Hostage Deal
Israel was unprepared for 10,000 Palestinian security prisoners during war, report finds
Overcrowded prisons and the sudden release of senior Hamas figures during the Gaza war reportedly harmed Israeli security and delayed legal proceedings for October 7 attacks.
Seattle cultural festival applauds Palestinian terrorist speaker released in October 7 deal
Failed car bomber released in October 7 deal gave video speech at Berkeley classroom
Smotrich, Netanyahu quarrel over law banning release of senior terrorists during exchange deals
Lessons from Hostages Forum: Making a Jewish movement for peace, equality - opinion
For too long, too many religious Jews have been asked to choose between loving our people and fulfilling our values.
Former hostage Nimrod Cohen announces return to IDF: 'Didn't do enough during my mandatory service'
"I didn't really do my service, the way I see it. I served for ten months until I was kidnapped," Cohen said in an interview for N12's Ulpan Shishi.
Yair Lapid held undisclosed meetings with Qatari officials to discuss Gaza hostages situation
The encounter happened on January 12, 2025, on the same day as another meeting between the Qatari officials, Lapid's team, and the representatives of the Gaza hostages' families.
Former hostages, families say Gal Hirsch threatened them into silence on Netanyahu
The statement, published in a public letter directed towards Hirsch, criticized his treatment of the families and demanded that he “remain silent forever.”
Israel returned bodies of 15 Palestinians to Gaza following Ran Gvili's return, Red Cross confirms
The transfer of the Palestinians' remains came following the discovery of last Gaza hostage Ran Gvili's remains and as part of the deal to end the war in Gaza.
Israel’s hostage dilemma: The need for clear, firm guidelines to break the cycle - editorial
As Israel faces a rare moment with no hostages in Hamas’ hands, the time has come to set clear, firm guidelines for future hostage situations and break the cycle of exchanges.
Hamas captors told David Cunio his wife had 'moved on,' ex-hostage tells N12
The 35-year-old was abducted from his home on October 7, 2023, along with his wife, Sharon Aloni Cunio, and his then-3-year-old twin daughters, Yuli and Emma.
Huckabee: Israel will 'coordinate with US,' but make its own decision on renewed Iran airstrikes
Israel will make its own decision regarding airstrikes on Iran, with coordination between leaders but independent choices based on each nation's interests, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee told KAN News.
'We'll knock them down': Trump backs attack on Iran if weapons development continues
Trump was meeting with Netanyahu for talks on breaking a deadlock over the Gaza ceasefire and addressing Israeli concerns about Iran and Hezbollah.
'We know the chances are small': Ran Gvili's mother continues fight for son's return
"We have 0.0001% hope that maybe Rani is alive. So yes, it’s crazy, but compared to the alternative, it’s something,” Talik said.
