Learning from past negotiations with Hamas and after publicly admitting "Hamas deceived us," the PM is now withholding information about developments behind the scenes, keeping everyone guessing.
Wise people surrendered to emotional discourse about the hostages, as if the protest would advance their return. Hamas observes the pressure directed only toward Israel's government and calculates: Why compromise?
The proposed framework will initiate the transfer of Gaza control from Hamas, with Emirati and Saudi support for a US proposal to deploy an international or Arab force, alongside the issue of Red Cross visits to hostages.
Diaspora Jews absolutely have the right to care about what is happening in Israel. But they should not misrepresent events, nor claim to know what is best for Israelis better than the people who actually live here.
Israeli policymakers are now facing a cruel dilemma: either launch a full military conquest of the remaining quarter of the Gaza Strip and eliminate Hamas, risking the lives of the hostages; or capitulate to Hamas' demands, secure the return of some of the hostages, and allow it to remain in power. The time has come to finish the job.
Amid ceasefire negotiations, IDF to present military plan to defense minister. Army prepares to rely mainly on constripted forces, with reserve mobilization replacing redeployed troops. Meanwhile, IDF intensifies operations on Gaza city outskirts and in Zeitoun.
The regime is terrified. It fears that if President Masoud Pezeshkian continues to expose its weaknesses, he could embolden the public, leading to unrest that, if it escalates, could threaten the regime's very existence.
Military officials confirm national facilities require immediate underground protection following devastating Bazan refinery attack.
Air strikes can crush Hamas’ symbolic and operational stronghold in Gaza City, but civilians must be evacuated first, followed by relentless bombardment.
The military operation designed to defeat Hamas has fallen short of achieving either of its stated objectives. Discussions regarding new formulas presented to Hamas require Israeli deadlines, otherwise Hamas time-extension objectives succeed again. Proposals need enforceability, with refusal costs measured through time and accumulating expenses.
