Israel

Arbel and her partner of five years, Ariel, were taken from their safe room in kibbutz Nir Oz on Oct. 7. Their newly adopted dog was killed by Hamas terrorists.

About 72 hours after the return of Karina, Daniella, Naama, and Liri, details of the 477 days they spent in captivity are beginning to emerge. From refusing to leave without Agam Berger, to the inadequate nutrition and communication with the terrorists. All that we know so far.

In a visit to military positions, Defense Minister Israel Katz defined the new Israeli security zone from Mount Hermon to the Suwayda-Damascus road. 

Lt. Col. Dr. Avi Banov shared with Reuters that the released hostages had been held in isolation and darkness for up to eight consecutive months with no medical treatment provided for injuries sustained since October 7. 2023.

One of the suspects leveraged his position within the air defense interceptor disposition, using it to provide classified information that could compromise national security. He recorded a video showing Iron Dome capabilities.

Initial Israeli assessments suggested that of the 33 hostages slated for release in phase one, 25 were alive. However, Hamas' updated list reveals a slightly different count

Amid withdrawal from the Netzarim corridor in central Gaza, IDF forces are repositioning around the Gaza Strip, constructing series of permanent defensive outposts. Simultaneously, tens of thousands of Palestinians have begun moving back to northern Gaza.

The northern ceasefire, which commenced on November 27 and extended for 60 days until Saturday, included Hezbollah's commitment to withdraw north of the Litani River. In exchange, Israel was expected to complete its withdrawal beyond the Blue Line – the internationally recognized border.

Netanyahu's inner circle has been communicating that the military campaign against Hamas has not reached a permanent end, noting the conditions in which operations could resume in full force.