High rise in northern Israel hit by Hezbollah drone
The aircraft strikes a residential building in the coastal city of Nahariya, with no casualties reported. Siren alerts sound in northern Israel simultaneously Hezbollah targets multiple cities.
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Woman who used sand to attack minister gets indicted
Prosecutors allege Noa Goldenberg, frustrated by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's beach visit at a time of war, formed a "hardened mud ball" and threw it at Ben-Gvir, hitting him and bystanders.
Decade of heartache: Family marks son's captivity in Gaza
In a rally at the Hostages’ Square in Tel Aviv, the family of Avera Mengistu – an Israeli citizen captured by Hamas and held in Gaza since September 2014 – marked 10 years to his captivity.
Minister warns Israel might soon have to 'take care' of Hezbollah
Speaking at the MEAD conference in Washington, Benny Gantz calls for increased pressure on Iran, says, "the time for action in the north has come and we are late on this."
Pessimism mounts as Gaza ceasefire talks falter
Israeli and Hamas positions remain far apart on key issues, including Hamas' prisoner release demands and potential resumption of hostilities, sources say.
Revealed: Hamas' secret instructions to exploit hostages, manipulate public
The documents, first reported by German newspaper Bild, provide a chilling insight into Hamas' ruthless tactics and disregard for Palestinian civilians in Gaza.
'Palestinian state not reward for terrorism'
Addressing the hostage deal, Jacob Lew assures, "We are devoting most of our energy, from the president through the entire foreign policy team, 24/7 efforts, to make it happen."
Fire near iconic monument after dozens of rocket attacks on Galilee Panhandle
Around 65 rockets were launched toward Kibbutz Yiftach, Dan, and other northern communities in Israel. Five of the rockets landed in open areas. The mayor of Kiryat Shmona stated: "If the Prime Minister wants people to return and settle this region, no one will agree to be cannon fodder or live like lambs to the slaughter."
House Foreign Affairs chair subpoenas Blinken over Afghanistan withdrawal
Republican-led committee threatens contempt of Congress if Blinken fails to appear on "the Biden-Harris administration's deadly withdrawal from Afghanistan."
Gantz accuses Netanyahu of blocking hostage deals
National Unity party leader and former defense chief deliver blistering critique of PM's wartime leadership.