Second attempt to create nationwide shutdown in nine days leads to blocking of major highway as Israelis join campaign to free some 50 living and deceased hostages still held by the terrorist regime in Gaza. "Palestinian state must not be built on my son's blood," father of deceased hostage still held in Gaza says.
A security source said the IDF had tried to disable a camera tracking its troops, but the incident ended with at least 19 reported dead. The IDF chief of staff has ordered an immediate investigation.
The boy was taken to Hadassah Ein Kerem with severe chest and abdominal injuries. According to his father, he tried to climb onto the piano, causing it to wobble before toppling over.
The protest will be at intersections across the country and will reach its peak at a large event at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, as part of what the families call a "massive civil solidarity day."
Allies of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have launched harsh criticism at IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, accusing him of contradicting himself by presenting a military plan to defeat Hamas while simultaneously signaling support for a deal that could end the fighting.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office welcomed the Lebanese cabinet’s decision to disarm Hezbollah by the end of 2025, saying Israel would take reciprocal steps, including a gradual reduction of IDF presence in Lebanon in coordination with the US.
Residents in Yemen’s capital told Reuters that the Israeli strike targeted the presidential palace area and missile facilities in Sanaa. Meanwhile, an initial Israel Air Force investigation confirmed that, for the first time, the Houthis fired a cluster missile at Israel.
A senior official in the terrorist organization said verbal promises were conveyed regarding talks on ending the war. According to details of the mediators’ proposal for a hostage deal listed by the official, the ceasefire would continue as long as discussions are ongoing, even beyond the 60-day period.
Jewish community leaders warn social fabric under threat as 97th consecutive Melbourne protest draws medical teams and teachers amid government recognition of Palestinian state.
Diplomatic officials told Israel Hayom that chances are increasing for an Israeli delegation to head to Cairo in the coming days, based on the Witkoff framework. Meanwhile, the debate continues over which forces will enter Gaza the day after.
