Brother of Israeli taken by Hamas with his family says 'he can always make people laugh'
Ronen Angel (54) was taken by Hamas terrorists during the deadly attack on southern Israel on October 7th, with his...
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Following outrage, PM takes down post criticizing security officials over Hamas attack
Netanyahu slammed after blaming Shin Bet, IDF for not providing early warning for terror onslaught, all but absolving himself of responsibility. Before the tweet was taken down, Benny Gantz, other former chiefs of staff lambast the prime minister for weakening the troops as they prosecute war.
Trump warns Iran at Republican Jewish Coalition conference
"The United States will stand with Israel 100% – without hesitation, without qualification and without any apology. We're not going to be apologizing," Trump said to massive cheers, later adding he would sanction Iran and crack down on pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses.
LIVEBLOG: Netanyahu says no ceasefire without hostage release; 37 IDF soldiers killed during ground operation in Gaza
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PM vows 'campaign will be long; this is a do or die moment for our nation'
In address to the nation, Netanyahu says that the fight against Hamas is "a second War of Independence" and is a fight "for the entire human race against the barbarians."
Central Israel rocked by 2 massive barrages; no casualties reported
Barrages come as Israel intensifies its ground incursion in the Gaza Strip, ahead of a likely full-fledged invasion in response to the October 7 attack on the south by the terrorists in Hamas.
Israel launches new ground incursion in Gaza as country prepares for big maneuver
"In addition to the attacks that we carried out in recent days, ground forces are expanding their activity this evening," IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari says. "The IDF is acting with great force ... to achieve the objectives of the war."
New York mayor to Israel Hayom: Protecting the Jewish community is sacred
After his speech in front of the UN became viral – with the phrase "We are not alright," – the head of the city with the largest Jewish community outside Israel explains why he stands with us.
UAV strikes Egyptian Sinai town; IDF says 'Red Sea threat' could be related
The IDF said that it believes this drone was likely related to the "threat coming from the Red Sea," presumably referring to the Iranian-back Houthi rebels that have recently fired toward Israel. Taba straddles Egypt's border with Israel's Red Sea port of Eilat. Hamas said on Wednesday it had targeted Eilat with a missile, which the Israeli military said hit an outlying area.
Hamas claims '50 hostages' killed in Israeli airstrikes, insists on ceasefire before deal
Israel has urged Russia to expel the visiting Hamas delegation, calling their invitation to Moscow "deplorable." Russia has ties to all the key players in the Middle East, including Israel, Iran, Syria, the Palestinian Authority and Hamas.