Posts Tagged ‘gaza’
Freed Hostage Saw Avinatan Or Alive During Captivity
A freed hostage has reported seeing fellow captive Avinatan Or alive during their time in captivity, marking the first public indication of Or’s status since his abduction on October 7, 2023. Or, 32, was attending the Supernova desert rave near Re’im with his girlfriend, Noa Argamani, when Hamas terrorists launched a massive assault. The couple…
Read MoreHamas Tried to Bait IDF Into Killing a 4-Year Old Child
Hamas has once again demonstrated its utter contempt for human life, even that of its own people. The recent incident, in which the terror group cynically sent a defenseless 4-year-old child toward an IDF military post in Gaza, is a horrifying testament to the organization’s depravity. Demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding innocent lives, the IDF…
Read MoreFreed Hostage Omer Wenkert Recounts Harrowing Ordeal Under Hamas Captivity
In a recent interview, Omer Wenkert, a young man who was held captive by Hamas for 505 days, shared the painful details of his imprisonment and the torment he endured at the hands of his captors. His story demonstrates the suffering of hostages who were taken during the brutal attacks of October 7, 2023, when…
Read MoreIsraeli Delegation Travels to Doha for Indirect Negotiations with Hamas
On Monday afternoon, an Israeli delegation departed for Doha to engage in indirect negotiations with Hamas, facilitated by mediators. These discussions are structured around a framework proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff. The initial phase of the talks will address the organization of negotiations and the key issues to…
Read MoreWho is Mahmoud Khalil, The Pro-Hamas Protest Organizer Arrested by ICE?
Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University and a vocal agitator for anti-Israel causes, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Saturday. Khalil, who has been heavily involved in radical campus demonstrations, has openly aligned himself with Hamas sympathizers and played a leading role in disruptive anti-Israel activities at the…
Read MoreIsrael Cuts Off Power to Gaza
Israel has intensified its measures against Hamas by cutting off the electricity supply to the Gaza Strip. This action aims to pressure Hamas into agreeing to extend the initial phase of their ceasefire, which concluded last weekend. Energy Minister Eli Cohen directed the Israel Electric Corporation to halt electricity sales to Gaza’s power stations. He emphasized that…
Read MoreUS Did Not Tell Israel About Talks with Hamas
The United States has initiated direct negotiations with Hamas to secure the release of American hostages held in the Gaza Strip. This development marks a significant shift in U.S. policy, as Hamas has been designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. since 1997. However, contrary to earlier reports, it seems that the US did not…
Read MoreReleased Hostage Sasha Troufanov Provides Hopeful Update on Rom Braslavski Captive Security Guard
Former hostage Alexander (“Sasha”) Troufanov shared a message that has brought a glimmer of hope to the family and friends of Rom Braslavski, a young Israeli security guard who has been held captive since October 2023. Troufanov, who was released last month after enduring 498 days in captivity, revealed in a video message that he…
Read MoreIsraeli Drone Strike in Gaza’s Shejaiya Neighborhood After Bombs Planted Near Troops
In the early hours of Thursday, an Israeli drone targeted individuals in Gaza City’s eastern Shejaiya neighborhood, leading to the death of one person and injuries to several others, according to Palestinian media reports. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the operation, stating that the drone strike was directed at suspects observed planting an explosive…
Read MoreTrump to Hamas: “Free all hostages now or it is over for you”
President Donald Trump issued a stern ultimatum to the Hamas terrorist organization, demanding the immediate release of all hostages held in Gaza. Addressing Hamas directly, he stated, “Release all of the hostages now—not later—and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you.” He further warned, “Only sick…
Read MorePA Threatens to Sever Ties with U.S. Over Proposed Gaza Plan
The Palestinian Authority (PA) tried to issue a stern warning to the United States, stating that it will sever diplomatic ties if President Donald Trump proceeds with his controversial proposal concerning the Gaza Strip. This plan involves the U.S. taking control of Gaza and relocating its approximately two million Palestinian residents to neighboring countries Ahmad…
Read MoreIsrael Suspends Aid to Gaza Amid Hamas Refusal to Continue Phase 1 of Ceasefire Agreement
Israel has halted the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. This decision comes in response to Hamas’s refusal to extend the initial phase of the ceasefire agreement. The recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was established to facilitate the release of hostages and improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza. The first phase, lasting 42…
Read MoreFormer Minister Ben Gvir Refuses to Apologize to Freed Hostages
Former National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has come under scrutiny following statements from recently released hostages, who allege that his public declarations regarding the harshening of conditions for Palestinian security prisoners led to increased mistreatment during their captivity in Gaza. Eli Sharabi, a survivor of captivity, shared in a Channel 12 interview that his…
Read MoreIsrael Proposes Ceasefire Extension Amid Stalled Negotiations with Hamas
As the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire concludes, Israel has endorsed a proposal to extend the truce through the months of Ramadan (which began March 1st) and Pesach, aiming to secure the release of remaining hostages and establish a permanent cessation of hostilities. However, Hamas has rejected this extension, insisting on immediate discussions for…
Read MoreTragic Terror Attack in Northern Israel Leaves 13 Injured
In a devastating incident on Thursday, a Palestinian man carried out a terror attack at the Karkur Junction near Pardes Hanna, resulting in 13 individuals being injured, including a 17-year-old girl who is in critical condition. The terrorist, identified as 53-year-old Jamil Zayoud from the Jenin area in the West Bank, had been residing illegally…
Read MoreIDF’s Misjudgment of Hamas Left Southern Israel Vulnerable
For years, the IDF operated under the belief that Hamas was primarily focused on governing the Gaza Strip and was deterred from engaging in large-scale conflict with Israel. This perception led to policies aimed at managing the conflict through deterrence and containment, including permitting financial aid into Gaza and sidelining Hamas’s rival, the Palestinian Authority.…
Read MoreIsrael Prepares for Return of 4 Hostages Murdered by Hamas
Israel is set to receive the bodies of four of its citizens who were held captive in Gaza. The Israeli Health Ministry has announced that a specialized team from the National Institute of Forensic Medicine (Abu Kabir) has been dispatched to the Kerem Shalom crossing on the Gaza border. Their primary task is to conduct…
Read MoreNew Study Reveals No Famine in Gaza Amidst War
A recent study by UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI) has critically examined reports from international famine review bodies that claimed widespread famine and severe malnutrition in Gaza during the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas. The UKLFI’s analysis indicates that, based on the data from these very organizations, a famine did not occur in the…
Read MoreUS Envoy in Israel Says Second Phase of Ceasefire Will Happen
U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, has affirmed the forthcoming initiation of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. This announcement follows a series of intensive discussions with key regional leaders, aiming to solidify peace efforts and address the issues surrounding governance in Gaza. On Sunday, Witkoff engaged…
Read MoreTrump’s Gaza Plan: Displacement of Palestinians with No Right to Return
In a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled further details of his proposed plan for the Gaza Strip, which would involve the resettlement of Gaza’s 2.2 million residents outside the enclave. According to Trump, the displaced Gazans would not have the option to return once the area is rebuilt. During an interview with Fox…
Read MoreNetanyahu: Gazans May Return If They Reject Terrorism
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has clarified that under U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed plan, Palestinians relocated from Gaza would be allowed to return—if they renounce terrorism. In an interview with Fox News’ Mark Levin, Netanyahu said:“They can relocate temporarily while we rebuild Gaza physically and remove radicalization. If they want to return, they must…
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