On his last day as president, Joe Biden expresses optimism about the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, highlighting the success of US-backed Israeli military pressure on Hamas and Iran's proxies.

Hamas releases propaganda video of hostage release in Gaza Strip.

Romi Gonen, who was taken captive in Gaza by Hamas terrorists on October 7, is set to be released along with two other hostages.

A hotel in Orlando, Florida has settled with the US Justice Department after being sued for discrimination. The hotel canceled a conference for an Arab American group following a Hamas attack on Israel.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes the return of Oron Shaul's body from Gaza and vows to bring back Hadar Goldin, another fallen IDF soldier held by Hamas.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken falsely claims that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza war is supported by the majority of Israelis.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken suggests that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would say one thing in private conversations with the Biden administration and then often subsequently contradicted himself in front of other audiences in order to ensure the survival of his hard-right coalition.

Hamas cites 'technical reasons' for delay in providing names of hostages for release after ceasefire deal.

The far-right Otzma Yehudit party will quit the Israeli coalition government in protest of Israel's acceptance of a hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas. Fellow far-right party Religious Zionism will remain in the government despite opposing the agreement.

Dor Toar, a fitness enthusiast, was murdered by Hamas terrorists while fleeing a music festival. He was buried alongside his friends and is remembered as a charismatic leader.

Thousands rally in Tel Aviv to demand a hostage deal and an end to the war, chanting slogans against the government and demanding the release of the remaining hostages.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi says that the fighting against Hamas has severely weakened the organization and created better security conditions in Gaza. He emphasizes the importance of returning the hostages and expresses support for their families.

US President-elect Donald Trump's threat of 'ALL HELL TO PAY' if hostages were not freed also included Israel, according to a source familiar with conversations between Trump's Middle East envoy and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Turkish President Erdogan urges continuous pressure on Israel over Gaza ceasefire and pledges support for Syria's recovery.

A Palestinian terrorist stabbed a man in Tel Aviv before being shot and killed by a civilian passerby. The victim is in serious condition and the terrorist was identified as a 19-year-old from the West Bank.

UN Chief António Guterres promises international support for Lebanon's recovery and rebuilding after the appointment of a president and prime minister.

Hostage families urge government to start negotiating next stage of truce deal before day 16

Debris and shrapnel from an intercepted missile fired from Yemen fell near Jerusalem, with no injuries reported. Police are working to remove the fragments and searching for more debris.

The IDF is readying for a ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas, preparing to receive hostages and ensure the security of Israeli citizens.

Rome's chief rabbi criticizes Pope Francis for focusing on Israel's military campaign in Gaza and not denouncing the sufferings of all conflicts equally.

The Israeli government has approved a hostage-ceasefire agreement with Hamas, with the first three Israeli hostages set to be freed on Sunday.

Zakaria Zubeidi, a notorious Fatah terrorist, will be released as part of a hostage-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. He will be allowed to return home to Jenin in the West Bank.

The Palestinian Authority has reached an agreement with the Jenin Battalion, ending a month-long standoff in the northern West Bank city and camp.

A majority of the Israeli public supports continuing the hostage deal into the second phase, according to a poll.

Syria's de facto leader says Israel has no excuse to stay in buffer zone after removing Iran's presence, and welcomes UN peacekeepers. Qatar supports Syria's view and urges Israel's withdrawal.

CIA employee pleads guilty to leaking classified intel on Israel's plans to strike Iran

Kibbutz Kfar Aza has prepared new caravan homes for hostages Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher, who will be released soon from Hamas captivity. Israeli authorities have also prepared backpacks with their favorite items.

Mossad head urges security cabinet to back deal, citing moral obligation, while Shin Bet chief warns of potential security risks.

The Biden administration mistakenly sanctioned two US citizens who are also Israeli settlers, violating their constitutional rights.

Qatari PM says ceasefire deal is last chance for Gaza and peace won't happen without a Palestinian state. He criticizes Israel and Hamas for delay in reaching a deal and believes Trump's approach could benefit the region.

ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan holds talks with Syrian authorities on potential support for war crimes prosecution efforts.

US Supreme Court upholds law banning TikTok

President Herzog welcomes security cabinet approval of Gaza deal and emphasizes commitment to bringing hostages home.

The security cabinet has approved the hostage release-ceasefire deal, with the full cabinet set to vote soon.

The IDF has confirmed that the Ashkelon-Sderot train line will reopen on February 1 after being closed for over 15 months due to security threats from Gaza.

The Israeli security cabinet has approved a hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas in Gaza, with the full cabinet convening to review and vote on the agreement.

Prime Minister Netanyahu has called for a security cabinet meeting to discuss the hostage-ceasefire deal. The full cabinet is expected to approve the deal tomorrow before its implementation on Sunday.

Defense Minister Israel Katz did not consult with the Shin Bet security agency before announcing his decision to free West Bank settlers held under administrative detention orders.

The Jerusalem District Court grants a one-week postponement for Netanyahu's criminal testimony due to medical reasons.

The release of hostages from Gaza is expected to proceed as planned on Sunday, despite bureaucratic delays and pending court petitions.

Ugandan judge Julia Sebutinde is expected to become the new president of the International Court of Justice, replacing Lebanon's Salam.

The fate of two young children taken hostage by Hamas in 2023 has captured the attention of Israel as a ceasefire deal is set to return them.

Biden emphasizes the need for Israel to address the concerns of Palestinians for long term sustainability.

A pair of IDF airstrikes in the West Bank's Jenin refugee camp earlier this week set back negotiations that were on the verge of a truce agreement between the Palestinian Authority and armed terror groups in the northern West Bank city that would have seen the latter hand over their weapons to the PA in exchange for immunity.

The cabinet vote on the Israel-Hamas hostage-ceasefire deal has been delayed until Saturday night, causing frustration from the US. The final hurdles have reportedly been cleared, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is waiting for the terms to be finalized before commenting. The delay is due to coalition politics, with Netanyahu's far-right coalition partner threatening to quit the government if the deal is approved.

Donald Trump urges the completion of the hostage-ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas before his inauguration on Monday, claiming his involvement was crucial. However, a 'last-minute crisis' with Hamas is causing a delay in the approval of the truce.

Israel is accelerating the procurement of AI chips ahead of new US export rules that limit access to advanced computer chips. The new regulations will have strategic repercussions and make it harder for Israel to keep up with the AI pace.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced that his far-right Otzma Yehudit party will withdraw from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling coalition if the cabinet approves the hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

National Security minister threatens to leave coalition over hostage-ceasefire deal, Likud party responds by calling dissolvers of the right-wing government 'world scoundrels'.

French police temporarily closed off a basketball arena in Paris before a game between Paris and Maccabi Tel Aviv due to a suspicious package. The package was destroyed and the match proceeded as planned.

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza continue as sides finalize ceasefire deal, targeting terror targets and killing a Hamas terrorist involved in a massacre. The agreement, if approved, will involve the release of hostages and prisoners. The deal faces opposition from some members of the coalition and the public. The toll in the ongoing conflict remains high.

Settler activist Daniella Weiss criticizes Trump and calls for Jewish settlement of Gaza, warning of preparations for war in the Arab world.

Prime Minister Netanyahu is meeting with Finance Minister Smotrich to prevent him from quitting the government over the hostage-ceasefire deal. The government may pass a separate decision to appease Smotrich, stating that the war against Hamas will not end until Hamas is destroyed militarily and in terms of governing capacity.

Shas chair Deri says barriers holding up hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas have been overcome

Moscow hopes Russian-Israeli hostage Sasha Trufanov will be freed in emerging Gaza deal, but expresses caution due to Israeli accusations against Hamas.

The US is leading efforts to find a replacement for UNRWA as Israeli laws banning cooperation with the agency are set to come into effect.

Supporters of the Israeli right are criticizing the ceasefire deal demanded by former US President Donald Trump as he reenters office.

Lufthansa and its partner airlines will gradually resume flights to and from Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport from February 1 after suspending services due to the war in Gaza.

Right-wing groups protest a pending hostage release deal in the Gaza war, warning of potential dangers and leaving most captives behind.

US official says Biden prioritized Israel's 'defanging' of Hezbollah to push Hamas toward deal

American-Israeli hostages Keith Siegel and Sagui Dekel-Chen will be freed in the first phase of the deal, along with other hostages, according to a senior Biden administration official. The bodies of four other Americans held in Gaza will be released in a later phase.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks both Donald Trump and Joe Biden for their assistance in securing a ceasefire-hostage release deal.

World leaders welcome the hostage-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, expressing hope that it will endure. US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both praised the agreement, with Trump attributing it to his 'historic victory' in the November elections.

Donald Trump intends to expand the Abraham Accords using the momentum of the Gaza ceasefire, according to his recent statement. The Biden administration's efforts to include Saudi Arabia in the Accords were halted due to the outbreak of war.

Dozens of right-wing demonstrators in Jerusalem are blocking traffic in protest of a recent hostage release and ceasefire deal. Police are attempting to move the protesters off the road with little success.

US President Joe Biden announces that the hostage release and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas will lead to a permanent end of the war in Gaza.

Yeshiva University faces criticism for its president's decision to speak at Trump's inauguration, raising questions about the university's values and its departure from its mission to uphold Jewish moral and ethical principles.

Families of hostages in the Gaza Strip are anxiously waiting for news of their loved ones' release as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas approaches.

A five-year-old child dies from flu at Wolfson Medical Center, while four women are in critical condition at Beilinson Hospital. Health Ministry reports rise in respiratory illnesses and urges vaccination and hygiene.

A declaration on a hostage deal is expected to be signed soon, with Mohammed Sinwar said to have approved the agreement.

A 21-year-old resident of the Geva Binyamin settlement in the West Bank has been arrested by police for hanging up posters inciting hatred against IDF forces. The posters labeled Israeli soldiers as terrorists, called for the killing of cops, and advocated for a free Palestine. The suspect, who claimed to belong to pro-Palestinian groups, will face an indictment and remain in detention until the end of court proceedings.

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa insists that only the PA should run the Gaza Strip in the future, rejecting any other entity.

Iran unveils new spy ship Zagros during war games focused on protecting nuclear facilities.

Trump's national security pick, Mike Waltz, states that Hamas must be destroyed and have no role in postwar Gaza. He also highlights the incoming administration's more supportive stance towards Israel and the US not holding back on weapons supplies. Waltz adds that the US will push for Saudi Arabia to normalize ties with Israel after the war.

The ceasefire deal in Gaza has left families of the 98 hostages still held in the enclave facing a mix of hope, apprehension, and anger as negotiators make a final push to seal an agreement.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is undecided on whether to support the emerging hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas, stating that his priority is achieving the goals of the war.

South Korean investigators have arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on insurrection charges.

Prof. Derek Penslar discusses his book 'Zionism: An Emotional State' and the increase in anti-Zionist sentiment and antisemitism following the October 7, 2023, events in Israel.

Israel conducted a drone strike in Jenin, resulting in at least six deaths, including a teenager. The strike undermines the Palestinian Authority's efforts to clamp down on terrorism and has caused divisions among Palestinians.

Arab officials claim that incoming Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff had more influence on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in one meeting than outgoing President Joe Biden did all year. Negotiations for a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas are nearing completion, with both sides accepting the proposal in principle. A joint statement announcing the deal is expected in the coming days.

Social Equality Minister May Golan was questioned by police over her alleged role in a 2020 traffic incident. The investigation continues.

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary nominee, faced criticism during his confirmation hearing for expressing support for Israel killing all remaining members of Hamas. Lawmakers also questioned his opposition to diversity and inclusion policies in the military and raised concerns about his past personal conduct.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is working with Israel's hostage negotiation team and security chiefs to finalize a deal. Talks in Doha are ongoing, and negotiations will continue through the night.

Ido Ben Zino, 25, was murdered by Hamas terrorists while trying to flee a music festival. He was a civil engineer and known for his optimism and kindness.

Ofir Yaron, a father of two, was killed by Hamas while trying to return to protect Kibbutz Magen. He was posthumously recognized as a fallen soldier and his funeral was held on October 17.

Nearly half of all adults worldwide hold significant antisemitic views, according to an Anti-Defamation League survey.

The Knesset approves MK Idan Roll's request to leave Yesh Atid party, allowing him to establish a new faction called National Majority.

Israel's health system has demonstrated resilience during the war, but faces challenges in the future. The system has operated with a diminished budget and shortage of personnel and resources. The war has led to a decline in vaccination rates and an increase in infectious diseases. Long-term strategic planning is needed to invest in the public healthcare system, particularly in mental health and rehabilitation services.

Final talks are taking place in Doha to end the war in Gaza, with a deal expected to be finalized on Tuesday if all goes well.

Defense Minister Israel Katz insists that legislation regulating ultra-Orthodox enlistment must be advanced with the agreement of that community's leadership.

The release of a database containing the names of people investigated for collaboration with the Nazis during World War II has caused social unrest in the Netherlands and sparked concerns about family legacies.

Donald Trump provides update on ongoing hostage talks and expresses hope for a deal by the end of the week.

Israel's UN ambassador accuses Hezbollah of trying to rebuild and rearm with the help of Iran, stating that the group remains a serious threat to Israel and regional stability.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasizes the importance of including President-elect Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, in the latest round of talks on a ceasefire.

Netanyahu to meet Ben Gvir to gauge his reaction to a potential hostage deal with Hamas.

The Houthis claim to have launched a missile at a vital target in the Tel Aviv area, but it was intercepted and no damage occurred.