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Kidnapped Elizabeth Tsurkov 'may have been transferred to Iran', senior Iraqi official admits

Iraqi prime minister does not know where Israeli-Russian researcher kidnapped in Baghdad in 2023 is being held; Official says 'any decision regarding her will come only from the government in Tehran'; Emma, Elizabeth's sister, tells Ynetnews: 'For the first time since the kidnapping - there is room for optimism'

Smadar Perry, Alexandra Lukash | 03.12.25

UN recognition of hostage families as torture victims 'milestone in international law'

Speaking with Ynetnews, Advocate Hila Kugler-Ramot says decision could bolster legal and diplomatic pressure on terror group; 'We'll continue working to ensure justice is served'

Alexandra Lukash | 03.10.25

India arrests third suspect in gang rape of Israeli tourist: 'National shame'

Survivors describe night of terror, recalling threats, violence, and desperate escape; 'They were devastated, crying, with terror on their faces'

Alexandra Lukash, Itamar Eichner | 03.09.25

U.S. taxpayers gave Hamas millions: 'Like US subsidizing Nazi Germany with the Marshall Plan before Hitler fell during World War II'

Watch: Middle East Forum head Gregg Roman reveals in interview with Ynetnews that U.S. taxpayer money was being funneled to organizations with ties to Hamas, Al-Qaida and other terror groups; following his testimony, congressional lawmakers have begun pushing for immediate action

Alexandra Lukash | 03.09.25

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו בשיחה עם אלי שרעבי ששוחרר משבי חמאס

Ahead of Trump meeting, Netanyahu apologizes to freed hostage Eli Sharabi

Ahead of freed hostages' White House meeting with US President Donald Trump, prime minister spoke with Sharabi, whose wife, daughters and brother were killed, apologizing for the delay in contacting him and emphasizing efforts to secure his release. Sharabi, who is traveling to Washington with other freed hostages to meet U.S. officials, urged urgent action to bring home the remaining hostages, both the living and the dead

Itamar Eichner, Alexandra Lukash, Yael Ciechanover | 03.03.25

מתוך הסדרה התיעודית על טבח חמאס 7/10 testigos del terror

How Messi saved my grandmother: New documentary tells the stories of Spanish-speaking October 7 survivors

Film highlights Israel’s Spanish-speaking community—the largest immigrant group targeted in the Hamas attack; Leah Soibel, CEO of Fuente Latina, discusses the powerful testimonies and global reactions

Alexandra Lukash | 03.02.25

'One wrong move could seal their fate': Hostage families speak out amid cease-fire uncertainty

Families shocked by developments, fear for loved ones after Israel halts humanitarian aid and goods into enclave, warning talks deadlock risks captives' lives

Alexandra Lukash, Lior Ben Ari | 03.02.25

Released hostage tried to spare family from heart-wrenching separation from brother, mother says

Ruth Strom, whose son Iair freed while younger brother Eitan remains in Gaza, expected their separation to be painful; she approves release of horrific Hamas video, urging public to witness and understand suffering of hostages

Alexandra Lukash, Nina Fox | 03.02.25

משפחת שבו לפני הפיגוע באיתמר. בועז עומד לצד אחיו התאום ומחזיק את בנו אבישי שנרצח. גם אשתו רחל (מימינם), צביקה (שני מימין בשורה התחתונה) ונריה (רביעי מימין בשורה התחתונה) נרצחו

Father who lost family in terror attack to Yarden Bibas: 'The will to live is stronger'

Boaz Shabo, who lost his wife and three children in a terror attack, says he wants to support Yarden Bibas and emphasizes the importance of a gradual recovery

Alexandra Lukash | 02.27.25

צפייה משותפת בהלווייתם של שירי, אריאל וכפיר ביבס ז"ל, מכיכר החטופים

Michael Rapaport on Bibas family tragedy: 'Devastating, heartbreaking loss'

Actor, comedian and outspoken Israel supporter says coffins' should serve as wake-up call to the world; condemns captors’ actions as 'disgusting, demonic'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.26.25

'If we care about freedom and democracy, we should all stand with Israel'

No Jewish or Israeli roots, but with hundreds of thousands of followers on social media – 39-year-old Daniel-Ryan Spaulding has become one of the most vocal supporters of Israel since the war began. In a special interview with Ynetnews, he shares how his Israeli friends stood by him during tough times, and the possibility of moving to Israel. Watch

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

אברה מנגיסטו נפגש עם בני משפחתו בבית החולים איכילוב

Avera Mengistu has a long recovery after over a decade in captivity, brother says

Ilan Mengistu, the brother of Avera Mengistu, describes emotional closure; 'We're still trying to process the miracle that happened to us,' Ilan says, 'He recognizes us and responds. He has incredible inner strength'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

Buenos Aires deputy mayor pushes to rename 'Palestine Street' after Bibas family

Yamil Santoro proposes renaming 'Estado de Palestina' Street to honor Shiri and her children, Ariel and Kfir; initiative sparks both strong support and opposition, with legislative debate on proposal set for March 1

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

'I condemned Hamas—my own family blocked me': Arab peace activist on her journey from antisemitism to Judaism

Lebanese-born activist Rawan Osman once supported Hezbollah but is now a proud Zionist fighting antisemitism; visiting Israel, she spoke to Ynetnews about her transformation, the backlash she faced, her conversion to Judaism and the need to reclaim Israel’s narrative

Alexandra Lukash | 02.23.25

לואיס הר שחזר משבי חמאס רוקד בפסטיבל מופעי האביב ברחובות

Rescued hostage Luis Har says transfer of hostages' bodies 'hard to accept , we were hoping for a miracle'

Har, rescued from Rafah by IDF, tells Ynet despite tragedy of return of slain hostages, 'the circle is closed - and the families can begin to live and move on with the loss'; He has worked in the struggle to bring the hostages home: 'When I was rescued and they gave me my life back, I realized I had a mission'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.20.25

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