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Netanyahu accuses Hamas of reneging on hostage deal terms

PM accuses terror group of introducing last-minute demands to release life-sentenced prisoners, delaying Cabinet meeting to approve hostage deal; Israel has vetoed release of high-profile figures and remains firm on negotiated terms

Einav Halabi, Itamar Eichner, Yael Ciechanover | 01.16.25

Smotrich’s party threatens coalition exit over Gaza cease-fire deal

Finance minister's hardline Religious Zionist Party weighing future in coalition government following Gaza hostage deal and cease-fire; party members demand guarantees from Netanyahu to resume war

Moran Azulay, Shilo Freid | 01.16.25

Trump 'thrilled' hostage deal done: 'Will make sure Gaza never becomes a terrorist safe haven'

US president-elect says his administration will 'negotiate deals to ensure the safety of all Americans, and our Allies', and will build upon cease-fire to further expand Abraham Accords

ynet correspondents | 01.15.25

Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire agreement

Trump announces agreement reached on his social media platform; the deal was agreed after a last minute crisis was solved. An American official and Egyptian media confirmed the agreement was achieved. Qatari prime minister to hold a press conference

Einav Halabi, Itamar Eichner, Moran Azulay | 01.15.25

Hamas accused of stalling hostage deal, Palestinians shift blame to Israel

Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar approves proposed hostage deal in principle, Wall Street Journal reports; Palestinian source accuses Israel of withholding key details, including withdrawal maps

Ynet correspondents | 01.15.25

Mounting losses, no endgame: Is Hamas being left as a 'controlled threat'?

Opinion: Even with a hostage deal on the horizon, Israel’s most right-wing government refuses to topple Hamas or offer alternatives for Gaza’s 2 million residents; soldiers continue to face deadly battles without clear goals, as Beit Hanoun and Jabaliya preview tougher fights ahead

Yoav Zitun | 01.15.25

שמות רשימה חטופים שחרור שבי חמאס עסקה עסקת חילופי שבויים הסכם ישראל

Hostage deal Phase II explained: What’s next and why the silence?

Concerns mount for families of 65 hostages excluded from Phase I of the deal; their fate hinges on Israel and Hamas navigating significant obstacles to finalize agreements that will shape Gaza’s post-war future, a complex process fraught with challenges

Ynet correspondents | 01.15.25

'We are dealing with the devil'

Col. (ret.) Amit Assa on the hostage-for-ceasefire deal: 'You can't deal with the devil if you want to kill him'

Lidar Grave-Lazi, ILTV | 01.15.25

The phases, the numbers and the conditions | This is the emerging deal as negotiations continue into the night

Some 33 hostages, including the two Bibas children, are expected to be released in the first phase of the cease-fire deal, which will last 42 days - while Israel will release about 1,300 terrorists; The IDF is expected to remain on the Philadelphi Corridor and withdraw in phases to a buffer zone; In addition, the IDF is expected to leave the Netzarim Corridor and displaced persons will be able to return to the northern Gaza Strip

Itamar Eichner | 01.15.25

This is how Israel has prepared for return of hostages from Gaza, prisoners exchange

Israeli authorities already briefed social workers on the support process, with special emphasis on addressing sexual assault cases; Health Ministry will focus on psychological care, while Justice Ministry will handle prisoner releases and petitions to High Cour to stop them, while Israel Prison Service will prevent victory displays such as those seen during the 2011 Shalit deal

Sivan Hilaie, Liran Tamari, Tova Zimuky | 01.14.25

ICC prosecutor tells court to reject Israeli appeal on Gaza war probe

After Israel suggests conflict of interest by Karim Khan, the ICC prosecutor responds to the Israeli objections to the investigation into the 13-month war in Gaza, advising the judges to reject the claims

AP | 01.14.25

The hostage deal comes at a far higher price than ever before

Analysis: The current deal's outline is full of loopholes and won't allow the IDF to resume fighting in the northern Gaza Strip after its completion; Israel is paying the price of a comprehensive deal, not a partial one

Yossi Yehoshua | 01.14.25

The operation in Gaza required immediate foresight

Opinion: It's essential for Israel to closely inspect the IDF's roadmap in Gaza and the current war as a whole, facilitate a post-war strategy and ensure the return of the hostages as fighting still continues

Dr. Michael Milshtein | 01.14.25

Why eating washed-up dolphins could be a health disaster, expert explains

After Gazans seen feasting on beached dolphin, Dr. Ziv Tsemach-Shamir warns apex predators like dolphins often contain high levels of toxins and usually wash ashore when sick or dying, posing significant health risks to those who consume their flesh

Alexandra Lukash, Einav Halabi | 01.13.25

Joe Biden, Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump

Most of 33 hostages on Hamas list are alive, Israeli officials estimate

Number of Palestinian prisoners to be freed depends on confirmed number of living hostages, with Hamas’ Nukhba terrorists excluded; convicted murderers will be exiled; Israel plans to hold Philadelphi Corridor during first 42-day phase of deal

Ynet correspondents | 01.13.25

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