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Israel readies for Edan Alexander's release as US mulls flying him to Qatar

Hamas’ unconditional release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander appears strategically timed to Trump’s Qatar visit, with the U.S. arranging a Qatar-bound flight for him should conditions allow; Israel on high alert to receive freed hostage

Itamar Eichner, Elisha Ben Kimon, Einav Halabi, Ron Crissy | 05.12.25

Edan Alexander, U.S. President Donald Trump

'A gift to President Trump': What does Hamas gain in releasing Edan Alexander?

Analysis: Terror group is set to unconditionally release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander ahead of Trump’s Doha visit, leveraging Qatar’s mediation to deepen U.S.-Israel tensions and push for a broader ceasefire deal; It's likely that both Hamas and Qatar timed the move as a joint diplomatic gesture

Itamar Eichner | 05.12.25

The author with Chinese Ambassador to Israel Xiao Junzheng

Chinese ambassador: Hamas attack was 'outrageous,' but peace requires two states

Chinese Ambassador to Israel Xiao Junzheng added that China objects to the Iranians having or developing nuclear bomb

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 05.12.25

Edan Alexander: The soldier who became a symbol for Trump

Alexander is last known living American hostage held by Hamas; the group is also holding the remains of four other U.S. citizens—Itay Chen, Gadi Haggai, Judi Weinstein Haggai and Omer Neutra

ynet | 05.11.25

Trump: Edan Alexander is returning to his family; Israel: any talks to be held 'under fire'

Statement by U.S. President also says: 'Hopefully this is the first of those final steps necessary to end this brutal conflict'; PMO: U.S. officials told Israel move is expected to open the door to negotiations for a broader hostage release

Itamar Eichner | 05.11.25

Hamas agrees to release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander

Release of kidnapped IDF soldier possible first step in breakthrough to reach ceasefire in Gaza; Israel said to not be in the know on talks between terror group and U.S.; hostage families accuse Netanyahu of abandoning their loved-ones

Ynet | 05.11.25

Direct talks between US and Hamas; Netanyahu: Edan Alexander might be released

Hamas official confirms talks have been ongoing for 'several days,' focusing on reaching ceasefire and restarting entry of humanitarian aid into the enclave

Reuters | 05.11.25

U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to the region isn't leaving Israel hopeful

Israel lowers expectations ahead of Trump’s Gulf tour

Officials voice muted expectations for Trump’s Gulf visit, as Washington abandons linking Saudi nuclear cooperation to Israel normalization and shifts focus to economic megadeals instead of ceasefire in Gaza and hostages' return

Itamar Eichner, Gal Ganot | 05.11.25

סרטון אות חיים של יוסף חיים אוחנה ואלקנה בוחבוט

Hostages Yosef-Chaim Ohana and Elkana Bohbot in Hamas video: 'Enough! It’s time to stop'

Captives' families allow showing of new clip sent by terror group showing two hostages in Gaza after 582 days in captivity; 'how is this war still going on, how has it not stopped?'

Einav Halabi | 05.10.25

Palestinian Authority Chair Mahmoud Abbas and U.S. President Donald Trump

'4-year-old is more reliable': Huckabee blasts claim Trump will recognize Palestinian state

U.S. Ambassador to Israel dismisses as 'nonsense' rumors of Trump recognizing a Palestinian state during his Gulf visit as his envoy Steve Witkoff assembles a high-profile team to shape post-war Gaza policies

Itamar Eichner | 05.10.25

‘It just won't work': Former AP editor blasts Netanyahu's Gaza plan

Senior JNS editor offers an opposing view: Netanyahu’s plan to reoccupy Gaza is 'a necessity, which should have happened right from the beginning of the war'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 05.10.25

A map of the underground terrorist tunnel network demolished in Rafah

One kilometer long, 8 stories deep: Captured Hamas terrorists lead IDF to major Rafah tunnel

IDF says massive complex included living quarters, bathrooms, a kitchenette, blast doors and multiple exit shafts; following a thorough examination, Israeli forces demolished the site

Elisha Ben Kimon | 05.09.25

Israel supports aid to Gaza but not involved in plan, US envoy says

Ambassador Mike Huckabee says the new aid plan for Gaza is underway and will expand to help millions in need—but none of it will reach Hamas; he adds that US-Israel ties remain as strong as ever

Itamar Eichner | 05.09.25

צה״ל ושב"כ סגרו מעגל: חוסל מחבל שלקח חלק בחטיפתה של יפה אדר ב-7.10

Hamas terrorist who abducted elderly woman on Oct. 7, filmed it, killed in Gaza strike

Seventeen months after her abduction, IDF and Shin Bet kill Hamas terrorist seen beside Yafa Adar during her kidnapping; 'Closure comes only when Tamir and all hostages return,' she says; Netanyahu warns Hamas: 'The rules are about to change'

Elisha Ben Kimon, Itamar Eichner | 05.08.25

Tamir Nimrodi named as hostage feared dead

After Israeli official cites grave concern for 3 of 24 hostages listed as alive, Tamir Nimrodi’s father confirms son one of them; 'This is based only on what Trump and Sara Netanyahu said—not from the defense establishment,' he says

Lihi Gordon | 05.08.25

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