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Trump envoy says heading to Middle East to oversee Gaza cease-fire compliance

Steve Witkoff says all countries in the region could get 'on board' to normalize ties with Israel; IDF liaison to Palestinians meets with Egyptian officials in Cairo to advance Gaza truce, focusing on reopening Rafah crossing under international oversight

Itamar Eichner, Yossi Yehoshua | 01.22.25

Crowds of Gazans and moments of anxiety: IDF intelligence commander gets behind the scenes of hostage exchange

Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Nitzan Alon, a key negotiator in the hostage recovery efforts, admitted he 'couldn’t allow himself to breathe' during the release of Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, and Doron Steinberger; 'I stayed alert – it’s not a moment of relief. Now, our focus shifts to those still waiting to come home'

Ynetnews | 01.22.25

Documentary about hostage David Cunio accepted to Berlinale film festival

Letter to David, a film by Tom Shoval, tells the story of David Cunio, who was abducted to Gaza on October 7; The documentary will be showcased as part of the Berlinale Special program; 'I hope the film and its screening will help bring attention to the plight of the hostages' director says

Shmulik Duvdevani, Amir Bogen | 01.21.25

'Israel must return to Gaza to finish war against Hamas'

Amir Avivi: 'As long as we go back to fighting and finishing the job, this will be a momentary setback'

Sivan Raviv, ILTV | 01.21.25

Hamas backtracks, confirms second hostage exchange to proceed Saturday

Israel prepares for second hostage release phase as Hamas reverses plans to delay it to Sunday, confirming it will proceed Saturday; release expected to include 1 civilian and 3 female observer soldiers

Einav Halabi, Itamar Eichner | 01.20.25

Moved dozens of times, kept in darkness: Inside Romi, Doron and Emily's captivity

Freed hostages say Hamas informed them of their release only hours before; 'We were terrified of the Gazan crowds,' they share; moved dozens of times, often underground, they say, 'We cared for each other constantly,' with one adding, 'I thought I’d die'

Yael Ciechanover | 01.20.25

מפגש החטופות, רומי, דורון ואמילי עם האימהות

'Dad, I came back alive': IDF releases emotional footage of freed hostages reuniting with families

New footage captures tear-jerking reunions of Emily Damari, Doron Steinbacher and Romi Gonen with their mothers at the first meeting point shortly after their release from Gaza; watch the moving videos

Elisha Ben Kimon | 01.20.25

החטופות מגיעות לבית חולים שיבא ונפגשות עם משפחותיהן

Three non-negotiables for Israel in the second hostage deal phase

Commentary: Mediators must ensure Gaza is demilitarized, Hamas surrenders control and future hostage releases avoid becoming chaotic public spectacles; while the deal marks progress, Israel cannot tolerate jihadist militias along its border

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.20.25

'Israel's strength lies in value it places on human lives'

Calev Ben-David: 'Let’s hope Israel’s political leadership understands the gravity of the moment'

Emily Schrader, ILTV | 01.20.25

Hostages free, but Hamas threat remains, expert says

Or Yissachar: Hamas is 'obsessed with antisemitic, vile rhetoric'

Emily Schrader, ILTV | 01.20.25

How did the Israel Police prepare for the return of three female hostages?

Dean Elsdunne: 'It’s important to remember that in the framework of this release of our loved ones from terrorist captivity is the release of terrorists'

Ariella Lahyani, ILTV | 01.20.25

Hapoel Haifa players holding a banner saying "Romi Gonen returns alive"

Israeli soccer clubs pay tributes to returned hostages

Maccabi Haifa celebrates Doron Steinbrecher's return, calling it 'our greatest joy,' while Hapoel Haifa announces Monday ceremony to honor fan Romi Gonen; Maccabi Tel Aviv expresses excitement for Emily Damari's release, saying, 'We prayed for your return'

Ynetnews | 01.20.25

The moment Israel waited for: Emily, Doron and Romi reunite with their families | watch

After 471 days in Hamas captivity, Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher reunited with their mothers in Israel before being airlifted to Sheba Medical Center; Emily, who lost 2 fingers during her abduction, seen smiling despite her injuries

Ynet correspondets | 01.19.25

Israeli lawmaker blasted for comparing hostage return to release of Palestinian prisoners

MK Ayman Odeh sparks backlash after celebrating release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, calling to 'free both peoples from the burden of occupation'; right-wing leaders condemn his remarks, accusing him of supporting terrorists

Ynet | 01.19.25

אמילי דמארי בשיחת וידיאו אחרי ששוחררה משבי חמאס

With a big smile, a bandaged hand and next to her mother: 'Emily's nightmare in Gaza is over!'

Emily Damari, freed after 471 days in Hamas captivity, reunites with her mother Mandy at Gaza border; Mandy thanks those who fought for Emily's release and calls for freeing all hostages; in video call, Emily smiled, holding up her bandaged hand, missing 2 fingers

Eitan Glikman, Meir Turgeman, Roni Green Shaulov | 01.19.25

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