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Hostage families maintain constant presence in Washington to bring home loved ones

While Israeli officials paused talks, hostage families and former captives continue to urge for deal in Washington, appealing to American leaders to act while condemning Israeli government inaction

Alexandra Lukash | 07.31.25

איתמר בן גביר בצלאל סמוטריץ' בנימין נתניהו סטיבן וויטקוף

Witkoff’s surprise visit raises hopes for deal but Israel doubts Hamas intentions

Washington sees rare opening for deal, sending Witkoff back to region; Israel views visit as positive but also as pressure on hardliners Ben-Gvir and Smotrich; officials remain pessimistic, as terror group makes 'far-reaching demands'

Itamar Eichner | 07.30.25

בנימין נתניהו, רונן בר, הרצי הלוי וישראל כ"ץ בביקור במסדרון נצרים שבעזה

Netanyahu weighs Gaza land annexation plan as hostage talks stall

PM reportedly considering annexing parts of Gaza if Hamas rejects another hostage deal; Hamas negotiators leave Doha for Istanbul amid a diplomatic deadlock

Itamar Eichner, Lihi Gordon | 07.29.25

Israel achieves its goals in Gaza offensive, now must decide what's next

Opinion: Fighting eliminates senior Hamas terrorists, three brigades, destroys terror infrastructure, reshaping Gaza’s battlefield yet the war’s end remains elusive

Yossi Yehoshua | 07.29.25

Israel heading to complete military control over Gaza?

Israeli leaders hint tacit US approval to control Gaza over deadlocked deal talks

As hostage negotiations stall, Israeli leaders and U.S. officials, including Trump and special envoy Witkoff, signal a shift toward full military control of Gaza, abandoning hopes for a deal with Hamas

Ron Crissy | 07.28.25

‘People are breaking ‘: Hostage families endure agony as negotiations falter

Ilai David, Barak Oz and Michel Illouz embody the agonizing wait of hostage families, clinging to hope as negotiations repeatedly collapse; now they warn, captives' relatives won't be able to hold on endlessly

Lihi Gordon | 07.28.25

Hamas signals shift in hostage talks as Israel eases Gaza humanitarian policy

Terror group reportedly willing to compromise amid mounting global pressure, as Israel launches daily pauses and greenlights major aid infrastructure projects, including UAE-backed water pipeline and expanded desalination capacity

Einav Halabi, Elisha Ben Kimon, Itamar Eichner | 07.27.25

אלפים צועדים לשגרירות ארצות הברית בתל אביב

Families of hostages rally in Tel Aviv as ceasefire talks stall

Freed hostages and relatives of those still held in Gaza plead for urgent action: 'They’re still hungry, scared and waiting'; protesters march to US Embassy and across Israel, calling on leaders to end 'partial deals' and bring everyone home

Ynet correspondents | 07.26.25

Steve Witkoff, Benjamin Netanyahu, Khalil al-Hayya

Witkoff pulls team from ceasefire talks, says Hamas 'not acting in good faith'

Trump envoy says terror group 'clearly shows a lack of desire to reach a ceasefire in Gaza,' US will now explore 'alternative options' to secure hostage release

Itamar Eichner, news agencies | 07.24.25

Israel recalls team from Doha ceasefire talks after Hamas makes new demands

PMO says delegation returns for consultations; Hamas source blames Israel for delay, but says deal still possible; families of hostages voice concern and warn of another missed opportunity to save loved ones

Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | 07.24.25

IDF gains wasted: This is what happens if Israel meets Hamas’ withdrawal demands

Terror group demands IDF withdraw to the March 2 battle lines in exchange for a hostage deal, threatening to undo critical IDF gains in strategic corridors like Morag and Magen Oz; a withdrawal would compromise security, enable Hamas’ resurgence

Yoav Zitun | 07.24.25

קית' סיגל בהצהרה של משפחות החטופים ושורדי שבי בוושינגטון, הפגנה נגד בנימין נתניהו בקריאה לעסקת שחרור חטופים מול הקפיטול בוושינגטון, ארה"ב

'Fighting endangers their lives': Hostage families in Washington urge to close hostage deal

Former hostages and representatives deliver an urgent plea in the U.S., demanding immediate action from American and Israeli leaders to secure a ceasefire and hostage release deal before it’s too late

Lihi Gordon | 07.23.25

'Come back with a different answer': Ceasefire mediators furious over Hamas' 'disappointing' response

Israel has not received an official response but has been briefed; Contrary to earlier optimism, ministers are informed that the terror group's response includes new demands; Qatar, Egypt tell Hamas to amend its response so that negotiations can move forward

Itamar Eichner | 07.23.25

דונלד טראמפ לצד בנימין נתניהו ובכיר חמאס חליל אל-חיה על רקע רכבי הצלב האדום

Breakthrough appears near in ceasefire talks as Israel waits for Hamas' response

Proposed deal includes a 60-day truce, phased release of hostages and ongoing negotiations, with key details still under discussion between all parties

Itamar Eichner | 07.23.25

Zamir eyes post-war military in top brass assessment

Military chief alludes to concern over the effects of the prolonged war, while its objectives - the return of the hostages and the dismantling of Hamas are still out of reach

Yoav Zitun | 07.23.25

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