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From Gaza to Yemen, this is what it looks like for Israel after 600 days of war

The Gaza offensive proceeds slowly with limited forces, with the aim of destroying the remaining Hamas commanders and weaponry, while the government fails to consider alternatives to Hamas rule; forces hold on to ground in Lebanon, Syria while Israel has reached a dead end against the Houthis; and in the West Bank, terrorist groups have been dismantled - at the cost of permanent residence in refugee camps.

Yoav Zitun | 05.28.25

Netanyahu says hopes to have 'something to announce' on hostages

After Hamas officials claimed they agreed to mediators' proposal for hostage deal, even the US president's special envoy said he was 'disappointed' by the terrorist organization's response; Official with PM: 'We’re hoping for news—but in the near future, not necessarily today or tomorrow'

Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi, Lior Ben Ari | 05.26.25

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

Israel signals Gaza escalation as talks stall; US urges delay in full takeover of strip

Despite impasse in negotiations, Israeli defense and political officials say military pressure is yielding some results —but 'It’s not sufficient'; Washington maintains back channel with terror group

Itamar Eichner | 05.25.25

'I had nothing left, not even water; then it started raining—that’s what kept me alive'

Freed hostage Naama Levy recounts captivity horrors: 'I was alone, constantly on the move, terrified. Sometimes I went days without food, with only a little water'

Ynet correspondents | 05.24.25

IDF plans to confine Hamas control to small area in Khan Younis

Analysis: Senior commanders say Hamas must be pressured into a ceasefire, recognizing no other options; as the offensive continues, IDF officials warn that internal political strife could undermine battlefield gains

Yossi Yehoshua | 05.23.25

Time is running out, Israel must seek new paths to end war

Opinion: Arab mediators and US must step up pressure on both Israel and Hamas to make concessions, and push for an international commission to dismantle Gaza’s tunnel networks and heavy weapons, as was done in Lebanon

Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.22.25

Netanyahu: At least 20 hostages are alive, Israel ready for temporary ceasefire

In first press briefing since December, PM signals readiness for short-term truce if it brings more home and outlines conditions for ending the war, including Hamas disarmament and leadership exile

Ynet | 05.21.25

'End this tragedy': Freed hostage urges new deal

Keith Siegel urges world leaders to reach a deal and bring the remaining 58 hostages home

Emily Schrader, ILTV | 05.21.25

Gantz: Hostage rescue must be Israel's top priority

Benny Gantz tells ILTV that rescuing the 58 hostages in Gaza is the most urgent mission of the war

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 05.21.25

חיים יצחק אור אח של החטוף אבינתן אור במסיבת עיתונאים של משפחות החטופים

No half measures: Haim Yitzhak Or demands full hostage deal

Haim Yitzhak Or, brother of hostage Avinatan Or, tells ILTV that Israel must go all in to bring every hostage home

Emily Schrader, ILTV | 05.21.25

שורד השבי עידן אלכסנדר עם שרשרת שהעניק לו סטיב וויטקוף שהיתה שייכת לבנו המנוח

Edan Alexander was held alongside top Hamas leaders, including Sinwar

Hamas likely used the Israel-American as a human shield and kept him away from potential strike zones due to his U.S. citizenship

Moran Azulay | 05.20.25

Israeli delegation to leave Qatar as hopes for hostage deal stall

Despite no breakthrough, officials say one Mossad representative may remain in Doha; Hamas claims that no substantive talks have taken place since Saturday

Itamar Eichner | 05.20.25

מצעד תמיכה בישראל לאורך השדרה החמישית במנהטן

US 'frustrated' with Israel over stalled talks: 'Everybody pursuing deal - except them'

Despite apparent impasse, Palestinian media reports that last-minute agreement is still possible, with negotiations ongoing in Qatar

Itamar Eichner | 05.20.25

ראש ממשלת קטאר מוחמד בן עבד א-רחמן אאל ת'אני

'We have not been able to bridge the gap': Qatar says Israel-Hamas hostage talks hit dead end

Qatar PM blames Israel for breakdown in ceasefire negotiations, citing 'irresponsible, aggressive behavior' and politicization of talks; says Israel seeks partial deal, while Hamas demands comprehensive agreement

Lior Ben Ari | 05.20.25

'No 100 percent guarantee aid won’t reach Hamas,' Israeli official says

Israel expected Hamas to accept Witkoff deal, but terror group rejected it and is holding direct talks with the US; 'We’re closer to a deal, partly thanks to the IDF,' says Trump envoy; Israeli officials admit aid may still reach terrorists

Itamar Eichner, Daniel Edelson, New York | 05.20.25

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