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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

נשיא סוריה אבו מוחמד אל-ג'ולאני, נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ

A Trump Tower in Damascus in exchange for personal meeting: Syria's al-Sharaa also wants a deal with Israel

Syrian president, who is still designated a terrorist by the US, wants a deal that will change the future of his country; 'Sharaa sent the Israelis an olive branch. Israel sent missiles,' claimed an American activist who met with him in Damascus; The chance that the two will meet during the visit to the Middle East: 'Unlikely, but we won't know until the last minute'

05.12.25

יפן מתקן ה גרעין פוקושימה ב יום התחלת הזרמת המים הרדיואקטיביים ל אוקיינוס

Israel selects site for first nuclear power plant

The plant is set to be built in southern Israel, despite local opposition and safety concerns over nuclear risks and Israel’s non-signatory status to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Other sites were ruled out over proximity to Gaza, a military base, and population centers

Ilana Curiel | 05.12.25

חצי חצאים א-סיסי נשיא מצרים ו ביבי בנימין נתניהו

Egypt's relationship with Israel tumbles to new lows following extension of Gaza war

After the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas fell apart and Israel decided to extend the military campaign within the enclave, Egypt has significantly cooled relations with the Jewish state, avoiding sending a new ambassador and withholding approval on Israel's pick to head to Cairo

Smadar Perry | 05.11.25

Holocaust survivor dies 2 weeks after great-grandson's death in Gaza

Holocaust survivor Magda Baratz, 96, learned her great-grandson was killed in combat while participating in a Holocaust memorial event at Bergen-Belsen

Meir Turgeman | 05.11.25

סרטון אות חיים של יוסף חיים אוחנה ואלקנה בוחבוט

Hostage's father breaks down after new Hamas video: ‘Even the strongest would break by now’

Harrowing Hamas-released video of hostages Yosef-Chaim Ohana and Elkana Bohbot sparks outrage as families accuse the Netanyahu government of deprioritizing their rescue

Alexandra Lukash | 05.11.25

פרופ' נחום נשר ובנו קורן עושים מילואים יחד

Reserve duty with Dad: Former POW doctor returns to front line alongside his son

Forty years after enduring torture in a Syrian prison, Prof. Nahum Nesher returns—this time by choice - at 63, he leaves the OR for the front lines, serving alongside his son in Battalion 920; Together, they’ve completed over 250 days of reserve duty on the tense Syrian border

Yair Kraus | 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

Thousands protest across Israel demanding return of 59 hostages held in Gaza

Protests sweep Israel as families of the 59 Gaza hostages demand immediate action, condemning Netanyahu’s refusal to prioritize a comprehensive regional ceasefire

ynet correspondents | 05.10.25

Israeli musician Mosh Ben-Ari rushed to hospital after heart condition

Singer, 52, is resting in the hospital following a cardiac catheterization procedure, forcing him to delay upcoming shows; sources say his condition is stable

Ran Boker | 05.10.25

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

Lebanon dismantles Hezbollah’s smuggling empire at country's main airport

Lebanese government, bolstered by U.S. support, launches strategic overhaul of Rafic Hariri International Airport — dismantling Hezbollah’s smuggling networks and banning Iranian flights while choking terror group's airway routes

Ynet | 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

Hamas releases new video showing hostages Elkana Bohbot, Yosef-Chaim Ohana

Gazan terror group continues its efforts at psychological warfare in releasing new video showing signs of life from two hostages still held in the Strip after 582 days; clip to be released after families' approval

Ynet | 05.10.25

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