Gaza hostages

New hostage square in Berlin to open, raise awareness for those in Hamas captivity

The new installation in Berlin has been inspired by the Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, a public plaza located outside of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art that also showcases those held in Hamas captivity.

Chaos at ceremonies: Mourners confront government members during speeches

Mourners yelled out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he spoke at a ceremony on Jerusalem's Mount Herzl, and one man flew an Israeli flag that said "7.10" on it as he spoke.

13/05/2024

Gulf leaders take issue with claims that Gulf states will lead postwar Gaza administration

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan insisted on Saturday that his country would not participate in a new civil administration in Gaza.

By HANA AZMI ELATRASH , JACOB WIRTSCHAFTER/THE MEDIA LINE
13/05/2024

Marking Remembrance Day in an increasingly complex Israel

So, the question we are all asking ourselves right is: How is it even possible to mark these days in a way that is meaningful, respectful, and appropriate? 

Israel is on a rollercoaster - and the ride weighs heavily on the Israeli public

This year, after October 7 and the inconclusive results of the last seven months of fighting, the situation is much more complicated than in previous years.

Fallen scholarly soldier’s holy text donated to the National Library of Israel

Eyal Meir Berkowitz fell in an operation to rescue the bodies of multiple hostages.

Remembering the sacrifices of Israel's fallen on Remembrance Day

The Jerusalem Post, the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, IDF Widows and Orphans Organization, and the Sylvan Adams Family Foundation held a ceremony to commemorate Remembrance Day.

By LIOR NOVIK , YUVAL BARNEA
12/05/2024

Israelis split on if ministers should come to Remembrance Day ceremonies - poll

Israelis are generally pessimistic about the future of Israeli democracy and Israel's national security.

Wine on the Vine launches project bringing stories of Gaza hostages to unique line of wines

The team at Wine on the Vine worked with the families of the Gaza hostages to tell the stories of their loved ones through unique wine bottles featuring photos and descriptions of seven hostages.

'No Independence without the hostages': Families and protestors plan alternative ceremonies

"Without the hostages there is no Independence," said organizers who invited the public to join them watching the ceremony's live stream from home or from screenings around the country.

12/05/2024
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