ceasefire

Hamas confirms next phase of hostage release to occur on Saturday as planned

An Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post: "The agreement said that the release needs to be on Saturday, and that's the date that the release will happen."

Two ceasefires, one challenge: Keeping terrorists off Israel’s borders

Just as Israel will not allow Hezbollah to reestablish itself along its northern border, it will not allow Hamas to rebuild its murderous capabilities along its border in the south.

20/01/2025

Flow of aid to Gaza could take time, warns International Rescue chief

He said the IRC in Gaza is focused particularly on water and sanitation, child protection and other healthcare.

What is the next step in the Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal?

Four more hostages are expected to be released on Saturday.

IDF fires warning shots on Hamas forces in Gaza moving in its vicinity

Hamas terrorists began approaching IDF soldiers, testing the boundaries of the ceasefire.

Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in spotlight after hostage deal

“We had a great team, but it doesn't happen without Donald Trump…The president was responsible for this release, and we all owe him a debt of gratitude, as to all the families,” Witkoff said.

What the families of the hostages need now

Beyond the headlines: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news

 Emily Damari (L) with her mother, Mandy, January 20, 2025.

Emily Damari 'the happiest girl in the world' after returning home, mother says

Emily is "doing much better than any of us could ever have anticipated," her mother Mandy said.

By JAMES GENN
20/01/2025
 U.S. President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a rally

Trump vows to reveal classified Kennedy, MLK assassination files

Classified documents regarding the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK are to be released. Trump added that "other topics of great interest" will have classified records declassified.

Trump envoy floats plan to relocate Gaza civilians to Indonesia

As the Israel-Hamas ceasefire takes effect, Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff considers on-ground presence in Gaza while exploring controversial population relocation proposals.

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