‘It took 11 years to bring him back’: Hadar Goldin’s family experiences closure with return of his remains from Gaza Goldin’s mother, Leah, spoke of the long fight to retrieve her son and the principles that guided the family throughout the ordeal. November 9, 2025
Orthodox Jewish woman elected mayor in US for first time Weiss achieved a historic victory in the predominantly Democratic Cleveland suburb through a campaign centered on unity and cooperation across political lines. November 8, 2025
Israel downgraded by US to ‘support staff’ in Gaza command center Decisions are now being made by the broader international body, a significant adjustment from Israel’s previous position of control. November 8, 2025
Hamas claims discovery of Hadar Goldin’s remains in Rafah Goldin, an officer in the Givati Brigade, was killed on August 1, 2014, shortly after a humanitarian ceasefire went into effect. November 8, 2025
Almost half of Israelis won’t go to New York City with Mamdani as mayor Asked about Mamdani himself, 83% of Israelis surveyed said they view him as antisemitic. November 7, 2025
Anti-Israel protesters firebomb performance by Israeli philharmonic in Paris After the matter was resolved, they were brought back on stage to the sound of applause and cheers from the audience. November 7, 2025
Witkoff says Hamas agreed to disarm in meeting with Kushner before Gaza ceasefire The United States is building a demilitarization framework that includes an amnesty process for Hamas fighters who surrender their weapons. November 7, 2025
Mediators may convince Rafah terrorists to disarm under Trump’s postwar deal Some of the terrorists, sources said, may have lost contact with their commanders and be unaware that fighting officially ended weeks ago. November 6, 2025
Trump administration will announce Khazakstan’s inclusion in the Abraham Accords Although Israel and Kazakhstan already maintain diplomatic relations, the decision to join the accords would formalize their cooperation under the broader US-led initiative. November 6, 2025
IDF eliminated two terrorists who crossed Gaza’s yellow line into Israel-controlled area The military said the terrorists 'posed an immediate threat' and that soldiers moved quickly to eliminate them and remove the danger. November 5, 2025
Rabbi to establish Jewish school outside NYC after Mamdani elected mayor Rabbi Schneier said the initiative was already in motion in response to what he described as growing anxiety among New York Jews following the election. November 5, 2025
IDF denies report that Hamas is holding Hadar Goldin’s body in tunnel with 150 terrorists Officials familiar with the report said this discovery explains why Israel has so far avoided attacking that tunnel system. November 5, 2025
Trump: ‘Any Jewish person’ who votes for Mamdani ‘is a stupid person’ Mamdani has been criticized for engaging in anti-Israel rhetoric and questioned for his refusal to condemn the slogan 'globalize the intifada.' November 4, 2025
“Why choose this moment?’ Boris Johnson slams Palestinian state recognition Johnson said it was 'bizarre to see intellectuals cheering for Hamas.' November 4, 2025
Yad Vashem says it has identified names of 5 million Holocaust victims The memorial stated that many of the remaining names of Jewish victims, estimated to be about a million, will likely remain unknown forever. November 4, 2025
Netanyahu may call snap elections amid military advocate general scandal Some in Netanyahu’s circle believe his campaign could serve as a focal point for a broader campaign on judicial reform. November 4, 2025
WATCH: Douglas Murray Calls Out Tucker Carlson’s Hypocrisy The always eloquent Douglas Murray has a go at influencer Tucker Carlson for his hypocrisy in his endless criticisms of Israel. November 4, 2025
Former US vice president Dick Cheney, ‘among finest public servants of his generation,’ dies at 84 The Republican Jewish Coalition will remember Cheney as “an American patriot and an unwavering friend of Israel and the Jewish community.” November 4, 2025
WATCH: ‘758 days of hope and heartbreak’: Parents of slain US hostage Omer Neutra speak Parents of fallen US IDF soldier Omer Neutra, who was killed on October 7, gave an emotional speech on the return of his body into Israel. November 4, 2025
Notorious British antisemite Jeremy Corbyn campaigns for Mamdani in NYC race Former governor Andrew Cuomo immediately blasted the move as proof of his chief mayoral rival’s extremist ties. November 4, 2025
Israeli foreign minister visits India, highlights strategic partnership and fight against Hamas Sa’ar concluded by reaffirming Israel’s commitment to a long-term strategic alliance with India, stressing that the partnership is vital for regional stability and prosperity. November 4, 2025
Sa’ar: Hamas disarmament ‘at heart’ of Gaza peace plan, Israel won’t compromise Last month, Jordanian King Abdullah II told the BBC that if the mandate of the International Stabilization Force envisioned in the U.S peace plan was enforcing Hamas’s disarmament, 'nobody will want to touch that.' November 4, 2025
WATCH: Freed hostage Rom Braslavski enjoys the beach for the first time since his release Rom Braslavski, who endured two years of brutal captivity and was held alone, takes to the beach for the first time since he was freed. November 4, 2025
US, Israel pressure Lebanon as Hezbollah rebuilds military arsenal The Israel Defense Forces said on Monday that it killed two Hezbollah operatives in separate precision strikes in southern Lebanon. November 4, 2025
Hillary Clinton offers rare praise for Trump’s role in Israel-Hamas ceasefire Clinton acknowledged that Trump’s efforts to end the two-year war in Gaza 'worked' but cautioned that given the volatility of the region, progress would likely remain 'week to week.' November 4, 2025
US circulates draft UN resolution seeking two-year mandate to govern Gaza, provide security The ISF would also be tasked with securing Gaza’s borders with Israel and Egypt, protecting Palestinian civilians and humanitarian corridors, and training the new Palestinian police forces that will provide security. November 4, 2025
Turkish officials say Hamas is ready to give up control of Gaza – report Turkey is positioning itself to play a central role in postwar Gaza and hosted a high-level meeting this week in Istanbul focused on the future governance and reconstruction of Gaza. November 4, 2025
Antisemitism watchdog warns Mamdani victory will pose security risk to Jews in New York ISGAP Action argues that anti-Zionism masquerading as progressive politics would erode security for New York’s large Jewish community. November 3, 2025
Israel-supported Gaza militia head burns Hamas flag in Facebook video 'They are liars,' said al-Astal. 'Hamas is finished.' November 3, 2025
Trump administration encourages Israel to let journalists into Gaza Washington began making the request to allow journalists into Gaza earlier this year. November 3, 2025
US Catholic school features infamous Auschwitz slogan on parade float Galen Shelly said he constructed the mock gate himself after being unable to find suitable cemetery props and said he was inspired by a recent visit to the Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C. November 2, 2025
Hamas asks mediators to arrange for evacuation of terrorists from Rafah after supposed return of hostage remains The timing of the announcement has fueled speculation that Hamas is using the discovery to pressure Israel into approving the Rafah evacuation in exchange for the bodies’ return. November 2, 2025
Remains of 3 people Hamas claims are hostages arrive in Israel for forensic testing The group’s inconsistent statements have fueled doubts in Israel about its motives. November 2, 2025
Iranian FM refuses direct negotiation with US, insists Tehran will never abandon nuclear program Israel targeted Iran’s key nuclear sites at Isfahan and Natanz last June, while US forces struck both those locations and the heavily fortified Fordo facility. November 1, 2025
Saudi sources say normalization with Israel by the end of year is ‘virtually impossible’ The source noted that Prince Mohammed views recognition as conditional upon Israel taking 'an irrevocable, major step toward a Palestinian state.' November 1, 2025
Israel to establish special tribunal for Hamas Nukhba terrorists involved in October 7 massacre The plan, long in discussion, is being revived now that all living hostages have been returned from Gaza. November 1, 2025
Israel steps up readiness amid rising threat from Iran-backed militias in Iraq Both the IDF and Mossad have been refining contingency plans in response to what officials describe as a slow but deliberate Iranian effort to open a new front against Israel. October 31, 2025
Mediators gave Hamas 24 hours to retreat from Gaza yellow line or face Israeli retaliation The ultimatum, conveyed through Egypt and Qatar, expired 8:00 Thursday evening. October 31, 2025
IDF reveals unsuccessful mission to rescue hostage Sahar Baruch The Baruch family has asked the army to formally recognize their son as having been murdered while in captivity, saying that doing so would honor his memory and clarify his status among the victims of the October 7 attack. October 31, 2025
Bodies of slain hostages Amiram Cooper and Sahar Baruch returned to Israel Prime Minister's Office: 'Israel shares in the deep sorrow of the Cooper and Baruch families and of all the families of the fallen hostages.' October 30, 2025
VIDEO: Mamdani called to defund Israelis before Oct. 7th attack Mamdani was pushing a bill to revoke the tax-exempt status of any New York nonprofit alleged to be aiding Israel’s military or Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria. October 30, 2025
Israel to approve nearly 2,000 new homes in Judea and Samaria The planned expansion includes 133 homes in Tapuah West, 720 in Avnei Hefetz, 568 in Einav, 178 in Ganei Modi’in, 246 in Rosh Tzurim, and 128 in Etz Efraim. October 30, 2025
Yair Netanyahu’s appointment sparks uproar, stalls World Zionist Congress deal Opposition parties, including Yesh Atid, immediately withdrew from the tentative power-sharing deal and blocked votes on other nominations. October 30, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Israel of war crimes for retaliating against Hamas Greene’s comments put her at odds with the vast majority of her Republican colleagues, who have long supported Israel’s right to defend itself. October 29, 2025
IDF strikes kill senior Hamas and Nukhba terrorists involved in October 7 attack The coordinated strikes, conducted jointly by the IDF and Shin Bet, came after repeated violations of the ceasefire by Hamas. October 29, 2025
Qatar blames Hamas for ceasefire violation Qatari PM says Hamas appears open to relinquishing control of Gaza, suggesting that “a major shift” in its role may be underway. October 29, 2025
GOP Congressman says Mamdani should lose citizenship over pro-Hamas statements While US law does not permit deportation of citizens, courts can revoke naturalization if the government proves the status was obtained fraudulently. October 28, 2025
Hamas refuses to release body of hostage, claims Israel’s retaliation violated ceasefire Israel has accused Hamas of deliberately withholding the return of bodies and staging false discoveries while claiming compliance with the ceasefire agreement. October 28, 2025
Netanyahu orders Gaza strikes after Hamas attack on IDF, staged hostage return Military officials said the renewed escalation followed an attack by Hamas east of the Yellow Line in Gaza. October 28, 2025
Smotrich says Saudis ‘deny our tradition and our heritage’ by demanding Palestinian state He argued that Saudi talk of Palestinian statehood amounted to denying the Jewish connection to Judea and Samaria. October 27, 2025
Arab MK Ahmad Tibi publicly endorses anti-Israel NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani MK Ahmad Tibi, head of the Ta’al party, issued a public statement praising Mamdani’s leadership and vision, describing him as 'young, articulate, and principled.' October 27, 2025
Hamas now says it can release 7 to 9 bodies following pressure from Trump The talks followed a stern message from President Donald Trump, who gave Hamas 48 hours to begin returning the bodies, including two Americans. October 27, 2025
Canadian MP calls for war crimes vetting of IDF veterans before entry to country Jewish organizations said Israel is being targeted unfairly and instead, people should be investigated for Hamas links. October 26, 2025
Smotrich proposes weekly protest in ‘Sovereignty Square’ to push for Judea and Samaria annexation Smotrich proposed that supporters gather weekly in what he dubbed “Sovereignty Square,” wear special pins, and display messages across major highways until the government acts. October 26, 2025
Israel pulls back troops in Gaza to allow hostage recovery under US-brokered deal The decision follows several days without progress on the recovery of hostages’ bodies, five days after the last remains were returned to Israel under a prior agreement. October 26, 2025
Rabbi narrowly survives direct hit Russian drone attack after walking out of synagogue to attach mezuzah It was not Rabbi Wolff's first narrow escape: in July, a drone strike hit the family’s car outside the city, destroying the engine but leaving them unharmed. October 25, 2025
Qatar may join forces for Gaza postwar stabilization, Trump says More than two dozen countries—including several Arab and Muslim nations—have joined the US-led effort to ensure Gaza’s disarmament and reconstruction, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a press conference. October 25, 2025
Wife of jailed Second Intifada architect, Marwan Barghouti, urges Trump to free him He is widely believed to have planned the Second Intifada, which killed and wounded thousands of Israelis between 2000 and 2005. October 25, 2025
Israel allows Egyptian search team into Gaza to help recover hostage bodies An Israeli defense official said the decision reflects a shift in Israel’s position, as earlier requests for such cooperation had been rejected on the grounds that Hamas should locate and return the bodies itself. October 25, 2025
White House frustrated with Israel’s behavior after Gaza truce One senior US official was quoted as telling an Arab ally that “Israel was out of control.” October 24, 2025
