Hamas officials considering ‘grey areas’ in Trump ceasefire deal, may not reject it outright Mohammed Nazal, a member of Hamas’ political bureau, said that the group’s leadership is searching for 'gray areas' that might allow it to respond without issuing a flat rejection. October 3, 2025
‘We knew this day would come:’ UK Chief Rabbi Mirvis on how rising antisemitism predicted Manchester synagogue attack Two Jews were killed and three others seriously injured when an assailant rammed his car into worshippers outside the synagogue before exiting the vehicle and stabbing those nearby. October 3, 2025
Netanyahu blames UK Yom Kippur synagogue attack on ‘weakness’ Netanyahu's remarks echoed his address at the United Nations a week earlier, where the Israeli prime minister accused Western countries of encouraging violence by recognizing Palestinian statehood. October 2, 2025
Terrorist infiltration of Gaza outpost leaves IDF officer seriously wounded Two additional soldiers suffered minor injuries. All three were evacuated to Israel for medical treatment. October 2, 2025
Gaza flotilla crew rejects Italian calls to turn back, Israeli navy says ‘We will stop you’ The flotilla is nearing the "critical zone," and Israel's navy has issued a stark warning that it will deal with violations against the blockade, which is permitted under international law. October 1, 2025
Hamas official tells BBC it will reject Trump plan because it ‘serves Israel’s interests’ Hamas leaders argue that being forced to release all Israeli hostages at once would mean relinquishing their primary bargaining chip. September 30, 2025
Smotrich calls Trump plan a ‘diplomatic failure’ but doesn’t threaten to leave coalition Smotrich argued the agreement was a 'historic missed opportunity to finally break free from the shackles of Oslo' and expressed hope that Hamas’s refusal would derail the initiative. September 30, 2025
Trump issues ultimatum, promises ‘sad end’ for Hamas if they don’t agree to end Gaza war Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon said, 'If they reject the plan, Israel will finish the job.' September 30, 2025
Netanyahu accepts Trump’s ceasefire and hostage plan, says it achieves Israel’s war aims The prime minister also insisted that Trump’s framework 'achieves all of Israel’s war aims.' September 29, 2025
Qatar says it can convince Hamas to disarm, accept Trump’s hostage deal The development coincided with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s talks at the White House. September 29, 2025
Adams exits NYC mayoral race as concerns grow over Mamdani’s substantial lead in the polls Without Adams on the ballot, Mamdani would still maintain a sizable advantage, drawing 46 percent to Cuomo’s 30 percent. September 28, 2025
Hamas says it lost contact with two Israeli hostages while hinting at their location Hamas demanded that the IDF withdraw south of Street No. 8 and suspend air activity for 24 hours 'so that attempts can be made to extract the captives.' The unusually precise reference to the hostages’ reported location marked a first for the terror group. September 28, 2025
Netanyahu working with Trump on deal to free all hostages, end Gaza war, but annexation question looms Netanyahu stressed that Israel’s priorities are the release of hostages, the dismantling of Hamas, and the demilitarization of Gaza. September 28, 2025
Israeli intelligence reveals Nasrallah didn’t realize he was being targeted for assassination Nasrallah had led Hezbollah for 32 years, overseeing the murder of Israeli civilians and soldiers and orchestrating attacks worldwide. September 27, 2025
Witkoff’s sons tied to billions in Qatar deals during hostage negotiations Qatar’s prime minister attended Alex Witkoff’s wedding in 2024 and later hosted Steve Witkoff in Doha while ceasefire negotiations were underway. September 27, 2025
Israel reportedly considers immunity for Hamas leaders in Trump’s Gaza plan An Israeli source cited in the report said the immunity clause is being examined 'to provide something relevant to Hamas leadership.' September 27, 2025
Netanyahu broadcasts warning to Hamas, addresses hostages via loudspeakers, blasts US allies Netanyahu to Hamas: 'Lay down your arms. Let my people go. Free the hostages now. If you do, you will live. If you don’t, Israel will hunt you down.' September 26, 2025
Samaria leader presses Netanyahu to annex Judea and Samaria despite Trump’s objections Dagan: 'Only full sovereignty over all open areas and settlements will prevent a terrorist state from being established in the heart of the country.' September 26, 2025
Israel uncovers Iranian-backed Houthi weapons program and invasion plot Defense officials say the developments mark a sharp escalation in the Houthis’ ability to strike Israeli targets. September 26, 2025
Iranian state TV exposes Israel’s nuclear ‘secrets’ Iranian intelligence minister claims Tehran had obtained information earlier this year and used it to strike sensitive locations inside Israel during the summer war. September 25, 2025
Israeli-American charged with spying for Iran after gathering intelligence on senior officials Investigators also allege that he was compensated through cryptocurrency and received a total of about $15,000. September 25, 2025
Microsoft restricts access to IDF cyber unit following media accusation of espionage Despite the move, Israel’s military relationship with Microsoft remains largely intact. September 25, 2025
Hamas releases propaganda video of Israeli hostage Alon Ohel In a statement, the Ohel family said, 'We demand that as a precondition for any negotiations or additional assistance to Hamas, eye specialists must examine Alon and provide him with treatment.' September 24, 2025
Al-Sharaa admits Syria is ‘scared’ of Israel, urges closure on security deal While Sharaa held out hope for a security agreement, he downplayed prospects of a broader breakthrough such as recognition of Israel. September 24, 2025
IDF chief urges Gazans to rise up against Hamas Ghassan Duhine, deputy head of the Abu Shabab militia, posted a Rosh Hashanah greeting to Jews worldwide September 24, 2025
Trump unveils new plan for Gaza following meetings with Muslim countries Sources described Muslim leaders as generally supportive, while awaiting formal responses from Israel and Hamas. By World Israel News Staff US President Donald Trump has outlined a proposal for Gaza that ... September 24, 2025
France will recognize ‘Palestine’ but won’t open embassy unless Hamas frees hostages The comments came as Britain, Australia, and Canada jointly recognized a Palestinian state on Sunday, a step Portugal later followed. September 22, 2025
Israel, US to boycott summit on Palestinian statehood as more countries announce recognition Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon said the event is a “circus” that rewards terrorism. September 22, 2025
IDF Central Command chief cautions of escalation in Judea and Samaria amid statehood debate and holidays Dozens of IDF battalions have been placed on high alert ahead of the High Holidays and ahead of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas’s scheduled address at the UN General Assembly on Thursday. September 22, 2025
Saudi Arabia warns Israel over annexation of Judea and Samaria Such a move could also threaten the Abraham Accords, Israel’s normalization agreements with several Arab states. September 21, 2025
Organizers remove Greta Thunberg from Gaza flotilla steering committee Disagreements within the organizing body centered on external communication, with some participants arguing the mission was drawing more attention to its own disputes than to conditions in Gaza. September 21, 2025
Ex-MK Hanin Zoabi arrested over alleged terror incitement, justifying Oct 7 massacre Zoabi referred to Hamas’ assault as resistance to what she termed “genocide” and urged Europeans to reassess their support for Israel because of the Holocaust. September 21, 2025
Qatar demands Israeli apology over Doha strike, urges return to mediation The Trump administration has acknowledged that reaching a new deal will be difficult without Qatar’s participation September 20, 2025
Hamas terrorists fire on UN teams, block Gaza aid route COGAT accused Hamas of deliberately trying to block humanitarian infrastructure in order to create a manufactured crisis and generate international pressure on Israel to halt its campaign in Gaza City. September 20, 2025
Hamas releases cruel propaganda message about remaining hostages’ fate The statement is intended as psychological warfare, suggesting the captives will share Arad’s fate. September 20, 2025
Hamas seized UNICEF trucks carrying baby formula for Gazans The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) said the vehicles were intercepted just outside the UNICEF compound. September 19, 2025
Katz warns Houthi leader ‘Your time will come,’ says ‘Israeli flag will be raised’ above Yemen capital Katz's remarks came after multiple Houthi missile attacks against Israel on Thursday. September 19, 2025
IDF chief recommends halting Jordanian shipments after aid worker killed 2 soldiers at Allenby Crossing The assailant, a Jordanian truck driver delivering humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, was shot dead by security forces at the scene. September 18, 2025
US ambassador Huckabee: pressure on Israel is an outrage, Hamas has no morality Huckabee: 'This kind of savagery can’t be dealt with by diplomacy and talking ... one has to have some level of morality to sit down and talk – and Hamas does not. September 18, 2025
Ex-Mossad official warns Qatar has ‘conquered the West’ through influence campaigns Levy alleged that Qatar was directly responsible, alongside Iran, for the October 7 attacks. September 17, 2025
Gazans voice desire to leave as hundreds depart through Israeli mechanism The COGAT chief emphasized that evacuations were being coordinated through foreign governments. September 17, 2025
Israeli minister pushes Gaza ‘real estate bonanza’ in talks with US Trump stated earlier this year that he envisioned Gaza’s future as a large-scale investment opportunity. September 17, 2025
Chancellor Merz tearfully expresses shame at rising antisemitism in Germany, vows to combat it Chancellor Merz: 'Antisemitism has never disappeared from the Federal Republic of Germany, and many of you know this from your bitter experience.' September 16, 2025
Israel reportedly arming Druze militias in Syria as US pushes for peace talks Israel is working to unify disparate Druze factions amid rising tension in the area. September 16, 2025
IDF says Hamas turned Gaza City into ‘largest human shield in history’ The spokesperson urged residents to move away from combat zones. September 16, 2025
Arab-Islamic Summit draft urges review of ties with Israel after Qatar strike The draft resolution called for 'reviewing diplomatic and economic relations with and initiating legal proceedings against' Israel. September 15, 2025
Chief Rabbi of Israel sends condolences to Charlie Kirk’s family Rabbi Yosef said he had heard much about Kirk’s activism and regretted not having known him personally September 15, 2025
Gaza City exodus weakens Hamas strategy, analyst says Ofer argued that Hamas views the civilian population as essential to its strategy—both as human shields and as imagery for propaganda. September 15, 2025
Hamas officials try to flee Gaza City while forcing civilians to remain The army said roughly 300,000 residents have already left Gaza City, though Hamas has attempted to prevent civilians from evacuating. September 15, 2025
Antisemitic conspiracy theories target Israel after Charlie Kirk shooting Some alleged Israel colluded with Washington to blame Muslims, noting the timing one day before the anniversary of the September 11 attacks. September 14, 2025
Qatar PM urges punishment for Israel over Doha strike, says hostage mediation will continue A draft resolution from a summit in Qatar warned that Israel's actions could jeopardize present and future normalization efforts with Arab nations, including existing agreements. September 14, 2025
Over 100,000 rally against UK immigration, waving US and Israeli flags The rally, which Robinson named, was promoted as a defense of free speech and included tributes to American conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on Thursday. September 13, 2025
Netanyahu implies Israel didn’t kill Hamas leaders in Doha Netanyahu's remarks framed Hamas’s senior command abroad as a persistent barrier to any diplomatic breakthrough and signaled that Israel intends to keep pursuing them. September 13, 2025
Law enforcement names suspect in Charlie Kirk killing Trump noted that 'somebody very close to him turned him in,' adding that Robinson’s father persuaded him to go to police. September 12, 2025
Dozens of Israeli Actors Targeted in Iranian Phishing Scheme The Cyber Directorate cautioned that the stolen data could be exploited for fraud, identity theft, or other malicious activity. September 12, 2025
White House officials concerned Netanyahu authorized Doha strike to derail hostage deal – report White House official: 'Every time they’re making progress, it seems like he [Netanyahu] bombs someone. That’s why the president and his aides are so frustrated with Netanyahu.' September 12, 2025
2 Israelis injured in Jerusalem Hills stabbing attack, terrorist yelled, ‘I want to die’ The terrorist, who was from Shuafat refugee camp, had been employed at the hotel for about four months. September 12, 2025
UAE warns Netanyahu: Threats to Qatar are threats to all Gulf states The comments followed Netanyahu’s stark warning to Doha on Wednesday, when he called on Qatar to take action against Hamas leaders living there. September 12, 2025
After Israeli strike, Qatar responds to reports of tensions with US Qatar issued a swift denial that it was reconsidering the agreement with Trump, insisting that its relationship with the United States is 'stronger than ever and continues to grow.' September 11, 2025
Mystery surrounds Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya after Doha strike, absent from son’s funeral Al-Hayya has served as acting Hamas leader in Gaza since the killing of Yahya Sinwar. September 11, 2025
