Gaza Strip

Hostages deserve unconditional freedom, not political negotiations

Hostage freedom must be unconditional—using them as bargaining chips is immoral.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
08/09/2024

Who is Mohammed Sinwar? Hamas’s covert leader in the fight against Israel

Mohammed Sinwar’s cunning and brutality have solidified his role in Hamas’s military leadership. Who is this shadowy arch-terrorist?

07/09/2024
 PHILADELPHI CORRIDOR view, between southern Gaza Strip and Egypt, seen July 15.

Israel paves road in Philadelphi Corridor amid Gaza ceasefire talks

This move is seen as a show of determination regarding Israel's stance on not leaving the Philadelphi Corridor.

IAF kills Islamic Jihad commanders, Hamas terrorists embedded in civilian areas

The “Amr Ibn al-As” School, located in northern Gaza, was reportedly used by Hamas to plan and launch attacks both on Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip and on Israeli territory.

'Never seen a person so terrified': Family of Evyatar David releases video of kidnapping

Family members of hostage Evyatar David released videos showing his terror after his abduction on October 7, highlighting his distress.

Israel-Hamas war day 336: What's happening in Gaza and Lebanon?

IDF uncovers explosive lab under Jenin mosque • Anti-tank missiles strike Metula • Blinken says 90% of Gaza hostage deal is agreed •

Hapoel Jerusalem unveils new soccer jersey honoring the memory of Hersh Goldberg-Polin

The jersey, which the club says it will wear for its “upcoming cycle,” features Goldberg-Polin’s face on the front, surrounded by the phrases “May your memory be a revolution” and “a child of light."

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
06/09/2024
 Palestinians remove the rubble of houses destroyed by Israeli strikes, in Khan Yunis

'Stop weapons': Hundreds of media personalities sign letter calling for a Gaza ceasefire

The call for action headlined “Ceasefire Now, Stop Weapons, Save Lives” was led by Artists4Ceasefire in conjunction with Oxfam America, Action Aid USA, War Child UK, and Children in Conflict.

IDF carries out limited Gaza operations, Hezbollah returns to periodic low-grade attacks

In one operation, the IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) killed Ahmed Fozi Nazer Muhammad Wadia, commander of the Nukhba company who oversaw the massacre in Netiv Ha’asara on October 7.

Israel could leave Philadelphi Corridor, Hezbollah rockets rain in North

Kiryat Shmona home sustains damage in Hezbollah assault, fires break out across North • US charges Hamas leaders • IDF continues operations in Rafah

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