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Netanyahu slams Australian PM, Hamas reportedly agrees to Gaza ceasefire deal

Israeli activists illegally cross into Syria • Police arrest West Bank resident for ties to Iranian agent • FM Sa'ar to visit Africa, open Israeli embassy in Zambia

IDF soldiers operate in Beit Hanun.
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Protesters are seen lighting a bonfire outside Likud headquarters in Tel Aviv during a massive nationwide protest, on August 17, 2025.

Activists light bonfire outside Likud's Tel Aviv headquarters

A displaced Palestinian man fleeing northern Gaza gestures atop a vehicle loaded with belongings while he heads south as the Israeli military prepares to relocate residents to the southern part of the enclave, in Gaza City, August 18, 2025.

Egypt says displacment of Palestinians from Gaza City 'red line' as Gazans evacuate south


Hamas may use hostages as shields to stop IDF Gaza City invasion, expert warns

As Egypt and Qatar step up pressure on Hamas in hostage talks, expert Lt.-Col.  (Res.) Alon Eviatar says the group remains unmoved, using threats to stall IDF action in Gaza City.

IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, August 12, 2025.

Sleight of mind: Israeli mentalist Ran Gafner shares his magic

Mentalist Ran Gafner combines music and magic to mesmerize audiences

MENTALIST/MUSICIAN Ran Gafner at work.

Palestinian terrorists considering moving hostages to Gaza City to deter IDF offensive - report

Saudi-owned, London-based outlet Asharq al-Awsat's report is based on sources from the terrorist groups.

A Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist during a hostage release ceremony in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, January 30, 2025; illustrative.

'We are screaming for his return': Herzog hosts family of Nepalese Gaza hostage Bipin Joshi

Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese agriculture student, was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists on October 7 and still remains in terror captivity in the Gaza Strip. His mother and sister visited Jerusalem on Sunday.

(From L-R): Padma Joshi, Michal Herzog, President Isaac Herzog holding a picture of Gaza hostage Bipin Joshi, and Pushpa Joshi, at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, August 17, 2025.

Netanyahu: Protesters are delaying release of hostages, ensuring continuation of war

More than 300 demonstrations are expected throughout the day as hostages families try to bring the nation to a standstill.

Israeli police officers try to move the demonstrators blocking a road during a protest, after families of hostages called for a nationwide strike to demand the return of all hostages and an end to the war in Gaza, in Jerusalem, August 17, 2025.

'The hostages are my top priority': IDF officer on balancing aid distribution, freeing hostages

M., a mother of four and wife to a hi-tech professional, described her mission in five words: “returning the hostages and denying Hamas aid."

Lt.-Col. M., head of the Foreign Relations Department in the Coordination and Liaison Directorate (CLD) for Gaza.

Mossad chief conducting extensive hostage talks in Doha despite previous reports - exclusive

In recent days, Qatar and Egypt have been working on a framework for a deal that would include the release of all hostages and an end to the war.

Mossad director David Barnea seen over a wall of hostage posters in Tel Aviv (illustrative)

Murdered Hamas hostage Itzik Elgarat tortured to death, autopsy reveals

The autopsy revealed that Itzik’s body arrived with extensive trauma, including multiple broken ribs, a fractured nose, and damaged toes – injuries suggesting brutal and sustained physical abuse

(Illustrative) Danny Elgert holds a photo of his murdered brother Itzik during a Knesset session.

Houthi missile launched toward Israel, Hamas in talks to resume negotiations

Majdal Shams rebuilds after massacre • Sa'ar rejoins Likud after five years • Hamas reportedly voices keenness on return to Gaza talks

THE SANCTIONS imposed on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich (right) and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir are galling, and the accusation of ‘settler violence’ is false, the writer argues.

'War must be stopped': Israeli fighter pilots protest outside IDF's HQ, call for Gaza deal

The silent protest took place near the base's "Shaul" gate, near Hostage Square in the Tel Aviv Museum plaza.

Reservist pilots' demonstration, August 12 2025.

Iranian dissident journalist choked in assault at London march for release of hostages

Niyak Ghorbani said he felt he "truly looked death in the eye and came back from it."

People attend a march urging the British government to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza, in London, Britain, August 10, 2025.