Gaza hostages

IDF: Hamas photo of murdered hostage is of body recovered in November

Hamas: "The guard acted in a vengeful manner contrary to instructions after receiving news of the martyrdom of his two children."

Almost 100 US rabbis and cantors urge Netanyahu to finalize deal to free remaining hostages

“We urgently call upon the Israeli Prime Minister and all relevant parties to finalize the deal on the table — outlined by President Biden and endorsed by Qatar, Egypt, and the UN Security Council."

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
15/08/2024

Tel Aviv’s ‘Hostage Square’ is coming to Chicago for the DNC

“Hostage Square Chicago will be a place where all Americans, especially Jewish Americans, can express solidarity and prayer for our hostages who still remain in Hamas hell."

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
15/08/2024

Iran attack still likely, so hostage deal needed now, White House says

CIA Director William Burns and US special envoy Brett McGurk will represent the US at the upcoming hostage negotiations summit, while Mossad chief David Barnea will head the Israeli team.

The magnitude of trauma: Schneider hospital reveals impact of Hamas captivity

New research reveals the profound effects on released hostages, urging targeted care and continued study.

By VERONICA NEIFAKH/THE MEDIA LINE
14/08/2024
(L-R) Shin Bet head Ronen Bar, Mossad director David Barnea and IDF chief Herzi Halevi speak

Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs to take part in hostage deal summit on Thursday

Qatar and Egypt have been the main mediators for the deal with the help of the United States.

Israel-Hamas War day 312: What's happening in Israel and Iran?

Blinken approves sale to Israel of military equipment worth over $20b. • Footage of October 7 IDF soldier kidnapping released • World slams Ben-Gvir over Temple Mount ascent

Gazans kidnapped IDF tank crew, including American hostage, new video shows

The soldiers from the 77th Battalion were stationed at the Gaza border at an outpost located between Kibbutz Nir Oz and Kibbutz Nirim.

International outrage over Itamar Ben-Gvir’s Temple Mount visit threatens hostage negotiations

Qatar, the US, and others condemned Ben Gvir's Temple Mount visit as provocative, warning it could derail hostage release talks.

 Jewish men pray during Tisha B'Av, at the Wall Western, in the Old City of Jerusalem

Israelis, hostage families gather in thousands for Tisha B'Av prayers

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation said that the prayer would be held with families of hostages and IDF soldiers slain in battle.

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