It took American and Qatari diplomacy, and self-interested decisions by Hamas, to bring two hostages safely back to Israel.
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Russians Who Moved to Israel to Escape Ukraine War Are in the Middle of Another One
Thousands of citizens with Jewish heritage left for Israel after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Russians Who Moved to Israel to Escape Ukraine War Are in the Middle of Another One
Thousands of citizens with Jewish heritage left for Israel after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Fear Grows in Israel for Sick or Wounded Hostages
Hamas released two American hostages on Friday, but concern is rising about the hundreds still held in Gaza, especially the injured and ill.
Biden and Aides Advise Israel to Avoid Striking Hezbollah
U.S. officials learned that the Israeli defense minister and other military officials supported a pre-emptive strike on Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been cautious.
Promised Aid to Gaza Is Stalled by Wrangling, as Conditions Worsen
Israel, Egypt, the United Nations and others are still working out the details of delivering food, water and medicine, as Israel prepares a possible ground invasion.
Since Israel-Hamas War, Events About Palestinian Culture Have Been Canceled
Some fear that the raft of cancellations at this moment of war and tragedy is limiting opportunities to foster dialogue and greater understanding.
Hamas Releases 2 U.S. Hostages, a Mother and Daughter
Judith Raanan and her daughter, Natalie Raanan, were kidnapped from a kibbutz near the Gaza border during the Oct. 7 attacks.
Passion for Palestinian Cause Had Faded, but Violence in Gaza Reignited It
The Israeli bombardment of Gaza, in retaliation for a deadly Hamas attack on southern Israel, brought a new outpouring of support in the Arab world for the Palestinian quest for a state.
Israeli Airstrike Hits Greek Orthodox Church Compound in Gaza City
Israel’s military acknowledged it had damaged the church site while targeting what it said was a Hamas command center nearby.