Gaza-Israel

Hamas dissolution of Gaza government is a trick to keep weapons, expert warns

"The bottom line is that this is pulling the wool over everyone's eyes. There is nothing real here, especially for us," says Dr. Moshe Elad.

A woman walks past a mural depicting football player Lamine Yamal waving a Palestinian flag during the Catalans' title parade, painted by Palestinian artists on the rubble of buildings destroyed during the war, at Shati (Beach) refugee camp in Gaza City on May 13, 2026.
Former lead hostage negotiations coordinator Maj.-Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon speaks at the Reichman University Conference, Herzliya, July 1, 2026.

Gaza war could have ended a year earlier, achieved more Hamas disarmament, ex-hostage chief says

A HAMAS terrorist stands on a street during Eid al-Fitr in Gaza City.

WATCH: IDF kills four Hamas terrorists, destroys Gaza rocket launchers in strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Egypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the White House in Washington, U.S., April 9, 2019

Trump-Sisi meeting could put Egypt in the spotlight once again - analysis


Hamas rejects deal proposal, IDF kills Hamas weapons smuggler

Gantz: 'Israel must remove prospect of Iranian nuclear capabilities' • Hamas: Consultations regarding response to Israeli proposal 'nearing completion'

 MESSAGES IN support of the hostages and calling for the destruction of Hamas are posted on a makeshift tunnel symbolizing the Hamas tunnels in Gaza, at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv. ‘This year, my freedom lies deep, so deep within the tunnels,’ says the writer.

Maldives bans Israelis from entering the country over Gaza war

The move reflects the Maldives' "firm stance" against the ongoing atrocities committed by Israel against the Palestinian people, President Muizzi said.

 Illustration of Israeli passport against backdrop of Maldives Islands.

Iran holds talks with Egypt on Gaza as it looks to improve ties to Cairo - analysis

Iran has been seeking to increase ties with Egypt after many years in which the two countries have not enjoyed warm relations.

 Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in Cairo, October 17, 2024

Netanyahu must choose compromise to preserve Israel's democracy - editorial

Israel is consumed by an internal power struggle, with the Netanyahu, judiciary battle over the fate of Shin Bet at the center.

 Illustrative image of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) and Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar superimposed on an image of Israelis protesting judicial reform.

WATCH: Hersh Goldberg-Polin, hostages honored at community event

The event sought to bring people together in unity, song and prayer.

 Community gathers to remember hostages, honor Hersh Goldberg-Polin.

Hamas files application to be removed from UK terrorist group list

A team of British lawyers submitted the application, arguing the Hamas's armed violence is a legitimate response to alleged colonization, occupation apartheid and genocide.

 Hamas terrorists in Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip. February 4, 2025.

IDF major update on war crimes probes delayed for months - exclusive

The last significant update published by the IDF on its war crimes probes was in August 2024.

 Israeli soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, February 8, 2024

Ex-NSC chief Ben Shabbat: Road to dethroning Hamas in Gaza could require temporary chaos

Top Israeli lawyers debate if ICC can be reasoned with over war crimes debate.

 Meir Ben Shabbat is seen at the Knesset on November 6, 2018.

'You don't have authority': Bereaved father, Likud lawmaker disrupt High Court hearing

Tensions boil over in the High Court as bereaved fathers and MK Tally Gotliv are removed during a heated hearing on Ronen Bar's dismissal.

 Likud MK Tally Gotliv seen at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, April 8, 2025

Donald Trump’s Middle East policy faces crucial tests over coming month - analysis

The Trump administration faces challenges in Gaza, Iran, and Ukraine while conducting airstrikes on the Houthis and addressing tensions in Syria and Israel.

  US President Donald Trump seen over strikes in Sana'a, Yemen (illusrative)