Hamas said on Friday it was ready to free an Israeli-American hostage and the remains of four others, after the Palestinian militants and Israel resumed indirect Gaza ceasefire negotiations.Israel, however, said Hamas had "not budged" following a proposal from US President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Hamas says ready to free Israeli-US hostage, four bodies
Israeli settlers attack West Bank village, residents say
According to figures from the United Nations humanitarian agency OCHA, there were at least 220 attacks on Palestinians since the start of 2025.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israeli settlers attack West Bank village, residents say
Raising a glass to Israel: Wine, war, and the spirit of Purim
KNOW COMMENT: Israeli wine is more than a drink—it’s a symbol of resilience and tradition. This Purim, we raise a glass to history, victory, and the enduring spirit of the Jewish people.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Raising a glass to Israel: Wine, war, and the spirit of Purim
Givat Massuah: Jerusalem’s quiet, scenic neighborhood
Neighborhood Corner: Beneath the surface, Givat Massuah is a dynamic community – and layered with controversy.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Givat Massuah: Jerusalem’s quiet, scenic neighborhood
Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim
IN PICTURES: See the celebration of thousands who gathered across various Israeli cities to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim
Syria FM's Iraq visit focuses on security
Syria's interim foreign minister said in Baghdad on Friday his government was ready to "reinforce cooperation" with Iraq in the fight against remnants of the Islamic State group.Asaad al-Shaibani's visit to Syria's neighbour coincided with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announcing that security forces had killed a senior IS leader.It was also Shaibani's first visit to Iraq since his Islamist alliance toppled Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad in December.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Syria FM's Iraq visit focuses on security
Israel PM, security agency fight it out in public
Israel's premier and the head of internal security are engaged in a very public spat over reforms to the agency, accused of failing to prevent the October 7, 2023 attack. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar of resorting to "blackmail" and "threats" over the proposed reforms.On Thursday, Bar's predecessor Nadav Argaman added oil to the fire in an interview he gave to Israel's privately owned Channel 12 television.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Israel PM, security agency fight it out in public
‘We will serve again’: Three women who survived the Nova massacre and joined the IDF reserves
The three warriors tell their awe-inspiring stories of resilience and their decision to join the reserves despite their horrid experiences.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: ‘We will serve again’: Three women who survived the Nova massacre and joined the IDF reserves
Iran nuclear crisis: China and Russia advocate talks, but are they seeking solutions?
Russia and China issued a joint statement with Iran calling for the removal of unilateral sanctions and advocating diplomacy to resolve Tehran's nuclear standoff with Washington.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Iran nuclear crisis: China and Russia advocate talks, but are they seeking solutions?
Syrians commemorate uprising anniversary for first time since Assad's fall
Syrians gathered on Saturday to commemorate the 14th anniversary of their uprising with a public demonstration in Damascus for the first time since president Bashar al-Assad was toppled.The rally in Damascus's Umayyad Square was the first in the capital after years of repression under Assad, during which the square was the sole preserve of the ousted president's supporters.Activists called on people to hold similar demonstrations in the major cities of Homs, Idlib and Hama under the slogan "Syria is victorious".
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Syrians commemorate uprising anniversary for first time since Assad's fall