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'One wrong move could seal their fate': Hostage families speak out amid cease-fire uncertainty

Families shocked by developments, fear for loved ones after Israel halts humanitarian aid and goods into enclave, warning talks deadlock risks captives' lives

Alexandra Lukash, Lior Ben Ari | 03.02.25

Released hostage tried to spare family from heart-wrenching separation from brother, mother says

Ruth Strom, whose son Iair freed while younger brother Eitan remains in Gaza, expected their separation to be painful; she approves release of horrific Hamas video, urging public to witness and understand suffering of hostages

Alexandra Lukash, Nina Fox | 03.02.25

משפחת שבו לפני הפיגוע באיתמר. בועז עומד לצד אחיו התאום ומחזיק את בנו אבישי שנרצח. גם אשתו רחל (מימינם), צביקה (שני מימין בשורה התחתונה) ונריה (רביעי מימין בשורה התחתונה) נרצחו

Father who lost family in terror attack to Yarden Bibas: 'The will to live is stronger'

Boaz Shabo, who lost his wife and three children in a terror attack, says he wants to support Yarden Bibas and emphasizes the importance of a gradual recovery

Alexandra Lukash | 02.27.25

צפייה משותפת בהלווייתם של שירי, אריאל וכפיר ביבס ז"ל, מכיכר החטופים

Michael Rapaport on Bibas family tragedy: 'Devastating, heartbreaking loss'

Actor, comedian and outspoken Israel supporter says coffins' should serve as wake-up call to the world; condemns captors’ actions as 'disgusting, demonic'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.26.25

'If we care about freedom and democracy, we should all stand with Israel'

No Jewish or Israeli roots, but with hundreds of thousands of followers on social media – 39-year-old Daniel-Ryan Spaulding has become one of the most vocal supporters of Israel since the war began. In a special interview with Ynetnews, he shares how his Israeli friends stood by him during tough times, and the possibility of moving to Israel. Watch

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

אברה מנגיסטו נפגש עם בני משפחתו בבית החולים איכילוב

Avera Mengistu has a long recovery after over a decade in captivity, brother says

Ilan Mengistu, the brother of Avera Mengistu, describes emotional closure; 'We're still trying to process the miracle that happened to us,' Ilan says, 'He recognizes us and responds. He has incredible inner strength'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

Buenos Aires deputy mayor pushes to rename 'Palestine Street' after Bibas family

Yamil Santoro proposes renaming 'Estado de Palestina' Street to honor Shiri and her children, Ariel and Kfir; initiative sparks both strong support and opposition, with legislative debate on proposal set for March 1

Alexandra Lukash | 02.24.25

'I condemned Hamas—my own family blocked me': Arab peace activist on her journey from antisemitism to Judaism

Lebanese-born activist Rawan Osman once supported Hezbollah but is now a proud Zionist fighting antisemitism; visiting Israel, she spoke to Ynetnews about her transformation, the backlash she faced, her conversion to Judaism and the need to reclaim Israel’s narrative

Alexandra Lukash | 02.23.25

לואיס הר שחזר משבי חמאס רוקד בפסטיבל מופעי האביב ברחובות

Rescued hostage Luis Har says transfer of hostages' bodies 'hard to accept , we were hoping for a miracle'

Har, rescued from Rafah by IDF, tells Ynet despite tragedy of return of slain hostages, 'the circle is closed - and the families can begin to live and move on with the loss'; He has worked in the struggle to bring the hostages home: 'When I was rescued and they gave me my life back, I realized I had a mission'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.20.25

The rabbi investigating antisemitism: 'The greatest challenge isn’t stopping the hatred – it’s staying Jewish in the face of it'

Rabbi Raphael Shore’s latest book, 'Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Jews', and his new documentary, 'Tragic Awakening', explore the deep roots of antisemitism and its modern manifestations. In an exclusive interview, he discusses the ideology behind Jew-hatred, its historical connections and the urgent need for Jews to stand strong in the face of rising hostility

Alexandra Lukash | 02.19.25

The Jewish power broker connecting Turkey and Pakistan: ‘We use commerce to shape policy'

Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce founder Duvi Honig has been a key figure in US-Israel relations, economic diplomacy and Jewish advocacy, working closely with Trump officials, including incoming US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth; in an exclusive interview, he discusses his deep ties with the Trump administration, efforts to expand business cooperation across the Middle East and his sharp criticism of Israel’s 'terrible' global PR strategy amid the Gaza war

Alexandra Lukash | 02.18.25

'Israeli drone strike kills senior Hamas commander in Lebanon,' reports claim

Arab media outlet report vehicle targeted in southern part of the country resulting in the death of terror group's commander; strike comes one day before IDF forces withdraw from Lebanon

Lior Ben Ari, Alexandra Lukash | 02.17.25

Family of hostage Yosef Haim Ohana learns he is alive

He was abducted into Gaza on October 7 after helping injured at Nova music festival; Family going public about it after seeing condition of hostages in last round of releases

Alexandra Lukash | 02.12.25

Kidnapped from 'shelter of death' to shocking conditions in captivity: 'A year and 4 months in chains, without daylight'

Eliya Cohen and Alon Ohel were kidnapped to Gaza from protected space along with Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Or Levy, who was released; Their families describe inhumane conditions, and the horrors they experience in the tunnels: 'They are treated like animals'; Eliya's girlfriend: 'He doesn't know I'm alive'

Alexandra Lukash, Lihi Gordon | 02.10.25

מחברים את השברים - ועידת הערבות ההדדית של קבוצת ידיעות אחרונות ומרכז זלמן שזר

Amir Avivi: 'October 7 was a massive crisis, but also an opportunity to build true unity in the nation'

Speaking at Bridging the Fractures conference hosted by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth, IDSF founder addresses military conscription in IDF: 'In the Jewish people, everyone must serve the country'; on Trump's proposal to relocate Gaza’s Palestinian residents: 'He should insist on opening the border and giving people a chance for a better life'

Alexandra Lukash | 02.09.25

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