Hamas Shatters Ceasefire with Deadly Attack — Israel’s Response Was Lawful Defense, Not Aggression
Hamas violated the U.S.-brokered ceasefire first, killing two Israeli soldiers and wounding three others in a surprise anti-tank and sniper attack near Rafah.
Israel Pushes Back on Global Ceasefire Call, Recovers Stolen Tractor in Gaza, and U.S. Indicts Anti-Israel Arsonist
Israel dismissed a joint statement from 25 countries calling for a Gaza ceasefire, while Israeli forces recovered a tractor stolen during the October 7 attacks. In the U.S., a protester was indicted for setting fire to NYPD vehicles amid ongoing anti-Israel demonstrations.
Netanyahu Rejects Ceasefire Demands, Houthis Declare Naval Blockade on Haifa, and Iran Hosts Hamas Leaders
Netanyahu condemned Western leaders for urging a ceasefire before Hamas is defeated, and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis declared a naval blockade targeting Israel’s Haifa port. At the same time, Iran hosted senior Hamas officials, highlighting ongoing coordination between Tehran and the militant group.
Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza, 20 Terror Suspects Arrested, and Decline of Holocaust Survivors Projected by 2035
Qatar and Egypt have proposed a ceasefire plan to Hamas, including a long-term truce and possible changes in Gaza’s leadership. Israeli forces also arrested 20 terror suspects in Judea and Samaria, while a new report forecasts a steep decline in Holocaust survivors, with only 66,250 expected by 2035.
Netanyahu Vows to Defeat Hamas, Israel Charges Hamas Suspects and Mourns Fallen IDF Tracker
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to defeating Hamas, rejecting ceasefire proposals he warned would empower the terror group. As prosecutors prepared charges against 22 Hamas members for the October 7 massacre, the IDF mourned the loss of Warrant Officer G’haleb Alnasasra.
Israel Demands Hostage Releases, Hezbollah Warns of Action, and IDF Faces Legal Challenges
Israel has countered Hamas’ initial offer in ceasefire negotiations by demanding the release of at least ten living hostages. Meanwhile, legal battles are escalating in Germany where an NGO has filed a complaint against an IDF soldier. Also, Hezbollah’s leader has issued a stern warning that the group may take further actions against Israel.
Netanyahu’s Ceasefire Ultimatum, Smotrich Calls for Harsh Retaliation, Celebrities Slam Kanye in Viral AI Video
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns that the ceasefire with Hamas will end if Israeli hostages aren’t released by Saturday noon. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for harsh retaliation against Hamas, and a viral AI-generated video featuring Jewish celebrities criticizes Kanye West’s controversial remarks, highlighting the fight against antisemitism.
Hamas’ Obscene Spectacle in Releasing Hostages
Iran and the current ceasefire/hostage release deal with Hamas are center stage this week as President Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as the first foreign leader since his inauguration. While celebrated for releasing hostages, a ceasefire that leaves Hamas in control of Gaza is terrible for Israel, Palestinian Arabs, and the world.
Red Cross outraged: Hamas prisoners released with warning from Psalms
As part of the “ceasefire deal,” Israel is releasing 183 security prisoners from Israeli prisons in exchange for three hostages held by Hamas. The prisoners are being released wearing identification bracelets with a Biblical warning, paper bracelets inscribed with a verse penned by King David.
The Lebanon Trap: Inside the Ceasefire Deal Designed to Handcuff Trump
As violence erupts once again in South Lebanon, a leading Middle East analyst reveals that the recently extended ceasefire agreement may be more than just a failed peace initiative – it could be an elaborate diplomatic trap.