Israel’s Cabinet approves a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza

The approval came just after 1 a.m. in Jerusalem and marks the second ceasefire achieved during the war. If finalized, the deal is expected to begin on Sunday.

Israel, Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage deal

Currently, the Israeli government is set to vote on the measure on Saturday, which would delay the release of the first three hostages until Monday.

Netanyahu disputes word of hostage-release ceasefire deal between Israel, Hamas

Mediators say Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement following weeks of negotiations, pausing a destructive 15-month war in Gaza. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says details have yet to be finalized.

Hamas accepts draft agreement for Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages

Officials say Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages. This three-phase plan would need to be submitted to the Israeli Cabinet for final approval.

Israeli military recovers body of hostage in Gaza tunnel

Israeli forces have recovered the body of a 53-year-old hostage in a Gaza tunnel as ceasefire talks with Hamas continue. The fate of his son, also a hostage, remains unclear.

Jewish community mourns NY Israeli-American soldier killed in Hamas attack

A Jewish community in the New York City suburbs mourned the death of a young Israeli American soldier who Israeli authorities had believed was taken hostage following Hamas’ attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.

IDF soldier, Long Island native confirmed dead in Oct. 7 attack

Omer Neutra, a 21-year-old from Long Island, was previously believed to be alive and held hostage by Hamas, but the IDF confirmed he was killed during the Oct. 7, 2023 attack.

Trump warns of "ALL HELL TO PAY" if Israeli hostages are not released

President-elect Donald Trump has called for the immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, warning of unprecedented consequences if they remain captive by his inauguration.

Protestors rally in Central Park after release of video showing Israeli-American hostage from NJ

A weekly rally in Central Park on Sunday, advocating for the release of all hostages, took on added significance following the release of a video by Hamas showing an Israeli-American hostage from New Jersey.

Arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas officials issued by International Criminal Court

Arrest warrants were issued by the International Criminal Court for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister, and Hamas officials.

Israel launches retaliation attack against Iran

Israel has launched a retaliation attack into Iran, the latest in a trade of attacks as tensions heighten between the two countries.

US sending air defense missile system, more troops to Israel

The Pentagon said Sunday the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery and troops to to Israel.

Vigils in NYC call for release of hostages on Hamas attack anniversary

Leaders and demonstrators are calling for an end to antisemitism and the release of Israeli hostages, as more than 60 remain alive in captivity.

Protests in NYC today to mark 1 year of Israel-Hamas War: Timeline, details

Today marks one year since Hamas attacked Israel. Here's what you need to know about the widespread pro-Palestinian protests expected today in NYC.