Arab states have adopted an Egyptian plan for the future of Gaza and called on the international community to support it. Israel says Hamas must have no role in the future of Gaza. Linda Gradstein reports for VOA from Jerusalem. VOA camera: Ricki Rosen.
The future of the ceasefire between Israel and U.S.-designated terror group Hamas is in doubt after Israel cut off all aid to the Gaza Strip, sparking panic buying. Israel says it wants to extend the current ceasefire for seven weeks, Hamas says it wants talks on a permanent end to the war.
Israelis mourn as they bury a mother and her sons killed in Hamas' captivity. The funerals come as the first stage of a ceasefire between Israel and the US-designated terror group is ending with no plan for proceeding to the next stage. Linda Gradstein reports from Tel Aviv. Camera: Ricki Rosen.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s idea for the United States to take over the Gaza Strip has shocked Israelis and Palestinians. While some Israelis welcome the idea, Palestinians categorically reject it. Linda Gradstein reports for VOA from Jerusalem. Nedal Hamdouna contributed to this story.
As the first stage of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has taken effect, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have returned to northern Gaza. But many find their homes completely destroyed. Linda Gradstein has the story from Jerusalem. VOA footage by Enas Tantesh and Amjed Tantesh.
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to travel to Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday, Hamas frees three more Israeli hostages, including a dual U.S. citizen, and Israel frees dozens of Palestinian prisoners. Linda Gradstein reports for VOA from Jerusalem.
Three more Israeli hostages and five Thai workers are back in Israel after being freed as part of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Linda Gradstein in Jerusalem reports there were emotional reunions, but their liberation did not go smoothly. Video includes images from Ricki Rosen.
Iran has stepped up its efforts to recruit spies in Israel. Authorities in Israel say they have arrested more than 30 in the past year, with two army reservists detained this week. One of them is accused of giving Iran classified information on Israel’s Iron Dome anti-missile system.
Analysts say Israeli officials hope Donald Trump's unconventional approach to foreign policy will get them the results they want on their top security priorities. But Trump’s push for a peace deal with Saudi Arabia could cause tensions. Linda Gradstein reports. VOA footage by Ricki Rosen.
Israeli hostages released from Gaza as part of a ceasefire deal face a long road to recovery. As Linda Gradstein reports from Jerusalem, experts say the physical and psychological trauma they and others endured will take time to heal. VOA footage by Ricki Rosen.
Three Israeli hostages and 90 Palestinian prisoners freed as deal gets underway
If approved, the ceasefire agreement would begin Sunday
The ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas allows Israeli forces to remain in parts of Gaza until all Israeli hostages are released. Linda Gradstein reports for VOA from Jerusalem. Camera: Ricki Rosen.
The agreement is also expected to allow for more humanitarian aid to enter Gaza
The war in Gaza has intensified the connection that many Jews around the world feel to Israel and has sparked a wave of immigration to the Jewish state. At the same time, a growing number of Israelis are leaving the country, at least temporarily. Linda Gradstein reports from Jerusalem.
Israel says its forces won’t say in Syrian territory permanently
As the Assad regime swiftly falls, we bring you comprehensive coverage on how the U.S. and the world are grappling with this seismic shift. Our correspondent on the ground provides an unparalleled look into the unfolding events within Syria. This week on The Inside Story: Syria After Assad.
As talks restart for a hostage release and ceasefire in Gaza, the arriving winter means life will get even harder for the two million Palestinians living in the territory. Linda Gradstein in Jerusalem, with Enas Tantesh and Amjed Tantesh in southern Gaza, have this report.
Many say they want to wait and see if truce really holds
Israeli airstrikes destroy much of Syria’s military capability
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