Israel Opposed Direct US-Hamas Talks, Netanyahu Confidante “Lashed Out” At Envoy

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right hand man and the US official leading the talks about the secret negotiation between US and the Hamas for hostages had a contentious call on Tuesday, two sources tell Axios. In February when US officials ran the idea of engaging with Hamas directly, Israeli officials advised them against it, … Read more

Frail Appearances Of 3 Hostages Released By Hamas Shock Israelis

Jerusalem: Three Israeli men, who were held captive in the Gaza Strip for 16 months, were released by Hamas on Saturday while Israel began freeing dozens of Palestinians as part of the truce deal. The day began in Deir al-Balah in Gaza, where Hamas handed the hostages– Ohad Ben Ami, Or Levy and Eli Sharabi– … Read more