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Terrorists fire towards military post

Terrorists fire towards Salem military post, IDF forces fire back, eliminate terrorists.

IDF targets Hezbollah military structure in Lebanon

Missiles fired towards northern Israel, IDF strikes in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes launch site used to fire on Ashdod

Terrorists preparing to fire at IDF troops eliminated by fighter jets during a precise aerial strike; strike launch site used throughout the war to fire launches toward the city of Ashdod.

After backlash

After backlash, Columbia student apologizes for anti-Israel comments

Columbia University student apologizes for saying on video that "Zionists don’t deserve to live".

Israel to Egypt:

Israel to Egypt: One last chance for hostage deal before Rafah invasion

Axios reports that Israeli officials told their Egyptian counterparts that Israel is ready to give hostage negotiations "one last chance" to reach a deal with Hamas, but if there isn't progress soon it will move forward with a ground invasion of Rafah.

After elimination of terrorist:

Dozens of rockets fired from Lebanon after elimination of terrorist

A barrage of about 30 rockets fired from Lebanon towards the area of Mount Hermon and Har Dov. Some of the rockets were intercepted. There are no reports of injuries.

Condition of Ramla stabbing attack victim improves

Assaf Harofeh Hospital says 18-year-old who was stabbed in Ramla has stabilized and she is now listed in moderate condition.

Watch:

Watch: IDF eliminates terrorist who cooperated with Hamas in Lebanon

IAF aircraft eliminate Mosab Khalaf, a senior terrorist in the Jamaa Islamiya terrorist organization who advanced a large number of terror attacks against Israel.

Shabbat Shalom from Israel!

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Shabbat about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.

Minister Ben-Gvir injured in car rollover

The Minister of National Security visited the scene of the attack in the city of Ramla and upon leaving there his car overturned. He was evacuated to Assaf Harofeh Hospital with moderate injuries.

'Jewish history began here'

'Jewish history began here' | Passover in Hebron in the shadow of war

Arutz Sheva spoke with Dr. Noam Arnon, the spokesman of the Jewish community in Hebron, who says that despite increased security tensions, the city is still a popular destination during the holiday.

Truck driver working for IDF killed by Hezbollah anti-tank missile

Sharif Suad, a resident of Ras al-Ein in northern Israel was killed during infrastructure work in the area of Har Dov.

Released teen hostage:

Released teen hostage: 'The terrorist brought me a ring'

18-year-old Noga Weiss recounted how one of her captors wanted to marry her.

Released 9-year-old hostage comes full circle

Ohad Munder watched Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Israel State Cup semi-final victory from the stands. While in captivity, he learned that the team had sent him birthday wishes.

Chilling footage published by terrorists from Tulkarm

The 'Martyrs of Al-Aqsa Brigades in Tulkarm' claimed responsibility for the shooting carried out just before midnight last night towards the town of Bat Hefer. 'This is just the beginning,' they promised.

Report:

Report: Biden Admin. won't sanction Netzach Yehuda Battalion

US Secretary of State Blinken writes to House Speaker Johnson that in light of Israeli commitment to fix issues in battalion accused of human rights abuses, the battalion will not be sanctioned.

Israeli university heads condemn antisemitism on US campuses

Association of University Heads in Israel says anti-Israel protests create a 'climate where Israeli and Jewish students and faculty members feel compelled to hide their identities or avoid campuses altogether for fear of physical harm.'

2 Arabs break into Binyamin farm with axe

Security forces searching the area after Arabs armed with an axe break into Jewish farm.

Mitch McConnell:

Mitch McConnell: Give college presidents chance before sending National Guard

Senate Minority Leader distances himself from Republican lawmakers' calls to send in the National Guard in response to antisemitic protests on university campuses.

Smotrich vs. Gallant:

'Defense Minister is delaying operation in Judea and Samaria'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims that numerous processes to seize land in Judea and Samaria are waiting only for the Defense Minister's signature.

New US sanctions target Iranian drones

United States issues new sanctions on Iran, targeting Iranian drones, including their use by Russia in the war in Ukraine.

Freed hostage recalls:

Freed hostage recalls: The terrorist brought me a ring

18-year-old Noga Weiss, who was kidnapped to Gaza and freed after 50 days, shares the story of how the Hamas terrorist who held her captive said he wanted to marry her.

France:

France: Teen arrested over threat to attack Paris Olympics

French anti-terrorism authorities arrest 16-year-old who said on social media that he wanted to die “a martyr” at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.

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Watch: Singer-songwriter Idan Raichel pays tribute to freed hostages

Israeli singer and songwriter Idan Raichel hosts Fernando Marman and Louis Har, who were freed by IDF troops, dedicates a song to them.

Exchange of fire in the north:

Exchange of fire in the north: Anti-tank missiles fired from Lebanon, IDF returns fire

Two anti-tank missile launches identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Har Dov in northern Israel. IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terrorist targets in southern Lebanon.

Watch:

Watch: Rep. Omar visits anti-Israel protest at Columbia University

Israeli-born professor Shai Davidai responds after Rep. Ilhan Omar meets anti-Israel protesters at Columbia: A new low for the US Congress.

Man in Hamas shirt distributes leaflets in Brazilian parliament

The leaflets included incitements to violence against Jews and were even handed directly to members of parliament.

IDF joins US initiative to expand aid to Gaza

IDF collaborates with Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) initiative of the US, which will create an enhanced ship to shore distribution system to increase the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

Parents of hostage:

Parents of hostage: 'Seeing our son should be a reminder - we need them all released'

Parents of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin gave a statement following Hamas publishing a video of their son.

'Israel will pay a heavy price' in new hostage deal proposal

Israeli negotiating team presents to Cabinet proposal in which Hamas would release 20 hostages and in exchange, Israel would permit residents to return to northern Gaza and other concessions.

Smotrich: No exchanging hostages for ceasefire

The head of intelligence suggested including no entry to Rafah and promoting steps towards a Palestinian state in exchange for the release of the captives. Minister Smotrich rejected the idea as a dangerous proposal.

After British demand:

After British demand: Nukhba terrorists to receive humanitarian visits, hostages won't

Israeli government accedes to British demand to be allowed to visit terrorists who committed October 7 massacre without the hostages receiving any humanitarian visits in return.

Hostages' families:

'We welcome joint declaration, call for continued efforts'

The Hostages Families responded to the joint statement calling for the release of the hostages, but said that it needed to be expanded.

Song marks one year since murder of Lucy, Maia and Rina Dee

To mark the one-year anniversary of the murder of Lucy, Maia and Rina Dee, Maia Dee's seminary friends recorded an emotional song in their memory.

After massive attack on Israel:

European Parliament calls for extended sanctions against Iran after attack on Israel

The European Jewish Congress welcomed the decision of the European Parliament to call for extended sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran following its attacks on Israel.

Exhibition for repatriated evacuees near Gaza

The Israel Dog Unit welcomed the residents of Netzarim back to their homes with a Passover exhibition of their working dogs in action.

Marco Rubio:

Marco Rubio: Biden Admin sanctions on Netzah Yehudah helps Israel's enemies

Republican Senator accuses administration of 'an effort by President Biden to appease Israel’s enemies, including the antisemitic mobs terrorizing college campuses across America.'

Court overturns Harvey Weinstein's conviction, orders retrial

By a vote of 4-3, a New York court found that the prosecution had not followed protocol when calling and questioning witnesses.

Senior US official:

Senior US official: 'Sinwar, Hamas to blame for lack of hostage deal'

Biden Administration official says 'it's really down to one guy to accept the deal' to free the hostages.

Father of Hirsch Goldberg-Polin

Father of Hirsch Goldberg-Polin: "We watched the video and cried"

John Polin recounted watching the video of his son in Hamas captivity: "He sounded strong, hearing him say he missed us - it strengthened us."