Forensic experts in Israel have confirmed that the remains of two Israeli child hostages, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, were among four bodies released by Hamas.
Israel has strongly criticized Hamas for a public ceremony in Gaza where the bodies of four Israeli hostages were handed over, including those of Shiri Bibas and her two young sons.
Israel is reportedly contemplating significant military action against Iran's nuclear facilities within the year, capitalizing on what it perceives as Iran's current vulnerabilities. U.S. intelligence assessments, conducted during the final days of the Biden administration and reaffirmed under President Donald Trump, indicate that Israeli officials believe the new U.S. administration may be more supportive of such actions.
Columbia University students and New York City activists recently organized a teach-in focusing on the First Intifada, the Palestinian uprising against Israeli occupation that began in 1987.
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, Senate Majority Leader John Thune is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the U.S. Capitol. Thune aims to reinforce the strong alliance between the United States and Israel and to discuss strategies for advancing peace initiatives in the Middle East.
Congress has placed a hold on a $1 billion military aid package to Israel during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington. Two congressional aides confirmed to The Hill that lawmakers halted the sale, leveraging their authority to block arms transfers exceeding a certain dollar threshold.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly praised President Donald Trump's leadership in facilitating the recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
