An American-Israeli soldier, held captive in the Gaza Strip for over 19 months, has been released. Now, that's a slice of news that might just warm the coldest corners of your heart. Edan Alexander, snatched from his post during Hamas' brazen attack in October 2023, is coming home. And let me tell you, this release is as welcome as rain in a Texas drought. It's a glimmer of … [Read more...] about Hamas Claims Release of US-Israeli Hostage in Surprise Move
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Israel Confirms 24 Hostages Alive in Gaza After Trump’s Comments Alarm Families
In a recent development, President Donald Trump stated that the number of live hostages held by Hamas was 21. However, Gal Hirsch, Israel's coordinator for hostage issues, definitively stated the number to be 24. This discrepancy between presidential rhetoric and factual reality has understandably caused alarm among the families of hostages. Now, let's say that Trump's … [Read more...] about Israel Confirms 24 Hostages Alive in Gaza After Trump’s Comments Alarm Families
Near Miss: Houthi Missile Lands Close to Israel’s Busiest Airport
A missile fired by Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen briefly disrupted flights and commuter traffic at Israel’s main international airport on Sunday, after striking open ground within the airport perimeter, sending up a plume of smoke and sparking panic among travelers. In solidarity, the Houthis attacked Israel throughout the Gaza War. This attack occurred just hours before … [Read more...] about Near Miss: Houthi Missile Lands Close to Israel’s Busiest Airport
Israel Levels Rafah, Sparking Gazan Fears of Forced Relocation
Israel is not "flattening" Rafah indiscriminately as some claim. They're strategically clearing areas to create buffer zones - a fundamental military tactic when dealing with terrorist threats. The idea that this is some nefarious plot to "herd" Palestinians into camps is, frankly, absurd on its face. It's a necessary security measure to protect Israeli citizens from Hamas … [Read more...] about Israel Levels Rafah, Sparking Gazan Fears of Forced Relocation
Rescued Hostage to Trump: “You Saved Our Lives”
At the National Republican Congressional Committee's dinner on Tuesday, two former Hamas hostages publicly thanked Donald Trump for their release. They credited him with securing them and urged him to continue his efforts to free other still-held captives. Two former hostages who were recently freed from captivity joined the president on stage at the dinner. The freed … [Read more...] about Rescued Hostage to Trump: “You Saved Our Lives”