These developments do not bode well for the success of the next phases of the cease-fire, let alone a lasting peace.

Under Israel's multi-phased deal with Hamas, some hostages held in the Gaza Strip and Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails have started to be released. Negotiations between Israel and Hamas are ...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed 15 months ago that Israel would achieve “total victory” in the war in Gaza — by eradicating Hamas and freeing all the hostages. One week ...

Dutch authorities on Wednesday arrested three suspects after the theft of a priceless ancient golden helmet that is ...