Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi: Gaza is crowded; the enemy is preparing a great many things for us, but we're preparing things for him as well.

<p>The Foreign Affairs Ministry commented on the summit in Cairo:</p><p><span style="font-size:10.2pt">Saturday, October 7th, was a wakeup call to the world to fight terrorism together.</span></p><p>The Islamist terror threat does not only endanger Israel, it endangers the states of the region and the whole world.</p><p>It is unfortunate that even when faced with those horrific atrocities, there were some who had difficulty condemning terrorism or acknowledging the danger. </p><p>Israel will do what it has to do and expects the international community to recognize the righteous battle.</p>

Detroit police investigate death of synagogue board president, who was found dead outside her home.

The family of the two women released by Hamas categorically denied any connection between their loved ones and BDS activities.

<p>In fiery speech, Israeli American Professor Shai Davidai alleges Columbia U has taken a pro-terror stance.</p><p><em>(Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</em></p>

<p>Two foreign workers were wounded Saturday after the Hezbollah terror group fired a missile towards Margaliot in northern Israel.</p><p>Both of the foreigners are from Thailand and in their 30s. One is in moderate condition and the other suffered light injuries. Magen David Adom (MDA) evacuated them to a hospital.</p><p></p><p></p>

<p>An IDF spokesman has said that the families of 210 Israelis being held hostage by Hamas have been contacted, along with the families of 307 soldiers who fell in battle.</p><p></p>

<p>White House publicizes recording of conversation between US Pres. Biden and freed hostages Judith Raanan and her daughter Natalie Raanan. Listen.</p>