Israel considers international-led aid hubs and military administration for Gaza as global criticism mounts, with U.S. pressure highlighting divides in Washington's response

Frustrated by his failure to push through the Haredi draft exemption bill and terrified he may have to testify in his ongoing criminal trial, Israel's prime minister is pushing the entire country into a dangerous and chaotic conflict between the branches of government

Attacking Qatar for its mediation techniques only helps Netanyahu hide the simple fact that he never wanted a hostage deal or a cease-fire in Gaza: he still has a vested interest in prolonging the war for political reasons

Clara Marman, 65, was released from captivity in a deal last year, along with her sister and niece. Her brother and partner were rescued by Israeli forces in February. Since then, she's been fighting to free the hostages. 'It's difficult to go back to regular life while hostages are rotting in Hamas' tunnels,' she says

The bill would set up a new alternative intelligence department whose leader would be appointed by the prime minister

Israel and Hamas are adhering to positions that aren't conducive of a comprehensive deal, and alternative deals have not been accepted either. Netanyahu has cited statements by senior U.S. officials that put the responsibility for the failure of the talks on Hamas, but senior Israeli, U.S. and Qatari officials also blame him

ISRAEL: IDF reservist killed in southern Lebanon Combat ■ LEBANON: U.S. envoy Hochstein is in Beirut for cease-fire talks, says there is 'real opportunity' to bring the Hezbollah-Israel conflict to an end ■ GAZA: UNRWA reports 97 of 109 trucks of Gaza aid lost in convoy looting

Israeli airline El Al posted a record $187 million profit for Q3 2024, benefiting from a reduction in services by foreign carriers amid the Gaza war. With rising passenger and cargo revenues, El Al's market dominance grew, while its debt sharply declined