Trump said the return of hostages depends on confronting Hamas and warned, 'The sooner this takes place, the better the chances of success.' Families of 50 hostages urged him to act swiftly, warning, 'Every day this war continues puts the living hostages at imminent risk of execution'

Hapoel Tel Aviv, whose fans have traditionally identified with Israel's political left, posted a statement on its official X page, announcing the team 'is joining the strike' but the social media team deleted the post after owner Ofer Yannay wrote, 'Please remove it'

For years, U.S. Jews gave money, loyalty and cover, while Benjamin Netanyahu brushed them off. Now, with the IDF short on soldiers, Israel considers calling on their children