US State Sec. Rubio lands in Tel Aviv as countries seek return of six add'l living hostages

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US State Secretary Marco Rubio arrives in Israel on the first leg of his Middle East trip, as Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar waits to welcome him, in Tel Aviv, Israel, February 15, 2025.
US State Secretary Marco Rubio arrives in Israel on the first leg of his Middle East trip, as Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar waits to welcome him, in Tel Aviv, Israel, February 15, 2025.
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How hormones mask the hidden trauma in returning hostages

Despite severe trauma in captivity, returning hostages may appear healthy due to hormonal surges that temporarily boost mood and energy.

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Sasha Tropanov and his partner Sapir Cohen. Prolonged medical monitoring is required.
Sasha Tropanov and his partner Sapir Cohen. Prolonged medical monitoring is required.
(photo credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit via Maariv)
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Hamas tells Arab media they will not manage Gaza in next phase of deal

Hamas will be ready to negotiate Phase Two of the ceasefire agreement and hostage release schedule from Monday.

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Hamas terrorists parade as they prepare to hand over hostages.
Hamas terrorists parade as they prepare to hand over hostages.
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Israel, US working to bring forward release of six Gaza hostages

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Ex-hostage Troufanov: 'Thank you to everyone who joined in fight for my release'

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Alexander Sasha Troufanov sends message from helicopter heading towards hospital, February 15, 2025.
Alexander Sasha Troufanov sends message from helicopter heading towards hospital, February 15, 2025.
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Moscow takes credit for release of Russian-Israeli hostage Alexander Troufanov

Russian officials chose to specifically thank Hamas and the Kremlin's Arab partners in their statements regarding Troufanov's release, but didn't mention Israel.

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Al-Qassam Brigades hand over Israeli hostages to the Red Cross, as part of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis, February 15, 2025.
Al-Qassam Brigades hand over Israeli hostages to the Red Cross, as part of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis, February 15, 2025.
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US Attorney General and Director of CIA speaks with father of Itay Chen

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WATCH: Ex-hostage Alexander Sasha Troufanov reunites with mother and girlfriend

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Alexander Sasha Troufanov reunites with family after 498 days in Hamas captivity, February 15, 2025 (credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit).

'Bring them back to us': Sagui Dekel Chen's message to the remaining hostages

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Sagui Dekel Chen sends message to the remaining hostages, February 15, 2025.
Sagui Dekel Chen sends message to the remaining hostages, February 15, 2025.
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Iair Horn sends message to brother in Hamas captivity

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Iair Horn sends message to brother Eitan Horn, who remains in Hamas captivity, February 15, 2025.
Iair Horn sends message to brother Eitan Horn, who remains in Hamas captivity, February 15, 2025.
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IAF fires at suspicious vehicles heading northward in central Gaza

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Israel at war: What you need to know


    • Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 240 hostages into Gaza.
    • Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Re'im music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across Gaza border communities.
    • 76 hostages remain in Gaza.
    • 49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity, IDF says.
    • The IDF launched a ground invasion of Lebanon on September 30.
    • The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire came into effect on November 27 at 4:00 a.m.
    • Netanyahu confirmed the first phase of the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire on January 17, 2025
    • 735 terrorists will be released as part of the hostage deal


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