Hamas
Khalil al-Hayya's rise won't transform Hamas or Gaza's future, expert tells ‘Post’ - interview
Dr. Michael Milshtein tells the Post that Hamas’ new leader Khalil al-Hayya may allow a technocratic government to operate in Gaza while the group continues to hold real power.
IDF confirms building massive sand barrier dividing Gaza after satellite imagery emerges
PA's massive military build-up in West Bank poses October 7-style threat to Israelis, report warns
High Court urges int'l aid groups to drop petitions challenging Israel’s refusal to register them
Iran's push for ceasefire under intense US attacks indicates vulnerability in the regime
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs - the top stories, clear and concise.
WATCH: Israel Police arrest Nazareth man for planning Hamas-linked plot to attack Ben-Gvir
The Shin Bet and Israel Police said they view any involvement by Israeli citizens in activity that endangers the security of the state and its citizens with the utmost severity.
IDF, Shin Bet kill two Hamas Oct. 7 commanders who kidnapped, held Gaza hostages in weekend strikes
One of the commanders, Adham Ibrahim Sha'aban Nasman, held several former hostages, including Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, Ziv and Gali Berman, Eitan Mor, Matan Angrest, and Omri Miran.
How will Khalil al-Hayya's past shape Hamas' future? - analysis
By having its leaders abroad, it can claim it handed over control and still maintain power behind the scenes. Hayya will be key to this next step.
Turkey’s new role: How Erdogan is supporting Hamas, challenging Israel - opinion
The Turkey that once welcomed Israeli tourists with warmth has been fundamentally transformed. Under Erdogan, successive governments have strengthened the country’s Sunni Islamic identity...
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya, former wartime negotiator, as new head of political bureau
He is the first person appointed to the position since Yahya Sinwar's death in October 2024.
Hamas attacks Gaza aid sites, holds Palestinians ransom for expended ammunition expenses - report
One source also said that Hamas had been smuggling various goods inside trucks belonging to aid organizations, as well as commercial ones, in order to generate funds.
Winning the war is not enough to permanently secure Israel's survival and security - editorial
Military campaigns can destroy launchers, command centers, and weapons stockpiles. They cannot, by themselves, create a durable security reality.
IDF has killed at least around 420 Gazan terrorists since Oct. 2025 ceasefire, 'Post' learns
At least half of the Gazans killed in the past nine months are likely combatants.
Former Gaza hostage Luis Har reveals he discussed soccer, Messi with Hamas captors
Argentinian-Israeli Luis Har was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak on October 7, 2023, and rescued in a military operation in Rafah after 129 days in captivity.
