Hostage Deal
Smotrich, Netanyahu quarrel over law banning release of senior terrorists during exchange deals
The absence of such a law places "every Israeli citizen, at home and abroad, under a real threat of abduction," argued Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.
Lessons from Hostages Forum: Making a Jewish movement for peace, equality - opinion
Former hostage Nimrod Cohen announces return to IDF: 'Didn't do enough during my mandatory service'
Yair Lapid held undisclosed meetings with Qatari officials to discuss Gaza hostages situation
Simchat Torah 5786: A joyful return and reflection on the hostages - opinion
This Simchat Torah, the release of hostages sparked joy and a shift in attitudes across Israel.
Personal nutritionist, tailored menu: Returning Gaza hostages given strict diet as rehab begins
As one of the dietitians accompanying the hostages said: "The food here is not just fuel for the body, it is also part of the emotional healing process."
Nvidia CEO Huang welcomes return of employee held in Gaza for two years
After 738 days in captivity, Avinatan Or is welcomed home by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, while acknowledging the toll the war has had on Nvidia's employees.
In pictures: New footage and images of freed hostages reuniting with loved ones
October 14, 2025, in pictures.
Tune into today's top stories: Hamas sends wrong body, Trump threatens violence - October 15, 2025
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
Who was Tamir Nimrodi, the deceased Gaza hostage returned after two years of silence? - explainer
The Nimrodi family are the only hostage family not to be told if their loved one will be returning alive or not, Tamir’s mother Herut told BBC News earlier this week.
Israel identifies remains of slain hostages Uriel Baruch, Eitan Levi, and Tamir Nimrodi
The IDF confirmed that the remains of the fourth body that were returned on Tuesday night do not belong to a hostage.
Israel reopens Rafah crossing after Hamas returns hostage remains, aid entering at normal levels
The initial decision to close the crossing came as a punitive response to Hamas not upholding its side of the ceasefire and hostage deal.
Even with hostages home, ‘Torn’ documentary about NYC’s poster wars remains relevant
“Torn” was first released last year, when about 100 Israelis were still held hostage, out of roughly 250 taken on. But even now, with all the living hostages home, it is still a relevant piece.
‘We are here to accompany you’: Inside IDF mental health reception of hostages
The returning hostages operation was built on dignity, calm, and precision, explained IDF mental health officers in charge, with the core principle being the “beginning of healing” for the families.
