Hostages Still Held in Gaza Cast Shadow Over Passover in Israel
The holiday is usually a celebration of the liberation of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt. But for many Israelis, the suffering of the captives still in Gaza is tempering…
An Israeli Hostage Released From Gaza Campaigns for the Release of Others
Trepidation over the fate of other captives has left Ilana Gritzewsky little time for self-healing after her own violent abduction.
Israel Tries to Pressure Hamas to Free More Hostages
Israel’s defense minister said it was preparing to seize more territory in Gaza and intensify attacks unless the Palestinian group freed more of the dozens of remaining captives.
Israel Expands Gaza Ground Offensive as Hamas Fires Rockets at Tel Aviv
A two-month cease-fire in Gaza collapsed this week amid a renewed Israeli bombardment. The fighting now looks as if it is sliding back to full-scale war.
Israelis Take to Streets a Day After Gaza Strikes
Israeli protests are converging over the war in Gaza and domestic politics amid concerns about a government push to reduce the power of state watchdogs.
Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kills Over 400, in Breakdown of Cease-Fire
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said he had ordered the aerial attacks after Hamas’s “repeated refusal” to release the remaining hostages it holds. “This is just the beginning,” he said.
Less Than Half of the 59 Hostages in Gaza Believed to be Alive
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday’s attack on Gaza came after Hamas said no to the latest proposals by mediators, which included releasing the remaining captives.
Separatists Are Still Holding Hundreds of Hostages in Pakistan Train Standoff
Pakistani security forces declared an end to ethnic separatists’ seizure of a train carrying more than 400 people.
Pakistan Separatists Hijack Train With 400 Onboard and Give Ultimatum
The militants, Baloch ethnic fighters, said they would kill dozens of seized security personnel if the Pakistani government did not agree to a prisoner exchange.
Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings
When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark.