The Bibas family remains hostages in Gaza. A nation is hoping against hope for their return.
For Jews around the world, the fate of Kfir, Ariel, Shiri and Yarden Bibas has long been a matter of urgent concern
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Fast Forward Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger and Gadi Moses reportedly among 8 hostages to be released tomorrow
Hamas is also expected to release five Thai citizens on Thursday
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Opinion The ceasefire is fragile. Trump needs to preserve it. He’s got just one option
The Palestinian Authority is the key to a long-lasting peace — but can the president persuade Netanyahu?
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Fast Forward Trump Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff draws on personal tragedy to push for the release of Israeli hostages
The real estate magnate-turned-diplomat reflects on his son's death as he sets to travel to the region to oversee implementation of Gaza ceasefire
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Fast Forward American hostage Keith Siegel reportedly to be released from Gaza next week
The report on NBC News, citing Israeli sources, is a sign that Siegel is alive
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Fast Forward Hostages Daniela Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy and Karina Ariev released from Gaza in choreographed ceremony
All are Israeli soldiers, an apparent breach of Hamas’ ceasefire agreement with Israel, which stipulated that civilian women be released first
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Fast Forward Report: Freed hostage Emily Damari asked if American-Israeli Keith Siegel could take her place
Damari’s request was rejected, according to the report by Israel’s Channel 12 news
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Fast Forward Trump says he is ‘not confident’ about Gaza ceasefire lasting
He also discussed Gaza, much of which has been destroyed during the war, in real-estate terms
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