This is the Forward’s coverage of the Israel-Hamas war, which began on Oct. 7, 2023, when Hamas militants crossed into southern Israel and massacred civilians, prompting Israel to invade the Gaza Strip.
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Fast Forward Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, threatening ceasefire deal, after Shiri Bibas’ body returned
The delay followed Saturday's release of six living hostages from Gaza, including two held for a decade
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Opinion I’m Palestinian. Here’s why Trump’s Gaza gambit might just work
U.S. intervention could be exactly what the Middle East needs — but might not look like the president expects
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Opinion Trump has offered Israel an easy way out of more ceasefire talks. Will Netanyahu take it?
A fragile peace is about to encounter a very serious test
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Fast Forward At Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square, Israelis mourn — and vow to keep fighting for the captives who remain
The ongoing pain of some hostage families mixed with the grief that coursed through the gathering
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Fast Forward Kushner and Witkoff tout real estate expertise in shaping Trump’s Gaza policy
At a Saudi-sponsored Miami investment summit, the two Trump confidantes reflect on their unconventional path to diplomacy and roles in Middle East negotiations
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Opinion Jewish moms look at our children and think of Anne Frank. Now, we’ll think of Kfir and Ariel Bibas, too
I am so furious that the world is still not a safe place for Jewish babies
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Opinion The media is not showing the extent of Hamas’ barbarity — is that a mistake?
Respecting the families of murdered and tortured hostages is understandable, but it may come at the cost of truth
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Opinion For Ariel and Kfir Bibas, two empty chairs are symbols of a devastating loss
‘People were most emotional in front of this display’
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