Netanyahu: Israel prepared for return of all hostages, Hamas pushes for last-minute change to deal

October 12, 4:10 PM

Arab sector crime: 37-year-old man murdered in North, 198th such victim since January

October 12, 4:07 PM

Hamas ready to hand over 20 living hostages - WSJ

Hamas has said that it is ready to hand over the 20 living hostages today, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. 

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, AMICHAI STEIN, AVI ASHKENAZI

Omer Shem Tov and Amit Soussana delivered a message to the hostages still in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, October 9, 2025

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October 12, 4:07 PM

Red carpet and road closures: Israel gears up for Trump’s arrival

Israel readies for US President Donald Trump’s Monday visit, as the first stage of the Gaza hostage release deal is set to begin.

ByPESACH BENSON/TPS

The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has completed preparations for the arrival of US President Donald Trump at Ben Gurion Airport.

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October 12, 2:56 PM

Israel to focus on destroying Hamas tunnel infrastructure after return of hostages

October 12, 2:15 PM

Abraham Accords may expand through strategic Gaza negotiation approach, former consul suggests

Dayan added that the Trump administration is unlikely to prevent Israel from enforcing Hamas’s disarmament.

ByMAARIV

Washington DC, USA - September 15, 2020: Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attend the Abraham Accords ceremony in The White House

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October 12, 2:15 PM

After ceasefire, Abbas’s PA may regain foothold in Gaza administration - report

An Arab diplomat stated there is currently a proposal for the next phase of the Trump Gaza plan involving the establishment of a Palestinian government in Gaza that is not affiliated with Hamas.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Palestinian Authority chair Mahmoud Abbas against backdrop of October 7 destruction and Palestinian flag. (illustration)

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October 12, 2:14 PM

WATCH: Soldiers detain Hamas supporters during Ramallah sweep

Seven others were also arrested over incitement to terror. 

October 12, 2:13 PM

Israel, Hamas not to participate in Gaza deal signing ceremony - report

“Hamas will not be involved in the signing process. Only mediators and American and Israeli officials will be present,” said Hussam Badran, a senior member of Hamas's political bureau.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Nitzan Alon shakes Qatari PM al-Thani's hand, reportedly after negotiations ended early Thursday morning.

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October 12, 2:12 PM

Kushner's diplomatic push leads to breakthrough in Hamas negotiations

US brought all sides into one room during Sharm el-Sheikh talks, forcing Hamas to engage directly and shifting mediation dynamics.

ByAMIR BOHBOT

: Businessman and former Senior Advisor to the President Doanld Trump Jared Kushner (L) and U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff chat on the tarmac on before First lady Melania Trump and U.S. President Donald Trump on July 13, 2025 in Teterboro, New Jersey.

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October 12, 2:11 PM

Hamas to release hostages 'by dawn on Monday' - report

Hamas will reportedly release all remaining hostages, living and deceased, by dawn on Monday, October 13, 2025. 

ByAMICHAI STEIN

Illustrative image of Hamas terrorists.

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