<p>Defense Minister Israel Katz condemned statements by world leaders regarding recognizing a Palestinian State and sent a warning to Hamas.</p><p>"We are making immense efforts to secure the release of the hostages, while exerting heavy pressure on Hamas in Gaza," Katz wrote in a statement.</p><p>"Statements by Macron and other leaders give Hamas a tailwind and harden its position," he added.</p><p>He warned: "If Hamas does not announce the release of the hostages soon — it will pay a very heavy price."</p>

Russia's towering Klyuchevskoy Volcano has erupted following a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked the Kamchatka Peninsula. The volcano spewed lava and ash into the sky, prompting urgent evacuations and flight alerts

Finance Minister admits that he is not satisfied with the recent moves in Gaza but estimates that Israel is making progress towards achieving the goals that were set for the war.

The al-Matouk case is not an anomaly but rather the latest chapter in a decades-long pattern. Opinion.

From the days of the early halakhic authorities, Jewish communities refrained from eating meat and drinking wine during the days of mourning over the Temples' destruction.

British hostage families urge UK to halt recognition plan until all captives are freed, warning it may embolden Hamas and delay their release.

UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese says US sanctions over her anti-Israel stance have seriously disrupted her finances and personal life, calling the move 'dangerous.'

<p>Hezbollah's deputy leader, Sheikh Naim Qassem, gave a speech today (Wednesday) in which he claimed that Hezbollah's weapons are intended for the struggle against Israel and not for use in Lebanon's internal affairs.</p><p>"We are willing to discuss disarmament, but only as part of Lebanon's overall strength. Anyone demanding that we hand over our weapons now is essentially asking us to hand them over to Israel — and we are not willing to do that," Qassem said.</p>