111 of those released were Gazans detained after October 7, 2023. Out of 72 security prisoners released, 18 were given life sentences

Last week, a major drag festival in central Tel Aviv attracted thousands of attendees. Despite the absence of international performers and a lack of support from gay politicians, the drag queens and kings remained undeterred and raised awareness of HIV

The new prime minister pledged to implement UN Resolution 1701, mandating a cease-fire with Israel, the withdrawal of armed groups from southern Lebanon, and the reinforcement of the Lebanese army in the region

ISRAEL: U.S. Secretary of State Rubio set to visit Israel, Middle East next week ■ GAZA: Netanyahu tells reporters 'If the Gazans want to leave, they should be allowed to leave' ■ ICC: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Trump sanctions on ICC are 'the wrong tool' ■ LEBANON: Hezbollah condemns U.S. deputy Middle East envoy's statement on U.S. position calling to exclude group from Lebanese gov't

ISRAEL: U.S. Secretary of State Rubio set to visit Israel, Middle East next week ■ GAZA: Netanyahu tells reporters 'If the Gazans want to leave, they should be allowed to leave' ■ ICC: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Trump sanctions on ICC are 'the wrong tool' ■ LEBANON: Hezbollah condemns U.S. deputy Middle East envoy's statement on U.S. position calling to exclude group from Lebanese gov't

State commissions of inquiry don't oust prime ministers, but are the only tool in Israel to investigate failures and also the only one the public still believes in. Why is Netanyahu so afraid of the process?

The three hostages released Saturday appeared gaunt and pale, with families fearing time is running out. 'Netanyahu, do you see what they look like?' asked one mother, adding, 'Do you see the consequences of your obstructions?'