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Yehud is thought to be held by Islamic Jihad, leading to apparent concern that Hamas may attempt to put off her release; IDF ...

Arbel Yehud was abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz on Oct. 7, 2023, and is reportedly being held in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza, by a Salafi group affiliated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Netanyahu speaks with mothers of the 3 hostages released Sunday, vows not to give up on other captives; Israeli envoy says ...

More than 250 foreign and Israeli hostages taken by Hamas in the 7 October attack, according to Israel, with 94 still in Gaza ...

Their names, faces and stories have resonated around the world, on posters and in prayers, since they were taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023. Now, some of the 98 remaining hostages abducted that day, when ...

Whether you’re a fan of the All Blacks, a follower of the women’s game or someone who watches every phase of play in the Premiership, our rugby features and news pieces will provide you with all of ...

One of the show’s main stars suggests that discussions are already underway in the writer’s room for a possible season 8. Tributes have been pouring in following the passing of legendary filmmaker ...