Israel October 17 Freed hostage laments Israeli fans being barred from UK soccer game over concerns of pro-Palestinian protests Former Hamas captive Emily Damari called Aston Villa's ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters antisemitic, comparing it to "No Jews allowed" signs at stadiums.
Olympics October 17 Indonesia denies Team Israel travel visas, prompting criticism by International Olympic Committee The International Olympic Committee criticized Indonesia after the country refused visas for Israeli gymnasts competing in the World Championships in Jakarta.
Media October 17 UK media regulator finds BBC in 'serious breach' of rules for documentary featuring son of Hamas terrorist The United Kingdom's media regulator found the BBC in "serious breach" of rules after the broadcaster featured the son of a Hamas official as the narrator in a documentary.
Louisiana October 17 FBI arrests alleged pro-Hamas Oct. 7 attacker living in Louisiana The FBI has arrested a suspect in Louisiana, identified as Mahmoud Amin Ya'qub Al-Muhtadi, who allegedly participated in Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel.
Israel October 17 Hamas defends executions of Palestinians after Trump issues stern warning to terror group After Trump’s threat, Hamas official Mohammed Nazzal defends the recent executions of Palestinians in Gaza as the group seeks to settle scores with opponents.
Kai Trump October 17 Kai Trump 'proud' of grandfather after president oversees historic Gaza ceasefire: 'He’s doing amazing things' President Donald Trump’s granddaughter expressed her support for him after he facilitated the historic Israel-Hamas ceasefire that led to the release of the remaining 20 living hostages.
Politics October 17 Rep. Elise Stefanik labels NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani a 'jihadist' U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican from New York, has assailed New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as a "jihadist" and "raging antisemite."
Media October 17 Celebrities who called for ceasefire in Gaza face scrutiny after Trump peace deal breakthrough President Donald Trump's Israel-Hamas ceasefire draws mixed reactions from Hollywood activists, with some staying silent while others question the peace agreement's terms.
Opinion October 17 The deafening silence of the ‘Free Palestine’ movement after the Gaza ceasefire Gaza ceasefire creates unexpected quiet among Free Palestine supporters as moral identity conflicts with acknowledging incremental progress in activism.
Israel October 16 Hamas captors once held ordinary jobs — ‘teachers and doctors,’ says ex-Israeli hostage Israeli hostage Tal Shoham describes increased faith and gratitude after enduring torture and starvation during 500 days held by Hamas in Gaza tunnels.
Israel October 16 White House considers cash rewards for Gazans aiding search for slain hostages U.S. officials detail plans for rewards to help locate missing hostage bodies in Gaza while addressing Hamas executions and creating safe zones for Palestinians.