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World Aug 29

Frustrations rise in Israel as war endures and hostages remain in Gaza

Israel said it recovered the body of a hostage kidnapped and killed during Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks, along with the remains of another hostage it did not identify. The announcement was yet another reminder of how the country lives in…

World Feb 04

Nir Oz begins long process of rebuilding from Oct. 7 attacks

There are many kibbutzes that border Gaza and were attacked on Oct. 7 by Hamas. One with perhaps the highest death toll and greatest destruction is Nir Oz. As some of its members were released this past weekend after nearly…

World Dec 25

Why Northern Israel residents are hesitant about returning home after 14 months of war

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has brought relative calm in northern Israel, but the road to recovery is long. Tens of thousands have been displaced due to Hezbollah’s rocket attacks. Producer Karl Bostic traveled to Metula and Kiryat Shmona…

World Oct 08

Released Oct. 7 hostage reflects on traumatic kidnapping and finding her voice

One year on from the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, the war, pain, anguish and heartbreak continue. The memories of that day are no more acute than for those who survived both the attack and subsequent kidnapping into Gaza. Sapir Cohen…

World Oct 03

Fighting with Hezbollah creates more uncertainty for Israelis living near Lebanon border

A year ago, Hezbollah opened fire on northern Israel one day after the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks in what it called solidarity with Hamas. Soon after, the Israeli government evacuated more than 60,000 residents living near the border. Nick Schifrin…

World Sep 05

Displaced Israeli students start a new school year in the shadow of war

As children around the world are starting a new school year, some are returning in the shadow of war. More than 60,000 Israelis have been displaced from the northern border because of Hezbollah attacks. Nick Schifrin and producer Karl Bostic…

World Jul 01

Hezbollah strikes on northern Israel raise fears that full-fledged war could be next

A drone fired from Hezbollah injured 18 Israeli soldiers over the weekend. It's adding to fears that a full-fledged war could break out. More than 60,000 Israelis are still evacuated from the northern border with Lebanon and Secretary of State…

World Jun 12

Hezbollah rocket barrage into Israel raises fears about war in the north

In response to an Israeli strike that killed a senior commander, Hezbollah launched one of its largest salvos into northern Israel, sparking fires. Some 60,000 Israelis are displaced from the north. Nick Schifrin reports on what life is like for…

World Apr 26

Israelis mark Passover amid conflict, loss and trauma

This week, Jews around the world are observing Passover, the festival of liberation that marks the historic exodus from ancient Egypt. But this year, joy is tempered with loss and trauma. More than 160,000 Israelis will mark the holiday while…

World Apr 10

How Muslims in Jerusalem observed Ramadan and Eid amid 6 months of war in Gaza

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan has ended, and with it comes Eid al-Fitr, the holiday of breaking the fast. But in Jerusalem and the West Bank, the mood is subdued as fellow Palestinians struggle in Gaza with hunger, even…

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