World Oct 27 Key things to know about Israel's election After polls close late Tuesday, the jostling for power is likely to begin — between parties small and big — to achieve a governing coalition and name the next prime minister. By Giovanna Dell'Orto, Associated Press
World Nov 17 Netanyahu announces government inquiry into Oct. 7 attack, prompting outrage and calls for independent probe Questions about the investigation's independence drew accusations Monday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to evade personal responsibility in the worst attack in Israel’s history. By Melanie Lidman, Associated Press
World Feb 04 Watch 6:56 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… By Nick Schifrin, Karl Bostic, Zeba Warsi
World Nov 13 Trump picks Mike Huckabee for ambassador to Israel. Here are 4 things to know Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has long rejected a Palestinian state in territory previously seized by Israel and has repeatedly signaled his staunch support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. By Adriana Gomez Licon, Associated Press
Oct 07 Countries worldwide commemorate anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel By Justin Spike, Associated Press On Monday, commemorations were held across Europe and elsewhere, with some leaders affirming Israel's right to defend itself while calling for a cease-fire in Gaza to prevent further civilian deaths. Continue reading
Oct 06 Watch 4:40 Israeli mother pleads for return of son held captive by Hamas a year after Oct. 7 attack By Nick Schifrin During the attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas militants abducted about 250 men, women and children and took them to Gaza. Since then, 117 have been freed and eight others rescued. For the loved ones of the more… Continue watching
Oct 04 One year later, Israeli survivors reflect on lingering toll of Oct. 7 By Leo Correa, Melanie Lidman, Associated Press One year after the Oct. 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas militants, Israeli survivors reflect on that day's lingering toll. Continue reading
Sep 03 Justice Department charges Hamas leader, other militants over Oct. 7 massacre in Israel By Eric Tucker, Associated Press The seven-count criminal complaint filed in federal court in New York City includes charges of conspiracy to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization, conspiracy to murder U.S. nationals and conspiracy to use weapons of mass destruction, resulting in… Continue reading
Aug 20 Bodies of 6 Israeli hostages recovered from Gaza By Julia Frankel, Associated Press The recovery of the remains is a blow to Hamas, which hopes to exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners, an Israeli withdrawal and a lasting cease-fire. But it was also likely to increase pressure on Israel's government to reach a deal. Continue reading