# Israel
Latest news and articles about Israel
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Tel Aviv Families Switch Off Hostage Clock as Last Remains Return
Families in Tel Aviv ceremonially switched off a high-profile clock in front of the Defense Ministry on January 27 after the Israeli military announced the return of the last person taken to Gaza. The shutdown marks a symbolic end to a public campaign demanding a ceasefire and the return of hostages, even as tough questions about accountability, the war’s conduct and Gaza’s future remain.
Israeli Woman Shocked to See Her Photo Used as a Dead Victim in Report on Iranian Protests
An Israeli woman, Noa Zion, discovered Channel 12 had used her photograph in a news segment that portrayed her as a casualty of protests in Iran. She posted video proof that she was alive, sparking social media debate about media verification and the potential consequences of misidentified images amid tense Israeli–Iranian relations.
Iran Vows Forceful Response to Any Attack, Blames U.S. and Israel for Sabotaging Talks
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman warned that the country’s armed forces will fully respond to any aggression and accused the United States and Israel of sabotaging negotiations. While professing openness to diplomacy, Tehran stressed it would resist if war were imposed and framed the stance as defending the survival of the state.
Israel Probe Finds 'Systemic Flaws' in Arms Procurement, Raising Security and Political Alarms
A government committee found systemic defects in Israel's military procurement processes after reviewing German submarine and corvette deals, renewing past bribery allegations linked to Thyssenkrupp and an associate of Prime Minister Netanyahu. The report also criticised Israel's chaotic handling of Germany's sale of submarines to Egypt and recommended formal procedures requiring expert input on arms decisions.
Hezbollah Holds Mass Rally in Beirut to Signal Readiness to Defend Iran, Warning of Wider Regional War
Hezbollah held a large rally in Beirut on January 26 to publicly back Iran and warn that it would not remain neutral if Israel or the United States launched military action against Tehran. The demonstration underlines Hezbollah's role as both a domestic political force and a regional military actor, increasing the risk that any confrontation with Iran could spill across the Levant.
Israel Says Last Remains of Gaza Captives Returned, Raising Stakes Over Rafah and Ceasefire Implementation
Israel announced that the final body of an Israeli captive held in Gaza, identified as La'an Gvili, has been recovered and returned, completing the returns of persons and remains from Gaza. Hamas acknowledged efforts to locate the body while demanding full implementation of the ceasefire, including opening the Rafah crossing and Israeli withdrawal, complicating the humanitarian and political calculus.
Hamas Says It Has Handed Over Israeli Detainees and Remains, Urges Israel to Honor Ceasefire Commitments
Hamas’s armed wing says it has handed over all surviving Israeli detainees and the bodies it held to mediators, urging Israel to honor ceasefire commitments. Israel confirms ongoing searches for the last missing body in northern Gaza, while verification and political tensions leave the ceasefire’s durability in doubt.
A $1 Billion Seat and an Uninvited Chair: U.S. 'Peace Committee' Deepens Rift with Israel over Gaza
The U.S. initiative to launch a Gaza 'peace committee' chaired by President Trump, featuring a controversial $1 billion offer for permanent seats and a roster including Turkey and Qatar, has triggered a rare public rebuke from Israel. Deep disagreements over who should oversee Gaza, the scope of demilitarization, and the legitimacy of parallel technocratic bodies leave reconstruction and long‑term peace prospects tenuous.
U.S. CENTCOM Commander Visits Israel as High‑Level American Delegation Heads to Jerusalem
CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper visited Israel on 24 January, with U.S. media and Israeli broadcasters reporting his arrival and the presence of a high‑level U.S. delegation. The combined military and diplomatic visit signals Washington’s continued operational coordination and political engagement with Israel amid persistent regional tensions.
Iran Parades 'Witness' Armed Drones It Says Saw Action in Clash with Israel
Iran publicly showcased its domestically produced "Witness" series of drones, displaying models it says were used in last June's direct clash with Israel. The demonstration blends technical claims with psychological signalling and underlines the growing operational and geopolitical importance of Iranian unmanned systems in the region.
Iran Says Cities Calm After Protests; Tehran Blames Israel and U.S. as Turkey Urges Stability
Iran’s parliamentary speaker told Turkey that nationwide calm has been restored after recent unrest, blaming the disturbances on Israeli and U.S. backing for ‘‘terrorists.’’ Turkey urged continued stability, while Washington’s warnings of possible intervention and Tehran’s external-conspiracy narrative deepen polarization and raise the risk of further escalation.
Hamas Says It Has Supplied Information on Last Israeli Deceased; Accuses Israel of Obstructing Search Efforts
Hamas says it has provided all information it holds on the remains of the last Israeli detainee and accuses Israel of obstructing searches in areas behind the "yellow line." Mediators must verify the information and secure access for search teams; how that process unfolds will affect ceasefire implementation, hostage‑return mechanics and humanitarian operations.