Israel's secular population is underestimating the severity of the threat to their way of life, says Yair Littman Nehorai, a lawyer who's devoted his life to battling messianic extremism

Einav Zangauker, whose son Matan is held in captivity, addressed Netanyahu, saying, 'If you conquer parts of the Gaza Strip and hostages are murdered, we will haunt you'

Government supporters are wrong in believing that the IDF is omnipotent and can both conquer Gaza and return the hostages if it wants to

Groups like the AJC and ADL, which usually avoid criticizing Netanyahu's government, warned of loss of life, domestic strife and repercussions for Israel abroad. Earlier Friday, the security cabinet approved occupying Gaza City

Despite video footage showing the shooting of Awdah Hathaleen, the gunman, Yinon Levi, is no longer in custody a week and a half later. Instead, he's back at the scene of the crime. Meanwhile, 21 Palestinians were arrested and the victim's body was held until Thursday by the Israeli authorities

As war and tragedy rage on, one seemingly marginal event stands out: the demolition of a structure housing the Palestinian seed bank

A year and 10 months after October 7, Osnat Getz, aunt of hostage Omer Neutra, struggles to understand how plans to capture Gaza City will lead to the ultimate goal. 'I don't see what we can achieve, other than more families joining the circle of bereavement'