The October 7 Massacre

Budapest becomes unexpected haven for Israelis as post–Oct. 7 migration surges

Graffiti is a common sight in some alleys of Budapest, but in the Jewish Quarter, visitors may also unexpectedly spot memorial stickers for fallen IDF soldiers and October 7 massacre victims.

Rabbi Shmuel Raskin and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
A "Ceasefire in Gaza" banner hangs in the window of an Amnesty International store in Lund, Sweden, June 11, 2024; illustrative.

Amnesty International accuses Hamas of crimes against humanity during Oct. 7 massacre

Freed hostage twins Gali and Ziv Berman attend an Israeli soccer match, Tel Aviv, November 9, 2025; illustrative.

Freed hostages Gali, Ziv Berman return to Festigal stage after 738 days in captivity - N12

A billboard in Times Square calls for the release of Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage in Gaza. (Screenshot)

Ran Gvili, last remaining Israeli hostage in Gaza, featured on two Times Square digital billboards


Rio de Janeiro law makes October 7 a memorial day for Israeli victims of Hamas

Proposed in 2024, the initiative means Hamas’s massacre is now formally recognized within the civic calendar.

Israeli flags and pictures symbolising victims are placed in Copacabana beach by NGO Rio de Paz, one month on from the October 7th attack by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil November 7, 2023. REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes

IDF carried out mission to locate former hostage Avera Mengistu a day before Oct. 7 - KAN

The mission reportedly failed to identify Mengistu, and also did not detect Hamas' preparations for an attack, sources familiar with the matter told KAN.

Avera Mengistu seen ahead of his release from Gaza, February 22, 2025

Bereaved families confront Netanyahu in court, demand for state commission of inquiry into Oct. 7

The emotional exchange briefly disrupted the hearing in Netanyahu’s criminal trial and underscored the growing public pressure on the government to authorize an independent investigation.

Former hostages Rom Braslavski and Nimrod Cohen speak alongside family members of hostages still held by Hamas at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, November 8, 2025

Israel Katz, IDF chief Eyal Zamir strike partial deal on October 7 probes, top appointments

The largest remaining issues are the fate of Tishler and the next Air Force chief, as well as the next defense attache in Washington.

 An illustrative image of Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

Israel has too much to lose to be afraid of condemning the Muslim Brotherhood - editorial

The Brotherhood does not only represent an alternative political ideology; all too often, it has served as a veil for radicalization and terror.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators take part in a national protest for Gaza, outside the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, October 4, 2025.

Likud MK advances October 7 investigation bill, expected to be voted in Knesset in coming weeks

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured that “the investigation committee will be equal between the coalition and the opposition."

Protests in Tel Aviv demanding a new October 7 state probe.

‘Under siege’: Creators describe rising antisemitism in Hollywood

Jewish creators behind Mad Men and The Americans describe the growing antisemitism that young artists face.

‘Mad Men’ creator Matthew Weiner at Jerusalem Sessions on Monday.

As Hanukkah approaches, a closer look at what keeps Jews strong – opinion

Amid rising threats, Hanukkah offers an opportunity to look at the strategies that shape Jewish continuity, identity, and strength.

Hanukkiot are on sale at the Mahaneh Yehuda market in Jerusalem. This Sunday, let’s ignite meaningful discussion as Jews start lighting Hanukkah candles, the writer suggests.

Display of Netanyahu's severed head 'incites public to murder PM', Likud says in official complaint

The complaint further criticized Israel Police, noting that officers were present at the scene, but did not intervene when the display was presented.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, in Jerusalem, on December 8, 2025

Revised haredi draft bill 'historic mistake,' security threat, Eisenkot warns Knesset panel

Additionally, former prime minister Naftali Bennett said if elected, he would cancel the government's haredi IDF exemption bill.

Gadi Eisenkot attends a Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, December 9, 2025.

The unattended farewell ceremony of a Thai murder victim - comment

No ministers were in attendance in this morning’s ceremony, nor were any foreign ambassadors. Though today was for a Thai national, it could have been anyone of their own.

Photo held of Thai farm worker Sudthisak Rinthalak, murdered by Hamas. Taken at his farewell ceremony.