This is the Nazi organization of Hamas - Report from Abu Kabir forensic institute: The terrorists strangled Kfir and Ariel to death, then brutally mutilated their bodies in an attempt to make it appear as if they had been killed by the Israeli Air Force. Despite the horrific condition of the bodies, forensic investigators unanimously determined that Kfir and Ariel were cold-bloodedly murdered approximately 10 days after October 7th, 2023.

U.S. Issues Ultimatum to Hamas Over Hostages and Remains: Return Shiri Bibas and All Hostages or ‘Face Total Annihilation’ - In a high-stakes interview with CNN’s Anderson Cooper, the Trump administration’s representative for hostage affairs, Adam Buehler, delivered a stern warning to Hamas. Condemning the group’s decision to transfer a body that was not that of Shiri Bibas, Buehler called the act “shocking” and a “violation of the agreement.” He demanded the immediate release of Bibas’s remains, as well as the bodies of four Americans still held by the group. “You need to release her body immediately and the bodies of four Americans that are still there, and we have one American, Edan Alexander—he needs to come home,” Buehler declared. “And if I were them, I’d release everybody, or they’re gonna face total annihilation right now.”

During a visit to the Tulkarem refugee camp in Judea and Samaria this morning, Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the previous day’s bus bombings in Bat Yam “will not deter us.” -  “We are at war with radical Islamic terrorism, and we will win—here, in Gaza, and everywhere,” he declared, emphasizing that he has directed the military to intensify counter-terror operations throughout Judea and Samaria. Addressing the hundreds of Arab terrorists released to Judea and Samaria as part of the hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas, Katz issued a stark warning: “We are watching you. Anyone involved in terrorism will be hunted down and eliminated.”

Hamas official Ismail al-Thawabteh told Reuters that Shiri Bibas’s body was “turned into pieces,” allegedly mixed with other remains under the rubble, while repeating Hamas’s claim that Israel was responsible for her death - The terror group insists that Shiri and her two sons, Ariel and Kfir, were killed in an Israeli airstrike. However, forensic evidence and intelligence gathered by the IDF indicate that the young boys were brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists in November 2023. Israeli officials stated that the remains returned in a coffin labeled with Shiri’s face actually belonged to an unidentified Gazan woman. Authorities at the Abu Kabir forensic institute determined with certainty that the body did not belong to Shiri. It was clothed, examined multiple times, and subjected to DNA testing, which confirmed no match with Shiri or any other female hostages still in Hamas captivity.

Op-Ed: This Was Never Just About 2 Children - This op-ed argues that the Bibas brothers' kidnapping reflects a broader war on Israel's existence, not just a single incident. It critiques global hypocrisy and inaction, emphasizing that Hamas’s actions target Jewish survival, beyond the fate of two children.

After Murdering Bibas Children, Hamas Claims Mother’s Remains Were ‘Mixed Up’ - Hamas returned the bodies of Kfir and Ariel Bibas, murdered in captivity, but the body claimed as their mother, Shiri, was an unidentified Gazan woman. Hamas alleges her remains were mixed up in airstrike rubble, a claim Israel rejects.

Wild footage shows the terrorist placing a bomb on one of the buses in Bat Yam, Israel, yesterday - The Shin Bet, IDF, and Israel Police are on high alert and investigating the attempted coordinated bombing attack. Many soldiers have reportedly been called back to their bases to strengthen security inside Israel’s borders.

Red Cross Under Fire for Granting Hamas Legitimacy - The Red Cross faces backlash for allegedly legitimizing Hamas by participating in a staged hostage release on February 19, 2025, in Rafah. Critics, including Israeli officials, slam the ICRC for signing Hamas documents and not protecting hostages from mobs.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu- “The State of Israel bows its head in mourning for two small children, tender infants, brothers—Ariel and Kfir Bibas, of blessed memory, and for Oded Lipschitz, of blessed memory, one of the founders of Kibbutz Nir Oz. All three were brutally murdered in Hamas captivity during the first weeks of the war. The cruelty of the Hamas monsters knows no bounds.Not only did they abduct the father, Yarden Bibas, the young mother, Shiri, and their two little children, but in an unfathomable act of cynicism, they refused to return Shiri alongside her young, angelic children and instead placed the body of a Gazan woman in a coffin.We will act with determination to bring Shiri home, along with all our hostages—both the living and the fallen—and we will ensure that Hamas pays the full price for this brutal and wicked breach of the agreement. May the sacred memory of Oded Lipschitz and of Ariel and Kfir Bibas be forever engraved in the heart of the nation. May God avenge their blood. And we will avenge them too.”

After the identification process was completed by the National Institute of Forensic Medicine in collaboration with the Israel Police, IDF representatives informed the Bibas family that their loved ones, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, have been identified. According to assessments by professional authorities, based on available intelligence and forensic findings from the identification process, Ariel and Kfir Bibas were brutally murdered in captivity in November 2023 by terrorists. During the identification process, it was determined that the additional body received was not that of Shiri Bibas and did not match any other hostage. The body remains unidentified. This constitutes a severe violation by the Hamas terrorist organization, which is obligated under the agreement to return four deceased hostages. We demand that Hamas return Shiri along with all our hostages.Ariel Bibas, four years old at the time of his death, and Kfir Bibas, ten months old at the time of his death, were kidnapped along with their mother, Shiri Bibas, from their home in Nir Oz. Yarden Bibas, the father of the family, had gone out to protect them and was kidnapped before Shiri and the children. Yarden was returned as part of the hostage release agreement on February 1, 2025. We share in the deep sorrow of the Bibas family in this painful time and will continue to make every effort to bring Shiri and all the remaining hostages home as soon as possible.

Israel Police to investigate the explosive device incidents in Bat Yam. Following the situational assessment, the IDF’s intensified counterterrorism operations in Judea and Samaria will continue and will be adjusted based on intelligence findings. Additionally, the IDF has blocked entry points to certain areas of Judea and Samaria as needed. After a situational assessment, Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi instructed the military to assist the Israel Police as necessary and to reinforce security operations along the Seam Line.

Kash Patel Has Been Confirmed as the 9th Director of the FBI - Kash Patel has been confirmed as the 9th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in a 51-49 vote. In his statement, Patel vowed to restore public trust in the FBI, end political bias, and let “good cops be cops.” He emphasized his commitment to transparency, accountability, and justice.

Summary of the Terror Incident in Bat Yam and Holon – Four Explosive Devices Planted on Buses - At approximately 20:15 today, a report was received about an explosion on a bus at a bus depot in Bat Yam. Shortly after, additional reports came in regarding another bus explosion at the same location. Large police forces arrived at the scene, secured the area, and began searching for suspects. Further reports were received about another explosion on a bus in Holon, along with an additional explosive device found there. Several other suspicious objects were examined by bomb disposal units and were determined not to be threats.Police forces and emergency response teams are deployed across Bat Yam and Holon. Bomb disposal experts are handling the detected explosives, and all buses are being thoroughly inspected to rule out any additional threats. The Police Commissioner and the Tel Aviv District Commander conducted a situational assessment at the scene. The district commander has instructed security forces to increase their presence in crowded areas. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious objects to the police emergency line at 100.

HIGH ALERT - 🚨 Ben Gurion Airport tightens security measures: Authorities have instructed security to thoroughly examine all individuals entering the airport.

Prime Minister’s Office: Prime Minister Netanyahu is receiving continuous updates from his military secretary regarding the explosive device incidents in Gush Dan and will hold a security assessment shortly. 

CENTRAL ISRAEL ON HIGH ALERT: CCTV shows the alleged terrorist who planted the bus bombs. A third bus has reportedly also exploded in the area. No reports of casualties. Three buses have been targeted in the Bat Yam area thus far. Israeli bus drivers have been ordered to pull over immediately and scan their buses for bombs before continuing. Security assessments: The explosives were intended to detonate at 9 AM, not 9 PM. -Suspected additional explosive device on Highway 1. -Police have raised the alert level to the highest in the area. Residents of Gush Dan are urged to remain vigilant. -Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the IDF to escalate operations against terrorist infrastructure in refugee camps across Judea and Samaria in response to today’s attempted attacks in the Dan Region. He stated: “We will hunt down those responsible and dismantle terror networks—anyone who harbors terrorists will pay a heavy price.” -The attack was not prevented or thwarted—it simply failed. Most of the explosives detonated without interference, and had there been passengers on the buses, we could have been loading body bags onto milk trucks. - Yinon Shalom Yitach – Military & Security

Beirut Shuts Down for Hezbollah Leader’s Funeral - Beirut is set to close on February 23, 2025, for Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s funeral after his death in an Israeli airstrike. Tens of thousands are expected to attend, with tightened security and a speech by Naim Qassem planned.

Israel Confirms Identity of Hostage Oded Lifshitz’s Body After Hamas Returns Him in Coffin - Israel confirmed the identity of Oded Lifshitz’s body, returned by Hamas on February 20, 2025, after 503 days in captivity. The 83-year-old peace activist from Kibbutz Nir Oz was murdered by Islamic Jihad, leaving his family in mourning.

Reports claim that an explosion has occurred on an empty city bus in the central Israeli city of Bat Yam - Authorities are checking if the blast was caused by a bomb; circulating reports say bus drivers in the vicinity are being asked to check their buses for suspicious items.

Israel Bans Entry to October 7 and Holocaust Deniers - Israel’s Knesset unanimously passed a law on February 19, 2025, barring entry to non-citizens who deny the October 7 massacre or Holocaust, or support prosecuting Israeli security personnel internationally. It expands a 2017 boycott ban.

President Trump Reportedly Calls for Gaza to Be Wiped Out After Return of Bibas Bodies - Trump allegedly told advisors he wants Gaza “wiped out” with no buildings left, per Channel 14, after Hamas released the Bibas family’s remains amid ceasefire tensions.

Argentina to Declare National Day of Mourning for Slain Bibas Family - Argentina has announced plans to observe a national day of mourning in honor of the Bibas family, who were tragically killed. This gesture reflects the country’s solidarity and sympathy towards the victims and their loved ones.

Damascus’s Ancient Synagogue Echoes with Prayer Again After Decades of Silence - After more than three decades in the United States, Rabbi Yusuf Hamra and his son Henry returned to Damascus, Syria, as part of a delegation organized by the Syrian Emergency Task Force. During their visit, they prayed in the long-neglected al-Franj Synagogue, located in the Jewish quarter of Damascus. This synagogue, also known as the Elfrange Synagogue, is the last functioning synagogue in Syria and was originally established by Sephardic Jews in the late 15th century. The Hamras’ return symbolizes a hopeful step towards the revival of Jewish heritage in the region.

Hamas Parades Dead Hostages in Depraved Propaganda Spectacle - Hamas staged a public handover of four deceased Israeli hostages, including the Bibas family and 83-year-old Oded Lifshitz, in Bani Suheila. The event featured coffins draped in Israeli flags and a backdrop depicting Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu as Dracula, drawing widespread condemnation for its inhumanity. 

Israel to Free Killer of American-Israeli Hero Ari Fuld - Israel has announced plans to release the individual convicted of murdering American-Israeli activist Ari Fuld. This decision has sparked significant controversy and debate within both Israeli and international communities.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu - “My brothers and sisters, dear citizens of Israel, On this day, we are all united. We are all united in unbearable grief. Every home in Israel bows its head today. We bow our heads in mourning for the terrible loss of our four hostages. We all share a pain that is mixed with fury. We are all enraged at the monsters of Hamas. The four coffins of our loved ones compel us more than ever to ensure, to swear, that what happened on October 7th will never happen again. The voices of our loved ones cry out to us from the earth. They demand that we hold their vile murderers to account – and we will. ‘O God of vengeance, O God of vengeance, shine forth.’ Our hearts are broken, but our spirit is unshaken. And with this spirit: we will bring back all our hostages, we will eliminate the murderers, we will destroy Hamas, and together – with God’s help – we will secure our future.”

The Israel Police are solemnly escorting the coffins of the deceased hostages to the National Center of Forensic Medicine for final identification.

IDF forces received the coffins of the murdered hostages in Gaza. 

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Israelis stood in solemn silence, holding national flags as they lined the route to pay tribute to the four.

A police convoy transported the bodies of four Israeli hostages, murdered in Hamas captivity, from Gaza to Israel for official identification ahead of their proper burial. As the convoy passed, Israeli police officers honored them with a show of respect. The families will be informed after identification and have requested the public to await official confirmation.

As the convoy transporting the bodies of four murdered Israeli hostages entered Israel, police officers stood at attention and saluted in tribute.

“Innocent civilians” in Gaza brought babies to watch other babies in body bags. Their cruelty knows no bounds.

The bodies of four Israeli hostages, who were slain and handed over by Hamas earlier in the day, were transported across the border from Gaza back into Israel—503 days after they were abducted by Hamas-led terrorists. A convoy of IDF vehicles, escorted by Israel Police, then transported the remains to the Abu Kabir forensic institute in central Israel for identification.

The IDF reported that the four caskets handed over by the Red Cross, believed to contain the bodies of Israeli hostages, underwent a thorough security inspection to ensure they were not booby-trapped. Troops carefully examined the locks to confirm they could be opened, preventing any delays upon arrival at the Abu Kabir forensic institute for identification. Once the security checks were completed, a military ceremony in honor of the fallen hostages took place, led by IDF Chief Rabbi Brig. Gen. Eyal Karim. The bodies, draped in Israeli flags, were honored as soldiers stood at attention and saluted. Karim recited Psalm 83 before the caskets were carried into military vehicles for transport to Israel. Footage from the ceremony was recorded but remained subject to approval by the hostages’ families before any potential release.

In Khan Younis, Hamas staged an event where its operatives unveiled four coffins that had been hidden behind a curtain, containing the bodies of Israeli hostages. - Hamas claimed the remains belonged to Shiri Bibas, her two young children Ariel and Kfir, and Oded Lifshitz. Each coffin was marked with the hostage’s photo and a propaganda message.A large banner on stage accused Israel of causing their deaths, while Hamas displayed munitions it alleged had been used by Israeli forces. Red Cross vehicles arrived to retrieve the bodies and transfer them to the IDF in Gaza.

At Hamas’ cynical and disgraceful ceremony in Khan Yunis, convicted murderers serving life sentences who were released as part of the current deal and deported to Gaza are participating—including Mohammed Abu Warda, who has the blood of 45 Israelis on his hands. - Doron Kadosh

The horrifying stage that Hamas prepared ahead of today’s return of the murdered hostages.

In pouring rain: Dozens of Israelis wait for the coffins of the four murdered Israelis from the vile hands of Hamas.

Former Hamas Hostage Emily Damari Returns to Western Wall in Prayer for Remaining Captives - Former  Hostage Emily Damari Returns to Western Wall in Prayer for Remaining Captives After 471 days in captivity, Emily Damari visited the Western Wall, the site that once gave her hope through a stolen radio broadcast on Yom Kippur. “In the darkness and isolation, I had one moment of light,” she recalled. “On the eve of Yom Kippur, I managed to listen to the radio. I was moved to hear the Selichot prayers broadcast from the Western Wall plaza and the prayers they offered for us. It gave me strength. It gave me hope.”

PM Netanyahu: “Tomorrow Will Be a Wrenching Day for Israel” - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation ahead of the return of four deceased hostages—Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas, and Oded Lifshitz—saying: “Tomorrow will be a very difficult day for the State of Israel. A wrenching day, a day of grief. We are bringing home four of our beloved hostages, deceased. We embrace the families, and the heart of the entire nation is torn. My own heart is torn. So is yours.” 🕯️ May their memories be a blessing.

 Israeli Hostages Confirmed Dead, Families Notified - Shiri Bibas, her young sons Ariel and Kfir Bibas, and Oded Lifshitz have been officially pronounced dead by Israel. Their families have been notified, and their bodies will be returned to Israel tomorrow. The four were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7 from their homes in Kibbutz Nir Oz.

*Hillel Biton Rosen - BREAKING:* Suspected terror attack in Jerusalem – an elderly woman was reportedly attacked, likely by an Arab, in the Old City’s Jewish Quarter on Or HaChaim Street. The attacker fled the scene. The woman is in serious condition.

Israeli defense officials report that undercover Border Police officers eliminated three Arab terrorists in the Far’a camp in Samaria. - According to a joint statement from the IDF, Shin Bet, and police, the operatives were involved in arms smuggling. Two additional wanted terrorists were arrested during the operation. Following the shooting, security forces searched the area, uncovering a dismantled M16 assault rifle buried underground, along with other weapons. A handgun was also discovered on one of the deceased terrorists, police said.

Defense Minister Israel Katz has selected Maj. Gen. Amir Baram, the outgoing IDF Deputy Chief of Staff, to serve as the new director general of the Defense Ministry.

Israeli officials have confirmed that Hamas is expected to return the bodies of four slain hostages tomorrow: Shiri Bibas, her two young sons, Ariel and Kfir, and Oded Lifshitz. Their families have been informed.

Flawed Data Led to ICC Warrants Against Israeli Leaders - The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, based on allegations of deliberate starvation in Gaza. However, UK Lawyers for Israel Charitable Trust (UKLFI) contends that these claims are founded on misapplied definitions and inaccurate data, challenging the validity of the ICC’s evidence.

$142 Million in Blood Money Awaits Freed Palestinian Terrorists - Recently released Palestinian terrorists have collectively received $142 million from the Palestinian Authority’s “pay-for-slay” program, rewarding them for attacks on Israelis. Some individuals amassed over $600,000 during their imprisonment, highlighting the financial incentives tied to such acts.

Trump Stops US Funding of PA Security Forces - In November 2019, President Donald Trump rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request to transfer $12 million to Palestinian Authority (PA) security forces. This decision was part of a broader cessation of U.S. aid to the PA, following the enactment of the Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act (ATCA) in 2018, which allowed Americans to sue foreign aid recipients over alleged complicity in “acts of war.” Consequently, the PA requested the halt of over $60 million in annual U.S. funds to its security services to avoid potential lawsuits.

IDF forces disguised as women in Qalqilya: According to reports, Israeli forces, likely in disguise, have surrounded a house in the city. Arab sources claim the operation involves an undercover IDF unit.

Schumer Blames Toronto Delta Crash on Trump FAA Cuts - Senator Chuck Schumer has attributed a recent Delta Air Lines crash in Toronto to President Trump’s FAA workforce reductions. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Schumer’s remarks, noting the incident occurred under Canadian air traffic control and that no U.S. air traffic controllers were dismissed. The crash, involving a flight from Minneapolis, resulted in no fatalities among the 80 passengers.

Jerusalem: City authorities are gearing up for the upcoming winter storm, deploying snowplows and salt spreaders in preparation for the weekend’s weather.

Rubio Tours UAE Complex Housing Three Abrahamic Faiths - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi, a unique complex uniting a synagogue, mosque, and church. During his visit, Rubio met with UAE leaders to discuss regional issues, including the displacement of Palestinians and potential peace talks for the Ukraine conflict.

Fiji To Make History as Seventh Nation With Jerusalem Embassy - Fiji has announced plans to open an embassy in Jerusalem, joining six other nations with embassies in Israel’s capital. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar thanked Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka for this decision. The move follows discussions at the Munich Security Conference.

Message from Nimrod Cohen: His father said today that they received a sign of life from him through the freed hostages who returned. “I’m okay, don’t worry about me, I love you.”

Clashes in New York between pro-Israel and pro-Hamas protesters.

The terrorist who attempted to seize a weapon from Border Police officers in Judea and Samaria - Last night, during a break at a gas station, a terrorist attacked a Border Police officer and attempted to snatch his weapon. The officers overpowered the terrorist, a 20-year-old illegal resident from Hebron, and arrested him for further investigation by the police.

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