The January 2025 Israel-Hamas hostage agreement resulted in the release of multiple Israeli hostages after over 470 days of brutal captivity in Gaza, where they endured extreme conditions such as isolation, malnutrition, and untreated injuries. Survivors like Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonen shared shocking accounts of their time in Hamas tunnels, while recently freed soldiers Karina Ariev and Daniella Gilboa faced forced labor and severe psychological trauma. As Israel works to secure the return of the remaining hostages, global attention is focused on the ongoing humanitarian and geopolitical crisis in Gaza.
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Freed Israeli Hostages: What They Endured in Captivity and How They Survived
The Gaza-Auschwitz Comparison: A Moral Failure
Replacing the memory of the Holocaust with that of other struggles—even legitimate ones—poses a grave threat and betrays the spirit of "Never again," which was meant as a universal call for vigilance, not as a pretext for contemporary hostility toward Jews.
Who are the Palestinian Prisoners Freed in the Israel-Hamas Deal?
Israel releases names of 250 Palestinian security prisoners under the U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal. The swap includes Hamas, PIJ, Fatah, and PFLP members, while key figures like Marwan Barghouti remain excluded. Over 1,900 prisoners are set for exchange for 33 hostages as part of the 20-Point Peace Plan.
What’s Next for Syria and What’s at Stake for Israel, America, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and More
Will Syria’s alliance of disparate rebel groups be able to ensure prosperity and peaceful coexistence in Syria and the surrounding region? Experts from AJC’s Center for a New Middle East in Washington D.C., AJC Jerusalem, and AJC Abu Dhabi shared what they see from their vantage points.
What to Know About the Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire, and What’s Next
On November 26, Israel’s security cabinet approved a U.S.-brokered 60-day ceasefire agreement that involves the Iranian-backed terror proxy Hezbollah that will go into effect on November 27 at 10 a.m. local time, marking a temporary halt to over a year of violent conflict. Here is what you need to know.
What to Know About Hezbollah’s Escalation Against Israel
Amid the Israel-Hamas War, fears of a wider conflict with Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed terror group in Lebanon, are increasing as cross-border fighting has intensified.
What to Know About President-Elect Trump on Antisemitism, Israel, and Iran Policy
Donald J. Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on November 5, 2024, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris. His record includes strong support for Israel, highlighted by initiatives such as recognizing Jerusalem as its capital, advocating for expanded peace agreements like the Abraham Accords, and taking a firm stance on Iran with sanctions and military actions. Trump has pledged to make advancing the Abraham Accords a top priority and maintain a rigorous approach to countering Iranian influence in the region.
Update: Everything You Need to Know About Rafah, Its Importance to Hamas, and Protecting Its Civilian Population
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Hamas terrorists remaining in the southern Gaza city of Rafah will be the next objective of the war. As long as Hamas operates from Rafah, Israelis are in danger of rocket fire and a reoccurrence of October 7.
Who Is Ta-Nehisi Coates? 5 Things to Know About His Controversial New Book on Israel
Who is Ta-Nehisi Coates? And what is Ta-Nehisi Coates famous for? A celebrated writer and public intellectual known for his works on race in America, he has recently stirred controversy with his new book, The Message.
5 Things to Know About Hamas Terror Leader Yahya Sinwar, ‘The Architect of October 7’
Known as the mastermind behind the October 7 Hamas massacre that killed over 1,200 Israelis and took over 250 hostages, Yahya Sinwar was one of the most wanted terrorists. On October 17, 2024, Israeli officials announced the IDF killed Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in the southern Gaza Strip.
What You Should Know About UNIFIL, UN Resolution 1701, and Southern Lebanon
There is a renewed interest in the 18-year-old United Nations Resolution 1701, which was intended to demilitarize the border between Israel and Lebanon, but faces one critical obstacle: Hezbollah and its state sponsor Iran.
5 Jewish Stories of Post-October 7 Strength on U.S. Campuses
Thousands of Jewish students have modeled resilience and strength in the face of exclusion and harassment since the October 7 attack on Israel. Hear are the stories of five such Jewish college students.
11 Essential Resources on the One-Year Anniversary of October 7
Here is a collection of 11 resources that all advocates for Israel and the Jewish people need to know as we mark the anniversary of October 7.
Tracking Which Nations Have Condemned the Iranian Regime's Ballistic Missile Attack on Israel
On October 1, 2024 millions of Israelis rushed to bomb shelters as the Iranian regime launched the largest ballistic missiles ever at Israel. Here are the countries that have condemned the Iranian regime's ballistic missile attack on Israel.
At the UN General Assembly: Jason Isaacson Highlights Israel's Challenges and the Fight Against Antisemitism
Jason Isaacson, AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer, joins us to share insights on the key priorities from the sidelines of this year's UN General Assembly.
Top 5 AJC Action Items at the United Nations General Assembly
World leaders will gather at the United Nations on September 24 to open the 79th session of the General Assembly. This year’s meetings come amid the unprecedented backdrop of Israel’s seven-front defensive war against Iran and its terror proxies and the surge of antisemitism since Hamas’ October 7 massacre of over 1,200 people and kidnapping of more than 250 hostages, 101 of whom remain in captivity. Here are the top five action items that AJC, the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, is advocating as the UN General Assembly kicks off.
The Houthis, Explained: Why Iran-Backed Terror Group Are Striking Israel and Threatening Global Trade
Who are the Houthis in Yemen? The Houthis are an extremist Shia-Islamist movement and terrorist army. acked by Iran, this organization controls approximately one-third of Yemen’s territory and more than two-thirds of the country’s population. It has emerged as a prominent player in the Israel-Hamas war, which began on October 7 with a mass murder attack by Hamas on Israelis.
Guidance for University Administrators on the Anniversary of October 7
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, is offering guidance to university administrators on how to prepare for the anniversary of October 7 on their campuses; proactively anticipate the needs of Jewish students; ensure there are safeguards and resources in place for them; and troubleshoot potential problems.
Guidance for K-12 Schools on the Anniversary of October 7
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, is offering guidance to K-12 school administrators on how to best prepare for the anniversary of October 7 in school settings by proactively anticipating the needs of Jewish students, ensuring safeguards and resources are in place for them, and troubleshooting potential problems that may arise.
Guidance for Companies, Businesses, and Jewish Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) on the Anniversary of October 7
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, is offering guidance to business Employee Resource Groups, companies, and organizations on how to prepare for the anniversary of October 7 with suggestions on conducting a remembrance program and anticipating the needs of Jewish employees, including safeguards, resources, and thoughtful messaging.
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