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‘LeChaim’: Hamas cannot take away Israel’s major win, seeing the hostages’ return

Israelis watch the release of three hostages from Hamas captivity as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas, at hostage square in Tel Aviv, January 19, 2025. (photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90)

Israel knows, as it has for decades, that we are dealing with a group of people who glorify death and destruction, who turn light into darkness. By JPOST EDITORIAL JANUARY 21, 2025 06:00 Israelis watch the release of three hostages from Hamas captivity as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas, at hostage square in Tel Aviv, January 19, 2025. (photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90) When Jews all around the world, of all colors and creeds, raise their glasses in a toast, we famously say “LeChaim” – to life. When we wish someone a happy birthday in Hebrew, we say “Ad meah v’esrim” – (may you live) until 120 (years old). If someone has recovered from a serious illness or completed a dangerous journey, Jews have a special blessing known

Hamas Execution of Israeli Hostages Intensifies Pressure on Netanyahu

Hamas Execution of Israeli Hostages Intensifies Pressure on Netanyahu

The six hostages slain by Hamas in southern Gaza are pictured here: (Top row, from left) Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Ori Danino, Eden Yerushalmi, and (Bottom row, from left) Almog Sarusi, Alexander Lobanov, and Carmel Gat. Credit: Hostages Families Forum via AP

The brutal execution of six Israeli hostages by Hamas fighters in southern Gaza has sent shockwaves through Israel, potentially destabilizing the fragile coalition government and increasing pressure for a deal to end the 11-month war. The incident, reminiscent of the Munich massacre of 1972, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. The hostages, held […]