Shana Tova from Israel National News!

Wishing a happy New Year to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening for Rosh Hashanah, resumes Wednesday night.

'It's a defeat for Hamas'

'It's a defeat for Hamas' | Macron announces: France recognizes the State of Palestine

Speaking at the UN General Assembly, French President Macron announces that France recognizes "Palestine", claiming it is a defeat for Hamas and a path to peace. Several other countries follow suit.

Singapore to sanction 'settlers', but won’t recognize 'Palestine' - yet

Singapore says it will sanction Israeli “settler leaders” and says it’s a matter of “when, not if” it recognizes a Palestinian state.

Tear gas and chaos:

Tear gas and chaos: Italian cities rocked by anti-Israel demonstrations

Violent anti-Israel protests sweep Italy as dockworkers block ports and clashes erupt in Milan, Rome, and Naples. PM Meloni condemns the unrest, warning of consequences for Italian citizens.

Less than a week later:

Less than a week later: ABC reinstates Jimmy Kimmel show

ABC reinstates “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” after a brief suspension over his remarks on Charlie Kirk.

Report:

Report: New proposal includes hostage release, US guarantees

A new proposal for a Gaza truce includes the release of Israeli hostages, US-backed guarantees for a two-month ceasefire, and humanitarian aid, but neither side has responded yet.

Watch:

Watch: IDF soldiers neutralize terrorist in Gaza

The IDF releases footage of the 401st Brigade neutralizing a terrorist in Gaza, after a battle where an officer was seriously wounded.

Alon Ohel's family:

Alon Ohel's family: He is losing his vision, he looks terrified

Family of hostage Alon Ohel, held hostage in Gaza for 717 days, comments on the new video released by Hamas which shows his declining health.

Shana Tova from Israel!

Shana Tova from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Rosh Hashanah about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until it begins in New York.

Right before Rosh Hashanah

Right before Rosh Hashanah: Hamas publishes new video of hostage Alon Ohel

About two weeks after he was first seen in a video with Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Hamas has released a new video of the hostage Alon Ohel.

Close quarters battle in Gaza City: Commander severely wounded

A close-quarters gun battle broke out in Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan neighborhood after terrorists assaulted IDF troops. Multiple terrorists were eliminated.

'You are Israel’s eternity'

'You are Israel’s eternity' | Chief of Staff's New Year's blessings ring out across IDF

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reached out by radio to IDF units operating in all arenas, sending his wishes for the new year.

Report:

Report: Hamas draft's letter to Trump offering to release half of the hostages immediately

Terror group drafts letter to the US government offering a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of half of the 48 hostages, but its leaders have yet to sign it.

Australia Opposition:

Australia opposition: We will reverse Palestinian state recognition when elected

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley tells FM Sa'ar Labor broke bipartisan policy on Israel, pledges reversal of Palestinian state recognition if elected

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

On eve of Rosh Hashanah:

On eve of Rosh Hashanah: Over 50,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel since October 7

The Jewish Agency has channeled tens of millions of dollars toward Israel’s recovery, supporting over 22,000 victims of terror and war, and assisting 15,000 business owners.

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message:

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message: 'Israel will always be your home'

In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.

IDF takes out Hamas structure used for rocket launches

IDF strikes military structure from which two rockets were launched towards southern Israel.

President Herzog toasts haredi IDF soldiers on Rosh Hashanah eve

President Herzog toasts haredi IDF soldiers on Rosh Hashanah eve, 'see yourselves as pioneers at the forefront, in the first Haredi brigade in the history of the State of Israel.'

IDF estimates:

IDF estimates: Pressure on Hamas not yet enough to push them to deal

IDF increasing intensity of fighting in Gaza City as Gazans evacuate southwards; Israel estimates terror group does not yet feel it has reached a breaking point.

Following Ramot attack:

Ramot residents demand stronger security after wave of attacks and thefts

Jerusalem’s Ramot neighborhood residents appeal to Defense Minister to urgently boost security, including closing open crossings to the Wadi, deploying guards, and increasing police presence, following recent terror attacks.

Unvaccinated toddler dies of measles in Jerusalem

Health Ministry reports third measles death since the start of the outbreak, signaling that between 3,000 and 4,000 people have been infected with the virus.

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah:

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah: Azerbaijan President sends warm greeting to Jewish community

In festive letter on eve of Rosh Hashanah, Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev emphasizes the place of the Jewish community in his country and its longstanding tradition of tolerance.

Heat wave to break, light rains predicted

Rosh Hashanah to begin hot and dry, with weather cooling as the holiday continues.

Watch:

50,000 participate in Selichot prayers at Western Wall on Rosh Hashanah eve

The Selichot prayers were dedicated for the return of the hostages and for the safety of IDF soldiers. In a special gesture, President of Argentina participated via video conference.

Syria:

New Syrian government to select transitional parliament on October 5

Syria's new Islamist authorities will select a transitional parliament on October 5. The new body's formation has drawn criticism for giving the president immense power.

Watch:

Watch: Trump, Musk reconcile at Charlie Kirk memorial

Donald Trump and Elon Musk seen together at memorial for Charlie Kirk, months after their public falling-out.

Iran denies reports of planned meeting with E3 in Vienna

Iranian official denies reports of a meeting with European counterparts in Vienna as UN sanctions loom.

Trump eulogizes Kirk:

Trump eulogizes Kirk: A martyr for American freedom

US President Donald Trump speaks at memorial for Charlie Kirk: He was violently killed because he spoke for freedom and justice.

'Answer to hate is not hate'

'The answer to hate is not hate': Erika Kirk forgives husband's killer

At her husband's funeral, Erika Kirk describes her shock at seeing his body, publicly forgives his killer and vows to continue her husband's mission at Turning Point USA.

Long Island dedicates park to fallen hostage Omer Neutra

Plainview, NY dedicates a park to Omer Neutra, an American-Israeli soldier from the town who was murdered on October 7 and whose body is being held in Gaza.

Another suspect arrested in arson near Prime Minister’s residence

Police detectives arrest seventh suspect involved in setting fire to trash bins and a vehicle in the Rehavia neighborhood a few weeks ago, near the Prime Minister’s official residence.

New Jewish community in response to 'Palestine' recognition

In light of the recent recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain and other countries, the head of the Karnei Shomron Council announces the establishment of a new Jewish community.

Portugal recognizes Palestinian state

After Britain, Australia, and Canada, Portugal has become the fourth country today to declare recognition of a Palestinian state.

UK Opposition leader:

UK Opposition leader: Recognition of Palestinian state 'absolutely disastrous'

Opposition leader warns decision rewards terrorism, ignores hostages, and reflects Labour’s failure to address core national challenges.

Sen. Graham:

Sen. Graham: So-called civilized world is rewarding modern day religious Nazis

South Carolina senator condemns UK, Australia, and Canada for recognizing a Palestinian state, warning the move legitimizes terrorism and endangers Israel’s security.

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

The Harchivi Makom Ohalayich association has completed the purchase of a house in Hebron and has brought a Jewish family to take up residence in it.

Despite pressure on the right

Despite pressure on the right: Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Israel is weighing partial sovereignty in Judea and Samaria after UK, Australia, and Canada recognized a Palestinian state; Netanyahu to consult President Donald Trump.

IDF:

IDF: More than half a million Gazans have left Gaza City

The IDF reports that so far, more than 550,000 Gazans have left Gaza City and moved southward.

IDF Spokesman:

IDF Spokesman: ‘Threats from every direction’ as war expands on multiple fronts

IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin warned of multi-front threats, detailed Hamas’s exploitation of Gaza civilians, and vowed to fight until the hostages return home.