In response to the turbulent events in Israel, including protests against the government's policies and the aftermath of terrorist attacks, Israelis have been mourning, protesting, and seeking hope during commemorations like Yom Hazikaron and Yom Haatzmaut.

Dan Senor, author of "The Genius of Israel," reflects on his recent visit to Israel, highlighting the internal conflict among Israelis regarding the hostages' fate and the country's ongoing push against Hamas in Rafah.

Hamas released a video featuring two hostages, Omri Miran and Keith Siegel, expressing a desire for a ceasefire and release.

The Biden administration and 17 other countries, excluding Israel, with hostages in Gaza have jointly called for the immediate release of the hostages in exchange for a comprehensive ceasefire to end hostilities between Israel and Hamas, despite Israel's goal of removing Hamas from power.

During Passover Seders, a place setting was symbolically arranged for one of the 133 hostages in Gaza, highlighting the anguish and uncertainty faced during their captivity.

A call for Israel to end the war with Gaza in exchange for the release of Israeli hostages is made in light of the approaching Passover holiday, symbolizing freedom and liberation.

Israel's military intelligence chief, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva, has resigned, taking responsibility for the intelligence failures that allowed a Hamas invasion on Oct. 7, leading to the current war.

The essay discusses reevaluating priorities in Israel following the Hamas-led kidnappings, emphasizing the need to prioritize securing the release of Israeli hostages.

This article discusses how many Israeli families, including those with loved ones held hostage by Hamas, are finding it difficult to celebrate Passover this year, a holiday that symbolizes freedom.

Many Israeli families, including those who have loved ones held hostage, are finding it difficult to celebrate Passover this year due to feelings of sadness and frustration over the captivity of their relatives by Hamas.

As Passover approaches, the heavy atmosphere of recent events weighs on many Jewish minds, with concerns ranging from anti-Semitism to conflicts in the Middle East.

In light of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the plight of hostages in Gaza, Jewish communities are incorporating new symbolic items and rituals into their Passover seders to address these current crises.

Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon has composed a special prayer for Israel to be recited at Pesach Sedarim, expressing gratitude for living in a time of redemption and witnessing the establishment of the country.

Artist Ruth Patir, representing Israel at the Venice Biennale, has closed down the Israeli pavilion until a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages are secured.

This Pesach, amidst the celebration of freedom and the retelling of the Exodus story, there is a call to remember those who are currently held captive, specifically over 100 individuals taken hostage in a tragic event in October.

Many Israelis are feeling scared and abandoned by their own government amid ongoing conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah.

Israel's military operation in Gaza seems to be ending prematurely due to pressure from the US and other allies, despite not achieving its war aims of destroying Hamas and rescuing hostages.

The author, Joanna Landau, reflects on the impact of ongoing conflict and ceasefire calls in Israel, emphasizing the personal and national toll of violence.

The podcast discusses the recent strained relationship between the Biden administration and Israel, as well as the Israeli government's actions amid the conflict in Gaza, negotiations over hostages, and threats from Hezbollah.

Israelis marked the 6-month anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack with sadness and frustration, demanding a ceasefire and criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the crisis.

In a special episode marking six months since the war began on October 7, this podcast features insights from prominent figures.

In a recent discussion on the podcast, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron touch on two significant topics - the shifting strategies of hostage families aligning with election campaigns and a Supreme Court decision cutting funding for ultra-Orthodox Yeshiva students who prioritize studying over military service.

Israel's campaign against Hamas in Gaza has seen significant progress, including capturing Hamas strongholds, neutralizing a large number of terror operatives, and destroying infrastructure used by Hamas, albeit at a high cost.

As Israel enters the sixth month of ongoing conflict since October 7th, the war in Gaza continues with no resolution in sight, including the unresolved issue of hostages.

The United Nations Security Council passed a resolution for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, which the US abstained from, causing a rift between the US and Israel.