Hamas has reported that they cannot produce 40 hostages meeting the criteria for a ceasefire deal with Israel, raising doubts about the prisoner exchange negotiations.

The debate over targeted killings of Hamas leaders like Marwan Issa raises questions about the effectiveness of such actions in impacting Hamas and the conflict.

The article argues that Israel should not entertain the idea of a ceasefire with Hamas, likening the situation to if Hitler had proposed a ceasefire in 1945.

Avigdor Lieberman made a bold move in Israeli politics by refusing to join Netanyahu's coalition due to his objection to compromises on conscription policies for Haredi men.

Mitt Romney was not planning a fundraiser in Jerusalem on Tisha B'Av, as falsely reported, but will be dining with the Netanyahus after the sacred day ends.