12 Israeli hostages, including two dual Russian-Israeli citizens, are expected to be released from Hamas captivity.

Hundreds of Ukrainian olim in Israel volunteer to support the war effort.

<p>The Bibas family, four of whose members are in Hamas captivity, have responded to claims by the terrorist organization that three of them, 10-month-old Kfir Bibas, his four-year-old brother Ariel, and their mother Shiri were killed in an Israeli airstrike.</p><p>"Our family has learned of Hamas' latest claims. We are waiting for the information to be confirmed and hopefully refuted by military officials. We thank the people of Israel for their warm support, but kindly request privacy during this difficult time."</p>

Israel Heritage Foundation Executive Director Rabbi David Katz speaks to Arutz Sheva about being in Israel to help during the war.

Hamas used psychological warfare against Israel and sent its messages to the world through the foreign media. Israel did not.bother and did not want to spend the money. We have spent much more now.Op-ed.

<p>The IDF announced that according to the information provided by the Red Cross, two Israeli hostages were transferred to them and are on their way to Israeli territory. Their release is in addition to the list of hostages that are scheduled to be released today.</p>

<p>Two dual Russian-Israeli citizens, Irena Tati, 73, and Yelena Troponov, 50, were released as a gesture by Hamas to Russian President Vladimir Putin. They have been turned over to the Red Cross and are on their way to Israel territory.</p>

<p>According to the Hamas terror organization, the two Russian citizens who were released this evening will be transferred to officials from the Russian Foreign Ministery and not Israeli officials.</p>