Hamas’s al-Qassam Brigades has reportedly handed over a body that is now claimed to be that of Shiri Bibas hy”d, who was abducted alongside her two young children, Ariel hy”d (4) and Kfir hy”d (nearly 1), during Hamas’s October 7 terror attack on Israel. This development comes after Thursday’s horrifying debacle, when the body initially transferred by Hamas was found to belong to neither Shiri nor any other known hostage, triggering international condemnation and adding to the unimaginable anguish of the Bibas family. Israeli officials confirmed that the Red Cross was called by Hamas on Friday evening to collect the remains—ostensibly that of Shiri Bibas.

In a stunning development, Israeli authorities have arrested two Jewish Israelis alongside a Palestinian suspect in connection with a series of explosions that rocked central Israel Thursday night. The detentions have sent shockwaves across the country, as investigators work to unravel how two Israeli citizens became entangled in what is believed to be a narrowly averted mass-casualty terror attack. The explosions, which targeted three buses in the Tel Aviv suburbs of Bat Yam and Holon, miraculously caused no injuries. However, the discovery of two additional undetonated explosive devices—rigged with timers—has intensified fears that the attack was meant to strike during peak commuting hours.

In a revelation that should shock the conscience of humanity, Israeli authorities have confirmed that Kfir and Ariel Bibas—just 10 months and 4 years old—were choked to death with the bare hands of Hamas terrorists. IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari made the grim announcement: “Kfir and Ariel Bibas were brutally murdered by the terrorists. They murdered them with their bare hands. We collected forensic findings and intelligence information.” “Contrary to Hamas’ lies, they were not killed in an airstrike. Kfir the infant and Ariel the four-year-old were murdered in cold blood. The terrorists did not murder them by shooting them, they murdered them with their hands. Afterwards, they committed terrible acts in order to try to cover up the atrocities,” he says.

A nationwide recall has been issued for more than 2.4 million cases of MadeGood granola bars over concerns that they may contain metal fragments, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The voluntary recall was initiated on December 9, 2024, by Chicago-based Riverside Natural Foods Inc. The FDA has since classified it as a Class II recall, meaning consumption could result in temporary or medically reversible health effects. The contamination involves “a small, flat brush bristle” found in specific batches. The company claims the presence of metal in individual bars is “highly unlikely” but is recalling products “out of an abundance of caution.” Seven complaints have been reported, though no injuries have been documented.

Yeshiva World News (YWN) has been leading the coverage of the State Education Department’s long-running campaign against yeshiva education.  YWN has been harshly critical of New York State and City officials who have unfairly targeted yeshiva education. Recent articles have discussed a new development. The State Education Department has made a final determination that two small chadorim in Williamsburg are not substantially equivalent.  The responses to this news sit at two opposite extremes.  Some express glee at the prospect of yeshivas in trouble, while others are outraged by SED’s actions. We all have experienced instances in which a person who hears two sides arguing thinks that they are both right.  This may be a case in which both sides are wrong.

In a revelation that completely dismantles anti-Israel propaganda, a senior Hamas official has admitted that over 2 million people remain in the Gaza Strip—directly contradicting the baseless claims that Israel is committing genocide. If Israel’s military campaign were indeed a genocide, it would be the most incompetent and least effective attempt in history. During an interview with anti-Israel propagandist Jackson Hinkle, Hamas official and former Gaza Minister of Health Basem Naim inadvertently confirmed what Israel has asserted all along: the notion of an Israeli-orchestrated genocide is pure fiction.

In a grotesque display of feigned innocence, Hamas expressed “surprise” over Israel’s outrage after the terror group handed over a body it falsely claimed was that of Shiri Bibas. Israeli authorities determined on Thursday that one of the bodies supposedly to be of four hostages handed to Israel on Thursday did not belong to Shiri Bibas hy”d, exposing yet another layer of Hamas’s deception. In a laughable attempt to feign concern, Hamas issued a statement saying it would “examine these allegations very seriously” and promised an “investigation”—as if the group’s record of lies and propaganda leaves any room for trust.

Israeli security forces have reportedly apprehended three individuals, including at least one Jewish Israeli, in connection with last night’s bus bombings in Bat Yam and Holon. Authorities suspect that one of the detainees may have transported a terrorist involved in the attacks. According to Hebrew media reports, the Jewish Israeli suspect is scheduled to appear in court for a remand hearing today. Additionally, a Palestinian residing illegally in Israel and another unidentified suspect have also been taken into custody in relation to the incident. The Shin Bet has refrained from providing further details, citing the ongoing investigation. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

“Today is a tragic day. It’s a day of boundless sorrow, of indescribable pain. Four-year-old Ariel Bibas, his baby brother one-year-old Kfir and 84-year-old Oded Lifshitz were brutally murdered by Hamas savages. Their bodies return home to a nation in mourning. A nation that will never forget and never forgive the evil that cut down these beautiful souls. Since that black day on October 7th, when Hamas butchered and burned 1,200 of our families and friends, Israel waited with bated breath, hoping beyond hope that our hostages would survive the Hamas hell. Against all odds, we succeeded to bring many home. Some we rescued. Some we tragically couldn’t. The Bibas children in particular became the symbol of who we are, and who we’re fighting against. Here is a photo of the Bibas brothers.

Israel has confirmed receiving a list from Hamas with the names of six hostages scheduled for release from Gaza tomorrow. The Prime Minister’s Office stated that the hostages’ families have been notified and urged the public not to spread unverified information or speculation. Hamas previously identified the hostages as Tal Shoham, Omer Shem-Tov, Eliya Cohen, Omer Wenkert, Avera Mengistu, and Hisham al-Sayed. Their names had already been shared earlier this week when their families were informed. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)