Mother of Israeli woman in a Hamas hostage video pleads for her release

Mia Schem's mother is calling for the release of her daughter, who is said to be held hostage in Gaza by Hamas. A video was released appearing to show Mia's condition, with her arm wrapped in bandages.

Biden to travel to Israel amid concern that Israel-Hamas conflict could expand

President Joe Biden will travel to Israel on Wednesday to show support for the U.S. ally as concerns increase that the raging Israel-Hamas war could expand into a larger regional conflict.

Governor Ron DeSantis greets hundreds of Americans evacuated from Israel as they land in Tampa

Hundreds of Americans who flew home from Tel Aviv were home safe Monday after landing at Tampa International Airport where they were greeted by Governor Ron DeSantis and his wife, Casey, hours earlier. 

Gaza hospitals overwhelmed ahead of expected Israeli ground offensive

The Gaza Health Ministry said 2,450 Palestinians have been killed and 9,200 wounded since the war began. More than 1,400 Israelis were killed in the Hamas attack.

Meta ramping up efforts to remove posts containing violence, misinformation about attack on Israel

Meta established a "special operations center" with experts, including those who speak Hebrew and Arabic fluently, to monitor Facebook and Instagram and remove content that violates policies faster.

Pro-Palestinian rally draws in more than 100 protesters to Tampa's City Hall

As Israel declares war on Hamas after the brutal execution of Israeli citizens, pro-Palestinian rallies and protests happened across the U.S. on Friday. In Tampa, more than 100 people gathered at the steps of City Hall for a rally and march in support of Palestinians.

Governor Ron DeSantis declares emergency after Israel attack

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday declared a state of emergency in response to the war between Israel and Hamas, with his office saying the declaration allows the Florida Division of Emergency Management to “bring Floridians home and transport necessary supplies to Israel."

Blinken vows US support for Israel ahead of a potential ground operation as airstrikes pound Gaza

The Israel military pulverized the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip with airstrikes, prepared for a possible ground invasion and said Thursday its complete siege on the territory would remain in place until Hamas militants freed some 150 hostages taken during a grisly weekend attack.

Israel-Hamas war: At least 25 US citizens killed, vital aid blocked ahead of possible ground invasion

The Israeli military is pulverizing the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip with airstrikes and has halted deliveries of food, water, fuel and electricity as Palestinians try to stock up for a possible ground invasion.

US, Qatar agree to stop disbursal of recently unfrozen Iranian funds amid Israel-Hamas war

The U.S. and Qatar have reached an agreement that the Qataris will not act on any request from Tehran for the time being to access $6 billion in Iranian funds that were unblocked as part of a prisoner swap last month.

'Stand with Israel' rally in Lakeland draws hundreds condemning Hamas attacks

Community members came together Wednesday night in Polk County to show support for Israel after the deadly terrorists attacks carried out by Hamas. Upwards of 200 people filled up Temple Emanuel of Lakeland for an indoor rally to condemn Hamas and show support for the Jewish people.