Rescue mission
Behind the US Air Force unit that spearheaded the mission to rescue downed airman
The concept of a dedicated pararescue force traces its roots back to the end of World War II. Becoming a PJ is widely considered one of the most grueling undertakings in the military.
Second US airman rescued from Iran, Trump issues ultimatum
Behind enemy lines: How US Air Force's well-oiled rescue machine operates
Second US fighter jet downed in Persian Gulf, pilot rescued after ejection
'Is my mother alive?': Noa Argamani's first moments out of Hamas captivity revealed
Three Yamam commandos, who were involved in freeing four Gaza hostages during 'Operation Arnon,' spoke of harrowing moments, including fighting on two different fronts.
Finding a ‘shidduch’ for dogs in shelters can reduce their stress and make them more adoptable
“Many potential adopters might already have a dog or would like to engage in social activities with their dog,” researchers said.
'No muscles left, only loose skin': Hostages starved in Hamas captivity, doctor says
"They ate a tenth of what they are supposed to eat," the expert said, asking that bystanders do not say that the rescued individuals "look fine."
Wikipedia entry for 'fist bump' depicts gesture between hostage and soldier during rescue mission
Footage of the IDF's rescue mission shows a soldier give former hostage Almog Meir Jan a fist bump, with the video used on the Wikipedia entry for 'fist bumps.'
'He knew nothing': How hostage Shlomi Ziv was rescued by the IDF
Rosa Ziv, the mother of Shlomi Ziv, who was one of the hostages rescued in Saturday's operation, shared her feelings and said, "I believed that Shlomi would return with all my might."
Plaudits offered worldwide for fallen hostage rescuer Arnon Zamora
Arnon Zamora, the Counterterrorism Unit commando Chief Inspector, received international praise after being mortally wounded during the hostage rescue operation.
Hostage deal efforts remain at standstill despite rescue operation
US push for a hostage deal stalls as Israel celebrates IDF's rescue of four captives from Gaza; diplomatic efforts continue, despite ongoing Hamas resistance.
Jews and supporters of Israel celebrate hostage rescue worldwide
Jews worldwide celebrated as the IDF rescued four hostages from Hamas in Gaza. Organizations lauded the operation while advocating for the release of remaining captives.
'Every second an eternity': Inside the high-stakes hostage rescue in Gaza - analysis
The 98th Division's operation in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, served as a strategic diversion to rescue four hostages, leading to an intense multi-force extraction mission.
'Hamas treated us like animals': Rescued hostage speaks on Gaza captivity
Har also described the time the IDF rescued him, and that there was "gunfire in all directions like a movie."
