The forceful pushback comes as the Biden administration is endeavoring to make clear that despite recent tensions, it continues to support Israel’s war effort against Hamas. Finer told the ...

All eyes are literally on the spectacle of Hamas’ made for TV production, releasing hostages who have been in captivity for more than 480 days, and which is as unsurprising as it is revolting.

Hamas freed three Israelis who appeared to be in relatively good condition, and Israel released 369 Palestinian prisoners. The exchange will likely sustain a fragile cease-fire, at least for now.