IDF continues operations even during Passover
The IDF continues its operational activities even during the Passover celebrations, which began on 11 April 2025. Troops are active in the Gaza Strip, eliminating terrorists and destroying their infrastructure. The Northern Command ensures the security of communities in the Galilee, and units in the Golan Heights perform forward defence tasks. The Israeli Air Force strikes terrorist targets in support of ground forces. This unwavering dedication to defending the country underscores the complexity of the security situation Israel faces, even during the holidays. Read on to learn more about these important developments.
IDF: Chief of Staff meets with relatives of hostages ahead of Passover
Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, Chief of the General Staff of the Israeli Defence Forces, met with the hostages’ relatives on the eve of the Passover holiday. During the emotional meeting, he thanked them for their strength of spirit and stressed the importance of bringing all the hostages home. “Passover will not be complete without our hostages,” he said. The meeting took place in the context of the ongoing struggle to free the Israeli citizens who remain in captivity. Learn more about the IDF’s efforts to bring back the hostages and the significance of the Passover holiday in this important endeavour.
Trump calls on Russia to end its war against Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has called on Russia to end its war against Ukraine, saying that “too many people are dying” in this horrific and senseless war. In his post on Truth Social, he stressed that the conflict would not have started if he had remained president. However, Trump did not specify what specific actions Moscow should take to end the war and what measures the US plans to take. This statement was one of Trump’s first reactions to the conflict after his return to the White House. Does this signal a new course for the US administration?
Why Iran’s Supreme Leader agreed to nuclear talks with the US
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who has long rejected the possibility of dialogue with the United States, recently changed his position under pressure from senior officials. They warned that refusal to negotiate could lead to war and economic collapse. Iran has already sent an official response to President Trump’s letter, confirming its readiness for talks. The first round of meetings will take place in Oman, where the parties will try to agree on a dialogue format. Can this initiative put an end to the long diplomatic standoff? Read on to find out more about this important development.
