This page is an archive of main headlines from Israel for 02.03.2025.
It displays 227 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
02.03.2025 โข Day Aid Gates Closed While Hamas Said No
โจIsrael's acceptance of Witkoff's Ramadan-Passover framework and Hamas's immediate rejection led Netanyahu to halt humanitarian aid to Gaza, coordinating with the US administration. The Egyptian response emerged by afternoon - a modified proposal for releasing three living hostages and three deceased during a two-week extension.
Emily Damari's testimony about medical treatment in captivity dominated midday coverage, revealing systematic neglect including use of expired medications. A Beer Sheva resident was charged with attempting to spy for Iran by impersonating a nuclear facility worker.
Evening coverage focused on newly declassified details about October 7 intelligence failures, including revelations about unread emails and disappeared Hamas commanders. The Attorney General blocked the Levin-Saar judicial selection committee proposal, while residents began returning to Shlomi after 17 months of evacuation.
PMO says Witkoffโs outline would eventually see all hostages freed, war ended * Report: IDF alerted PMโs intel officer of worrying Hamas activity 3 hours before Oct. 7 invasion; officer didnโt pass material on
00:49 (22:49)โขIsrael Accepts Witkoff Plan While Hamas Refuses
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Israel's acceptance of US envoy Witkoff's framework for a temporary ceasefire during Ramadan and Passover. The proposal includes releasing half of the living hostages and remains on the first day (Jerusalem Post, Maariv, Srugim). However, Hamas has rejected the proposal (Times, Ynet, Kan). The plan would eventually lead to the release of all hostages and a permanent ceasefire (Davar, i24NEWS).
PMโs office endorses what it says is a US plan to extend ceasefire until mid-April, with half of hostages going free now and the rest later along with end to war; claims terror group rejects this
PMโs office endorses what it says is a US plan to extend ceasefire until mid-April, with half of hostages going free now and the rest later along with end to war; claims terror group rejects this
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Israel's acceptance of Witkoff's proposal to extend the ceasefire through Ramadan and Passover, with Hamas's rejection dominating coverage (13tv, INN, Maariv, n12, Times). The plan includes releasing half of remaining hostages and remains in the first phase (Walla, i24NEWS). Simultaneously, reports indicate the Trump administration has expedited a major weapons shipment to Israel (Kan, now14).
PMโs office endorses what it says is a US plan to continue ceasefire until mid-April, with half of hostages going free now; terror group: Israel โreneging on agreementsโ
08:47 (06:47)โขHumanitarian Aid Halts As Truce Hangs
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza, following a political directive (Haaretz, Kan, Ynet, n12, now14, Mako). This occurs while negotiations continue over the Witkoff framework for a Ramadan-Passover ceasefire, which Israel has accepted but Hamas refuses (Jerusalem Post, Times). The proposal includes releasing half of the remaining hostages and remains on day one (i24NEWS, Davar).
Freed hostage Eli Sharabi to meet Trump * Ben Gvir refuses to apologize to hostages who said his rhetoric prompted Hamas abuse * Hamas says more hostages will only be released with dealโs 2nd stage
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09:16 (07:16)โขAid Stops As Hamas Rejects
โจThe newspapers extensively report on Israel's immediate halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza following the expiration of the ceasefire's first phase (Davar, Haaretz, INN, Israel Hayom, Jerusalem Post, Maariv, n12, Ynet). The decision comes in coordination with the Trump administration after Hamas rejected Witkoff's framework for continued negotiations (Times, Walla). Netanyahu's office warns of "additional consequences" if Hamas maintains its refusal (Makor Rishon, Srugim).
โจThe newspapers extensively report on Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza, with Netanyahu ordering the closure of border crossings after Hamas rejected the first-phase extension (13tv, Jerusalem Post, Kikar, Walla). A significant parallel coverage focuses on the funeral of Shlomo Mansour, the oldest hostage whose body was recently returned (Davar, i24NEWS, Kan). Smotrich supports the aid halt, calling for intensified military action (INN).
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza, following Hamas's rejection of the proposed extension (Jerusalem Post, Ynet, Kipa). A parallel focus is on the funeral of Shlomo Mansour, the oldest hostage whose body was returned, with thousands attending at Kisufim Kibbutz (Davar, i24NEWS). Qatar's role in regional conflicts is scrutinized, with reports suggesting it finances conflicts before presenting itself as mediator (now14).
โจThe newspapers report on Egypt's new proposal to extend Phase A of the ceasefire, offering to release 3 living hostages and 3 deceased (Haaretz, Israel Hayom, Maariv, Srugim). Israel had previously demanded 5 living hostages and 10 deceased before halting aid (Ynet, Kipa). In parallel coverage, a Beer Sheva resident is accused of attempting to spy for Iran by impersonating a nuclear facility worker (Kan, Makor Rishon).
Jerusalem claims US backs move to push extension of now-expired stage of ceasefire rather than negotiating second phase; Saโar says talks still possible if more hostages freed
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza, following Hamas's rejection to extend Phase A of the ceasefire (13tv, Times, Jerusalem Post, Ynet). Egypt has proposed a new two-week extension that would secure the release of 3 living hostages and 3 deceased (Mako, Kipa, Srugim). A Beer Sheva resident is accused of espionage after allegedly offering sensitive information about nuclear facilities to Iran (Israel Hayom, i24NEWS).
Jerusalem claims US backs move to push extension of now-expired stage of ceasefire rather than negotiating second phase; Saโar says talks still possible if more hostages freed
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza, with Egypt's Foreign Minister condemning it as "using starvation as a weapon" (13tv, Times). A parallel focus is on demands for a state inquiry commission into October 7, with Jordan Bibas and other hostage families joining the call (Maariv, Ynet). The Dolev kindergarten reopened in Kibbutz Yiftach after 17 months of displacement (Davar).
17:40 (15:40)โขKurds Pause As Nasrallah's Son Speaks
โจThe newspapers report on three significant developments: The Kurdish ceasefire announcement's potential impact on Syria's power dynamics and Israel's strategic interests (Haaretz, Maariv); hostages' families joining calls for a state inquiry commission into October 7, with Jordan Bibas leading new demands (Kipa, Ynet); and revelations about Nasrallah's son describing his father's depression before assassination (Srugim).
โจThe newspapers report on Lapid's controversial comment about Minister Struk, drawing widespread criticism for alleged sexist remarks (INN, now14, Srugim, Kikar). In parallel, Trump has invited additional Hamas captivity survivors to meet him at the White House, following his meeting with Eli Sharabi (Mako, n12, Kan). Hamas is described as perceiving advantage in the stalled ceasefire talks (Jerusalem Post).
20:11 (18:11)โขDemari's Medical Horror in Hamas Tunnels
โจThe newspapers report on Emily Demari's testimony following her release from Hamas captivity, detailing severe medical neglect and improper treatment of her injuries in Gaza tunnels (Mako, N12, Ynet, Israel Hayom, Kipa). In parallel, the White House has expressed support for Israel's decision to halt humanitarian aid to Gaza, stating Hamas shows no interest in ceasefire (Walla, i24NEWS). Security officials clash with Netanyahu over negotiations strategy, with Shin Bet chief mentioning Trump's potential support for renewed fighting (13tv).
"We will support their decision on the next steps given Hamas has indicated itโs no longer interested in a negotiated ceasefire," the spokesman said.
"We will support their decision on the next steps given Hamas has indicated itโs no longer interested in a negotiated ceasefire," the spokesman said.
"We will support their decision on the next steps given Hamas has indicated itโs no longer interested in a negotiated ceasefire," the spokesman said.
20:57 (18:57)โขNight Without Eyes: Intel's 15-Year Gaza Void
โจThe newspapers report extensively on newly revealed intelligence failures of October 7, with the IDF lacking intelligence sources in Gaza for 15 years and intelligence officers lacking proper clearance (INN, Srugim, N12, now14). Emily Damari's testimony describes medical neglect in Hamas captivity, including being treated with expired iodine (Jerusalem Post, Mako). Israel and the US are considering withdrawal from the International Court of Justice in The Hague (i24NEWS).
22:27 (20:27)โขAttorney General Blocks Judicial Reform
โจThe newspapers report extensively on newly revealed failures in the October 7 investigation, focusing on Attorney General Baharav-Miara's criticism of the Levin-Saar judicial selection committee proposal (13tv, Haaretz) and IDF's upcoming leadership changes under incoming Chief of Staff Zamir (Kipa). In parallel, Israel plans to increase pressure on Hamas through humanitarian measures (Kan, Mako, Israel Hayom), while residents begin returning to Shlomi after 17 months of evacuation (Ynet).