Avera Mengistu, a young Israeli of Ethiopian descent, mistakenly crossed into Gaza in 2014. Now 11 years after his abduction, his status has raised alarms for members of his community.

Police are investigating the Dover Heights incident that occurred before dawn.

The impending hostage release sparks hope, mourning, and questions about Gaza captives.

"I loved traveling the world, celebrating life, and going to parties — and then I was kidnapped from a party," the 27-year-old released hostage told crowds at a Nova Music Festival Exhibition event.

Prime Minister Al Thani praised incoming President-elect Donald Trump and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff , for helping achieve the deal, "He fought for this deal."

Britain's King Charles is due to attend a commemoration service at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial on Jan. 27.

An Israeli drone strike in Quneitra, Syria, killed three people, sparking tensions. Amid post-Assad reconstruction struggles, calls grow for peace, security, and improved living.

Israel’s bullish markets see hostage deal as just the start.