The Jerusalem District Court today sentenced attacker Amir Sidawi to 48 years in prison for the shooting attack in the Old City about three and a half years ago, in which seven people were wounded, including a pregnant woman.

<p>President Isaac Herzog commented on the release of Elizabeth Tsurkov from captivity in Iraq.</p><p>"I am so moved to see the release of Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was kidnapped in Iraq over two and a half years ago. The end of her nightmare, and her release is truly wonderful news," said Herzog.</p><p>I thank all those involved in bringing about Elizabeth’s release and everyone around the world and in Israel who fought for her freedom. Special thanks go to all the partners, and especially to US President Donald Trump for his commitment to securing her release."</p><p>"May we soon hear good news as well about the 48 hostages still being cruelly held in the hell of captivity in Gaza," concluded Herzog.</p>

Qatar’s PM condemns Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Doha as “state terrorism,” warns of retaliation. He accuses Netanyahu of “rogue” behavior and sabotaging peace efforts.

Senator Lindsey Graham responds to Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, urging Hamas to surrender and warning Hezbollah and Syria to tread carefully. He reaffirms his unwavering support for Israel.

<p>A source in Kata'ib Hezbollah told <i>AFP</i> that the release of Israeli hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov was carried out "to prevent conflicts in Iraq and to bring about the withdrawal of the American forces."</p><p>The source noted that the release was carried out according to "our conditions," with the central demand being to avoid military confrontation and to end the US presence in Iraq without fighting. The source added that "she was released and not rescued; no military operation was carried out to free her."</p>

Watch: President Trump sends video greeting to the US Embassy in Jerusalem’s celebration of 249 years of US independence, praising American troops, Israeli allies, and Ambassador Huckabee.

Netherlands says ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich will be banned from entering the 29 countries comprising Europe’s Schengen area.

In Islam, killing and brutality is everywhere. Arabs are the most brutal of Muslims and "Palestinians" are the most brutal of Arabs. Opinion.