No embassy employees were harmed in the incidents, according to reports.

The gang was reportedly hired to guard UG Solutions, a private contractor providing security at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites, where Hamas has targeted numerous aid workers. 

Several countries are expected to formally recognize a Palestinian state at the meeting.

Israelis should realize that for many in the region, the Israel of the past three years is different from all previous ones.

Levy, who was released after 477 days in captivity, said she "suffered severe malnutrition, indescribable hunger, and many untreated injuries."

Alexander was the last hostage who was held still alive in Gaza who held US citizenship. He was released after 584 days in captivity.

The request includes a $3.8 billion deal for 30 AH-64 Apache helicopters, which would double Israel's current supply. 

Darmanin asked prosecutors to open "systematic investigations" when they are notified by an elected official or civil servant of an antisemitic act or statement.