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Israel's Bobsleigh Team Qualifies Amid Ceasefire Negotiations

1/27/2026

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Israel's bobsleigh team qualified for the Winter Olympics after Great Britain opted out.
Team captain Adam 'AJ' Edelman expressed excitement on social media.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans for five communities in the Beersheba-Dimona corridor, linked to Master Sgt. Ran Gvili's case.
Israeli officials say negotiations cannot progress without Ran Gvili's return, which is essential for advancing a ceasefire framework, while Hamas disputes his whereabouts.

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Israel's bobsleigh team qualified for the Winter Olympics after Great Britain opted out.
Team captain Adam 'AJ' Edelman expressed excitement on social media.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans for five communities in the Beersheba-Dimona corridor, linked to Master Sgt. Ran Gvili's case.
Israeli officials say negotiations cannot progress without Ran Gvili's return, which is essential for advancing a ceasefire framework, while Hamas disputes his whereabouts.