In the Jewish state’s early years, new immigrants were placed in transit camps because of housing shortages. Women who gave birth in overburdened hospitals or who took their infants to the doctor were told that their children had suddenly died.

Most of the children who disappeared were from the Yemenite and other “Mizrahi” communities, an umbrella term for Jews from North Africa and the Middle East, and DNA testing has proved that some of them are still alive. A younger generation is demanding answers.

Here’s what else is happening

Court curbs asset seizures: The Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Wednesday that the Constitution limits the ability of states and localities to take and keep cash and other private property used to commit crimes. The practice, known as civil forfeiture, is a popular way to raise revenue.

Michael Cohen to testify: Mr. Cohen has agreed to publicly appear before Congress on Wednesday to discuss his work as President Trump’s personal lawyer.

No return for woman who joined ISIS: Hoda Muthana, an American-born woman who wants to return home after traveling to Syria to join the Islamic State, will not be readmitted to the U.S., President Trump has said.

Prosecutors outline terrorism plot: A Coast Guard lieutenant who was arrested in Maryland last week was planning to kill journalists, Democratic politicians and what he called “leftists in general,” federal prosecutors have said.

Deadly blaze in Bangladesh: At least 70 people have died after a fire in Dhaka, the capital.

Baby powder safety: Johnson & Johnson said it was being investigated by the U.S. authorities over concerns about possible asbestos contamination of its talc-based products.