 INTO THE FRAY- Gaza: Gratuitous gobbledygookThe obdurate resistance of Gaza to any type of resolution has led to such overriding exasperation that it has begun to undermine the quality of the public debate on the issue. Gaza area restaurant and hall owners: 'We're collapsing'Finance Committee introduces bill to compensate restaurant, hall owners in Gaza area: 'They must flourish for country to flourish.' INTO THE FRAY:Gaza 2040 - If not incentivized emigration, what?The current situation in Gaza—and the accompanying misery—are the direct result of the misguided attempt to foist statehood on the Palestinian-Arabs. Yoav Galant: There will be a large-scale operation in GazaPolitical-Security Cabinet member and former IDF commander: 'I don't want it. But if it's necessary, war is the last resort.' Terrorist made use of IDF batteriesTerrorist who infiltrated Israel was armed with Kalashnikov and several grenades, using at least one. Two soldiers released from hospital. Yogev warns: Anxiety up, fortitude downForeign Affairs & Defense Committee visits Gaza area: 'No doubt solution lies in occupying Gaza, destroying terror, return to normal life.' Watch: Fire in Kissufim forestFire breaks out in forest near Gaza. KKL staff, firefighting and rescue teams, IDF and Nature and Parks Authority work to put out fire. In response to rocket: Gaza fishing area to be reduced againIDF says Islamic Jihad shot rocket as part of attempts to disrupt agreement between Netanyahu and Hamas. The day after taking over GazaShould Israel go into Gaza, clean out the terrorists, and bring Jews back there to live? Watch: Surprise General Staff Gaza fighting exerciseArmor, artillery, air, intelligence take part in three-day surprise exercise to examine Southern Command preparedness for Gaza fighting. INTO THE FRAY: The imperative for incentivized Arab migrationOnce inconceivable, the dismantling of UNRWA; the naturalization of stateless Palestinian residents in Arab countries; and the emigration of Palestinians from Judea-Samaria & Gaza are slowly emerging as realistic outcomes. The new demand of radical leftist groupsGroups write letter to PM and AG demanding Israel stop spraying damaging pesticides into and near the Gaza Strip. Election or war - what's closer?Who are the winners and losers of the latest political drama, and which new figures are expected to shine in the next elections? Islamic Jihad releases footage of rocket launchTerrorist organization shows off launch of large rocket which slammed into Ashkelon last week. 'Our protest is only begining'Gaza-area high schoolers tell Arutz Sheva that they have no plans to drop their protest of the government's lax Gaza policies. Live: Arabs riot on Gaza BorderTwo Arabs were reportedly hurt by IDF fire in the Khan Younes area. Bennett: Military reinforcement 'a step in the right direction'Education minister and cabinet member praises chief of staff's decision to bolster forces in Gaza region. Cease-fire or non-stop fire?Josh Hasten thinks that the concept of ‘ceasefire’ doesn’t exist in Hamas Jihadist society. 10 fires caused by incendiary kites, balloons TuesdaySecurity and firefighting forces extinguish 5 fires caused by terrorists from the Gaza Strip. To the south with love - from citizens of the worldThousands of packages with Judea/Samaria products sent to Sderot, Gaza area residents donated by citizens from dozens of foreign countries. Liberman: sirens in Israel mean "very strong" sirens in GazaDefense Minister Avigdor Liberman visits community near Gaza and expresses hopes for a weekend without "Color Red" sirens. Eight Arabs killed by IDF fireIDF tanks and aircraft fired back at Gaza Arabs Friday afternoon. No IDF casualties reported. "I should be the next Defense Minister"Jewish Home Chairman, Education Minister Naftali Bennett, has his own, original plan for dealing with Hamas. 'Steel wall of a determined government'Prime Minister warns Hamas against continuing to provoke Israel. 'We're in process involving exchanges of blows.' 'No ceasefire until incendiary kites stop'PM Netanyahu says government told IDF to stop incendiary kites, balloons, says deterrence is a 'process.' Gaza: Casualties in building explosionGaza reports say that persons have been killed and wounded in explosion in western Gaza Strip. Background unclear.Security source: 'There are reasons why we don't attack'Source explains why IDF does not raise response level to incendiary kite warfare and flare-ups from Gaza. 'Gap between miracle and disaster is fine as a hair'Police commissioner arrives in Gaza area town following fires launched from Gaza. 'Iron fist against kite launchers''Incendiary kite as serious as mortar shell. Kite in Gaza area like missile on Ashkelon' said Justice Minister. Matriculation exams eased for Gaza-area residentsEducation Minister Naftali Bennett instructs Ministry to grant half hour extension to all Gaza-area students on matriculation exams. Watch: Terrorists infiltrate Israel, steal ammoVideo being shared on social media shows terrorists crossing Gaza border into Israel and stealing an IDF ammunition box. The Three-State SolutionGiven Gaza’s sharp deterioration over the past 25 years – under the PA’s rule (1994-2007) and then under Hamas’ – it is time to consider a new paradigm for resolving the Strip’s endemic predicament. Why non-Jews must protect IsraelIsrael lives under a warm sun, just right for happy days of peace, but instead remains in an eternal state of vigilance due to threats to its very existence. They burn - we plantJewish National Fund will join Gaza area residents' initiative and hold planting events in surrounding communities this week. Death by Art FailureIt is not only in the UK that foolish Jews mourned the killed Hamas terrorists, but also in Israel, in the government funded Bezalel School of Art. 'If I were in Gaza, I'd launch a kite'Writer and playwright Yehoshua Sobol expresses curious understanding for Arab terror burning thousands of dunams in Negev. 'Within one or two years Iran will be destroyed'American Friends of Likud Chairman: 'Israel should annex Area C which is 50% of Judea and Samaria; that would be obvious.' 'Rehabilitate Gaza - provided the boys return home'Minister Bennett tours Gaza perimeter, refers to negotiations on possible 'hudna' and issue of Overrule Clause. When Jews honor Hamas terroristsJosh Hasten wonders who are the ones who prefer the good of their enemies over their own people. Justice Minister blasts UN "Commission of Hypocrisy"Min. Ayelet Shaked said UNCHR "could care less about human rights," after it votes for inquiry on Gaza "war crimes". UNHRC approves inquiry into Israeli 'war crimes' in Gaza, 29:2The US and Australia were the only two countries that voted against the resolution. Marking a decade of Hamas rule in GazaThere is a de facto Hamas state in Gaza and Israel recognizes that fact - with the consequences. 'Striking Israel will bring destruction upon Hamas'The Prime Minister to citizens of the Gaza belt: "the rules of the game have changed.' INTO THE FRAY: Gaza: A port is no panacea for povertyHamas are not burrowing tunnels because Gaza has no port. They are burrowing them despite the fact it does not have one. Smart Fences Completed Around Gaza Belt CommunitiesDefense Ministry equips 12 communities with advanced security fences to the tune of 30 million shekel. Will 1,300 Children Have Nowhere to Run?Parents in a kibbutz near Gaza to protest after bomb shelter bus stops revealed to hold a fraction of the town's students. Rocket from Gaza Strikes Eshkol RegionStrike reported just inside Israel's borders in second incident in one day; sirens apparently did not sound.Sirens in Southern Israel; Rocket Falls Inside GazaCode red alarm sounds in Yad Mordechai and Netiv Ha'asarah; IDF clarifies it was a false alarm. IDF Thwarts Infiltration Attempt in Gaza BeltArab terrorist attempted to climb border fence near Kibbutz Zikim; he was apprehended by IDF forces. MK Haim Yellin Urges IDF, HFC: Cancel Drill in Gaza BeltFormer Eshkol Regional Council chief notes planned emergency preparedness drill with sirens could cause post-traumatic stress. Gaza Evacuation Program Launched Ahead of Future WarsGaza Belt residents to be evacuated systematically and under IDF supervision, according to new program. IDF Commander: Multiple Wars with Hamas InevitableSouthern Command Gen. says there is 'no alternative' to Hamas rule in Gaza, says there are 'mutual interests' at stake. Gaza Belt Residents Hear Digging, Say They Don't Trust IDFMultiple residents say they are living on adrenaline after IDF repeatedly denies finding evidence of tunnels despite digging sounds. IDF Conducts Emergency Exercises Near GazaExercise involves IAF strafing, practice with controlled explosions, Southern Command Chief warns residents. IDF to Shorten Warning Times for Incoming Rockets15 seconds is not enough: Gaza Belt residents will now be instructed to live in - or next to - shelters during future wars. 134.5 Million Shekel Program Launched to Expand Gaza BeltLarge-scale program to appeal to young families to move to the region with heavily subsidized housing. State Allocates $500K to Fortify Synagogues Against Rocket FireDeputy Religious Affairs Minister blames Shas for lagging behind in fortifying religious buildings. |
