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U.S.: There's Not Much Abbas Can Do About Rocket Attacks

State Department condemns rocket fire from Gaza, but says Abbas cannot do much to stop the attacks despite pact with Hamas.

U.S.: There's Not Much Abbas Can Do About Rocket Attacks

IAF Strikes Gaza Terror Targets

IAF aircraft hit two terror targets in Gaza, hours after a rocket hit the Eshkol Regional Council in southern Israel.

IAF Strikes Gaza Terror Targets

Iron Dome To Receive Numerous Improvements

Rafael officials reveal 'hardware and software improvements' for missile defense system that has success rate over 80%.

Iron Dome To Receive Numerous Improvements

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft hit five terror targets in Gaza, in retaliation for recent rocket attacks.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

We Don't Want an Escalation, Claims Islamic Jihad

Islamic Jihad leader claims his group is still committed to 2012 ceasefire, but will fight Israel if necessary.

We Don't Want an Escalation, Claims Islamic Jihad

Showing Solidarity

Chief Rabbi Lau Visits Sderot Amid Rockets

Undeterred by the rocket barrage, Rabbi Lau expresses support for residents and soldiers, sends wishes of joy for Purim.

Chief Rabbi Lau Visits Sderot Amid Rockets

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Another Rocket From Gaza Further Breaks 'Truce'

Rockets continue Friday morning after Islamic Jihad claims Egyptian-brokered truce Thursday afternoon.

Another Rocket From Gaza Further Breaks 'Truce'

Egypt Ignores Hamas, Talks with Islamic Jihad

Hamas fumes upon discovering that Egypt contacted the Islamic Jihad directly to broker a ceasefire with Israel.

Egypt Ignores Hamas, Talks with Islamic Jihad

IAF Hits Seven Gaza Terror Targets

IAF aircraft hit seven terror targets in Gaza after rocket attacks continue despite "ceasefire."

IAF Hits Seven Gaza Terror Targets

Eight More Rockets Hit Israel's South

Rocket barrage continues Thursday night despite Islamic Jihad claims of 'ceasefire.'

Eight More Rockets Hit Israel's South

Gaza Professors Say Hamas Wants Attention, Not War

Islamic Jihad rocket barrage had Hamas backing, say local professors, possible move against isolation from Egypt.

Gaza Professors Say Hamas Wants Attention, Not War

Two Rockets Hit South of Ashkelon; No One Hurt

Israel denies Islamic Jihad claims of Egyptian-brokered ceasefire. More terror rockets fired at southern Israel, after IAF strikes.

Two Rockets Hit South of Ashkelon; No One Hurt

Tensions Mount in Southern Israel

Hamas Will get ‘Fire for Fire,’ Peres Warns

President Shimon Peres says IDF was right to hit terror targets, warns that Hamas will get ‘fire for fire.’

Hamas Will get ‘Fire for Fire,’ Peres Warns

Southern Israel Under Fire

Terrorists Resume Rocket Fire as Far as Ashdod, Ashkelon

Sirens sound in Ashdod, Ashkelon, Sderot as terrorists resume fire on southern Israel.

Terrorists Resume Rocket Fire as Far as Ashdod, Ashkelon

Islamic Jihad Warns Israelis in Hebrew: 'Get Out of Our Country'

Iranian-backed terrorist group releases video promising to 'kill or capture' Israeli soldiers if IDF invades Gaza in response to rockets.

Islamic Jihad Warns Israelis in Hebrew: 'Get Out of Our Country'

Tension in the South

Bennett: Goverment Will 'Strike Fast, Strike Hard'

Minister urges firm response to rocket fire while visiting families in Sderot, in southern Israel.

Bennett: Goverment Will 'Strike Fast, Strike Hard'

Emergency Cabinet Meeting: What Next?

Israel’s top defense, political leaders to meet to discuss next step following Gaza attacks.

Emergency Cabinet Meeting: What Next?

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire, Urges 'Restraint'

UN Secretary-General condemns the rocket attacks from Gaza, then urges all sides "to exercise maximum restraint."

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire, Urges 'Restraint'

Abbas Blames Israel for Gaza Escalation

PA Chairman says the Israeli military caused an "escalation" in Gaza, ignores rocket attacks on south.

Abbas Blames Israel for Gaza Escalation

Netanyahu: Do Whatever's Necessary to Restore Calm

Prime Minister Netanyahu instructs the defense establishment to do whatever necessary to restore the quiet to Israel’s south.

Netanyahu: Do Whatever's Necessary to Restore Calm

As IDF Response Begins, Sderot Residents Tense But Resilient

Following rocket barrage by Gaza-based terrorists, residents of embattled southern Israeli town keep a stiff upper lip.

As IDF Response Begins, Sderot Residents Tense But Resilient

Islamic Jihad: Attack Us and We'll Up the Ante

Islamic Jihad threatens to fire long-range rockets at Israel if the IDF strikes in Gaza.

Islamic Jihad: Attack Us and We'll Up the Ante

US Condemns 'Reprehensible' Rocket Attacks

State Department spokewoman Jen Psaki joins British PM David Cameron's condemnation of Islamic Jihad onslaught on southern Israel.

US Condemns 'Reprehensible' Rocket Attacks

Video Shows How Terrorists Fired From Civilian Areas

Clip shows how Islamic Jihad terrorists fired over 60 rockets at Israeli civilians, whilst using Gazan civilians as human shields.

Video Shows How Terrorists Fired From Civilian Areas

Israel Under Fire

Foreign Minister Says Israel Needs to 'Retake Gaza'

In response to rocket onslaught on southern Israel, Avigdor Liberman says Israel must retake the Islamist-held Gaza Strip.

Foreign Minister Says Israel Needs to 'Retake Gaza'

Terrorists Fire Rocket at Southern Israel

Kassam rocket fired by Gaza terrorists explodes in an open area in the Shaar Hanegev Regional Council.

Terrorists Fire Rocket at Southern Israel

'There Are Thousands of Al-Qaeda Terrorists in Gaza'

"If Israel violates the truce, we fire our rockets," warns the head of a Gaza-based jihadist group.

'There Are Thousands of Al-Qaeda Terrorists in Gaza'

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Sderot

Rocket fired at the southern Israeli city of Sderot explodes in an open field, causing no physical injuries or damages.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Sderot

IAF Strikes Gaza After Rocket Attack

Palestinian Arab media sources claim one person killed during the airstrike.

IAF Strikes Gaza After Rocket Attack

Sabbath Calm Disturbed by Rocket Attacks

Terrorists fire rocket at Eshkol region, just one hour after an attack on the Hof Ashkelon region.

Sabbath Calm Disturbed by Rocket Attacks

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft hit several targets in Gaza, hours after two rockets hit southern Israel.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

'Whoever Attacks Us Will Bear the Consequences'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu opens his weekly cabinet meeting by responding to Gaza rocket attacks, Iranian military maneuvers.

'Whoever Attacks Us Will Bear the Consequences'

Rocket from Gaza Strikes Negev

Gazan terrorists fire rocket Saturday evening, no damage or injuries reported.

Rocket from Gaza Strikes Negev

Hamas Redeploys Forces Along Border with Israel

Hamas has redeployed its security forces along the border with Israel to prevent rocket fire.

Hamas Redeploys Forces Along Border with Israel

Report: Hamas Infighting Prevented Rocket Attack on Israel

Hamas infighting credited for unusual lack of rocket attacks – but some say the quiet is just the calm before the storm.

Report: Hamas Infighting Prevented Rocket Attack on Israel

Report: Hamas Gives 'Green Light' For More Rocket Attacks

Hamas forces preventing rocket fire on Israel withdrawn from their posts, may give free reign for more attacks on Israel.

Report: Hamas Gives 'Green Light' For More Rocket Attacks

IAF Aircraft Hit Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft hit several terror-related sites in Gaza, hours after a rocket attack targeting the city of Netivot.

IAF Aircraft Hit Terror Targets in Gaza

Struk Not Sorry for Calling Sharon 'Israel's Greatest Destroyer'

Jewish Home MK Orit Struk unapologetic for criticism of Ariel Sharon’s legacy. 'He would have brought a disaster upon us.'

Struk Not Sorry for Calling Sharon 'Israel's Greatest Destroyer'

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Video: Terrorist Hit in Gaza Strike

IAF hits Jihad terrorist in northern Gaza following rocket attacks. Video shows burnt motorbike, small crater.

Video: Terrorist Hit in Gaza Strike

IAF Hits Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft target terrorist sites in Gaza after rocket explodes in the Sha'ar Hanegev area.

IAF Hits Terror Targets in Gaza

IDF Spokesman to Hamas: We Won't Hesitate to Up the Ante

"If they step up their terrorist attacks, we will not hesitate to step up our response," warns IDF Spokesman Moti Almoz.

IDF Spokesman to Hamas: We Won't Hesitate to Up the Ante

IAF Strikes in Gaza After Rocket Attack on Ashkelon

IAF aircraft hit terror-related sites in Gaza, several hours after a rocket barrage targeted the city of Ashkelon.

IAF Strikes in Gaza After Rocket Attack on Ashkelon

Gaza Rocket Barrage Targets Ashkelon

Iron Dome intercepts five rockets fired at the city of Ashkelon. No physical injuries or damages.

Gaza Rocket Barrage Targets Ashkelon

Israel Complains to UN Over Rocket Fire After Sharon's Funeral

"Since 2005, Gaza has become a terrorist base used by Hamas to shoot rockets," says Israeli envoy Ron Prosor in complaint to UN.

Israel Complains to UN Over Rocket Fire After Sharon's Funeral

IAF Hits Several Targets in Gaza

IAF strikes terrorist targets in Gaza after a rocket exploded in one of the communities along the security fence.

IAF Hits Several Targets in Gaza

Cabinet to Approve Benefits to Residents of South

Prime Minister Netanyahu to submit a 166 million shekel plan for economic benefits for Sderot and the area adjacent to Gaza.

Cabinet to Approve Benefits to Residents of South

Gaza: Second Rocket Fired at Israel in As Many Days

Kassam fired from Gaza, Iron Dome not deployed, no injuries or damage. IAF strikes several Gaza targets in response.

Gaza: Second Rocket Fired at Israel in As Many Days

Report: Hamas Gathering Long-Range Rockets

Expert warns: Hamas’ silence is not a sign of calm – it’s a sign the group is preparing for battle.

Report: Hamas Gathering Long-Range Rockets

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Southern Israel

Rocket fired by Gaza terrorists explodes in the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council in southern Israel. No physical injuries or damages.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Southern Israel

Israel Complains to UN Over Gaza Rocket Fire

"After 7 years of silence, it's time to condemn the rocket attacks," writes ambassador Ron Prosor to UN Security Council.

Israel Complains to UN Over Gaza Rocket Fire

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fired Towards South

Several explosions heard in southern Israel as Iron Dome intercepts at rocket fired by Gaza terrorists. Three rockets explode in open areas.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fired Towards South

Revealed: How Terrorists Planned Jerusalem Mall Bombing

Terrorist who masterminded Mamilla Mall attack also planned rocket attacks on Beit El, Psagot.

Revealed: How Terrorists Planned Jerusalem Mall Bombing

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire From Lebanon

United Nations Secretary General says the rockets fired from Lebanon at Israel were "a clear violation of resolution 1701".

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire From Lebanon

Yaalon: Lebanon Responsible for Rocket Attacks

Defense Minister warns that Israel sees Lebanon as responsible for attacks from its territory.

Yaalon: Lebanon Responsible for Rocket Attacks

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

An IAF aircraft targeted concealed rocket launchers in northern Gaza, after terrorists fired rockets onto Israel.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Israel

Terrorists from Gaza “thanked” Israel for releasing 26 terrorists by firing two rockets. One rocket exploded within Gaza.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Israel

Overnight Attack Fails to Disturb Eilat Calm

Residents, tourists flock to the beach despite attempted rocket attack.

Overnight Attack Fails to Disturb Eilat Calm

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fired Towards Eilat

At least one rocket was fired towards the Israeli resort city of Eilat and was intercepted by Iron Dome.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fired Towards Eilat

Gaza Terrorists Fire Qassam at Southern Israel

Terrorists from Gaza fired a Qassam rocket towards the Eshkol Regional Council. The rocket exploded in an open region.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Qassam at Southern Israel

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Southern Israel

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza fired two Qassam rockets at southern Israel. The rockets exploded in open areas.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Southern Israel