Operation Shield and Arrow

Yair Lapid calls to halt Gaza operation

The opposition leader stated that the operation had good results but there are no political gains that Israel needs from it.

Woman wounded by rocket shrapnel in Sdot Negev

82-year-old woman hospitalized after rocket lands near home as man killed by rocket strike in Rehovot.

Nikki Haley supports Israel:

'We will always have the backs of our friends'

Former US Ambassador to the UN backs Israel's right to defend itself from hundreds of rockets being fired from Gaza.

Hamas continues to declare support for Islamic Jihad

Hamas spokesman says cooperation mechanism with smaller terror group functioning during latest conflict with Israel.

'There’s a child, hold fire'

IAF aborts strike after identifying children near terror target

The aircraft had to hold their fire after two children were identified in striking range of the target.

Operation Shiel and Arrow:

IDF waited 2 days to kill terror leader because of human shields

IDF spokesman says military held off on striking deputy commander of Islamic Jihad rocket launching force until he wasn't with family.

Defense Min.:

'Maintain readiness for possibility of increased fire'

Defense Min. Gallant meets Shabak chief, IDF Chief of Staff, orders 'all measures necessary' be taken to prepare for further action in Gaza.

Over 800 rockets fired at Israel

IDF data shows 250 rockets fired from 2:30-8 pm. 150 rockets have fallen short in Gaza.

Minister of Labor:

'Gaza operation crushes Islamic Jihad's chain of command'

'The law is the same for Sderot and Tel Aviv, attacks on top terrorists harm their morale,' Labor Min. Yoav Ben-Tzur says.

Diplomatic source:

'Islamic Jihad will pay a heavy price for continued rocket fire'

Diplomatic source says Egypt's efforts to mediate a ceasefire being thwarted by Islamic Jihad's continued rocket fire.

Despite rocket attacks:

Delegation of UN ambassadors lands in Israel

Ambassador Erdan: The Ambassadors will understand the murderousness of our enemies and the security challenges we face.

Another Islamic Jihad leader killed in Gaza

Deputy commander of rocket-launching force killed in IDF strike.

Poll: 30% of Israelis support targeted eliminations

One-third of Israelis living in southern Israel support retaking Gaza; 35% of Tel Aviv-area Israelis believe in a long-term ceasefire.

Rehovot:

1 killed, 5 hurt as rocket hits residential building

Nearly 600 rockets have been fired at Israel so far this week as Israel suffers its first casualty of the conflict.

IFCJ places five new bomb shelters in Ashkelon

With latest outbreak of violence, IFCJ increases effort to protect civilians in Israel’s south.

Operation “Shield and Arrow”:

IDF eliminates top Islamic Jihad terrorist in Gaza

IDF fighter jets eliminate Islamic Jihad commander Ali Ghali, who was in a hideout apartment in Khan Yunis.

ActNews:

This is not a game

Who is using children and who is trying to save children? Watch the latest ActNews video bulletin.

Rocket hits chicken coop in southern Israel

Chicken coop sustains heavy damage due to Gaza rocket attack.

Rocket attack:

Police advise Rehovot residents to stay in protected areas

Israel Police warn citizens of Rehovot after rocket hits residential building to keep to safe areas.

Minister Wasserlauf helps family escape southern Israel

Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf saw a post asking for a place for a family with children who have special needs and stepped in to assist.

Rocket shrapnel strikes minister's car in Sderot

Minister Orit Strock: We came to strengthen the residents of Sderot and found ourselves under fire.

UN chief urges 'maximum restraint' after rocket barrages

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expresses concern over civilian loss of life, but also condemns rocket attacks on Israel.

IDF: 550 rockets fired at Israel this week

175 rockets landed in Gaza without reaching Israel during Operation Shield and Arrow.

Sources:

Four uninvolved Gazan civilians killed by failed rocket launches

Four uninvolved Gazan civilians, including a 10-year-old girl, have been killed in Gaza as a result of failed Islamic Jihad rocket launches.

Netanyahu:

'Anyone who tries to harm us, his blood is on his head'

PM visits David's Sling array which shot down a rocket fired at Tel Aviv yesterday, vows to continue to target Islamic Jihad leaders.

Israel denies reports of conditional ceasefire

Arab media reported that Israel agreed to stop targeted assassinations and to return the body of the terrorist Khader Adnan.

US National Security Advisor:

'Israel has the right to defend itself from rocket attacks'

Biden’s National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, speaks to Israeli counterpart, reaffirms ironclad support for Israel’s security.

Jewish Agency chairman visits southern Israel under fire

Doron Almog delivers assistance from The Jewish Agency’s Fund for Victims of Terror to victims of Islamic Jihad rocket fire.

More arrows please

We need to think about how to end the war and at the same time, defeat our enemies. Op-ed

MDA: 19 rocket victims treated today, 51 this week

Magen David Adom updates on number of people treated for injuries and anxiety caused by Islamic Jihad rocket attacks.

MDA raises alert level amidst Gaza conflict

Magen David Adom issues call for public to donate blood as Gaza terror groups launch hundreds of rockets at Israel.

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IDF hits Islamic Jihad terrorists en route to rocket launch site

IDF targets terrorist operatives who were travelling to a rocket launch site.

Islamic Jihad claims new techniques can fool Iron Dome

Terror group claims to be using new launching system to allow its rockets to avoid Iron Dome interceptors.

UAE condemns Gaza strikes, calls for halt to 'escalation'

UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Israeli authorities to “halt escalation and avoid exacerbating tension".

Def. Min. to US counterpart:

IDF is ready for every scenario

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, in wake of Operation Shield and Arrow.

Watch: Israeli planes destroy Gazan rocket pads

IAF fighter planes destroyed rocket launching pads in Gaza before terrorists had a chance to target Israeli cities.

White House:

'Israel has the right to protect itself and defend its people'

White House National Security Council says US is closely following Gaza situation, after Israel eliminated three Islamic Jihad leaders.

New rocket barrages at south, center following ceasefire reports

Red alert sirens activated in Tel Aviv and many other cities as Islamic Jihad continues its attacks on Israel.

Gaza journalist to INN:

'Gazans want quiet but Hamas and Islamic Jihad don't care'

Sami Obeid blames Israel for current conflict, says leaders of Gaza and Israel don't care who suffers in battle.

Operation Shield and Arrow

1 dead as IDF bombs Islamic Jihad rocket launching site

IDF strikes Islamic Jihad positions in the Gaza Strip, including rocket launching site. Netanyahu meets with Opposition Leader Lapid.

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What do Syria, Israel, Libya, Yemen, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Poland have in common? All of them have suffered missile attacks.

British Airways planes divert from Israel over securiy situation

1 plane returns to London overnight, leaving passengers on board for 12 hours, another diverts to Cyprus during rocket barrage.

Benny Gantz:

'In the fight against terrorism, we are all one'

National Unity Party chairman expresses support for counterterrorism operation in Gaza.

Homes in Ashkelon, Sderot, struck in rocket barrage

Well over 300 rockets fired at Israel today as Islamic Jihad continues attacks despite ceasefire reports.

270 rockets:

Report: Israel, Gaza terror groups agree to ceasefire

Eyptian sources claim ceasefire talks successful. David's Sling has first successful interception of rocket fired at Tel Aviv.

IDF: Islamic Jihad preparing for surge in rocket attacks

Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza ramping up rocket launching efforts, Israeli military warns.

Analyst:

Hamas invests in Islamic Jihad, directs terror attacks

'Hamas is nearly the size of Hezbollah, Hezbollah is already a semi-army,' analyst Zvi Yehezkeli says.

Minister Israel Katz warns:

'If Hamas joins the firing, we will target their leaders'

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure sends clear message to Hamas: If they try to harm us, they will be harmed much more severely.

Bennett to CNN:

'I will not apologize for Israel defending its people'

Former Prime Minister defends Israel's counterterrorism operation in Gaza: Islamic Jihad is murdering its own children.

270 rockets:

Netanyahu: We're ready for extended campaign

Hundreds of rockets fired from Gaza towards central and southern Israel, including Tel Aviv. At least one struck a home in Sderot.

Senator Ted Cruz: I stand with Israel

Senator Cruz supports Israeli counterterrorism operation in Gaza: The US must continue to support Israel’s right to defend itself.

Netanyahu:

'We struck the hardest blow Islamic Jihad has ever received'

PM says assassination of 3 leaders created a 'new equation' with Islamic Jihad.

Netanyahu:

'Any escalation will be met with a crushing response'

PM addresses nation after launch of Operation Shield and Arrow, says Islamic Jihad leaders responsible for rocket fire, terror attacks dead.

Where do America's Jews fit in the unfolding Gaza-Iran story?

Diaspora Jews must recognize the hard work ahead of us. We must fully understand our never ending shomer (guardian) obligation.Op-ed.

Hamas vows to respond to Gaza op. with Islamic Jihad

Hamas spokesman says terror group 'part of joint operations leading the response to this crime' amid assessment it would stay out of fight.

US updates statement:

'Israel has the right to defend itself'

After statement calling on all sides to 'de-escalate,' embassy issues clarification emphasizing Israel's right to self-defense.

Netanyahu: We're in the midst of a campaign, don't mess with us

PM addresses Operation Shield and Arrow during security Cabinet meeting.

Netanyahu on Operation: Whoever hurts us will be hurt in turn

PM says Iran seeking to launch multi-front war against Israel, but Israel is prepared for that kind of conflict.

Ambassador Erdan demands:

'Condemn the firing of rockets at Israeli citizens'

Israel's UN Ambassador sends letter ahead of Security Council meeting on Gaza: Israel has the right to defend its people and sovereignty.

US: We call for all parties to deescalate the situation

Embassy issues statement on Operation Shield and Arrow, lamenting loss of life in Gaza, reiterating commitment to Israel's security.