Kite Terror

Watch: Balloon terror sparks fire - just as train passes

Gazan 'balloon terror' sparks fire near the train tracks in the Sdot Negev Regional Council in southern Israel - just as a train passes.

Watch: Explosive-laden balloon detonated in southern Israel

Explosive balloon launched by Gaza terrorists into Israel lands in Netivot, is detonated.

The coming major Gaza eruption and what should be known about it

Would any nation hesitate to retaliate massively if its civilians' lives and property were deliberately attacked daily? Op-ed.

Gaza terror ignites 35 fires in southern Israel

Gaza terrorists send Israelis running to bomb shelters, cause nearly three dozen wildfires in Israel.

'We'll need to take the gloves off and hit balloon terrorists'

'Every balloon bomb is a threat, we'll need to take off the gloves,' Education Min. Galant warns.

Hamas balloons and Hitler's doodlebugs

Hamas balloons are like the Doodlebug Hitler sent to annihilate the residents of London. Why waste a good idea? Op-ed.

Netanyahu: 'We'll extract a heavy price for balloon terror'

PM Netanyahu visits Air Force base, warns balloon terror will come at 'heavy price.'

Balloon terror returns to south

Heads of local authorities in southern Israel call on government to respond after Gaza arson balloons cause 3 fires.

'Gradual escalation with Gaza isn't random'

'Hamas is sending a message, it's not happening randomly,' Arab affairs expert Avi Issacharoff says.

Eleven fires in Gaza border community

Arson causes 11 fires near Israeli communities on Gaza-Israel border.

Incendiary kites - near Ben Gurion Airport

During Ramadan, explosives and incendiary kites threaten Lod residentsl: 'We're in danger of our lives,' Lod resident says.

'Action in Gaza can happen before the elections'

'Lack of quiet in the south will be answered with force that Hamas cannot imagine,' PM Netanyahu warns.

'Bennett is planning major military action in Gaza'

'Response to explosive balloons is same as response to rockets,' Yamina MKs say.

IDF hits Hamas targets in Gaza

Retaliating for 'balloon bombs' launched into Israel, IDF attacks Hamas terror targets in southern Gaza.

An explosive balloon - right outside the door

Father whose family awakened to discover explosives on their doorstep tells Arutz Sheva: 'The balloons were intended to tempt children.'

Balloon bombs discovered near Beit Shemesh

Explosive device lands near Beit Shemesh-area town, marking third 'balloon terror' incident in five days.

Indictments for kite terrorism

2 Gazans indicted for numerous offenses, including throwing explosives at soldiers, launching arson kites, infiltrating Israel.

Explosive balloon located near Jewish town

Police sappers destroy explosive balloon which fell near Jewish town in southern Israel.

INTO THE FRAY- Gaza: Gratuitous gobbledygook

Booby-trapped book in southern Israel

Hikers discover explosive device hidden in river.

Source: Israel preparing for military solution

Diplomatic source warns: If border doesn't remain quiet, Israel will reapply sanctions against Hamas.

Bennett: Hit the terrorists preparing explosive balloons

'An explosive balloon is like an anti-tank missile, and anyone who releases it is a terrorist trying to murder Israels," Bennett says.

Hamas: We're entering second phase of 'ceasefire'

Hamas claims transfer of Qatari money initiated second stage of ceasefire - despite increase in incendiary balloons.

Amalek is on our doorstep and he has a burning kite in his hands

Incendiary balloons spark fire in Kissufim forest

Incendiary balloons spark several fires in Kissufim Forest. Firefighters, Nature & Parks Authority, KKL, and IDF, working to control flames.

Smuggling of millions of balloons to Gaza thwarted

Israeli authorities seize Chinese shipment of balloons colored like PA flag, ordered by Hevron Arab for use as incendiary weapons in Gaza.

Firebomb launched from Gaza lands in IDF base

Explosive device found in IDF base was one of 30 sent into Israel.

Hamas: Israel will evacuate Tel Aviv in next war

Hamas leader claims terror organization 'sword and shield' of 'Palestinian nation,' promises to attack Tel Aviv in next war.

Israel strikes Gaza terror cells

IDF hits terror cells launching explosive balloons into Israel.

Escalation in Israel's south

IDF strikes on military targets in Gaza after grenade round lands in Israeli town.

Balloons explode in Gaza-area communities

Two explosive-laden balloons sent into Israel by Gazan terrorists explode in Jewish border town.

Suspicious balloon lands in Jerusalem

In first, incendiary balloon lands in central Jerusalem.

KKL ramps up funding for torched Gaza region

KKL board approves NIS 66 million assistance plan to Gaza border region that has been devastated by flaming kites.

Gaza 'kite terror' sparks large fire in southern Israel

Firefighters, security officials, and farmers work to prevent balloon-ignited fire from spreading to greenhouses.

Hamas entices preschoolers to play with incendiary balloons

New report says terrorists are attaching lights, toys, to incendiary balloons in attempts to lure preschoolers into playing with them.

Two explosive-laden balloons land in southern Israel

Police called to the scene after explosive-laden balloons land in southern Israel.

Incendiary balloons land in playground

Police sappers neutralize incendiary balloons found in children's playground in southern Israel.

A homicidal Jew-hatred is going viral, again

Incendiary kite lands in Samaria

Incendiary kite sent from Shechem lands near Samaria winery. Regional Council head says arson attempts 'likely to harm only Arab fields.'

Education Minister: The story with the children is an excuse

Education Minister Bennett demands terrorists be eliminated, says most of those sending incendiary kites, balloons, into Israel are adults.

DM: Hamas using children to send incendiary kites

Defense Minister Liberman explains decision to close Gaza crossing, says Hamas uses children to send incendiary balloons into Israel.

'When people take you seriously, you can live in peace'

Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Kedar explains why Israel's friends aren't necessarily 'good guys,' says only deterrence sustains Israel.

'We've found incendiary balloons in Bedouin encampments'

Intelligence officer says incendiary balloons have traveled farther than Be'er Sheva.

Incendiary balloon lands near Be'er Sheva hospital

In unprecedented event, Israel Police suspect incendiary balloon originating in Gaza landed in Be'er Sheva.

The US firefighters volunteering to protect Israel's south

A profile of the American firefighters who dropped everything in order to protect Israel's burning south from Hamas' kite terrorism.

Border crossing with Gaza to partially reopen

Defense Minister Liberman says crossing will return to full activity when no more incendiary kites and balloons are launched.

IDF attacks a terror cell launching arson balloons

IDF aircraft strike terrorists launching incendiary balloons from Gaza into Israel.

Incendiary kites found in Jerusalem yard

Israel Police investigate whether incendiary balloons found in Jerusalem yard were sent from neighboring Arab town.

Report: Israel, Hamas, agree to end escalation

London newspaper claims Israel promised no Gaza war in exchange for 'diligent' work by Hamas to end kite terror.

Report: Hamas to end use incendiary kites and balloons

Gaza terrorists discover new weapon as Hamas promises to end kite terror.

'Four years without a grave, no address for tears'

Minister Bennett speaks at Hadar Goldin memorial service: 'Protective Edge will end only when Hadar and Oron arrive to burial in Israel.'

'No ceasefire until incendiary kites stop'

PM Netanyahu says government told IDF to stop incendiary kites, balloons, says deterrence is a 'process.'

Likud MK challenges PM Netanyahu

MK Hazan calls on government to 'look southern residents in the eye' and provide answers.

IDF General: Israel to target terrorists launching terror kites

After months of standing by as flaming kites scorched Israel's south, Southern Command head says the rules have changed.

'Government has lost all control'

Zionist Union chair wonders why PM hasn't yet visited Gaza area residents: 'Nothing like this has happened in the history of Israel.'

Defense Minister: We will neither 'contain' rockets nor kites

Liberman at cabinet meeting: 'I hope Hamas draws conclusions. If not - they will pay a heavy price.'

Islamic Jihad: Ceasefire does not include kites

Gaza terror groups say ceasefire with Israel doesn't include launching of terror kites, considered an act of 'freedom of expression.'

Gilad 'disengagement was a success' Sharon is vexed

Gilad Sharon mustn't have known what he was saying when he urged Israel to adopt the Argentinian model this week. Commentary.

'An organized regime is burning our homes'

Shikmim Ranch owner Gilad Sharon, who suffered fires in recent days from incendiary kites, calls on government to act vigorously in Gaza.

'If we send a clear message - there will be deterrence in Gaza'

Former top official in defense ministry says response to kite terror came too late, display of determination will bring true deterrence.