Israel Pushing Ahead with Next Anti-Missile System
In the wake of the great success of Iron Dome, Israel is now pushing ahead with the development of the Magic Wand system.
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Olmert to Livni: Let's Run Together
Tzipi Livni is expected to meet Sunday with former PM Ehud Olmert and discuss with him the possibility of their running together.
Egypt: Rafiah Explosion Destroys Intelligence Bldg
An explosion in the Egyptian city of Rafiah destroys part of an intelligence building.
Arafat Exhumation Set for Tuesday
Palestinian Authority say the body of former PA Chairman Arafat will be exhumed next week to see if he was poisoned.
Ahmadinejad Congratulates Hamas on its 'Victory'
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad congratulates Hamas's prime ministeron a "great victory" over Israel.
Torontonians Rally in Support of Israel
About 150 people attended a rally in support of Israel's counter-terrorism operation outside the Israeli Consulate in Toronto this week.
France Hints it Will Support PA's UN Bid
French Foreign Minister reminds senate that President Hollande promised to promote recognition of a Palestinian state.
Widow: Arafat Exhumation Painful but Necessary
Former PA Chairman Arafat's widow says the exhumation of her husband is necessary because of suspicions Israel poisoned him.
Lieberman: Power is Also About Holding Back
"I am proud that we can make decisions even when they are contrary to electoral interests," Minister Lieberman says about Gaza.
Son of Hamas Terrorist Vows to Avenge His Death
The son of Hamas arch-terrorist Ahmed Jaabari vows to avenge his father’s death, says it will be "very painful".
Some Students in the South to Return to School
After days of staying in shelters, students in some parts of the south will return to school on Friday.
Morsi Called a 'New Pharaoh' After Sweeping Powers
Critics of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi call him a “new pharaoh” after he assumes sweeping powers.
Gaza Operation Because of Elections?
Netanyahu and Barak started Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza because of electoral considerations, says Maj. Gen. (res.) Elazar Stern.
Arabs Target Jerusalem Light Rail
Arabs throw a firebomb or a sharp rock at the Jerusalem Light Rail. No one hurt.
Syria: Dozens Hurt in Bombing on Aleppo Hospital
Syrian warplanes bombard the rebel-held district of the city of Aleppo, causing dozens of casualties.
Egypt Foils Attempt to Smuggle Rockets from Libya
Security officials in Egypt confiscate Grad rockets and rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition bound for Sinai.
Terrorists Target Israeli Bus in Gush Etzion
Terrorists open fire at an Israeli bus at the Gush Etzion junction. No one hurt.
Hamas Not Behind Tel Aviv Attack, Claims Mashaal
Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal tells CNN he would accept a Palestinian state but would not recognize Israel.
Security Council Praises Ceasefire
UN praises the Gaza ceasefire, while world hails Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi for mediating the efforts.
IDF Spokesman: We Will Foil Terror
IDF Spokesman Brigadier General Yoav Mordechai: Despite the ceasefire, we have a mandate to foil any terror attack on Israelis.
Southern Israel's Schools to Remain Closed
Despite the ceasefire, the Home Front Command instructs schools in southern Israel to remain closed on Thursday.
IDF Summarizes Operation: 1,500 Gaza Targets Hit
The IDF hit more than 1,500 targets in Gaza during Operation Pillar of Defense, according to a statement of summary.
Terrorists Fire 20 Rockets Since Ceasefire Begins
Gaza’s terrorist rulers mark the ceasefire by firing 20 rockets in three hours at southern Israel.
Poll: Nationalist Camp Gains Strength
Israel’s nationalist parties could win 66 seats in the next election, new poll finds.
Jordan's King Warns Netanyahu
Jordan’s King Abdullah II telephones Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and warns against a ground operation in Gaza.
Minister Katz: The Shomron is the Safest Place
"In an age where missiles are being fired at Israeli cities, Samaria is the safest place," says Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz.
Photos: Missile Hits Rishon LeZion Building
A Gaza missile destroyed the upper floors of a residential building in Rishon LeZion.
U.S. Criticizes Erdogan After New Remarks
Erdogan accuses Israel of "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza, U.S. says the comments are "not helpful".
Netanyahu: We Avoid Hitting Innocents, They Don't
Netanyahu: I'm not sure there's another military that goes to such great lengths to keep innocents out of harm's way.
IAF Hits Hamas Center in a Gaza Media Building
In a surgical airstrike, the IAF hits a Hamas center located in the building housing AFP's Gaza City office. No reporters hurt.
Video: IAF Hits Gaza Tunnels
IAF hits dozens of terrorist sites in Gaza, including tunnels tunnels through which fuel is transferred to terrorists.
Clinton: Our Commitment to Israel is Rock Solid
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speaks to the cameras after arriving in Israel for meetings on a ceasefire.
Security Council in a Deadlock Over Gaza
Security Council hits a deadlock on the Gaza conflict, as US says it opposes any action that undermines efforts to reach a ceasefire.
IAF Airstrikes Hit Bank, Senior Hamas Terrorist
IAF aircraft strike Gaza branch of the National Islamic Bank, as well as the home of Jaabari successor, Raed Al-Attar.
Erdogan: Israel is a 'Terrorist State'
Israel is a "terrorist state" that "massacres innocent children,” Turkish PM claims.
U.S. Sending Ships to Evacuate Americans in Israel
CNN: 3 US warships on standby in the eastern Mediterranean in case of need to assist Americans leaving Israel. Embassy denies report.
Nasrallah: Israel Has Failed in Gaza
Hizbullah leader Hassan Nasrallah pledges his group's support for the Hamas terrorist rulers of Gaza.
Report: Gaza Ceasefire 'Within Hours'
A ceasefire between Israel and Gaza could go into effect “within several hours”, according to Al-Arabiya.
Dozens of Gaza Targets Attacked
IDF hits a slew of terrorist targets on the sixth day of Operation Pillar of Defense.
Terrorists Target Judea and Samaria
PA Arabs throw rocks and firebombs at Israeli citizens and soldiers in a series of attacks in Judea and Samaria.
