IDF Releases Third Video Disproving Hamas Lies
IDF Spokesperson releases a third video which disproves the lies disseminated by Hamas during Operation Pillar of Defense.
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Updated Home Front Instructions for Israelis
Home Front Command issues updated instructions to Israeli citizens residing at a distance of up to 40 kilometers from Gaza.
Hamas Won't Commit to Ending Rocket Fire
Senior PLO official Nabil Shaath says there are little chances for a ceasefire, because Hamas refuses to accept Israel's conditions.
IDF Has Hit 1,110 Targets in Gaza
The IDF has hit over 1,110 targets in Gaza since the beginning of Operation Pillar of Defense last week.
Lieberman, Chambliss Support Operation in Gaza
Senators Saxby Chambliss and Joe Lieberman both express support for Israel’s Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza.
National Union Elects Knesset List
Members of the Tekuma Central Committee choose the party’s list for the upcoming Knesset elections. MK Uri Ariel will head the list.
Syrian Opposition to Appoint Ambassador to France
France invites Syria's new opposition coalition to send an ambassador to Paris.
Nasrallah: Ground Assault on Gaza is 'Stupid'
Any attempt by Israel to launch a ground assault against Hamas is a "stupid mistake", according to Hizbullah's leader.
Abbas: Gaza Operation is Because of Statehood Bid
PA Chairman claims that the IDF operation in Gaza is meant at preventing the PA from seeking statehood at the United Nations.
Arab Foreign Ministers Blame Israel
Arab foreign ministers denounce Israel's operation in Gaza at an emergency meeting, call to prosecute Israel for war crimes.
IDF Not Ruling Out Gaza Ground Offensive
The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says that the option of a ground operation in Gaza remains on the table.
Bullets Hit IDF Jeep Near Syria Border
Syrian bullets hit an IDF jeep during a patrol along the border. No one was hurt and the IDF fired back.
100 Gaza Rockets Fell in Gaza Itself
Out of 824 rockets fired from Gaza at Israel over the past few days, 100 have landed in Gaza itself, statistics show.
IDF Videos Disprove Hamas Propaganda
Hamas has made false claims it caused damage to Israeli cities and soldiers. The IDF sets things straight.
Iran Condemns 'Barbaric Offensive' in Gaza
Iran's Foreign Minister calls on the UN and the EU to halt what he calls Israel's "barbaric offensive” in Gaza.
Panetta: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself
U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta speaks to Defense Minister Ehud Barak, reaffirms that Israel has the right to defend itself.
UN Sends Protest to Syria Over Golan Attacks
UN sends protest letter to the Syrian government for claiming it had UN permission to attack rebel opponents in the Golan Heights.
Haifa U. Denounces Students who Mourned Jaabari
The University of Haifa denounces a group of its students who mourned the loss of Hamas arch-terrorist Ahmed Jaabari.
UN Chief to Visit Israel in Wake of Gaza Operation
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon will visit Israel next week in an attempt to bring an end to Israel’s military operation in Gaza.
Gaza Terrorists Have Fired Over 300 Rockets
The number of rockets fired at Israel has matched the number of targets the IDF has struck in Gaza in Pillar of Defense.
Barak to Israeli Citizens: Stay Strong
"We must continue to live our normal lives, even during this difficult test," says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.
Egypt's PM to Visit Gaza, Meet Haniyeh
Egypt's prime minister Hisham Qandil to visit Gaza, express his country's solidarity with Hamas.
IDF Has Struck More than 300 Targets in Gaza
Since the beginning of Operation Pillar of Defense, the IDF has struck more than 300 targets throughout Gaza.
More than 100 Rockets Fired at Southern Israel
Gaza-based terrorists fire a barrage of rockets at southern Israel. Iron Dome intercepts 20 of the rockets.
Obama Promises New Diplomatic Push on Iran
President Barack Obama promises to launch a new diplomatic push to solve the longstanding crisis over Iran's nuclear program.
UN Security Council to Meet About Gaza
The UN Security Council will meet in emergency session to discuss escalating tensions between Israel and Gaza.
Report: Israel's Ambassador to Egypt Left Cairo
Egyptian media reports that Israeli ambassador Yaakov Amitai left Cairo after being summoned by the foreign ministry.
Levin: Bill to Annex Judea and Samaria is Ready
MK Levin: If the PA goes ahead with its statehood bid, I will submit a bill to annex Judea and Samaria immediately after the election.
Security Cabinet Allows IDF to Mobilize Reserves
Security Cabinet makes five decisions regarding Operation Pillar of Defense, including allowing the IDF to mobilize reserves.
U.S. Throws its Support Behind Israel
"We support Israel’s right to defend itself," says U.S. State Department. Netanyahu thanks Obama.
Morsi Recalls Ambassador to Israel
Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi recalls the ambassador to Israel in protest of operation Pillar of Defense.
Barak Takes Part in Missile Launching Exercise
Defense Minister Ehud Barak on hand during a live test firing of a Patriot missile.
Labor is Not a Leftist Party, Says Yechimovich
In an unusual move, Labor leader speaks to Arutz Sheva, supports an agreement that keeps 80% of Yesha residents in their homes.
Hamas Arch Terrorist: No Regrets
Hamas terrorist Abdullah Barghouti, serving 67 life sentences in Israel, speaks out from his prison cell.
Bnei Akiva's Ethiopian Youth Celebrate Sigd
Youth from Bnei Akiva’s HaShachar Project visit the pedestrian mall in Jerusalem and celebrate the Sigd holiday.
Syrian Army Promises to Avoid Firing at Israel
The Syrian army has pledged to Israel that its soldiers will avoid firing at the Israeli side of the border.
Polls Close in Jewish Home Primaries
Polls in the Jewish Home party’s primaries closed at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Final results to be announced Wednesday afternoon.
Gaza Terrorists Can't Agree on Who Fired at Jeep
Two Gaza terrorist groups have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on an IDF jeep, revealing tension and mistrust in Gaza.
Muslim Brotherhood Blames Israel for Escalation
Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood says the "Zionist occupier" is to blame for the escalation in the south.
Prosor to UN: Time to Condemn Hamas
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations sends a letter of complaint over the ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel.
