Islamic Jihad

Head of Islamic Jihad in Jenin to be indicted

Bassam al-Saadi launched his terrorist career almost 40 years ago. His arrest prompted Operation Breaking Dawn.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad condemn German investigation of Abbas

Hamas and Islamic Jihad condemn Germany’s investigation over Abbas' claim that Israel committed "50 holocausts" against Palestinians.

Lebanese reporter visits hunger striking terrorist

Khalil Awawdeh has been on hunger strike for 177 days in protest of his administrative detention by Israel.

Israel freezes detention of hunger striking terrorist

IDF Central Command freezes administrative detention of Khalil Awawdeh, whose release Islamic Jihad demanded as condition for Gaza truce.

Is Israel targeting top Islamic Jihad operatives in Syria?

Israel's Chief of Staff revealed the IDF had gone after terrorists in a 'third country' during Operation Breaking Dawn.

Israel's ceasefire agreement with Islamic Jihad in jeopardy

The Palestinian Islamic Jihad believes that Israel is trying to avoid its commitment to release the two terrorists, al-Saadi and Awawada.

Arrest of Islamic Jihad terrorist is extended

Ofer military court extends arrest of Islamic Jihad commander Basa'am Asadi by six days.

Top Islamic Jihad official:

'We are preparing for the next round of fighting against Israel'

Senior member of Islamic Jihad says that "the military arm will not hesitate to respond to Israeli assassinations of Palestinian leaders."

Erdan to UN chief:

'Overturn removal of UN official who condemned rocket fire'

UN official Sarah Muscroft was removed after tweeting support for Gaza ceasefire and condemning indiscriminate rocket fire on Israel.

NBC covers for Palestinian Islamic Jihad

NBC News effectively prevented readers from learning what Israel and AP said about their investigations into PIJ rocket misfires. Op-ed.

UN official loses post after tweeting support for Israel

Sarah Muscroft, a UN official working in directing aid to Palestinians, is to be reassigned after a tweet condemning Islamic Jihad.

Egyptian delegation to visit Israel, discuss terrorists release

Islamic Jihad threatens to renew fighting if Israel refuses to release top terrorist arrested in Jenin and hunger-striking terrorist.

Watch: IDF's helmet-cam video from Nablus shootout

A day after killing wanted terrorist Ibrahim Al-Nablusi, Israel releasing rare footage from the early morning raid in which he was killed.

When will the Islamic Jihad resume attacks on Israel?

The current ceasefire could be broken any day as Israel continues holding a top Islamic Jihad operative behind bars.

Terror organizations threaten flare-up - days after ceasefire

Islamic Jihad calls for 'national uprising' following terrorist elimination, Hamas blames Palestinian Authority for cooperating with Israel.

Israel’s eight-minute ceasefire

Negotiating with jihadists doesn’t work. Op-ed.

Islamic Jihad planned to fire antitank missile at civilian bus

Prior to Gaza op, senior Islamic Jihad officials were preparing to fire an antitank missile at a civilian bus carrying dozens of Israelis.

US Ambassador to the UN:

'Islamic Jihad is a terrorist organization, we support Israel'

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield condemns Islamic Jihad: We fully support Israel’s right to defend its people against terrorist threats.

Why did the Islamic Jihad agree to a ceasefire so quickly?

With the Israeli hits becoming more painful and on target, Iran had no chance but to swallow its pride. Op-ed.

The strategic blindness of Israel’s caretaker government

“Operation Breaking Dawn” was a tactical success but a strategic failure that legitimized Hamas.Op-ed.

Erdan: Not condemning the Islamic Jihad will only motivate them

Israel's UN ambassador urges the UN Security Council to fully condemn the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist group.

Diplomatic sources:

Hamas didn't involve itself, but didn't prevent the rockets

'Israel did not agree to release a single prisoner discussed, Egypt asked for a dialogue on the issue, and we'll allow that,' sources say.

Did Israel pay for the ceasefire? 'We rejected the demands'

Following ceasefire with Islamic Jihad, Public Security Min. responds to claims that Israel agreed to release top Islamic Jihad terrorist.

Breaking Dawn Background and Main Operational Achievements

Everything you should know about Israel's operation against islamic Jihad in Gaza - why it happened, who was involved, what occurred.Report

Conference of Presidents condemns rocket attacks on Israel

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations condemns Islamic Jihad rocket attacks: We stand in solidarity with Israel.

Operation Breaking Dawn:

'I see children running around - cancel the strike'

IDF delayed strike against Islamic Jihad leader several times due to the presence of children in the area.

Islamic Jihad claims:

Egypt promised to free leader arrested by Israel

In ceasefire announcement published on Telegram, Egypt undertakes to help free Islamic Jihad leader.

End of Breaking Dawn?

Ceasefire between Israel and Islamic Jihad goes into effect

National Public Diplomacy Directorate confirms that a ceasefire will take effect at 11:30 p.m.

IDF:

This is what the Islamic Jihad's failed launches look like

Watch: IDF Spokesperson's Unit publishes three-dimensional illustration of the failed launches of the Islamic Jihad in Gaza.

Who's behind the terror group fighting Israel from Gaza?

There are a number of groups even more radical than Hamas within the Gaza Strip. Are we now up against one of these?

Report:

Israel, Islamic Jihad agree to Egyptian-brokered ceasefire

Fighting between Gaza terrorists and Israel set to end Sunday night, according to report.

Breaking Dawn Analysis: Iran is losing ground in the Middle East

Islamic Jihad is directly controlled by Iran.  It is an Iranian faction and its members are called “Palestine’s Shiites” by rivals. Op=ed.

Report: Islamic Jihad refuses humanitarian cease-fire

Israeli govt. wants to prevent humanitarian situation in Gaza from deteriorating to ensure Hamas does not enter the fighting.

Joint List MK deletes tweet blaming Israel for children's deaths

MK Ahmad Tibi erased a tweet claiming the IDF has killed Gazan children with an airstrike on Saturday night.

Watch: The failed rocket launch which killed kids in Jabalia

IDF releases video showing Islamic Jihad rocket launch failing, rocket falling in Gaza.

Rockets fired towards Jerusalem

IDF spokesperson says Jerusalem has air defenses in place as Islamic Jihad targets capital for 1st time in current conflict.

IDF releases video of killing of Islamic Jihad leader

Khaled Mansour had launched numerous terrorist attacks against Israel over the years.

Counter-terror operations in Yesha continue as rockets fly

20 Islamic Jihad suspects arrested in Judea and Samaria overnight. Rioters throw stones, explosives at IDF forces.

IDF: Terror tunnel destroyed

Gaza terrorists have launched 580 rockets and mortars at Israel, IDF strikes 140 Islamic Jihad targets.

Islamic Jihad confirms:

Top leader Khaled Mansour eliminated in Israeli strike

Mansour was involved in dozens of incidents of firing rockets, mortar shells and anti-tank missiles.

Islamic Jihad spokesman:

'Israel attacked Gaza because of the elections'

Speaking to Israeli Arab Radio, Islamic Jihad spokesman accuses Israel of responsibility for the escalation.

Top IDF official:

'We eliminated all Islamic Jihad leaders in Gaza'

Gaza war expected to continue for another few days, IDF official says. 'We will not stop until the PIJ stops threatening us.'

US and UK:

We fully support Israel's right to defend itself

The United States and the United Kingdom publish official statements supporting Israel in its war against the Islamic Jihad organization

IDF commander:

If Islamic Jihad holds its fire, this war will be behind us

'Operation has one clear goal: to end the threat from Islamic Jihad. Hamas is not part of the issue,' Gaza Division Commander Aloni says.

Islamic Jihad military commander eliminated

IDF reports elimination of top Islamic Jihad commander in southern Gaza.

Watch: Elimination of senior Islamic Jihad terrorist

IDF publishes footage from the Friday elimination of Islamic Jihad's Northern Region commander, Tayseer al-Jabari.

IDF general to Gazans:

'The responsibility lies in the hands of Hamas'

Head COGAT publishes video message to the people of Gaza about the current escalation.

Iran blasts Israel:

'Zionist attacks on Gaza are a crime'

Iran warns Israel it "will bear the responsibility" after it launches counterterrorism Operation Breaking Dawn in the Gaza Strip.

Following rocket barrage:

IDF attacks Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza

IDF strikes site for production of materials used in rockets, a weapons production site, a rocket launcher and a military post used.

UN Middle East envoy:

'Deeply concerned by ongoing escalation'

UN Middle East envoy expresses concern following elimination of top Islamic Jihad terrorist. Erdan fires back.

Operation Breaking Dawn:

IDF destroys Islamic Jihad rocket launch site

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit announces that an extensive recruitment of reservists has begun as Operation Breaking Dawn continues.

IDF confirms:

Fighter jets targeted Tayseer Jabari, PIJ Commanding Officer

The IDF and ISA target the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Terrorist Organization’s Northern Gaza Division Commanding Officer.

Defense Min. to Gaza terror groups: 'Your time is up'

Defense Min. Gantz warns Hamas, Islamic Jihad: 'Those who hold the Gazan people hostage will have to take responsibility for the suffering.'

PM Lapid holds security assessment on Gaza tensions

PM Yair Lapid holds security assessment near Gaza, with additional consultations to be held as necessary over the weekend.

UN official visits family of captured Islamic Jihad leader

The visit was allegedly intended to calm tensions between Israel and terrorists in Gaza.

Iranian President:

'Muslim nations deeply hate the usurping Zionist Regime'

Ebrahim Raisi meets Islamic Jihad leader, lashes out at Israel and expresses support for Palestinian Arab “resistance”.

Following assessment:

Restrictions near Gaza border will continue

The restrictions and road closures in the area near the Gaza border will continue on Friday.

Gaza tensions:

IDF bolsters presence along Gaza border

Terrorist groups in Gaza continue threatening Israel after a leading militant was arrested by the IDF in Jenin.

Lapid:

'Israel ready for any development on Gaza border'

The prime minister vowed to strike any terrorist group that threatened the wellbeing of Israeli civilians.

IDF Chief of Staff orders increased readiness on Gaza border

Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi visits Gaza Division as Israel remains in state of readiness 3 days after arresting Islamic Jihad leader.