Pillar Of Defense

IDF Blows Up Hamas Soccer Field-Missile Site

A Gaza soccer field camouflaged an underground missile launching site used to attack Tel Aviv. The IDF knocked it out.

Sharp Drop in Attacks

Iron Dome Frustrates Hamas, Blows Up Three Missiles

The Iron Dome anti-missile system continues to frustrate Hamas, blowing up three more missiles aimed at Ashkelon. One hit a school yard.

Intelligence Expert: Ground Move Required

Ex-Shin Bet Deputy Head says Hamas was caught off balance by IDF attack.

Giving it to MSM Media

PR Executive: Kudos for Murdoch's Pro-Israel Tweet!

Op-ed: Murdoch to be lauded for showing up anti-Israel media bias on a tweet that went viral, writes PR executive to Arutz Sheva.

Cyber War and Missile War

Israel Deflects 44 Million Cyber Attacks

Israel said it had become the victim of 44 million cyber attacks since the beginning of Pillar of Defense operation last week.

Ben Gurion Flight Paths Changed to Avoid Iron Dome

Landing and takeoff flight paths have been altered because of anti-missile rocket activity.

Obama Aims for Truce

Video of Obama: No Country on Earth Would Tolerate Rocket Fire

“There’s no country on Earth that would tolerate missiles raining down on its citizens from outside its borders,” Obama said in Thailand.

Meet the Sderot Yeshiva - a Pillar of Strength!

'Rocket' on Eilat a Work Site Accident

An explosion in Eilat that was thought to be a rocket attack turned out to be from a blast at work on the security fence.

Israel Sends Hamas 36-Hour Ultimatum

Diplomatic message to Egypt: Hamas terrorism must cease by Tuesday evening or we step up attack.

The Clock Ran Out on Terror

IDF War on Terror Began after Refraining for Months

The IDF gathered intelligence on Hamas terror sites months ago but did not act until the latest escalation.

Up Against a Faux-istinian Culture of Human Sacrifice

Peres: There is No 'Occupation' in Gaza

Hamas cannot possibly say that it is firing rockets at Israel because of the “occupation”, President Shimon Peres tells French FM.

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.

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.

Rabbi Melamed: Spiritual and Religious Struggle with Hamas

Rabbi Zalman Melamed strengthens the IDF soldiers who are defending Israel against Hamas’ ongoing rocket attacks.

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 and Chambliss Support Israel's Operation in Gaza

Senators Saxby Chambliss and Joe Lieberman both express support for Israel’s Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza.

Gantz to Reservists: Look Backwards Once, then Look Forward

As the IDF prepares for a possible ground operation in Gaza, Chief of Staff Benny Gantz offers words of encouragement to reservists.

Yishai Hints That Ground Operation is Near

Interior Minister Eli Yishai said that it was likely that Operation Pillar of Defense would continue – and be expanded as well.

WESTERN FRONT: A Moment of Truth in Israel

Police in New York Urge More Security at Jewish Institutions

Israel's campaign against Hamas terrorists in Gaza has led to repercussions in the Jewish world.

Ashdod Man Finds Unexploded Rocket on Roof of Building

A resident of Ashdod may have saved many lives – when he found an unexploded rocket on the roof of his apartment building

Just When We Thought the NY Times Couldn't Get Worse...

Israel Doing Better in PR than in Previous Wars

Haifa U Bans Public Events After Arabs Mourn Hamas Terrorist

Haifa University has suspended all public activity on campus, after Arab students held a “memorial service” for Ahmed Jaabari

Hamas: Ceasefire Talks have Failed

An Israeli representative is reportedly in Cairo for talks with the terror group. Ban Ki Moon to visit Tuesday.

Barak: Ground Attack May Happen Very Soon

Defense Minister says Israel will not hesitate to launch assault unless Hamas stops firing.

Obama Gives Yellow Light to Ground Operation

Britain warned against a ground operation in Gaza, but President Obama appeared to leave the decision to Israel.

Barak, U.S. Ambassador Praise Iron Dome

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro said that the U.S. would provide Israel with $300 million for further Iron Dome development.

Naftali Bennett: We won't Give In

Newly elected Jewish Home head faces off successfully with CFR's Ed Husain on CNN.

IDF Eliminates Another Top Hamas Terrorist

In a precision strike IDF aircraft eliminated Yihya Abiya, responsible for managing Hamas' rocket terror campaign against Israel.

Lieberman: No Talks Until Rocket Attacks Stop Completely

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman discussed Operation Pillar of Defense with the French Foreign Minister

Direct Hit on Car in Ofakim: 4 Hurt, One Seriously

Two missiles intercepted by Iron Dome over Tel Aviv.

Upswing in Road Terror Parallels Gaza Attacks

Israeli residents of Judea and Samaria have noticed increased road terror with Operation Pillar of Defense and stepped up Gaza rocket fire.

Israel's Better PR Position

Analysis: Israel Doing Better in PR Sphere than in Other Wars

Analysis: Israel is encountering a more favorable information climate than in previous wars.

Grad Katyushas Hit Residential Areas in Be'er Sheva

Three Grad Katyusha missiles struck the southern city of Be'er Sheva Sunday afternoon. Two hit residential neighborhoods.

Int'l Pressure for Truce

Netanyahu: IDF Prepared to Enter Gaza

Netanyahu says the IDF is prepared to enter Gaza. "The soldiers are ready.” Ban Ki-Moon to press Israel for truce.

Missile Barrage after Lull

Iron Dome Intercepts Two Missiles on Tel Aviv

Iron Dome intercepts two missiles on Tel Aviv and Ashdod. Massive rocket barrage in two hours. Hamas says truce is near.

Turkish Islamic Scholar: 'Rocket Attacks Stupid and Pointless'

Turkish Islamic scholar Adnan Oktar is urging Hamas and Islamic Jihad on his TV show to stop the rocket fire and focus on the Messiah.

Video: Precise Bombing of Missile Site in Mosque Yard

New IAF Video: Surgical attack on underground launching site located in the backyard of a mosque. Mosque was not hit.

Siren Saves Lives

Missile Strikes Ashkelon Apartments, One Wounded

Hamas missile blasts through Ashkelon apartments. Siren saves lives as residents rush to shelter. One injured from shrapnel.

Israel Fights Hamas Propaganda, Knocks out TV Antenna

The Air Force has bombed a Hamas communication antenna without striking the building, contrary to media reports.

Pillar of Defense Updated Live Blog:

Day Five: Missile attacks and Operation Pillar of Defense could delay Israel's upcoming national elections.

Hamas Copies Hizbullah tactic

Video: Sophisticated Hamas Underground Missile Launchers

The sophisticated underground rocket launcher system in Gaza has been exposed by the terrorist organization in a video.

Video: Air Force Blows Up Hamas Commander’s Home

The Air Force bombed the home of Hamas’ northern commander Ahmed Randor in what foreign media called a strike on “civilians.”

Media Gobble Up Hamas’ False Reports

No journalists were targeted in the reported aerial attack on a media center in Hamas, an IDF spokeswoman told Arutz Sheva.

Nasrallah: Israeli 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.

Video: Pro-Israel vs. Anti-Israel Protests Near White House

Pro-Israel rally outside the White House met by pro-Arab protesters who held up signs such as “End the siege on Gaza”.

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 for Gaza Violence

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.

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.

Israel Denies Ceasefire Reports

Israel will send a senior official to Cairo to sign a ceasefire, Hizbullah-affiliated channel reported Saturday. Israel denies report..

Today, Missiles from Gaza;Tomorrow, from the PA

Erdogan: Israel Making Fuss over Its 3 Dead

Arab foreign ministers discuss Gaza in emergency meeting. Erdogan says Israel violated ceasefire.

Analysis: Will Ground Operation Topple Hamas?

IDF's options include finishing what Cast Lead started, or applying pressure and waiting for Hamas to cry uncle.

Hamas Headquarters Leveled, 'Gaza Power Grid Targeted'

IDF operation is seen as very successful thus far; Obama, Europe and even Israeli press relatively supportive.

World Jewry is There for Israel: JFNA Commits $5M

Israelis in rocket-free zones open their doors for families seeking refuge from targeted areas.