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Hamas Scare Video Targets Be'er Sheva Residents

'Settlers of Be'er Sheva – your leaders have killed our children and sentenced you to death,' declares Hamas production.

Hamas Threatens Israel After its Members Killed in Airstrike

Hamas says six of its members were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza, threatens to make Israel pay.

Deputy Education Minister: Restraint is a Scandal

Deputy Education Minister Avi Wortzman calls for an end to Israel's restraint in the wake of the endless rocket fire from Gaza.

Netanyahu, Liberman Spar Over 'Tough Talk'

A sharp exchange ensued between Prime Minister Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Liberman over what ministers should say in public.

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Tzipi Livni Advocates Deterrence Against Hamas

Justice Minister known for pushing peace talks admits that 'there is no hope for peace' with Hamas, calls to 'act forcefully.'

110 Rockets Fired on Israel Since Wednesday

Statistics on escalation in Gaza surface as Israel waits to see action - or a ceasefire.

Netanyahu Calls for Calm, Blasts Arab Leaders Over Riots

Prime Minister emphasizes 'hard line' against lawbreakers, warns Israeli Arabs that citizenship entails following the law.

IDF Officials Favor Ceasefire with Hamas to Gaza Offensive

Despite rising calls to launch a full-scale operation in Gaza, the IDF is proud of its 'restraint,' an official states.

Abbas Pleads with Hamas to Stop Rocket Fire

Mahmoud Abbas asks Khaled Meshaal 'not to give Israel an excuse' to launch a Gaza op.; Meshaal holds out for PA to end wage disputes.

Minister: Operation in Gaza Ineffective in Stopping Hamas

Ya'akov Perry admits that while a full-scale assault in Gaza could temporarily provide peace, 'you cannot destroy an ideology.'

Breaking News

Suspect in Boys' Kidnapping Arrested in Hevron

Hussam Dufash, third suspect named on Friday, arrested late Saturday night after contacting reporters over the case.

Bennett: Restraint Against Rocket Fire is 'Weak'

Jewish Home Chairman pushes 'zero tolerance' on rocket fire, slams implication that Negev less important to protect than Tel Aviv.

Minister Calls to Cut Aid to Gaza, Target Hamas Leaders

Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz blasts Israeli government's 'wrong policies,' urges it to do 'what needs to be done' on Hamas.

Former Intelligence Chief Predicts Gaza Operation

Amos Yadlin insists a small-scale assault on Hamas in Israel's future, rejects claims that Israel lacks deterrence.

IAF Strikes in Gaza Following Rocket Barrage

IAF launches airstrikes against three terrorist targets in southern Gaza.

Gaza Rocket Fire Continues Amid Ceasefire Rumors

While Egypt is reportedly working on a ceasefire agreement, Gaza terrorists fire 17 rockets on Israelis.

Liberman Slams Ceasefire Proposal With Hamas as 'Huge Mistake'

Foreign Minister slams lack of deterrence during Sderot visit, calls for systematic operation against Hamas with US involvement.

Possible Third Hamas Kidnapping Suspect Identified

Arab sources in Hevron reveal that another Hamas terrorist has been missing since June 12, night the three teens were murdered.

Report: Egypt Brokering Ceasefire Between Israel, Hamas

Ceasefire 'not ready', Hamas official says, despite telling BBC that it would be ready 'within hours' earlier Friday. Is an assault ahead?

Murdered Arab Teen's Mother Calls for Violent Revenge

Mother of 16 year-old Mohammed Abu-Khder supports increased violence against Israel, as it 'exercises Palestinian rights.'

Israel Under Fire

Gaza Rockets Rain On Despite IDF's 48 Hour Ultimatum

Flaunting threats of IDF attack, terrorists in Hamas-enclave continue the escalation Friday morning; Hamas source claims imminent ceasefire.

Intelligence Minister Says Gaza Operation is 'Inevitable'

After IDF 48 hour ultimatum, Steinitz says 'Gaza is growing an army with artillery,' says Israel should choose timing of operation.

Hamas Editor Links Teen's Murder with 'Matzah Blood Libel'

Editor of Hamas's paper associates death of teen with the blood libel that Jews use blood of non-Jews for matzah.

'We're Not Afraid of Israel's Threats', Declares Hamas

A spokesman for Hamas's "military wing" declares that Hamas knows very well how to respond to an Israeli attack in Gaza.

Sderot Residents Protest Against Rocket Barrage

Fed up residents take the streets, demanding that the government 'destroy Hamas' and stop its rain of rockets.

Ministers Demand 'Whatever Needed to Destroy Hamas'

In Sderot Lapid says 'no sane country would tolerate this'; Danon leaves possibility of ground invasion on the table.

IDF Deploys More Troops on Gaza Border amid Airstrike

Over 30 rockets rain on Israel since Wednesday; IDF moves 'HQ, not field level' officers to Gaza in 'defensive' move.

Petition Calls to Expel Hamas Leaders from Judea and Samaria

Israel Law Center launches new campaign to force Defense Minister to deport Hamas leaders to Gaza.

IDF Arrests Hamas PA Parliament Member

The IDF continued with its campaign of rounding up Hamas terrorists, arresting a Hamas member of the PA parliament.

IAF Hits 15 Hamas Targets in Gaza

IAF launches airstrikes against 15 terror sites in Gaza, a response to the latest escalation in rocket attacks.

International Community Call for 'Restraint' Despite Arab Riots

UN, US State Dept. believe unconfirmed rumors Arab teen's murder was 'vengeance,' calls on Israel to 'act with restraint' despite riots.

Israel Under Fire

Rockets Rain on Israel as Hamas Vows Revenge

Barrage hits Israel hours after Hamas threatens action over murder of Arab teen. Reports emerge that IAF may be retaliating.

MKs Call on Netanyahu to Fire Livni, Begin War on Terror

Israeli leaders begin to express frustration at lack of deterrence against terrorism, amid rising tensions and unrest.

Hamas Threatens Israel 'Will Pay' For Murder of Arab Teen

Despite doubts over circumstances of the murder of Mohammed Abu Khder, Hamas adds its voice to those blaming Israel.

Abbas Asked Egypt to Block an Israeli Gaza Operation

PA source tells Hamas paper that Abbas requested Egypt coordinate with other countries to stop Israeli military action in Gaza.

Protesters in Tel Aviv Call to Topple Hamas

Hundreds of Israelis demonstrate outside the Security Cabinet meeting, demand an extensive military operation to topple Hamas.

IDF Siezes 1.2 Million NIS of Terror Funds in Hamas Crackdown

Army summarizes success in mission so far: 442 terrorists arrested, 1.2 million shekels in terror funds seized - and more.

Netanyahu Threatens: 'We Will Expand Operation as Needed'

Hours after funeral PM threatens Hamas, outlining three missions central to Israel's response to the murder of the three teens.

Veiled Admission? Hamas Says Kidnapping Was 'Failed Activity'

Spokesperson asserts kidnappers 'failed' in their mission, even while not taking responsibility; threatens steps to 'balance' IDF operation.

Responding to Murders, Arab League Condemns 'Israeli Escalation'

Arab League says Israel responsible for 'everything that has happened and everything which will happen'; Hamas reiterates threats.

Danon: This Should Spell the End of Hamas

Deputy Defense Minister says the tragic end to the kidnapping should also spell the end for Hamas.

Homes of Kidnappers Demolished

IDF demolished the homes of the two main suspects in the kidnapping and killing of three teenagers, according to eyewitnesses.

Cabinet Discusses Response to Murder, No Decision Reached

Meeting of the Security Cabinet on possible responses to the murder of the three Israeli teenagers ends without a consensus.

Netanyahu Vows: 'Hamas Will Pay' for Boys' Murder

'Revenge for the blood of a teenager or young man is not the devil's work,' Netanyahu said. 'Hamas is responsible, Hamas will pay.'

Hamas Vows to 'Open the Gates of Hell' if IDF Responds to Murder

Islamist group thought to be behind murders warns Israel not to escalate operation against in after boys' bodies discovered.

'Kidnapping Handbooks' May Have Guided Abduction

Hamas distributed detailed booklets providing doctrinal, logistical instructions to abduct Israelis. Was this abduction 'by the book'?

Netanyahu Threatens Hamas: Stop The Rockets 'Or We Will'

Netanyahu says Israel 'will not allow continuation of rocket fire,' after morning of rocket attacks against southern communities.

Hamas Asks Turkey to Stop 'Israeli Aggression'

Khaled Mashaal calls Turkish FM, asks for pressure against Israel same morning Hamas terrorists pepper Israel with rockets.

Israel Says Hamas Launched Latest Rocket Barrage

Israel accuses Hamas of firing 15 rockets, reportedly first time since 2012 Operation Pillar of Defense; Hamas makes threats.

Netanyahu: Israel Ready to 'Expand' Gaza Operations

Prime Minister tells cabinet meeting strikes on terrorists in Gaza will be escalated if need be; comes after spike in rocket attacks.

How One Woman's War Against Iran Could Make Legal History

For years, Nitsana Darshan-Leitner has been battling terrorists and their sponsors in the courts - has she just found her trump card?

Leading Rabbi: War, Not Music Concerts, Will Save Kidnapped Boys

Leading religious-Zionist rabbi says solidarity event won't help find kidnapped boys, urges protests for tougher IDF crackdown on Hamas.

Bennett Praises the 'Long Arm of the IDF' After Sderot Fire

'We will make sure it is our enemies who are in shelters,' Bennett vows, as residents bravely return to work.

Liberman Calls to Retake Gaza Following Renewed Rocket Fire

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman reiterates call to crack down on Hamas in Gaza, says 'limited' operation could prove ineffective.

Day Seventeen

IDF Arrests 25 Terrorists Overnight; 413 Arrested in Total

Operation Brother's Keeper: 413 total terrorists arrested, 2,200 sites searched - and IDF officials say intelligence plays a big role.

Herzog: Abbas Promised Help in Search for Teens

Labor head MK Yitzchak Herzog said that PA chief Mahmoud Abbas had personally promised that to help Israel find three missing teens.

Hamas Admits Giving Rocket Terror a Free Hand

Hamas deputy leader says group is not making a single arrest to stop the rocket barrage; used 2012 ceasefire to expand power.

Knesset Deputy Speaker Says Hamas 'Aren't Terrorists'

Arab MK Ahmed Tibi, following in Zoabi's footsteps, whitewashes Hamas against Netanyahu's 'insolence.'

Hamas Calls on Iran to Join the 'Struggle' Against Israel

Khaled Mashaal writes Rouhani in light of Operation Brother's Keeper, asks for help 'to end the aggression.'