Hamas

Shoot-Out Follows Explosion

Update: Three Soldiers Wounded in Bomb Blast in Gaza

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza blew up a bomb and shot at Israeli soldiers, who returned fire. One soldier lightly wounded.

Syria Shuts Down Hamas Offices

As rift deepens between Hamas and the Syrian regime, Syrian security forces shut down all the offices belonging to Hamas.

Gaza’s New Enemy: An Escaped Crocodile

A crocodile, apparently an escapee from a zoo, has been roaming in northern Gaza’s sewers for two years, escaping attempts to capture it.

Qassam Rocket Attack: No Injuries, No Damage and No Report

Gaza terrorists continue to attack Israel, and media continue to ignore rocket strikes – so long as there are no injuries or damage.

Hamas Slams Abbas over Israeli TV Interview

Hamas irked by PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas's remarks that he considers Palestine “a state within the pre-1967 borders.”

Bahrain Follows Qatar, Sends Delegation to Gaza

A high-level Bahraini delegation will arrive in Gaza on Thursday, the Hamas government announces.

Ex-General: Is Israel Waiting for Jewish Blood?

Former general: Each rocket should mean a dead Hamas leader or an obliterated Gaza street.

Shabak Busts Hamas Recruiter Squad in Binyamin Area

The Shabak has arrested a large group of Hamas terrorists who have been recruiting members, and terrorists, in the Ramallah area

Daily Provocation Continues: 18 Rockets since Midnight

Gaza terrorists pepper southern Israel with rocket fire, hoping to kill civilians. No casualties reported.

Photos of Devastating Rocket Damage

Qassam and Grad missiles often are described as exploding “in open areas,” but it only takes one direct hit to realize the devastation.

Senior Hamas Official Arrested in Samaria

MP Mahmud al-Ramahi was detained and his car impounded at a military roadblock in Samaria.

Ceasefire Over As it Begins: Mortar Fired at Southern Israel

A mortar shell fell in southern Israel, hours after a cease fire by Gaza terror groups was supposed to come into effect.

No Rockets Fired Since Midnight Wednesday

There were contradicting reports Thursday morning that terror groups in Gaza had agreed to a cease fire

Morsi Stands Up for 'Palestinians'

Egypt does not accept nor can turn a blind eye to any aggression against 'Palestinians', says President Mohammed Morsi.

Conflicting Reports about Gaza 'Ceasefire'

A supposed Egyptian-brokered ceasefire has been reached between Gaza’s Hamas rulers and Israel, some reports say.

Hamas Opens Round Two: 13 More Missiles on the South

Round Two: 13 More rockets cause widespread damage, prompt Peres to question a $250 million check from Qatar.

Oil Talks: US Goes Soft on Qatari Emir’s Visit to Gaza

Oil talks louder than money: The US departs from a policy of damning visits to Gaza, says the Qatari emir was on a “humanitarian mission.”

Southern Israel Cancels School Under Rocket Fire

Thousands of Israeli children were ordered to stay home from school on Wednesday to keep them safe from Gaza rocket fire.

Southern Israel under Fire

Update: Two Seriously Wounded in Massive Rocket Barrage

Hamas and allied terrorists pound Israel with more than 50 rocket attacks Wednesday. Several wounded, two seriously.

Qatar Brings New Weapon to Gaza -- Money

The emir of oil-rich Qatar brought money to Hamas in Gaza in an apparent ploy to buy his way into the region. It may backfire.

State Dept. in the Dark on Qatar Visit to Gaza

Qatar’s emir is first foreign leader to visit Hamas, but the State Dept. does not seem to be clued in. “Let me check,” says spokesman.

‘Gaza Roulette’ Blows Up, Bibi Vows ‘Hard’ Response

Netanyahu promises a “hard response” after one of daily terrorist attacks from Gaza “succeeded” as Qatar leader visits Hamas HQ.

Israeli Flotilla Activists Freed from Custody

Three Israelis who participated in an illegal flotilla attempt to breach the maritime blockade of Gaza have been placed under house arrest.

PA Elections Show Voter Apathy in Judea, Samaria

Voter apathy was the biggest statement to emerge Saturday from the first Palestinian Authority local elections to be held since 2005.

One Year Later: Hamas Airs Film Detailing Shalit's Kidnapping

Hamas marks the one year anniversary of 1,027 freed terrorists by airing film depicting Shalit's capture

Since Shalit Deal: 15 Terrorists Re-arrested

IDF Website says concerns that released terrorists would cause terror escalation proved unfounded.

Hamas: Price for Next Released Soldier to Go Up

Hamas on Thursday released a preview of a feature-length film which will portray the kidnapping of Gilad Shalit

Kuperwasser: Arabs Are Brainwashed, Terrorism Is Inevitable

Top security official Yossi Kuperwasser said that only foreign pressure on Hamas would end the current round of rocket attacks on Israel

Life Returns to 'Normal' 1 Year Post-Shalit Swap Deal

One year after more than a thousand imprisoned PA terrorists were swapped for a single IDF soldier, Arabs say life has returned to “normal.”

Details Released About Gaza Blockade Measures

Among measures taken by the blockade, the amount of calories were calculated by the IDF to avoid a humanitarian disaster in Gaza.

Rocket Attacks This Year on Israel at Rate of Two Every Day

Gaza terrorists continued to target Israelis Wednesday with the 506th missile or mortar shell this year - a rate of almost two a day.

iPhone 5 Frenzy in Gaza Despite So-Called 'Harsh Blockade'

Apple’s pricey new iPhone 5 is selling like hotcakes in Gaza despite inflated prices and Israel's so-called "harsh blockade."

Israel Asks UN to Send Humanitarian Boat to Syria, not Gaza

Israel tells the UN to try to convince pro-Arab activists not to sail to Gaza. "Activists should sail to Syria," says Prosor.

Fatah Uncovers Hamas Archive

The preventive security force uncovered “a stash of documents, computers, CDs and ammunition belonging to the Al-Qassam Brigades..."

Gaza Arab Terrorists Debut Weaponry, Fire Qassams

As rockets and mortar fall in the south, Gaza Arab terrorists debut new weaponry at Israeli aircraft.

‘Gaza Terrorists Fired Missile at Israeli Aircraft’ Last Week

Terrorists in Gaza last week fired a missile smuggled from Libya at an Israeli aircraft but missed it, a newspaper reported.

Did Hamas Give IDF Saedni's Phone Number?

Unconfirmed report: Hamas elements opposed to Salafists helped Israel locate and kill rival terrorists Saturday.

PA Calls For Intl Protection For Finnish Flotilla

PA Calls for international protection for Finnish flotilla, setting sail for Gaza from Italy.

Hamas to Air Movie on Shalit Kidnapping

Hamas releases promo for new movie which reenacts Gilad Shalit kidnapping. Complete film to authentic unaired excerpts of the kidnapping.

Mashaal Speaks at Conference in Doha

Hamas Chief Khaled Mashaal is quoted by the foreign press while speaking at a conference in Doha.

Hamas Minister Calls to Kidnap More IDF Soldiers

One year since the release of Gilad Shalit, a Hamas minister calls to kidnap more Israeli soldiers to serve as bargaining chips.

Hamas Advisor: Israel Must Disappear

Kana'an 'Obeid, an advisor to Hamas, calls on the movement to disconnect itself from the PLO and declare that Israel must disappear.

The End of the PA?

A joint lecture at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy concludes the PA is troubled and Hamas in Gaza is as strong as ever.

Gaza Salafists Fire Rockets into Israel

Rockets fired from Gaza landed in southern Israel.

Rabbi Boteach Hammers at Congressman’s Ties with Hamas

GOP candidate Rabbi Boteach hammers at ties between Democratic opponent Pascrell and a Muslim supporter who helped Hamas. "Repent," he says.

Senior IDF Source: Expect 'Cast Lead 2'

Source tells Maariv 55 rockets fired into Israel by Hamas, Islamic Jihad leave Israel no choice.

Muslim Leader Preaches Jihad in Be’er Sheva

Islamic Movement leader Sheikh Raed Salah brought his hate message to Be’er Sheva to incite Muslims against Israeli “terrorists.”

Syrian Television Attacks Hamas' Mashaal

Syria's official television launches a scathing attack against Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal.

Ramallah Protesters Demand Abbas' Resignation

Around 200 people demonstrate in Ramallah, demand the resignation of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Hamas Tales and Fables of the Dead Fisherman Who Never Was

Foreign news agencies again publish Hamas claims of the IDF killing “fishermen,” this time after soldiers shot at suspects on land.

Hamas Anger at Gift for Schalit

Hamas rages over a free ticket to a soccer match given to Gilad Schalit.

Anti-Hamas Protests in Gaza Over Boy's Death

The Palestinian Authority Winter has reached Gaza: some 500 protesters called to overthrow their Hamas terror rulers late Tuesday.

Hamas' Mashaal Won't Seek Re-election

Hamas' politburo chief, Khaled Mashaal, will remain in Hamas but will not run for re-election as leader.

Hamas-Linked Majority Wins on UNRWA Workers' Union Board

Candidates linked to the Hamas terrorist organization won the majority of seats on a UNRWA union board in recent elections for the posts.

Abbas Offers Condolences to Terrorist's Family

PA Chairman Abbas calls Hamas leader Ahmed Yousef, whose brother was killed in an IAF air strike near Rafiah.

First Shalit 'Repeat Offender' Terrorist Sent Back to Prison

Ali Jumah Ali Zidat,released last year in the Shalit deal, e returning to prison to complete his sentence

Those Self Destructive American Apologies

IDF Foils Terror Attack, Kills 2 Gaza Terrorists

The IDF in a joint operation with the Shin Bet foils a planned terror attack, as IAF aircraft kill two terrorists in southern Gaza.

Salafists’ ‘Credit” for Missile Attack Bares Rift with Hamas

Salafist terrorists’ claim for the missile attack Saturday night exposes a growing difficulty for Hamas to maintain control over Gaza.

Gaza’s ‘Humanitarian Disaster’: 600 Millionaires

There are 600 millionaires living in Gaza, which mainstream media for years have reported is an “humanitarian disaster” blamed on Israel.