Hamas

Hamas Puts Hairstylists in the Crosshairs

Hamas cracks down on male hairstylists who cut women's hair. Decree may reflect Gaza's growing acceptance of Islamic law.

Hamas’ Cyber Warfare Hacks Jewish Website

The Hamas terrorist organization’s “Gaza Hackers Group” hacked the Jewish People Policy Institute website, based in Jerusalem.

Report: Hamas Stirring Up Violence in Egypt

Hamas gunmen are making their way to demonstrations in Egypt, with the goal of stirring up more violence, Egyptian paper says.

Hamas Terrorists Escape Egyptian Prison and Return to Gaza

Hamas terrorists have taken advantage of riots in Egypt to escape jail and head back to Gaza. Israel tightens border security.

Hamas Bans Books Contrary to Muslim Law

Hamas pulled two Arab authors’ novels from Gaza stores’ shelves on Sunday because they were contrary to Muslim law known as Sharia.

Two Rocket Attacks Break Hamas ‘Ceasefire’ Pledge

Two Kassam missile attacks on a Negev kibbutz Tuesday evening broke Hamas’ promise to halt all terrorist attacks. The IDF has not retaliated – yet.

Hamas’s False Charges of IDF Attack Fail to Convince Media

Media may finally be fed up with constant Hamas charges of IDF attacks that never happened. Hamas claims “artillery fire” killed one man.

Renewed Mortar, Rocket Attacks Test IDF’s Next Step

Gaza terrorists break Hamas’s “ceasefire,” attack Israelis with three mortars and a rocket and test IDF’s next step – retaliate or hold fire?

IDF Giving Hamas a Chance? IDF Holds Fire Despite Rocket Attack

Israel may be giving Hamas a chance to show it can protect Israelis from terror. Despite a new rocket attack Friday, the IDF did not retaliate.

Hamas Blames PA for Gaza Shortages

Hamas has blamed the PA for an alleged shortage of medicine.

IDF Thwarts Infiltration from Sinai

Soldiers thwart attempts by Gaza terrorists to infiltrate Israel from Sinai.

Kibbutz Movement Leader to Visit Gaza, Meet Hamas

Kibbutz Movement head Yoel Marshak plans a trip to the heart of Gaza, where he will meet with Haniyeh and ask for Shalit's freedom.

1 IDF Soldier Dead, 4 Wounded in Gaza Border Fight

The IDF has identified a soldier killed in action fighting Hamas terrorists at the Gaza border Friday night as Nadav Rotenberg of Ramot HaShavim.

Two Staff Members at UK Consulate in Jerusalem Arrested

Israeli authorities arrest two employees at the UK Consulate in Jerusalem. They are suspected of being involved in terror plot on local stadium.

Hamas Planned Rocket Attack on Jerusalem Soccer Game

Released for publication: Hamas terrorists, with funds from Saudi Arabia, plotted a missile attack on a soccer game at Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium.

IDF Bombs Hamas Targets after Mortar and Rocket Attack

Hamas and allied terrorists continue to test Israel with attacks on Israeli civilians, and the IDF continues to retaliate, bombing two targets.

Israel Declares England-Based Hamas Group Illegal

The Palestinian Return Center in England has been declared illegal in Israel. The Center initiates radical activity against Israel in Europe.

Hamas Struggles for Cash after Spending on Property, Weapons

Hamas is finding it hard to fund a government after spending on property and advanced weapons, but still rejects EU funding.

Fayyad: Fatah-Hamas Rift Serves 'Israeli Project'

PA's Fayyad urges Hamas-Fatah unity, blames “Israeli project” for infighting. Gaza, Jerusalem are “prerequisite for statehood,” he adds.

Hamas Woos Gaza Arabs with Chocolates as Its Popularity Wanes

Hamas has begun a campaign to woo Gazans as its popularity wanes, handing out. flowers and chocolate from Hamas police. Israel is not on the list.

Hamas Exploits Open Egypt Border to Launder Money, Says Fatah

A Fatah-linked website accuses Hamas of laundering money using imports coming in from Egypt. New Gaza currency – counterfeit dollars.

Hamas Court Sentences Accused Collaborator to Death

Three alleged collaborators with Israel have been found guilty by a Gaza court; one was sentenced to death.

Hamas: Peace Deal Only With Referendum

Hamas says it would respect a peace deal between PA and Israel if it is approved by a PA-wide referendum. Charter still calls to destroy Israel.

Fear, Mistrust in Gaza as Hamas Hunts Down 'Collaborators'

Hamas accuses more and more Gaza Arabs of 'collaboration;' prominent figures are among those arrested.

Hamas Continues to Build in Gaza

High-rise apartments financed by Iran to be built in Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, despite the alleged "blockade".

Israel Uncovers $620,000 that Hamas Smuggles into Samaria

Security personnel Sunday confiscated $620,000 and possessions of a senior Hamas terrorist operating out of Samaria, near Netanya.

Hamas Admires Obama

Hamas produces a poster which depicts Obama wearing a kaffiyeh with the inscription “Palestine loves you!”

Hamas: 96-Year-Old Jews May Live in Gaza

Senior Hamas official in Gaza says Jews who lived in 'Palestine' before World War I will be allowed to live in the future PA state.

IAF Strikes Gaza Terrorist Hideout; Women Hurt in Gush Etzion

IAF helicopters & IDF forces strike building in central Gaza Strip, in which an armed terrorist cell was hiding. Two women hurt in Gush Etzion.

Hamas, Fatah Meet, Report 'Obstacles'

Hamas and Fatah meet in Damascus for more reconciliation talks, fail due to disagreements over “security forces.”

IDF Arrests Senior Hamas Official in Ramallah

Israeli soldiers arrested a senior Hamas official who formerly was taken into custody following the kidnapping of Gilad Shalit.

Harel's 'Mea Culpa': One Sided Disengagement 'a Mistake'

In a belated “mea culpa,” former IDF Southern Command head Dan Harel, said that Israel “may have made a mistake” in leaving Gaza as it did.

Car Bomb near Hamas Police Office in Gaza; One Dead

A car bomb exploded near the Hamas police station in Gaza City, killing at least one person and injuring one other.

PA Factions to Meet in Damascus Next Week

Hamas and Fatah to hold second round of reconciliation meetings.

Senior Hamas Member Attacks Western Values

Mahmoud al-Zahar attacks western values, defends Islamization of Gaza, and calls for the annihilation of the State of Israel through jihad.

ISA: Hamas Turning Gaza into Islamic Sharia Law State

New report by Israel Security Agency shows that Hamas is actively making the Gaza Strip a state governed by Islamic religious law.

12 Wounded in Hamas 'Work Accident'

Another apparent Hamas terrorist "work accident" has left more than a dozen people, including children, wounded in southern Gaza.

PA Firms Say Hamas Blocks Business

Hamas attempts to impose its own taxes on PA businesses, leaving Ramallah and Gaza City to drift farther apart.

IDF Prepares for Possible Hamas Revenge

Central Command Intelligence Officer says Hamas seeks to avenge assassination of terrorists responsible for August terror attack.

Hamas Censors Arab Media in Gaza, Closes PA Union HQ

Hamas forces in Gaza raided the offices of the Palestinian Journalists’ Union, effectively closing down the organization on Tuesday.

Hamas Threatens Fatah-PA Leaders, but Unity Talks Continue

Hamas terrorists threaten to target the Fatah-affiliated heads of the PA over arrests, but still plan to attend unity talks in Damascus.

Egypt Released Hamas Official Who Knows Where Gilad Shalit Is

Muhammad Dababash released Friday as gesture toward Hamas. Israel is worried about signs of progress in Hamas-Fatah reconciliation talks.

Hamas Campaign to Arrest 'Spies for Israel' in Gaza

"Israel knows more about Hamas than Hamas does" says Gazan political scientist. Gaza residents in panic at who is next.

Hamas Lawmaker Sues PA Forces in Tulkarem

A Hamas lawmaker is suing the PA security force after his home near Tulkarem was raided on Tuesday.

Hamas’ Latest Shalit Video Part of Psychological Warfare

Short staged video posted by Hamas supposedly shows kidnapped Israeli soldier with two masked men, one of them armed, standing next to him.

Gaza Extremists Lay Waste to Resort

Armed men demolished a popular Gaza water park, apparently over parties attended by both men and women.

Attempt Made to Reconcile Palestinian Factions

Egyptian intelligence chief meets with Hamas leader in an attempt to end Hamas-Fatah feud.

Report: Hamas Selling Humanitarian Aid for Profit

Hamas is confiscating international aid intended for Gaza Arabs and forcing them to pay for it, a UAE paper finds.

Concern: Cars for Gaza Mean Money for Hamas

Gaza Arabs import cars legally as PA, Hamas resolve tax dispute. Concern: vehicles will enrich Hamas coffers.

Hamas: We Communicated with Obama Administration

Terror government in Gaza says it has sent several messages to Washington in an attempt to open up a channel of communication.

Expert: Complaint Against Hamas War Crimes is Futile

In the wake of two Hamas-fired phosphorous bombs at Israel, expert says: "Hamas war crimes are well known."

Hamas Claims PA Arrests its Members

Hamas says PA has gone on arrest wave in the city of Tulkarm.

PA Arrests Terrorists Behind Shooting Attacks, Hamas Threatens

PA says it arrested Hamas terrorists responsible for two shooting attacks last week. Hamas threatens retaliation. Closure enforced for holiday.

Ground Zero Mosque Investor Donated to Hamas “Charity”

Muslim investor in Ground Zero mosque previously donated to US charity which was later shut down for alleged support of Hamas.

Following Attacks: PA Makes Arrests

PA makes arrests in connection with latest Judea and Samaria terror attacks. Meanwhile, Netanyahu and Abbas meet in Washington.

Arabs Silence One Another

According to reports, both Judea and Samaria and Gaza governments act to silence opposition.

Hamas Threatens to 'Step on Heads' of PA for Talks with Israel

The military wing of Hamas is threatening to “step on the heads” of the PA government if it compromises on Jerusalem in direct talks with Israel.

IDF: Killed Terrorist Was Involved in Previous Fatal Attack

Terror returned to the Gaza Belt Monday night. The IDF killed an Islamic Jihad terrorist trying to plant a bomb. Two rockets hit Israel.

Despite Denials, Hamas was Behind the Grads Fired at Eilat

Center for Intelligence Heritage: similar attacks in April and August were carried out by Hamas, according to Egyptian, PA sources.

Fatah Turncoats in Gaza Set Up Military Wing Backing Hamas

Former Fatah leaders in Gaza who backed Hamas in the 2007 militia war now have set up a “military” wing. The IHH congratulates them.