Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Fires at Israel as Cabinet Votes to Extend Ceasefire

Rockets aimed at central Israel late Saturday, making a mockery of an Israeli ceasefire extension. Five soldiers killed in last 24 hours.

Watch: IDF Sets Up Hospital for Gazans

As part of the IDF's commitment to minimizing civilian casualties, it has set up a field hospital capable of advanced medical treatment.

Hamas, Israel Confirm 12-Hour Ceasefire

Israel and Hamas agree to a 12-hour ceasefire in Gaza starting at 8:00 a.m. Saturday.

Nasrallah Promises 'All Means of Support' to Gaza

Hezbollah chief promises to support Gaza, threatens Israel against expanding its offensive.

Report: Israel Agrees to 12-Hour Ceasefire

U.S. official says Israel has agreed to a 12-hour unilateral ceasefire, as Kerry says he will continue efforts to secure a ceasefire.

Air France to Resume Flights to Israel

Air France resumes flights to Tel Aviv after halting services to Israel earlier this week because of the Gaza conflict.

EU Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

EU calls on Hamas and Israel "to agree to an immediate ceasefire based on the November 2012 ceasefire agreement."

Gaza Rocket Salvo Targets Southern and Central Israel

Gaza terrorists fire a salvo of rockets towards southern and central Israel, as Cabinet rejects Kerry's ceasefire.

Israel Rejects Kerry's Ceasefire Proposal

Cabinet unanimously votes to reject the ceasefire proposed by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.

Air Canada Flight Delayed by Rockets over Tel Aviv

Aircraft was asked to continue circling overhead "until the airspace was deemed secure," before landing.

Frustrated Pilots: Limits on Firing Endanger Our Comrades

IAF pilots in Gaza say they sometimes refrain from helping IDF soldiers facing terrorists on the ground because of 'moral' limitations.

French Police Ban Anti-Israel March Amid Anti-Semitism Fears

Despite gov't withdrawing ban on rallies, police cite serious violence at previous protests to forbid weekend anti-Israel march.

Israel's US Ambassador Smashes Biased Coverage on CNN

Ron Dermer blasts CNN for failing to point out that Hamas uses schools as weapons depots even after Ban Ki-Moon complained about it.

Leading Rabbi: This War is God's War, and Israel Will Win

Chairman of Bnei Akiva and religious-Zionist leader Rabbi Haim Druckman gives special blessing to IDF, predicts victory through unity.

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Thirty-Third IDF Soldier Killed in Gaza

IDF releases name of thirty-third death since Operation Protective Edge began eighteen days ago.

Aharonovitch Says Ceasefire Would Be a 'Mistake'

Public Security Minister Yitzhak Aharonovitch insists IDF must complete its mission before Israel caves to international pressure.

Bennett Calls to Cancel World Cup in 'Terror Sponsor' Qatar

Economics Minister challenges world critics: do you want to do the job for us in Gaza? Names Qatar as leading sponsor of Islamic terrorism.

Two Rockets Intercepted Over Gush Dan

Hamas boasts of 'barrage on Ben-Gurion airport', despite no hits or damage - minutes before Security Cabinet meets on ceasefire.

Watch: Flashmob Simulates Hamas Rocket Attacks in Vienna

Jewish community in Vienna plays siren, ducks for cover in several public squares to raise awareness and show solidarity.

Iranians Rally for 'Death to Israel, America' on 'Quds Day'

Demonstrations erupt in over 700 towns in Iran on Friday calling for Palestinian 'resistance' to Israel.

Reports: Humanitarian Cease-Fire Due in 2-3 Days

Varying reports claim US Secretary of State John Kerry is inching closer to a successful truce; Security Cabinet to convene on terms Friday.

Operation Protective Edge

Senior Hamas, Islamic Jihad Terrorists Eliminated

Nine Hamas and Islamic Jihad leaders killed in Gaza as senior officer announces mission is 'close to completion.'

Israel Rescues Stranded Israelis from Turkey

Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz announces 2,000 Israelis have been brought home; Israel to 'make an accounting' with Turkish Airlines.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Cracks Down on Terror Tunnels, Judea-Samaria Rioting

Day 18: Senior official says IDF has 'completed' its predetermined objectives, is finishing the job; close watch on Judea-Samaria unrest.

Watch: IDF Paratroopers Foil Attempted Ambush in Gaza

IDF paratroopers explain how they foiled an attempted ambush by terrorists in Gaza.

Kerry Focusing on Humanitarian Ceasefire

U.S. focusing on a week-long humanitarian ceasefire, during which intensive negotiations will tackle other disputes, according to officials.

Israel Calls Out UNRWA for Claiming IDF Shelled School

UNRWA's claims that an evacuation of a Gaza school was prevented are untrue, says the IDF.

Watch: Arutz Sheva TV's Daily Edition

Battle against terror continues. Netanyahu meets UK FM. Thousands pay condolences. Giant prayer rally at Western Wall in Jerusalem.

Parents of Lone Soldier Flown to Israel to See Their Injured Son

The parents of Moshe Hirt, who was wounded in Gaza, were brought to Israel thanks to El Al and the head of Moshe’s yeshiva.

Embracing the Families Left Behind

Gush Etzion Regional Council reaches out to families affected by Gaza operation.

Video: Will Grandma Make it to the Safe Room in 15 Seconds?

Foreign Ministry video demonstrates the reality that Israelis face every day, sometimes ten times a day.

Rocket Fired at Eilat Area, Possibly Aiming for Ovda Airport

After scoring a near-hit on Ben Gurion Airport, Hamas terrorists were apparently trying to bomb Israel's other airport.

Family of Fallen American IDF Soldier Thank Israelis for Support

Max Steinberg's family overwhelmed by outpouring of support from ordinary Israelis, stand by decision to bury him in Israel.

Reuven Rivlin Sworn In as Israel's Tenth President

Ceremony overshadowed by Gaza operation; both President Peres and incoming President Rivlin address Israeli war effort.

German Airline Lufthansa Maintains Israel Flight Ban

Germany's largest airline suspends flights to Ben Gurion International Airport for another 24 hours, even as other airlines resume services.

Govt. Makes it Easier to Deal With Bills During Gaza Operation

Ministries introduce a series of steps that will ease the burden on families, reservists and others due to Operation Protective Edge.

Israel Opens Investigation into Claims IDF Shelled UN School

Israeli officials say school was located in one of terrorists' central rocket-firing zones; rockets reportedly misfired, fell in the area.

Watch: Danny Danon Tells BBC 'We Won't Sit Back and be Attacked'

Former Deputy Defense Minister defends IDF conduct in Gaza during Operation Protective Edge.

Kerry Reaches out to Hamas Allies to Press Truce

US Secretary of State turns to Islamist-led Qatar and Turkey to help pressure Hamas into accepting a ceasefire with Israel.

Hamas Propaganda Claims Donation From Football Star Ronaldo

In what is probably a case of false propaganda, Gaza terrorists claimed top football star Ronaldo made a huge donation to Gaza.

Reserve Soldiers 'Ready and Happy to Help' in Judea and Samaria

Reserve soldiers are picking up the burden in Judea and Samaria from regular army soldiers who are being moved down to Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge

Netanyahu: Gaza Operation to Continue 'At Full Strength'

Prime Minister says IDF has struck a 'significant blow' to Hamas; more than 30 'terror tunnels' located since ground op. began.

Egyptian Forces Thwart Two Terror Attacks Against Israel

Egyptian security forces eliminated a terrorist who tried to blow himself up near IDF soldiers; disarmed Grad rockets aiming for Israel.

European Aviation Safety Agency Lifts Tel Aviv Flight Ban

Downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 and suspension of flights to Tel Aviv over rockets prompts urgent debate on air security.

Economics Ministry Ready to Help Southern Businesses

The Economics Ministry is offering special help to the many businesses in southern Israel facing financial losses from the war.

France to Give $14.8 Million to Gaza

Aid money, following $47 million US aid package, to go to Gaza - despite the risk it will end up in Hamas's coffers.

Exclusive Interview: 'Sharon Promised Me 40 Years' Quiet'

IDF Chief Rabbi during Gaza pullout, Rabbi Yisrael Weiss, says he was unfairly targeted over 'Disengagement'.

Livni Surprises: No Cease-Fire with Hamas

Justice Minister Livni voices surprisingly strong statement for deterrence, IDF operation in Gaza, says it is a time to eliminate terror.

Liberman Compares Hamas to Nazi Germany

Meeting with UK officials FM says Israel expects 'special understanding,' as London itself was bombed in WWII - and fought back.

Disproportional Force? Bloomberg Nails It

Ex-New York mayor Mike Bloomberg gives what may be the best answer to date, to the claim that Israel uses 'excessive force' in Gaza.

Netanyahu: We Cannot Give our Attackers Immunity

Prime Minister tells British Foreign Minister 'all the civilian deaths that are there... are the responsibility of Hamas'.

Netanyahu's Son Volunteers with Anti-NIF NGO

Yair Netanyahu took part in collecting clothing and food for soldiers, in an effort coordinated by Im Tirtzu.

ADL: UNHRC Inquiry a 'Perversion' of Power

ADL calls inquiry into Operation Protective Edge 'absurd,' predicts 'harsh, biased, and fundamentally flawed' outcome.

Russian Airlines Resume Flights to Israel

Following FAA measure, Russian airlines begin to lift their own ban on flights to Ben-Gurion.

UN Session on Gaza: Dictatorships Try to Silence UN Watch

UN Watch's Neuer interrupted by Iran, Syria, Egypt, "Palestine," Cuba and Venezuela. The U.S. and Canada defend him.

Video from Front: IDF Strikes from (Under)Ground, Sea and Air

IDF provides striking videos of ultra-precise bombing, ground forces assaults, naval cruise missile, tunnel demolitions.

‘They Won’t Determine’ – In Appreciation of Southern Residents

Song in appreciation of sacrifices made by southern residents declares 'They (Hamas) will not determine for us...'

Bangkok Asks Israel to Relocate Foreign Workers Away from Gaza

Thai Foreign Ministry advises citizens to stop working near Gaza, asks to relocate workers from areas within rocket range.

The Answer to Hamas from Abroad: Giant Israeli Flags

Israeli flags and motivational signs symbolize Israeli unity – on a hilltop just outside Gaza.

Hamas Rocket Victim is 27th Foreign Worker Casualty Since 2001

Thai worker killed by Hamas rocket fire on Wednesday raises death toll of foreign workers killed by terrorists.