Operation Protective Edge

Gaza Video Indicates IDF Is Warning Civilians

Watch this video by neighbors of a terrorist whose home was bombed. How did the filmer know where to point the camera?

Israel Ambassador Sounds Siren at UN

Ambassador Prosor plays sound of siren into microphone, as John Kerry calls for de-escalation, Ban Ki-Moon demands ceasefire.

Putin Urges End to Confrontation in Netanyahu Call

The call took place at the initiative of the Israeli side, Putin's office said.

Watch: Chabad 'Mitzvah Tank' Joins Troops at the Front Line

Chabadnik volunteers provide spiritual and moral support as IDF soldiers poised for Gaza ground assault.

After Mauling Hamas From the Air, IDF to 'Deepen the Damage'

Eight hundred terror targets hit in Operation Protective Edge, 60 of them thus far in Day 3 of the campaign.

Land Invasion: Beware the Trap Laid by Hamas

ISIS Spokesman Explains Why 'Islamic State' Not Supporting Hamas

Spokesman for radical jihadi group says the time is not right for a confrontation with Israel.

IDF ground incursion imminent?

IDF Warns Gazans Near Border to Evacuate Immediately

Warnings sent to 100,000 Gaza residents to evacuate homes near security border, in possible sign of coming ground offensive.

German Travel Operator Cancels Israel Tours Over Violence

TUI Germany announces all tours canceled until July 31 due to security situation.

Operation Protective Edge: Day 3

After Tel Aviv, Hamas Targets Central Plain Cities

Hamas terrorists fired rockets at Ramle, Lod, and Yavne, among other communities. Missiles fired to coincide with morning commute.

Breaking news

IDF Admits It Missed Senior Hamas Rocket Commander

Ayman Siam would have been the most senior terrorist figure killed since the start of Operation Protective Edge.

Despite Ongoing Rocket Fire, Israel Transfers Aid to Gaza

Israel allows hundreds of trucks of food and supplies into Gaza to avert humanitarian crisis, as Hamas uses human shields.

Analysis: Egypt Takes Back Seat as Israel Pounds Gaza Terrorists

Hamas launched escalation hoping to benefit from subsequent ceasefire negotiations as it has previously - but this time, that won't work.

Human shields

Seeking Human Shields, Hamas Tells Gazans to Ignore IDF Warnings

Assuming Israel will not bomb buildings with civilians inside, Hamas orders Gazans not to evacuate when the army calls.

Missiles Fired at Tel Aviv for the Second Time Thursday

After firing four rockets at the city during the morning commute, Hamas sent another two - in time for lunch.

Amazing Footage Shows How Elephants React to Air Raid Sirens

Amazing instinct kicks in for herd of elephants at Ramat Gan's 'Safari' zoo.

Bennett: Hamas is Responsible for Civilian Deaths in Gaza

If Gaza civilians are dying, it's due to the fact that Hamas is using them as human shields, Jewish Home party head tells Al-Jazeera.

Egypt Opens Gaza Border Crossing as IAF Offensive Continues

Egypt eases its blockade on Hamas-ruled territory to let injured Gazans through; Israel hits more than 750 terror targets.

Official: Hamas Holding Out for 'High-Quality' Terror Attack

Defense Ministry official Amos Gilad said that Hamas was ready for a cease-fire, but wants to make one big 'score' to claim 'victory.'

Rand Paul: Via PA, US May Be Funding Hamas

At least some of the money the US giving to the PA each year is making its way to Hamas, says a US Senator

IDF: Hamas Commanders Now Homeless

The IDF smashed Hamas infrastructure and destroyed the homes of terrorist commanders overnight Wednesday.

Abbas: Israel 'Committing Genocide' in Gaza

PA Chairman claims Israel is "defending settlements" when it strikes in Gaza.

Amidror: Only Retaking Gaza Can Fully Stop Rockets

Former Israeli National Security Adviser estimates that the only to completely stop the rocket fire from Gaza is to retake the region.

Kerry Urges Netanyahu and Abbas to Exercise Restraint

Secretary of State holding talks with Mideast leaders in a bid to halt escalating violence.

Gaza is 'on a Knife Edge', Warns UN Chief

The Middle East faces one of its most serious challenges in years, says Ban Ki-moon amid tension between Gaza and Israel.

IDF: 234 Rockets Have Hit Israel Since Operation Began

IDF releases summary of the second day of Operation Protective Edge.

Arab Envoys Urge Security Council to Discuss Gaza

Arab envoys request an urgent Security Council session on the situation in Gaza.

Terrorists Fire 40 Rockets Towards Southern Israel

Terrorists from Gaza fire a salvo of at least 40 rockets in 20 minutes. Six of them intercepted by Iron Dome.

IDF Rules Out Second Infiltration from Gaza at Zikim

Reports of two terrorists infiltrating from the sea turn out to be false. Residents given the all clear.

France, Germany 'Strongly Condemn' Rockets on Israel

Netanyahu speaks with Merkel, Francois Hollande, Ban Ki-Moon and John Kerry about Gaza operation.

Peres: Ground Offensive Could Happen 'Quite Soon'

'We waited one day, two days, three days and they continued, and they spread their fire on more areas in Israel.'

IDF Chief of Staff Approves Ground Offensive Plans

Hamas 'extremely frustrated' by Iron Dome. Hamas rocket scores a direct hit on a home but no one hurt. Dimona targeted.

IDF Exposes Hamas's Use of Human Shields

Photo, video shows civilians gathering on the roof of the home of a Hamas terrorist targeted by the IDF.

New IDF Bird's Eye Videos of Gaza Hits

Videos show blowing up of arms cache in Hamas official's home, home of a senior Hamas officer and terror tunnels.

Why This Operation is Different

Egypt Urges Calm, But Unlikely to Mediate Ceasefire

Egyptian gov't calls on Israel and Hamas to 'deescalate' - but won't be coming to the Islamist group's rescue as it has in the past.

El Al Tells Passengers It's OK to Cancel Flights

Israeli carrier says it will allow flights to be cancelled or postponed for up to six months, in view of security situation.

Netanyahu Decides to Expand Operations Until Rockets Stop

Prime Minister says 'operation will continue until the firing at our communities stops and quiet is restored.'

Watch: Israeli Navy Eliminates Hamas Infiltrators

New footage illustrates role of naval forces in preventing an attack by Hamas terrorists who infiltrated the border by sea.

Water Supply to Hamas Head's Neighborhood Cut Off

No showers at home for Ismail Haniya. Experts say the IDF is targeting Hamas officials' homes, like it did in 2006 against Hizbullah.

'Apologize to the Families of Gush Katif'

Resident uprooted in 2005 Disengagement plan says Israeli public starting to sober up; 'we defended Israel with our bodies.'

Operation Protective Edge

Rockets Strike as Far North as Haifa

Hamas's rockets reach furthest point yet, landing in the sea near Haifa 165 kilometers (102 miles) from Gaza; one hurt in Zikhron Ya'akov.

Operation Protective Edge to Ensure 'Zero Rockets on Israel'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett praises public, IDF for efforts - but adds that 'defense does not win wars.'

Abbas's Fatah Declares it Shares 'One Goal' With Hamas

Abbas's faction reveals its full support for Hamas rocket terror war, saying the two groups and Islamic Jihad are 'brothers-in-arms.'

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Ya'alon Says Operation Will Expand in Coming Days

Defense minister states IDF will step up the operation, striking Hamas 'from the air, sea and land.'

Iran Condemns Israeli Self-Defense as 'Savage Aggression'

Tehran calls on international community to defend 'defenseless Palestine' as rockets fall.

IAF Strike Eliminates Terrorist Riding on Motorcycle

Islamic Jihad terrorist responsible for rocket terror from Beit Lahiya killed in drone strike.

Central Israel Residents in Shock Over Rockets

Fear trickles from the south to the Israeli heartland on Wednesday, as Hamas targets Israel's most populated cities.

Operation Protective Edge

Minister Demands Israel Liquidate Hamas Leadership

Katz calls to 'crush the snake's head'; MK Yishai says Gaza weapons technology must be 'sent back 40 years' to defend Israel.

Minister Campaigns to Cut Electricity to Gaza

Israel's electricity and fuel allow Hamas to launch their rockets on Israeli citizens, Danny Danon notes.

Jordan Demands Israel Stop 'Barbaric' Operation

'Peace partner' condemns defensive operation, not hundreds of rockets raining on Israel; follows Turkish condemnation.

US Embassy Cuts Hours, Raises Alert Due to Rocket Fire

Rocket attacks on Tel Aviv prompt warnings to US citizens; embassy staff advised to stay at home.

Operation Protective Edge the 'Zionist Answer'

Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan speaks about IAF assault on Gaza - and why now, more than ever, is the time to build Jewish communities.

Operation Protective Edge

Five Rockets Shot Down by Iron Dome over Tel Aviv

IDF takes out 160 targets overnight, links long-range missile attack with rockets on Klos C weapons ship from Iran.

Israel’s Gaza Operation – War At Last

Abbas Says He'll Turn to International Community Against Israel

PA Chairman demands Tuesday night that Israel stop its aerial campaign in Gaza, threatens to turn to the international community.

Watch: Gaza Rockets Interrupt Wedding in Ashdod

Gaza terrorists attack Ashdod in the middle of a wedding ceremony, sending the guests running for shelter.

Minister Ariel: Let's Open Our Doors to Residents of the South

Housing Minister calls on Israelis from Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria to host residents of southern Israel in their homes.

Video: Hamas Terrorists Infiltrate Israel and are Neutralized

Watch: IDF soldiers eliminate four Hamas terrorists who infiltrated Israel by sea.

Expert: Israel Can Change the Rules of the Game

Ground offensive in Gaza may not be necessary, says former head of the Counter Terrorism Bureau.