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Operation Protective Edge
News and updates about Operation Protective Edge
Hamas's New Propaganda Gimmick: IDF Soldier 'Jail'
Gazan students create mock "jail" with pictures of IDF soldiers, claiming that Hamas captured more than Israel has admitted.
Hamas Demands UN Secretary-General Resign for Believing Israel
Hamas spokesperson says he should resign for accepting 'false' Israeli narrative about kidnapped IDF soldier Hadar Goldin.
One Year Later: No Quiet After Operation Protective Edge
At least 12 rockets have struck Israeli soil in the year since the 2014 Gaza war - not counting dozens of rocket strikes which hit Gaza.
One Rocket a Month Since Hamas 'Ceasefire'
Figures show 12 rockets have hit Israeli sovereign territory 1 year since last summer's 'truce,' many more fired but didn't clear border.
Hamas Showcases Terror Tunnel Unit in New Video
Lashing out at Israel, Hamas promises its 'anger will explode' and that new details on IDF soldier Hadar Goldin will be released.
Memorial for Protective Edge Soldier Vandalized
Friends of Oren Noah express 'fury and shame' at second attempt to destroy monument on Israel's National Trail in his honor.
Univ. Officials Demand Anti-Israel Professor be Reinstated
University of Illinois officers urge Chancellor to restore job offer to professor who called Israel's defenders 'awful' people.
Watch: Palestinian Propaganda Mocks 'Captive IDF Ducks'
Arab YouTube channel dehumanizes IDF soldiers, claims 5 captured in last summer's war and Israel 'abandoned' them.
Israeli Hotels Still Recovering from Protective Edge
Avi Dor of the Prima Hotels chain explains the difficulties Israeli hotels have faced in the past year, and how to solve them.
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In Feature-Length Film, Hamas Depicts its 'Victory' over Israel
Slick propaganda movie shows details of Hamas operations against IDF, ends with message for Israelis to leave or be ethnically-cleansed.
Polish Activist on Trial for Leading Pro-Israel Rally
Tadeusz Markiewicz faces fine from Warsaw court for pro-Israel demonstration last summer that went past its allotted time.
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Captive Spills Beans on Hamas's Secret Attack Plans
Ibrahim Shaer reveals intricate details about terror tunnel network, operations during war, and top Hamas officials.
Four Killed, Dozens Injured in Gaza Explosion
Seven Gaza Arabs were reported killed Thursday, and dozens injured in an explosion in the A-Shabura refugee camp in southern Gaza.
Maccabee B-Ball Greats in Tribute Game for Slain Youths
Basketball pros from the “glory days” of Maccabee Tel Aviv took the court in a tribute to Eyal Yifrah, Gilad Sha'er and Naftali Frenkel.
Fallen Soldier's Father Says Son's Death 'On Kerry's Conscience'
Parents of slain IDF soldier blame John Kerry, UN for their son's death, describe difficult decision to break Shabbat to find out his fate.
Bereaved Parents Fight PM, Ya'alon Over Grave
Parents of fallen soldier Lee Mat accuse political establishment of smear campaign against them in fight over epitaph.
IDF: Finance Ministry Delaying Gaza Belt Smart Fence
Senior officer reveals comprehensive system to defend residents being held up due to lack of funding by ministry.
Palestinian Minister Lays First Brick for Gaza Rebuilding
Palestinian housing minister lays brick for the first Gaza home to be rebuilt, vows to "rebuild all homes destroyed by Israel".
In Rare Interview, IDF Reveals Terror Tunnel Detection System
Senior IDF officials reveal that new system funded by US aid is on the way to turn the tide on Hamas tunnels.
Hamas Taunts Israel: You'll Never Get Info on Fallen Soldier
One year after Oron Shaul was killed and his body taken captive, Hamas releases propaganda piece targeting Israeli public.
Watch: IDF Chief of Staff Gantz in Hamas's Sights
Hamas releases film showing Gantz on border tour in its binoculars during last summer's war, claiming it had him in range.
UK Lifts Restrictions on Arms Sales to Israel
One year after Protective Edge, Britain lifts threat of arms embargo made during ceasefire with Hamas.
One Year Later: 'United in Battle like Fingers into one Fist'
Overlooking Gaza, Lt. Col. Aviram Ring recounts special "spirit" and unity of reserved forces, like 'fingers closing into one fist.'
IDF Emasculation? Senior Commanders Investigated for War
Lt. Col. Yeshurun interrogated Monday for ordering fire on Hamas 'clinic' - he is one of 5 under microscope for fighting terror.
Policy Shakeup: Israel Partially Cooperates With the ICC
In departure from long-standing policy, Israel sends special team to The Hague to try and shelve PA's 'war crimes' charges.
Hamas Displays New Missiles at Gaza Rally
Hamas's "military wing" holds rally to mark one year since war, presents models of two new missiles.
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IDF Ethics Code Author: Hannibal Protocol Misused Last Summer
Prof. Asa Kasher reveals a soldier was killed by the IDF to prevent his abduction during last summer's war, in a corruption of protocol.
Hamas: Israel Asked for Return of Soldiers' Bodies
Senior Hamas source reveals European intermediary asked to start talks; ex-MK Ben-Ari: 'make this life-or-death for Hamas.'
Still Fighting: My Son, Yehuda Yitzchak
David Hayisre'eli tells the story of his son, who was wounded in Gaza a year ago and 'strengthens all of us with his spiritual prowess.'
'Hamas Aiding ISIS in Egypt to Prepare for Next War with Israel'
One year since Operation Protective Edge, IDF official says Hamas using ISIS in Sinai to reopen arms smuggling tunnels.
Hamas: Tunnels Beat IDF in Last Summer's 'Victory'
Terrorist organization claims its thrashing last summer was an achievement, and will lead to the 'liberation of Palestine.'
Amnesty's Online Gaza Tool 'Distorts' the War
Platform claiming to 'map Israeli attacks in Gaza' paints a false picture of war to delegitimize Israel's defense, says research institute.
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Watch: Never-Before-Seen Recording from Fateful Gaza Battle
IDF releases dramatic recordings: radio from battle in which Hamas seized Lt. Hadar Goldin, video footage from slain comrade's helmet.
Knesset Marks One-Year Anniversary since Protective Edge
Veterans and business owners still seeking compensation from the State to be represented in special series of debates in Knesset.
Bereaved Father: At Last, Our Sons Are Recognized
IDF recognizes Protective Edge as fully fledged campaign. Netanyahu tells father: we must be like a whale among the sharks.
Did Israel Ask Britain to Vote for Anti-Israel Resolution at UN?
British Jewish news website says PM Netanyahu asked Britain to vote in favor of UN endorsing anti-Israel report on Gaza.
Israel Remembers 67 Killed in Operation Protective Edge
The government on Monday held an official memorial service for the IDF soldiers killed during last year's Operation Protective Edge.
US Expert: Hamas, not Israel, Killed Boys on Beach in Gaza War
A year after Protective Edge, which Israel won militarily but lost PR-wise, evidence surfaces of a particularly cynical Hamas stunt.
322 IDF Soldiers Wounded in Gaza War
IDF Rehabilitative unit releases statistics from Operation Protective Edge; more than half seriously injured.
Liberman: Netanyahu Government Won't Last the Year
MK Avigdor Liberman claims that Israel's loss of deterrence is a greater threat than Hamas or ISIS.
UNHRC 'Doesn't Care About Israeli Human Rights'
Controversial Gaza war report passes with key EU states voting in favor; Israeli officials slam Council as 'detached from reality.'
Livni: Nine Years After Lebanon War, It's Still Quiet Up North
MK Tzipi Livni (Zionist Union/Labor) on Thursday praised the performance of IDF soldiers during the Second Lebanon War.
Hamas Chief Says Armed Wing 'Stronger' than Ever
Ismail Haniyeh asserts Hamas has recuperated since Gaza war and is more than ready to answer any threats from Israel.
Expert: Hamas, Not Israel, Caused Civilian Deaths in Gaza
Col. Richard Kemp: Hamas caused a large number of civilian casualties in order to bring international condemnation of Israel.
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Alternate Panel on Gaza War in Geneva Presents Facts
International experts' hold hard-hitting alternative event to counter biased UN report on Gaza war.
'The UN Must Overcome its Obsession with Israel'
World Jewish Congress leads 1,000-strong rally in Geneva, urging UN, in midst of discussion on Gaza war, to treat Israel more fairly.
Report: Netanyahu Considering Severing Ties with UNHRC
Prime Minister allegedly says in closed session that UNHRC's Gaza report has placed its relationship with Israel at risk.
Fatah Shows Off Tunnel from Gaza to 'Inside Israel'
Almost one year since Operation Protective Edge, terrorists host Iranian reporter inside a Gaza tunnel they say is 3 km long.
UN Gaza Report: It's A Disgrace
Commission of Inquiry or Commission of Iniquity?
British Commander: Anti-Israel UN Report is Dangerous
Col. Kemp debunks UN report showing how it contradicts itself, lacks military expertise and completely adopted Hamas narrative.
'No Gaza Ramadan Gestures Without Return of IDF Fallen'
Mother of Hadar Goldin, who like Oron Shaul died in Hamas war and whose body is being held, decries unprecedented concessions to Gaza.
Pro-Israel, Human Rights NGOs to Protest Gaza Report at UN HQ
50 pro-Israel and human rights NGOs set to rally in Geneva Monday, as UN Human Rights Council debates 'biased' Gaza war probe.
Reconstruction of Thousands of Gaza Homes to Begin
Hamas officials tell AFP 18,000 homes due to be rebuilt, falsely blames Israel for reducing construction imports.
Hamas Claims Captured IDF Soldier Still Alive
In propaganda piece meant to stir Israeli public opinion to giving in on Hamas demands, terror group publishes account of Oron Shaul.
State Department Rejects Sending Gaza Report to Security Council
State Department spokesman says Washington rejects the foundation upon which the UN's biased report on Gaza was written.
Ariel Removes 'Hostile' Leftist Group from National Service
B'Tselem, whose claims appear centrally in UN 'war crimes' report, to no longer be financed in national service program.
PA to Use UN Report in Suing Israel at ICC for 'War Crimes'
'Palestine' representative at UNHRC unveils proposal to adopt new report and thereby allow it to be used in 'lawfare' at The Hague.
Law Cracking Down on Foreign-Funded NGOs Returns to Knesset
Law to mandate full transparency from NGOs under foreign influence, tax foreign state donations by 37%.
'UN Enabling Hamas to Manipulate Laws of War to its Advantage'
US military expert says UNHRC report into last summer's Gaza war based on fabricated legal assumptions.
