ceasefire

Sirens Sound in South, at Least One Rocket Strikes Israel

Conflicting reports from Cairo talks. Israeli team flies home. MK Yogev: 'Hit Hamas with all our might, until it screams'.

Hamas Declares the Current Ceasefire is 'Last Chance for Talks'

Terror group warns of no more ceasefires with Israel after the Cairo talks end Wednesday at midnight.

PA Says Egypt Presented Ceasefire Proposal

PA officials: Egypt presented a proposal that would see a reduction of the naval blockade and of the buffer zone.

Danon: You Don't Do Business with Terrorists

MK Danny Danon warns against making concessions to Hamas, says doing so will strengthen the terror group.

Bennett Slams 'Calm for Cash' Formula in Talks with Hamas

'It is impossible to fight our enemy with one hand and to fund it with the other,' Bennett fires, in criticism over Cairo talks.

Report: Saudi, UAE Donors Facilitated Hamas Ceasefire

Riyadh, Dubai granted money for rebuilding Gaza, official insists - prompting Hamas to change its tune over a truce.

Report: Norway, Turkey Offered Gaza Seaport to Hamas

Hamas's demands for unlimited transportation and import power allegedly garnering international support as talks continue.

UN Chief Welcomes Ceasefire, Urges Long-Term Truce

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urges Israel and Hamas to "avoid any steps which would lead to a return to violence."

IDF Spokesman: We're Not Going Anywhere

IDF spokesman Moti Almoz says that the new 72-hour ceasefire will be tested by Hamas's actions and the IDF is prepared to act if needed.

Hamas Fires Rocket Barrage Moments Before Ceasefire

Hamas fires a barrage of rockets just minutes before midnight, when a new 72-hour ceasefire took effect.

Report: Palestinian Arab Delegation Agrees to 72-Hour Truce

Palestinian media sources claim that all sides have agreed to a 72-hour truce. But is it another false alarm?

Hamas Spokesman: Ceasefire Wasn't Extended Because of Israel

Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri says "Israeli stubbornness" resulted in ceasefire ending.

Livni Presents Six-Point Plan for Gaza Ceasefire

Justice Minister's new plan links a ceasefire in Gaza with a return to peace negotiations with the Palestinian Authority.

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Attacks, Calls for Ceasefire

UN chief Ban Ki-moon expresses "deep disappointment" over the failure to extend the 72-hour truce, says it is "absolutely essential".

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Refuse to Extend Ceasefire

Both terror groups refuse to extend ceasefire past 8:00 am, say Israel has not accepted unprecedented laundry list of demands.

UN Urges Extension of Gaza Truce

The UN urges for an extension 72-hour truce that is set to end Friday morning, as Hamas sets preconditions for such an extension.

Hamas Holds 'Victory Rally' in Gaza

As ceasefire hangs in the balance, and despite severe losses, Hamas predictably claims victory.

Report: Israel to Lift Blockade, Travel Restrictions on Gaza

Egyptian sources insist Israel acquiescing to Hamas's unprecedented demands as rumors swirl over ceasefire talks.

Hamas: No Agreement to Extend Ceasefire

Hamas deputy leader says there has been no agreement to extend a 72-hour ceasefire with Israel that is set to expire on Friday.

Report: Israel Accepts Ceasefire Extension - Hamas Rejects It

Israeli official tells international media that Egyptian truce has been extended; Hamas insists fighting to resume.

As Cairo Talks Begin, Hamas Vows Never to Disarm

Rejecting key Israeli demand, Hamas spox threatens to 'take the life' of anyone trying to disarm the group; Israeli delegates meet in Egypt.

Kerry: Use Ceasefire to Resume Peace Talks

Secretary of State says the ceasefire in Gaza should be used to resume broader peace negotiations for a "two-state solution".

U.S. Expects to Participate in Ceasefire Talks

State Department spokeswoman says it is "likely" that U.S. representatives will take part in ceasefire talks between Israel and PA.

Washington: Burden is on Hamas to Keep Ceasefire

The United States welcomes 72-hour ceasefire, stresses the onus is on Hamas to maintain the truce.

Hamas Accepts 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the group accepts an Egyptian proposal for a 72-hour ceasefire. Israeli official: We'll be watching.

Israel Confirms Acceptance of 72-Hour Ceasefire

Cabinet votes to accept 72-hour ceasefire in Gaza, beginning Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. local time.

Rockets Strike 2 Hours After Unilateral Ceasefire Begins

Rockets hit Ashkelon area, just two hours after Israel declares unilateral ceasefire.

Hamas: We Don't Trust Israeli Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman: Israel's announcement of a humanitarian ceasefire "an attempt to divert the attention from Israeli massacres".

Israel Announces 7-Hour Humanitarian Ceasefire

Israel will hold its fire for a seven-hour "humanitarian window" starting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday.

London Calls for Ceasefire, Claims UK 'Deeply Disturbed' by War

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond urges unconditional truce in Gaza, saying UK is 'deeply disturbed' media coverage of operation.

Hamas Delegation Arrives in Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Israel rejects new negotiations, noting Hamas has broken five ceasefire deals in 27 days; Egypt pushes truce for 'real peace.'

Ceasefire Talks 'Still On', Says Egypt

Egypt says its invitation to Israeli and PA delegations for ceasefire talks is still in place despite failure of 72-hour humanitarian truce.

Kerry Demands Hamas Release Kidnapped IDF Soldier

Secretary of State condemns Hamas's violation of ceasefire, calls for release of Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin.

Obama Calls on Hamas to Release Abducted Soldier

Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin "needs to be unconditionally released as soon as possible", says Obama.

White House Condemns 'Barbaric' Breach of Truce by Hamas

US slams breach of Gaza truce in which IDF soldier feared abducted; talks over long-term ceasefire suspended.

Security Forces Mobilized in Jerusalem as Unrest Builds

Rioting overnight, Hamas calls for 'Day of Rage' prompts crackdown on terrorism in the capital; Temple Mount access restricted.

US to Pressure Israel, Hamas into Extending Truce

Deputy Secretary of State William Burns to travel to Cairo, push for extension of 72-hour 'humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza.

Egypt Invites Israel and PA for Truce Talks

Egypt invites Israel and the Palestinian Authority to send delegates to Cairo for truce talks, after both sides agreed to ceasefire.

White House Welcomes Ceasefire, Calls for Long-Term Truce

White House says it strongly supports the three-day ceasefire in Gaza, urges "restraint" until it begins.

Hamas Agrees to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the movement agrees to 72-hour ceasefire, provided that Israel observes it as well.

Security Council Calls for 'Humanitarian Pauses' in Gaza

UN Security Council renews an appeal for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Kerry: Israel and Hamas Agreed to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire starting Friday morning, according to Secretary of State Kerry.

State Department: Kerry Has 'Made Progress' in Ceasefire Bid

State Department says Kerry has "made some progress" in talks to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, but "we're not there yet".

Israeli Delegation Arrives in Cairo to Discuss Ceasefire

Israeli delegation arrives in Cairo to discuss a possible ceasefire in Gaza, leaves several hours later.

Exposed

In Leaked Tape, Hostile Obama Tries to Force PM to Accept Truce

US president markedly unfriendly, interrupted prime minister as he attempted to push unfavorable truce on Israel.

Hotovely: Say 'No' to U.S.-Offered Ceasefire

Deputy Transportation Minister says Obama's ceasefire makes it seem as though "the United States is working in the service of Hamas."

Kerry: Truce Deal 'Must Lead to the Disarmament of Hamas'

US, EU, UN pressure builds to accept internationally-mediated truce deal, despite heavy rocket fire on Israel.

Danon Blasts Obama Over Ceasefire Demand

"We need a break from the fire that is coming from the Obama administration," says MK following President's conversation with Netanyahu.

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu, Stresses Need for Ceasefire

Obama reiterates "serious and growing concern about the rising number of Palestinian civilian deaths" in conversation with Israeli PM.

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Asks for Another 'Humanitarian Ceasefire'

Reeling from IAF strikes, Hamas flip-flops once again on truce deal - and allegedly retracts some demands for leverage.

Hamas, Israel Confirm 12-Hour Ceasefire

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

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.

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."

Israel Rejects Kerry's Ceasefire Proposal

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

Aharonovitch Says Ceasefire Would Be a 'Mistake'

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

John Kerry 'Not Ruling Out Any Options' on Israel-Gaza Ceasefire

US Secretary of State reportedly sees 'signs of progress' in brokering truce between Israel, Hamas; on the ground, little has changed.