Gaza Region

Hamas: We Tried to Kidnap a Soldier

Hamas admits it tried to kidnap an IDF soldier in an incident when its terrorists breached the border. The attempt failed.

4 Killed by Mortar; Terrorist Killed after Breaching Border

A house near the Gaza border was directly hit by a mortar shell; terrorists infiltrated into Israel near Nahal Oz. One was eliminated

Rabbis: Soldiers May Eat Meat During 'Nine Days'

Soldiers need their strength, and fighting terrorists to save Jewish lives trumps the custom not to eat meat this week, IDF Rabbis said.

Riots, Rock Throwing Continue Throughout Country

As Hamas continued firing rockets at Israel, Arabs continued rioting in the rest of the country.

Danny Dayan: Obama, Kerry Caused 'Long-Term Damage'

Danny Dayan of the Council of Judea and Samaria said that the Obama administration suffered from a 'perversion of morality'

Despite Cease-Fire Talk, Rockets Continue Falling

Hamas said Monday that it expects Egypt to adjust cease-fire proposals to favor its demands. Meanwhile, it kept up rocket fire at Israel.

B'nei Akiva to Fete Airline Staff

To show Israel's appreciation for their 'bravery under fire,' B'nei Akiva members will welcome airline staff arriving at Ben Gurion Airport.

Turkish Group Plans 'Flotilla II' to Gaza

IHH organizing a "Freedom Flotilla II", claims again it will be carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Video: Abbas's Son Criticizes Obama, Compares Israel to Nazis

During a televised interview as he donated blood to "Gaza martyrs", PA Chairman's son verbally attacked Israel.

Thousands Protest Against 'Gaza Genocide' in Rotterdam

Anti-Israel protests continue in Europe: Thousands protest in Dutch port against what some labelled Israel's “genocide in Gaza”.

Iran to UN: Do More to Stop the 'Zionist Crimes'

Iran's Foreign Minister criticizes the United Nations for failing to end Israel's operation in Gaza.

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.

IDF Says it Was Not Responsible for UNRWA School Deaths

IDF confirms firing a mortar round into UNRWA school in Gaza, but says the school was empty at the time.

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.

MK Elkin: IDF 'Knew All About Tunnel Threat'

Members of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee 'were not shocked' by news of the Hamas tunnels, said MK Zev Elkin

Terror Group Threatens to 'Chop Off the Heads of the Jews'

Jews who refuse to leave “Palestine” will be subject to beheading, a Gaza terror group said.

Video: Newly-Installed Rivlin Visits Families of Gaza Fallen

Reuven Rivlin spent his first full day as President of Israel visiting families of soldiers killed in action in Gaza.

Islamic Jihad Said to Have Iranian 'Judgement Day' Missile

Sources said that Islamic Jihad's big 'surprise' was a long-range, explosive-laden Iranian-made rocket.

Jewish Home MKs: We Appreciate What Our Soldiers Are Doing

Jewish Home activists and MKs visited soldiers on the Gaza front, and came away impressed and inspired.

Thousands Gather in Prayer at Kotel

Tens of thousands of people gathered at the Kotel to pray for G-d's help in destroying Hamas.

IHH Planning New Turkish Navy-Protected Flotilla

A new Turkish flotilla would be accompanied by Turkish naval forces, organizers of the project said.

Missionaries Harassing IDF Soldiers Manning Iron Dome

IDF soldiers fighting the battle against Hamas are being forced into another battle - against missionaries. 'They've crossed a red line'.

Calls for Israel to 'Use US, EU Flight Bans to its Advantage'

Dr. Aryeh Bachrach has a novel way to deal with the flight bans declared last week by US and EU authorities.

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.

Fatah Declares 'Open War' on Israel

Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigade, Fatah's “military wing”, declares "open war" over Israel's operation in Gaza.

Paris: 70 Arrested at Banned Pro-Palestinian Arab Protest

French police arrest 70 people after banned pro-Palestinian Arab protest in central Paris degenerates into clashes.

Two Wounded Soldiers Succumb to Their Injuries

Two soldiers who were wounded during Operation Protective Edge pass away in hospital.

Report: Hamas to Buy More Rockets From North Korea

Islamist group seeking to replenish depleted stockpiles of rockets, improve ground forces performance in face of IDF operation.

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.

Watch: IDF Paratroopers Foil Attempted Ambush in Gaza

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

Iran: We Provided Hamas with Rocket Technology

Iranian parliament speaker boasts that his country provided Hamas with the technology it has used to rain down rockets on Israel.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pakistan Calls to End Gaza Blockade

After voting in favor of UN Human Rights Council investigation into Israel's operation in Gaza, Pakistan calls for end to Israeli blockade.

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.

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.

UN Chief 'Outraged' Over Rockets Stored in UNRWA Schools

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon expresses "outrage and regret" over the placing of rocket in UN-run schools.

Israeli Islamist Leader: Gaza Will Rub Israel's Nose in the Mud

Deputy head of the radical Islamic Movement in Israel threatens that Gaza will repay Israel "in spades".

Turkey's Airline Extends Suspension of Flights to Israel

Turkey's national carrier extends its suspension of direct flights to Tel Aviv, cites security reasons.

U.S., Canada Criticize UNHRC Over Bias Against Israel

United States and Canada criticize the United Nations Human Rights Council over its intention to investigate the IDF's operations in Gaza.

Khamenei to Palestinian Arabs: Keep Fighting Israel

"The only way to deal with this savage regime is to continue resistance," says Iran's supreme leader.

Lapid: Retaking Gaza is on the Table

"We decided when to start the operation and we will also decide how to move forward," says Finance Minister.

Liberman: UNHRC is the Council for Terrorist Rights

Foreign Minister slams United Nations Human Rights Council over its intention to investigate the IDF's operations in Gaza.

Watch: Funeral of American who Joined the IDF

30,000 people attended the funeral of lone soldier Sergeant Max Steinberg in Jerusalem.

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.

IDF Returns Fire After Terrorists Attack From Gaza Hospital

Army says IDF troops coming under fire 'for days' from Hamas and Islamic Jihad gunmen operating from Al Wafa hospital.