Gaza Region

Bennett: Hamas Committing 'Self-Genocide'

If four Gaza kids playing soccer were killed Wednesday, as Hamas claims, the terror group is at fault, Naftali Bennett said on CNN.

Egyptian Offical: Hamas to Blame for Gaza Destruction

Former Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohammed Al-Arabi said Hamas was "shedding the blood of innocent Palestinians” by attacking Israel.

Cease-Fire or Not, Hamas Continues Rocket Barrage on Israel

Hamas terrorists fired a large number of rockets at central Israel Thursday morning. No injuries have been reported.

Miracle on the border

Video Details Terror Tunnel Attack, and IDF Destructive Response

Major terror attack prevented as soldiers identified and eliminated a threat emerging from a Gaza terror tunnel.

Israel, Hamas Teams in Cairo for Cease-Fire 'Shuttle Diplomacy'

As Hamas continued to fire rockets at Israel, Israeli and Hamas teams were in Egypt to discuss a cease-fire - indirectly.

Hamas: Israel 'Must Pay a Price for Cease-Fire'

Hamas, refusing to back down even as Israel smashes its Gaza infrastructure, is demanding a series of concessions from Israel.

German Soccer Star Ozil Donates $600k to 'Gaza's Children'

A Muslim soccer player is donating his World Cup winnings to "the children of Gaza," reports say.

Popular Singer Rihanna Tweets 'Free Palestine', Apologizes

Popular pop star Rihanna posted a tweet in support of Palestinian Arabs, then deleted it and said the tweet was made by mistake.

EU Urges Israel to 'Act Proportionately' in Gaza

EU condemns firing of rockets from Gaza but also what it calls "the indiscriminate targeting of civilians."

Obama: Israel Has a Right to Defend Itself

President Obama says Washington supports Israel’s right to defend itself, adds he is "heartbroken" by deaths of civilians in Gaza.

New Hamas Hebrew Video Threatens IDF Soldiers

In its latest propaganda video, Hamas warns soldiers against a ground assault on Gaza.

Lapid: Hamas is Responsible for Children's Deaths

Israel is doing everything in its power to prevent the deaths of innocent civilians in airstrikes, says Finance Minister.

After Another Rocket Salvo, Hamas Agrees to UN Ceasefire

Hamas agrees to temporary humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, but not before firing another salvo of rockets towards Israel.

Israeli Delegation to Visit Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Shin Bet chief among members of an Israeli delegation that will visit Cairo to discuss Gaza ceasefire.

Kerry: We're Working Hard to Achieve Ceasefire

Secretary of State says the United States is doing everything it can to end the rocket fire and Israeli airstrikes.

Ya'alon: Hamas Will Understand it Was a Mistake to Attack Israel

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon vows that Israel will continue to inflict damage upon Hamas.

Arab MK Stages 'Moment of Silence' for Gaza Dead in Knesset

MK Basel Ghattas's 'moment of silence' spoofs Memorial Day ceremony; many 'civilian' casualties in Gaza likely not civilians at all.

Poll: Most Israelis Object to Ceasefire with Hamas

The majority of the Israeli public is against a ceasefire with Hamas, but is also pessimistic that rocket fire will stop.

Turkey Trying to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Turkey steps up diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, but this will be difficult given its tense relations with Israel.

Israeli Airstrike Hits Home of Senior Hamas Leader

Israel hits empty Gaza home of Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar and several other senior Hamas officials.

IDF Warns Northern Gaza Residents to Evacuate Their Homes

IDF tells residents of two northern Gaza neighborhoods that an airstrike against terrorists is impending.

Rocket Kills 30 Cows at Gaza-Border Kibbutz

Footage shows devastation wrought by rocket fire on livelihood of Israeli farmers, ranchers - and just how deadly rockets can be.

IDF Launches Targeted Attacks against 30 Terror Hotspots in Gaza

IDF forces target and hit 30 terrorist positions on Tuesday in response to Hamas' rejection of Egypt-initiated ceasefire.

Bennett Calls on Hamas 'Cowards' to Stop Using Human Shields

Israeli Economics Minister rejects criticism from 'human rights' groups: 'even if we hand out chocolate they'll criticize us'.

Liberman: IDF Operation Should 'Go All the Way', Retake Gaza

Foreign Minister says Israel should take advantage of Hamas's rejection of ceasefire agreement to decisively defeat them.

ICRC: Gaza's Water Supply Suffering from Operation

Red Cross delegation leader claims clean water, electricity to Gaza suffering as a result of operation. But is it true?

Hamas Using Mosques as Front for Terrorism

Israeli report: Hamas using mosques to hide terror activity, training camps - then cry 'religious persecution' when they are targeted.

IDF Spokesperson Explains Challenges in Fighting Hamas

Lt. Col. Peter Lerner explains the difficulties Israel faces in its struggle against Hamas, which uses civilians as human shields.

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Hamas leader warns his group will not accept any ceasefire that does not “meet the demands of the Palestinian people”.

Nationalist MKs Outraged Over Impending Ceasefire

Egypt’s proposal for a ceasefire is "a disaster", says Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Cabinet to Discuss Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal

Security Cabinet will meet Tuesday morning at 7:00 a.m. to discuss Egyptian proposal for ceasefire in Gaza.

IEC Workers Risk Lives to Return Electricity to Civilians

IEC workers seen wearing protective gear as they restore power; IEC rejects reports of returning electricity to Gaza.

Hamas Boasts over Failed Drone Attack, Says it Has UAV 'Arsenal'

Hamas confirms that it had dispatched a drone to fly over Israel earlier Monday - and claims that it has more waiting.

Watch: Egyptian TV Hosts 'Sick and Tired' of Hamas

Enmity towards Islamist groups boils over on Egyptian TV, as hatred of Hamas trumps hostility towards Israel.

Operation Protective Edge Enters Day 7

Over 940 rockets have been fired towards Israel in the past week and over 1,425 terror targets in Gaza have been hit, says IDF.

Neil Young Cancels Israel Concert for Security Reasons

Neil Young and Crazy Horse cancel upcoming concert in Tel Aviv due to the security situation in Israel.

UN Chief Warns Against Ground Operation in Gaza

"Too many Palestinian civilians have been killed", says Ban Ki-moon as he urges Israel not to launch a ground operation in Gaza.

Abbas Asks for 'Protection for Palestine'

PA Chairman asks the UN to put “the state of Palestine” under "international protection" due to the violence in Gaza.

Hamas Rocket Strikes Gaza Electric Supply, Israel not Fixing It

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has asked the IEC not to risk the lives of its employees in trying to restore power.

Shin Bet: We Didn't Send Out Shelter Warning Message

In an unusual move, the Shin Bet said that text messages sent out in its name were attempts to sow panic among Israelis.

Hevron Arabs Climb the Roofs to Watch Tel Aviv's Destruction

Hevron residents climbed their roofs Saturday night - but were disappointed when promised Hamas destruction did not rain down on Tel Aviv.

Official: Calmer, Cooler Leaders Needed in Gaza

Israel wants to replace the current leadership in Gaza with a 'restrained and responsible' group, a senior IDF official said.

Breaking news

'Nahariya Rocket' Was a False Alarm

Two missiles intercepted over Tel Aviv. One falls south of Haifa, and one east of the city. No one was injured.

PA Official Admits: Israel Follows International Law, We Don't

Palestinian envoy to UN Human Rights Council says Hamas rockets are 'crimes against humanity', while Israeli strikes are legal.

International Calls for Cease-fire Intensify

France joins calls for Israel to show 'restraint' in Gaza operation, Hamas ceasefire, despite reports of disinterest on both sides.

Minister Presents Detailed Plan for Israel to Stop Aid to Gaza

Plan to include establishment of international waypoint, artificial 'island', and full border between Israel and Gaza.

IDF Warns Gazans of Upcoming IAF Strikes

Leaflets warn civilians to steer clear of specific streets ahead of 'short' assault on terror targets.

Morocco: Rabbi Attacked 'Because of Gaza'

The rabbi of the Jewish community in Casablanca badly beaten as a retaliation by locals for Israel’s airstrikes in Gaza.

Security Council Calls for End to Gaza Hostilities

Security Council urges Israel and Hamas to respect "international humanitarian laws" and stop the loss of life.

IDF Commandos Raid Gaza Rocket Compound

Soldiers from the Shayetet naval commando unit raid compound from which long-range rockets had been fired.

Watch: IDF Calls Off Airstrike After Seeing Children Near Target

The Israel Air Force called off an airstrike in Gaza on Thursday when the pilot realized that children were near his target.

Thousands Protest Against Israel in London and Paris

Thousands of pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators call for an end to Israeli military strikes on Gaza.

Liberman: Time to Put an End to Hamas's Rule Over Gaza

Foreign Minister says that an aerial operation is not enough to complete the goal of ending Hamas's rule in Gaza.

U.S. Willing to 'Leverage Contacts' to Mediate Ceasefire

White House says it is ready to leverage its relationships in the Middle East to try to bring about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

IAF Hits Rocket Launcher, Hamas Gathering in Gaza

Latest Israeli airstrikes target launcher used to fire rockets at Tel Aviv and a gathering of Hamas terrorists in Gaza City.

Rocket Hits Be'er Sheva Home, One Person Injured

Rocket fired from Gaza hits a home in Be’er Sheva, injuring one and causing extensive damage to the building.

Egypt Slams 'Oppressive' IDF Operation

'Peace partner' calls for international pressure for ceasefire in operation on 'occupied Palestinian territory' of Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Chief of Staff Says Hamas 'Made a Big Mistake'

Benny Gantz says IDF ready to expand operation; Gaza has to choose 'either calmness or catastrophe.'

Operation Protective Edge

The United States Stands by Israel

US Ambassador to Israel says on Israeli radio that "we denounce these attacks and support Israel's right to defend itself."

'No Country Provides Electricity to the Enemy in Wartime'

Movement for Governability and Democracy slams fact that legal advisers are blocking tactical move that could save lives.