Gaza Region

'There Are Thousands of Al-Qaeda Terrorists in Gaza'

"If Israel violates the truce, we fire our rockets," warns the head of a Gaza-based jihadist group.

Watch: Soldiers Sing Shabbat Songs En-Route to Iran Weapons Ship

Having set sail to intercept Gaza-bound weapons shipment Saturday, Israeli Navy soldiers still managed to celebrate Shabbat at sea.

Hamas 'Work Accident' Kills Terrorist, Injures Nine Others

Blast during bomb-making training session kills local Hamas commander, according to sources.

Zarif: Claims that We Sent Missiles to Gaza Are a Lie

Iran’s foreign minister says Israel's claims that Iran tried to ship weapons to Hamas are "delusional thinking."

Egypt Deports Women Activists who Tried to Enter Gaza

Egypt deports dozens of women activists who flew in to Cairo in a bid to reach neighboring Gaza.

Egypt Blocks 100 Female Activists On Way to Gaza

European and American activists detained in Egypt crackdown; had planned to spend International Women's Day under Hamas.

Iran, Hamas Deny Connection to Weapons Ship

Claims of seizing a shipment of weapons meant for Gaza a "Zionist fabrication", charges Hamas.

'Raid on Weapons Ship a Great Achievement for Intelligence'

Amos Yadlin, former military intelligence chief, praises IDF for its success in intercepting the shipment of Iranian weapons to Gaza.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Sderot

Rocket fired at the southern Israeli city of Sderot explodes in an open field, causing no physical injuries or damages.

Footage Released from IDF Raid on Iranian Weapons Ship

Short clip shows IDF surveillance of the raid on Klos C; watch the ship as it gets surrounded.

US and Israel Worked Together to Track, Raid Iranian Weapon Ship

White House reveals its role in the raid, follows Israel's lead in calling on the international community to condemn Iran.

Iranian Ship Stocked with Heavy Warheads

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon notes missiles 'threaten millions of Israelis,' had 175 kilogram warheads.

Peres Calls Iran's Bluff, Asks International Community to Follow

After weapons ship raid, President Shimon Peres stresses Iran, Hamas violating international law.

PM Says Intercepted Weapons Shipment Shows Iran's True Face

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns international community that weapons ship seized by IDF commandos just the tip of the iceberg.

IAF Strikes Gaza After Rocket Attack

Palestinian Arab media sources claim one person killed during the airstrike.

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Rocket Strikes Near Ashkelon; None Hurt

Eighth rocket from Gaza this month causes no casualties or damage.

IAF Hits Rocket Launcher in Gaza

IAF aircraft hits a rocket launcher in northern Gaza, prevents a planned attack on southern Israel.

'Disengagement' Planner Reveals PR Campaign

Eyal Arad speaks at Ariel University conference, warns lesson that Israeli public flocks behind strong leader must be learned.

Electric Company Head: I'd Cut Off the Power to Gaza

IEC director Yiftah Ron-Tal calls on the state of Israel to help his company collect the PA's electrical debt.

Hamas Thinks It Found Offshore Gas Field

MP in Hamas government claims gas field found off Gaza coast, deputy prime minister not so sure.

Israel Guilty of 'Apartheid', Says Falk in Final Report

In his final report to the UN, “human rights expert” Richard Falk accuses Israel of a "systematic oppression of the Palestinian people".

16 Gazans Wounded in Weekly Provocation

16 Arabs wounded by IDF gunfire in two incidents near the border fence in Gaza, where Friday clashes have become common.

Israeli Hospital Saves Lives of Two Pregnant Women from Gaza

Israel continues to overlook politics to save the lives of Palestinian Arabs.

Sabbath Calm Disturbed by Rocket Attacks

Terrorists fire rocket at Eshkol region, just one hour after an attack on the Hof Ashkelon region.

Gaza Rocket Explodes in Open Area Near Ashkelon

Terrorists fire a rocket at southern Israel, which hits an open area in the Hof Ashkelon Region.

17 Arabs Wounded in Latest Gaza Provocation

Palestinian Arabs throw rocks at IDF soldiers near the border fence in northern Gaza.

PA and Hamas Guilty of Rampant Human Rights Abuses

New report from Arabs in Judea, Samaria and Gaza reveals systemic abuses and oppression by PA and Hamas governments.

Hamas to UN: Your Textbooks Are 'Too Peaceful'

In its latest spat with UNRWA, Hamas blasts UN agency for using books that focus too heavily on "peaceful" conflict resolution.

Newest 'Pallywood' Production: How Shalit Got Kidnapped

A Gaza movie producer has begun shooting a film that purports to be a dramatization of the kidnapping of IDF soldier Gilad Shalit.

Gaza Fence Clash - Terrorist Shot Dead

IDF shoots terrorist leading group attempting to tamper with security fence, second terrorist reportedly wounded.

Israel, PA Reach Compromise Over 'State of Palestine' Papers

Gazans to be allowed into Israel for medical treatment if "State of Palestine" is blurred from their entry papers.

You Were Wrong About Gaza, Edelstein Tells Schulz

Knesset Speaker explains to the president of the European Parliament that he had been mistaken in the "facts" he presented.

Gazans Refused Entry to Israel over 'State of Palestine' Papers

Defense Ministry confirms patients were turned away for incorrectly-marked papers, but says urgent cases allowed through.

Hamas Upset with Textbooks that Recognize 'Zionists'

Hamas takes issue with new books used by UNRWA that convince students "to accept the Zionist enemies."

Erdogan: No Written Protocol? No Normalization

Turkish Prime Minister says that Israel must commit in writing to lifting the "siege" on Gaza for normalization with Turkey.

Financial Crisis? PA Planning Airport and Railway

PA announces several new transportation related projects and is even seeking to expand into areas under Israeli control.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft hit several targets in Gaza, hours after two rockets hit southern Israel.

Gaza Rocket Hits Southern Israel

Rocket fired from Gaza explodes in an open area of the Shaar HaNegev Regional Council. No physical injuries or damages.

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Rocket Strikes Near Ashkelon

Rockets barrage from Gaza continues Monday, as Qassam missile falls near Ashkelon.

British MP: Israel Committing Holocaust in Gaza

Pakistan-born Labor MP Qureshi claims Israel founded because of the Holocaust, accuses Israel of doing the same to Gaza.

Egypt Kills 16 Terrorists Near Gaza

Egyptian army reports airstrike took out 16 in Sinai near Gaza, latest in string of clashes between Islamists and Egyptian army in region.

Rocket from Gaza Strikes Negev

Gazan terrorists fire rocket Saturday evening, no damage or injuries reported.

IDF Gunfire Wounds 5 Gazans Near Border Fence

IDF opens fire after Arabs rioters hurl stones hurled and try to damage the border fence.

Rocket Hits Eshkol Region, No One Hurt

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza fire a rocket at southern Israel. Rocket explodes in an open area of the Eshkol Regional Council.

Hamas Redeploys Forces Along Border with Israel

Hamas has redeployed its security forces along the border with Israel to prevent rocket fire.

State Department Warns Against Travel to Judea, Samaria and Gaza

The United States encourages Israel to release terrorists, but warns its citizens against traveling to the region due to "violence".

Gantz: We'll Investigate 'Friendly Fire' Incident in Gaza

Chief of Staff promises that the IDF would continue to investigate the incident in which Tal Nahman was killed.

Soldier Killed by Friendly-Fire: Captain Tal Nahman, 21

IDF soldier killed in friendly fire after mistaken for a terrorist revealed to be 21 year-old from Nes Ziona. Family in shock.

IDF Soldier Killed by Friendly Fire in Gaza

IDF officer killed by friendly fire during an operation in northern Gaza. Incident is being investigated.

Israel Offers Turkey $20 Million Over Mavi Marmara Flotilla

Compensation talks advancing over 2010 incident in which flotilla tried to illegally break blockade on terror group Hamas.

Report: Hamas Gives 'Green Light' For More Rocket Attacks

Hamas forces preventing rocket fire on Israel withdrawn from their posts, may give free reign for more attacks on Israel.

Intelligence Min. Says Israel Must Invade Gaza, Destroy Hamas

Yuval Steinitz responds to Friday rocket on Eilat, warns at this rate Israel will have to enter Gaza and replace Hamas with PA.

Ya'alon: 'We Will Hurt Those Who Hurt Us'

Defense Minister vows not to let Hamas attack Jewish Israelis 'just because they are Jews.'

IAF Aircraft Hit Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft hit several terror-related sites in Gaza, hours after a rocket attack targeting the city of Netivot.

'Losing Shalit' Coming to Theaters Near You

Production being completed on first of film trilogy about Shalit kidnapping, Gaza 'film industry in spirit of resistance.'

Netivot Hit By Rocket From Gaza

Rocket hits open space, no injuries or damage reported by police.

Hamas to Egypt: Stop the Lies

Hamas denies any connection to Sinai terrorism, calls on Cairo to stop the "lies."

Video: Jihadists Produce Gaza's First Domestic Missile Launcher

Mujahideen Brigades boasts new anti-tank missile launcher in video, shows growing domestic military industry.

Islamic Jihad Threatens Suicide Bombings, Escalation

Iranian-backed Islamist group promises to target Israeli civilians in revenge for slain operative in Gaza.

IDF Kills Rioter Attempting to Break Through Gaza Border

One other Palestinian Arab rioter injured after security forces open fire in latest clashes.