Gaza Region

Hamas Working on Being Removed from EU, U.S. Terror Lists

Hamas says its removal from the U.S. and European lists of terrorism organizations is “a matter of time.”

UN Reports the Truth: Hamas Killed BBC Reporter's Baby in Gaza

The UN has issued a report that plainly explains Israel’s Pillar of Defense operation and exposes Hamas lies to the BBC.

Israel Allows Turkish Food Trucks into Gaza

A spokesman for COGAT announced that Israel had approved the transfer of three trucks of food supplied by the Turkish government into Gaza.

UN Cancels Gaza Marathon Over Discriminatory Women Policy

Gaza's third international marathon has been cancelled after Hamas refused to allow women to participate.

Gaza Supplies Locked Out with Hamas Border Closure

More than 70 flatbed trucks of foodstuffs and other goods are sitting at the Kerem Shalom border crossing, locked out by Hamas.

Hamas: Israel Placed Spying Devices in Smuggled Weapons

Hamas refused to accept a missile shipment from Libya, claiming it included Israeli spying and tracking devices.

Gaza Terrorists Open Fire at Southern Israel

For the first time since the end of Operation Pillar of Defense, Gaza-based terrorists opened fire at the Shaar Hanegev region.

Gaza Court Cuts Sentence in Italian Murder Case

A Gaza military court accepted the appeal by two terrorists convicted last year of the kidnap and murder of an Italian national.

Human Rights Watch Says Israel Violated Laws of War

The US-based Human Rights Watch organization says Israel violated the laws of war during its counter terror offensive last November.

Hamas Gov’t Demolishes ‘Illegal’ Arab Homes in Gaza

The Hamas government has issued an order to demolish 75 homes belonging to PA Arabs in Gaza City. The UN has made no comment.

Hamas Launches Own News Agency

The Hamas terror movement, which rules Gaza, has set up its own news agency, called Al Rai.

Turkey Undermines Israel at NATO, But Wins Gaza Shipments

Israel allows Turkey to ship materials and experts to Gaza despite Ankara's attempts to undermine the Jewish State in NATO.

IDF: Hamas Makes a Million a Day in 'Taxes' on Smuggled Goods

Hamas is making at least a million dollars a day in “tax” money from Gaza smugglers, a senior IDF officer said Monday

Gaza University to Implement 'Modest' Dress Code for Females

Hamas takes another step towards sharia law, establishes "modest dress" code for female university students.

Tunisian President Postpones Gaza Visit

Tunisian President Moncef Marzouki has postponed his visit to Gaza until March after talks with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

PA Arab Hit by Tear Gas as Disturbances Continue

20-year-old PA Arab hit in the face by a tear gas canister, PA Arabs riot near Gush Etzion community, as Arab riots continue.

Israel at UN: Mali Threatens France? Gaza's in our Living Room

As international support is lent to French-led intervention in Mali, the same must be done for Israel’s fight against terror in Gaza.

Malaysia's PM Visits Gaza, Irks Fatah

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak visits Gaza’s Hamas terrorist rulers, angering PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas’s rival Fatah movement.

Gaza 'Siege'? Arab Leaders Continue to Freely Visit

Gaza’s Hamas rulers constantly claim that the region is under an “Israeli siege”, but continue to host leaders of Arab countries.

Hamas Tries to Limit Israeli Imports into Gaza

Hamas bans certain types of Israeli goods into Gaza. Israel nevertheless continues supplying goods.

IDF Discovers Tunnel Shaft into Gaza

Airstrikes during Operation Pillar of Defense destroyed dozens of tunnels but the discovery of such tunnels remains a top priority.

Hamas Tests Improved Long-Range Missiles

Hamas recently test fired improved long-range missiles from a training base in what was once Gush Katif, PA media reported.

PA Arab Man Shot Dead Near Gaza Fence

A Palestinian Authority Arab man shot dead by IDF troops after causing damage to the Gaza border fence.

Egypt Seizes U.S.-Made Weapons Meant for Gaza

Egyptian security forces have seized U.S.-made anti-tank and surface-to-air missiles destined for Gaza, security officials say.

'Victory is Near', Abbas Tells Supporters in Gaza

"Gaza was the first territory rid of occupation and settlement," PA Chairman says in speech on Fatah's anniversary.

Fatah Prepares for Anniversary Celebrations in Gaza

Supporters of the Fatah movement start massing in the main squares in Gaza for the movement's first celebration since 2007.

Mufti of Australia Slammed for Seeking to Learn from Gaza Terror

The mufti of Australia visited Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Gaza, sparking harsh condemnations from the country's Jewish community.

Egypt Prevented 3 Attempts to Smuggle Weapons into Gaza

Sources: Egypt has prevented three instances of smuggling of weapons into Gaza since Operation Pillar of Defense.

Sources: Israeli Arrested in Egypt Aimed to Help Gaza Terrorists

Andrei Pashnichikov was on his way to Gaza to help terrorists there in their war against Israel, sources told Arutz Sheva

Hamas to Allow Fatah to Celebrate Anniversary in Gaza

The Gaza branch of the Fatah party will mark its anniversary in the Hamas-ruled enclave after an accord between the two factions.

Hamas Bans Israeli Media

Hamas forbids local journalists from working with 'hostile' Israeli media.

Hamas Responds to HRW: We Didn't Mean to Hurt Civilians

Hamas responds to HRW report which accused it of war crimes, says it "only targeted soldiers and military bases".

Egyptian Army Thwarts Rocket Smuggling to Gaza

Armed forces in the Sinai foiled an attempt to smuggle 17 rockets to Gaza.

Hamas Denies Intent to Take Over Judea, Samaria

The Hamas terrorist organization denies reports of its intent to take over Palestinian Authority-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria.

The Truth Comes Out

Human Rights Watch: Gaza Commits War Crimes

The truth finally comes out: Human Rights Watch says Gaza “armed groups” commit war crimes by targeting Israeli civilians.

IDF Stops Infiltration Attempt from Gaza

IDF soldiers patrolling along the border fence with Gaza fire into the air, deter several Arabs who approached the fence.

European Union Observers Rebuffed Again by Hamas

EU monitors have once again been told by Hamas their services are “not required” at the border crossing between Gaza and Egypt.

IDF Wounds, then Treats, Gaza Arab Outside Fishing Zone

The Navy shot and wounded a Gaza Arab who refused orders to keep his fishing boat from entering waters under a maritime embargo.

Iranian Aid Convoy to be Allowed into Gaza

Egypt has approved the entry of an Iranian aid convoy with food and medical supplies into Gaza.

Gaza M75 Perfume Captures 'Victory' Scent

A cosmetic company in Gaza has launched M75, a new perfume named after a long-range missile used by Hamas terrorists.

Video: Gaza Baby Named Fajr for Missiles Launched at Israel

A Gazan father has named his newborn son “Fajr”, after the Iranian-made missile that Gaza terrorists fired towards Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Netanyahu Should Retire from Politics, Says Mashaal

"May you destroy the home of Netanyahu," Hamas chief Mashaal tells students at the Islamic University of Gaza.

Woman Power Fights Hamas with ‘Unmanned Ground Vehicles’

IDF female soldiers may be the guiding hand to destroy Hamas. They are staffing new “unmanned ground vehicles” at Gaza border.

Italy Stops Weapons Shipment to Gaza

Following a tip from Israel, Italian police seize a shipment of weapons intended for Egypt with a final destination of Gaza.

Mashaal: We Won't Cede an Inch of 'Palestine'

"Palestine is our land and nation from the (Mediterranean) sea to the (Jordan) river, from north to south," says Hamas chief in Gaza.

Mashaal in Gaza: Tomorrow Ramallah, then Jerusalem

"Today is Gaza. Tomorrow will be Ramallah and after that Jerusalem,” says Hamas chief during first ever visit to Gaza.

Report: Israel Threatened to Kill Islamic Jihad Leader

Israel threatened to kill the leader of Islamic Jihad if he enters Gaza, causing the party to reconsider his upcoming visit, sources say.

Haniyeh: Take Hamas Off Lists of Terror Organizations

Hamas PM calls on world countries to take Hamas off their lists of designated terror groups, says Israel is the greatest terror state.

Dutch 'Artwork' Vilifying IDF Just in Time for Holidays

Dutch artwork, which deliberately vilifies the IDF, attempts to garner international sympathy through artistic expression.

Hamas's Mashaal to Visit Gaza Next Week

Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal is to make his first-ever visit to Gaza at the end of next week, say officials.

World Bank Gives Hamas $6.4 Million Prize after Missile War

Hamas again receives world aid, this time $6 .4 million, after escalating missile attacks on Israel.

IDF Commander 'Surprised' by Quick Halt to Rocket Fire

The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says he was “surprised” at how quickly the rocket fire from Gaza stopped last week.

Neo-Nazi Hungarian Lawmaker Calls for 'Jewish List'

A far-right Hungarian lawmaker released a statement saying that a list should be compiled of all Jewish members of parliament and government

Next Battle 'A Matter of Time'

Hamas Ceasefire Video: Death to Israel

Hamas has removed any doubts of its ceasefire intentions with a post-truce music-video urging “Death to Israel” with “blood and fire."

Hamas Recognized as a 'Party'

Hamas Lost – But Won, Says Ex-GOP Policy Advisor

Hamas won a diplomatic victory by being recognized in negotiations after losing militarily, said ex-GOP foreign policy advisor Abrams.

Gratuitous Anti-Semitic Slur:

Canadian Talk Show Host: 'Jewish People Can be Annoying'

B'nai Brith is demanding an apology from a Canadian talk show host who sympathized on the air with anti-Semitic statements.

Break-in from Gaza

IDF Kills Suspected Gaza Terrorist after Stabbing

Soldiers killed a suspected Gaza terrorist early Monday after he broke into a Jewish home and stabbed a girl before fleeing.

PA to Release Hamas Prisoners in 'Goodwill Gesture'

The Palestinian Authority will release Hamas-affiliated detainees and allow Hamas to attend PLO meetings in Judea and Samaria.

Hamas to Investigate Executions of 'Collaborators'

Hamas will establish a committee to investigate the execution without trial of seven Gazans during Operation Pillar of Defense.

Britain's Hague Seeks to Find 'Good' in Gaza Crisis

British Foreign Secretary William Hague urged the U.S. to take a "decisive lead" on reviving the Middle East peace process.