Gaza Region

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.

IDF Chief Assures 'Quiet Will Last – Or Else'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz assured Israelis on Sunday there would be no more rocket fire from Gaza – “or else.”

Islamic Terrorists Bomb Egyptian-Gaza Border Base

Terrorists destroyed part of an Egyptian base at Rafiah, challenging Cairo’s control over the Sinai after the ceasefire with Israel.

Muslim Cleric in Gaza: Sin to Violate Truce with Israel

An Islamic cleric in Gaza has issued a religious edict declaring it a sin to violate the truce arranged last week between Israel and Hamas.

Smuggling Threatens Ceasefire

Iran Loads Ship with More Missiles for Hamas

Iran has loaded a ship with more missiles for Hamas in Gaza. Israel: We will destroy any attempt to smuggle weapons.

Hamas Deploys Police Forces Along Gaza Border

Hamas deploys police along Gaza's border with Israel to prevent further violence.

British Colonel Kemp: Hamas Leaders 'Running for Their Lives'

Israel achieved the goals it set for itself in Gaza and has caused heavy damage to Hamas, says Colonel Richard Kemp.

Ahmadinejad Congratulates Hamas on its 'Victory'

Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad congratulates Hamas's prime ministeron a "great victory" over Israel.

US Lawmakers Take Up Call to Ban Hamas from Twitter

The past week's terrorist attacks have rekindled calls for Twitter to ban Hamas from utilizing the social networking site to incite hate.

Gantz: The Other Side Will Understand What Happened to It

Chief of Staff Benny Gantz during a visit with wounded: The operation in Gaza achieved the desired results.

Survey: 70% of Israelis Opposed Halting Gaza Operation

A survey found that 70 percent of Israelis opposed halting the military operation in the Gaza Strip.

Russia: Quartet 'Insufficient' for Long Term Conflict Resolution

The Middle East Quartet is an "insufficient" format for long-term resolution of the Arab-Israel conflict, said Russia's Foreign Minister.

Jewish Agency Takes Children from South on 'Day of Fun'

In hopes of providing residents of the South with a degree of solace, the Jewish Agency took 9,000 children out for a day of fun.

Gesher Organization to Send 200 Shoppers to Ashdod

The Gesher organization initiates a convoy of 200 individuals who will purchase supplies and food for Shabbat in Ashdod.

Lieberman: Power is Also About Holding Back

"I am proud that we can make decisions even when they are contrary to electoral interests," Minister Lieberman says about Gaza.

Son of Hamas Arch-terrorist Vows to Avenge His Father's Death

The son of Hamas arch-terrorist Ahmed Jaabari vows to avenge his father’s death, says it will be "very painful".

Back to Normal? Some Students in the South to Return to School

After days of staying in shelters, students in some parts of the south will return to school on Friday.

Former IDF Manpower Head: Gaza Operation Because of Elections

Netanyahu and Barak started Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza because of electoral considerations, says Maj. Gen. (res.) Elazar Stern.

Beit El Women to Clinton: Don't Compare Israel to Gaza

Women from the town of Beit El call on the U.S. Secretary of State not to compare between Israel and Hamas.

Amnesty Takes Disciplinary Action Against Offending Jewish Tweet

Amnesty International initiated disciplinary action against a staff member who posted offensive tweet targeting Jewish members of parliament

Hamas Declares Nov. 22 Gaza Public Holiday

The Hamas terrorist organization has declared November 22, the day after its ceasefire was signed with Israel, as a public holiday in Gaza.

Hamas Not Behind Tel Aviv Attack, Claims Mashaal

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal tells CNN he would accept a Palestinian state but would not recognize Israel.

Security Council Praises Ceasefire, Calls to Uphold It

UN praises the Gaza ceasefire, while world hails Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi for mediating the efforts.

IDF Spokesman: We Will Foil Terror but Not Initiate Strikes

IDF Spokesman Brigadier General Yoav Mordechai: Despite the ceasefire, we have a mandate to foil any terror attack on Israelis.

IDF Summarizes Operation: 1,500 Gaza Targets Hit

The IDF hit more than 1,500 targets in Gaza during Operation Pillar of Defense, according to a statement of summary.

Terrorists Fire 20 Rockets Since Ceasefire Begins

Gaza’s terrorist rulers mark the ceasefire by firing 20 rockets in three hours at southern Israel.