Gaza Region

Jewish Lobby? US Jews Help Save Pro-Hamas Flotilla

A large group of US Jews joining the pro-Hamas flotilla throws cold water on the allegation of a unified pro-Israel “Jewish lobby” in America.

Mavi Marmara Nixed From "Freedom Flotilla 2"

Turkish authorities refused to grant the Mavi Marmara permits thereby making it impossible for the infamous ship to lead this year's Gaza flotilla.

Israel Once Again Allows Medical Supplies to Enter Gaza

Israel allows Turkish-made medical supplies to enter Gaza, amidst continued reports of a "siege" on the flourishing Strip.

Wolfensohn Barred from Beirut U.,Learns Arab Gratitude Firsthand

Sir James Wolfensohn denied the role of commencement speaker in Beirut despite his services to the Arabs.

Israel Transfers Medical Supplies to Gaza

Crisis in Gaza? Despite Hamas' rule in the Strip, Israel allows for medical equipment and medical staff to enter the region.

Egypt Ends ‘PR Stunt’ and Severely Limits Traffic from Gaza

Egypt shut down the border at Gaza days after re-opening it. Hamas blames the United States and Israel, but Abbas may be behind the move.

Egypt Plans Gaza City Consulate

Egypt plans to open a consular office in Gaza City after the Fatah-Hamas unity government is formed.

'Aid Ship' Refuses to Let Israel Deliver Goods

Activists bringing dual-purpose “aid to Gaza” now refuse to deliver the goods – since they would be transported via Israel.

Business Leaders' Unity Meeting in Gaza

A delegation of PA business owners from Judea and Samaria entered Gaza through the Rafiah Crossing Thursday for a separate unity meeting.

'Dangerous' to Open Rafiah Crossing, Israel Says

Hamas is celebrating the opening of the Rafiah Crossing, while Israel warns the move is “dangerous.”

JNF Trees to Protect Gaza Belt Towns

The Jewish National Fund plans to help protect Gaza Belt towns in the Negev by planting trees to block terrorist visibility.

Israel's EU Ambassador: Flotilla 'Political Provocation'

Israel's ambassador to the EU says the participation of some of the body's lawmakers in next month's flotilla to Gaza is "political provocation."

Muslim Groups Plan Convoy to Coincide with Freedom Flotilla 2

Two anti-Israel Muslim groups are planning a cross-continent aid convoy from Cape Town to Gaza to coincide with the IHH Gaza Freedom Flotilla 2.

Barenboim Brings Mozart to Gaza

Daniel Barenboim made another political statement by conducting a Mozart concert in Gaza.

First African Muslim Convoy to Gaza

First African convoy aims to stick Israel with “apartheid state” label; aid organized by banned radical Muslim group.

IDF Foils Terror Attack Near Gaza

IDF identifies and shoots tank shells at terrorists who tried to place explosives near the Gaza-Israel border.

Ten Years Under Rocket Fire

On the Sabbath, ten years will have passed since Gaza terrorists fired the first rocket at southern Israel.

Body of Kidnapped Italian ISM Activist Found

The body of kidnapped Italian anti-Israel activist Vittorio Arrigoni was found in an abandoned house in Gaza.

Iran's Backing of Hamas Has Introduced Shi'ite Islam to Gaza

Iranian support for Hamas brings Shi'ite Islam to Sunni Gaza and may herald tension between Hamas and Tehran. Israel leaves door open for Iran.

Lieberman: ‘Dangerous’ Ceasefire Violates Coalition Agreement

Foreign Minister Lieberman says truce with Hamas is dangerous and violates the coalition accord calling for toppling the Hamas government.

Prayers Requested for School Bus Missile Victim

The family of a 16-year-old boy critically wounded in a terror attack is asking the public to pray for his life and recovery.

Kassam Attacks, Air Force Retaliation Explode ‘Ceasefire’ Report

Three Kassam and Grad missile attacks, followed by Air Force retaliation, exploded another “ceasefire” report Sunday. Netanyahu warns Hamas.

IDF Made ’World History’ with Iron Dome Missile Interceptor

The IDF said the Iron Dome’s interception of Grad missiles made ‘world history,” but Hamas continues to attack with short-range Kassam rockets.

'Gaza Has Become a Terrorist State'

Gaza is already a terrorist state, President Peres tells ambassadors. UK, US condemn “cowardly” attack on bus.

IDF Hits Gaza Again, 2 Terrorists Killed

The IDF continued to hit Gaza after a terrorist attack on a school bus Thursday. Terrorists attacked – then called for a ceasefire.

IDF Kills Armed Terrorist; Hamas: He Was ‘Collecting Gravel’

The IDF kills an armed terrorist near the Gaza security fence after he did not respond to warnings to stop. Hamas: He was only collecting gravel.

PA Group Condemns Storing Rockets in Populated Areas

Palestinian Center for Human Rights has condemned the firing of rockets at Israel from populated areas in Gaza.

Air Force Kills Rocket Terrorist after Kassam Launch

Israel continues its policy of "zero tolerance” for rocket attacks and kills a Gaza terrorist after his cell launched a Kassam at the Negev.

Israel and PA Discuss Man-Made Gaza Island for Air and Seaports

Israel and the Palestinian Authority discuss building air and seaports on a man-made island off Gaza while excluding Hamas, Israel TV reports.

IDF Bombs Terrorists After ‘Ceasefire’ Offer and Rocket Attacks

The IDF scored direct hits on Islamic Jihad terrorists preparing to attack the Negev with more rockets. At least two terrorists were killed.

IDF on South's Pummeling: Pretend It's Not Happening

Missiles slam into major cities, but a Home Front commander says "we are not in a time of war."

IDF Shoots Dead Two Terrorists in Gaza

Terrorists had tried to place an explosive charge near the security fence along northern Gaza. The Gaza Belt came under heavy shelling Saturday.

Netanyahu: Gaza Blockade, Stopping Weapons Ships is Mandatory

As IDF displays the weaponry found on the seized "Victoria" ship, PM says: "It is our duty, not just our right, to stop and disarm such ships."

Deputy PM: Death to the Itamar Murderers

Deputy Prime Minister Silvan Shalom: Itamar murders are brutal and inhuman. In this case everyone agrees that the terrorists must be put to death.

Six Anti-Ship Missiles Found on Hamas-Bound Boat

Six advanced anti-ship missiles, sent from Iran and shipped from Syria, were part of the weapons cargo seized on the Victory ship, the IDF says.

Two Hamas Terrorists Killed in IDF Retaliation

The Israeli Air Force fired missiles at a Hamas terrorist base Wednesday morning, killing two terrorists, after a rocket struck the Negev.

Video: Navy Commandos Board Weapons Smuggling Ship

The IDF releases video showing Israeli Navy commandos boarding the "Victoria” ship, which was on its way to smuggle deadly weapons into Gaza.

Timeline of Axis of Evil Weapons Smuggling by Sea

Tuesday’s seizure of Iranian weapons shipped from Syria for Hamas is one more attempt to use the high seas to smuggle arms for attacking Israel.

Photos of Intercepted Weapons from Syria to Gaza

Photo evidence shows Gaza-bound deadly mortars and other weapons intercepted by the Navy. On board: advanced radar for land-to-sea missiles.

IDF Navy Seizes Ship Filled With Arms on way from Syria to Egypt

The Israeli Navy seized a German owned, French operated and Liberian flagged ship sailing from Syria to Alexandria crammed with weapons for Hamas.

A Gaza Sob Story – and the Truth

A foreign news agency features a sob story about Gazans forced to buy used clothes because of Israeli restrictions. One problem: there are none.

Hamas Forces IDF to Close Crossing into Gaza

Dozens of mortar, rocket and shooting attacks by Gaza force Israel to shut down the crossing.

Egypt's New Foreign Minister Would Open Border with Gaza

Nabil Al-Arabi, who will be Foreign Minister in an Egyptian transitional cabinet, has initiated many anti-Israel UN resolutions.

Gaza Protesters Demand PA Unity

Palestinian Authority Arabs in Gaza protest against their Hamas rulers and demand a unity government with Fatah.

IDF Bombs Terror Tunnels after Rocket Attacks on Negev

‘Mini-Cast Lead II’ continues. Gaza terrorists fired a rocket, and the Israeli Air Force bombed a smuggling tunnel and two terror training bases.

Ya'alon: Leave the Situation in the PA As Is

Deputy PM and Strategic Affairs Minister Moshe Ya'alon addresses issues such as the construction freeze and the prospects of peace with the PA.

IDF Tank Shells Terror Squad

Terrorists neared security fence in southern Gaza apparently hoping to place an explosive charge.

Israel Helps Gaza Export Cherry Tomatoes

Israel will assist the Gaza Strip export cherry tomatoes to Europe, while Gilad Shalit is captive and rockets are still being fired into Israel.

IDF Wounds Seven Terrorists after Attacks on Soldiers, Civilians

Israeli soldiers wounded seven Gaza terrorists Wednesday after mortars were fired at IDF positions and civilians, none of whom were hurt.

Hamas: Gaza Hospital Changes Name to Tahrir

Hamas renames Gaza's Mubarak Children's hospital in honor of Tahrir Square, epicenter of the mass populist protests that led to Mubarak's ouster.

Air Force Bombs Gaza Tunnel, Weapons Factory

The Air Force retaliates after Gaza terrorists attacked Israel with mortars and rockets. One smuggling tunnel and weapons plant was destroyed.

French Arabs to Hamas Farmers: Don’t Come

Local Arab leaders in France wish to stop Gaza-Hamas exports to France – for fear that these help Israel.

IAF Retaliates for Gaza Rocket Fire

Israel Air Force fighter pilots bombed a terrorist smuggler tunnel in Gaza Wednesday afternoon in retaliation for rocket and mortar fire on Israel.

Hamas Bans Books Contrary to Muslim Law

Hamas pulled two Arab authors’ novels from Gaza stores’ shelves on Sunday because they were contrary to Muslim law known as Sharia.

French Minister Attacked by Gaza Mob

French Foreign Minister Michele Alliot-Marie was attacked by a Gaza mob over her support for human rights for Shalit.

Israel Crosses into Gaza after Bombing Attempt

Israeli tanks and bulldozers crossed into Gaza and killed one terrorist after a bomb exploded. Israeli forces were not injured

Both Heads of UNRWA in Gaza, Judea and Samaria Resign

The directors of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in Gaza, Judea and Samaria have both quit their jobs. Neither gave an explanation.

Gaza Girl Granted Resident Status for Medical Treatment

Israel has granted “temporary resident” status to a 9-year-old PA girl from Gaza, and two family members, to enable her to receive medical care.

IDF Eliminates 'Ticking Bomb' Terrorist in Gaza

The IDF killed an Islamic Jihad "ticking bomb" terrorist and wounded another. Two others, buried on Tuesday may have been from Al-Qaeda.

Gaza Escalation: Three Rockets Hit Israel, None Hurt

Arab terrorists fired three short-range rockets toward Ashkelon Monday. No one was hurt.