Gaza Region

IDF Thwarts Infiltration from Sinai

Soldiers thwart attempts by Gaza terrorists to infiltrate Israel from Sinai.

First Sgt. Nadav Rotenberg Laid to Rest

Hundreds accompany First Sergeant Nadav Rotenberg, killed near Gaza Friday, to his resting place.

1 IDF Soldier Dead, 4 Wounded in Gaza Border Fight

The IDF has identified a soldier killed in action fighting Hamas terrorists at the Gaza border Friday night as Nadav Rotenberg of Ramot HaShavim.

Mini-Cast Lead II Continues; Rocket Damages Greenhouses

Israeli greenhouses sustained damage from a rocket fired from Gaza Tuesday, and the Air Force responded by bombing a Hamas training base.

IDF Bombs Hamas Targets after Mortar and Rocket Attack

Hamas and allied terrorists continue to test Israel with attacks on Israeli civilians, and the IDF continues to retaliate, bombing two targets.

Ashkenazi: We Don't Want Deterioration in Gaza, But Stand Ready

Chief of Staff sends warning - one of many in recent days - to Hamas.

IDF Foils Gaza Terrorist Attack; ‘Cast Lead 2’ Nears

Air Force helicopters and ground soldiers foiled a terrorist attack in the pre-dawn hours Sunday, killing one terrorist. “Cast Lead 2” nears.

Gaza Attack was Work of Al-Qaeda Cell

A Gaza attack was plotted by an Al-Qaeda inspired terror cell, showing growing Salafi power.

IDF Soldier in Stable Condition After Gaza Shootout

An IDF soldier is listed in moderate but stable condition following a shootout at the central Gaza border Saturday night; 2 terrorists were killed.

Israel Improves Gaza Economy as Rocket Fire Continues

Israel has helped improve the Gaza economy despite continued terrorist rocket fire from Gaza aimed at southern Israel.

Mortar Shells Fired at Negev, One Person Wounded

Four mortar shells fired from Gaza into Israel, one person was moderately wounded. ISA reports an increase in terror attacks during November.

Gaza Exports via Israel despite Terror, Shalit Captivity

An IDF general says Israel will allow Hamas-run Gaza to export using Israeli crossings despite terror, Shalit captivity.

Hamas Continues to Build in Gaza

High-rise apartments financed by Iran to be built in Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, despite the alleged "blockade".

Harel's 'Mea Culpa': One Sided Disengagement 'a Mistake'

In a belated “mea culpa,” former IDF Southern Command head Dan Harel, said that Israel “may have made a mistake” in leaving Gaza as it did.

“The Targeted Killings Have Proven Themselves”

Retired IDF officer believes that terror leaders should continue to be targeted and killed by the IDF.

New Mall Planned for Gaza

Second mall in Gaza Strip to be built on ruins of security headquarters.

US Meets with Gaza on Exports despite Israeli Embargo

US Consul General in Jerusalem met 15 businessmen from Hamas-ruled Gaza. PA news agency says they discussed ways of enabling exports to US,

ISA: Hamas Turning Gaza into Islamic Sharia Law State

New report by Israel Security Agency shows that Hamas is actively making the Gaza Strip a state governed by Islamic religious law.

IDF Dances with Fatah Over Gaza

The IDF is coordinating efforts with the Fatah-led Palestinian Authority to re-install it in Gaza and improve life there without involving Hamas.

PM: Gaza Terrorists Could Fire Missiles at Airliners

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns that Gaza terrorists could fire missiles at airliners approaching Israel from the wrong direction.

Carter a 'No Show' in Gaza

Former US President Jimmy Carter bowed out at the last minute and inexplicably did not join the global Elders group in touring Gaza from Egypt.

IDF Bombs Rocket Launchers, Foils Attacks on Western Negev

The IDF before dawn Sunday bombed terrorists preparing to attack the Western Negev with rockets. Hamas claims one was terrorist was killed.

Lose-Lose: Brit Paper Slams Israel for Easing Gaza Closure

After demanding that Israel ease its closure on Gaza, the London Independent finds that this move, too, hurts Gazans.

Gaza Infiltrator Nabbed in Southern Israel

An unarmed teenager from Gaza was arrested after infiltrating Israel and putting a southern town on alert.

IAF Gaza Air Strikes Wound 4 Terrorists

Four terrorists were wounded in IAF air strikes on Gaza before dawn Thursday morning in retaliation for Kassam rocket attacks fired at Israel.

Video: Navy Peacefully Overtakes Jewish Activists’ Yacht

Israeli commandos have peacefully overtaken a Gaza-bound boat trying to break the embargo against smuggling terrorists and weapons.

IDF Kills Three Rocket-Launching Terrorists in Gaza

The Israeli army eliminated three Islamic Jihad terrorists after they prepared to attack southern Israel with rockets late Tuesday night.

Anti Zionist Jewish Flotilla Activists Hoping for Arrest

Activists Jewish flotilla to Gaza expect to be stopped by Israel while another aid convoy arrives in Turkey on its way to Gaza.

Hamas Campaign to Arrest 'Spies for Israel' in Gaza

"Israel knows more about Hamas than Hamas does" says Gazan political scientist. Gaza residents in panic at who is next.

Ship of Jewish Leftists Sets Sail for Gaza

The ship is carrying a former IDF helicopter pilot and a Holocaust survivor.

Hamas: Gaza 'Fisherman' Killed by Israeli Navy

Hamas terrorists claim a Gaza fisherman was killed as he attempted to sail through the sea blockade after ignoring Israeli orders to change course.

Report: Hamas Selling Humanitarian Aid for Profit

Hamas is confiscating international aid intended for Gaza Arabs and forcing them to pay for it, a UAE paper finds.

Concern: Cars for Gaza Mean Money for Hamas

Gaza Arabs import cars legally as PA, Hamas resolve tax dispute. Concern: vehicles will enrich Hamas coffers.

More 'Peace': IDF Kills Gaza Terrorists Who Fired RPG

IDF force fires at a terror squad after being fired upon, killing one armed suspect. Escalation connected to 'peace' talks.

Air Force Bombs Gaza Tunnels after Rocket Attack

The IDF continues to execute government policy of bombing Gaza smuggling tunnels—but only after terrorists attack Israel with missiles.

Arabs Silence One Another

According to reports, both Judea and Samaria and Gaza governments act to silence opposition.

Do You Know Your Geography of Israel?

Do you think you know Israel like the back of your hand? Find out by trying to identify the location of these urban sites. (Not for beginners.)

62-Year-Old Gaza Woman Murdered for 'Witchcraft'

Islamic extremism in Gaza claims another victim as a 62-year-old woman accused of witchcraft is gunned down in front of her husband.

Gaza Markets Full During Ramadan

Wafa News Agency reports prosperity in Gaza's markets despite ongoing claims of a siege on the Strip. Upper classes buy, but ignore the rest.

Gaza's Internal 'Tinder Box' May Explode Soon

Reports indicate that opposing Syrian and Iran-backed factions are ready to fight each other in Gaza.

Gaza Arabs Get Second Chance on Greenhouses

US gives Gaza Arabs a second chance, providing them with new greenhouses after they demolished the Gush Katif originals.

Inside Look at Advanced Hamas Arsenal

Israel National News presents an inside look at the advanced weapons of Gaza's ruling Hamas terrorist organization.

IDF Kills Gaza Terrorist in Attack on Third Front

The IDF killed a Gaza terrorist early Wednesday as terror attacks opened on a third front following rockets in Eilat and an ambush in Lebanon.

PA Court Jails Hamas-Linked Gaza Journalist

A Hamas-linked journalist from Gaza has been jailed by a Palestinian Authority court in Hevron. He is not the first.

Barak: 'Difficult Decisions' Will Be Necessary

Defense Minister Ehud Barak met on Friday with UN Secretary General Ban ki-Moon. Barak said Israel hoped direct talks with the PA would begin soon.

Egyptian Journalist Describes 'Absolute Prosperity' in Gaza

An Egyptian journalist is surprised by “prosperity” enjoyed by select few in Gaza. The problem is distribution of wealth, not blockade.

More Sharia Law in Gaza: Hamas Crackdown on Mannequins

Hamas continues to enforce its interpretation of Islamic law in Gaza, this time targeting stores selling women's clothing.

New British PM Calls Gaza a 'Prison Camp'

British Prime Minister David Cameron calls Gaza a "Prison Camp" and harshly criticizes Israel's blockade of Gaza.

New Rules for Gaza Women: No Smoking

Hamas regime in Gaza continues to make women's lives unbearable via Sharia law, this time by barring women from smoking hookahs in public places.

Hamas Panicked When Israel Eased Blockade

Israel's decision to ease its blockade on Gaza has apparently thrown retailers into a panic, causing them to pressure their rulers.

Libyan Ship Sets Sail from Greece – but is It Headed for Gaza?

Foreign Ministry said ship would head for Egypt following diplomatic efforts, Arab reports say otherwise. Navy ready to escort it.

IDF Kills Gaza Terrorist after Mortar Attack

The IDF swiftly responded to a mortar attack on the Western Negev Monday afternoon and killed one armed Gaza terrorist. Two others were wounded.

Gaza Terrorists Burn Down Second UN Camp, Handcuff Guards

For a second time this summer, Gaza terrorists attack and burn a UN children's camp. UNRWA director hints Israel is to blame.

Gaza Officials Accuse PA of Energy Blockade

Israel opens the gates for goods to Gaza, but officials charge that the Fatah-run Palestinian Authority has in effect enforced a fuel embargo.

Barak: US Backs Security Blockade against Gaza

After talks with US officials, Defense Minister Ehud Barak said Monday that Washington "understands and supports" Israel's security needs in Gaza.

White House Praises Blockade Change

America praises decision to ease blockade on Hamas-run Gaza. Netanyahu is once again invited to White House.

Netanyahu Relaxes Blockade, Faces Criticism

Netanyahu relaxes the blockade on Hamas-run Gaza, earns criticism.

No Reconciliation Between Fatah and Hamas

Fatah and Hamas are far from a reconciliation deal, despite the waiving of a requirement for Hamas to formally recognize the State of Israel.

Ministers Decide to 'Liberalize' Blockade of Gaza

The security-diplomatic cabinet decided to enable the entry of more civilian goods into Gaza.

Egypt-Gaza Crossing Closed Despite Announcement

Egypt closes its crossing with Gaza to Algerian activists despite last week's announcement that it would remain open.