Gaza Region

Gaza Plan: Hamas, PA, EU to Circumvent Israel on Seaport

A Gaza lawmaker plans to get Hamas, the PA, and the EU to work together to circumvent Israel's blockade with an international seaport.

Nationalist Russian Israelis Mock Leftist Rally in Tel Aviv

A recent anti-Judea and Samaria rally in Tel Aviv was crashed by proud nationalist Russian Israelis who aimed at making a mockery of the event.

Egypt to Open Gaza Border Indefinitely

Egypt to open its border with Gaza indefinitely after three years of closure. Israeli border to remain sealed.

Controversy over Child Labor in Gaza Tunnels

Gaza's dangerous tunnel trade draws protests over deaths of child workers.

IDF Blasts Terror Tunnels

The IAF demolishes tunnels that were to be used to bring terrorists into southern Israel.

IAF Responds to Fire, Blasts Terror Sites

The IAF hits two terrorist sites in Gaza following Saturday night attack.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Negev

Terrorists on Saturday night fired a Kassam rocket at southern Israel. The rocket exploded south of Ashkelon. No injuries or damage were reported.

University of Gaza ‘Greenhouse for Hamas Terror’

Univ. of Gaza says it is a normal university. Researchers on terror reveal it is a part of the terrorist infrastructure, with help from the West.

Hamas Accuses Egypt of Killing 4 Tunnel Smugglers

The Hamas terrorist organization has accused Egypt of killing four smugglers by pumping gas into a tunnel under the border with Gaza.

Missing Arab Bank Money Means Layoffs in Gaza

Layoffs at the Arab Bank in Gaza lead to questions over missing money.

IDF Foils Gaza Bomb Attempt

IDF soldiers discover hidden bombs along security fence. Gaza residents continue fight against security zone.

Israeli 'Goodwill’ Gesture Saves Life of Hamas Leader’s Toddler

Israel gave emergency first-aid to a daughter of a Hamas leader involved in talks to free Shalit and then escorted her to a Jordanian hospital.

Report: Hamas Members Switch Loyalties to Al-Qaeda

Thousands of former Hamas members are now loyal to a Salafi terrorist group inspired by Al-Qaeda, a Gaza terrorist tells PA media

IDF Foils Bombing Attempt in Gaza

The IDF foils an attempted bombing along the Gaza security fence. One terrorist killed.

Hamas Denies Order to Shut Down Smuggler Tunnels

Hamas reportedly ordered the shutdown of smuggler tunnels from Gaza to Egypt, but later denied the report, claiming to upgrade supervision instead.

The Week's Aid to Gaza

Over the last week, nearly 12,000 tons of humanitarian aid entered the Gaza region. Three truckloads of carnations were exported to Europe.

Gaza Smugglers Import New Cars

Gaza businessmen are now importing new cars - but the price tag comes with a hefty commission for the tunnel smugglers who bring them in.

Gaza Terrorists Break Pledge, Bombard Negev with Mortars

Arab terrorists fired a barrage of mortar shells on the Western Negev several days after vowing to stop attacking civilians.

PM Tells Hareidi Party: Ashkelon Emergency Room is Staying Put

Deputy Health Minister wanted emergency room relocated because of graves uncovered beneath it. UTJ not expected to leave coalition.

Steinitz: We Might Need to Retake Gaza, Destroy Hamas

Minister Yuval Steinitz says Israel may need to retake Gaza, warns that American pressure could reduce chances for peace.

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza Incident

Two IDF soldiers were killed on Friday while pursuing terrorists attempting to lay explosives and infiltrate Israel.

Weekly Summary: Aid to Gaza and Exports

Gaza residents received more than 12,000 tons of humanitarian aid last week, while business owners sold more flowers to Europe.

Gaza Men Beat Women; UN Blames Israel

Domestic violence is up in Gaza, Muslim activists blame Israel. The UN follows suit.

Gaza Theater A 'Scream in the Face of Officials'

Gaza residents were stunned to see the ruling Hamas terror organization allow a biting satire to reach the stage this month.

UN Sappers Enter Gaza

United Nations sappers entered Gaza Wednesday to find and explode the duds remaining from last year's counter-terrorist Operation Cast Lead.

Israel Backs Down on UN Official’s Visit to Gaza

Israel has banned entry of senior UN officials into Gaza since the Cast Lead campaign against error – until now. Ban Ki-Moon will visit there.

Gaza Exports More Flowers to Europe, Receives Tons of Aid

Gaza exported more flowers to Europe last week, got nearly 14,000 tons of humanitarian aid through Israel via the various crossings.

Barak: 'If Attacked, We Won't Chase Individual Terrorists'

Defense Minister Ehud Barak told a Washington think tank that if attacked, Israel would return fire to the source of the problem.

Gaza Exports Carnations, Receives Thousands of Tons of Aid

Gaza residents received 14,000 tons of humanitarian aid via Israeli crossings last week, and exported truckloads of flowers - at special prices.

Hamas Extends Arrest of British Reporter

Hamas has extended the arrest of a British journalist taken into custody two weeks earlier. No charges have been made public.

UN Envoy to Peres: No Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

UN Middle East envoy Robert Serry, in a meeting with President Peres in Jerusalem, drops a bombshell: “There is no humanitarian problem in Gaza.”

New Details on Hamas-Iran Ties Revealed

The Revolutionary Guards in Iran are training Hamas terrorists in ground-to-ground missiles in Sudan. says the Lebanon-based Al-Qanat website.

Al Qaeda Planned Karni Crossing Attack

Military sources reveal the suicide bombing thwarted by the IAF at the Karni Crossing on Thursday was planned by al-Qaeda terrorists.

IDF Kills Global Jihad Terrorist in Air Strike Near Karni

The IAF attacked a terrorist cell in Gaza heading for the Karni crossing Thursday morning, killing a Global Jihad terrorist, according to the IDF.

IDF Strikes Again as Hamas Continues Rocket Attacks

The Air Force struck again in Gaza around midnight Tuesday, bombing the old Gaza airport following Hamas rocket attacks on Israeli civilians.

Hamas and Fatah Ready for Reconciliation?

A top Fatah official says that Hamas has agreed to release its political prisoners and reopen the faction's headquarters in Gaza.

"Gang of 54" Congressmen Slammed for Censuring Israel

More than 50 U.S. lawmakers are censured by American Israeli Action Coalition for accusing Israel of collectively punishing residents in Gaza.

Government Says Two 'Cast Lead' Officers Disciplined

Independent of Goldstone report, the government wrote the UN that two IDF officers were disciplined for endangering the lives of Arabs in Gaza.

PA Kids Taught to Die in Battle Against Israel

Hamas television is once again promoting death and martyrdom in battle against Israel as a life's goal for children in the Palestinian Authority.

Hamas Leader Unwelcome in Egypt

Cairo has rolled up the red carpet and said that Damascus-based Hamas political bureau chief Khaled Mashaal is unwelcome.

Fatah Official Skips Mother's Funeral in Gaza

Fatah leader Muhammad Dahlan skipped his mother’s funeral because it was held in Hamas-controlled Gaza. PA sources: Israel & the US said not to go.

28% Rise in Humanitarian Aid to Gaza in 2009

Shipments of humanitarian aid to Gaza rose by 28% last year, despite claims by Hamas terrorists that Israel’s blockade caused hardships.

Jews Applaud, PA & UNRWA Slam Canada's Funding Change

Canada's decision to redirect its funding from UNRWA to the PA justice system has been lauded by Binai Brith - but slammed by the PA and UNRWA.

Israel Sends ‘Bombing Message’ to Hamas after Rocket Attacks

Gaza terrorists tested Israel’s will again on Sunday with mortar and rocket attacks and were met with another aerial bombing. At least three died.

IDF’s Strongest Retaliation in Gaza Since Cast Lead

The IDF bombed Gaza at night in the strongest attack since Cast Lead and 24 hours after the IDF said the campaign has brought quiet to the area.

IDF to Southern Israel: 'Get Ready for Action'

The IDF's Southern Commander warned Regional Council heads that the quiet along the Gaza Belt area may be coming to an end.

Al Qaeda in Gaza Teaching Terrorism?

Gaza’s Hamas rulers deny rumors that Al Qaeda is in the region, while IDF experts aver: Al Qaeda is there, and teaching terrorism.

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Hamas Mob Riot Over Steel Wall

Residents of Hamas-controlled Gaza attack Egyptian soldiers guarding construction of underground steel anti-smuggling wall, kill one soldier.

Air Force Strafes Rocket Terrorists

The IAF strafed Gaza terrorists preparing to attack Israel with rockets. One member of the cell was killed and three others were wounded.

Hamas Hosts Neturei Karta for Sabbath in Gaza

Three men and a woman from the extremist Neturei Karta sect traveled to Gaza last Friday to spend the Sabbath with Hamas terrorists.

Gaza Women Face Increased Violence Since Hamas Takeover

A new study has found that Gaza women have suffered increased violence since Hamas seized control of the region in 2007.

Video: One Year Since Cast Lead – Sderot Sends Message of Hope

Video: children of Sderot released balloons bearing messages of hope for Gaza children, while Arabs held anti-Israel protests in Egypt and Gaza.

MK Danon Proposes Bill: Oust MK Who Incites

MK A-Sanaa calls Hamas Gaza leader on his cellphone and lets him address a subversive rally at the Erez crossing. MK Zahalka:Barak is like a Nazi.

Netanyahu Hints IDF Must be Present on Future PA-Jordan Border

Netanyahu has publicly hinted for the first time that the IDF must be present along eastern border of a future PA state to control terror.

'Viva Palestina' Blocked at Red Sea, Will Try for Gaza Via Syria

A British legislator has led his convoy of aid for Gaza out of Aqaba and is now heading for Syria after learning the Egyptians cannot be pressured.

A Tale of Two Gazas: Website Pictures Deny ‘Humanitarian Crisis’

A Tale of Two Gazas: An Arabic-language site showed a world of plenty for Arabs celebrating a recent festival; its English site focused on m

'Viva Palestina' Blocked from Gaza Shortcut

Egypt blocked a leftist British convoy headed for Gaza from taking a shortcut through Sinai. The 'Viva Palestina' leftists are stuck at Aqaba.

2009 Dishonest Reporter Award Goes to Organ Libel's Bostrom

Honest Reporting's "Dishonest Reporter" award this year goes to the journalist who claimed Israel kidnapped young Arab men for their organs.

Jewish Mom: Bring Back Shalit with My Children Trapped in Gaza

A Jewish woman, who fled from her brutal Arab husband, is asking the government to include her three trapped children in a deal for Shalit.

Snipers Aim as Egyptians Build Gaza's Iron Curtain

4th Time: Gaza terrorists attacked Egyptians building an underground “Iron Curtain” that would block weapons and drug smuggling into Gaza.