Gaza Region

During raids in Gaza:

IDF finds bodies of several missing Israelis

IDF Spokesperson's Unit states that IDF conducted raids in the territory of the Gaza Strip in an effort to locate hostages.

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IDF destroys Hamas drone launch sites on Gaza roofs

'This is another example of how Hamas uses civilian buildings for military purposes,' IDF says.

INTO THE FRAY

Gaza-The collapse of conventional wisdom

The political rationale of the Gaza conflict is mirrored in the inexorable logic of an algorithm ignored by Israel's policy-makers.Opinion..

IDF to UN:

'Gazans should relocate to the south within 24 hours'

UN spokesperson: It impossible for such a movement to take place without humanitarian consequences. IDF strikes on Gaza continue.

IDF conducts extensive strike in Gaza

Gazan “health ministry” reports 51 dead and 281 wounded in overnight air strikes.

IDF spokesman:

Hamas badly damaged, has difficulty functioning in Gaza now

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says IAF strikes on Gaza have dealt significant damage to Hamas, Gaza periphery still a combat zone.

Where is the Red Cross?

Why have we not heard the Red Cross demand to visit the hostages in Gaza? Why has it not demanded that their well being be ensured?

Defense Minister:

'We're going on full offence, Gaza will never be what it was'

Minister Yoav Gallant meets soldiers who fought in the south, tells them they will not be restrained in the war against Hamas.

COGAT head to Hamas:

'You wanted hell, you will get hell'

Major General Ghasan Alyan says Gaza residents are celebrating the massacre of 900 people rather than being shocked.

A simple guide to understanding the Hamas-Israel War

Read the answer to the question: What do I tell my friends about Israel's actions in Gaza?

Overnight:

Two terrorists eliminated, rocket barrage on Gaza border towns

IDF troops exchange fire with terrorists at Sa’ad junction, kill two. Meanwhile, barrages fired at border towns and IAF strikes in Gaza.

IDF strikes weapons compound, Islamic Jihad meeting point

The IDF is continuing to strike the Gaza Strip from the sea and the air.

Don't believe the lies:

Hamas massacre was only possible because Gaza is not occupied

Anti-Israel forces have changed and twisted the meaning of words in order to find Israel guilty of crimes it did not commit.

Extensive attack in Gaza

IDF strikes Hamas structure, rocket barrage on the south

IDF Spokesperson's Unit: IDF aircraft continue to strike in the Gaza Strip and severely degrade the capabilities of Hamas.

The new 9/11

The same evil that struck New York and Washington in 2001 has now claimed hundreds of lives in Israel.  How could it happen again?

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IDF strikes 10 Hamas targets in Gaza after terror war launched

Israel retaliates against Hamas targets in Gaza after hundreds of Israelis murdered in unprovoked attack.

Israel's response must ensure that what was will no longer be

There is no backing down, the whole Muslim world is watching to see how we respond. Opinion.

Terrifying video:

Woman kidnapped on motorcycle to Gaza

Man says he discovered his brother and sister were missing - from a video posted on the internet.

This time, they must totally lose

No pity, no international considerations. No UN and ICJ. We have to make them hurt. A lot. And then take back Alei Sinai, Nisanit and Dugit.

During Simchat Torah:

General closure in Judea and Samaria, Gaza crossings to close

Following assessment, general closure will be placed on Judea and Samaria and crossings to Gaza Strip will be closed during Simchat Torah.

Gallant warns Hamas: We won't hesitate to use our full force

Defense Minister warns Gaza terrorists over border riots during Yom Kippur War commemoration.

IDF continues to strike Hamas targets in Gaza

The IDF struck a military post belonging to the Hamas terrorist organization in the Gaza Strip

Following balloon attacks:

IDF strikes Hamas military posts in the Gaza Strip

The two posts which were struck are located in the areas of the centers of Bureij and Jabalya where violent riots have been taking place.

IDF strikes Hamas military post in Gaza

Gazans riot near border, fire towards IDF soldiers; IDF responds.

IDF strikes three Hamas military posts in Gaza Strip

IDF strikes three Hamas military posts after incendiary balloons spark fire near border.

For the first time in 2 years:

Incendiary balloons spark fire near Gaza border

Incendiary balloons flown across Gaza border into Israel spark fire near kibbutz.

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Assailant opens fire at Israel Border Police at Gaza border

Violent riot occurs in northern Gaza Strip. Security forces respond after being fired at.

During border riots:

IDF strikes Hamas military post in Gaza Strip

IDF aircraft strikes military post belonging to Hamas during violent riot adjacent to security fence.

Watch: IED explodes during Gaza border riot

Rioters on the Gaza border attempted to throw a large IED into Israeli territory, which exploded inside the Gaza Strip.

Israel warns Hamas:

'There will be a response to any firing of rockets from Gaza'

Senior IDF officials warn Hamas through mediators that Israel will retaliate to rocket fire from Gaza during the upcoming holidays.

Security forces intercept explosives shipment from Gaza

Security forces thwarted an attempt to smuggle explosives from the Gaza Strip, hidden within a clothing delivery.

Riots near Gaza border:

Palestinian Arabs attempt to cross into Israel

Rioters throw explosive devices at border fence, attempt to cross into Israel. IDF soldiers respond.

Hamas terrorist killed in 'work accident' in central Gaza Strip

Member of Hamas' Qassam Brigades killed in explosion in Hamas facility in Deir al-Balah.

Iron Dome shoots down UAV launched from Gaza

IDF says no Israeli community was threatened by drone believed to belong to Hamas.

Hamas holds meeting to discuss local elections in Gaza

Hamas hopes local elections would be a prelude to general elections.

UN official blasts Gaza death sentences

Senior UN official denounces Hamas for sentencing several locals to death over “collaborating” with Israel.

Gaza:

Seven sentenced to death for 'collaboration' with Israel

Hamas, which runs Gaza, regularly claims to have captured “Israeli spies”, and many times it tries them and sentences them to death.

Rallies in Gaza denounce Hamas terrorist rulers

Palestinian Arabs hold number of rallies throughout Gaza denouncing Hamas and demanding improvements to quality of life.

Present, past and the Tenth of Av

In the 18 years since the withdrawal, Gaza has been transformed from a tactical nuisance into a strategic threat. Op-ed.

PA complains to ICJ in the Hague over Israel's Gaza blockade

PA parliamentarians demand Israel be treated as criminal over partial blockade of Hamas-controlled enclave.

Policy Paper: Disarmament of Gaza, part II-What is to be done?

Part II of a policy paper: What changes must occur to make a different outcome in Gaza possible? (See Link to part I below)Op-ed.

Because of the heat?

Explosions heard at Hamas military site in Gaza

Explosions heard at outpost used by Hamas for the production of weapons. Reports say the heat wave may have caused materials to ignite.

Gaza:

Four sentenced to death over providing information to Israel

Military court in Gaza sentences four who were convicted of providing information to Israel to be executed by hanging and by firing squad.

UN envoy:

'I call on all sides to observe the ceasefire'

UN envoy Tor Wennesland welcomes ceasefire in Gaza and Israel, says he is "deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries".

US welcomes Gaza ceasefire:

'It will prevent the further loss of civilian lives'

State Department spokesperson thanks Egypt's role in brokering ceasefire, affirms US commitment to Israel’s security.

Egypt presents Israel with new ceasefire proposal

Proposal includes temporary ceasefire starting at midnight, and reopening of crossings. Unclear if agreement has been reached.

Nasrallah:

'Netanyahu trying to escape internal division'

Hezbollah leader claims Netanyahu is trying to escape "the disintegration of his government" by launching Gaza operation.

Gaza strikes continue:

IDF attacks Islamic Jihad command centers

The command centers were used by operatives for planning and managing rocket launches in the Gaza Strip.

Operation "Shield and Arrow":

IDF strikes rocket and mortar shell launchers in Gaza

IDF fighter jets and aircraft strike approximately 15 concealed rocket and mortar shell launchers belonging to Islamic Jihad.

Hamas threatens:

'We will expand the attacks to additional targets in Israel'

Hamas spokesperson says the terrorist organizations in Gaza are cooperating with one another.

Operation “Shield and Arrow”:

IDF eliminates top Islamic Jihad terrorist in Gaza

IDF fighter jets eliminate Islamic Jihad commander Ali Ghali, who was in a hideout apartment in Khan Yunis.

UN chief urges 'maximum restraint' after rocket barrages

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expresses concern over civilian loss of life, but also condemns rocket attacks on Israel.

Gaza journalist to INN:

'Gazans want quiet but Hamas and Islamic Jihad don't care'

Sami Obeid blames Israel for current conflict, says leaders of Gaza and Israel don't care who suffers in battle.

UAE condemns Gaza strikes, calls for halt to 'escalation'

UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Israeli authorities to “halt escalation and avoid exacerbating tension".

White House:

'Israel has the right to protect itself and defend its people'

White House National Security Council says US is closely following Gaza situation, after Israel eliminated three Islamic Jihad leaders.

Ambassador Erdan demands:

'Condemn the firing of rockets at Israeli citizens'

Israel's UN Ambassador sends letter ahead of Security Council meeting on Gaza: Israel has the right to defend its people and sovereignty.

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IDF strikes terrorists prepping anti-tank missiles in Khan Yunis

IAF attacks terrorists who were preparing to fire missiles at Israel amid Operation Shield and Arrow.

Ex-POW coordinator:

'This will be short, minor round, Hamas won't get involved'

Former coordinator for negotiating the return of POWs and MIAs Yaron Blum says Operation Shield and Arrow was well-timed.

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Aftermath of Israeli airstrike on terrorists in Gaza

Building in Gaza on fire after IDF airstrike that eliminated three senior Islamic Jihad terrorists as part of Operation Shield and Arrow.

Operation “Shield and Arrow”:

IDF eliminates three senior Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza

Home Front Command instructs residents of communities near border with the Gaza Strip to remain in shelters until further notice.