Gaza Region

How the Mossad is operating to calm the situation in Gaza

Mossad chief spoke with senior officials in Qatar as the IDF prepares to respond to the firing of incendiary balloons.

Benny Gantz:

'If Hamas continues with terror balloons, we'll use force'

After closure of Gaza crossing, Defense Minister Gantz warns Hamas that Israel will respond with force if terror balloon attacks continue.

Kerem Shalom crossing with Gaza to be closed

Kerem Shalom crossing to be closed starting Tuesday morning due to the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

Balloon terror returns to south

Heads of local authorities in southern Israel call on government to respond after Gaza arson balloons cause 3 fires.

Hamas fires rockets into sea in 'message' to Israel

Gaza terrorists fire at least eight rockets into the Mediterranean as a warning message to Israel.

IDF attacks Hamas observation post

Air strike comes in retaliation for firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza towards Israeli territory.

IDF attacks in Gaza in response to firing of incendiary balloons

IDF fighter jets and aircraft attack a Hamas underground infrastructure.

Minister Hanegbi: In the end, we will have to take over Gaza

Settlement Affairs Minister says one day rocket fire from Gaza will be so intense Israel will have no choice but to take enclave over.

Hamas: Israel attacked to draw attention away from its crisis

Hamas spokesman claims Israeli retaliation is a 'message of attack' and an attempt to draw attention away from Israel's 'internal crisis.'

Miracle in Sderot: Gaza rocket shot down before hitting the city

Gaza rocket fire targets southern Israel town while locals visit drive-in movie theater. Iron Dome missile defense system shoots it down.

Balloons carrying rocket explosives land in southern Israel

Explosive charge from RPG rocket found in farm area in southern Israel, carried into Israel by balloons.

Report: EU orders Abbas to coordinate with Hamas

Will the Palestinian Authority and Hamas join together to fight Israel's plans of sovereignty?

Abbas to give a speech in Gaza

Fatah and Hamas agree to hold anti-sovereignty event in the Gaza Strip, in which PA chairman will speak.

Hamas blocks two Saudi networks from Gaza

Hamas blocks Al-Arabiya and Al-Hadath from operating in Gaza over allegations of false reporting.

Report: Israel succeeded in infiltrating Hamas leadership

Hamas leader escapes Gaza on IDF ship, as Arab reports claim cooperation with Israel.

Deceptive quiet: IDF prepares for conflict with Gaza

Six years after Operation Protective Edge, the IDF remains vigilant and constantly prepares for the next round of fighting with Hamas.

Gantz: Coronavirus crisis will last at least another year

Defense Minister Benny Gantz visits future site of IDF intelligence directorate base, warns Hamas against further rocket attacks.

Gaza terrorists fire 3 rockets at southern Israel

Three rockets fired from Gaza Strip into southern Israel. Two projectiles exploded in open areas; the third was intercepted.

Hamas: We arrested cell of Israeli agents

Gaza ministry claims to have arrested cell working in service of Israel, confiscated funds.

Hamas test-fires rockets to warn against sovereignty

Hamas terrorist organization launches 20 rockets into the sea to warn Israel not to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

The Goldin family's warning to Benny Gantz

Hadar's parents to Defense Minister: If we do not see actual actions to bring him back, we will change our statesmanlike path.

Gazans begin receiving Qatari payments

Hamas receives $30 million in aid from Qatar, a third of which will be distributed to 100,000 needy families.

IDF attacks in Gaza following Hamas rocket fire

Aircraft and tanks fire at terrorist targets in response to rocket that was fired toward southern Israel.

Palestinian Authority: Hamas illegally taking over land

Palestinian Authority news outlet blames Hamas for taking over land, demanding a fee from those on unregistered land.

Gaza mosques to reopen after coronavirus shutdown

Hamas authorities urge worshipers to abide by social distancing requirements when mosques reopen after being closed for three months.

Gaza records first death from coronavirus

77-year-old woman from Khan Yunis dies at quarantine hospital near the border with Egypt.

Gaza to reopen restaurants for Ramadan

Gaza authorities permit restaurants to reopen but demand that precautionary measures be taken due to coronavirus pandemic.

Bennett orders halt to testing Gazans for coronavirus

IDF's decision to test Gazans for coronavirus was not coordinated with Defense Ministry, report says.

Hamas: Israel is responsible for Gaza

Senior Hamas official: All options are on the table to force Israel to help us fight coronavirus.

Egypt to open Rafah crossing amid coronavirus pandemic

Egypt’s border crossing with Gaza will open for three days for Arabs seeking to return to the Gaza Strip.

Gaza out of coronavirus test kits, officials say

Gazan officials say hundreds of people would have to remain in quarantine facilities as coronavirus test kits have run out.

PA: 20 coronavirus patients have recovered

18 patients have recovered from COVID-19 in Judea and Samaria, while two have recovered in Gaza, say authorities.

Gaza: Number of coronavirus cases rises to 13

New case of coronavirus recorded in Gaza, bringing total to 13.

Gazans ordered to wear masks and stay at home

Gaza authorities instruct residents to wear masks and instruct them to stay at home in order to curb coronavirus.

Gaza: COVID-19 shuts down 'Land Day' demonstrations

The March of Return Committee urged residents to stay away from the Israeli border for fear of contracting the coronavirus.

IDF attacks Hamas posts in Gaza

IDF attacks Hamas military posts and infrastructure in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

Seven new cases of coronavirus identified in Gaza

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Gaza now stands at nine.

Qatar to provide $150 million to Gaza

Qatar announces $150 million grant to support the Gaza Strip in its fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Two cases of coronavirus diagnosed in Gaza

Two residents of Gaza who returned recently from Pakistan test positive for the coronavirus.

Two coronavirus isolation facilities to be built in Gaza

Hamas leader reportedly oversees establishment of two coronavirus isolation facilities for people entering Gaza from Israel and Egypt.

Gaza restricts public prayers in mosques

Gaza authorities preparing for possibility of a total ban on public prayers in mosques and access to public places.

Coronavirus outbreak:

Number of Arab workers entering Israel to be reduced

Closure on Bethlehem and the Gaza Strip will continue. Kerem Shalom crossing will operate as usual.

Hamas: There are no cases of coronavirus in Gaza

Head of Gaza's "Health Ministry" says there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the region.

Gaza takes precautionary measures amid coronavirus outbreak

Gaza authorities close border crossings, schools and universities closed amid concerns over COVID-19.

Israel sends coronavirus test kits to Gaza

Approximately 200 coronavirus test kits enter Gaza through the Erez crossing. COGAT: Viruses and diseases have no boundaries.

Bennett decides: The closure on Gaza will continue

Defense Minister announces measures taken by the defense establishment to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Rocket fired from Gaza misses mark

IDF says rocket fired from Gaza toward southern Israel explodes within Gazan territory.

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Islamic Jihad: We turned life in Gaza envelope into 'hell'

Spokesman for Islamic Jihad's terrorist arm says life in "settlements" on Gaza border has become a "hell" thanks to the group's attacks.

Calm maintained in the south

The last siren in southern Israel was heard after 11:00 p.m., before a ceasefire reportedly went into effect.

Islamic Jihad asks for ceasefire

Israeli security officials say they are skeptical of terror group's statement it fulfilled its goals in launching rocket attacks.

Watch: IAF strikes terrorist targets in Gaza

Israeli Air Force retaliates amid ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel.

Netanyahu:

'If rockets do not stop we will launch major campaign'

PM holds security consultation, warns war with Gaza possible if rockets do not stop.

55,000 students will stay at home on Monday

IDF orders closures of areas and roads adjacent to Gaza border fence. 55,000 students will not go to school following rocket fire.

Gaza official: Israel only understands force

Senior official with Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine says Israel understands only the language of force and blood.

IAF strikes Gaza after 22 rockets fired

Israeli Air Force retaliates after terrorists launch 22 rockets at Israel Sunday.

'Stop holding back and make it quiet in Gaza'

Middle East Forum director Nave Dromi demands government act to prevent rocket attacks from Gaza.

7,000 merchants from Gaza to be allowed into Israel

Israel increases number of merchants and workers permitted to enter country from Gaza - so long as rocket fire doesn't resume.

Israel eases restrictions on Gaza

Defense Ministry ends restrictions imposed on Hamas-run enclave last week following rocket fire, arson balloon, cites 'calm' of recent days.

Netanyahu:

'No military operation in Gaza before elections'

'Israel has plans prepared for major Gaza operation if needed - but only as a last resort,' PM tells community leaders in southern Israel.