Gaza Region

Axe-wielding terrorist shot dead on Gaza border near Kibbutz

Two Arab terrorists attempted to infiltrate into Israel. IDF forces open fire, killing one.

IDF discovers kite with explosive device

Gazan Arabs launch a kite carrying an improvised explosive device. IDF soldiers locate the kite near the border fence.

Israel to punish PA for 'Kite Terror'

PM orders National Security Council to deduct money from Israel's tax transfers to PA to compensate farmers affected by 'kite terror'.

Israeli UN Ambassador:

'Those who did not support this resolution voted for justice'

Amb. Danon slams countries which promoted resolution on 'protection' of Palestinian Arabs in Gaza. 'Why did you omit Hamas from resolution?'

Hamas blasts 'war criminals' Trump and Haley

Hamas official accuses Israeli and American leaders of committing "crimes" against Palestinians that endanger world peace.

Hamas terrorists attack mourners' tent

Hamas security forces attack Gazans visiting the family of medic killed in Hamas riots.

Terrorist plants grenade along Gaza border

Thousands of rioters gather along Gaza security fence, burn tires and attempt to damage security infrastructure.

Fallen soldier's comrades issue ultimatum

Members of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin's unit say they will return battle standard when bodies of missing soldiers are not returned.

Hamas: Israel is the one that wanted a ceasefire

Senior Hamas official claims the "resistance" targeted only military targets in the last round of fighting in Gaza.

Security Council postpones vote on 'protection' of Palestinians

Vote on Kuwait's resolution calling for the “protection” of Palestinian Arabs postponed after U.S. seeks changes.

Watch: This is how Hamas exploited the flotilla participants

Fishing boat that tried to break naval blockade on Gaza included mainly sick and disabled people, who were even treated by the IDF.

'We hit Hamas hard - they begged us to stop'

Senior IDF officer says Israel 'closer to war than ever in past 4 years'.

These are the sites that were attacked in Gaza

IDF publishes photos of some of the Hamas and Islamic Jihad targets that were struck in Gaza.

Gabbay's zigzagging

Zionist Union chairman criticizes ministers who called to conquer Gaza, after last year calling for the same thing.

Gaza riots planned for next week

Committee in charge of "March of the Return" plans mass demonstrations to mark Arab defeat during Six Day War.

Watch: Economy Minister answers pro-BDS activists

BDS and pro-Palestinian Arab activists interrupt meeting between Economy Minister Eli Cohen and businesspeople in Toronto.

'Who would accept 70 rockets on their country?'

U.S. Ambassador to the UN blasts Hamas, says its goal is to destroy Israel.

Hamas claims: We agreed to ceasefire

Senior Hamas official says the organization agreed to return to the ceasefire agreements with Israel that were agreed upon in 2014.

Austria condemns rocket attacks on Israel

Austrian government spokesman says rocket fire from Gaza must stop immediately.

The truth will set you free: ‘There is none but Hashem’

Clouds of glory, pillar of fire and the Iron Dome: Divine messages in our lives.

Cruz: I unequivocally stand with Israel

Senator Ted Cruz condemns rocket and mortar attacks on Israel, says Hamas and other terror groups in Gaza must be defeated.

IDF attacks 65 targets in Gaza

Israel Air Force attacks 65 targets belonging to Hamas in Gaza. Iron Dome intercepts rockets over southern Israel.

UN Security Council to discuss Gaza rocket attacks

UN Security Council to meet Wednesday and discuss Gaza at the request of the United States.

Rocket fired at Netivot, IDF attacks in Gaza following barrage

IDF attacks terrorist targets in Gaza hours after barrage of 80 rockets and mortars.

EU condemns rocket fire on Israel

European Union says rocket and mortar fire from Gaza must stop immediately, calls for de-escalation of the situation.

What’s next for Gaza?

Dr. Kobi Michael of the Institute for National Security Studies discusses possible policy changes Israel could take regarding Hamas.

Islamic Jihad claims agreement reached on ceasefire

Islamic Jihad says understandings on ceasefire in Gaza have been reached following Egyptian-led contacts. Israeli official denies.

US calls for emergency Security Council over Gaza rocket attacks

Ambassador Haley: Security Council should be outraged and respond to this latest bout of violence directed at innocent Israeli civilians.

Senior Hamas leaders in hiding

IDF spokesperson says Hamas leadership went into hiding when ongoing missile and mortar barrage began.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad claim responsibility for Gaza rockets

Terror groups claim joint responsibility for ongoing rocket and mortar attacks on Israel.

'We will react strongly to all fire from Gaza'

PM, Defense Minister, and defense establishment meet to discuss firing of dozens of rockets from Gaza.

Gaza rocket attacks:

'We are near the threshold of war'

Transportation Minister says situation with Gaza will get worse, Israel closer to war than any time since 2014.

Gaza electricity cut off after rocket strikes supplying facility

Rocket fired by Gaza terrorists damages electric facility supplying electricity to Gaza.

'Israel will act to save its citizens' lives'

Israeli Consul in New York Danny Dayan responds to firing of mortars at kindergarten, firing of rockets, and discovery of Gaza terror tunnel

Gaza rocket attacks:

3 IDF soldiers injured by rocket shrapnel

First casualties reported as Gaza terrorists continue to fire rockets at southern Israel.

IDF stops 'Reverse Flotilla' boat

IDF forces seize boat attempting to break naval blockade of Gaza by sailing out of Gaza, tow craft to Ashdod naval base.

'Massive and powerful strike'

Attack tunnel near main humanitarian crossing one of 35 targets struck by IAF in response to mortar barrage this morning.

Barrage of rockets in south

IDF confirms Iron Dome intercepted projectiles from Gaza after earlier mortar barrage from Hamas-run enclave.

'Reverse flotilla' launched to breach Israeli security blockade

Gaza flotilla attempts to run Israeli blockade off coast of Hamas-ruled Strip.

Israel Air Force strikes Gaza

Israeli planes attacking sites in central Gaza, in apparent response to barrage of mortar fire on Israeli communities this morning.

PM: Israel will exact a heavy price for mortar attacks

Netanyahu responds to barrage of mortar fire on southern communities. 'The IDF will respond with great force.'

'Israel will respond to Gaza mortar attacks'

Israeli leaders call on foreign powers to condemn terrorist attacks on towns near Gaza border, vow military response to provocations.

UN peacekeepers to 'protect' Gaza?

UN Security Council to vote on measure calling for deployment of international forces to 'protect' Gaza Strip.

Mortar shell explodes next to Israeli kindergarten

Terrorists from Gaza fire barrage of 28 mortar shells at southern Israel. One of the shells exploded near a kindergarten.

'Don't preach to us'

Education Minister Naftali Bennett slams Israel's 'armchair critics' following wave of mortar attacks on Israeli towns.

Gunfire from Gaza strikes Sderot homes

Terrorists strike Sderot homes, vehicles with machine gun fire from Gaza.

IDF destroys Hamas positions in Gaza

1 terrorist killed after terrorists fire on IDF soldiers from within Gaza.

Gazans to try to breach Israeli naval blockade

Palestinian Arabs in Gaza announce plans to breach Israel's blockade by boat.

Drone with explosives infiltrates Israel from Gaza

The IDF several days ago located a drone that was intended to explode inside Israeli territory.

South African gov't calls on Israel to 'withdraw from Gaza'

Despite 2005 disengagement removing Israeli civilians and military forces out of Gaza Strip, South Africa demands Israel 'leave Gaza'.

Gaza baby likely died of preexisting condition, not tear gas

8-month-old baby dropped from list of rioters killed on Gaza border.

Hamas to be charged at International Criminal Court?

Israeli farmers to file complaint against Hamas terrorists for enabling firebombing attacks on their property, use of human shields.

Report: Israel won't cooperate with Human Rights Council

Senior legal source says Israel to release own report on Gaza violence as Human Rights Council is considered biased against Israel.

Israel to build 'beach barrier' to stop Hamas infiltrations

Defense Ministry begins work on coastal barriers to prevent Hamas terrorists from infiltrating Israel from the sea.

3 dead in IDF strike on terrorist position in Gaza

Israeli tanks open fire on Islamic Jihad forces in Gaza Strip, killing three after terrorists plant bomb on Israeli security fence.

Watch: Bomb placed near Gaza security fence neutralized

In response to placement of bomb, IDF tank attacks Hamas observation post in southern Gaza. Arab reports say two killed in attack.

IDF: We attacked Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF planes attack Hamas military targets in southern Gaza.

Explosive hurled at IDF troops in Gaza

Explosive device hurled at IDF troops in northern Gaza. No injuries reported.

'Respond to terror by eliminating Hamas leaders'

MK Yogev calls on government to strike Hamas' leaders, says kite terror is no different than any other type of terror attack.

Czech FM: Hamas fully responsible for deaths of Gazans

Czech Foreign Minister Martin Stropnický blasts Hamas, says it is solely responsible for Arab deaths during Gaza border protests.