Gaza Region

Ya'alon: We'll Continue to Target Hamas Leaders

Defense Minister clarifies that Israel will continue to target the heads of the Hamas terrorist group “at any time and in any place”.

Minister Ariel: Continue the Operation in Gaza

Housing Minister says that the Hamas terrorists eliminated by Israel “lived a month too long”, calls to renew ground operation in Gaza.

Yadlin: We Tried to Eliminate Deif in 2006

Amos Yadlin, formerly the head of Military Intelligence, says Israel tried to eliminate Mohammed Deif on the eve of the Second Lebanon War.

New UN Resolution on Gaza in the Works

Britain, France and Germany put forward new UN Security Council resolution on Gaza in a fresh bid to end violence.

Haniyeh: We'll Continue to Fight the 'Neo-Nazi Enemy'

Hamas’s former prime minister says that despite the elimination of several of its leaders, the terror group will remain strong.

Badly Wounded Hero had Shielded Children

The 33-year old seriously hurt in Eshkol had been shielding children with his body.

Bibi's Brother-in-Law: Only Invade Gaza if You Intend to Stay

Sara Netanyahu's brother says residents of southern Israel should 'admit their mistake' and apologize for supporting Gaza expulsion.

Kidnapping mastermind eliminated

Father of Hadar Goldin: 'I Knew the IDF Would Get the Job Done'

Simcha Goldin say he feels 'no joy' at news his son's killer was killed in Gaza strike, but is satisfied that the IDF got the job done.

Paris: 300 Rally Against Israel's Airstrikes in Gaza

300 protesters demonstrate in Paris against Israel's operation in Gaza. Protest ends peacefully.

Canadian Parliamentarian Quits Over Party's Support for Israel

Sana Hassainia, an MP for the New Democratic Party quits the caucus over her party leader's "excessively pro-Israel stance".

Security Council Urges Return to Ceasefire Talks

UN Security Council urges Israel and the Palestinian Arabs to return to the negotiating table to quickly agree on a lasting truce in Gaza.

Netanyahu Reprimands Bennett Over Gaza Criticism

Heated argument breaks out between PM and Jewish Home chairman at Cabinet meeting.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Salvo at Southern Israel

Gaza terrorists fire three rockets fired towards Israel; one intercepted by the Iron Dome over Ashdod.

Egypt Calls for Resumption of Talks, 'Regrets' Breach of Truce

Egyptian government says it 'profoundly regrets' yesterday's breach of the ceasefire, as violence once again escalates.

Gaza Terrorists Start Morning With Renewed Rocketfire

Total rockets since ceasefire breach edges towards 60 as Eshkol Region hit overnight; IDF hits 30 terror targets overnight.

UN Chief Condemns Breach of Gaza Ceasefire

Ban Ki-moon says he is "gravely disappointed" by the resumption of hostilities in the region, calls for permanent ceasefire.

Hamas: Israel Tried to Eliminate Head of 'Military Wing'

Hamas leader Abu Marzouk accuses Israel of trying to eliminate the head of the group's “military wing”, Mohammed Deif.

IDF: 50 Rockets Were Fired on Tuesday

IDF says a total of 50 rockets from Gaza fired towards Israel since Tuesday afternoon. Six of them were intercepted by Iron Dome.

PA Official: It's All Israel's Fault

Senior official who heads the Palestinian Arab delegation to Cairo says Israel is to blame for the collapse of the temporary truce.

Hamas: Israel 'Opened the Gates of Hell'

Hamas says rocket fire came in response to airstrike on Gaza home, vows Israel will have no peace.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket Towards Jerusalem

The rocket fire continues: Iron Dome intercepts rocket over Jerusalem; no one hurt.

US Condemns Gaza Rocket Fire as Hamas Blames Israel

As State Dept. spokeswoman says blame for scuppering of talks lies with Hamas, Islamist terror group says Israel at fault.

Israeli Official Denies Agreement to Lift Gaza Blockade

Official involved in ongoing Cairo talks says reports made of significant breakthrough by Palestinian delegation false.

Journalist: What Are We Getting Out of the Ceasefire Agreement?

Journalist and radio host Sharon Gal slams reported ceasefire deal that was reached between Israel and Hamas.

Gaza Ceasefire Extended by 24 Hours

Israeli and Palestinian Arab negotiators agree to extend a temporary ceasefire in Gaza by 24 hours. Current truce was to expire at midnight.

New York Times Misleads over 'Righteous Gentile' Gaza Anger

Front-page story covered how 'Righteous Gentile' gave up medal after relatives' house hit in IAF strike - but neglects one crucial detail.

Watch: Gazan Children Play 'Kidnap the Soldier'

Expose reveals children's game glorifying abductions of IDF soldiers, just months after Israeli teens were kidnapped.

While the US 'Reviews,' EU Calls for Disarming Hamas

American vacillation over demands to disarm terrorist groups in Gaza contrasts with Europe's surprising support of Israeli position.

Hamas Says Gaza Death Toll Rises to over 2,000

Figures can't be independently verified due to restrictions on reporting inside Gaza. IDF says five soldiers killed by friendly-fire.

Amended Ceasefire Proposal Includes Terrorist Releases

PA and Hamas delegation slips important changes into its amendments to Egyptian truce proposal.

Norway and Egypt Gathering Funds to Rebuild Gaza

Norway to gather international donors in Cairo, transfer funds to Abbas in order to rebuild after Hamas's terror war.

Akunis: How Can Schabas be Taken Seriously?

Likud MK dismisses UN's probe on Gaza, points out the anti-Israel stance of the head of the panel, William Schabas.

UN Says it Will Take 'Months' to Rebuild Gaza

UN's humanitarian chief says it will take months to repair damage to the UN's infrastructure caused by the Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.

Israel Lifts Gaza Fishing Ban in 'Gesture'

One-sided 'sign of goodwill' offered by Israel, even as Hamas refuses discuss returning two fallen IDF soldiers' bodies for now.

Hamas Threatens Terror in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria

Hamas spokesperson calls for 'support' of Gaza terror war, says if Israel doesn't cede to Hamas demands it will bring 'more disasters.'

Netanyahu: Israel Won't Gift Hamas 'Political Win' in Truce

PM: Hamas lost militarily, now trying to win diplomatically in Cairo talks; Gaza airport would be 'Duty Free of rockets', says Minister

Soldier Recounts Courageous One-Man Mission to Save Lt. Goldin

'If I'm not back in five minutes, I'm dead,' Lt. Eitan told his soldiers, before heading into Hamas tunnel after Hadar Goldin.

NY Senator Demands UNHRC Dismiss Schabas

Sen. Charles Schumer says he will push for the U.S. to cut its financial support for UNHRC if Schabas heads Gaza inquiry.

IDF Official: Hamas Was Dealt a Fatal Blow

Former Southern Command head says that Hamas’s terror tunnels should have been taken care of long before Operation Protective Edge.

'I Dug Terror Tunnels in Gaza and Had No Idea'

Remarkable letter smuggled out of Gaza relates how Hamas manipulates Palestinian civilians to dig terror tunnels to Israel.

Hamas Rejects Egyptian Ceasefire Proposal, Threatens 'Long War'

Leading Hamas officials demand Israel accepts all their conditions, threaten war of attrition if not.

Israel Welcomes EU's Call on Gaza Groups to Disarm

Israel’s Foreign Ministry welcomes the call by the European Union for terrorist groups in Gaza to disarm.

EU Offers to Take Charge of Gaza Border Crossings

The European Union offers to help prevent illegal arms flows into Gaza.

Petition Seeks to Ban Joan Rivers in Britain Over Gaza

Thousands of people sign a petition to halt Joan Rivers’ Britain tour after she said "they started it" when asked about Gaza.

Egypt's 11-Point Ceasefire Plan Revealed

Egyptian newspaper publishes Egypt's plan for a long-term ceasefire in Gaza. Sides have yet to agree.

Hamas Admits Harassing, Deporting Journalists Who Filmed Rockets

In revealing TV interview, Hamas foreign relations chief outlines how the Islamist terror group made sure foreign journalists toed the line.

Bennett Calls to Unilaterally End Gaza Operation

Minister says to make concessions without Hamas agreement, allow the IDF to continue actions against terror tunnels.

South African Official Calls for 'Eye for an Eye' Against Israel

South Africa's Jewish Board of Deputies to lay charges against local official who called for an “eye for an eye against Zionist aggression”.

Cameron Urges Netanyahu to Take 'Difficult Steps'

British Prime Minister David Cameron says both Israel and Hamas will need to take “difficult steps” to reach a long-lasting ceasefire.

Leftist Author: Don't Call Hamas a Terrorist Organization

Leftist Israeli author A.B. Yehoshua says Israel should not refer to Hamas as a “terrorist organization” but as an “enemy”.

10,000 Rally in Tel Aviv, Say: Finish the Job in Gaza!

Rabin Square sees the first major demonstration since the country went to war against Hamas on July 8.

Obama Stresses Importance of 'Sustainable' Gaza Ceasefire

President Obama tells PM Netanyahu that it is important to reach an agreement on a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Liberman: No Cooperating with UNHRC's Gaza Probe

Foreign Minister says UN and UNHRC are "hypocritical", says Israel shouldn't cooperate with their probes.

Journalist: Israel is 'Stuttering' in Front of Hamas

Channel 2 News’ military analyst Roni Daniel slams the Israeli decision to extend a ceasefire for five days.

Hamas: Israel Will Pay for Violating Ceasefire

Hamas officials deny that the group fired rockets, threaten Israel over its retaliatory airstrikes.

MKs Call for Strong Response to Rocket Attacks

Nationalist MKs call for a strong Israeli reaction after Hamas violates a ceasefire and fires rocket toward Israel.

IAF Launches Airstrikes on Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF attacks terror targets in Gaza after Hamas violates ceasefire and fires rockets at Israel.

Ceasefire, Hamas Style: Rocket Barrage Hits Southern Israel

Gaza terrorists fire a barrage of rockets just moments before one ceasefire is set to end and a new one to begin.

Israel and Hamas Agree to Extend Ceasefire

Just as Hamas violates ceasefire which was set to expire at midnight, the sides announce it will be extended for another five days.

PA Says Egypt Presented Ceasefire Proposal

PA officials: Egypt presented a proposal that would see a reduction of the naval blockade and of the buffer zone.