Gaza Region

Washington: Burden is on Hamas to Keep Ceasefire

The United States welcomes 72-hour ceasefire, stresses the onus is on Hamas to maintain the truce.

Critically Wounded Soldier Opens Eyes for First Time

Ohad Ben-Yishai, who was critically wounded and sedated for two weeks, finally opened his eyes on Saturday.

South African President Criticizes Israel Over Gaza

Jacob Zuma says he is "outraged" over civilian deaths in Gaza but distances himself from calls to expel the Israeli ambassador.

IDF Soldier Selflessly Pursued Terrorists in Gaza Tunnel

The son of olim from New York is the soldier who provided the IDF with the findings that enabled to determine the death of Lt. Hadar Goldin.

Britain Reviewing Arms Sales to Israel

Britain is reviewing licenses to sell arms and military goods to Israel in the light of ongoing operations in Gaza.

Hamas Accepts 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the group accepts an Egyptian proposal for a 72-hour ceasefire. Israeli official: We'll be watching.

UN General Assembly to Discuss Gaza

In an initiative of Arab countries, envoys from all 193 countries of the United Nations will meet and discuss Gaza on Wednesday.

Israel Confirms Acceptance of 72-Hour Ceasefire

Cabinet votes to accept 72-hour ceasefire in Gaza, beginning Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. local time.

Drivers Asked to Exercise Caution as IDF Leaves Parts of Gaza

Traffic police have asked drivers to drive with care as large military vehicles ply Israel's roads. Gaza Op is not over, say leaders.

Yaalon: War Will Continue Until Quiet is Restored

Speaking Monday, Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon said that Operation Protective Edge is not over.

UN: Gaza Losses Over $5 Billon

According to UN officials, Gaza sustained at least $5 billion in damage as the IDF fought back against Hamas terror rockets and tunnels.

Hamas Calls for '3 Day Uprising' During Ceasefire

Reports said that Hamas agreed to a 3 day ceasefire - but Hamas has also called for rioting by Arabs in Judea and Samaria on those days.

IDF Calls Off 'Security Incident' Warning

IDF troops were operating in the area of Gaza border towns Monday afternoon, as a 'security incident' was reported.

Watch: IDF Transfers Truckloads of Goods into Gaza

IDF transfers 186 truckloads of goods into Gaza, as its Hamas rulers continue to fire rockets at Israel.

Hamas: We Don't Trust Israeli Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman: Israel's announcement of a humanitarian ceasefire "an attempt to divert the attention from Israeli massacres".

Imam Blasts Hamas for Using Civilians as Human Shields

French-Moroccan Imam says Gazans are caught between Israel's bombardments and Hamas's abuse.

Erdogan: Israel Deliberately Killing Palestinian Mothers

Turkish Prime Minister once again lashes out at Israel, accuses it of killing mothers and babies in Gaza.

'We Don't Target Israeli Civilians', Claims Hamas

Hamas claims that when it fires rockets onto Israel, it never deliberately targets civilians, only military targets.

Senior Obama Adviser: You Can't Condone Killing of Children

One of U.S. President Barack Obama’s advisers calls for Gaza ceasefire, slams Israel for “killing innocent children”.

Israel Announces 7-Hour Humanitarian Ceasefire

Israel will hold its fire for a seven-hour "humanitarian window" starting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday.

Netanyahu: The Operation Continues Until its Goals Are Reached

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu reiterates that Operation Protective Edge in Gaza will continue for as long as necessary.

U.S. Blasts Israel for 'Disgraceful' Attack on UN School

Israel once again criticized for an attack on a United Nations school in Gaza.

IDF to Southern Residents: It's Safe to Go Home

Despite claims by the IDF that it had gotten all the Gaza terror tunnels, many residents of border towns are hesitant about returning.

Saar: Current War Started With the Disengagement

Interior Minister Gideon Sa'ar said that the roots of the Gaza war could be found in the 2005 Disengagement.

JNF Raises $4 Million for Emergency War Help

The money will go, among other things, to set up mini-shelters, which will allow residents of southern towns some freedom.

Thousands Attend Emotional Funeral of Lt. Hadar Goldin H"yd

With tears and fond memories of his remarkable life, family, friends, and ordinary Israelis bid farewell to Hadar.

Arutz Sheva interview

How Will it End? Bibi's Unenviable Choice

Israel's former security adviser says that with the destruction of Gaza's tunnels almost complete, the gov't faces a crucial decision.

PA Factions to Meet With Egyptians Sunday Night

Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the PA are ready to present Hamas' cease-fire demands to Egypt.

Hamas: Israel 'Made Up Story' on Soldier's Kidnapping

Hamas spokespeople can't make their mind up: Did they or didn't they kidnap and murder Hadar Goldin?

Watch: IDF Forces Expose Tunnel, Destroy Booby Trapped Building

Videos give an inside glimpse to the IDF's search-and-destroy process in Gaza.

Thousands Rally Against Israel Outside the White House

In anti-Israel protest outside the White House, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is equated with Hitler.

Chile: Protesters Call to Cut Ties with Israel

Thousands march in Chile's capital, urging president to break off diplomatic relations with Israel.

Ceasefire Talks 'Still On', Says Egypt

Egypt says its invitation to Israeli and PA delegations for ceasefire talks is still in place despite failure of 72-hour humanitarian truce.

UN Chief Calls for Immediate Release of Kidnapped Soldier

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon demands that an Israeli soldier captured in Gaza be released immediately.

Watch: Reporter Confirms Hamas Fires Rockets from Hospital

A Finnish reporter confirms on camera that Hamas fires rockets at Israel from the Shifa hospital in Gaza.

Kerry Demands Hamas Release Kidnapped IDF Soldier

Secretary of State condemns Hamas's violation of ceasefire, calls for release of Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin.

Obama Calls on Hamas to Release Abducted Soldier

Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin "needs to be unconditionally released as soon as possible", says Obama.

UN Blasts Israel for Not Sharing Iron Dome with Hamas

UN's human rights official condemns Israel for "war crimes", cites its failure to share Iron Dome with the "governing authority" of Gaza.

White House Condemns 'Barbaric' Breach of Truce by Hamas

US slams breach of Gaza truce in which IDF soldier feared abducted; talks over long-term ceasefire suspended.

Thousands Attend Pro-Israel Rally in Paris

Paris Jewish community holds first major pro-Israel rally since the start of Operation Protective Edge.

Egypt Invites Israel and PA for Truce Talks

Egypt invites Israel and the Palestinian Authority to send delegates to Cairo for truce talks, after both sides agreed to ceasefire.

Five Soldiers Killed Near the Border with Gaza

Five soldiers killed by mortars and rockets fired at them near the border. 61 soldiers killed so far in Operation Protective Edge.

White House Welcomes Ceasefire, Calls for Long-Term Truce

White House says it strongly supports the three-day ceasefire in Gaza, urges "restraint" until it begins.

Pentagon: Too Many Civilians Have Been Killed in Gaza

Pentagon says Israel should do more to minimize civilian casualties.

Hamas Agrees to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the movement agrees to 72-hour ceasefire, provided that Israel observes it as well.

Security Council Calls for 'Humanitarian Pauses' in Gaza

UN Security Council renews an appeal for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Hamas Fires Rockets Following Ceasefire Announcement

Salvo of rockets fired towards Shfela region. Iron Dome intercepts two.

Kerry: Israel and Hamas Agreed to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire starting Friday morning, according to Secretary of State Kerry.

State Department: Kerry Has 'Made Progress' in Ceasefire Bid

State Department says Kerry has "made some progress" in talks to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, but "we're not there yet".

What if Rockets were Fired from 'The West Bank'?

A rocket from Gaza at Ben Gurion airport disrupted air traffic, but terrorists in Samaria would have a much clearer shot if Israel left.

Calls Grow to Upgrade Operation Protective Edge to 'War' Status

Still just an 'operation,' calls for IDF action in Gaza to be 'upgraded' to a war, so more people can get compensated for losses.

Calls to Stop Destruction of Community Honoring Murdered Teens

Homes for five families, built to honor the memories of three murdered Israeli teens, are in danger of demolition.

As War Rages, Nine Years Since Gush Katif Expulsion to be Marked

Event to mark nine-years since Gaza ethnically-cleansed of Jewish population, as warnings of Hamas takeover now painfully clear.

IDF Eliminates Tunnel Terorrists in Israel, Gaza

Hamas continues to use tunnels to attack Israelis; on Thursday, troops eliminated another terrorist who tried to do just that.

Turkish 'Humanitarian Aid' to Gaza: Ball-Bearings, Cement Mixers

Is Turkey supporting war against Israel? Customs officials seize 'humanitarian' aid, fear suspicious cargo destined for Hamas.

Government Demolishes Homes of IDF Soldiers Fighting in Gaza

Homes belonging to soldiers near the Samarian village of Kfar Tapuach torn down even as they served their country, some in Gaza.

Eldad to Israeli Students: Boycott Leftist Professors

Former MK Professor Aryeh Eldad has a message for Isreali students: Just say no to leftist professors

Despite Risks, PA Says Its Ready to Join ICC

While the PA could pursue claims against Israel, Israel could do the same against the PA - and make a better case, many legal experts say.

IDF Calls Another 16,000 Reserve Soldiers to Service

In what may be a sign that the IDF operation in Gaza is expanding, 16,000 more reservists are being called up for service.

Watch: IDF Finds Terror Tunnel in Gaza Mosque

Hamas does not only use schools to store weapons and launch rockets, as the IDF discovered.