Gaza Region

Israel Rejects Kerry's Ceasefire Proposal

Cabinet unanimously votes to reject the ceasefire proposed by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.

Watch: IDF Paratroopers Foil Attempted Ambush in Gaza

IDF paratroopers explain how they foiled an attempted ambush by terrorists in Gaza.

Iran: We Provided Hamas with Rocket Technology

Iranian parliament speaker boasts that his country provided Hamas with the technology it has used to rain down rockets on Israel.

Kerry Focusing on Humanitarian Ceasefire

U.S. focusing on a week-long humanitarian ceasefire, during which intensive negotiations will tackle other disputes, according to officials.

Israel Calls Out UNRWA for Claiming IDF Shelled School

UNRWA's claims that an evacuation of a Gaza school was prevented are untrue, says the IDF.

Parents of Lone Soldier Flown to Israel to See Their Injured Son

The parents of Moshe Hirt, who was wounded in Gaza, were brought to Israel thanks to El Al and the head of Moshe’s yeshiva.

Video: Will Grandma Make it to the Safe Room in 15 Seconds?

Foreign Ministry video demonstrates the reality that Israelis face every day, sometimes ten times a day.

Rocket Fired at Eilat Area, Possibly Aiming for Ovda Airport

After scoring a near-hit on Ben Gurion Airport, Hamas terrorists were apparently trying to bomb Israel's other airport.

Israel Opens Investigation into Claims IDF Shelled UN School

Israeli officials say school was located in one of terrorists' central rocket-firing zones; rockets reportedly misfired, fell in the area.

Kerry Reaches out to Hamas Allies to Press Truce

US Secretary of State turns to Islamist-led Qatar and Turkey to help pressure Hamas into accepting a ceasefire with Israel.

Reserve Soldiers 'Ready and Happy to Help' in Judea and Samaria

Reserve soldiers are picking up the burden in Judea and Samaria from regular army soldiers who are being moved down to Gaza.

Pakistan Calls to End Gaza Blockade

After voting in favor of UN Human Rights Council investigation into Israel's operation in Gaza, Pakistan calls for end to Israeli blockade.

Operation Protective Edge

Netanyahu: Gaza Operation to Continue 'At Full Strength'

Prime Minister says IDF has struck a 'significant blow' to Hamas; more than 30 'terror tunnels' located since ground op. began.

Egyptian Forces Thwart Two Terror Attacks Against Israel

Egyptian security forces eliminated a terrorist who tried to blow himself up near IDF soldiers; disarmed Grad rockets aiming for Israel.

France to Give $14.8 Million to Gaza

Aid money, following $47 million US aid package, to go to Gaza - despite the risk it will end up in Hamas's coffers.

UN Chief 'Outraged' Over Rockets Stored in UNRWA Schools

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon expresses "outrage and regret" over the placing of rocket in UN-run schools.

Israeli Islamist Leader: Gaza Will Rub Israel's Nose in the Mud

Deputy head of the radical Islamic Movement in Israel threatens that Gaza will repay Israel "in spades".

Turkey's Airline Extends Suspension of Flights to Israel

Turkey's national carrier extends its suspension of direct flights to Tel Aviv, cites security reasons.

U.S., Canada Criticize UNHRC Over Bias Against Israel

United States and Canada criticize the United Nations Human Rights Council over its intention to investigate the IDF's operations in Gaza.

Khamenei to Palestinian Arabs: Keep Fighting Israel

"The only way to deal with this savage regime is to continue resistance," says Iran's supreme leader.

Lapid: Retaking Gaza is on the Table

"We decided when to start the operation and we will also decide how to move forward," says Finance Minister.

Liberman: UNHRC is the Council for Terrorist Rights

Foreign Minister slams United Nations Human Rights Council over its intention to investigate the IDF's operations in Gaza.

Watch: Funeral of American who Joined the IDF

30,000 people attended the funeral of lone soldier Sergeant Max Steinberg in Jerusalem.

John Kerry 'Not Ruling Out Any Options' on Israel-Gaza Ceasefire

US Secretary of State reportedly sees 'signs of progress' in brokering truce between Israel, Hamas; on the ground, little has changed.

IDF Returns Fire After Terrorists Attack From Gaza Hospital

Army says IDF troops coming under fire 'for days' from Hamas and Islamic Jihad gunmen operating from Al Wafa hospital.

Kuwaiti Cleric to Hamas: No Ceasefire Until They Bow Before Us

A Kuwaiti cleric recently called on Hamas not to agree to a ceasefire until Israel is erased.

Two IDF Officers Killed in Gaza will Be Buried Today

Funeral arrangements are announced for Lieutenant Natan Cohen hy"d, 23, of Modiin, and Dmitri Levitas hy"d, 26, from Jerusalem.

Watch: Berlin Protesters Shout 'Jew, Cowardly Pig'

Protest against Israel’s operation in Gaza in Berlin gets ugly as protesters chant anti-Jewish slogans.

Abbas Threatens to Pursue Israel Over 'Gaza Crimes'

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas slams Israel, vows to make an effort to "stop the aggression on Gaza".

Watch: Netanyahu Presents UN Chief with Hamas Rockets

During Ban Ki-moon’s visit to Israel, PM Netanyahu presented him with the rockets and operating methods of Hamas terrorists.

Canada's FM Demands Probe into Rockets at UNRWA Schools

Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird says he is "appalled" to hear of rockets being found in UN run schools in Gaza.

PA's UN Envoy Pleads for Action Against Israel

PA envoy Riyad Mansour asks the Security Council to take action against "Israel's atrocities".

Could Artificial Island Solve Gaza Problem?

Minister proposes giving Gaza a port, airport – without compromising on Israel’s security.

Tell me, What do the People Think?

Kerry Pledges $47 Million in Aid for Gaza

U.S. Secretary of State says Gaza operation is "appropriate and legitimate" but adds he is "deeply concerned" about its consequences.

U.S. Issues Travel Warning to Israel and Gaza

Americans warned against traveling to Israel and Gaza, urged to postpone any visits amid the current conflict.

Turkish Businesses Boycotting Israeli Products Because of Gaza

Turkish businesses and local authorities are joining a campaign to boycott products from Israel due to its operation in Gaza.

Bennett: Continue Operation Until There Are No More Tunnels

Economy Minister says that Operation Protective Edge should not be stopped until the terror tunnels are taken care of.

Unconfirmed Report: Ceasefire Coming on Tuesday

Lebanese-based television network says a ceasefire in Gaza is imminent. Report not confirmed in Israel.

7 Rockets Fired Towards Be'er Sheva

Barrage of seven rockets from Gaza hits Be'er Sheva. Ashdod and Eshkol targeted as well.

PM Excoriates Hamas on International News Channels

Netanyahu brands Hamas 'the enemy of the Palestinian people', says terror organization using aid to 'blow up our kindergartens.'

Haniyeh: No Cease-Fire Unless Our Demands Met

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh reiterates that there will be no cease-fire until Israel acquiesces to its demands.

Nazareth Arabs Riot on 'Day of Rage'

Over 3,000 Israeli Arabs marched, threw rocks and bottles, and waved PLO flags as they protested the IDF's battle against Hamas terrorists.

Soccer Fans to Flood Lone Soldier's Funeral

A Haifa soccer club called on its fans to attend the funeral of lone soldier Nissim Sean Carmeli.

Liberman: Boycott Striking Arab Businesses

Foreign Minister calls on Israelis not to buy at Arab stores that closed their doors Monday in protest over IDF activity in Gaza.

Worker Suspended for Pro-Terror Facebook Post

Tzfat: worker reposted a Hamas message calling Zionists 'the enemy of humanity.'

Hamas: Cease-Fire Only If We Get Free Electricity

Hamas said that if Israel wants a cease-fire, it's going to have to pay - in free electricity for Gaza.

IDF Photo Shows Rockets Fired From Hospital

The IDF released further evidence Monday of how Hamas was firing rockets at Israel from homes, playgrounds - even hospitals.

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy, Call for More Rockets

Demonstrators near the Israeli embassy in Amman chant "Death to Israel" as they call for Hamas to step up rocket attacks.

Kerry to Visit Cairo to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet with senior officials from Egypt and other countries about bringing about a ceasefire in Gaza.

MK Regev: We Have No Other Choice

MK Miri Regev sends condolences to the families of the 13 killed soldiers, but stresses that Israel must stop Hamas’s rocket fire.

Security Council to Hold Urgent Meeting on Gaza

United Nations Security Council to hold an emergency meeting that was requested by council member Jordan.

UN Chief: Gaza is 'An Open Wound'

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urges Israel to "exercise maximum restraint" and spare civilian lives in Gaza.

New Yorkers Protest in Support of Israel

Thousands gather in Manhattan for a spontaneous demonstration in support of Israel.

Bennett: 'Who's Conducting a Disproportionate War?'

In an interview on Sky News, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett gave an interviewer a lesson in what Israelis have been experiencing.

Names of 5 Killed Soldiers Released

The IDF has cleared for publication the names of five of the 13 officers and soldiers who were killed in an attack on an APC in Gaza.

MK Feiglin: End the 'Misplaced Pity' That Endangers Our Soldiers

In order to avoid risking the lives of Gaza Arabs, the IDF has been risking the lives of IDF soldiers, and that has to stop, said MK Feiglin

Gantz: What Other Army Warns Its Enemies That It's Advancing?

DF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz said that the army was determined to complete its mission of restoring quiet to southern Israel.

Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi Lau Visits Injured Soldiers

Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi David Lau on Sunday visited hospitalized IDF soldiers.

Watch: IDF Blows Up Terror Tunnel

An IDF video shows soldiers destroying one of dozens of Hamas tunnels already discovered in Operation Protective Edge.