Gaza-area Communities

Survived the massacre:

Zvi Rubin, founding member of Nir Oz, passes away

80-year-old Zvi (Heshi) Rubin, who survived the Shabbat Simchat Torah massacre, after hiding for eight hours with his wife and family, passes away this weekend

7/10 symbol:

Pessy's house in Kibbutz Be'eri demolished

The house where 13 Be'eri residents were murdered: 'Your home was full of warmth and love. We will rebuild Be’eri,' says Pessy's daughter-in-law.'

Pres. Herzog in Gaza area:

‘We must do everything to maintain Jewish presence here’

President Herzog toured the Eshkol Regional Council and Sha’ar HaNegev in the south. Dana Cohen, widow of the late Aviad Cohen, asked the president to endorse his call for unity.

Released hostage Ada Sagi:

‘I don't believe in peace now’

Released hostage, Ada Sagi, spoke about her captivity, her loss of hope for peace, and the payment Gaza residents were given to guard the hostages: ‘I heard them say 70 shekels a day, that's a lot of money in Gaza, because they don't have jobs.’

Sderot:

Rockets fired during march demanding Jewish settlement in Gaza

Thousands of marchers arrived in Sderot by buses and in cars, from all over the country. The organizers emphasize that the march is coordinated with security forces and has received all necessary approvals.

The massacre that changed everything

'Nir Oz residents woken up from two-state solution'

The Wall Street Journal interviewed kibbutz members who survived the massacre and now speak fundamentally differently about the Palestinian and Gaza issues. "Our trust is gone. Completely lost.”

Despite updated guidelines

Schools in communities near Gaza won't reopen

Ministry of Education clarifies that even though the guidelines allow a return to school on Sunday next week - this will not happen anytime soon.

World Jewish Congress rep.:

'War against lies is a daily battle'

World Jewish Congress rep. Sara Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that the rise of antisemitism all over the world has exploded. 'We're working to help everyone have a global Jewish voice.'

Released hostages and families visit Kibbutz Nir Oz

Prof. Hagai Levine, Head of the Medical Team of the Hostages Families Forum: “The hostages have basic human rights to receive medical treatment and medications. The fact that the ICRC was not allowed to visit them, all of them, is a disgrace to humanity.”

The war for civilization

October 7, 2023 marked the start of the War for  Civilization. The Am Israel Chai war. Op-ed.

Wife and mother of hostages:

‘I want to go to Gaza; let them take me instead of Eitan’

Bat Sheva Yahalomi, who escaped from terrorists with 2 daughters, talks about her struggle after son Eitan & husband were abducted to Gaza.

Demonstration in Canada:

'Hamas is not a terrorist organization'

Demonstrations across Canada supporting the Hamas attack against Israel, claim that Hamas is not a terrorist organization.

ZAKA Tel Aviv:

Difficult scenes, we have never seen this many victims before

Israel Hasid, ZAKA Tel Aviv spokesman, talks about the holy work of identifying the bodies of victims of the Hamas attack.

Israel caught unprepared. Why?

Faced with barbarians at the gates, the Israelis can never afford to relax. Is that what happened? Op-ed.

'Like hell': Resident of Gaza border town flees to Jerusalem

A resident of a kibbutz bordering the Gaza Strip talks about the fear and tension during the outbreak of the 3-day shooting war.

Lapid:

'Israel ready for any development on Gaza border'

The prime minister vowed to strike any terrorist group that threatened the wellbeing of Israeli civilians.

Red Alert sirens across south of country, IDF says false alarm

Sirens heard in Ashdod, Ashkelon, & across south. IDF is "ready for another Gaza operation" if necessary, says Chief of Staff.

Standing with our Jewish Sisters in Southern Israel

As we try to listen to the praise for the Abraham Accords signing, we hear instead the sound of the rockets launched at Sderot.Op-ed

Incendiary balloons still landing in Israel

Due to prompt police sapper response, no damage was caused.

Gunfire directed at workers, IDF soldiers at Gaza border fence

Nobody harmed. IDF closes all roads leading to security fence and prohibits entry to border area.

'Without agriculture, Israel has no independence'

President Rivlin visits Gaza area and meets with local farmers dealing with the consequences of the coronavirus.

Bennett: 'Painful spring' is in store for Hamas

DM Bennett says plan the result of which would be "sustainable quiet and prevention of the enemy's ability to grow stronger" in the works.

Minister Akunis:

'Gaza military operation sooner or later'

Science Minister estimates Israel will not be able to continue absorbing Gaza escalations: 'Talk to terror organizations in their language.'

Gazans cross border, infiltrating Israel

IDF forces at the scene spot the infiltrators and open fire. The infiltrators flee back into Gaza, uninjured.

Is Israel's democracy in danger because it banned Omar and Tlaib?

Rocket fired from Gaza at Israel

Terrorists launch rocket from Gaza at Israeli territory. No one hurt. Arab media says Israel prevented transfer of Qatari money.

Gantz: In the next round, we will defeat Hamas

"If necessary, we'll frustrate its leaders and crush the region. We'll act on the ground as much as we want," Blue and White chair promises.

Terrorist made use of IDF batteries

Terrorist who infiltrated Israel was armed with Kalashnikov and several grenades, using at least one. Two soldiers released from hospital.

Gaza area residents to appeal to UN over incendiary balloons

Gaza area residents are turning to the United Nations in protest of the violation of their human rights perpetrated by Hamas.

11 fires from incendiary balloons

Gaza terror organizations continue to launch fire at Israel. One balloon landed in a kindergarten, minutes after end of school day.

Following balloon terror:

Israel imposes naval blockade on Gaza

IDF increases pressure on Gaza in wake of explosive, incendiary balloons launched into Israel this week.

Gaza area security coordinators go on strike

The coordinators are protesting deterioration in employment conditions, budget cuts preventing them from providing security to residents.

Incendiary balloons are back: Wave of fires in Gaza envelope

At least 3 fires caused by incendiary balloons break out in Israeli agricultural areas on Gaza border. Firefighters act at the scene.

Suppose Hamas puts on a show but nobody comes?

'Only a big ground operation will restore long-term quiet'

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi critical of policy of 'rounds' of fighting, says goal must be long-term quiet. 'Don't just respond - be proactive.'

Are terrorists normal? On Nazis, Hamas, al Qaeda, et al

Forces deployed near Gaza return to routine activity

Following military assessment, IDF decides to release troops deployed near Gaza after latest escalation to routine activity and training.

The suffering of Gaza's population

The Gaza imbroglio

Palestinians Arabs are rioting, IDF is attacking

Three rioters were injured as a result of the IDF attack, according to Palestinians Arab media reports.

Yesh Atid MK: It wasn't an explosive device that set sirens off

MK Haim Jelin says air raid sirens sounded due to incoming rocket, security situation 'doesn't interest' PM Netanyahu.

Escalation in Israel's south

IDF strikes on military targets in Gaza after grenade round lands in Israeli town.

Tal Russo claims he 'represents' Israelis living near Gaza

Labor candidate reported as saying Gaza-area residents are 'crybabies' praises them for 'bearing the brunt of the country's burden.'

'Gaza-area residents don't want to return to bomb shelters'

Negev Likud rep convinced his party will enjoy great support in south and Gaza area. "The wise don't forget the lessons of the Expulsion."

Balloons explode in Gaza-area communities

Two explosive-laden balloons sent into Israel by Gazan terrorists explode in Jewish border town.

Labor candidate 'surprised by Gaza-area crybabies'

Labor candidate Tal Russo calls Gaza-area residents 'crybabies,' claims they should show 'more resilience.'

IDF strikes Hamas post over arson balloons from Gaza

IDF targets Hamas military post in southern Gaza after incendiary balloons launched into Israeli territory.

Rocket explodes in open field near Gaza

Rocket from Gaza detonates near Gaza-area community.

In wake of Hamas fires, Gaza border wheat farmers will make beer

Farmers on the Gaza border who lost much of their wheat crop in Hamas fires are teaming with a local brewery to make beer.

Grandfather killed, Granddaughter injured in road accident

Grandfather killed, granddaughter seriously injured during collision between two vehicles on Route 2410 towards Kissufim in southern Israel.

Peace is coming at the end of 2018

'Hamas enjoys total immunity'

Outgoing Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman goes on the attack in his final tour of the Gaza region.

'Differentiating between Tel Aviv blood and southern blood'

Likud minister's remarks on latest Hamas attacks arouse political firestorm.

Gaza area schools closed, train service disrupted

17 rockets fired towards Israel, three intercepted by the Iron Dome, one caused damage to a building No injuring reported.

Terrorist torches Israeli greenhouse

Gaza infiltrates Israel, sets greenhouse alight in Gaza-area community before being caught by security forces.

Report: IDF fires on arson balloon terrorists

5 reportedly targeted in air strike after launching arson balloons at southern Israel.

Liberman makes more concessions to Gaza

Liberman decides to expand fishing zone off the Gaza Strip, after significantly limiting it due to border riots and escalation with Hamas.

Dud rocket found in Gaza area school

Unexploded rocket located near classrooms; Students evacuated from classrooms adjacent to area and police sapper called to scene.

INTO THE FRAY: Israel’s policy of sustaining the enemy in Gaza

'Let their leaders be afraid to walk down the street'

Eshkol Council head disappointed by lack of response, 'We should have taken advantage of Be'er Sheva incident to restore deterrence.'