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Two Rockets Hit Ashkelon Beach

Terrorists in Gaza continue to fire rockets into Israel despite the so-called 'cease fire' agreement brokered by Egypt.

Two Rockets Hit Ashkelon Beach

Jewish Graves Found in Gaza

Graves belonging to Jews who fought for the British Army in World War I have been found in a Gaza cemetery.

Jewish Graves Found in Gaza

Business Owners Suffer from Car Glut in Gaza

It's a small region -- and car dealers in Gaza are complaining that the market is becoming glutted.

Business Owners Suffer from Car Glut in Gaza

Mini-Flotilla Headed for Gaza

Two ships loaded with anti-Israel activists are on a course for Gaza in hopes of breaking Israel's blockade of the Hamas-run enclave.

Mini-Flotilla Headed for Gaza

Turkey Dispatches 3 Warships to Eastern Mediterranean

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has dispatched 3 warships to the Eastern Mediterranean to 'defend against Israeli vessels'

Turkey Dispatches 3 Warships to Eastern Mediterranean

Gaza Terror Groups Welcome Turkey’s Decision on Israel

Hamas and Islamic Jihad quick to welcome Turkey's decision to suspend its ties with Israel.

Gaza Terror Groups Welcome Turkey’s Decision on Israel

Gantz Warns Terrorists: Don't Test Our Strength

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz warns terrorists against attacking Israel. "If Hamas or anyone else attacks us we'll hit them hard."

Gantz Warns Terrorists: Don't Test Our Strength

Gaza Terror Groups Acquire Weapons from Libya

Terrorists in Gaza have acquired anti-aircraft and anti-tank rockets from Libya during its six-month civil war, Israeli officials say.

Gaza Terror Groups Acquire Weapons from Libya

Ceasefire? Two More Rockets Explode in Southern Israel

Well after the beginning of the latest ceasefire, terrorists fire rockets into southern Israel.

Ceasefire? Two More Rockets Explode in Southern Israel

Gaza Terror Groups Announce New Ceasefire

After firing dozens of rockets at Israel in 48 hours, Gaza terror groups announce yet another ceasefire. Will this one last?

Gaza Terror Groups Announce New Ceasefire

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft target terror targets in the Gaza Strip in response to the rocket barrage on Wednesday evening.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

Israel Transfers $13.5 Million to Gaza

Despite rocket attacks, Israel still transfers money into the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip.

Israel Transfers $13.5 Million to Gaza

IDF Thwarts Rocket Launching Attempt

IAF aircraft target a squad of terrorists who were preparing to launch rockets at Israel. Direct hit confirmed.

IDF Thwarts Rocket Launching Attempt

IDF Kills Islamic Jihad Terrorist

IAF aircraft attack and kill an Islamic Jihad terrorist who planned to carry out a terror attack in the Sinai Peninsula.

IDF Kills Islamic Jihad Terrorist

Hamas Ends ‘Ceasefire’ with Israel

As the situation in southern Israel escalates, Hamas' military wing announces the artificial ceasefire with Israel is over.

Hamas Ends ‘Ceasefire’ with Israel

IDF Attacks Terror Targets in the Gaza Strip

In response to Thursday's combined terror attacks near Eilat, the IDF attacked seven terror targets in Gaza overnight.

IDF Attacks Terror Targets in the Gaza Strip

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

Cat and mouse game? IAF attacks terror targets in Gaza after missiles come dangerously close to Israel’s industrial heartland.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IDF Responds to Grad Attacks, Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

After terrorists fire two Grad rockets at Israel, the IDF retaliates and hits terror targets in Gaza.

IDF Responds to Grad Attacks, Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IDF Retaliates, Attacks Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft target terror sites in Gaza, in response to the rocket attack Monday evening which resulted in an injury.

IDF Retaliates, Attacks Terror Targets in Gaza

Turkey Claims UN Will Blame Israel for Flotilla Deaths

Turkey claims a United Nations panel will blame Israel for the deaths of nine terror activists who attacked IDF soldiers in 2010.

Turkey Claims UN Will Blame Israel for Flotilla Deaths

IDF Attacks Terror Target in Gaza

Quiet Gaza war continues as IAF strikes terror target, in response to continuous rocket fire originating in the Strip.

IDF Attacks Terror Target in Gaza

How the Flotilla Got Stuck in Greece

The Israel Law Center, headed by attorney Nitzana Darshan Leitner, played a pivotal role in keeping this year's flotilla away from Gaza.

How the Flotilla Got Stuck in Greece

SkyNews: ‘Palestine’ is ‘Awash with Money’

“Palestine remains a friendly place, welcoming, hospitable, full of air con, hi-fi, wi-fi and wine.”

SkyNews: ‘Palestine’ is ‘Awash with Money’

‘Quiet War’ in Gaza in Sixth Day; IDF Leaflets Warn Residents

The Air Force targeted terrorists preparing to shoot soldiers early Monday and dropped leaflets warning Arabs to stay away from the security fence.

‘Quiet War’ in Gaza in Sixth Day; IDF Leaflets Warn Residents

3 Rocket Attacks Awaken Southern Israelis Overnight

For the fifth time in as many days, Gaza terrorists fire rockets at southern Israeli residents. And Israel retaliates.

3 Rocket Attacks Awaken Southern Israelis Overnight

Hamas: No Fiscal Crisis in Gaza

The Hamas terror organization says it remains solvent and that it will pay its salaries on time.

Hamas: No Fiscal Crisis in Gaza

IDF Retaliates, Attacks Gaza Weapons Sites

In response to Tuesday evening's rocket attacks on southern Israel, the Israeli Air Force has bombed two weapons manufacturing sites in Gaza.

IDF Retaliates, Attacks Gaza Weapons Sites

Negev Home Damaged After Rockets Fired from Gaza

Gaza terrorists fire two rockets at southern Israel, causing light damage to one home.

Negev Home Damaged After Rockets Fired from Gaza

Intellectuals in Gaza, Israeli Left Agree on the Issues

On politics, graduates of Islamic University in Gaza are more or less in line with leftist Israeli academicians.

Intellectuals in Gaza, Israeli Left Agree on the Issues

Two Rocket Attacks South of Ashkelon; IDF Bombs Tunnel

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza attacked south of Ashkelon Saturday with two rockets, and the Air Force retaliated by bombing a terror tunnel.

Two Rocket Attacks South of Ashkelon; IDF Bombs Tunnel

Hamas Anti-Tank Explosive Lightly Hurts IDF Soldier

An explosive device was set off against an IDF tank that was patrolling near the Gaza fence. One soldier lightly hurt.

Hamas Anti-Tank Explosive Lightly Hurts IDF Soldier

French Flotilla Boat Eludes Greek Blockade, but Turns Back

A French boat eludes the Greek blockade on sailing to Gaza but then turns back after passengers have second thoughts.

French Flotilla Boat Eludes Greek Blockade, but Turns Back

Report: Despite Terror Attacks, Israel Aids Gaza's Citizens

Terrorists have shot rockets at the land crossings into Gaza, but Israel continues to transfer goods into the Strip on a daily basis.

Report: Despite Terror Attacks, Israel Aids Gaza's Citizens

Rocket Attack Rattles Negev Residents

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza resumed rocket fire on the Negev Sunday. The missile exploded in an open area. The IDF has not retaliated.

Rocket Attack Rattles Negev Residents

First Flotilla Ship En Route to Gaza

Deciding not to rendezvous with other Gaza flotilla ships, French vessel 'Dignity' is said to be instead sailing straight for Gaza.

First Flotilla Ship En Route to Gaza

IDF Delivers Goods to Gaza but Flotilla Leader Claims ’Blockade’

The IDF oversees the shipment of 6,000 tons of food, fuel, goods and material to Gaza every day as flotilla leaders allege a “blockade” exists.

IDF Delivers Goods to Gaza but Flotilla Leader Claims ’Blockade’

Hamas Calls for Flotilla Despite Setbacks

Hamas is urging the organizers of this year's Gaza flotilla to sail full steam ahead despite recent setbacks.

Hamas Calls for Flotilla Despite Setbacks

PA Claims Israel Steals Gas in Exploration of Gaza Waters

The Palestinian Authority accuses Israel of "stealing" its natural gas resources by authorizing exploration of Gaza waters for gas fields.

PA Claims Israel Steals Gas in Exploration of Gaza Waters

Terrorists Fire Kassam and Mortar at Southern Israel

Kassam and mortar fired from Gaza into Israel land in Eshkol Regional Council; no injuries or damage.

Terrorists Fire Kassam and Mortar at Southern Israel

Jewish Lobby? US Jews Help Save Pro-Hamas Flotilla

A large group of US Jews joining the pro-Hamas flotilla throws cold water on the allegation of a unified pro-Israel “Jewish lobby” in America.

Jewish Lobby? US Jews Help Save Pro-Hamas Flotilla

Mavi Marmara Nixed From "Freedom Flotilla 2"

Turkish authorities refused to grant the Mavi Marmara permits thereby making it impossible for the infamous ship to lead this year's Gaza flotilla.

Mavi Marmara Nixed From "Freedom Flotilla 2"

Israel Once Again Allows Medical Supplies to Enter Gaza

Israel allows Turkish-made medical supplies to enter Gaza, amidst continued reports of a "siege" on the flourishing Strip.

Israel Once Again Allows Medical Supplies to Enter Gaza

Wolfensohn Barred from Beirut U.,Learns Arab Gratitude Firsthand

Sir James Wolfensohn denied the role of commencement speaker in Beirut despite his services to the Arabs.

Wolfensohn Barred from Beirut U.,Learns Arab Gratitude Firsthand

Israel Transfers Medical Supplies to Gaza

Crisis in Gaza? Despite Hamas' rule in the Strip, Israel allows for medical equipment and medical staff to enter the region.

Israel Transfers Medical Supplies to Gaza

Egypt Ends ‘PR Stunt’ and Severely Limits Traffic from Gaza

Egypt shut down the border at Gaza days after re-opening it. Hamas blames the United States and Israel, but Abbas may be behind the move.

Egypt Ends ‘PR Stunt’ and Severely Limits Traffic from Gaza

Egypt Plans Gaza City Consulate

Egypt plans to open a consular office in Gaza City after the Fatah-Hamas unity government is formed.

Egypt Plans Gaza City Consulate

'Aid Ship' Refuses to Let Israel Deliver Goods

Activists bringing dual-purpose “aid to Gaza” now refuse to deliver the goods – since they would be transported via Israel.

'Aid Ship' Refuses to Let Israel Deliver Goods

Business Leaders' Unity Meeting in Gaza

A delegation of PA business owners from Judea and Samaria entered Gaza through the Rafiah Crossing Thursday for a separate unity meeting.

Business Leaders' Unity Meeting in Gaza

'Dangerous' to Open Rafiah Crossing, Israel Says

Hamas is celebrating the opening of the Rafiah Crossing, while Israel warns the move is “dangerous.”

'Dangerous' to Open Rafiah Crossing, Israel Says

JNF Trees to Protect Gaza Belt Towns

The Jewish National Fund plans to help protect Gaza Belt towns in the Negev by planting trees to block terrorist visibility.

JNF Trees to Protect Gaza Belt Towns

Israel's EU Ambassador: Flotilla 'Political Provocation'

Israel's ambassador to the EU says the participation of some of the body's lawmakers in next month's flotilla to Gaza is "political provocation."

Israel's EU Ambassador: Flotilla 'Political Provocation'

Muslim Groups Plan Convoy to Coincide with Freedom Flotilla 2

Two anti-Israel Muslim groups are planning a cross-continent aid convoy from Cape Town to Gaza to coincide with the IHH Gaza Freedom Flotilla 2.

Muslim Groups Plan Convoy to Coincide with Freedom Flotilla 2

Barenboim Brings Mozart to Gaza

Daniel Barenboim made another political statement by conducting a Mozart concert in Gaza.

Barenboim Brings Mozart to Gaza

First African Muslim Convoy to Gaza

First African convoy aims to stick Israel with “apartheid state” label; aid organized by banned radical Muslim group.

First African Muslim Convoy to Gaza

IDF Foils Terror Attack Near Gaza

IDF identifies and shoots tank shells at terrorists who tried to place explosives near the Gaza-Israel border.

IDF Foils Terror Attack Near Gaza

Ten Years Under Rocket Fire

On the Sabbath, ten years will have passed since Gaza terrorists fired the first rocket at southern Israel.

Ten Years Under Rocket Fire

Body of Kidnapped Italian ISM Activist Found

The body of kidnapped Italian anti-Israel activist Vittorio Arrigoni was found in an abandoned house in Gaza.

Body of Kidnapped Italian ISM Activist Found

Iran's Backing of Hamas Has Introduced Shi'ite Islam to Gaza

Iranian support for Hamas brings Shi'ite Islam to Sunni Gaza and may herald tension between Hamas and Tehran. Israel leaves door open for Iran.

Iran's Backing of Hamas Has Introduced Shi'ite Islam to Gaza

Lieberman: ‘Dangerous’ Ceasefire Violates Coalition Agreement

Foreign Minister Lieberman says truce with Hamas is dangerous and violates the coalition accord calling for toppling the Hamas government.

Lieberman: ‘Dangerous’ Ceasefire Violates Coalition Agreement

Prayers Requested for School Bus Missile Victim

The family of a 16-year-old boy critically wounded in a terror attack is asking the public to pray for his life and recovery.

Prayers Requested for School Bus Missile Victim