Gaza Region

Tensions flare again on Gaza border as Friday protests begin

Eight shot, one in the head, as thousands of rioters confront IDF forces on Gaza border one day after demonstrator killed.

Journalist killed in Gaza had been vetted to receive US funds

State Department says USAID vetted Gaza journalist accused of being a Hamas member and who was killed during riots at Gaza border.

Elizabeth Warren calls on Israel to show restraint in Gaza

US Senator asks Israel to 'respect rights of Palestinians to peacefully protest' after violent riots at Gaza border fence.

Report: One killed in clashes on Gaza border

Gaza health officials claim one man shot and killed during violent riots along southern edge of Israel-Gaza border - 33rd fatality in riots.

'Kaddish' for dead Gazans?

Jews from left-wing group IfNotNow detained after they recite traditional prayer for Gazans killed in violent confrontation with IDF.

Shooting from Gaza penetrated nearby Jewish residence

Shooting by terrorists last night at engineering vehicle also penetrated house in Sha'ar Hanegev. Nobody was wounded.

IAF attacks Hamas compound in Gaza

IAF fighter jets target Hamas military compound in Gaza. Terrorists open fire toward Israeli aircraft, triggering rocket sirens.

Open letter:

Golani fighter writes to all of us

Golani fighter astonished, disappointed at righteous indignation over sniper video, salutes comrades defending border against Hamas attacks.

Explosion near Gaza border

IDF says explosive device was placed at site during violent riots.

Hamas: Liberman legitimizing murder of Palestinians

Hamas condemns Liberman for saying Israeli sniper who shot Arab demonstrator deserved a citation.

PA: Gaza workers weren't paid due to 'technical issues'

Palestinian Authority says failure to pay salaries to Gaza employees unrelated to dispute with Hamas.

Liberman: 'Sniper deserves citation; photographer - reproach'

DM responds to shooting incident and attack on Syrian base attributed by international media to Israel.

Watch: Left-wing activists harass IDF soldiers

Extreme-left activists approach soldiers near Gaza border, call them terrorists who massacre civilians.

IDF investigation concludes:

Gazan was warned before being shot

Video of sniper shooting Gazan rioter from last year shows rioter shot in leg after ignoring warnings not to approach fence, IDF concludes.

Students at Hebrew University call for new Intifada

Arab students at Jerusalem college hold protest in solidarity with Gaza rioters, demand Zionists leave country.

Report:

'Journalist' killed on Gaza border - a senior Hamas terrorist

Security officials say man killed during Gaza border riots was a senior figure in Hamas terror group - not a journalist.

Bennett: You're sitting in Tel Aviv and condemning our soldiers?

Education Minister won't condemn video of sniper shooting rioter on Gaza border and the reactions after the shooting. 'I back all soldiers.'

Haniyeh calls for further protests against Israel

Hamas leader urges Gazans to keep up their protests on the Israeli border.

PA withholds salaries to Gaza employees

Palestinian Authority pays salaries to its employees based in Judea and Samaria but not to those in Gaza as tensions with Fatah continue.

'Great March' is an attempt to destroy Israel

Josh Hasten presents the difference between Hamas spokesmen speaking to Gazans and talking to the world.

IDF examines video documenting shooting at demonstrators

IDF investigates video allegedly filmed last weekend documenting sniper activity aimed at Gaza border demonstrators.

Russia rips Israel over Gaza riots

After criticizing Israel for Syrian airstrike, Russia blasts Israel's 'unacceptable and indiscriminate' use of force to stop Gaza rioters.

Jeremy Corbyn ignores Hamas' role in Gaza riots

Jeremy Corbyn calls for review of arms sales to Israel over Gaza border riots.

IDF attacks Hamas target in Gaza

IDF strikes terrorist target belonging to Hamas in retaliation for infiltration attempt and placing of explosive devices on border fence.

Hamas leader threatens to attack 'settlements'

Senior Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar: If Israel attacks Gaza, we'll attack the settlements inside Israel.

Greenblatt to Hamas: Stop threatening your neighbors

Trump’s envoy urges Gaza’s Hamas rulers to renounce violence and stop threatening Israel.

Explosives discovered after terrorists flee

IDF troops locate two explosive devices placed by terrorists who infiltrated Israel through security fence near northern Gaza.

What are the rioters planning this Friday?

'Supreme authority' declares third week of violent protests at Gaza fence with burning of Israeli flags.

International court warns Israel may be charged over Gaza deaths

Chief Prosecutor of The Hague suggests both Israel, Hamas could be held responsible for deaths of Arab rioters during clashes with IDF.

MK Zoabi calls for all PA Arabs to march on Gaza border

Radical Arab MK says 'millions of Palestinians' should march on Jerusalem after violent riots in Gaza.

IDF sets up team to probe Gaza deaths

Panel will investigate IDF response to violent riots on Gaza-Israel border.

US blocks UN call for investigation into Gaza deaths

Security Council statement supporting protests on Gaza border blocked.

IDF launches artillery barrage on Gaza terrorists

Terrorists cross Gaza border into Israel, prompting IDF to respond with artillery barrage.

Liberman demands criminal investigation against B'Tselem

DM asks AG to investigate suspected incitement to disobedience against B'Tselem: 'Attempt to subvert military system very serious.'

Liberman: Killed journalist flew a drone over IDF forces

Defense Minister on Gaza riots: 'Hamas has used journalists and ambulances for terror dozens of times.'

This June: Flotilla from Europe against the Gaza blockade

Another Flotilla from Europe to head towards Gaza after Ramadan in attempt to 'break the Israeli naval blockade.'

'We are dealing with a cynical, evil and cruel enemy'

Finance Minister Kahlon says Gaza riots part of Hamas plans to carry out terror attacks, not spontaneous protest of civilians.

Netanyahu: They speak of human rights while holding a Nazi flag

At Mimouna festivities, PM says Gaza riots motivated by desire to destroy Israel, as shown by PA flag with swastika flown at protest.

'Terrorists also disguise themselves as journalists'

Defense Minister defends IDF after journalist reported killed in Gaza, notes Hamas abuse of humanitarian standards.

Watch: Palestinian flag flies with swastika

Former IDF spokesperson publishes video showing flag with swastika blowing in the wind at riots along Gaza border fence.

'The IDF does not fire at journalists'

IDF says live fire only used as last resort in response to threats like being shot at, explosives, grenades, after journalist said killed.

Liberman: A festival of hypocrisy

Foreign Minister speaks after 9 Gazans killed in riots at Gaza border fence.

Watch: Armed terrorist near security fence

Israeli forces identified an armed terrorist attempting to carry out an attack near the fence. The soldier shot and killed the terrorist.

Environmental Protection Ministry on alert for Gaza tire burning

Hamas plans to burn tens of thousands of car tires in Friday protest; Environmental Protection Ministry fears an "environmental disaster"

IDF shoots armed terrorist near Gaza border

IDF soldiers fire at armed Gazan terrorist, arrest terror suspects in Judea, Samaria.

Official: Escalation may lead to another round of fighting

Security official tells Arutz Sheva: The recent Gaza developments may be part of Hamas' plan to start another round of fighting by May 14.

Let Merkel have them

B'Tselem calls on IDF soldiers to refuse orders

Radical organization launches campaign to convince soldiers protecting Gaza border not to open fire.

Gazans planned terror attack against Israeli Navy

IDF, Shabak, foil elaborate Islamic Jihad terror attack against Israeli Navy.

Hamas promises surprises - should Israel be worried?

The Gaza terror organization promises protest marches to the fence this weekend, with burning tires. The IDF is prepared for any scenario

Watch: Terrorists attempt to break down Gaza fence

IDF releases footage of attempts to damage, break through security fence after Hamas says 1 killed in clashes.

Gazan killed in clashes with IDF

Further clashes at Gaza border following massive demonstrations Friday.

Liberman: Anyone who approaches fence puts his life at risk

Defense Minister tours Gaza envelope, warns Gaza residents to focus on getting rid of Hamas rather than destroying Israel.

'We'll blind IDF snipers'

Gaza rioters prepare for additional mass protest this coming Friday, look for ways to neutralize IDF forces on the border.

Firebomb stash found along Gaza border

IDF forces discover backpack filled with Molotov cocktails left by terrorists along Israel-Gaza frontier during Friday's riots.

Seventeenth Gazan to die is a terrorist

Islamic Jihad terrorist dies of his wounds, bringing total death count to seventeen.

US Ambassador: These are not peaceful protests

US Amb. David Friedman, at the Kotel for Priestly Blessing ceremony, talks about Gaza protests and Jerusalem.

Bernie Sanders: I don't believe the Israelis

Bernie Sanders slams Israel for eliminating rioters, ignoring the fact that all those eliminated were confirmed terrorists.

Liberman: Terrorists' bodies won't be returned

Defense Min. says bodies of terrorists killed in Friday's riots in Gaza should be held until return of remains of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul.

Bernie Sanders mourns 'tragic' deaths of Gaza protesters

Former Democratic candidate for president slams Israel for using force to protect its border.