Gaza Region

Disabled Gaza man did not die from IDF fire

IDF official says disabled Gazan Ibrahim Abu Toriya did not die from IDF fire, demands Red Cross investigate incident.

Hamas leader: Israel doesn't exist

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh calls on Arab world to create strategy to fight US, promises to fight to the end the US recognition of Israel.

Hamas warns of reconciliation collapse

Hamas was supposed to hand over full control of Gaza by December 10.

'Rockets are being fired at Arabs, by Arabs'

Failed mortar attack this morning damages home of Gaza resident. 'How long will Hamas continue to harm its own people?'

Hamas leader: We will no longer rule in Gaza

Hamas’s Gaza leader declares that the organization is permanently ceding control of Gaza in order to reconcile with Fatah.

'Record number of trucks entering Gaza under Liberman's watch'

Zionist Union MK criticizes Defense Minister for not reducing the aid to Gaza as rockets are fired on southern Israel.

'This trickling of rockets is unacceptable'

Heads of local councils in southern Israel demand the government take action following yet another rocket attack from Gaza.

Near Miss: Gaza rocket explodes next to Israeli home

Terrorists fire rockets from Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip, hit Israeli town in western Negev.

Damaged Gaza home belongs to terrorist

Home severely damaged by Gaza rocket on Friday belongs to brother of Hamas spokesperson.

Gaza rocket misses mark, damages local home

Gaza terrorists fire rocket towards southern Israel, but the rocket hits a residential building inside Gaza.

Egypt to open Rafah crossing for four days

Egypt to open border crossing with Gaza after twice cancelling planned openings due to Sinai terrorism.

'Why doesn't Hamas invest in hospitals and schools?'

Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories gives interview to BBC, issues a stern warning to Hamas.

'There are more tunnels from Gaza'

Commander of Gaza Brigade warns that Hamas has more tunnels, is likely looking to escalate with Israel.

'Supreme Court is rewarding terrorism'

Right-wing MKs fume after High Court of Justice orders Israel to return bodies of terrorists killed in last month's tunnel explosion.

Supreme Court orders Israel to return terrorists' bodies to Gaza

Court rules state must hand over bodies of terrorists killed in terror tunnel - or pass law permitting military to hold terrorists' remains.

IAF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza

Israel Air Force attacks three targets which serve as training and storage sites for weapons.

Iron Dome intercepts 2 rockets over Sderot

Missile defense system prevents damage from latest attack from Gaza terrorists. Residents treated for shock.

Rocket fired from Gaza at southern Israel

Rocket sirens heard in Gaza Belt. IDF says one rocket was fired from Gaza towards the region.

2 Gaza terrorists killed in mysterious explosion

PA says Islamic Jihad terrorists killed in Israeli airstrike which Israel denies. Islamic Jihad says terrorists were on 'Jihad mission'

Israel denies hitting Gaza, Hamas claims 2 killed

Gaza officials claim 2 men riding a motorcycle were killed in a 'targeted strike' Tuesday. IDF denies responsibility.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF strikes Hamas positions in northern Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on Ashkelon.

Rockets fired from Gaza towards Ashkelon

Iron Dome successfully intercepts at least two rockets fired by Gaza terrorists towards Ashkelon.

Report: Manhattan bomber says attack motivated by Gaza violence

Failed suicide bomber says he wanted to blow up Manhattan subway at rush hour because of Israeli response to Gaza rockets.

Rocket fired from Gaza: IDF returns fire

Rocket fire follows rocket attack on Sderot kindergarten last week.

Fatah-Hamas reconciliation hits 'obstacles'

Fatah official says handover of power in Gaza from Hamas has hit yet another snag.

Hamas says 2 terrorists killed in destruction of terror tunnel

Terror group issues more threats after IDF destroys terror tunnel leading into Israeli territory.

IDF to terrorists: Terror tunnels are 'death traps'

Southern Command head warns Gaza terrorists after destroying tunnel: 'Any terrorist who goes into a tunnel descends into a death trap.'

Rocket explodes in Sderot

Rocket fired from Gaza explodes in the city of Sderot. No injuries reported.

IDF hits Hamas targets in Gaza

Israeli aircraft attack two terrorist targets in Gaza, hours after rocket fire on southern Israel.

IDF hits Gaza after rocket attacks

Israeli airstrikes, tank fire hit terrorist positions in Gaza Strip hours after rockets land in Israel.

Rockets hit southern Israel

Two rockets fired from Gaza Strip hit southern Israel Thursday evening.

Arabs riot in eastern Jerusalem

Violent clashes taking place in area of Jerusalem's Old City, Hevron, and the Gaza border.

Clashes expected in Judea, Samaria and on Gaza border

Hamas calls to follow Friday prayers with clashes with IDF and police forces, says US Jerusalem embassy move would cross 'every red line'.

Gaza: 'A very serious attack'

Islamic Jihad pounds IDF position with mortar fire, prompting airstrikes, tank fire in response. 'This is just the beginning.'

Hamas and Fatah delay Gaza handover

Hamas and Fatah agree to postpone the handover of Gaza from Hamas to Fatah amid continued disagreements over reconciliation.

Defense Minister may compensate Gaza Belt farmers

Defense Ministry examines possibility of compensating farmers ordered to stop working during security incidents along Gaza border.

Hamas refuses to disarm

Terror group which rules Gaza refuses PA demand to disarm as part of reconciliation with Fatah, says weapons needed to attack Israelis.

PA official: We don't control more than 5% of Gaza

PA's Hussein al-Sheikh claims Hamas is preventing the PA from taking control of Gaza despite reconciliation agreement. Hamas: Not true.

Islamic Jihad 'determined' to retaliate for tunnel explosion

Senior Islamic Jihad leader: We're not afraid of Israel. We reserve the right to respond to blowing up of tunnel.

Hamas sets conditions

Hamas official refuses to comply with Palestinian Authority's demand to disarm Gaza militias.

Liberman: Situation in Gaza still tense

Defense Minister meets heads of the local councils in the Gaza Belt, says IDF remains on high alert after blowing up terror tunnel.

Attempt to smuggle dangerous materials into Gaza foiled

Security forces foil attempt to smuggle liquid for mass production of explosives to Gaza terrorists.

Family of missing soldier: Government's negligence revealed

Hadar Goldin's family slams government response that Cabinet's decision to deny visits to Hamas prisoners not implemented.

Nasrallah admits: We sent weapons to Gaza

Hezbollah leader admits the group transferred advanced weapons to Gaza, including Russian-made Kornet missiles.

UN envoy warns against 'devastating' conflict in Gaza

UN's Middle East envoy backs Fatah-Hamas reconciliation, warns of conflict in Gaza if reconciliation fails.

'Time for UN to take on Hamas kidnappers'

Israeli Ambassador to UN joins family of Israeli man taken captive by Hamas terror organization, calls on UN to force Hamas to set him free.

Islamic Jihad:

'Response to Israeli 'crime' will be coordinated with Hamas'

Islamic Jihad official says the organization plans to respond to Israeli blowing up of terror tunnel.

'Anyone who tries to harm us will face a harsh response'

Public Security Minister tours south, receives updates on police readiness for possible infiltration by Gaza terrorists.

Iron Dome battery placed near Tel Aviv

Dan region one of the regions protected by Iron Dome as IDF prepares for retaliation by Gaza terrorists for destruction of terror tunnel.

'Multipurpose' items from Ali Express nabbed en route to Gaza

Terrorists try to sneak fighting equipment past border crossing under guise of innocent orders from online shopping site.

Greenblatt: Islamic Jihad's provocations harm Gazans

Trump's special representative for international negotiations criticizes Islamic Jihad over its threats against Israel.

Increased alertness:

IDF places Iron Dome batteries in center of country

Batteries deployed in case Islamic Jihad, other Gaza terrorist groups, retaliate for destruction of terror tunnel.

Will Israel increase electricity supply to Gaza?

PA official reveals there are contacts with Israel in an effort to improve the supply of electricity in Gaza.

'Say no to leftist demand to return terrorists' bodies'

MK Avi Dichter calls on Supreme Court to reject petition by Arab NGO Adalah to return bodies of terrorists killed in terror tunnel.

'We will respond with force and determination'

Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories warns Gaza groups: Israel will respond to any retaliation for destruction of tunnel.

PA Chairman: Two-state solution is in danger

At ceremony commemorating Yasser Arafat's death, PA Chairman Abbas says two-state solution is in danger, promises not to give up on Gaza.

First pineapple farm opens in Gaza

Fruit chosen for low water needs as Gaza suffers from water crisis under Hamas misrule.

Thousands celebrate Arafat's terror legacy across PA, Gaza

Arch-terrorist's memory alive and well in Palestinian Authority, as thousands turn out to celebrate his anti-Israel legacy.

Watch: Hundreds pray at Western Wall for IDF soldiers' return

Mass prayer event held at Western Wall, calling for return of slain IDF soldiers Oron Shaul, Hadar Goldin from Hamas captivity.

Gaza: Authorities foil attempt to smuggle 1.5 tons of tobacco

Crossings Authority supervisors find tobacco hidden in bags of chicken vitamins.