Gaza Region

Israel Denies Anti-Israel Doctor Banned 'For Life'

Mads Gilbert, who supported 9/11 attacks, has been slapped with a ban on entering Israel - but official says reports of a life ban untrue.

Anti-Israel Norweigan Doctor Handed Gaza Life Ban

Israel cites security in blocking Mads Gilbert, co-author of anti-Semitic flap letter who was in Hamas hideout hospital during operation.

Hamas Threatens Violence Unless Gaza is Rehabilitated

Hamas's "military wing" says there will be a "new explosion" unless Israel allows the reconstruction of Gaza.

Gaza Belt Security Officers Won't Be Fired

Defense Minister decides to increase, not decrease, the salaries of 'ravshatz' security officers.

Israeli Officials: Abbas Will Not Enter Gaza for Fear of Hamas

Despite international hopes Fatah will re-take power in Gaza after Op. Protective Edge, Israeli officials say 'Gaza is a trap for Abbas'.

Abbas, Hamas in War of Words over Gaza Explosions

Hamas brands Mahmoud Abbas a liar, after PA head accuses Islamist group of carrying out bomb blasts targeting Fatah officials.

Gaza: One Dead in 'Strange' Explosion at Kerem Shalom

Unclear whether blast at Gaza crossing an accident or attack; dead man identified as 20-year-old Palestinian.

UN Launches Inquiry into 'Israeli Strikes on Gaza Shelters'

UN head Ban Ki-moon announces commission of inquiry to investigate alleged Israeli strikes on Gaza schools during Operation Protective Edge.

IDF Apprehends Two Weapons-Smuggling Boats on Gaza Coast

Four fishermen missing in latest escalation of Hamas's 'marine intifada'; IDF cracking down on weapons smuggling from Egypt.

Musician Peter Gabriel: I'm Not Anti-Israel, I'm Anti-Occupation

Singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel contributes songs to Gaza aid album, says he against "injustice and occupation".

Yaalon: I'll Decide on Gaza Belt Security Officers Soon

Defense Minister talks to Gaza Belt residents and promises that their security will not be adversely affected.

Fatah Cancels Arafat Commemorations in Gaza after Bombings

Tensions reach new heights as official says Hamas refused to provide security for event to mark 10 years since death of Yasser Arafat.

Hamas Forms 'Popular Army' to 'Liberate Palestine'

Hamas announces the creation of a "popular army" in Gaza, says it is ready for a confrontation with Israel.

Gaza Rocket Apparently Strikes Gaza

'Color red' sirens sounded in Eskhol region where a rocket was shot down last Friday - apparently it fell short in Gaza this time.

Venezuela Welcomes Palestinian Students

Venezuela hails arrival of Palestinian Arab students to the country as a sign of its “condemnation of Zionism”.

Dempsey: Israel Tried its Best to Limit Civilian Casualties

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says Israel is not interested in creating civilian casualties in Gaza.

Gaza Allowed to Sell Produce in Judea and Samaria

Ten tons of cucumbers and tons of fresh fish allowed into markets of PA-controlled areas in latest 'gesture.'

Confronting Violence and Abuse With Post-Trauma Workshops

How a Crisis Center for victims of abuse stepped in to help victims of Gaza rocket-fire.

UN Envoy: Gaza Reconstruction Has Begun

UN's Middle East envoy says a program to reconstruct Gaza after this summer's war with Israel has begun.

Israel to Reopen Gaza Border Crossings

Israel will reopen all border crossings, including Erez, as of Tuesday.

Israel Greenlights Coca Cola Factory in Gaza

3,000 Palestinian jobs will be created by factory in Karni industrial area. Israel hopes new factory will spur economic growth.

No international criticism

Watch: Egypt's Gaza Expulsion Won't Pity Muslim Clerics

Egypt quickly destroys over 800 Gaza homes for 'buffer zone' while threatening Muslim leaders, as residents cry 'Egyptian Nakba.'

Venezuela Sends Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Venezuela sends 10 tons of humanitarian aid and medical equipment for Gaza.

Israel to Close Gaza Crossings Following Rocket Attack

Israel will close Erez and Kerem Shalom crossings except for humanitarian cases.

Double standard?

Watch: Egypt Expels Gazans and the World is Silent

Tanks, helicopters and soldiers force Gazans to flee their homes before destroying them - buffer zone evacuation meets no criticism.

'Gaza War Number Four is Just a Matter of Time'

Eshkol Regional head says rocket Friday is sign of coming rockets on Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, as effects of operation slip away.

Rocket Fired from Gaza Towards Eshkol Region

IDF tracking systems detect rocket fire from Gaza towards Eshkol. Rocket likely exploded in Gaza.

Haniyeh: We'll Fight Israel Over Temple Mount

Hamas leader threatens to fight Israel and not allow it to do as it pleases on the Temple Mount.

Egypt Gives Gazans 48 Hours to Evacuate

As part of its "buffer zone plan", Egypt has ordered residents living along the country's eastern border with Gaza to evacuate.

Details Emerge on Egypt's Gaza 'Expulsion Plan'

Details emerge of buffer zone with Gaza, including relocation of residents from border; Sisi justifies as 'war of existence' after attacks.

Gaza Truce Talks Postponed Until Late November

Chief PA negotiator says delay due to Egyptian closure of border with Gaza declared after state of emergency instated in Sinai.

Egypt to Create Buffer Zone with Gaza

Due to Friday's attack, claiming the lives of 31 soldiers, President Sisi plans to expand the buffer zone on border between Gaza and Sinai.

Hamas: Israel Will Pay if Gaza is Not Rehabilitated

Khalil al-Haya, a member of Hamas’s political bureau, says Gazans "will blow up the region" if the territory isn't rehabilitated.

Gaza Infiltrator Arrested 500 Meters Inside Israel

Man picked up breaking through the border in Eshkol Regional Council area, after similar events foiled last month.

UN Chief to Investigate Attacks on UN Facilities in Gaza

Ban Ki-moon announces investigation into attacks on UN's Gaza facilities and the use of UN sites to store weapons.

Bereaved Father: Why Are We Treating Haniyeh's Daughter?

Ofer Mendelovich, who lost his son Oz in Gaza, wonders why Israel is "so stupid" to treat Haniyeh's daughter in a Tel Aviv hospital.

Ya'alon: No Gaza Rehabilitation if Hamas Rebuilds Tunnels

Meeting with UN chief, Defense Minister makes clear that Israel will stop Gaza's rehabilitation process if Hamas keeps building tunnels.

Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations to Resume Next Week

Hamas says Israeli and Palestinian Arab negotiators are to resume talks on a durable Gaza ceasefire next week in Cairo.

New 'Gesture': Gazans Visit Jailed Terrorist Relatives

After 500 Gazans pray on Temple Mount, and building materials sent despite terror tunnel construction, Israel makes another 'gesture.'

Hamas Blasts Fatah Over Failure to Rehabilitate Gaza

Hamas urges PA to facilitate the entry of construction material into Gaza, says it is frustrated that unity government isn't functioning.

Hamas: Israel Holding Bodies of Two of Our Members

Palestinian source tells Turkish news agency that Israel is holding the bodies of two Hamas members killed during Protective Edge.

Marine Intifada? Skirmishes Rise Along Gaza Coast

Fisherman bait Israeli naval forces along 6-km nautical border, officers say - and may be looking to reel in intelligence, not food.

Egyptian Soldiers Killed in Gaza Tunnel Collapse

Officers among the dead after smuggling tunnel from Hamas-run Gaza collapses during demolition operation.

IDF Commander Says Hamas Terror Tunnels Still Remain

IDF Gaza Division commander reveals IDF was caught off guard by number of attack tunnels into Israel; political echelon delayed action.

Arab League Chief to Head 'Solidarity Mission' to Gaza

Nabil al-Arabi to lead delegation to Hamas-run strip later this month as foreign donations set to begin.

Islamic Jihad Head Praises Iran Role in Gaza War Against Israel

Ramadan Shallah says 'victory' against Israel during summer's Operation Protective Edge due to Iranian support.

Hamas Official: Ceasefire Talks to Resume This Month

Senior member of Hamas says talks between Israel and the Palestinian Arab factions on cementing ceasefire agreement will resume in Cairo.

Proposal: Work Permits in Exchange for Destroyed Hamas Missiles

Proposal is raised to make Israeli work permits for Gazans contingent upon destruction of still-intact Hamas missiles.

UN Chief Tours Hamas Terror Tunnel, Calls for Peace Talks

While saying he was 'shocked' by tunnels, Ban calls for talks leading to 'harmony' with terror group that has restarted tunnel digging.

'Hamas Will be Able to Use Global Aid for Terror Tunnels'

Israeli security source reveals transfer of Gaza crossings to PA will actually help Hamas attack Israel and build terror tunnels.

UN Chief Says 'Occupation' is to Blame for Gaza War

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Gaza hostilities were caused by a "restrictive occupation that has lasted almost half a century".

What Happened to the Demilitarization of Gaza?

Netanyahu's demand that Gaza's rehabilitation be linked to its demilitarization is completely ignored at donors' conference.

Ban Ki Moon to Visit Gaza Tuesday; Qatar Donates $1 Billion

Mega-conference on 'rebuilding Gaza' hailed as victory by Hamas as int'l aid money pours in; FM: no rebuilding without Israel's consent.

UNRWA Asks for Record $1.6 Billion to 'Rebuild Gaza'

UN-funded organization known for housing Hamas's rocket arsenal asks for 'unprecedented' aid money - but to what end?

US Praises Hamas-Fatah Unity Meeting as 'Positive Step'

Despite initially claiming Hamas not part of unity govt., White House now glows over Gaza meeting with Hamas.

Palestinian Unity Cabinet to Convene in Gaza

The first full meeting of the cabinet of the Hamas-Fatah government is scheduled for Thursday in Gaza.

ISIS has reached Gaza?

ISIS Claims Attack on French Cultural Center in Gaza

Declaration claims ISIS's first ever attack in Gaza on 'center of heresy' with 200 kg explosive, as Hamas tries to hush up blast.

Bravery under fire

IDF Special Ops Unit's Heroism in Gaza Revealed

Commanders in Duvdevan unit tell of daring rescue to prevent abduction in fierce fighting of Operation Protective Edge.

Kerry Urged to Investigate Misuse of UNRWA Facilities in Gaza

Congressman Brian Higgins and Representative Doug Collins call to investigate use of UNRWA facilities to maintain rocket stockpiles.

Kerry to Participate in Gaza Rebuilding Conference

Secretary of State John Kerry to take part in a conference on rebuilding Gaza, scheduled to be held in Cairo next week.