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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.

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.

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.

Half of Arabs Say Jerusalem Clashes Mean War

Poll in eastern Jerusalem, Gaza, Judea and Samaria reveals 75% miss Arafat, 90% think Sweden set off recognition trend.

'Unity partners'?

Fatah Homes in Gaza Bombed Ahead of Arafat Rally

Senior Fatah members' homes were bombed overnight, leading unity PM Hamdallah to cancel visit; Hamas denies involvement.

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.

Ya'alon Outlaws Jerusalem 'Charity' Over Assistance to Hamas

Defense Minister outlaws the "Jerusalem for Development" charity, cites its operations to assist Hamas in eastern Jerusalem.

Hamas Welcomes Gush Etzion Terrorist Attack

Hamas says hit-and-run attack in Gush Etzion “is proof that the Palestinian resistance continues”.

Hamas Leaders Full of Praise for Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Hamas official echoes Mahmoud Abbas's call for Palestinians to use 'all means' to oppose Israeli presence on Temple Mount.

Amnesty International Report is 'Terrorist Propaganda'

Report claiming IDF 'war crimes' slammed by Israel for 'no evidence,' NGO Monitor notes group has 'radical ideological agenda.'

Game Encourages Children to 'Liberate Palestine' with Violence

“Liberation of Palestine” video game encourages Palestinian Arab children to use violence to eliminate Israel.

Hamas Leader's Sister Hospitalized in Israel

Despite Liberman's anger over Haniyeh's daughter getting Israeli treatment, Moussa Abu Marzouk's sister also being treated in Israel.

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.

Gaza Wage War Partially Quelled; 24,000 Civil Servants Paid

Civil servants paid, but military and security personnel still waits, in latest bid to dispel tensions in precarious 'unity government.'

Egypt Says Hamas Provided Weapons for Lethal Sinai Attack

As Egypt is poised to implement buffer zone plan expelling Gazans from border, security sources say Hamas behind Friday carnage.

UNRWA-Hamas Symbiosis Detailed in New Film

In UNRWA Goes to War, journalist David Bedein shows how UNRWA schools serve the interests of Hamas. But is anyone listening?

Selling out Israel for Iran?

Officials Reveal US is Cozying Up to Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas

US and Arab officials reveal Obama administration's about-face, including backdoor communication and intelligence cooperation.

Israel: UN Must Declare Hamas a Terror Organization

Israel’s UN Mission in New York is starting to go on the counter-attack against Hamas.

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.

Hamas Attempts Eighth Rocket Test since Op. Protective Edge

For the third time in four days, Hamas has launched test rockets into Mediterranean Sea. IDF sources confirm high frequency of the tests.

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.

Hamas Official Declares Intifada in Jerusalem

Hamas official Mahmoud Zahar says PA forces 'suppress intifada against Israeli aggression,' calls Jerusalem violence 'the solution.'

Cairo Talks on Monday Despite Hamas Terror Attack in Jerusalem

Indirect Cairo negotiations to resume according to Islamic Jihad terror leader, days after Hamas terrorist murders baby.

'Next Time We Won't Treat Haniyeh's Daughter'

Liberman responds to Hamas leader's praise of Jerusalem terrorist who killed a baby; Ecuadorian seminary girl still fighting for her life.

Mashaal: Deif is Alive - but We Won't Show You the Proof

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal claims the group has proof that "military leader" Mohammed Deif is alive.

Listen to Hamas

Hamas Welcomes Baby's Murder in J'lem Attack

'This is a natural response to the crimes of the occupation and invasion of Jews in our land,' Hamas spokesman says.

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.'

World Ignores as Hamas Boasts of Continued Tunnel-Digging

As world donates billions, Hamas journal reports from inside a terror tunnel destroyed during operation but currently being rebuilt.

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.

Palestinian State Recognition: The Unfolding Disaster

Abbas Calls to Stop Jews Visiting Temple Mount Using 'All Means'

Palestinian Authority leader encourages continued violence at Judaism's holiest site, calls Jewish visitors 'settlers'.

Egyptian Soldiers Killed in Gaza Tunnel Collapse

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

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.

Hamas and Hezbollah 'Unity' in Clandestine Beirut Meeting

In unofficial meeting senior official from Gaza and Hezbollah leaders come together - as Israel hatred overcomes differences.

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 Says Terror Swap With Israel 'Very Soon'

Hamas terrorist from Jerusalem says 'good omens' coming - hundreds of jailed terrorists freed for fallen IDF soldiers.

PA and Hamas Say UK 'Palestine' Vote Not Enough

PA demands UK turn non-binding vote on Palestinian state into official policy, Hamas says motion only 'symbolic.'

No Patience in Egypt: 68 Palestinian Arabs Deported Back to Gaza

Egyptian crackdown on Hamas extends to private citizens, as exiles from the poverty-stricken region are turned away.

Rivlin to Ban: Israel's Security First

Israeli President defends Israel's right to self-defense to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, says onus is on Palestinians to disarm.

'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.

Hamas Threatens Jews to Leave Israel - Or Else

'We will not keep you [Jews] in our country,' Hamas political official warns, ahead of Cairo conference.

MK Feiglin: 'Hamas and ISIS Control the Temple Mount'

"Hamas and ISIS control the Temple Mount; police not arresting terrorists in the heart of the capital," said MK Moshe Feiglin.

Hamas: More War Unless Int'l Community Pressures Israel

Gaza spokesman warns international community that it will 'explode' if 'Israeli siege' not lifted.

Arab Bank Submits Retrial on Hamas Funding

After ruling finds Jordan-based bank liable on 24 Hamas terrorist attacks, bank claims 'dizzying amount of evidence' caused mistakes.

Shameful: Hamas Retweets Hareidi Anti-IDF 'Pig' Cartoon

Posters portraying religious soldiers as pigs drawn up by Jewish anti-Zionists - and happily endorsed by their Islamist counterparts.

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?

Hamas Vows Fight to 'Last Drop of Blood' on Temple Mount Friday

Despite Israel's 'gesture' letting 500 Gazans pray on holy site - where Jews forbidden to pray - Hamas calls for Muslim violence.

'Shalit Deal 2'?

Hamas Says Prisoner Swap Deal with Israel is Imminent

Hamas official reveals Egypt said 'Shalit Deal 2' talks for IDF fallen to start soon separate from truce talks; Gaza prepares to celebrate.

Hamas and Fatah Meet in Gaza: 'The Division is Over'

First PA unity government meeting held in Gaza, as PA tries to convince world donors requested $4 billion won't go to terror.

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.

Hamas: from West Bank, We Can Destroy Israel Quickly

If it could transfer some forces to Judea and Samaria, says a leader, Hamas would finish Israel with lightning speed.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket into Sea in Apparent Test

Over a month after operation ends and ahead of renewed truce talks, Gaza busy improving its rocket capabilities.

Gantz Warns Hezbollah: 'We Can Hit You Like Gaza'

IDF Chief of Staff sums up Gaza operation, warns Israel is 'next in line' for enemies in Lebanon, Sinai, Syria and Iran.

IDF Chief: Hamas Mastermind Deif Still 'Out There Somewhere'

Was Mohammed Deif killed during Operation Protective Edge? Not necessarily, said IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz.