Hamas

Kerry Demands Hamas Release Kidnapped IDF Soldier

Secretary of State condemns Hamas's violation of ceasefire, calls for release of Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin.

Obama Calls on Hamas to Release Abducted Soldier

Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin "needs to be unconditionally released as soon as possible", says Obama.

Arab Rioter Killed in Samaria as Hamas Calls for 'Intifada'

Injuries, arrests as Arab extremists clash with security forces in Samaria and Jerusalem.

White House Condemns 'Barbaric' Breach of Truce by Hamas

US slams breach of Gaza truce in which IDF soldier feared abducted; talks over long-term ceasefire suspended.

Israel Should End Hamas Rule in Gaza

US to Pressure Israel, Hamas into Extending Truce

Deputy Secretary of State William Burns to travel to Cairo, push for extension of 72-hour 'humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Attacks 120 Terror Targets Overnight

Targets include Islamic Jihad operations room, key rocket launchers; soldiers wait on the ready in event ceasefire breaks.

Hamas Agrees to 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the movement agrees to 72-hour ceasefire, provided that Israel observes it as well.

Hamas Fires Rockets Following Ceasefire Announcement

Salvo of rockets fired towards Shfela region. Iron Dome intercepts two.

As War Rages, Nine Years Since Gush Katif Expulsion to be Marked

Event to mark nine-years since Gaza ethnically-cleansed of Jewish population, as warnings of Hamas takeover now painfully clear.

IDF Eliminates Tunnel Terorrists in Israel, Gaza

Hamas continues to use tunnels to attack Israelis; on Thursday, troops eliminated another terrorist who tried to do just that.

Turkish 'Humanitarian Aid' to Gaza: Ball-Bearings, Cement Mixers

Is Turkey supporting war against Israel? Customs officials seize 'humanitarian' aid, fear suspicious cargo destined for Hamas.

Son of Hamas Founder: Israel Needs to Finish Off Hamas

In a TV interview, Mosab Hassan Yousef said that the only way to save the lives of Gazan civilians was to destroy Hamas.

Despite Risks, PA Says Its Ready to Join ICC

While the PA could pursue claims against Israel, Israel could do the same against the PA - and make a better case, many legal experts say.

IDF Calls Another 16,000 Reserve Soldiers to Service

In what may be a sign that the IDF operation in Gaza is expanding, 16,000 more reservists are being called up for service.

Harper: Hamas is Responsible for Loss of Life in Gaza

Canada's Prime Minister says Hamas - not Israel - should be blamed for the heavy loss of civilian life in Gaza.

Senate Passes Resolution Supporting Israel

Senate passes a resolution that states the its support of Israel’s right to defend itself from Hamas rocket attacks.

Top Hamas Official: Jews Use Blood in their Passover Matzos

Hamas official claims Israelis "kill children", links this with the claim that Jews use the blood of non-Jews to make matzah for Passover.

PLO: US Backs Hamas in Ceasefire Talks

PA officials accuse John Kerry of plot to 'get rid of the PLO,' back Muslim Brotherhood through Hamas; Abbas said to be 'furious'.

Hamas Training in Malaysia for 'Advanced' Terror Attacks

Shin Bet: apprehended Hamas leader reveals elaborate plot for abduction, including paragliding training.

Hamas Calls on Hezbollah to Join 'Resistance' Against Israel

Hamas spokesperson reportedly urges Hezbollah to 'open the Lebanese front,' as IDF operation in Gaza expands.

Watch: Battles Rage as Troops Locate Tunnels, Rocket Launchers

Combined IDF forces take the battle to Islamist terrorists in Gaza.

Italian Reporter Reveals Hamas Cover-Up Over Misfired Rockets

Journalist backs IDF version of missile strike on school playground, says Hamas rockets went astray. But it's just the tip of the iceberg.

Hamas Arch-Terrorist: No Ceasefire Until Siege Ends

In a rare audio message, the head of Hamas’s “military wing” reiterates the group's conditions for a ceasefire.

Hamas Spells it Out: Our Aim is the Extermination of the Jews

In sermon from central Gaza Strip Hamas cleric says his group aims to 'totally exterminate' every last Jew in Israel.

Finance Minister Lapid: Hamas is Holding Gazan Civilians Hostage

Minister Yair Lapid demands 'demilitarization' of Gaza, says Israel can afford a long-term military operation to defeat Hamas.

Watch: Hamas Activists Attack Reporter in Miami

Hamas activists make clear threats against Jewish reporter in incident virtually uncovered by mainstream media.

New York: 15,000 Rally in Support for Israel

Thousands gather in midtown Manhattan to show collective support for Israel, after pro-Palestinian protest was launched over the weekend.

North Korea Denies it Helps Hamas and Hezbollah

North Korea denounces allegations it supplied missiles to Hamas and material support to Hezbollah as "sheer fiction".

Mashaal: We Fight the Occupiers, Not the Jews

Hamas leader says he is willing to co-exist with anyone, including Jews, but not with "the occupiers".

Israeli Aircraft Hit Home of Hamas Leader Haniyeh

Israeli aircraft hit the home of Hamas's former PM Ismail Haniyeh.

Gantz to Residents of Gaza: Stay Away from Hamas

Chief of Staff asks residents of Gaza to stay away from areas in which Hamas operates, so they are not harmed by the IDF’s operations.

Hamas: We Tried to Kidnap a Soldier

Hamas admits it tried to kidnap an IDF soldier in an incident when its terrorists breached the border. The attempt failed.

Kerry: Truce Deal 'Must Lead to the Disarmament of Hamas'

US, EU, UN pressure builds to accept internationally-mediated truce deal, despite heavy rocket fire on Israel.

Poll: Overwhelming Support for IDF Operation, Netanyahu

Most Israeli Jews are 'very satisfied' with the IDF operation in Gaza, Netanyahu's leadership - but still believe in two-state solution.

4 Killed by Mortar; Terrorist Killed after Breaching Border

A house near the Gaza border was directly hit by a mortar shell; terrorists infiltrated into Israel near Nahal Oz. One was eliminated

PA to Send Delegation for Ceasefire Talks

Delegation to include Islamic Jihad, Hamas terrorists; is a cease-fire imminent?

Attorney General Axes Criminal Investigation Against Hanin Zoabi

Deputy Attorney General concludes Zoabi's encouragement of Hamas terror was not 'incitement.'

Rabbis: Soldiers May Eat Meat During 'Nine Days'

Soldiers need their strength, and fighting terrorists to save Jewish lives trumps the custom not to eat meat this week, IDF Rabbis said.

Riots, Rock Throwing Continue Throughout Country

As Hamas continued firing rockets at Israel, Arabs continued rioting in the rest of the country.

Danny Dayan: Obama, Kerry Caused 'Long-Term Damage'

Danny Dayan of the Council of Judea and Samaria said that the Obama administration suffered from a 'perversion of morality'

Despite Cease-Fire Talk, Rockets Continue Falling

Hamas said Monday that it expects Egypt to adjust cease-fire proposals to favor its demands. Meanwhile, it kept up rocket fire at Israel.

Terror Group Threatens to 'Chop Off the Heads of the Jews'

Jews who refuse to leave “Palestine” will be subject to beheading, a Gaza terror group said.

Calls for Israel to 'Use US, EU Flight Bans to its Advantage'

Dr. Aryeh Bachrach has a novel way to deal with the flight bans declared last week by US and EU authorities.

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Asks for Another 'Humanitarian Ceasefire'

Reeling from IAF strikes, Hamas flip-flops once again on truce deal - and allegedly retracts some demands for leverage.

Cleared for Publication

ISA, IDF Eliminate Hamas Weapons Expert

Ismail Mohammed Saadi Aklouk spearheaded efforts to upgrade Hamas's rocket arsenal, introduce drones.

Egyptian Army Destroys 13 Hamas Terror Tunnels

Crackdown on Hamas, Muslim Brotherhood continues as Israel conducts its own terror tunnel operation.

Report: Hamas Losing Palestinian Arab Support in Gaza

Washington Institute study indicates Gazans 'hate Hamas with a passion' and want to see Fatah re-elected.

Report: Hamas to Buy More Rockets From North Korea

Islamist group seeking to replenish depleted stockpiles of rockets, improve ground forces performance in face of IDF operation.

Hamas, Israel Confirm 12-Hour Ceasefire

Israel and Hamas agree to a 12-hour ceasefire in Gaza starting at 8:00 a.m. Saturday.

Two Rockets Intercepted Over Gush Dan

Hamas boasts of 'barrage on Ben-Gurion airport', despite no hits or damage - minutes before Security Cabinet meets on ceasefire.

Watch: Flashmob Simulates Hamas Rocket Attacks in Vienna

Jewish community in Vienna plays siren, ducks for cover in several public squares to raise awareness and show solidarity.

Reports: Humanitarian Cease-Fire Due in 2-3 Days

Varying reports claim US Secretary of State John Kerry is inching closer to a successful truce; Security Cabinet to convene on terms Friday.

Operation Protective Edge

Senior Hamas, Islamic Jihad Terrorists Eliminated

Nine Hamas and Islamic Jihad leaders killed in Gaza as senior officer announces mission is 'close to completion.'

Watch: IDF Paratroopers Foil Attempted Ambush in Gaza

IDF paratroopers explain how they foiled an attempted ambush by terrorists in Gaza.

Iran: We Provided Hamas with Rocket Technology

Iranian parliament speaker boasts that his country provided Hamas with the technology it has used to rain down rockets on Israel.

Kerry Focusing on Humanitarian Ceasefire

U.S. focusing on a week-long humanitarian ceasefire, during which intensive negotiations will tackle other disputes, according to officials.

Rocket Fired at Eilat Area, Possibly Aiming for Ovda Airport

After scoring a near-hit on Ben Gurion Airport, Hamas terrorists were apparently trying to bomb Israel's other airport.

Kerry Reaches out to Hamas Allies to Press Truce

US Secretary of State turns to Islamist-led Qatar and Turkey to help pressure Hamas into accepting a ceasefire with Israel.

Operation Protective Edge

Netanyahu: Gaza Operation to Continue 'At Full Strength'

Prime Minister says IDF has struck a 'significant blow' to Hamas; more than 30 'terror tunnels' located since ground op. began.