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Egyptian Forces Thwart Two Terror Attacks Against Israel

Egyptian security forces eliminated a terrorist who tried to blow himself up near IDF soldiers; disarmed Grad rockets aiming for Israel.

Livni Surprises: No Cease-Fire with Hamas

Justice Minister Livni voices surprisingly strong statement for deterrence, IDF operation in Gaza, says it is a time to eliminate terror.

Liberman Compares Hamas to Nazi Germany

Meeting with UK officials FM says Israel expects 'special understanding,' as London itself was bombed in WWII - and fought back.

Netanyahu: We Cannot Give our Attackers Immunity

Prime Minister tells British Foreign Minister 'all the civilian deaths that are there... are the responsibility of Hamas'.

Khamenei to Palestinian Arabs: Keep Fighting Israel

"The only way to deal with this savage regime is to continue resistance," says Iran's supreme leader.

Lapid: Retaking Gaza is on the Table

"We decided when to start the operation and we will also decide how to move forward," says Finance Minister.

British MP Apologizes for Tweet Supporting Hamas Rocket Attacks

David Ward issues statement condemning Hamas after facing backlash for tweet supporting rocket fire on Israel.

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Hamas Refuses International Cease-Fire Efforts - Again

Hamas refuses to initiate any cease-fire until Israel fully capitulates to its demands, Khaled Meshaal states in public speech.

Hamas Claims Suspended Flights to Israel as a 'Great Victory'

Islamist terrorist group celebrates 'victory' as some airlines suspend travel through Ben Gurion airport due to rocket fire.

President Sisi Defends Egypt's Role in Israel-Gaza Conflict

Egyptian president says his country remains committed to the 'Palestinian cause', as Hamas bitter over ceasefire proposals.

Kuwaiti Cleric to Hamas: No Ceasefire Until They Bow Before Us

A Kuwaiti cleric recently called on Hamas not to agree to a ceasefire until Israel is erased.

Watch: Netanyahu Presents UN Chief with Hamas Rockets

During Ban Ki-moon’s visit to Israel, PM Netanyahu presented him with the rockets and operating methods of Hamas terrorists.

Report: Israeli Airstrike Targets Home of Hamas Arch-Terrorist

Foreign media outlets report that an Israeli airstrike in Gaza targeted the home of arch-terrorist Mohammed Deif.

EU Strongly Condemns Rocket Fire

Israel pleased as EU takes strong stance on Hamas’ rocket fire, use of civilian shields.

Soldier: Terrorists Charged with Babies in Hand

Shocking testimony from hospitalized soldiers reveals extent of Hamas’ use of children as human shields.

Report: Hamas's High Demands Preventing Cease-Fire

'Conditions' for truce even more ridiculous than what was leaked to the media, sources say - and Hamas, not Israel, is stalling.

Israeli Arabs Protest IDF Attack on Hamas Terrorists

Arabs in Jaffa conducted a relatively calm protest Monday, after a much wilder one in Nazareth, over the IDF's operation in Gaza.

PM Excoriates Hamas on International News Channels

Netanyahu brands Hamas 'the enemy of the Palestinian people', says terror organization using aid to 'blow up our kindergartens.'

US Calls for Israel to 'Do More' for Palestinian Civilians

US insists Israel must 'live up to own moral standard' on protecting Palestinians...even when they cooperate with Hamas.

Turkey Declares 'Three Days of Mourning' for Gaza

Deputy Prime Minister calls Operation Protective Edge a 'massacre' in latest anti-Israel move.

Liberman Pushes to Ban Al-Jazeera from Israel

Foreign Minister lashes out at broadcasting network's ties with Muslim Brotherhood, Hamas; says it has 'no semblance of reliability.'

Haniyeh: No Cease-Fire Unless Our Demands Met

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh reiterates that there will be no cease-fire until Israel acquiesces to its demands.

Worker Suspended for Pro-Terror Facebook Post

Tzfat: worker reposted a Hamas message calling Zionists 'the enemy of humanity.'

Report: IDF Destroys Iranian Missiles Meant for Hamas

A weekend report said that Israel destroyed a warehouse in Sudan that contained Iranian missiles, destined for Gaza.

Pro-Palestinian Protests, Propaganda Reach Japan

Latest protest in Tokyo buys into Hamas PR war, claims 'stop the killing in Gaza.'

IDF Photo Shows Rockets Fired From Hospital

The IDF released further evidence Monday of how Hamas was firing rockets at Israel from homes, playgrounds - even hospitals.

Accusations Fly After Report Claims UAE Supports Israel

Al-Jazeera claimed UAE supports Operation Protective Edge, prompting a fiery response from Abu Dhabi.

No to Negotiating With Hamas

MK Regev: We Have No Other Choice

MK Miri Regev sends condolences to the families of the 13 killed soldiers, but stresses that Israel must stop Hamas’s rocket fire.

Bennett: 'Who's Conducting a Disproportionate War?'

In an interview on Sky News, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett gave an interviewer a lesson in what Israelis have been experiencing.

Egyptian Cleric: Hamas Conspiring Against the Palestinian People

Salafi Islamist cleric adds his voice to anti-Hamas sentiment in Egypt, saying the group is plotting against Egypt and the people of Gaza.

Gantz: What Other Army Warns Its Enemies That It's Advancing?

DF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz said that the army was determined to complete its mission of restoring quiet to southern Israel.

Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi Lau Visits Injured Soldiers

Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi David Lau on Sunday visited hospitalized IDF soldiers.

Watch: IDF Blows Up Terror Tunnel

An IDF video shows soldiers destroying one of dozens of Hamas tunnels already discovered in Operation Protective Edge.

Thirteen IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Seven soldiers killed in an APC, three in a burning building. All the incidents were in Shejaiya, Gaza, where the IDF responded furiously.

Netanyahu: Anti-Tunnel Operation to End 'Fairly Soon'

Prime Minister says it is time 'to end the hostilities and then get into a situation where we have a sustainable ceasefire.'

Haniyeh's Sisters Full Israeli Citizens, in Hiding in Negev

Hamas leader's relatives have full citizenship, fled to safe anonymity of the Israeli desert, report reveals.

Widow: Amotz Devoted His Life to IDF

Res. Maj. Amotz Greenberg 'knew he wanted to die as a soldier,' his widow says.

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Rocket Hits Egypt, Rafah Border Crossing

Security official claims rocket hit Egyptian territory 'by mistake.' Could this escalate tensions between Egypt and Hamas?

IDF Works to Destroy 34 Terror Tunnels

Five of the tunnels extend deep into Israel, according to IDF; more than 450 terror targets destroyed.

Hamas Praises Zoabi For Mocking Ground Offensive

Pro-Hamas MK claims Israel begging for a cease-fire; Liberman vows to ban her from Knesset.

France Pushes for Gaza Truce

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius joins international efforts to push for Gaza ceasefire, citing 'high civilian death toll.'

Watch: Hamas Places Civilians in the Line of Fire

IDF releases another video showing how Hamas deliberately puts civilian lives in danger.

EU 'Very Concerned' Over Gaza Violence

European leaders condemn Hamas for firing rockets into Israel but also call on Israel to "act proportionately".

One Woman Injured in Latest Gaza Rocket Salvo

Hamas terrorists fire a large salvo of rockets, target both southern and central Israel.

PA Joins International Effort for Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Mahmoud Abbas to travel to Turkey Friday to push a ceasefire on Hamas; analysts say Egypt looks to PA to push Hamas into deal.

Iranian Leader Encourages Hamas in 'Struggle Against Occupation'

Khaled Mashaal speaks to Iranian Parliament leader Ali Larijani before ground offensive begins, asks entire Arab world to join in.

Zoabi Encourages Uprising Against Israel - on Hamas Website

MK publishes article encouraging all Arab countries to attack Judea-Samaria, uses 'Israel' in quotation marks.

Ministers Express Support for Ground Operation in Gaza

"Hamas left us no choice," says Minister Naftali Bennett.

Mashaal: Israeli Operation Doomed to Fail

Hamas chief declares that Israel's ground operation in Gaza is destined to fail.

Egypt Blames Hamas for Escalation in Gaza

Egypt blames Hamas for the latest escalation in Gaza, but also denounces Israel's ground operation.

Iron Dome Intercepts 8 Rockets in Latest Attack from Gaza

Hamas responds to Israel’s ground operation in Gaza by firing yet another salvo of rockets.

IDF Spokesman: We're Dealing Hamas a Powerful Blow

IDF spokesman calls on the residents of Gaza to stay away from areas in which Israeli troops are operating.

Hamas Threatens Israel: You'll Pay for Ground Operation

Hamas says Israel will pay a "high price" for launching a ground assault on Gaza.

Netanyahu: Hamas Rejected Egypt's Ceasefire

Prime Minister Netanyahu says ground operation in Gaza was ordered after Hamas rejected the ceasefire proposal.

US Warns Israel to be 'More Careful' About Civilian Casualties

State Department urges Israel 'redouble efforts to prevent civilian casualties.' But with Hamas encouraging deaths, what more can be done?

Watch: How the IDF Fights Terror in Gaza

New IDF video details how targeting techniques save civilian lives in Gaza.

Bennett: Time to Turn 'Iron Dome' into 'Iron Fist'

Economics Minister slams Hamas 'cynicism' and 'cowardice,' says its time has run out as Israel prepares a ground offensive.

Hamas Government Praises, Encourages Human Shields

Official statement from Gaza's 'security ministry' urges residents not to leave their homes before airstrikes, despite IDF warnings.

Israel, Hamas Deny BBC Reports on Cease-Fire

Israel on Thursday denied that a cease-fire had been worked out with Hamas, saying that Hamas demands were unrealistic.