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IDF Soldier Selflessly Pursued Terrorists in Gaza Tunnel

The son of olim from New York is the soldier who provided the IDF with the findings that enabled to determine the death of Lt. Hadar Goldin.

Hamas Accepts 72-Hour Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman says the group accepts an Egyptian proposal for a 72-hour ceasefire. Israeli official: We'll be watching.

Drivers Asked to Exercise Caution as IDF Leaves Parts of Gaza

Traffic police have asked drivers to drive with care as large military vehicles ply Israel's roads. Gaza Op is not over, say leaders.

Yaalon: War Will Continue Until Quiet is Restored

Speaking Monday, Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon said that Operation Protective Edge is not over.

Hamas Calls for '3 Day Uprising' During Ceasefire

Reports said that Hamas agreed to a 3 day ceasefire - but Hamas has also called for rioting by Arabs in Judea and Samaria on those days.

Hamas Reveals Footage of Homemade Sniper Rifle

'Ghoul' rifle allegedly has two-kilometer range, terrorists say - and may have already been used against IDF soldiers.

Liberman Calls to Hand Gaza Over to UN

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman says 'several options' are on the table for Gaza - including leaving it to the international community.

Hamas Demands UN 'Apologize' for Demanding Soldier's Release

The UN 'owes an apology to Palestinians' for demanding the return of presumed-kidnapped IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, Hamas claims.

Hamas: We Don't Trust Israeli Ceasefire

Hamas spokesman: Israel's announcement of a humanitarian ceasefire "an attempt to divert the attention from Israeli massacres".

Imam Blasts Hamas for Using Civilians as Human Shields

French-Moroccan Imam says Gazans are caught between Israel's bombardments and Hamas's abuse.

'We Don't Target Israeli Civilians', Claims Hamas

Hamas claims that when it fires rockets onto Israel, it never deliberately targets civilians, only military targets.

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How Will it End? Bibi's Unenviable Choice

Israel's former security adviser says that with the destruction of Gaza's tunnels almost complete, the gov't faces a crucial decision.

London Calls for Ceasefire, Claims UK 'Deeply Disturbed' by War

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond urges unconditional truce in Gaza, saying UK is 'deeply disturbed' media coverage of operation.

Hamas Delegation Arrives in Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Israel rejects new negotiations, noting Hamas has broken five ceasefire deals in 27 days; Egypt pushes truce for 'real peace.'

Minister Urges IDF to Finish Hamas, Prevent Escalation

Uzi Landau fires at claims that the operation in Gaza is nearly done, warns that Hamas may have chemical weapons next time around.

Watch: IDF Forces Expose Tunnel, Destroy Booby Trapped Building

Videos give an inside glimpse to the IDF's search-and-destroy process in Gaza.

UN Chief Calls for Immediate Release of Kidnapped Soldier

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon demands that an Israeli soldier captured in Gaza be released immediately.

Watch: Reporter Confirms Hamas Fires Rockets from Hospital

A Finnish reporter confirms on camera that Hamas fires rockets at Israel from the Shifa hospital in Gaza.

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.