Hamas

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.

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.

Breaking news

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.