Hamas

Ground Op. Still on Hold as Israel Seeks to Establish Deterrence

IDF hoping to avoid ground operation as Israeli Air Force seeks to inflict enough damage to keep Hamas busy for a long time.

Akunis: Cease-fire Under Our Terms, Not Hamas'

MK Ofir Akunis said that Israel had no plans to stop its attacks against Gaza terrorists, and would continue to fight.

Egyptian Broadcaster: We Should Help Fight Hamas

Egyptians are no fans of Hamas, and a top Egyptian TV personality on Sunday called for Cairo to join in the battle to rout the terror group.

Operation Protective Edge

Netanyahu Reassures: IDF 'Prepared for All Possibilities'

Binyamin Netanyahu vows to continue pummeling terrorists in weekly Cabinet meeting; calls on int'l community to recognize Iran's role.

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Northern Gaza

Senior Hamas commander, terrorist targets eliminated in strike after IDF warns civilians of upcoming raid.

International Calls for Cease-fire Intensify

France joins calls for Israel to show 'restraint' in Gaza operation, Hamas ceasefire, despite reports of disinterest on both sides.

Minister Presents Detailed Plan for Israel to Stop Aid to Gaza

Plan to include establishment of international waypoint, artificial 'island', and full border between Israel and Gaza.

Report: Hamas, Not Israel, Rejected Cease-Fire

Sources say Hamas offered 40-hour ceasefire last week, but rejected it; Cairo working quietly for ceasefire despite contrary reports.

Morning Rockets Spark Blaze in Eshkol Region

Nine rockets fired at Israel Sunday morning; firefighters rush to contain blaze at impact site.

Watch: Bennett Shows Hamas-Fired Rocket on US TV

'Imagine that this was fired on your neighborhood, on your children's schools - or even your own home,' Bennett demonstrates.

IDF Warns Gazans of Upcoming IAF Strikes

Leaflets warn civilians to steer clear of specific streets ahead of 'short' assault on terror targets.

Security Council Calls for End to Gaza Hostilities

Security Council urges Israel and Hamas to respect "international humanitarian laws" and stop the loss of life.

Watch: IDF Calls Off Airstrike After Seeing Children Near Target

The Israel Air Force called off an airstrike in Gaza on Thursday when the pilot realized that children were near his target.

Liberman: Time to Put an End to Hamas's Rule Over Gaza

Foreign Minister says that an aerial operation is not enough to complete the goal of ending Hamas's rule in Gaza.

IAF Hits Rocket Launcher, Hamas Gathering in Gaza

Latest Israeli airstrikes target launcher used to fire rockets at Tel Aviv and a gathering of Hamas terrorists in Gaza City.

Hamas Hebrew Propaganda Vows to 'Annihilate the Zionists'

'Traditional' song by Hamas 'military wing' against Israel calls on Palestinian Arabs to 'exterminate' Israeli 'cockroaches.'

Erdogan Slams Israeli 'Lies' Over Hamas Aggression

Turkish Prime Minister calls Israel 'cruel' in anti-Semitic tirade, hours after threaten to stop the normalization process.

Egypt Slams 'Oppressive' IDF Operation

'Peace partner' calls for international pressure for ceasefire in operation on 'occupied Palestinian territory' of Gaza.

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UN Human Rights Commissioner Attacks Israel Over Self-Defense

UN Human Rights Commissioner accuses Israel of 'breaching international law' in stopping Gaza attacks.

Leftist NGOs Call for End to Defense Operation

Motley crew of NGOs - some explicitly linked to anti-Israel activity - call for ceasefire, ask international community to intervene.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Chief of Staff Says Hamas 'Made a Big Mistake'

Benny Gantz says IDF ready to expand operation; Gaza has to choose 'either calmness or catastrophe.'

US Bill to Offer $5 Million Reward for Tips on Teens' Abduction

Republican representative, senator advance legislation to right the US's inaction during the abduction, by helping solve the boys' murder.

Hamas 'Hopes' For an IDF Ground Assault

Hamas spokesperson releases video statement, says terror group has only used a small portion of its arsenal.

Sirens Heard in Haifa and Carmel Coast Region

Sirens heard in Haifa and throughout the northern Israeli coast. Hamas claims to have fired a missile towards the area.

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu, Offers to Mediate Ceasefire

President Obama speaks to Prime Minister Netanyahu, says he is worried that fighting with Hamas could escalate.

State Department: Hamas is Responsible for Civilian Casualties

State Department spokeswoman reminds reporters that Israel is defending itself against endless rocket attacks by Hamas.

Watch: Hamas Sings 'Blow up Tel Aviv' on TV

Hamas releases a music video encouraging continued rocket fire as it rains salvo after salvo on coastal Israel.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

IDF Official: Hamas Embedding Itself in Schools, Hospitals

Senior IDF source tells Arutz Sheva a ground invasion is all but inevitable as a result of Hamas's callous use of human shields.

Deputy FM Tells Ambassadors of Hamas War Crimes

Tzachi Hanegbi holds conference for foreign ambassadors, notes 'double war crime' of firing on civilians from civilian centers.

Israel Ambassador Sounds Siren at UN

Ambassador Prosor plays sound of siren into microphone, as John Kerry calls for de-escalation, Ban Ki-Moon demands ceasefire.

ISIS Spokesman Explains Why 'Islamic State' Not Supporting Hamas

Spokesman for radical jihadi group says the time is not right for a confrontation with Israel.

Hamas Blames John Kerry for Gaza Operation

A Hamas spokesperson said that John Kerry was responsible for deaths in Gaza, because he 'allowed' Israel to defend itself.

Operation Protective Edge: Day 3

After Tel Aviv, Hamas Targets Central Plain Cities

Hamas terrorists fired rockets at Ramle, Lod, and Yavne, among other communities. Missiles fired to coincide with morning commute.

Despite Ongoing Rocket Fire, Israel Transfers Aid to Gaza

Israel allows hundreds of trucks of food and supplies into Gaza to avert humanitarian crisis, as Hamas uses human shields.

Analysis: Egypt Takes Back Seat as Israel Pounds Gaza Terrorists

Hamas launched escalation hoping to benefit from subsequent ceasefire negotiations as it has previously - but this time, that won't work.

Human shields

Seeking Human Shields, Hamas Tells Gazans to Ignore IDF Warnings

Assuming Israel will not bomb buildings with civilians inside, Hamas orders Gazans not to evacuate when the army calls.

Bennett: Hamas is Responsible for Civilian Deaths in Gaza

If Gaza civilians are dying, it's due to the fact that Hamas is using them as human shields, Jewish Home party head tells Al-Jazeera.

Egypt Opens Gaza Border Crossing as IAF Offensive Continues

Egypt eases its blockade on Hamas-ruled territory to let injured Gazans through; Israel hits more than 750 terror targets.

Official: Hamas Holding Out for 'High-Quality' Terror Attack

Defense Ministry official Amos Gilad said that Hamas was ready for a cease-fire, but wants to make one big 'score' to claim 'victory.'

Rand Paul: Via PA, US May Be Funding Hamas

At least some of the money the US giving to the PA each year is making its way to Hamas, says a US Senator

IDF: Hamas Commanders Now Homeless

The IDF smashed Hamas infrastructure and destroyed the homes of terrorist commanders overnight Wednesday.

Watch: Hamas Spokesman Encourages Using Civilians as Shields

In a video released by the IDF, Hamas spokesman is heard encouraging Gazans to continue volunteering to be human shields.

Amidror: Only Retaking Gaza Can Fully Stop Rockets

Former Israeli National Security Adviser estimates that the only to completely stop the rocket fire from Gaza is to retake the region.

Kerry Urges Netanyahu and Abbas to Exercise Restraint

Secretary of State holding talks with Mideast leaders in a bid to halt escalating violence.

Arab Envoys Urge Security Council to Discuss Gaza

Arab envoys request an urgent Security Council session on the situation in Gaza.

Egypt Urges Calm, But Unlikely to Mediate Ceasefire

Egyptian gov't calls on Israel and Hamas to 'deescalate' - but won't be coming to the Islamist group's rescue as it has in the past.

Watch: Israeli Navy Eliminates Hamas Infiltrators

New footage illustrates role of naval forces in preventing an attack by Hamas terrorists who infiltrated the border by sea.

Operation Protective Edge

Rockets Strike as Far North as Haifa

Hamas's rockets reach furthest point yet, landing in the sea near Haifa 165 kilometers (102 miles) from Gaza; one hurt in Zikhron Ya'akov.

Operation Protective Edge to Ensure 'Zero Rockets on Israel'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett praises public, IDF for efforts - but adds that 'defense does not win wars.'

Abbas's Fatah Declares it Shares 'One Goal' With Hamas

Abbas's faction reveals its full support for Hamas rocket terror war, saying the two groups and Islamic Jihad are 'brothers-in-arms.'

Operation Protective Edge

Ya'alon Says Operation Will Expand in Coming Days

Defense minister states IDF will step up the operation, striking Hamas 'from the air, sea and land.'

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Minister Demands Israel Liquidate Hamas Leadership

Katz calls to 'crush the snake's head'; MK Yishai says Gaza weapons technology must be 'sent back 40 years' to defend Israel.

Minister Campaigns to Cut Electricity to Gaza

Israel's electricity and fuel allow Hamas to launch their rockets on Israeli citizens, Danny Danon notes.

Jordan Demands Israel Stop 'Barbaric' Operation

'Peace partner' condemns defensive operation, not hundreds of rockets raining on Israel; follows Turkish condemnation.

US Embassy Cuts Hours, Raises Alert Due to Rocket Fire

Rocket attacks on Tel Aviv prompt warnings to US citizens; embassy staff advised to stay at home.

Operation Protective Edge

Five Rockets Shot Down by Iron Dome over Tel Aviv

IDF takes out 160 targets overnight, links long-range missile attack with rockets on Klos C weapons ship from Iran.

Video: Hamas Terrorists Infiltrate Israel and are Neutralized

Watch: IDF soldiers eliminate four Hamas terrorists who infiltrated Israel by sea.

Expert: Israel Can Change the Rules of the Game

Ground offensive in Gaza may not be necessary, says former head of the Counter Terrorism Bureau.

Bennett: We'll Do Everything to Defend Our People

“We’re at the forefront of the free world and we’re going to do everything to protect our people,” says Jewish Home head in TV interview.

120 Rockets Fired at Israel During Day 1 of Operation

Some 120 rockets from Gaza fired at Israel on the first day of the IDF’s Operation Protective Edge.