Hamas

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.

Watch: Arabs Gather on Temple Mount to Celebrate Rocket Strikes

Crowds of Muslims gather at Al Aqsa mosque to celebrate rockets reaching as far as 'occupied Jerusalem'.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Eliminates Hamas Terrorists Who Breached Gaza Border

Heavily armed Hamas terrorists killed in firefight with IDF after entering by sea on way to nearby kibbutz; one soldier lightly wounded.

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Vows Revenge After Use of Human Shields Goes Awry

Neighbors react to IDF warning by rushing to the scene; Hamas 'ready for long war', says 'all Israelis are targets'.

President Shimon Peres Insists Hamas, Fatah Separate

Peres ignores Hamas-Fatah unity pact in Peace Conference remarks, claims that Palestinian Authority wants peace.

IDF Releases Video Explaining Hamas's Rocket Range

Rockets now capable of harming more than 3.5 million people, IDF notes.

PM Tells IDF to 'Take the Gloves Off' in Gaza Operation

Netanyahu orders IDF to increase operation against Hamas; threatens that Gaza will 'pay heavy price' for escalation.

Gaza Rocket Ignites Fire in Ashkelon

Terrorist rocket count reaches 170 on Tuesday as IDF deploys to defend Israel's coast.

Operation Protective Edge

Ya'alon Declares 'Special Situation' After Rocket Fire

Defense Minister warns operation 'won't end in just a few days,' noting IDF preparing to expand the operation against Hamas.

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Vows to Continue Rocket Fire, Bloodshed

'There is no intention of calm,' Hamas spokesperson says, 'Israel will have to put Iron Dome on every Israeli home.'

Lapid: Operation to Restore Calm First, Hit Hamas Later

Operation Protective Edge not an excuse to retake Gaza, Finance Minister insists.

Israel to Security Council: Condemn Hamas Before It's Too Late

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations says it's time to condemn Hamas’s indiscriminate attacks against millions of Israelis.

Hamas Warns Israel: You Will Pay a Heavy Price

Hamas spokesman says rocket attacks are a natural response to “Israeli aggression.”

US Asks Israel to 'Show Restraint in Response'

The United States on Monday night said it supported Israel's right to defend itself -- to an extent.

Israel Under Fire

Thirty Rockets Fired into Israel in Ten Minutes

80-rocket barrage fired into Israel in a matter of hours - shortly after IDF announcement to prepare for escalation on the Gaza border.

Cabinet Gives IDF Green Light for Harsher Gaza Action

The cabinet on Monday authorized the IDF to increase its military pressure on Hamas - but to avoid escalation of tensions, if possible.

Israel Under Fire

IAF Strikes Tunnels, Three Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF retaliates against rocket barrage, calls on Hamas to take responsibility for keeping the peace.

Watch: Hamas Video Targets 'Settlers' in Judea and Samaria

Second 'scare' video this week shows IDF fleeing rocket fire, Hamas members building more missiles.

Hamas Demands Terrorist Releases to Stop Rockets

Senior Hamas source reveals the group wants re-arrested Shalit deal terrorists freed, and IDF 'ceasefire', to stop rocket barrage.

Gaza Rockets Continue, Soldier Wounded by Shrapnel

After limited IAF airstrikes leave seven Hamas terrorists dead, rockets keep pouring in, causing injury and damage in south.

You Have 15 Seconds to Take Cover - Then What?

Foreign Affairs Ministry unveils subtle new video conveying what it means to live under Gaza rocket-fire, days after similar-themed IDF vid.

Hamas Scare Video Targets Be'er Sheva Residents

'Settlers of Be'er Sheva – your leaders have killed our children and sentenced you to death,' declares Hamas production.

Hamas Threatens Israel After its Members Killed in Airstrike

Hamas says six of its members were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza, threatens to make Israel pay.

Deputy Education Minister: Restraint is a Scandal

Deputy Education Minister Avi Wortzman calls for an end to Israel's restraint in the wake of the endless rocket fire from Gaza.

Netanyahu, Liberman Spar Over 'Tough Talk'

A sharp exchange ensued between Prime Minister Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Liberman over what ministers should say in public.

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Tzipi Livni Advocates Deterrence Against Hamas

Justice Minister known for pushing peace talks admits that 'there is no hope for peace' with Hamas, calls to 'act forcefully.'

110 Rockets Fired on Israel Since Wednesday

Statistics on escalation in Gaza surface as Israel waits to see action - or a ceasefire.

Netanyahu Calls for Calm, Blasts Arab Leaders Over Riots

Prime Minister emphasizes 'hard line' against lawbreakers, warns Israeli Arabs that citizenship entails following the law.

IDF Officials Favor Ceasefire with Hamas to Gaza Offensive

Despite rising calls to launch a full-scale operation in Gaza, the IDF is proud of its 'restraint,' an official states.

Abbas Pleads with Hamas to Stop Rocket Fire

Mahmoud Abbas asks Khaled Meshaal 'not to give Israel an excuse' to launch a Gaza op.; Meshaal holds out for PA to end wage disputes.

Minister: Operation in Gaza Ineffective in Stopping Hamas

Ya'akov Perry admits that while a full-scale assault in Gaza could temporarily provide peace, 'you cannot destroy an ideology.'

Breaking News

Suspect in Boys' Kidnapping Arrested in Hevron

Hussam Dufash, third suspect named on Friday, arrested late Saturday night after contacting reporters over the case.

Bennett: Restraint Against Rocket Fire is 'Weak'

Jewish Home Chairman pushes 'zero tolerance' on rocket fire, slams implication that Negev less important to protect than Tel Aviv.

Minister Calls to Cut Aid to Gaza, Target Hamas Leaders

Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz blasts Israeli government's 'wrong policies,' urges it to do 'what needs to be done' on Hamas.

Former Intelligence Chief Predicts Gaza Operation

Amos Yadlin insists a small-scale assault on Hamas in Israel's future, rejects claims that Israel lacks deterrence.

IAF Strikes in Gaza Following Rocket Barrage

IAF launches airstrikes against three terrorist targets in southern Gaza.

Gaza Rocket Fire Continues Amid Ceasefire Rumors

While Egypt is reportedly working on a ceasefire agreement, Gaza terrorists fire 17 rockets on Israelis.

Liberman Slams Ceasefire Proposal With Hamas as 'Huge Mistake'

Foreign Minister slams lack of deterrence during Sderot visit, calls for systematic operation against Hamas with US involvement.

Possible Third Hamas Kidnapping Suspect Identified

Arab sources in Hevron reveal that another Hamas terrorist has been missing since June 12, night the three teens were murdered.

Report: Egypt Brokering Ceasefire Between Israel, Hamas

Ceasefire 'not ready', Hamas official says, despite telling BBC that it would be ready 'within hours' earlier Friday. Is an assault ahead?

Murdered Arab Teen's Mother Calls for Violent Revenge

Mother of 16 year-old Mohammed Abu-Khder supports increased violence against Israel, as it 'exercises Palestinian rights.'

Israel Under Fire

Gaza Rockets Rain On Despite IDF's 48 Hour Ultimatum

Flaunting threats of IDF attack, terrorists in Hamas-enclave continue the escalation Friday morning; Hamas source claims imminent ceasefire.

Intelligence Minister Says Gaza Operation is 'Inevitable'

After IDF 48 hour ultimatum, Steinitz says 'Gaza is growing an army with artillery,' says Israel should choose timing of operation.

Hamas Editor Links Teen's Murder with 'Matzah Blood Libel'

Editor of Hamas's paper associates death of teen with the blood libel that Jews use blood of non-Jews for matzah.

'We're Not Afraid of Israel's Threats', Declares Hamas

A spokesman for Hamas's "military wing" declares that Hamas knows very well how to respond to an Israeli attack in Gaza.

Sderot Residents Protest Against Rocket Barrage

Fed up residents take the streets, demanding that the government 'destroy Hamas' and stop its rain of rockets.

Ministers Demand 'Whatever Needed to Destroy Hamas'

In Sderot Lapid says 'no sane country would tolerate this'; Danon leaves possibility of ground invasion on the table.

IDF Deploys More Troops on Gaza Border amid Airstrike

Over 30 rockets rain on Israel since Wednesday; IDF moves 'HQ, not field level' officers to Gaza in 'defensive' move.

Petition Calls to Expel Hamas Leaders from Judea and Samaria

Israel Law Center launches new campaign to force Defense Minister to deport Hamas leaders to Gaza.

IDF Arrests Hamas PA Parliament Member

The IDF continued with its campaign of rounding up Hamas terrorists, arresting a Hamas member of the PA parliament.

IAF Hits 15 Hamas Targets in Gaza

IAF launches airstrikes against 15 terror sites in Gaza, a response to the latest escalation in rocket attacks.

International Community Call for 'Restraint' Despite Arab Riots

UN, US State Dept. believe unconfirmed rumors Arab teen's murder was 'vengeance,' calls on Israel to 'act with restraint' despite riots.

Israel Under Fire

Rockets Rain on Israel as Hamas Vows Revenge

Barrage hits Israel hours after Hamas threatens action over murder of Arab teen. Reports emerge that IAF may be retaliating.

MKs Call on Netanyahu to Fire Livni, Begin War on Terror

Israeli leaders begin to express frustration at lack of deterrence against terrorism, amid rising tensions and unrest.