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Rocket Fire 'Hurts Unity Pact,' Abbas Laments

PA condemns rocket fire - not as threat to 'Palestinian principles' or 'humanitarian ethics' - but to political stability.

Danon Demands: 'Cut Money to Unity PA After Gaza Attack'

After rocket attack, Deputy Minister calls on PM to cut all tax money collected by Israel for PA, which is now responsible for Gaza, too.

EU Delegation Meets Palestinian Unity Gov't Officials in Gaza

Visit by European diplomats to 'send a message of support' for Hamas-Fatah coalition.

Ya'alon: Hamas is Planning the Next Confrontation

Hamas has thousands of rockets aimed toward Israel and is preparing the next confrontation, says Defense Minister.

'Palestine' Soccer Player Manipulates Position to Aid Hamas

Sport Minister writes to FIFA, calls for condemnation of reports that player met Hamas terrorist abroad, got money and messages.

PA Police 'Assault' Hamas Members in Ramallah

'Unity' on the rocks as PA security forces beat Hamas protesters, prominent official. Banks closed in Gaza, blocking PA employee wages.

IDF Official: 170,000 Missiles Aimed at Israel

Terror groups are now pointing tens of thousands of missiles at Israel, a top IDF officer told listeners at the Herzliya Conference.

Hamas Reveals: Abbas Told Us He is 'Tricking the Americans'

Former Hamas government spokesman reveals Abbas privately said his moderate public statements are merely a ploy.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Vow to Continue Terror - No Matter What

Leaders of both groups vow to 'liberate all of Palestine' from Israel despite 'unity pact' agreement to renounce terrorism.

Bennett: Don't Blame Abbas, Blame the Palestinian People

Bennett points out that the blame on the Hamas-Fatah unity should be placed on the Palestinian Arab people who voted for Hamas.

'Unity' in Hevron as PA Clamps Down on Hamas

Further signs of 'unity' tensions as PA security forces arrest 100 Hamas members organizing 'Naksa Day' event; Hamas arrests Fatah activist.

Hamas: the 'Majority' of Palestinian Arabs Support Terrorism

Senior official encourages terrorism against 'occupation' - despite unity government's peaceful facade to US, EU.

What 'Unity'? Violent Hamas-PA Clashes in Gaza

PA threatens 'consequences' after Hamas 'thugs' close banks in Gaza, following fistfights over salaries from new unity govt.

Report: US Holding Backroom Talks with Hamas 'For Months'

Official tells 'social news' site that US approached Hamas directly over the 'unity' government, despite official policy. But is it true?

Hamas Leader's Mother-in-Law in Israel for Medical Treatment

The mother-in-law of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been allowed to enter Israel for medical treatment.

Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Steps Down

In dramatic about-face, Hamas leader concedes control of 'unity' government - but not the fight for the 'Palestinian cause.'

Bennett: PA Govt. Members Are 'Terrorists in Suits'

Hamas and Fatah can call themselves a 'government,' but that won't change what they really are, says Naftali Bennett

Lapid Says 'Don't Criticize' Hamas Unity Government

Yesh Atid leader says not to give Hamas 'opportunity to spark the fire back against us' so as 'to make headlines.'

Unity PLO Government Established in Last-Minute Compromise

Unity government declared, after Hamas threat of no government unless Ministry of Prisoners remains defused by deal.

Israel Denies Hamas 'Ministers' Entry to Ramallah for Unity Bash

Three 'future ministers' from Gaza denied entry to Samaria ahead of unveiling of a new unity government.

PA Says US Recognized Hamas Unity Government

PA source says US has invited newly appointed unity government PM Hamdallah for official visit, claims official recognition of unity gov.

Top Terrorist Reveals Inner Workings of 'Hamas Inc.'

Terror attacks, riots, smuggling cash - it's all in a day's work for Hamas, a senior member of the terror group told Shabak.

Abbas Names Unity Government Prime Minister

PM of PA gov. named as head of unity gov., but formation of government held up over Hamas rejection of foreign minister appointment.

Report: IDF Shuts Down Hamas Publications Warehouse in PA

Publications regularly publish hateful cartoons, articles inciting violence against Jews. But are they gone for good?

Arab MK Asks PA for Help Defeating 'Jewish State'

Speaking to Hamas journal, MK calls to turn world opinion against Jewish State Law, warns it would rule that 'Jews have legitimate rights.'

Israel Considering Ban on Extremist Islamic Movement

Minister Katz says Livni's Justice Ministry opposing ban on violent group, notes 'group is illegal everywhere but Israel.'

Muslim Organization Sues Canada's Prime Minister for Libel

The National Council of Canadian Muslims sues PM Stephen Harper for libel for linking the group to Hamas.

Children Encouraged to 'Buy a Bullet' on Hamas TV

A "Nakba Day" episode of a Hamas children’s program featured a poem encouraging children to "buy a bullet at any price."

Hamas and Iran Continuing to Get Closer

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal meets deputy Iranian minister as sides continue rapprochement.

Gazan Christians Receive Permits to See Pope in Judea-Samaria

Several hundred Christian pilgrims from Gaza's tiny Christian community to leave Islamist enclave for Pope Francis's visit.

'Hamas Needs to be Part of the Solution'

Turkey’s former foreign minister says that Hamas must be a part of any agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Abbas: 'Unity' Government to Recognize Israel, Denounce Terror

In abrupt about-face, Abbas insists unity government to be forced to recognize Israel - and that the PA will stop int'l legitimacy campaign.

Hamas Official: The Only 'Peace' will be via Ethnic-Cleansing

'Peaceful resolution' to conflict could only come through the 'cleansing' of Israelis from their country, says senior Islamist official.

Jerusalem Resident Convicted of Working with Hamas

Israeli Arab financially supported terrorist prisoners, harbored plans for future terror attacks. But does the punishment fit the crime?

Egyptian Official Denies Saying Hamas Should Recognize Israel

Egypt’s former foreign minister denies quotes attributed to him that Hamas must recognize Israel.

Egypt Wants to Revoke Hamas Leader's Citizenship

Egypt working to revoke the citizenship of Mahmoud al-Zahar, whose Hamas movement was declared a terrorist group.

Hamas Threatens Genocide Against Immigrants in Cartoon

Anti-Semitic hate cartoon published in Hamas official daily newspaper as threats of genocide against Jews continue.

Hamas Claims Two Wounded in Clashes with IDF

Israeli army confirms troops fired at a man approaching the security fence with Gaza, but not aware of other incident.

Hamas and Islamic Jihad Say They're Joining PLO Leadership

Hamas leader Haniyeh says PLO leadership will meet in coming days to integrate terror groups, key goal of unity is freeing terrorists.

Hamas to March with Fatah in PA Nakba Events

For the first time in nearly a decade, Hamas will take full part in “Nakba” events in PA-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria

Fatah Official in Gaza to Form Unity Government

Senior official of Abbas's faction meets with Hamas leaders, even as both sides claim exclusive rule of proposed reconciliation government.

Foreign Minister Urges Knesset to Make Decision on PA Policy

Liberman slams wishy-washiness in Israeli policy toward terrorist releases after last-minute rejection of landmark bill.

Palestinian Arab Journalist Calls for End to 'Honor Killings'

Journalist argues that the practice has roots in the Koran - and urges the Arab world to turn away from violent punishments for women.

PLO Official: 'Unity' Government By the End of May

Fatah member 'confident' that a unity government with Hamas will be enacted by the end of this month - despite Hamas's opposition.

Hamas Tells Muslims Not to Visit Jerusalem

Hamas rejects religious edict made in Jordan allowing Muslims outside of Arab lands to visit 'occupation,' slams prospect of normalization.

Hamas: Rice Favors the 'Occupation', We Won't Recognize Israel

Hamas reiterates it will not recognize Israel, says Americans are trying to get in the way of unity with Fatah.

Fatah Agrees to Release All Hamas Prisoners

Hamas-Fatah reconciliation takes a step forward, despite sharp rhetoric. But will it last?

Hamas MP: Jihad is the Only Way to Liberate Palestine

Ahmad Abu Halabiya, a lawmaker with Hamas, called in a recent sermon for jihad against Israel.

Erekat: Hamas Isn't a Terrorist Group

PA's chief negotiator claims Hamas is a "legitimate political organization" and not a terrorist group.

Palestinian TV Show Encourages Children to Kill Jews

Not for the first time, young children are urged to 'shoot all the Jews' on children's TV show - just days after pact signed with PA.

Former ICC Head: Hamas Not Immune from Criminal Court

Luis Moreno-Ocampo, former chief prosecutor of ICC, says Hamas could be investigated for rocket fire and suicide bombings.

Hamas Must Recognize Israel, Says Egyptian Official

Egypt’s former foreign minister says Hamas must recognize the existence of Israel in order to make a Palestinian state possible.

British University to Host Hamas Supporter

Hamas supporter to speak at event honoring Holocaust revisionist at King's College London.

Hamas 'Hatikva' Video – Now with English Captions

Arutz Sheva provides the video made by Hamas for Israel's Independence Day, with English subtitles.

Hamas Marks Independence Day with Genocide Video

On Israel's Independence Day, Hamas releases an animated video calling for genocide of Israelis.

Hamas Insists on Retaining Military Control in Unity Government

Gaza denies reports of a merger with PA police forces in another declaration that Hamas will rule a unity government.

Lapid: Negotiations with Hamas Could Be Possible in the Future

Yesh Atid chairman apparently backtracks on strong stance against negotiating with terror group, insists that Hamas could change.

Hezbollah, Al Qaeda and Hamas Flags in Jerusalem

Terrorist flags waved at Arab wedding procession in Old City amid shouts of 'we will write on the pistol: Al-Aqsa is holy to us.'

Hamas Pursues 'Lawfare' Alongside Jihad

Hamas leader Mashaal says 'we have no history or future other than jihad,' adds international courts and UN to list of battle grounds.

Palestinian Arabs Cry 'Revenge!' at Hamas Funeral in Ramallah

Sbarro's suicide bomber, Hamas terrorists buried in great show of anti-Israel incitement - and Fatah-Hamas unity.