Hamas

IDF Chief of Staff: ‘Quiet to Greet Quiet, Fire against Fire’

Terrorists will determine if the IDF strikes against them, says Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, “Quiet in return for quiet, fire against fire.”

Egypt Paid Hamas Fuel for Ceasefire: Report

Egypt offered fuel to Hamas in exchange for a ceasefire of missile attacks on Israel, a Hamas legislator said Monday.

IDF Hits Second Terror Cell in Five Hours

The IDF announced it had eliminated a two-man terror cell seeking to launch rockets into Israel – including a senior terror leader.

Rocket Fire a 'Dramatic Development'

The IDF says the quantity and rate of fire from Gaza is unprecedented; notes terrorists are actively using civilians as human shields.

Hamas Furious Over Lackluster Al-Jazeera Coverage

Hamas is angry that al-Jazeera does not consider them the most important news of the day, and claims it favors Israel!

Yaalon: 'No Need to Enter Gaza'

Saying contacts with Hamas are underway, Deputy PM Moshe Yaalon says there is no need to enter Gaza despite four days of rockets.

Eldad: The Government is Aiding the Enemy

MK slams “unprecedented stupidity” of supply trucks to Gaza as Gaza terrorists attack Israel.

Netanyahu Vows 'We'll Hit Them'

Rocket fire on Israel's south enters its fourth day and 200 + rockets; PM Netanyahu vows to strike rocket squads; is equivocal on ground op.

Hospital Moves Infants to Bomb Shelters

Ashkelon’s hospital is moving children and mothers to bomb shelters and sending home some patients. Missiles approach Tel Aviv.

Two Israeli Arabs Indicted for Aiding Hamas

A gag order has been lifted after the indictment Monday of two Arabs with Israeli citizenship for handling funds for Hamas.

Cabinet Minister Shalom’s Wife: Destroy Gaza

Outspoken Judy Nir Mozes Shalom, wife of Minister and Vice Prime Minister Silvan Shalom, Tweets, “Have a good week…Destroy Gaza.”

Gaza: Chinese Missiles Aimed at Israel

Hamas has China-made missiles in its Gaza warehouses, and is seeking more.

IDF Ground Invasion Option ‘On the Table’

The IDF is trained and prepared for a ground invasion of Gaza, but it won’t happen in the immediate future, says its spokesman.

Air Force Eliminates Three-Man Rocket Squad

The IDF Monday continued pre-emptive and pinpoint strikes, wiping out a three-man terrorist cell preparing to launch missiles.

Haniyeh Says Terror Groups Are 'Positive' About Ceasefire

As the rocket fire continues, Hamas' Prime Minister says terrorists are willing to implement a ceasefire.

Expert: Hamas Has an Interest in Continued Rocket Fire

Prof. Hillel Frisch at the BESA Center: If Hamas wants to, it can cause the smaller terrorist group to stop the rocket fire.

PM Blames Iran for Gaza Rocket Fire

Attacks from Gaza “an Iranian problem,” Netanyahu says.

Barak Calls for Patience; Steinitz Calls to Topple Hamas

The latest round of attacks and reprisals in southern Israel is likely to continue, Barak says. Steinitz: Threaten Hamas leadership.

Missile Strikes Empty School in Be’er Sheva

A terrorist missile from Gaza struck the courtyard of an empty school in Be’er Sheva Sunday afternoon. Another rocket damaged 15 houses.

Hizbullah Accuses Israel of ‘Cowardly Crime’

The Hizbullah terrorist organization has broken its silence and accused Israel of the “cowardly” elimination of a Gaza terrorist leader.

Israel Rules Out Ground Assault

Israel has ruled out a ground assault to stop missile attacks, which continued Sunday morning despite Hamas’s proposal for a ceasefire.

Hamas Seeks Ceasefire to End Escalation in Gaza

After more than 100 rockets were fired from Gaza into southern Israel, Hamas is trying to reach a ceasefire mediated by Egypt.

Hamas: PA-Israel Security Cooperation Blocking Unity Deal

Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar slammed PA officials saying their continued security cooperation with Israel is a bar to reconciliation

Hamas Beats Reporters in Gaza

Three reporters covering a mass wedding in Gaza City were brutally beaten by Hamas security forces.

Gaza Sends Mortar Shell for Purim

Terrorists in the Hamas-run Gaza enclave fired a single mortar shell into Israel as Jews celebrate national salvation on the Purim holiday.

Senior Hamas Leader Undecided on Attacking Israel Over Iran

Hamas official Mahmoud al-Zahar sends different signals when asked whether Hamas will attack Israel if it attacks Iran.

Hamas Won't Do Iran's Bidding During War with Israel

Hamas leadership says it will not launch rockets into Israel at Iran's request should a war break out after an Israeli strike in Iran.

Hamas Preacher: Al Aqsa Can't Remain under Apes, Pigs

‘Palestinian’ incitement against Jews; Hamas preacher declares Al Aqsa cannot remain under the control of “asses carrying books.”

Abbas: Hamas Agrees to PA State Along '1967 Borders'

PA Abbas claims has agreed to accept a Palestinian state along the pre-1967 lines, but continues to stall peace talks.

Hamas Slams Cairo Over Power Crisis

Ismail Haniyeh accused Egypt of prolonging Gaza's power crisis as Hamas refuses to pay market rates or let the PA tax incoming fuel.

Sbarro Terrorist gets Talk Show with Hamas

Ahlam Tamimi, who took part in the murder of 15 people, now has a talk show on Hamas TV.

Hamas Launches Rocket Attack on Israel Amid Winter Storm

With rain and freezing temperatures curbing visibility on highways, Hamas terrorists launched a rocket attack on southern Israel.

Noam Shalit Confronted by Anti-Terrorist Release Activists

A verbal confrontation broke out between Noam Shalit and activists who spoke out against freeing terrorists for kidnapped soldiers.

Hamas Blacks Out Free Speech in Power Crisis

Criticizing Hamas for its inept administration in Gaza could see you charged as a rabble rousing 'security threat.'

Hamas Homeless after Split with Syria, Fatah

The Hamas terrorist organization is homeless following its split with Syria and new obstacles to a unity agreement with the PA’s Abbas.

Hamas Leadership Left Syria, Deputy Leader Confirms

Hamas' No. 2 confirms that the terror group has left Syria because of protest crackdown.

Hamas Denies Sabotaging Cairo Unity Talks

The feud between Hamas and Fatah proceeds apace in Cairo as acrimony over 'new demands' boils to the surface.

IAF Hits Hamas as Terrorists Attack with Rockets

The IAF hit terror sites in Gaza on Friday following several terrorist rocket attacks on Israeli towns.

Hamas, Egypt Finalize Gaza Energy Deal

Egyptian authorities and Hamas officials finalize their agreement to end the energy crisis in Gaza.

Hamas Bait and Switch in Cairo

Hamas reneged on a deal to form a unity government with Fatah and demanded new terms in Cairo.

PA Charges Hamas With Politicizing Gaza Power Crisis

The head of the PA energy authority says Hamas is playing politics with Gaza's power plant, which went dark when black market fuel dried up.

Abbas in Cairo for Hamas Talks

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal are in Cairo as the formation of a unity government remains uncertain.

Media Turn Hunger Striking Terrorist Spokesman into Victim

Terror spokesman Adnan says he is ending his hunger strike after worldwide sympathy pressures Israel to end his detention.

IDF Says Ground Invasion in Gaza ‘Matter of Time’

It is only “a matter of time” before the IDF has to re-enter Gaza to control terror, IDF Chief of Benny Gantz warns.

Egypt Agrees to Implement Gaza Power Plan

Cairo has agreed to a three-stage plan that will solve Hamas' power problems and connect Gaza to Egypt's power grid

Danon: Arab MKs Running Terror Hotline From Knesset

MK Danny Danon says Arab MKs who visited a hunger striking Islamic Jihad leader are the Hamas politburo in Israel's halls of power.

Hamas Threatens Israel, Says it Will 'Pay the Price'

Hamas’ military wing threatens Israel, says the Jewish State will soon "pay the price for its crimes."

IDF Re-arrests Terrorist Freed in Shalit Deal

Hana Shalbi arrested based on intelligence. She is third terrorist arrested after being freed in deal.

Abbas Power Bloat Threatens Hamas Unity Deal

Mahmoud Abbas may not serve as both Prime Minister and President, says a PNC and PLO member who is fighting the idea in court.

Gaza Goes Dark – Is Egypt to Blame?

Gaza's sole power plant went dark after fuel ran out on Tuesday. This time, Hamas and human rights officials say Egypt is responsible.

IDF Arrests 12 in Ramallah and Hevron Overnight

IDF forces arrested 12 overnight as counter-terror operations in Judea and Samaria continue.

Hamas Terrorists Wanted Jail to ‘Earn’ PA Salary

Two Gaza terrorists indicted for plotting to kill IDF soldiers and then expecting to be jailed so they could “earn” PA salaries for terror.

Senior Hamas Leader Slams Agreement with Fatah

Senior Hamas official Mahmud al-Zahar says agreement with Fatah is a mistake and that no one inside Hamas was consulted.

Iran Offers Aid to Palestinian Authority to Defeat Israel

Iran tells Gaza’s Hamas leader Haniyeh it is offering “scientific and technological experience” to the PA for a “victory” over Israel.

Hamas Will 'Never Recognize Israel”

Gaza de facto Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh, says the terrorist group will “never recognize Israel" and "the resistance will continue."

Haniyeh Arrives in Tehran for Official Trip

Despite attempts to stop him, Hamas' Gaza Prime Minister arrives in Iran, welcomed by foreign minister.

IDF Arrests 2 Hamas Leaders in Samaria

IDF forces entered Tubas in northern Samaria after midnight and arrested two Hamas leaders.

Hamas Says Gaza Fuel Crisis Within 72 Hours

Officials in Gaza say the enclave with go dark in 72 hours and blame Israel - even as the IDF keeps goods flowing to them.

Analysis: Unity Agreement Dividing Hamas

Hamas leaders in Gaza are at odds with the terror group's politburo over unity with Fatah in a conflict that could split the movement.

Terrorists Actively Seeking to Kidnap Soldiers

Terrorists have made at least five attempts to kidnap soldiers in the north since Gilad Shalit's release on 18 October 2011.