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Hamas Calls on PA to Abandon Talks with Israel

Hamas has called on the PA to abandon talks with Israel, set to resume Tuesday in Amman for the first time in 15 months.

Al Qaeda Debate Rages in Lebanon

The debate over how deep Al Qaeda has dug into Lebanon continues to rage in Beirut as a Baath Party MP says they control 20+ groups.

Gaza Leader Boards IHH Flotilla Ship in Turkey, Lauds ‘Martyrs’

Haniyeh’s first diplomatic tour leaves no doubts on his aims as he boards the IHH ship whose terror activists attacked IDF soldiers.

Erdogan to Haniyeh: Hamas Must Be Part of Negotiations

Hamas' Prime Minister meets Turkey's Prime Minister in Istanbul. Erdogan says Hamas should be part of peace talks.

Hamas Leader Khaled Mashaal Flees Damascus

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal has fled Damascus together with his family, the London-based Al-Hayat newspaper reports.

Gaza Terrorists Continue 11-Year War, Fire Two Mortar Shells

Gaza terrorists resumed 11 years of aerial attacks on Israel Sunday, firing two mortars shells on the Western Negev. No one was injured.

Haniyeh in Sudan: Hamas will Never Recognize Israel

Hamas’ Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh in official visit to Sudan: Hamas will never recognize Israel and will never give up on Jerusalem.

Senior Ministers: Future Abductions Will Trigger War

The forum of eight senior ministers said the next abduction of an Israeli soldier will lead to war.

Hamas Leaders Meet Sudan's Bashir

Hamas' Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh and other Hamas officials meet President Omar al-Bashir of Sudan.

Report: US Pushing Israel to Free Barghouti

The Obama administration wants Israel to release arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti so he can run for election.

IDF Commander: Hamas Won't Strike Back

Col. Hermoni of the IDF southern brigade says Hamas won't react to IDF targeted killings because it wants to 'maintain peace.'

Haniyeh: Our Objective is to Eliminate All of Israel

Hamas' Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh used the group's 24th anniversary to remind everyone of its real goals.

Fatah Ready to Take On Hamas in May

Fatah says its ready to take on Hamas at the polls in May as both groups race to impress the public with their anti-Israel credentials.

Haniyeh Decries 'Judaization' of Jerusalem

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has called for Arab nations to back his movement in fighting the 'Judaization' of Jerusalem.

Hamas' Haniyeh Meets Egypt's Brotherhood Leader

Hamas’ Gaza Prime Minister takes advantage of his diplomatic tour of Arab countries to meet with the leader of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood.

Hamas Chief Begins Arab World Tour

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has begun his first jaunt outside Gaza since 2007 in hopes of drumming up support for Hamas in the Arab world.

Hamas Predicts Sweeping Electoral Victory

Pumped up on Islamic gains at the polls in the Arab Spring, Hamas expects to take Ramallah by storm in May.

Hamas Co-Founder Confirms: We'll Focus on Popular Protests

Hamas co-founder Mahmoud a-Zahar: We'll focus on Arab Spring-style protests, but won't give up our weapons completely.

Hamas, Fatah Plan Mass Terrorist Release

Hamas and Fatah plan to release their respective prisoners as a show of good faith as Hamas prepares to enter the PLO.

Israel Preemptively Grabs Hamas Kidnapper

Israeli intelligence officers three weeks ago reportedly grabbed a Hamas officer in Sinai who was planning to kidnap Israelis.

Mashaal: Hamas Will Focus on Arab Spring-Style Protests

Hamas leader Mashaal says his group will focus on holding mass protests against Israel, will accept Palestinian state along "67 borders."

Analysis: Hamas 'Pragmatism' a Dubious Fad

Hamas says joining PLO marks a shift to political pluralism and pragmatic moderation - but for how long?

PA Mantra: No Bilateral Ties With Israel

Ramallah continues to beat the unilateralist drums - this time saying it will challenge Israel's security fence in int'l courts... again.

Report: Hamas to Join the PLO

Hamas has agreed to join the Palestine Liberation Organization, according to the Associated Press.

Edelstein: Abbas Set Up 'National Terror Government'

Government Minister Yuli Edelstein said Thursday that the latest deal between Hamas and Fatah should not surprise Israelis.

Hamas Calls to Form Army for the Liberation of ‘Palestine’

Hamas calls upon the Arab and Islamic countries to establish an army destined to liberate Palestine and expel the Jews.

Is Jordan Aiding and Abetting Hamas?

Amman is reportedly leading talks to find Hamas politburo chief Khaled Mashaal a new home as tensions mount between Hamas and Damascus.

PA Corruption Probe: Maybe, Maybe Not

Ramallah's vaunted corruption probe proves to be more politics than principles as lawmakers say it all depends on unity talks with Hamas

Hamas Gaza Leader to Travel Abroad

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh will make his first trip outside the Gaza terror enclave since coming to power their in 2007.

Hamas Encouraged by Shalit Deal, Promises More Kidnappings

As the second phase of the Shalit deal is implemented, Hamas is already planning the next kidnappings of soldiers.

550 Shalit Deal Terrorists to be Freed Sunday

The second group of 550 PA terrorists due to be freed in the second phase of the Hamas-Shalit swap deal are scheduled for release today.

Hamas Warns of ‘Price Tag’ Intifada

Senior Hamas official warns: A new intifada could start if "the occupation" continues to desecrate our mosques.

Hamas Rulers in Gaza Celebrate 24th Anniversary

The Hamas rulers of Gaza are celebrating their 24th anniversary since the terrorist group was founded.

Video: IAF Hits Weapons Storage Facility in Gaza

Video footage released by IDF proves Hamas operates from the heart of civilian neighborhoods in Gaza.

Turkish President Slams Israel, Hails Hamas

Turkish president Abdullah Gul: Israel should stop attacking "Palestine" and make peace. Hamas wants to live in peace with Israel.

Hamas Talks Peace and Declares War

Hamas unknowingly acts out a verse from Psalms and talks about another ceasefire while proclaiming to “remove the occupier…from Palestine.”

Fatah Prisoner Release Dec 18 in Shalit Deal Part II

Hundreds of imprisoned Palestinian Authority terrorists are to be freed later this month in stage two of the Shalit prisoner exchange deal.

US ' Holy Land' Hamas Funders' Appeal Denied in Texas Court

Five Holy Land Foundation organizers in the US have lost an appeal of their conviction for funding the Hamas terrorist group.

Business Owners Suffer from Car Glut in Gaza

It's a small region -- and car dealers in Gaza are complaining that the market is becoming glutted.

Hamas Scaling Back Presence in Syria, Dozens Leave

Dozens of members of Hamas have quietly returned to Gaza from Damascus, according to diplomats.

Fatah Recognizes Israel? Not According to PA

In more double talk from the Palestinian Authority, its ambassador to India says Fatah does not recognize Israel anymore than Hamas.

Hamas Co-Founder: Abbas Not Serious About Reconciliation

Hamas co-founder Mahmoud Al Zahar says PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas is not serious about reconciliation.

In 3rd Quarter 2011, Gaza Exports Jump 30%

In the third quarter of 2011, Gaza's exports have increased 30 percent over the same period a year earlier, despite a worldwide crisis.

Video: US Fudges on Hamas’ Standing in PA Elections

Should Hamas run in PA elections despite its being a terrorist group? US: It’s an “internal matter,” but, well, after all, maybe not.

Hamas Cell Arrested, Indicted in Jerusalem

A Hamas fund raising and money laundering cell was recently arrested by Israel's security services and indicted in a Jerusalem court.

‘Quiet War’ Resumes: One Kassam, Two IDF Responses

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza attacked the western Negev with a Kassam Saturday, and the IDF hit two terrorist sites. No injuries.

Fatah and Hamas Hail New Era of 'Partnership'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal met in Cairo, claiming their differences have been set aside.

Fatah, Hamas to Meet in Cairo Despite Unrest

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal plan to hold reconciliation talks in Cairo despite the unrest rocking the country.

Abbas Going for Broke, Gunning for Unity with Hamas

Mahmoud Abbas is to meet with Hamas leaders in Cairo Thursday to sum up a unity deal based on “resistance” and non-recognition of Israel.

Million Men to March in Cairo Against “Judaization” of Jerusalem

Hamas announced Thursday that the new rulers of Egypt have given their blessing to a “million man march" against “Judaization” of Jerusalem.

Abbas to Speed Up Reconciliation With Hamas

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas pledged he will accelerate efforts to form a unity government with Hamas.

Fatah Backs Fayyad Against Hamas

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas is backing Salam Fayyad as his choice for Prime Minister despite Hamas' continued objections to his remaining.

IDF to Take Offensive in Gaza If Missile Attacks Resume

The IDF’s “tit-for-tat” response will be replaced by an offensive in Gaza if missile attacks resume, says Chief of Staff Gantz.

Fayyad Stepping Down?

PA prime minister Salam Fayyad called on factions to pick his replacement so Hamas can no longer use him as a pretext to avoid unity.

FM to France: Send the Foreign Legion to Gaza

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman chided French criticism of Israel's Gaza blockade - saying France needs to pull its weight.

Turkey Gains Foothold in Gaza through Massive Aid

Turkey is gaining influence in Gaza by increasing aid to Hamas 24-fold in two years. Turkish flags are seen throughout Gaza.

Iran Backs Islamic Jihad’s 8,000-Man Army in Gaza

Hamas’ rival Islamic Jihad has built an 8,000-man army supported by Iran and “ready for martyrdom or victory. Martyrdom is more desirable."

Ireland Elects Anti-Israel, Anti-US President

Ireland elects Michael Higgins as president. He opposed the war in Iraq, protested against Reagan and Israel's maritime closure of Gaza.

Hamas Urges Abbas to 'Return to Resistance'

Hamas has called on PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas urging him to 'return to resistance' against Israel as a means of obtaining a state.

Mini-Flotilla Headed for Gaza

Two ships loaded with anti-Israel activists are on a course for Gaza in hopes of breaking Israel's blockade of the Hamas-run enclave.