Hamas

Hamas Tests Rockets to Hit Tel Aviv

Hamas is testing an improved Kassam rocket that can reach the Tel Aviv area. It also resumed fire on the Western Negev Sunday morning.

Hamas Celebrates 100th Israeli Degree

The one hundredth Hamas terrorist has received an Israeli academic degree – at Israeli taxpayer expense.

B’Tselem Accuses Israel, Hamas Exonerates

The B'Tselem organization says Israel killed Arab who may not have fought Israel – while Hamas says he died when a bomb he was carrying blew up.

Israeli Report Defends Gaza Operation

Israel has released a lengthy report defending Operation Cast Lead in Gaza. Several investigations continue.

Gaza to Get Cement, Cash: Another Campaign Promise Broken?

Barak has authorized the shipment of cement and metal to Gaza for UN construction, and the transfer of cash to pay PA salaries.

British Lawmakers Push for Talks With Hamas

British lawmakers push for talks with the Hamas terror group, call current policy unsuccessful.

Israel Concerned Over Hamas Plans for Gaza Aid

Defense officials are concerned that Hamas is pressuring humanitarian aid groups, including a UN agency, into giving it billions of dollars.

B’Tselem Retracts War Crimes Accusations against IDF

The B'Tselem human rights group quietly retracted its coverage in which it falsely accused the IDF of killing innocent Arab civilians.

Qatar Sheikh Funds Hamas to Buy Jerusalem Buildings

Qatar is giving Hamas $21 million to establish a base in Jerusalem. At the same time, Israel is transferring money to the PA for use in Gaza.

Hamas: Shalit's Fate Unknown

Hamas leaders claim they have no idea where Gilad Shalit is or what his condition may be. The statement may be part of psychological warfare.

PA Blocks Hamas Incitement, Continues its Own

The Palestinian Authority cracks down on anti-PA incitement in Judea and Samaria while a former minister brags of anti-Israel terror.

Noam Shalit to Testify Before UN Gaza Probe

The U.N. committee reviewing allegations of war crimes during Operation Cast Lead will hear testimony from captive soldier Gilad Shalit's father.

Amnesty International Slams Israel; IDF Blasts Report

Amnesty International condemns Israel for its treatment of PA Arabs. In contrast, the report only briefly notes atrocities performed by Hamas.

Hamas: Fear of Jihad Led US Voters to Arab-Friendly Obama

In an Al-Aqsa TV address, Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal told viewers that US President Obama came to power in the United States due to Islamic jihad.

Egypt-Gaza Border Opens Amid Reports of New Hamas, Shalit Deals

The Egypt-Gaza border is open for three days as rumors abound over a deal between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and Shalit deal.

Major Hamas Speech Awaited on Thursday

Following major policy speeches by Obama, Netanyahu and even the PA’s Fayyad in the past 3 weeks, it is now the turn of Khaled Mashaal of Hamas.

Human Rights Watch Demands Hamas Allow Shalit to Speak

Human Rights Watch said that Hamas has "no excuse" for not allowing Gilad Shalit speak with his family.

PA Citizens Fear Hamas Coup in Judea and Samaria

PA fear Hamas is about to stage a coup. “Fatah trained men to fight against Israel and now they kill them,” says the mother of a Hamas terrorist.

Noam Shalit Accuses Olmert of Neglect; Hamas Rejects Red Cross

Noam Shalit, father of kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit, accused Olmert of neglect and personal recriminations in his attempts to free his son.

IDF Court Frees Bargaining Chip for Shalit

An IDF court in Wednesday freed a senior Hamas political leader after 36 months in jail, leaving Israel with one less bargaining chip for Shalit.

US: Open Gaza Now, Free Shalit Later

The US is pressing Israel to open up Gaza crossings without linkage to the freedom of kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit. His father Noam objects.

Carter-Hamas Friendship May Stalemate Obama

Hamas jumps on Carter’s coattails and some leaders say it is ready to recognize Israel. Obama aides reportedly are livid at Carter’s interference.

Carter Wants Obama to Remove Hamas from Terror List

The Obama Administration should remove Hamas from the terror list, former US President Jimmy Carter said today after visiting Gaza.

Terrorists Fire Rockets, Attack IDF Patrol

Terrorists launched a Kassam rocket at Ashkelon and attacked an IDF patrol only hours after IDF planes destroyed two smuggling tunnels.