Hof Ashkelon

Rocket from Gaza explodes in open area in southern Israel

Sirens heard in Hof Ashkelon region, located near the Gaza border, after rocket fired towards the area. No injuries or damages reported.

Rocket fired towards Ashkelon

“Red Alert” sirens heard in Ashkelon and Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. One rocket from Gaza intercepted by Iron Dome.

Rocket sirens heard in southern Israel

Incoming rocket siren heard in Gaza Belt and in the Ashkelon vicinity. Three launchings identified toward Israeli territory.

Rocket fired from Gaza at southern Israel

Rocket sirens heard in Gaza Belt. IDF says one rocket was fired from Gaza towards the region.

Rockets fired from Gaza towards Ashkelon

Iron Dome successfully intercepts at least two rockets fired by Gaza terrorists towards Ashkelon.

'We give Gaza fresh water and they give us back raw sewage'

Hamas shuts electricity to Gaza sewage treatment facility- and Israeli residents suffer the consequences.

Gaza rocket hits southern Israel

Rocket from Gaza explodes in open area in the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. No injuries or damages.

Gaza Rocket Explodes in Hof Ashkelon Region

Gaza rocket explodes in open area in the Hof Ashkelon region, causing no physical injuries or damages.

Israeli Homes Hit By Gunfire from Hamas 'Training Drill'

Residents of Hof Ashkelon region alarmed, but IDF says light weapons fire from Gaza result of Hamas 'training drills,' not a terror attack.

Terrorists Make Failed Attempt to Fire Rocket on Israel

Sirens heard in Hof Ashkelon region. IDF says there was a failed attempt to fire rockets from Gaza.

'Rocket Fire Just Like Before Protective Edge'

Hof Ashkelon Regional Council head argues IDF must issue stronger response to weekly rocket attacks from Gaza on Israel's South.

Gaza Rocket Explodes in Southern Israel

Rocket from Gaza hits the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. No injuries or damages.

Gaza Rocket Lands in Ashkelon Region

After Hof Ashkelon region sirens sound late Tuesday night, IDF identifies rocket struck open ground in area.

'Code Red' in Hof Ashkelon Area False Alarm

Rocket alert in Yad Mordechai, Netiv Ha'Esrai is false alarm, IDF reveals.

Gaza War Affected Matriculation Scores

Significant decrease in passing grades near Gaza Belt - but education officials note that students' moral compass is high.

Twice in Two Days: Gazan Man Arrested Infiltrating into Israel

Day after terrorist with knife and spike arrested, another Gaza terrorist breaches into Israel during a riot near security border.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

'If the IDF Doesn't Crush Hamas We Won't Survive'

Hof Ashkelon chairman tells Arutz Sheva his region survives by 'sheer miracles,' can hold another month if IDF takes decisive action.

IDF Admits False Alarm with Rocket Siren

Rocket sirens sound Thursday morning, hours after ceasefire extension - IDF clarifies they were sounded accidentally.

IDF Discharges 30,000 Reserve Soldiers

55,000 soldiers still in the field as 72-hour ceasefire keeps a tenuous hold; meanwhile, Gaza belt residents hesitate to return home.

Iron Dome Intercepts Two Gaza Rockets

Iron Dome shoots down two rockets fired from Gaza towards the Hof Ashkelon region, just after three Gaza rockets exploded in Eshkol.

Breaking News

Rocket Hits Near Ashkelon, None Hurt

Sirens sound on Ashkelon coast, less than 24 hours after multiple rockets fired into Israel.

Approved: 45 Million Shekels to Gush Katif Refugees

Several communities in Hof Ashkelon to receive money for development, over 8 years after being expelled during the Disengagement.

Breaking News

Rocket Strikes Near Ashkelon; None Hurt

Eighth rocket from Gaza this month causes no casualties or damage.

Gaza Rocket Explodes in Open Area Near Ashkelon

Terrorists fire a rocket at southern Israel, which hits an open area in the Hof Ashkelon Region.

Gaza: Second Rocket Fired at Israel in As Many Days

Kassam fired from Gaza, Iron Dome not deployed, no injuries or damage. IAF strikes several Gaza targets in response.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Southern Israel

Rocket fired by Gaza terrorists explodes in the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council in southern Israel. No physical injuries or damages.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fired Towards South

Several explosions heard in southern Israel as Iron Dome intercepts at rocket fired by Gaza terrorists. Three rockets explode in open areas.

PA Terror Rocket Attack Explodes in Gaza

Gaza terrorists failed to frighten Israelis in southern Israel early Wednesday. A fizzled attack landed at least one rocket in Gaza.

Terrorists Fire 3 Rockets at Ashkelon

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza fire three rockets at southern Israel. No injuries or damages reported.

Rocket and Gunfire Aimed at Southern Israel

Palestinian Authority Arab terrorists in Gaza attacked southern Israel repeatedly Monday, firing gunshots and rockets across the border.

Gaza Terrorist Rocket Attack Fired at Southern Israel

Gaza terrorists fired a short-range Qassam rocket attack at Jewish towns and cities in the western Negev Saturday night.

Children Write a Torah Scroll on the Ashkelon Coast

Children in the Ashkelon coastal district have begun a new project: they are writing a Torah scroll for their area.