Islamic Jihad

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Netanyahu Reassures: IDF 'Prepared for All Possibilities'

Binyamin Netanyahu vows to continue pummeling terrorists in weekly Cabinet meeting; calls on int'l community to recognize Iran's role.

Tel Aviv Targeted by Rockets Again; Islamic Jihad Claims Attack

Iron Dome intercepts Gaza rockets fired at Tel Aviv and Ashdod. Islamic Jihad claims it targeted PM Netanyahu in Tel Aviv attack.

Abbas's Fatah Declares it Shares 'One Goal' With Hamas

Abbas's faction reveals its full support for Hamas rocket terror war, saying the two groups and Islamic Jihad are 'brothers-in-arms.'

Report: Gaza Airstrike Kills Senior Islamic Jihad Member

A senior commander in Islamic Jihad's "military wing" killed in an Israeli airstrike on Beit Hanoun, Gaza sources say.

2 Islamic Jihad Terrorists Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Two members of Islamic Jihad group reportedly killed in airstrike in Gaza.

Islamic Jihad: 'Settlers' Are Legitimate Targets

Islamic Jihad says “settlers” are a “legitimate target” for “the resistance”, blames Israel for Arab teen's death.

How One Woman's War Against Iran Could Make Legal History

For years, Nitsana Darshan-Leitner has been battling terrorists and their sponsors in the courts - has she just found her trump card?

Abbas Urged to Declare 'Jihad' Against the 'Zionists'

Hamas and Islamic Jihad condemn PA Chairman over the continued cooperation between Israeli and PA security forces.

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.

Clumsy Gaza Terrorist Has Fatal 'Work Accident'

A terrorist of Islamic Jihad, which is set to join PLO leadership, accidentally detonates explosives he was working on.

Islamic Jihad Preparing to Join PLO

Gaza terror group discusses organizational changes to PLO, warns PLO must embrace armed struggle or unity deal will collapse.

Boko Haram: The West Has Woken Up, Media Still Asleep

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.

Islamic Jihad Demonstrates Anti-Tank, Anti-Aircraft Capabilities

Islamic Jihad says it is prepared "for confrontation with the Israeli occupation" as it holds a military maneuver.

Islamic Jihad Seeks to Join Hamas-Fatah Pact

Three Islamic Jihad leaders visit Egypt for talks on joining Hamas-Fatah unity government.

Islamic Jihad Predicts Hamas-Fatah Pact Will Fail

Islamic Jihad says agreement between Hamas and Fatah will fail, cites the five-week period set by the sides to form unity government.

'Terrorist Lawyers' Arrested in Jerusalem

Legal practice in eastern Jerusalem helped terrorists pass secret information into and out of prison - for a fee.

Security Officials Visit Injured SWAT Team Members in Hospital

Injured fighters hailed for 'lifesaving acts' as they recover from last night's anti-terror operation.

Netanyahu Vows No Let Up in Counterterrorism Operations

In first statement following deadly Jenin raid last night, Prime Minister says Israel will continue to act in self-defense.

Three Killed in Jenin Clashes

IDF soldiers wounded as clashes break out during operation to arrest 'ticking time-bomb'. Islamists call on PA to end security cooperation.

IDF Chief of Staff Calls to Retake Gaza, Take on Iran

General Benny Gantz surprisingly candid in speech to high school students, admits 'classified operations' always in the works.

Islamic Jihad Chief: 'Learn From the Jews How to Love Jerusalem'

Islamic Jihad leader quotes famous song 'Jerusalem the Golden', urges Muslims to take Jerusalem more seriously at Iran conference.

We Don't Want an Escalation, Claims Islamic Jihad

Islamic Jihad leader claims his group is still committed to 2012 ceasefire, but will fight Israel if necessary.

Frustration at Peace Talks Grows as Rockets Continue

Attorney Yoram Sheftel speaks on the presumption of continuing talks, if they do nothing to stop Hamas terror.

Breaking

Another Rocket From Gaza Further Breaks 'Truce'

Rockets continue Friday morning after Islamic Jihad claims Egyptian-brokered truce Thursday afternoon.

Egypt Ignores Hamas, Talks with Islamic Jihad

Hamas fumes upon discovering that Egypt contacted the Islamic Jihad directly to broker a ceasefire with Israel.

Eight More Rockets Hit Israel's South

Rocket barrage continues Thursday night despite Islamic Jihad claims of 'ceasefire.'

Gaza Professors Say Hamas Wants Attention, Not War

Islamic Jihad rocket barrage had Hamas backing, say local professors, possible move against isolation from Egypt.

Islamic Jihad Warns Israelis in Hebrew: 'Get Out of Our Country'

Iranian-backed terrorist group releases video promising to 'kill or capture' Israeli soldiers if IDF invades Gaza in response to rockets.

Abbas Blames Israel for Gaza Escalation

PA Chairman says the Israeli military caused an "escalation" in Gaza, ignores rocket attacks on south.

Netanyahu: Do Whatever's Necessary to Restore Calm

Prime Minister Netanyahu instructs the defense establishment to do whatever necessary to restore the quiet to Israel’s south.

As IDF Response Begins, Sderot Residents Tense But Resilient

Following rocket barrage by Gaza-based terrorists, residents of embattled southern Israeli town keep a stiff upper lip.

Islamic Jihad: Attack Us and We'll Up the Ante

Islamic Jihad threatens to fire long-range rockets at Israel if the IDF strikes in Gaza.

US Condemns 'Reprehensible' Rocket Attacks

State Department spokewoman Jen Psaki joins British PM David Cameron's condemnation of Islamic Jihad onslaught on southern Israel.

Israeli Air Force Strikes Gaza After Missile Onslaught

In lightning-fast operation, Israel strikes 29 different Islamic Jihad and Hamas targets; no casualties reported yet.

Kerem Shalom Crossing Closed in Wake of Rocket Fire

Erez crossing also closed to limited activity due to security concerns.

David Cameron Slams 'Barbaric' Rocket Fire

British Prime Minister 'condemns completely' barrage of rockets from Gaza; calls for peace deal and 'two state solution'.

Yaalon Promises to Make Islamic Jihad 'Regret' Rocket Fire

Defense Minister joins Commander of Southern Command in promising 'not to hold back' against Gaza rockets.

Kerry Cites 'Unprecedented Mistrust' Between Israel, PA

Despite 'significant' gaps on key issues, US Secretary of State still optimistic on peace deal.

Video Shows How Terrorists Fired From Civilian Areas

Clip shows how Islamic Jihad terrorists fired over 60 rockets at Israeli civilians, whilst using Gazan civilians as human shields.

Breaking News

IDF Tanks Strike Gaza After 60 Rockets Hit Israel

IDF forces have eliminated two 'terror targets' so far, latest reports claim.

Israel Under Fire

Foreign Minister Says Israel Needs to 'Retake Gaza'

In response to rocket onslaught on southern Israel, Avigdor Liberman says Israel must retake the Islamist-held Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu Vows Israel to Move 'Forcefully' Against Rocket Fire

Prime Minister links rocket fire with IAF counterterrorism efforts Tuesday, vows to eliminate rocket fire from Gaza.

Southern Israel Under Attack

Gaza Terrorists Shower at Least 60 Rockets on Southern Israel

Islamic Jihad fires dozens of rockets at Israeli civilians, in largest such attack since 2012.

U.S. Court: Syria, Iran Supported 2006 Tel Aviv Attack

Shurat HaDin wins judgment against Iran and Syria for supporting terrorists who killed an American teenager in a 2006 bombing.

Abbas: Death of Hunger Striking Prisoners Will Launch 'Disaster'

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas warns of a “disaster” if any of the Arab prisoners dies while carrying out a hunger strike in an Israeli prison.

Islamic Jihad: Death of Hunger Strikers Will Start Intifada

Islamic Jihad leader warned that the death of any hunger-striking prisoner in Israeli will start the third intifada.

Hunger Striking Terrorists Headed to Supreme Court

Two terrorists are appealing to Israel's Supreme Court after an IDF judge ruled they are 'responsible for their own state of health'.

Islamic Jihad Celebrates Kfar Darom Bombing

The death of 8 and wounding of 60 in 1995 is considered one of Islamic Jihad's "great achievements."

Islamic Jihad Threatens More Attacks

Terror group unfazed by Chief of Staff's warnings, threatens it will continue to carry out attacks against Israelis.

IDF Pleased with Its Performance in Latest Gaza Campaign

Southern Command review sees recent fighting as "a marked success" with pinpoint accuracy of IAF strikes.

Islamic Jihad Threatens Tel Aviv

Quds Brigades members say they have rockets that can strike far beyond Ashdod and will use them if Israel doesn't halt targeted killings.

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.

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.

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.

10 Rockets in 1 Hour; No Ceasefire

Gaza terrorists fire on Be’er Sheva, Ashdod, Ashkelon in mid-morning terror blitz. Jihad group: No chance of ceasefire.

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.

Israel Hit by Rocket Barrage, One Man Seriously Injured

At least 35 rockets fired at Israel after IDF kills several terrorists. One foreign worker seriously injured.