Kerem Shalom Crossing

Cleared for publication: Terrorists released in Shalit deal involved in arms smuggling

Two terrorists involved in shipping explosives over the border with Gaza were released in the 2011 prisoner swap.

Gaza fishing zone expanded, Kerem Shalom crossing reopens

Following a security assessment, Israel announces additional relief measures for Gaza.

Hamas warns of military response

Hamas spokesman says Palestinian "resistance groups" would not agree to a continued policy of a siege on Gaza.

Kerem Shalom crossing with Gaza to be closed

Kerem Shalom crossing to be closed starting Tuesday morning due to the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

Smuggling attempt thwarted at Kerem Shalom crossing

Crossing Authority locates and confiscates shipment containing hundreds of tactical flashlights intended to enter Gaza.

Gaza crossings to remain closed

Gaza crossings, closed Tuesday due to rockets to remain closed 'until further notice.'

Smuggling of antique coins from Gaza foiled

Security inspectors at Gaza crossing discover ancient coins in truck with textile imports.

Israel to reopen crossings to Gaza

Erez and Kerem Shalom crossings to Gaza will open after being shut down following rocket fire.

Otzma Yehudit activists block Gaza crossing

Truck driver headed to Gaza attempted to stab protesters, Otzma Yehudit activists claim. Driver in turn says activists beat him.

Israel opens Gaza crossings despite rocket fire

Israel reopens Kerem Shalom and Erez crossings as part of Egypt-brokered truce, despite firing of 5 rockets overnight.

Hamas takes control of Gaza goods crossing with Israel

Hamas expels PA administrators from Kerem Shalom Crossing, seizing control of primary goods crossing.

Facebook live from Erez Crossing

IDF Gaza Coordination and Liaison Administration head broadcasts live from Erez crossing answering questions from Gaza web-surfers.

Watch: Israel still transferring fuel to Gaza

Despite the rocket attacks, Israel continues to allow entry of fuel and other materials into Gaza via Kerem Shalom crossing this morning.

Protesters shut down Gaza crossing

Watch: Israeli protesters group block Kerem Shalom crossing to Gaza, barring delivery of supplies to protest wave of rocket attacks.

Liberman opens Gaza border crossings

After what was defined as a significant decrease in violent incidents along Gaza border, DM instructs Erez, Kerem Shalom crossings opened.

Liberman orders closing of Gaza crossings

Erez and Kerem Shalom crossings to be closed following rocket attack on Be'er Sheva.

UN chief welcomes opening of Kerem Shalom crossing

Antonio Guterres welcomes Israel's decision to reopen Kerem Shalom crossing, calls for support for UN efforts to achieve calm.

Liberman grants concessions to Gaza

Defense Minister to re-open Kerem Shalom Crossing, expand Gaza fishing zone after 2 days with no terror attacks from Gaza.

Liberman bans fuel shipments to Gaza

Defense Minister bans entry of gas and fuel into Gaza as long as arson terrorism against the south continues.

Israel to reopen Gaza crossing Tuesday if 'calm' maintained

Defense Minister says Kerem Shalom crossing will reopen 'if today and tomorrow situation continues as it was yesterday.'

Hamas: Israel's actions will have 'grave consequences'

Hamas warns Israel following decision to reduce the transfer of fuel and gas through the Kerem Shalom crossing.

EU demands Israel reopen crossing to Gaza

EU criticizes Israel for closing Kerem Shalom crossing to Gaza, which was closed due to the continued arson terror.

Israel closes Gaza border crossing

Israel closes Kerem Shalom crossing, won't extend expansion of Gaza fishing zone.

'Every casualty of recent violence a victim of Hamas war crimes'

Danon ahead of Security Council meeting: 'Embassy just latest in series of Palestinian excuses for violence against Israel.'

'Hamas wants to destroy us - we will act with determination'

Kerem Shalom Crossing was again set on fire tonight by Hamas terrorists. IDF responds against Hamas targets.

Kerem Shalom Crossing closed

IDF destroys Hamas targets in Gaza, closes Kerem Shalom Crossing after Gazans set fire to it.

Kitebomb lands in Kerem Shalom

Burning kite dispatched from Hamas position lands at Kerem Shalom crossing. No casualties or damage reported.

Watch: Gazans fake injuries of women and children

Dozens of rioters infiltrate Gaza border crossing, lighting a fire and damaging goods intended for Gaza's citizens.

Watch: Gaza rioters set fire to border crossing

Dozens of Gazan rioters set fire to Kerem Shalom crossing between Israel and Gaza.

Liberman: IDF destroyed Hamas terror tunnel last night

Defense Minister tells Yisrael Beytenu faction members that IDF demolished terror tunnel found near Kerem Shalom crossing to Gaza.

Bomb raw materials - disguised as medical equipment

Security forces thwart attempt to smuggle into Gaza 'dual use' substances for making explosives.

Kerem Shalom crossing to open Tuesday

Gaza terminal to open after IDF finishes terror tunnel destruction. 'Attempts to harm Israel will be answered with force and determination'.

Commander of Southern Command visits terror tunnel site

Major General Eyal Zamir visits tunnel site and praises forces in the field 'for precise action to thwart tunnel'.

Gaza: Authorities foil attempt to smuggle 1.5 tons of tobacco

Crossings Authority supervisors find tobacco hidden in bags of chicken vitamins.

From today PA controls Gaza crossings

After a decade, Palestinian Authority to assume control of Gazan side of border crossings from Hamas.

Watch: The 'slippers' of Hamas terrorists

A truck headed for Gaza was found to contain thousands of military boots - disguised as slippers - intended for Hamas terrorists.

'You can be an enemy in politics and not in business'

In the heart of the Gaza strip, a factory is busy preparing kipot(skullcaps) for Jews in Israel.

Foiled smuggling attempt at Kerem Shalom crossing

Two boxes of commando knives found hidden in plumbing equipment headed into Gaza.

Israel resumes cement transfers to Gaza

Less than one month after second terror tunnel uncovered, defense officials confirm transfers have resumed due to UN push.

Attempt to smuggle bulletproof boards foiled

Upon searching suspicious-looking Israeli truck, security guards at Kerem Shalom crossing found the bulletproof material.