Murdered Israeli Teens

MK Calls to Wait on Police Inquiry Until After Boys are Found

Yoni Chetboun encourages end to 'public assault' on police, says investigation hinders resources necessary for search.

A glimmer of hope?

Report: IDF has Information Indicating Boys Are Alive

Relative of abducted teen stresses that families 'know more than what is being published' and that search is not based on 'faith.'

UN Asked to Revoke PA Observer Status Over Abduction

Former Ambassador Dr. Alan Baker: UN's legitimization is responsible for the abduction, violates Oslo Accords.

Minister Says Search 'May Take Months or Years'

Yesh Atid minister says no to negotiations with 'murderous terror organization,' but peace negotiations eventually 'necessary.'

PA Asks China to Press Israel to Free Terrorists

PLO unity government PM meets Chinese envoy, calls for condemnation of rescue mission and pressure to free jailed terrorists.

Even the PA Blames Terrorist Releases for Kidnapping

Terrorist releases 'show kidnappers that Israel can be blackmailed,' PA official acknowledges. But how sincere is the condemnation?

Breaking news

IDF Destroys Home of Hamas Leader Believed Behind Abduction

Turkey-based Salah al-Arouri's home in Samaria reportedly searched and destroyed by IDF forces Thursday night.

Teens Accused of Molotov Cocktail Attacks After Abduction

Teens knew kidnapped boys personally; Attorney Ben-Gvir slams 'lack of discretion' in making arrests under the circumstances.

'Brothers' Keeper': Day Eight

Attacks on IDF Rise as 25 More Arrested

Arrests continue in 'Operation Brothers' Keeper' - sparking a flurry of attacks on IDF soldiers searching for the kidnapped teens.

Abbas: Hope the Three Teens Are Found Alive

PA Chairman expresses hope that three kidnapped teenagers will be found alive, but also blasts Israel's operation in Judea and Samaria.

Security Officials: There's Progress, but It'll Take Time

As Operation Brother’s Keeper continues, officials say that some progress has been made in the search for kidnapped students.

Watch: Rabbi Lau Leads Prayer for Kidnapped Teens

The Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi of Israel led a prayer rally for the safety of the three kidnapped teens at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron.

Ya'alon: Israel Will Extract a Heavy Price from Hamas

"We will not hesitate to strike a blow to anyone who will challenge us," says Defense Minister.

The Vatican's Resounding Silence

Fatah Justifies: 'Israel Only Understands Kidnappings'

Senior Fatah official justifies kidnappings day after Abbas speaks against them; Fatah activists announce they oppose Abbas.

Hamas is Ready to 'Unleash the Fires of Hell' on Israel

Hamas threatens Israel, says kidnapping Israeli teens a "legitimate right."

New revelations

IDF Reveals Hamas in Turkey Likely Behind Kidnapping

Senior security source reports that Hamas leadership abroad thought responsible for kidnapping, in particular Salah al-Arouri in Turkey.

Arab Facebook Group Celebrating Kidnapping Banned

Facebook page 'Three Shalits' removed after posting photos of children celebrating kidnapping with three finger hand gesture.

One week on:

Netanyahu Reveals 'We Know A Lot More Now About the Kidnapping'

Netanyahu updates status of search, says Israel is moving closer to finding the three teens kidnapped by Hamas.

Top General: Hamas Won't Free Terrorists by Kidnapping Israelis

IDF Central Command head Nitzan Alon tells Hamas that kidnapping Israelis to extort Israel into releasing terrorists will backfire.

One week on:

Congress Condemns, But Obama Still Silent on Kidnappings

Criticism of muted White House response remains relatively restrained for now, but questions will need answering at some point.

Leftist MKs Slam IDF Campaign Against Hamas

Although most Israelis support Israel's campaign against Hamas, several politicians on the far left take exception to it.

Cabinet to Give Judea and Samaria Additional Budget

Cabinet will vote Sunday to approve $1.5 million additional budget for governing bodies in region, in light of kidnapping last week.

Watch: Kidnapped Eyal Yifrah 'Rescues Captives' in School Play

Poignant video shows kidnapped teen in a school play, where he plays the role of rescuer freeing two abducted classmates.

New York City, State Leaders Call for Teens' Return

Rally in Brooklyn brings community leaders and politicians together to demand that Hamas terrorists release the three kidnapped youths.

Crackdown on Hamas

Israel Bans 'Islamic Relief' Charity for Funding Hamas

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon signs an order declaring the Islamic Relief Worldwide, a Hamas funding source, illegal.

United Hatzalah Develops 'Anti-Kidnap' App

'SO' app developed in response to abduction of three Israeli teens, provides police with coordinates to allow rapid response.

Israeli Ambassador Accuses EU of Supporting Kidnapping

Ambassador to Italy charges EU of backing unity government that includes Hamas, thereby backing Hamas's terrorism.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 7

Peres Tells Parents of Abductees He'll Involve Obama

Outgoing President Peres says he'll raise the triple abduction in conversations with US president, heads of congress.

Rabbis Call for Early Shabbat for the Sake of Kidnapped Teens

Rabbis from all streams issue united call for Jews to usher in Shabbat earlier as boys still missing after one week.

Is Hitchhiking in Judea and Samaria Dangerous?

Groundbreaking thesis dissects 'tremping' phenomenon, revealing a mixture of pragmatism, ideology and subjective definitions of 'danger'.

Analysis of an Abduction: Return Our Brothers

30 More Arrested Overnight, Two from Shalit Deal

Thus far, 53 of the terrorists freed in Shalit deal were re-arrested and may return to serve their sentences.

Meretz Head: IDF Operation is Only to Punish the PA

MK Zehava Galon: Operation Brother’s Keeper has strayed away from its purpose and now is used solely to punish the PA.

Watch: Popular U.S. Singer Visits Families of Kidnapped Youths

Popular American singer Tony Orlando calls on his fans to hang three yellow ribbons in solidarity with kidnapped youths.

Netanyahu: Abbas Will be Judged by Actions, Not Words

PMO dismisses PA Chairman's remarks on kidnapping, calls on him to prove he's serious by cancelling unity pact with Hamas.

US Urges 'Restraint' in Search for Kidnapped Teenagers

State Department warns against destabilizing the situation' in Judea and Samaria, as sixth day of search continues.

Terrorists Attempt Attack on IDF Post Near Bethlehem

Vehicle involved in drive-by terror attack still at large in Judea-Samaria; IDF searching for the attackers.

Zoabi Slams Israelis as 'Insensitive, Intolerant, and Critical'

Hanin Zoabi slams security precautions by Israeli government after her pro-terrorist remarks, says support for Hamas 'heart of democracy.'

Prayer Rally for Kidnapped Teens Held in Hevron

Rabbi David Lau, teen's grandfather Rabbi Amram Yifrah, show immense gratitude for nationwide support and IDF efforts at prayer gathering.

The World Just Does Not Care, So Let the IDF Win!

Police Begin Investigation into Mishandling Abduction

'The police will conduct an investigation without making compromises or cutting corners,' Police Commissioner Yohanan Danino promises.

IDF Hitting More Hamas Targets Than Ever Before

'Following the abduction, we've been arresting Hamas operatives we've been chasing for a long time,' official says.

Dissatisfaction, Fear Grow in Gaza as IDF Crackdown Continues

Gazans fearing IDF invasion stockpile supplies as Hamas members grumble over wages. Could an uprising await?

Prayer Rallies in Canada for Kidnapped Teens Highlight Unity

Prayer gatherings to be held across Canada, as main event sees stress on unity, sovereignty.

Lapid Assures that Kidnappers 'Will Not Get Away with it Alive'

Finance Minister emphasizes to visiting delegation that boys targeted 'not for political reasons, but because they are Jews.'

World Mayors Call for the Release of Kidnapped Teens

Meeting between mayors, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, sees outpouring of support for IDF efforts from international community.

Watch: Hamas Official Heaps Praise on 'Heroic' Kidnap Operation

Hamas 'political bureau' official Muhammad Nazal, hails abduction of three Israeli teenagers as a 'milestone in the Palestinian struggle'.

Security Unit Assigned to Arab MK Who Supports Kidnapping

Knesset assigns security detail to MK Zoabi after she received death threats for justifying kidnapping of Israeli teens.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Hamas Attacks 'Harmful' Abbas for Condemning Kidnappings

Hamas condemns Abbas for defending cooperation with IDF in rescue op. to find kidnapped teens as 'unity' starts to unravel.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Anticipating Gaza Flare-Up, Iron Dome Deployed in Coastal Region

IDF prepares for Gaza escalation; confirms kidnapping conducted by Hamas terrorists in Judea and Samaria without orders from Gaza.

Second Arab Youth Threatened for Supporting Abducted Teens

Youth from Umm al-Fahm complains to police after threatened with death for support of kidnapped Israeli teens; 2nd incident in days.

Watch: IAF Mini Drones Play Key Role in Search for Missing Teens

The 12-lb. Skylark mini drone keeps an eye on soldiers as they search painstakingly for abducted teens, dismantle Hamas infrastructure.

Opposition Head Slams Zoabi's 'Obscene' Support for Kidnappers

Labor party leader Yitzchak Herzog compares radical Arab MK's defense of Israeli teens' abduction to 'price tag' crimes.

Abbas Attacks Kidnappers - for Harming the Palestinian Authority

Speaking at Saudi Arabia meeting, Abbas says the kidnappers of three Israeli youths will be held accountable - for 'destroying' the PA.

'Zionist Arab' Youth's Mother Springs to His Defense

Distraught and defiant, Mohammed Zoabi's mother asks: Will they issue a death sentence against him now?

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Security Minister Admits Police Criticism Justified

Aharonovich visits yeshiva of kidnapped teens, says recording of ignored emergency call will be published.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Rearrested Shalit Deal Terrorists to have Pardons Revoked

Terrorists pardoned by Israel, released from jail and rearrested will serve the rest of their sentences now.

Israel UN Envoy Condemns 'Dehumanizing' World Response

Ron Prosor says world nations' weak condemnations of kidnapping stem from delegitimization of Israel.

A New, Soulful Anthem: 'Bring Back Our Boys'

American Jewish singer Shmueli sings a moving prayer for the kidnapped teens, self-composed and containing words from the Psalms.