Operation Protective Edge

Israel Announces 7-Hour Humanitarian Ceasefire

Israel will hold its fire for a seven-hour "humanitarian window" starting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday.

Netanyahu: The Operation Continues Until its Goals Are Reached

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu reiterates that Operation Protective Edge in Gaza will continue for as long as necessary.

U.S. Blasts Israel for 'Disgraceful' Attack on UN School

Israel once again criticized for an attack on a United Nations school in Gaza.

IDF to Southern Residents: It's Safe to Go Home

Despite claims by the IDF that it had gotten all the Gaza terror tunnels, many residents of border towns are hesitant about returning.

JNF Raises $4 Million for Emergency War Help

The money will go, among other things, to set up mini-shelters, which will allow residents of southern towns some freedom.

Organization Helps Children With Special Needs Cope Under Fire

It's tough being a child in southern Israel, many of whom have just seconds to find shelter. But for some, the challenge is harder still.

UK Israel Activists Stage 'Siren Flash Mob' in Trafalgar Square

Pro-Israel activists stage creative demonstration to 'show the public what it's like to live under rocket fire'.

Photos and Video: Motorcycles Found Inside Attack Tunnel

Three motorcycles were found facing Israel, and were to be used for attacking Israeli civilians in a murderous rampage.

Ironic Moment as Rocket Interrupts French Reporter

France 24 reporter Gallagher Fenwick was declaiming Gaza's woes when something surprising happened.

Thousands Attend Emotional Funeral of Lt. Hadar Goldin H"yd

With tears and fond memories of his remarkable life, family, friends, and ordinary Israelis bid farewell to Hadar.

Hamas Fires 70 Rockets and Shells; One Man Wounded

One rocket intercepted over greater Tel Aviv. Another over Be'er Sheva. Man wounded in Shaar Hanegev.

Arutz Sheva interview

How Will it End? Bibi's Unenviable Choice

Israel's former security adviser says that with the destruction of Gaza's tunnels almost complete, the gov't faces a crucial decision.

China's Foreign Minister Calls for Truce, End of Gaza Blockade

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemns 'excessive force', at press conference with Egyptian counterpart.

EU Calls on Israel, Hamas to 'Immediately' Cease Fire

"Legitimate defense needs to maintain proportionality," said a statement on behalf of the bloc's 28 member states.

PA Factions to Meet With Egyptians Sunday Night

Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the PA are ready to present Hamas' cease-fire demands to Egypt.

Hamas: Israel 'Made Up Story' on Soldier's Kidnapping

Hamas spokespeople can't make their mind up: Did they or didn't they kidnap and murder Hadar Goldin?

Car Sales Down in July; Blame the War

July was not a bumper month for car sales. Operation Protective Edge has put a damper on the Israeli economy.

Leftist MKs Push Peace Talks Despite Gaza Situation

Opposition calls for conflict to be resolved through resumption of peace talks - even though Hamas has broken five ceasefires.

Possible Security Incident in Ashkelon Coast Area

Residents warned to stay in their homes, explosions heard; IDF does not confirm incident yet.

Netanyahu Told US: Never Second-Guess Me Again on Hamas

Binyamin Netanyahu allegedly called up Daniel Shapiro and John Kerry to say 'I told you so' after Hamas broke truce.

Watch: IDF Soldiers Celebrate Shabbat in the Middle of Combat

Even amid fierce fighting, Jewish soldiers find the time to celebrate Shabbat in Gaza.

Poll: 5 Times More Religious Americans Support Israel than PA

Religiously-affiliated Americans show far higher proclivity to supporting Israel over the Palestinians - but why?

London Calls for Ceasefire, Claims UK 'Deeply Disturbed' by War

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond urges unconditional truce in Gaza, saying UK is 'deeply disturbed' media coverage of operation.

Cleared for Publication

Slain Soldier Lt. Hadar Goldin Was Ya'alon's Close Relative

Gag order lifted on murdered soldier's relationship to Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon; funeral arrangements have been made.

Former IDF Rabbi Speaks on Deaths of IDF Soldiers

Rabbi Avihai Ronski speaks to Arutz Sheva about the IDF and the mourning process, after difficult and emotional funeral for killed soldier.

Hamas Delegation Arrives in Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Israel rejects new negotiations, noting Hamas has broken five ceasefire deals in 27 days; Egypt pushes truce for 'real peace.'

IDF 'Toward the End of its Mission' to Destroy Gaza Tunnels

Army initiates limited 'redeployment' of forces in Gaza. 108 terror targets attacked overnight; major weapons cache uncovered.

Video: Manila Motorcade Drives to Support Israel

Vibrant motorcade includes tens of vehicles - all showing solidarity with Israel and its struggle against Hamas.

Watch: IDF Forces Expose Tunnel, Destroy Booby Trapped Building

Videos give an inside glimpse to the IDF's search-and-destroy process in Gaza.

Minister Urges IDF to Finish Hamas, Prevent Escalation

Uzi Landau fires at claims that the operation in Gaza is nearly done, warns that Hamas may have chemical weapons next time around.

Thousands Rally Against Israel Outside the White House

In anti-Israel protest outside the White House, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is equated with Hitler.

Chile: Protesters Call to Cut Ties with Israel

Thousands march in Chile's capital, urging president to break off diplomatic relations with Israel.

IDF Declares Death of Missing Soldier Hadar Goldin

The IDF declared missing IDF officer Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, said to have been captured by Hamas, dead.

Watch: Hundreds Sing and Pray Near Home of MIA Officer

Hundreds of friends and neighbors gathered near the home of missing IDF Officer Hadar Goldin to express their support and demand his return.

Operation Protective Edge

Ya'alon Vows to 'Cripple Terrorism'

Defense Minister praises IDF's 'devotion to the mission,' says Israel 'has no illusions about Hamas.'

Islamist Sheikh Leads Anti-Israel Protest, Sparks Outcry

Sheikh Raed Salah leads 10,000 strong protest against Israel in the Galilee; Transportation Minister vows to outlaw Salah's movement.

Egypt Pushes Cease-Fire as 'Real Chance' to End Gaza War

Cairo insists Egyptian ceasefire proposal 'a chance to find a solution to Gaza crisis' after Hamas kidnaps Israeli soldier.

US Promises Intelligence Aid to Locate Abducted Soldier

John Kerry assures Yair Lapid that the US will aid in search for Lt. Hadar Goldin, as operation find abducted soldier continues.

Netanyahu: IDF to continue in Gaza 'For as Long as Necessary'

Despite reports that IDF forces pulling out of parts of Gaza, PM vows to finish operation, reveals Israel is working on answer to tunnels.

Missing Soldier's Parents Urge Gov't Not to Abandon Him

Parents of missing soldier Hadar Goldin anguished at prospect of IDF withdrawal without their son, gov't abandoning him.

Elderly Man Seriously Injured in Mortar Attack on Eshkol

77-year-old taken to Soroka Medical Center in serious condition; 631 civilians injured from rocket fire so far.

Abducted IDF Soldier Likely 'Snatched into a Tunnel'

IDF reinforcements discover terror tunnel leading to Hamas-controlled mosque near alleged abduction site; search to find soldier continues.

Ceasefire Talks 'Still On', Says Egypt

Egypt says its invitation to Israeli and PA delegations for ceasefire talks is still in place despite failure of 72-hour humanitarian truce.

UN Chief Calls for Immediate Release of Kidnapped Soldier

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon demands that an Israeli soldier captured in Gaza be released immediately.

Watch: Reporter Confirms Hamas Fires Rockets from Hospital

A Finnish reporter confirms on camera that Hamas fires rockets at Israel from the Shifa hospital in Gaza.

UN Blasts Israel for Not Sharing Iron Dome with Hamas

UN's human rights official condemns Israel for "war crimes", cites its failure to share Iron Dome with the "governing authority" of Gaza.

Cleared for Publication

Breaking Ceasefire, Hamas Abducts Soldier, Kills Two Others

Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin feared abducted, two other soldiers killed. UN spox condemns breach of ceasefire.

Arab Rioter Killed in Samaria as Hamas Calls for 'Intifada'

Injuries, arrests as Arab extremists clash with security forces in Samaria and Jerusalem.

Arutz Sheva Interviewed Abducted Soldier

Late last year, Arutz Sheva spoke to Second Lieutenant Hadar Goldin and his twin brother as both completed the IDF's officers' course.

Spain: 100s at Anti-Semitic Rally Call to 'Put Fear into Jews'

Footage shows yet another chilling illustration of rising European anti-Semitism.

Netanyahu: Hamas Will 'Bear the Consequences' for Abduction

PM says Israel will 'take all necessary steps' after Hamas breaks ceasefire to kill two soldiers, take another hostage.

White House Condemns 'Barbaric' Breach of Truce by Hamas

US slams breach of Gaza truce in which IDF soldier feared abducted; talks over long-term ceasefire suspended.

Sderot Yeshiva Reaches Out to Support Soldiers

Nine years since the expulsion from Gush Katif in Gaza, Sderot's yeshiva is once again acting as a beacon of strength for the south.

MKs Urge Netanyahu to Stop Cease-Fire Agreements

'We call on the Prime Minister to return Israel her sovereignty,' Miri Regev fires.

Names of Five Slain Soldiers Released

All five served in 188th Armored 'Lightning' Brigade.

Humanitarian Ceasefire Broken; Heavy Fighting in Gaza

Israel, Hamas officially accept US, UN ceasefire proposal - which only holds for two hours.

Jerusalem: Arabs Attack Woman for Attempting to Remove PLO Flag

Flag sighted near the Lion's Gate in Old City; police take action only after teenagers guarding the flag riot.

Zionism, Jews, and Self-Haters

Tzohar Calls on Diaspora Communities to Fly Israeli Flag

Rabbi David Stav, Tzohar chairman, calls on global support for Israel - both abroad and by visiting the Jewish state.

Reservists in Judea-Samaria Prepare for Long-Term Deployment

Motivation is very high for reservists called up to replace elite units in Judea-Samaria, officer says - thanks to public support.