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UN Chief Condemns Rockets, but Urges ‘Maximum Restraint’

Ban Ki-Moon tones down criticism of Israel in visit to Jerusalem, but continues call for ‘restraint,’ end to fighting.

UN Chief Condemns Rockets, but Urges ‘Maximum Restraint’

US and European Airlines Suspend Flights to Israel

Rocket strike near airport leads American flight agency to temporarily ban travel to Ben-Gurion Airport.

US and European Airlines Suspend Flights to Israel

Soldier: Terrorists Charged with Babies in Hand

Shocking testimony from hospitalized soldiers reveals extent of Hamas’ use of children as human shields.

Soldier: Terrorists Charged with Babies in Hand

28th Fallen Soldier Identified

Staff Sergeant Evyatar Turgeman, 20, was killed in Gaza on Tuesday morning.

28th Fallen Soldier Identified

14 Terrorists Killed, 187 Targets Destroyed

Demolished terror targets include tunnels, command centers, missile launchers and a weapons factory.

14 Terrorists Killed, 187 Targets Destroyed

Think of G-d and Fight From the Book of Nehemiah

Think of G-d and Fight From the Book of Nehemiah

Netanyahu to Ambassadors: Stand Up to Hamas

Netanyahu to ambassadors: ‘Any democracy’ would react to rockets as Israel has.

Netanyahu to Ambassadors: Stand Up to Hamas

Paris Allows Anti-Israel Protests to Resume Despite Violence

French Prime Minister Manuel Valls condemns 'hatred' in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, but says protesters have 'legitimate motives.'

Paris Allows Anti-Israel Protests to Resume Despite Violence

Erdogan 'Not Talking' to Barack Obama

Turkish Prime Minister lashes back at US over foreign policy in Syria, Gaza. US: his comments are 'offensive and awful.'

Erdogan 'Not Talking' to Barack Obama

Hundreds Join Pro-Hamas Demonstration in Ramallah

'Day of Rage' in Israel Monday finds parallel in PA, as demonstrators insist Hamas is the 'only way' to actualize Palestinians' demands.

Hundreds Join Pro-Hamas Demonstration in Ramallah

Wounded Golani Brigade Commander to Return to the Front

Col. Gen. Rasan Alian, first Druze leader of Golani, vows to complete Israel's mission in Gaza.

Wounded Golani Brigade Commander to Return to the Front

Missing Soldier Named: Sgt. Oron Shaul, 21

The IDF thinks Hamas may have taken a part of his body from the charred APC. His family was told that the chances that he is alive are slim.

Missing Soldier Named: Sgt. Oron Shaul, 21

Terror Volley Over Gush Dan; Rocket Strikes Yehud

Home decimated in Yahud; twelve people treated for shock and minor injuries.

Terror Volley Over Gush Dan; Rocket Strikes Yehud

Minister Calls Out US on Pro-Palestinian Focus

Yisrael Katz blasts Obama for calling for ceasefire, asks 'What about the citizens of Israel?'

Minister Calls Out US on Pro-Palestinian Focus

Only in Gaza: Terrorists in Ambulance Getaway

IAF video proves terrorists are up to their old tricks, using ambulances for a getaway after a terror attack.

Only in Gaza: Terrorists in Ambulance Getaway

Names of Six IDF Soldiers Killed in APC Sunday Released

List of IDF soldiers killed Sunday in a single armored personnel carrier revealed; one was a lone soldier from Los Angeles. One is missing.

Names of Six IDF Soldiers Killed in APC Sunday Released

More Video of Gaza Gunfight with Tunnel Terrorists

The incident has been captured on IDF color video from the ground, and not just in grainy surveillance video.

More Video of Gaza Gunfight with Tunnel Terrorists

IDF Says Fate of 'Abducted' Soldier's Body is Unclear

Only the bodies of 6 of the 7 soldiers who were in an APC hit Sunday have been identified. Hamas says it has the seventh.

IDF Says Fate of 'Abducted' Soldier's Body is Unclear

Ongoing Fierce Fighting in Shejaiya Despite 100 IDF Strikes

Since the Gaza operation began, 3,200 terror targets have been eliminated, 180 terrorists killed and 59 tunnels destroyed.

Ongoing Fierce Fighting in Shejaiya Despite 100 IDF Strikes

Report: Hamas's High Demands Preventing Cease-Fire

'Conditions' for truce even more ridiculous than what was leaked to the media, sources say - and Hamas, not Israel, is stalling.

Report: Hamas's High Demands Preventing Cease-Fire

Kerry Pledges $47 Million in Aid for Gaza

U.S. Secretary of State says Gaza operation is "appropriate and legitimate" but adds he is "deeply concerned" about its consequences.

Kerry Pledges $47 Million in Aid for Gaza

250 Gather in Tel Aviv for Pro-Israel Protest

"We love Israel, we trust the IDF," say protesters who gathered in Tel Aviv for demonstration in support of Gaza operation.

250 Gather in Tel Aviv for Pro-Israel Protest

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Two more IDF soldiers killed in Gaza. A total of 27 officers and soldiers killed in Operation Protective Edge so far.

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

U.S. Issues Travel Warning to Israel and Gaza

Americans warned against traveling to Israel and Gaza, urged to postpone any visits amid the current conflict.

U.S. Issues Travel Warning to Israel and Gaza

Turkish Businesses Boycotting Israeli Products Because of Gaza

Turkish businesses and local authorities are joining a campaign to boycott products from Israel due to its operation in Gaza.

Turkish Businesses Boycotting Israeli Products Because of Gaza

Bennett: Continue Operation Until There Are No More Tunnels

Economy Minister says that Operation Protective Edge should not be stopped until the terror tunnels are taken care of.

Bennett: Continue Operation Until There Are No More Tunnels

Unconfirmed Report: Ceasefire Coming on Tuesday

Lebanese-based television network says a ceasefire in Gaza is imminent. Report not confirmed in Israel.

Unconfirmed Report: Ceasefire Coming on Tuesday

Israeli Arabs Protest IDF Attack on Hamas Terrorists

Arabs in Jaffa conducted a relatively calm protest Monday, after a much wilder one in Nazareth, over the IDF's operation in Gaza.

Israeli Arabs Protest IDF Attack on Hamas Terrorists

International Powers Repeat Calls for Cease-Fire in Gaza

Calls for cease-fire, 'end to violence,' grow - despite the fact that Hamas has rejected three attempts thus far.

International Powers Repeat Calls for Cease-Fire in Gaza

Dramatic Footage as Anti-Israel Rioters Clash with French Police

Violence occurred after far-left and Islamist groups defied ban on demonstrations; synagogue and police station also attacked.

Dramatic Footage as Anti-Israel Rioters Clash with French Police

Operation Protective Edge

Seven More IDF Soldiers, Officers Killed

Death toll in Operation Protective Edge reaches 25 Monday. Thirty injured.

Seven More IDF Soldiers, Officers Killed

PM Excoriates Hamas on International News Channels

Netanyahu brands Hamas 'the enemy of the Palestinian people', says terror organization using aid to 'blow up our kindergartens.'

PM Excoriates Hamas on International News Channels

US Calls for Israel to 'Do More' for Palestinian Civilians

US insists Israel must 'live up to own moral standard' on protecting Palestinians...even when they cooperate with Hamas.

US Calls for Israel to 'Do More' for Palestinian Civilians

Turkey Declares 'Three Days of Mourning' for Gaza

Deputy Prime Minister calls Operation Protective Edge a 'massacre' in latest anti-Israel move.

Turkey Declares 'Three Days of Mourning' for Gaza

Haniyeh: No Cease-Fire Unless Our Demands Met

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh reiterates that there will be no cease-fire until Israel acquiesces to its demands.

Haniyeh: No Cease-Fire Unless Our Demands Met

Meshaal, Abbas Unite to Push for 'End to Israeli Aggression'

Palestinian Arab leaders unite to force Israel into accepting Hamas's unprecedented set of conditions for a cease-fire.

Meshaal, Abbas Unite to Push for 'End to Israeli Aggression'

Nazareth Arabs Riot on 'Day of Rage'

Over 3,000 Israeli Arabs marched, threw rocks and bottles, and waved PLO flags as they protested the IDF's battle against Hamas terrorists.

Nazareth Arabs Riot on 'Day of Rage'

'Television Protest' for Gaza in Lebanon

Lebanese factions, stations unite in 'solidarity for Palestine,' hours after Hassan Nasrallah openly supported 'resistance' against Israel.

'Television Protest' for Gaza in Lebanon

Soccer Fans to Flood Lone Soldier's Funeral

A Haifa soccer club called on its fans to attend the funeral of lone soldier Nissim Sean Carmeli.

Soccer Fans to Flood Lone Soldier's Funeral

Operation Protective Edge

Revealed: Hamas Wore IDF Uniforms in Latest Infiltration Attempt

Initial investigation shows IDF first mistook 'unit' in the distance as reinforcements - until they saw Kalashnikov assault rifles.

Revealed: Hamas Wore IDF Uniforms in Latest Infiltration Attempt

Liberman: Boycott Striking Arab Businesses

Foreign Minister calls on Israelis not to buy at Arab stores that closed their doors Monday in protest over IDF activity in Gaza.

Liberman: Boycott Striking Arab Businesses

Nasrallah Supports Hamas, Islamic Jihad in 'Resistance'

Hezbollah leader backs 'Palestinian resistance' against Israel's self-defense operation, encourages 'intifada.'

Nasrallah Supports Hamas, Islamic Jihad in 'Resistance'

Worker Suspended for Pro-Terror Facebook Post

Tzfat: worker reposted a Hamas message calling Zionists 'the enemy of humanity.'

Worker Suspended for Pro-Terror Facebook Post

UNHRC Calls Emergency Meeting Over Protective Edge

UNHRC calls meeting on behalf of Arab states, weeks after High Commissioner claimed Israel's self-defense was 'illegitimate.'

UNHRC Calls Emergency Meeting Over Protective Edge

Hamas: Cease-Fire Only If We Get Free Electricity

Hamas said that if Israel wants a cease-fire, it's going to have to pay - in free electricity for Gaza.

Hamas: Cease-Fire Only If We Get Free Electricity

Pro-Palestinian Protests, Propaganda Reach Japan

Latest protest in Tokyo buys into Hamas PR war, claims 'stop the killing in Gaza.'

Pro-Palestinian Protests, Propaganda Reach Japan

IDF Photo Shows Rockets Fired From Hospital

The IDF released further evidence Monday of how Hamas was firing rockets at Israel from homes, playgrounds - even hospitals.

IDF Photo Shows Rockets Fired From Hospital

German Jewish Community Condemns Virulent Anti-Semitism

Multiple incidents in Germany and throughout Europe lead to outcry over 'explosion of hate.'

German Jewish Community Condemns Virulent Anti-Semitism

Accusations Fly After Report Claims UAE Supports Israel

Al-Jazeera claimed UAE supports Operation Protective Edge, prompting a fiery response from Abu Dhabi.

Accusations Fly After Report Claims UAE Supports Israel

Fatah Celebrates 'Abduction' of Soldier

Official Facebook page of Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah shows activists passing out sweets in joy over alleged kidnapping.

Fatah Celebrates 'Abduction' of Soldier

Truce Efforts Intensify as Kerry, Ban Head to Cairo

Kerry will seek 'an immediate cessation of hostilities based on a return to the November 2012 ceasefire agreement'.

Truce Efforts Intensify as Kerry, Ban Head to Cairo

Home Video Captures Rocket Terror in Ashdod

This home video probably captures the fear caused by Hamas's deliberate targeting of Israeli civilians, better than any other to date.

Home Video Captures Rocket Terror in Ashdod

MDA Donates Shelters to Be'er Sheva

Two transportable concrete shelters placed in a neighborhood where residents lack protection from rockets.

MDA Donates Shelters to Be'er Sheva

Dramatic Footage Shows Gunfight with Infiltrators

Rare video documentation shows terrorists who entered through a tunnel hiding in grass, being engaged by IDF.

Dramatic Footage Shows Gunfight with Infiltrators

Another Terrorist Infiltration Foiled

Initial reports of an infiltration by terrorists, who were killed by security forces in the Gaza Belt region.

Another Terrorist Infiltration Foiled

Killed in Action: The Faces of the Golani Heroes

Seven of 13 combat soldiers who were killed in the close fighting at the Battle of Shejaya have been identified.

 Killed in Action: The Faces of the Golani Heroes

Israel Denies Abduction Claims but Arabs Celebrate

Hamas claimed it had kidnapped an IDF soldier, prompting celebrations in the streets of Gaza, Hevron and Jerusalem.

Israel Denies Abduction Claims but Arabs Celebrate

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy, Call for More Rockets

Demonstrators near the Israeli embassy in Amman chant "Death to Israel" as they call for Hamas to step up rocket attacks.

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy, Call for More Rockets

Watch: Berlin Imam Prays for the Annihilation of Jews

Imam in Berlin calls in a sermon for “the annihilation of Jews” who he says are “slayers of prophets.”

Watch: Berlin Imam Prays for the Annihilation of Jews

Kerry to Visit Cairo to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet with senior officials from Egypt and other countries about bringing about a ceasefire in Gaza.

Kerry to Visit Cairo to Broker Gaza Ceasefire