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Lebanese Army Arrests Two Terrorists Over Rockets on Israel

Brothers fired rockets into Galilee last week; a third suspect, from Islamic Jihad, was arrested earlier in the operation.

Lebanese Army Arrests Two Terrorists Over Rockets on Israel

Netanyahu to Hamas: 'We Will Fight You and Defeat You'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu defends Israel's right to self-defense Wednesday, calls out international hypocrisy.

Netanyahu to Hamas: 'We Will Fight You and Defeat You'

Watch: Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Visits Front Line Troops

Rabbi Shlomo Amar blesses, prays with hundreds of soldiers; troops and officers alike thank rabbi for 'uplifting' visit.

Watch: Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Visits Front Line Troops

Arab MK Stages 'Moment of Silence' for Gaza Dead in Knesset

MK Basel Ghattas's 'moment of silence' spoofs Memorial Day ceremony; many 'civilian' casualties in Gaza likely not civilians at all.

Arab MK Stages 'Moment of Silence' for Gaza Dead in Knesset

Ministers Weigh Ground Offensive, Call Up More Reservists

Experts: Israel has 'no choice' but to enter Gaza to meet bare-minimum goal of stopping Hamas rocket fire; 8,000 more reservists called up.

Ministers Weigh Ground Offensive, Call Up More Reservists

The Israeli Navy's 'Silent Commandos' in Gaza

The IDF may be primarily using airstrikes to hit Hamas and other terrorists, but the navy is playing a significant role of its own.

The Israeli Navy's 'Silent Commandos' in Gaza

Watch: IDF Urges Civilians to Leave Areas Targeted for Strikes

Leaflets dropped, phone messages sent to 100,000 people before major airstrike. Hamas dismisses humanitarianism as 'scare tactic.'

Watch: IDF Urges Civilians to Leave Areas Targeted for Strikes

IDF Strikes 60 Terror Targets in Gaza

Total targets eliminated in 24 hours tops 120 as Hamas allegedly weighs a cease-fire.

IDF Strikes 60 Terror Targets in Gaza

Hamas Sends Threatening Text Messages to Israelis

Messages claim that Israel 'legally bound' to tolerate Hamas rockets unless it capitulates to cease-fire demands.

Hamas Sends Threatening Text Messages to Israelis

Report: Terrorists Offer 10-Year Truce

Hamas and Islamic Jihad want all crossings into Gaza opened, an international airport and more, says unconfirmed report.

Report: Terrorists Offer 10-Year Truce

As Rockets Strike, Liberman Again Urges Gaza Ground Offensive

During visit to Ashkelon with his Norwegian counterpart, Israeli foreign minister keeps up criticism of gov't response to rocket fire.

As Rockets Strike, Liberman Again Urges Gaza Ground Offensive

Danon Unrepentant after Dismissal

MK Danny Danon sacked as Deputy Defense Minister after he accused Netanyahu of displaying 'a weak, leftist spirit'.

Danon Unrepentant after Dismissal

Israeli University Fights War on Another Front

Student Union at Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya (IDC) opens ‘hasbara’ room in effort to fill public diplomacy vacuum.

Israeli University Fights War on Another Front

Watch: Jewish Youths Fight Back Against Islamist Mob in Paris

Video appears to show clashes outside the Don Yitzchak Abarbanel synagogue in Paris, as Muslim extremists attempted to force their way in.

Watch: Jewish Youths Fight Back Against Islamist Mob in Paris

IDF Hits 100 Targets in 24 Hours, Including 47 Buried Launchers

Among the targets hit: operational infrastructure of senior Hamas leaders Mahmoud a-Zahar, Ismail Ashkar and Nasser Abu Nasser.

IDF Hits 100 Targets in 24 Hours, Including 47 Buried Launchers

Undeterred by Rockets, 400 French Jews to Make Aliyah Today

Jewish Agency notes record figures in French aliyah still on track despite rocket attacks; many choosing to live in southern Israel.

Undeterred by Rockets, 400 French Jews to Make Aliyah Today

Large Rocket Salvo at Tel Aviv, 4 Rockets Intercepted

Sirens and explosions throughout Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Petah Tikva, Herzliya, Raanana and Kfar Shemaryahu. Nine treated for emotional shock.

Large Rocket Salvo at Tel Aviv, 4 Rockets Intercepted

Dror was Killed as He Gave Gift Bags to Soldiers

Dror Hanin, 38, married and a father of 3, was killed by a Hamas mortar shell on the Gaza border.

Dror was Killed as He Gave Gift Bags to Soldiers

Gaza Death Toll Passes 200; Israel has One Fatality

New air and tank strikes in Gaza early Wednesday killed several people, bringing toll on Arab side to 204. One Israeli has been killed.

Gaza Death Toll Passes 200; Israel has One Fatality

Poll: Most Israelis Object to Ceasefire with Hamas

The majority of the Israeli public is against a ceasefire with Hamas, but is also pessimistic that rocket fire will stop.

Poll: Most Israelis Object to Ceasefire with Hamas

American Jewish Leaders in Israel on Solidarity Visit

Group of 30 prominent American Jewish leaders visit Israel, meet with residents who have been affected by the endless rocket attacks.

American Jewish Leaders in Israel on Solidarity Visit

Turkey Trying to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Turkey steps up diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, but this will be difficult given its tense relations with Israel.

Turkey Trying to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Israeli Airstrike Hits Home of Senior Hamas Leader

Israel hits empty Gaza home of Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar and several other senior Hamas officials.

Israeli Airstrike Hits Home of Senior Hamas Leader

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IDF Warns Northern Gaza Residents to Evacuate Their Homes

IDF tells residents of two northern Gaza neighborhoods that an airstrike against terrorists is impending.

IDF Warns Northern Gaza Residents to Evacuate Their Homes

Terrorists Fire Rockets at Kiryat Gat

Three rockets fired from Gaza intercepted by Iron Dome over Kiryat Gat, south of Tel Aviv.

Terrorists Fire Rockets at Kiryat Gat

US Remains Committed to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Sec. of State John Kerry to 'remain engaged with the parties' to broker truce, opposes IDF ground op. but supports 'right to self-defense'.

US Remains Committed to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Rocket Kills 30 Cows at Gaza-Border Kibbutz

Footage shows devastation wrought by rocket fire on livelihood of Israeli farmers, ranchers - and just how deadly rockets can be.

Rocket Kills 30 Cows at Gaza-Border Kibbutz

Why a Ground Invasion Is Imperative

Why a Ground Invasion Is Imperative

Netanyahu Fires Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon

Long-time critic of prime minister's leadership given the boot after criticism of ceasefire deal proves the last straw.

Netanyahu Fires Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'State Terrorism'

Turkish Prime Minister attacks Israel, as rockets continue to rain on civilians and Hamas rejects ceasefire.

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'State Terrorism'

Rockets Fired at Tel Aviv, Southern Israel; 1 Dead

Ceasefire prospects look far off as ever, as Gazan terrorist launch blistering salvo of rockets against major Israeli cities, killing one.

Rockets Fired at Tel Aviv, Southern Israel; 1 Dead

Netanyahu Promises 'Great Force' Until Hamas Stops Rockets

Prime Minister promises to do 'everything necessary' until rocket fire ceases, after renewed aggression leaves 1 dead.

Netanyahu Promises 'Great Force' Until Hamas Stops Rockets

Kerry Condemns Hamas Rejection of Ceasefire

US Secretary of State John Kerry states Israel has the right to defend itself against 'brazen' Hamas attacks; pushes for a ceasefire.

Kerry Condemns Hamas Rejection of Ceasefire

IDF Launches Targeted Attacks against 30 Terror Hotspots in Gaza

IDF forces target and hit 30 terrorist positions on Tuesday in response to Hamas' rejection of Egypt-initiated ceasefire.

IDF Launches Targeted Attacks against 30 Terror Hotspots in Gaza

Bennett Calls on Hamas 'Cowards' to Stop Using Human Shields

Israeli Economics Minister rejects criticism from 'human rights' groups: 'even if we hand out chocolate they'll criticize us'.

Bennett Calls on Hamas 'Cowards' to Stop Using Human Shields

Liberman: IDF Operation Should 'Go All the Way', Retake Gaza

Foreign Minister says Israel should take advantage of Hamas's rejection of ceasefire agreement to decisively defeat them.

Liberman: IDF Operation Should 'Go All the Way', Retake Gaza

Netanyahu: Israel Expects 'Full Support' From World Leaders

Speaking at a press conference with German foreign minister, PM says Hamas rejection of ceasefire leaves Israel with only one option.

Netanyahu: Israel Expects 'Full Support' From World Leaders

Cease-Fire?

Nearly 50 Rockets Rain Down on Israel Since Egyptian 'Truce'

Rockets fall all over Israel after Hamas rejects Egyptian 'truce' deal. Netanyahu: stop or operation will widen.

Nearly 50 Rockets Rain Down on Israel Since Egyptian 'Truce'

Italian Foreign Minister Visits Rocket-Stricken Southern City

Israeli FM Avigdor Liberman takes Italian counterpart on a tour of Ashdod, says Israel must respond to rockets 'like any normal country'.

Italian Foreign Minister Visits Rocket-Stricken Southern City

Watch: Arabs Rejoice as Missiles Fall Near Them in Ashdod

A Facebook video of missile strikes on the port city was apparently taped by Arab workers from atop a building under construction.

Watch: Arabs Rejoice as Missiles Fall Near Them in Ashdod

ICRC: Gaza's Water Supply Suffering from Operation

Red Cross delegation leader claims clean water, electricity to Gaza suffering as a result of operation. But is it true?

ICRC: Gaza's Water Supply Suffering from Operation

IDF Renews Strikes in Gaza After Hamas Rejects Ceasefire

More than 40 rockets have been fired on Israel since 9:00 a.m. truce declared; after hours of restraint, Israel responds.

IDF Renews Strikes in Gaza After Hamas Rejects Ceasefire

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'Twelve Killed' in Israeli Strike on Syrian Targets

IAF responds to Monday's rockets against northern Israel by striking targets in Quneitra; Syrian NGO says 12 were killed.

'Twelve Killed' in Israeli Strike on Syrian Targets

Kerry Urges Hamas to Accept Ceasefire with Israel

US Secretary of State welcomed Israel's decision to accept the proposal. Netanyahu: we are giving a chance to demilitarization.

Kerry Urges Hamas to Accept Ceasefire with Israel

IDF Videos: Special Forces Raid, Air Strikes

The IDF continues to provide footage of its operations against Hamas in Gaza.

IDF Videos: Special Forces Raid, Air Strikes

MKs Split Over Cease-Fire with Hamas

Truce highlights deeply divided views on Israel and Hamas; leftist MKs insist the truce should mark the resumption of peace talks.

MKs Split Over Cease-Fire with Hamas

Security Cabinet Agrees to Cease-Fire with Hamas

IAF to stop striking Gaza at 9:00 am - despite Hamas's refusal to adhere to the terms and conditions.

Security Cabinet Agrees to Cease-Fire with Hamas

Minister Warns: Cease-Fire to Put Political Pressure on Israel

Cease-fire would hurt Israel more than help, according to Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz - and is both a security and political risk.

Minister Warns: Cease-Fire to Put Political Pressure on Israel

Hamas Using Mosques as Front for Terrorism

Israeli report: Hamas using mosques to hide terror activity, training camps - then cry 'religious persecution' when they are targeted.

Hamas Using Mosques as Front for Terrorism

Hamas Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

"A ceasefire without reaching an agreement is rejected," Hamas spokesman says of Egypt's proposal.

Hamas Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

Hamas 'Takes Over' Channel 10

Hamas takes over satellite for few minutes, shows viewers pictures of Gaza wounded.

Hamas 'Takes Over' Channel 10

IDF Spokesperson Explains Challenges in Fighting Hamas

Lt. Col. Peter Lerner explains the difficulties Israel faces in its struggle against Hamas, which uses civilians as human shields.

IDF Spokesperson Explains Challenges in Fighting Hamas

Dan Shapiro Visits Ashdod, Meets Resident Injured by Rocket

US Ambassador to Israel visits Ashdod in solidarity visit, supports Israel's right to self-defense.

Dan Shapiro Visits Ashdod, Meets Resident Injured by Rocket

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Hamas leader warns his group will not accept any ceasefire that does not “meet the demands of the Palestinian people”.

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Lapid: No New Taxes, Unless War Continues Much Longer

Finance Minister Yair Lapid said that Operation Protective Edge would not have much of an effect on the state budget - hopefully.

Lapid: No New Taxes, Unless War Continues Much Longer

Left and Right-Wing Demonstrators Lock Heads in Jerusalem

Dozens of activists on both the right and left protested in Jerusalem's Zion Square Monday night over the IDF's operation in Gaza.

Left and Right-Wing Demonstrators Lock Heads in Jerusalem

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Two Rockets Fired Towards Eilat

Two people wounded from shrapnel after rocket hits car in resort city. 11 suffered shock.

Two Rockets Fired Towards Eilat

Nationalist MKs Outraged Over Impending Ceasefire

Egypt’s proposal for a ceasefire is "a disaster", says Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Nationalist MKs Outraged Over Impending Ceasefire