Operation Protective Edge

Post-War 'Baby Boom': 49 Born in One Hospital Over Holidays

Two sets of triplets born in two hours during busy day for Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot; director says a 'baby boom' follows every major war.

Hamas Toughens Conditions for Releasing Soldiers' Bodies

Hamas demands release of terrorists from 2014 deal, 63 terrorists rearrested since 2011 for bodies of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul.

Report: Hamas Using Heavy Machinery to Re-Dig Terror Tunnels

Terror group shifting focus to short-range rockets and ground assaults; equipment apparently visible from the border.

WJC's Lauder: 'Dialog' Needed to Deal With Hungrary Anti-Semites

In interview with the Associated Press, WJC President Ron Lauder says he is 'concerned' about the rise of the far-right in Hungary.

Israel's Gaza War Losses Made Up by Gas Money

Operation Protective Edge's financial impact totally covered by mass profits from Israel's new natural gas deposits.

Gaza War Caused Spike in Demands to Be Drafted as Lookouts

A large number of incoming draftees - mostly women - have requested to be assigned to watch security cameras.

In-depth report

'I Lay Injured with My Hand on the Grenade Pin'

Soldiers reveal what happened before Hamas took the body of Oron Shaul - and why the wrong choice of tanks mattered.

Israel Cuts Gazan Lumber Shipments, Importers Say

Gazan importers asserted Monday that Israel has cut lumber shipments from 200 cubic meters a day to nothing to terror-controlled territory.

'Israel Was Not Prepared for Operation Protective Edge'

MK Ofer Shelah (Yesh Atid) asserts security cabinet at fault for lack of preparedness during last summer's Operation Protective Edge.

Top IDF Commander: Hamas Again Digging Tunnels into Israel

IDF Southern Command head General Sami Turgeman said that Hamas is back at it – attempting to dig tunnels into Israel.

Palestinian Arab in Charge of Gaza Reconstruction Resigns

PA 'Economy Minister' Mohammed Mustafa resigns after heavy criticism over slow reconstruction.

Gaza Man Demands 'Refund' After Selling Banksy Door Too Cheap

A Gaza Arab claims that a local artist “duped” him into selling an “original Banksy” for NIS 700, when it is likely worth much more.

Hamas to Face War Crimes Suit in US Department of Justice

Shurat Hadin to file lawsuit on behalf of 26 US citizens who were affected by rocket fire at Ben-Gurion Airport during the Gaza war.

Hamas: Amnesty Report 'Adopts the Israeli Version' of the Story

Hamas criticizes a report by Amnesty International accusing the group of war crimes as being unbalanced.

Leftist Group in Paris Accuses IDF of 'Crimes Against Humanity'

FIDH claims Gaza terrorists' indiscriminate attacks on civilians didn't give IDF 'carte blanche' to commit 'war crimes' in Gaza war.

UN Says Palestinian Death Toll in 2014 Highest Since 1967

OCHA report titled 'Fragmented Lives' claims 1,500 Palestinians civilians killed in 2014, calls on restraint from both sides.

Report: Palestinians Committed War Crimes During Gaza Op

Amnesty International report finds Palestinian terror groups showed 'disregard' for civilian lives during Operation Protective Edge.

Poll Shows Palestinians Hope for Intifada, Rocket Attacks

A poll shows that over two thirds of Palestinians – 68% - support rocket attacks by Hamas against Israeli civilian targets.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

'Choose Life Every Day' - Synagogue Dedicated for Fallen Soldier

Barkat joins Ethiopian Jews commemorating Moshe Malko in new Jerusalem synagogue; 'finding happiness in small things.'

Hamas Terrorist Captured in Gaza War Jailed for 15 Years

Ezzedine al-Qassam terrorist Mohammed Abu Zaraj was part of an ambush foiled by IDF soldiers during Op. Protective Edge.

Gaza Belt Residents Hear Digging, Say They Don't Trust IDF

Multiple residents say they are living on adrenaline after IDF repeatedly denies finding evidence of tunnels despite digging sounds.

MK Slams Professor for Anti-Sephardi Remarks

Professor Amir Hetzroni was slammed from both left and right after he made racist remarks on an interview program earlier Sunday.

Cleared for publication

Hamas Terror Cell Busted in Shechem

Six members of a terror cell building explosives in Shechem busted by Shin Bet, IDF, and police.

6 Criminal Investigations of Soldiers in Gaza War

IDF Military Advocate General announces next stage in 6 cases from counter-terror op., including strike on UNRWA school.

Hamas: 'Holy Obligation' to Attack Israel from Judea and Samaria

Even as Hamas claims to be discussing a long term 'quiet period,' it is planning to open a front against Israel in Judea and Samaria.

Security Experts Ask Netanyahu: Why Should We Vote For You?

Former IDF chiefs and ISA members blast current prime minister for failing in Gaza war, releasing terrorists.

IDF to Shorten Warning Times for Incoming Rockets

15 seconds is not enough: Gaza Belt residents will now be instructed to live in - or next to - shelters during future wars.

Qatar to Build 1,000 Homes for Displaced Gazans

Qatar launches project to build 1,000 homes in Gaza to house locals displaced by last summer's war.

Hamas: We Have Information on Mohammed Deif

Investigations into Hamas leader's fate still underway, Hamas states, warning leaks could 'aid the enemy' in message to informants.

UN Team Asks to Delay Findings of Probe into Protective Edge

UN investigators probing summer Gaza war ask Human Rights Council for postponement to present findings on Israel and Hamas's conduct.

Exposé: Hamas, West and Israel in Talks for 5-Year Ceasefire

Leaked documents reveal total lifting of restrictions on Gaza in exchange for ceasefire, reconciliation with Fatah for 'Palestinian state.'

Galant: Ya'alon Had His Photo Taken Near Hamas's Tunnels

Kulanu party candidate blasts Defense Minister over his handling of Hamas's terror tunnels.

'Bury Last Jew Rat'; Israel Embassy Reveals German Anti-Semitism

'I'm happy Hitler destroyed you'; just a sample of daily racism directed at Israel's ambassador to Berlin.

Ya'alon: I Didn't Intend to Attack Bennett

As competition for Defense Minister heats up, Ya'alon says remarks about minister misconduct during Gaza op not directed at Bennett.

UN Envoy Urges Israel to Investigate Civilian Deaths in Gaza

UN rapporteur Makarim Wibisono says Israel should investigate the deaths of Gazans during Operation Protective Edge.

Three Israelis Indicted for Helping Hamas Build Terror Tunnels

Three Israelis indicted Monday for selling and transferring goods for military use to terror organization Hamas in Gaza.

Kerry 'Defends' Israel as Netanyahu Readies to Address Congress

US Secretary of State John Kerry in Switzerland Monday engaging in talks with Iran and defending Israel before UN Human Rights Council.

Defense Ministry: Hundreds of Soldiers to Receive Compensation

Some 300 IDF soldiers have been declared handicapped as a result of Operation Protective Edge last summer, the Defense Ministry said.

Soldier Awarded for Gaza Bravery; 'I'm No Hero'

Lt. Binyamin Mamo, 22, will receive a citation for courage in Protective Edge, but isn't sure what the fuss is about.

Affected by Hamas Rockets on Ben-Gurion? You're Wanted

Shurat Hadin looking for information from US citizens harmed by closure of airport, so as to put Hamas's Mashaal on trial in America.

IDF's Top Legal Expert Unconcerned by ICC 'War Crimes' Probe

Maj. Gen. Efroni says IDF is conducting investigations on operation that should make ICC trial superfluous.

UN Pushes Donors to Make Good on Gaza Pledges

UN official warns the Security Council that pledges must be donated to 'avoid another escalation in Gaza.'

Operation Protective Edge a 'Success'

Outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz deflects criticism at gov't over summer war - and predicts another conflict in the north.

Yadlin Blasts 'Weak' Government for Op. Protective Edge

'Wide range of options' against Hamas were never utilized during the war, Yadlin states during campaign visit.

A hostile press?

Who Were the 'Journalists' Killed in the Gaza War?

Charges of 'war crimes' have abounded, but new research reveals 'journalists' the IDF supposedly killed were in fact terrorists.

Wounded Badly in Protective Edge, Gadi Yarkoni Returns to Work

Gadi Yarkoni, who lost both of his legs in a mortar blast on last day of the operation, will run for Mayor of the Eshkol Regional Council.

Special Feature

From Brooklyn to Israel's Front Line against Hamas Terror

What moves a 35-year-old father of two to drop everything and join the IDF reserves? 'I knew I had to go.'

IDF Completes the Destruction of a Captured Gaza Terror Tunnel

IDF wipes out all remaining routes of tunnel that was initially disabled in operation Protective Edge.

Arutz Sheva interview

'Miracles' Under Fire in Gaza

Adir Ovadia given citation for taking out three terrorists with his bulldozer while under fire; religious articles survived 'from heaven.'

IDF to Charge Soldiers with Looting During Gaza Op

Military Advocate General to charge soldiers for four incidents of looting during Operation Protective Edge pending a hearing.

Report: Britain Saw Record Levels of Anti-Semitism in 2014

Community Security Trust, said 1,1168 anti-Semitic incidents were reported in Britain in 2014.

Lieutenant Eitan Fund: This Award is for All of Us

Lieutenant awarded second highest IDF honor for service during Operation Protective Edge says the award belongs to entire unit.

'I Did What Was Expected of Me'; IDF to Honor for Gaza Bravery

53 awards for outstanding bravery to be handed out tonight at special ceremony; recipient recalls desperate 40-min battle.

Heroism: Soldier Entered Hamas Terror Tunnel Alone

Sgt. Ohad receives citation of honor for bravery during Gaza op, entering active tunnel with only a pistol to gather intel.

Im Tirtzu: B’Tselem Report on IDF 'Crimes' Funded from Ramallah

B’Tselem report on IDF 'war crimes' during Operation Protective Edge reportedly funded by foundation that aids terror-linked groups.

Lessons from Gaza War: Loads to Be Lightened

IDF techies working on making rocket launchers and bullets 30% lighter than they are now.

Report: Iran Support for Hamas Rekindled

Tehran sending money to Gaza to fund arms smuggling, arsenal rebuilding, senior source says, after two-year hiatus.

IDF Widow Implores: Stop KIA Rumors on WhatsApp

Sivan Bar-Or says she learned her husband was killed from insensitive people who posted it on WhatsApp. She demands the practice end, now.

B'Tselem Report Slams 'Unlawful' War in Gaza

Radical leftist group releases report, claiming Israeli policy was to strike civilians, downplaying Hamas's role in hiding behind residents.

UNRWA: Donors Aren't Paying, So We Can't Rebuild Gaza

UNRWA announces it cannot afford to repair damaged Gaza homes because donors have failed to live up to their pledges to pay.