Operation Protective Edge

Under Pressure, Hamas Would Consider Direct Talks With Israel

Exiled dept. leader Musa Abu-Marzouk says terror group willing to 'break taboo' on talking to Israel, as embattled Islamists need results.

Dept. Defense Minister: Hamas Likely to Restart Hostilities

Unless Israel gives in to its demands, Islamist terror group likely to resume violence, says Tzahi Hanegbi - but not quite yet.

Last Israeli Injured in Gaza War 'Out of Danger'

Gadi Yarkoni, the last Israeli to be injured in Operation Protective Edge, is on his way to recovery after sustaining serious wounds.

EU Dangles Aid Money for Gaza Ceasefire Extension

EU ambassadors say lack of long-term agreement will lead to more violence, provision of EU aid dependent on progress.

Hamas: Cairo Talks to Resume

Abu Marzuq insists talks to resume by September 25, as deadline to discuss Gaza's laundry list of demands looms.

IDF to Probe Two Gaza Strikes

Probe into possible 'breaches of international law' to include July 16 beach strike, July 24 UNRWA school hit.

UN to Investigate Israeli Strikes on Gaza Schools

Ban Ki-Moon tells Arab paper he will 'put on trial' those who struck schools - despite their rampant use as terror sites and weapons caches.

August Tourism Lowest Since 2007 Due to Gaza Operation

32% decrease in tourist entries in August, as tourism ministry scrambles to recover from Hamas terror war.

Liberman Says Each Gaza Operation 'Strengthens' Hamas

Gaza terror group gets diplomatic boon and expands rocket reach in each campaign against Israel, says foreign minister.

Hamas Denies it Will Resume Rocket Fire in Two Weeks' Time

Reports also said Hamas still planning to take over Judea and Samaria; spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri denies claims.

Cardiff Deputy Lord Mayor Slammed for Hamas 'Toy Rockets' Jibe

Israeli consul to Welsh capital says Labor councillor Ali Ahmed should be fired for 'offensive' comments at far-left rally.

Listen: New Ari Lesser Song Compares Hamas to Al Qaeda, Taliban

American-Jewish rapper's new single questions western support for fundamentalist Islamic terror group.

Frmr. Israeli Ambassador Urges Withdrawal from Judea-Samaria

Dr. Michael Oren insists the political right must 'grow up' and present 'peace plan' - weeks after similar plan led to rocket fire, war.

Haniyeh Gloats: Media Adopted Hamas Narrative in Gaza Operation

Hamas leader in Gaza insists international media bought into PR campaign, declares 'media and moral victory.'

Video: IAF's 'Greatest Hits' in Gaza

Arab video shows 50 of the homes blown up in Gaza in IAF strikes during Protective Edge.

Leaders of South Say Renewed Tunnel Digging Means War

Residents of Gaza Belt demand government action as Hamas restarts digging, warn of regional desertion and loss of faith in government.

Liberman: Hamas Demilitarization 'Unlikely'

Despite 50 days of war and 66 soldiers killed in Operation Protective Edge, Israel shouldn't expect Gaza to disarm, Foreign Minister said.

Abbas Threatens to End Hamas Unity Deal

PA chairman says in Cairo he 'can't trust Hamas,' makes outlandish claim that Hamas only lost '50 fighters' in Gaza, while Fatah lost 850.

Hamas: We'll Demilitarize if Israel Does

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh vehemently opposes demilitarization attempts, say weapons are 'holy' in 'Palestinian struggle.'

The UN, accused

Little Daniel's Mother Asks Ban Ki Moon: Why Are You Silent?

Gila Tragerman, mother of murdered four year-old Daniel, pens a poignant letter to the man who wants Israel's 'war crimes' investigated.

Former Head of IDF Intel: Israel Doesn't Need to Fear ISIS

Former head of Military Intelligence Amos Yadlin on Wednesday says IDF would have no problem handling 'Islamic State'.

PA TV Feeds Into 9/11 Conspiracy: 'Israel Did It'

A video clip comparing an IDF attack on a Hamas stronghold and the Twin Towers highlights the PA's anti-Israel incitement

Lapid: I'll Quit the Government if Taxes Are Raised

Finance Minister declares he will not be part of the government if it raises taxes following Operation Protective Edge in Gaza.

Rabbinical Support for Prime Minister Netanyahu

PM meets with Tzohar rabbis in mutual show of gratitude and support.

Senior Official Says IDF Underestimated Hamas

IDF official says a 'tactical assessment mistake' was made in Gaza operation, but terror groups were left 'in very bad shape.'

South Residents Protest by Disrupting Knesset Meeting

'Instead of debating 0% VAT law help us with war damages' shout residents of hard-hit south, in protest labeled by some as 'cynical.'

War Crimes Indictment Filed Against Hamas Head at ICC

Shurat Hadin civil rights group turns to International Criminal Court over Hamas's summary executions of dozens of 'collaborators'.

Netanyahu Praises IDF Soldiers, Calls on UN to Investigate Hamas

Speaking before naval cadets, PM Netanyahu says the IDF is the most moral army in the world.

Ya'alon: Gaza War Cost Military $2.5 Billion

Defense Minister summarizes war at economic conference, says budget cuts to come - and Hamas's arsenal not entirely gone.

PLO to Push Three-Year Deadline for Israeli Withdrawals in UN

PA threatens ICC prosecution if Israel refuses to withdraw from Judea-Samaria - despite evidence that both would hinder peace.

Wounded IDF Soldier Astounds Doctors With Miraculous Recovery

Serious leg, hand wounds no match for brave IDF soldier who has breezed through Soroka's ICU.

Principal Comes Back to School From Gaza Operation

High school principal and IDF commander in Operation Protective Edge tells Arutz Sheva about new school year amid losses.

Hundreds Attend Funeral of IDF Soldier Shahar Shalev

'We had five and a half weeks to bid you farewell,' eulogizes father of the 20-year-old who died of his wounds from Gaza op. on Sunday.

Watch: PA Charges IDF of 'Same Terror' as 9/11 Attack

With blatantly flawed logic PA TV runs an ad juxtaposing IDF strike on terror building and Al Qaeda terrorism in New York.

Rivlin Says 'Our Victory is in Our Creativity and Learning'

President Reuven Rivlin spends the first day of the school year in the Negev, where he saw the Israeli 'victory' many have sought.

Netanyahu Promises Sderot's Children 'Education and Security'

Ministers tour southern schools to open new academic year in show of solidarity; Sderot mayor: our children are warriors.

ISIS in Gaza?

Report: Islamic State Fighter Killed During Gaza Operation

In a worrying illustration of IS network in Gaza, Saudi Arabian veteran of jihadi battlefields had traveled from Syria to fight Israel.

Leading Turkish Jews Protest Anti-Semitism over Israel's Gaza Op

Turkish-Jewish intellectuals sign letter denouncing 'racist' targeting of Jews over Israel.

Cabinet Approves Funding for Gaza Belt

State to invest 1.3 billion shekels in five-year plan for the economic and communal development of the area hardest hit by Gaza terror.

Bereaved Mother: Shahar Had Blue Eyes Like the Sea

'This is the price we pay for being here,' says father of 72nd Israeli killed in Gaza war, Sgt. Shahar Shalev.

Abbas Blames Hamas for Delaying Ceasefire, Lying about Abduction

PA chief says the casualties of the Gaza war could have been avoided if Hamas had only agreed to a ceasefire early on.

Protective Edge NIS 1.9 Billion Bill Comes Due

The government on Sunday ratified an across-the-board 2% cut in the state budget to pay for Operation Protective Edge

Defense Ministry Demanding NIS 20 Billion for War Costs

Already, the state budget is being slashed to pay for war costs - and even more slashing is likely in the coming months

Piron: No Reason School Won't Start Monday

With no strikes in the offing, and the rocket fire from Gaza still on hold, Education Minister Shai Piron said school would start on time.

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IDF Soldier Dies of Wounds Sustained in Gaza Operation

Shahar Shalev becomes 67th soldier killed in action during Operation Protective Edge.

Ministers Strongly Oppose 'Scandalous' Budget Cut

Ministers from all sides pledge to oppose long-term cut to fund Gaza operation; calls to postpone as materials received last minute.

Calls to Fire Minister as Fallout Over Gaza Operation Continues

Senior Likud MK Ofer Akunis calls on PM Netanyahu to fire Tourism Minister Landau for saying Israel 'lost' Gaza Operation.

The cost of Protective Edge

Ministers to Approve Massive Budget Cuts to Fund Gaza Operation

1.9 billion shekel cut will hit education hardest; Ashkelon mayor incensed over 'disgrace' as his city not among initial aid recipients.

Netanyahu on Gaza Pullout: We Didn't Want a Fallujah

Prime Minister explains that toppling Hamas and leaving could have resulted in a new islamist takeover, like what happened in Fallujah.

Livni: Abbas Stood Firm and Prevented an Intifada

Justice Minister says that avoiding negotiations with 'moderate' Palestinians is a mistake.

Nearly 600 Terror Suspects Arrested in August

Most suspects arrested during riots supporting Hamas and other terror groups in Gaza. Same month saw spike in terror attacks.

Aerial Video Shows Hamas Stronghold in Ruins

An Arab-produced video shows aerial views of the heap of rubble that once was Shejaiya in Gaza.

Ya'alon: 'No Chance' Hamas will Get a Seaport

In television interview, Defense Minister hails victory of Operation Protective Edge, says Hamas will pay if it fires rockets again.

Zoabi at Hamas 'Victory Rally': 'We are All Palestinians'

Pro-Hamas MK pushes to 'end occupation' at 'victory rally' with pro-terror leaders, says 'Palestinian struggle is part of us.'

Hamas Leader Haniyeh Shows Off 'Victory' Photos Near Ruined Home

Former Hamas 'Prime Minister' takes to social media to boast over surviving IAF airstrikes, mere days after rumors of hospitalization.

Wounded IDF Soldier Leaves Hospital After Mt. Scopus Attack

Sgt. Chen Schwartz 'given a new life' after near-fatal attack by terrorist on motorcycle.

Islamic Jihad Stages Defiant March After Gaza Ceasefire

Terror group says Israel 'state ready for extinction,' vows to rearm three days after truce.

Watch: Wounded Hero Saved Wife and Son from Shrapnel

Immigrant from Belgium recounts how he was seriously wounded by Hamas mortar shrapnel; saved family because 'nothing else matters.'

Wounded Soldier Dies of his Wounds

Gaza operation death toll rises to 71 as Natanel Maman hy''d dies of his wounds; he was critically wounded by shrapnel the week before.

Netanyahu Boasts: 'Terror Towers in Gaza Fell'

PM tries to allay criticism of ceasefire while on visit to south, promises aid package to Gaza Belt next Sunday.