News for Operation Brother's Keeper Most Whatsapp rumors are trueResearch that mapped Whatsapp rumors during Operation Brother's Keeper shows that 69% of the rumors were true Murdered Teens' Parents Visit Scene of AbductionArutz Sheva captures emotional moment with the families of the three Israeli teens murdered last year, as they stand over the murder site. Torah Scroll Donated in Murdered Teens' MemoriesYifrah, Sha'ar, and Frankel families donate scroll in their sons' memories to IDF base; PM: boys will 'stay with us forever.' Gaza War Was 'A Finger in Hamas's Eye'Hamas lost its balance of power during the war, Gaza Division Commander states, opines that if Hamas were dethroned, ISIS would take Gaza. Terrorist Apprehended Outside of Samaria TownRock-throwers shooed away from Beit El security gate; one approached security patrolmen with a concealed weapon. Video: From the Kidnapping to the RedeploymentIsrael has experienced dramatic weeks of security developments and incidents. Arutz Sheva TV's exclusive video summary. Homes of Teenagers' Murderers to Be RazedDemolition orders issued against the homes of Hamas murderers who killed Gilad Sha'ar, Eyal Yifrah and Naftali Frenkel. 6 Recaptured Terrorists to be Returned to PrisonSpecial pardons commission orders that six recaptured terrorists from the Shalit deal serve their full sentence. IDF Summarizes Operation Brother's KeeperArmy summarizes success in mission so far: 442 terrorists arrested, 1.2 million shekels in terror funds seized - and more. Netanyahu Threatens: 'We Will Expand Operation'Hours after funeral PM threatens Hamas, outlining three missions central to Israel's response to the murder of the three teens. Abbas Pleads with US to Restrain IsraelPalestinian Authority chief reportedly 'feverishly' trying to prevent large scale Israeli military assault.Recording Shows Boys Shot Shortly After AbductionIDF official reveals that shots could be heard in boys' recorded hotline call, rifle was found near burnt car on June 13. IDF: It's Not Over Until We Find the MurderersHead of the IDF’s Central Command says Operation Brother's Keeper will continue until the two murderers are found. 'Kidnapping Handbooks' May Have Guided AbductionHamas distributed detailed booklets providing doctrinal, logistical instructions to abduct Israelis. Was this abduction 'by the book'? Uri Ariel Slams Jewish Home Constitution ChangeFriction continues in Jewish Home as Uri Ariel says constitution should be formulated only after his National Union party is merged. PM Threatens Hamas: Stop The Rockets 'Or We Will'Netanyahu says Israel 'will not allow continuation of rocket fire,' after morning of rocket attacks against southern communities. Hamas Asks Turkey to Stop 'Israeli Aggression'Khaled Mashaal calls Turkish FM, asks for pressure against Israel same morning Hamas terrorists pepper Israel with rockets. Home of Hamas Kidnapper Raided, Says Arab SourceFamily of one of two Hevron-based terrorist kidnappers interrogated in night activities that included arrest of six terrorists. Kidnapper's Mother 'Proud of Him to my Last Day'Mother of one of two Hamas kidnappers denies involvement, but states her pride 'if he did it,' adding 'I raised him on the knees of Islam.' Rabbi: Protest Outside Defense MinistryLeading religious-Zionist rabbi says solidarity event won't help find kidnapped boys, urges protests for tougher IDF crackdown on Hamas. Liberman: Retake Gaza Following Rocket FireForeign Minister Avigdor Liberman reiterates call to crack down on Hamas in Gaza, says 'limited' operation could prove ineffective. 25 More Terrorists Arrested OvernightOperation Brother's Keeper: 413 total terrorists arrested, 2,200 sites searched - and IDF officials say intelligence plays a big role. UN Human Rights Office Calls for 'Restraint'UN's human rights office urges Israel to “exercise restraint” amid the IDF’s Operation Brother’s Keeper. 5 Injured as Arabs Riot, Call to Kidnap SoldiersIsraeli Arabs wave PLO flags, call for the kidnapping of IDF soldiers, and throw rocks at officers. Liberman: Treat them like terrorists.Operation Unimpeded by Publication of NamesIDF rounds up nine more terrorists and checks 40 locations, seizes pistols and explosives. IDF source: 'publishing names didn't harm op.' Arab MKs Declare 'Temple Mount for Muslims Only'Raam-Taal party defends MK's justification of abduction, attacks IDF 'crimes against humanity,' praises terrorist release.Op. Brother's Keeper to Continue at Full ForceSecurity Cabinet reverses plan to scale back operation - and allow payments to terrorist prisoners - hours after mothers appeal to MKs. MK Struk Defends Shabbat Phone Call over AbductionJewish Home MK used phone on Sabbath, igniting a rabbinic brouhaha; says she was only criticized because she is a woman. Rabbi: IDF Must Get Ruthless over Abducted TeensDean of Beit El yeshiva calls for IDF to stop pulling punches; 'if world gets angry and condemns, let them. Our response is just.'Have Kidnappers Breached Border on Way to Gaza?Video shows Arabs from Hevron area infiltrating security barrier despite IDF clamp-down on area where teens thought to be held.Palestinian Parliamentarian Among 17 ArrestedWatch drone video of Operation Brother's Keeper arrests; nighttime raids met friction in Tulkarem. Rocket Hits Town After Iron Dome Shoots Down TwoRockets fired within minutes of each other shot down; another rocket fired within an hour later lands in town, no damage reported. Cabinet Reduces Hamas Crackdown for RamadanReports of Cabinet decision confirmed as IDF Chief of Staff notes 'growing concern' for teens, affirms assumption is they're alive.AG Asks to Cancel Re-release of Shalit TerroristsRequests asks that ten terrorists from Shalit deal re-arrested in recent operations not be freed again after breaching conditions. Ya'alon Denies IDF to Scale Back Hamas CrackdownWell-respected source says Security Cabinet caves to world pressure in run-up to Ramadan, will only focus on search-and-rescue op. Kidnapped Teen's Mother Speaks Out at the UN"It is wrong to take children and use them as an instrument in any struggle. You are responsible for human rights." Live: Mother Speaks at UN Human Rights CouncilRachel Frenkel, mother of kidnapped teen Naftali Frenkel, to address UN Tuesday and ask for international community's support. Sha'ar Sisters Publish Open Letter to IDFSiblings of kidnapped teen call IDF soldiers 'part of our family.' 'We believe you'll be able to bring them home,' they say. Motivation 'High' in IDF Search for Kidnapped BoysBrothers' Keeper: 15,000 soldiers, hundreds of volunteer requests - and an understanding that 'mothers are waiting for their sons.' IDF Raids 120 More Homes OvernightOfficial says finding kidnapped teens is the primary target, Shalit deal re-arrests will prompt major changes for Hamas. UN Fails to Agree on Condemnation of IsraelU.S. Ambassador Power says directly criticizing Israel is "a red line", as Security Council can't agree on statement against Jewish State. Hevron Murderer Caught: Freed in Shalit DealWatch: film from IDF helmet cam shows arrest of murderer of Baruch Mizrahi Hy''d; killer was among those freed for Gilad Shalit.Expert Reveals 'We Know They're Still Alive'37 more Hamas terrorists arrested; Terrorism adviser explains mission, and why no credit has been taken yet for kidnapping. UN Chief 'Concerned' Over Israeli ArrestsUN Secretary-General expresses “solidarity” with families of kidnapped teens, hits out at Israel for its arrest operation. Two More Palestinians Killed in 'Brother's Keeper'The deaths raise to four the number of Palestinians killed since the IDF began a massive search for three yeshiva students. Expert: IDF Waiting for Abductors' First MistakeEx-senior Shin Bet officer, Menahem Landau, says the name of the game now is intelligence. Teens Organize Major Campaign to Help Out SoldiersOne of the results – probably unintended – of Hamas' abduction of three Israeli teens is a major campaign to boost the morale of soldiers. Israeli Drone Falls in Hevron, PA Gives It BackAn IDF drone fell onto a Hevron rooftop and was taken by Palestinian Authority forces, who returned it to Israeli hands IDF's Working Assumption: Missing Teens Are AliveThree infantry brigades concentrated their efforts in the area of western Hevron on Saturday. MK Zoabi Accuses Abbas of 'Treason'Arab MK blasts PA chief for security cooperation with Israel. Deputy Minister Danon: she's a Hamas collaborator. UN Envoy Urges 'Israeli Restraint'UN's Middle East envoy, Robert Serry, speaks out against Israel’s operation in Judea and Samaria to locate three kidnapped teenagers. Lapid Praises Abbas's 'Courageous' CommentsFinance Minister says Abbas was brave for condemning the kidnapping of three Israelis, adds that Israel has to “break Hamas”. Minister Says Search 'May Take Months or Years'Yesh Atid minister says no to negotiations with 'murderous terror organization,' but peace negotiations eventually 'necessary.' Abbas: Hope the Three Teens Are Found AlivePA Chairman expresses hope that three kidnapped teenagers will be found alive, but also blasts Israel's operation in Judea and Samaria. Officials: There's Progress, but It'll Take TimeAs Operation Brother’s Keeper continues, officials say that some progress has been made in the search for kidnapped students. Ya'alon: Israel Will Extract Price from Hamas"We will not hesitate to strike a blow to anyone who will challenge us," says Defense Minister. Gantz: 'Think of Each Kidnapped Boy as a Relative'Video: IDF Chief of Staff meets troops taking part in Brother's Keeper, reminds them not to harm innocents. |
