Pillar Of Defense

The Ceasefire Agreement is no Agreement

Iran: Israeli Ceasefire a Sign of Weakness

Iranian leaders say ceasefire shows Israel is weak. Hamas tells Gaza Arabs ‘We won.’

Son of Hamas Arch-terrorist Vows to Avenge His Father's Death

The son of Hamas arch-terrorist Ahmed Jaabari vows to avenge his father’s death, says it will be "very painful".

Poll: Bibi, Lieberman Still Ahead

The Pillar of Defense operation and subsequent ceasefire with Hamas did not hurt Bibi in the polls.

Gesher Organization to Send 200 Shoppers to Ashdod

The Gesher organization initiates a convoy of 200 individuals who will purchase supplies and food for Shabbat in Ashdod.

'Son of Hamas' Says Israel Made a Mistake with Ceasefire

Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of one of the founders of Hamas and former Shin Bet agent: Israel made a mistake by agreeing to a ceasefire.

201 Incidents of Violence in Judea and Samaria in One Week

The terrorists' scope reached Judea and Samaria this past week as an increase in violent demonstrations and fire bombs was reported.

Critics: Netanyahu Failed, Caved to World Opinion

Criticism of PM Netanyahu continues as activists, rabbis accuse him of sacrificing Israel's safety for the sake of world opinion.

Lieberman: Power is Also About Holding Back

"I am proud that we can make decisions even when they are contrary to electoral interests," Minister Lieberman says about Gaza.

Gantz: The Other Side Will Understand What Happened to It

Chief of Staff Benny Gantz during a visit with wounded: The operation in Gaza achieved the desired results.

Former IDF Manpower Head: Gaza Operation Because of Elections

Netanyahu and Barak started Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza because of electoral considerations, says Maj. Gen. (res.) Elazar Stern.

Sderot Resident: "We Cease, They Fire"

A resident of Sderot writes Arutz Sheva with painful cynicism on ceasefire agreements, now and then.

Barak: It's not Yet Time to Conquer Gaza

Defense Minister hopes terrorists' "experience" has lessened "their appetite to attack."

Security Council Praises Ceasefire, Calls to Uphold It

UN praises the Gaza ceasefire, while world hails Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi for mediating the efforts.

Reservist, Wounded by a Rocket on Wednesday, Dies of Injuries

Lt. Boris Yarmulnik, 28, was fatally wounded by terrorist rocket fired before the "ceasefire."

Ben-Ari: Right Bitterly Disappointed in PM's Cease-Fire

MK Michael Ben-Ari launched a stinging attack against the current government, saying that Israelis were fed up with its policies

Terrorists Fire 20 Rockets Since Ceasefire Begins

Gaza’s terrorist rulers mark the ceasefire by firing 20 rockets in three hours at southern Israel.

Israel Agreed to Give Up Gaza 'Security Belt'

Understandings with Hamas let Gazans approach border with Israel without being harmed.

Netanyahu: Ground Campaign Might be Necessary After All

On his Facebook page, Prime Minister Netanyahu said that 'next time' would be different if Hamas didn't keep the cease-fire,

Gaza Terrorism Costs Israeli Businesses $55 Million

Experts said that Gaza area factories and businesses are out NIS 200 million after Operation Pillar of Defense

Hamas Declares Nov. 22 Gaza Public Holiday

The Hamas terrorist organization has declared November 22, the day after its ceasefire was signed with Israel, as a public holiday in Gaza.

IDF Spokesman: We Will Foil Terror but Not Initiate Strikes

IDF Spokesman Brigadier General Yoav Mordechai: Despite the ceasefire, we have a mandate to foil any terror attack on Israelis.

Five Victims of TA Bus Bombing Still in Hospital

Five victims of the bus blast in Tel Aviv Wednesday are still in the hospital, officials said Thursday

Rabbi Ronsky: Ceasefire is a Huge Failure

Brig. Gen. (res.) Ronsky: Israel legitimized Hamas by talking to it. Philadelphi Route must be occupied.

Egypt Confiscates Arms Headed for Gaza

Egyptian security personnel have seized arms and ordnance headed for Gaza, including Grad Katyusha missiles.

Will Nazareth be Declared a Hostile Element?

Head of Jewish Nazareth Illit is fuming mad over a pro-terror march held in neighboring Nazareth.

NYC Trauma Therapist's 'Pillar of Defense'

Dr. Simone Gordon, a trauma expert based in New York City, adds her own act of kindness for Israel's spiritual Pillar of Defense.

IDF Summarizes Operation: 1,500 Gaza Targets Hit

The IDF hit more than 1,500 targets in Gaza during Operation Pillar of Defense, according to a statement of summary.

IAF Hits Hamas Center in a Gaza Media Building

In a surgical airstrike, the IAF hits a Hamas center located in the building housing AFP's Gaza City office. No reporters hurt.

Solidarity Under Fire - JFNA Mission Experiences Missile Attacks

With $5 Million Already Pledged, JFNA delegation came to the south to assess the needs on the ground.

Cast Lead Ceasefire: IDF Enters Gaza if Rocket Attacks Resume

Israel’s unilateral ceasefire after Operation Cast Lead in 2009 posited: If rocket fire resumes, then the IDF goes back into Gaza.

Hamas Rocket Critically Wounds IDF Officer

Hours before a ceasefire deal was struck, an IDF reserve soldier suffered critical wounds.

21 Hospitalized

Terrorist Attack on Bus in Tel Aviv; Hamas Celebrates

A terrorist blew up a bus in central Tel Aviv. Two people suffered serious injuries. Hamas celebrates in Gaza.

Video: Soldiers Keep Up the Spirit, Sing: We Rely on G-d

A video posted to YouTube shows soldiers in southern Israel keeping up their spirits by singing and dancing in an expression of their faith.

IAF Pounds Gaza: the Day in Video

It was a punishing day for Gazans, as these videos show.

U.S. Criticizes Erdogan After His Latest Anti-Israel Remarks

Erdogan accuses Israel of "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza, U.S. says the comments are "not helpful".

Major Change in Tide of International Opinion - For Now

As Iran urges Arab nations to send military aid to Gaza to increase its attacks on Israel, Western leaders plainly condemn the terrorism.

Video: American Rabbis Pray Where Fatal Rocket Attack Occured

Twenty rabbis toured areas of Southern Israel as part of an emergency solidarity mission of the Rabbinical Council of America.

Video: IAF Hits Gaza Tunnels

IAF hits dozens of terrorist sites in Gaza, including tunnels tunnels through which fuel is transferred to terrorists.

1,408 Missiles in 8 Days Fired by Gaza at Israel

As the 8-day holiday of Hanukkah approaches, Israel marks the eighth day of Operation Pillar of Defense by counting the missiles fired.

Fallen Soldier’s Diary: I’m On My Way to Gaza

Soldier Yosef Fartuk, killed in a mortar shell attack, wrote before his death,” Woe to the first terrorist who falls in my hands.”

Hamas Declares Victory, Gaza Celebrates

Mashaal: 'Israel has failed in all its goals.' Gazans fire into the air and chant victory slogans.

Rallies Support Israel's Pillar of Defense in New York, Paris

Thousands are rallying to support Israel's right to defend its citizens in the face of ongoing rocket fire from Gaza.

Jordan's King Warns Netanyahu Against Ground Operation

Jordan’s King Abdullah II telephones Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and warns against a ground operation in Gaza.

Expulsion Victim: Send in IDF

Open Letter to Netanyahu: Expulsion Blew Up in Our Face

Young woman from Gush Katif, whose father was killed by terrorists, writes Netanyahu: 'The Expulsion blew up in our faces. Send in the IDF'

Netanyahu to Ban: We Avoid Hitting Innocents, They Don't

Netanyahu: I'm not sure there's another military that goes to such great lengths to keep innocents out of harm's way.

Pillar of Defense Live Blog: Day Eight

16:10 AFP repeat unverified Hamas claim that ”one child was killed” in strike on media center. No explanation why the child was there.

Tourism Ministry Prepares South for War, and 'Day After'

Israel's Tourism Ministry has hundreds of thousands of shekels' worth of aid for southern Israel after Operation Pillar of Defense ends.

Goodwill to All Men - Almost

The Vatican on Gaza: Israel is a Baby-Killer”

Not a word was heard from the Vatican all the years Sderot babies were in mortal danger. They began noticing the violence last week.

Did Tel Aviv Bomber Target Defense Ministry?

Members of the Twitter social media website debated the possibility Wednesday that a terrorist targeted Israel's Defense Ministry.

War of Words over Ceasefire as War Continues

Egypt and Israel are engaged in a war of words over a truce as Hamas continues to attack Israeli civilians and Israel retaliates.

Text of Ceasefire Agreement

The partial text of the ceasefire agreement as reported by news agencies.

Photos: Missile Hits Rishon LeZion Building

A Gaza missile destroyed the upper floors of a residential building in Rishon LeZion.

Israel Announces Ceasefire, Hamas Keeps Firing

Ceasefire brokered by Egypt, U.S., went into force at 9:00 p.m. but Hamas keeps on firing rockets. Barak said this is to be expected.

Hamas Missiles Drown Out Talk of Ceasefire

Hamas unleashes new rocket and missile bombardments. One hits a home. Elderly woman rescued uninjured. Truce talks continue.

Pillar of Defense Live Blog: Day Seven

Spontaneous protests come together in southern Israel against a ceasefire with Hamas.

Israel Hits Over 100 Terror Targets

The IDF hit more than 100 targets in Gaza on Tuesday, half of them rocket launching cells.

Clinton: Our Commitment to Israel is Rock Solid

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speaks to the cameras after arriving in Israel for meetings on a ceasefire.

Eilat Rocket Terrorist Eliminated by IDF

The IDF on Tuesday night eliminated a senior Islamic Jihad terrorist who was responsible for firing missiles at Eilat several months ago.

Hamas: Cease-Fire Off the Table for Tuesday

The on-again, off-again cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is off, Hamas terrorist sources said Tuesday night