ceasefire

Israel Allows Gazans to Pray at Al-Aqsa

185 Palestinian Arabs from Gaza allowed by Israeli authorities to travel to Jerusalem for Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Haniyeh: Hamas is Committed to Gaza Ceasefire

Hamas leader says his group remains committed to the agreements reached at the end of Operation Protective Edge.

Palestinian Factions Call for Resumption of Ceasefire Talks

Palestinian Arab factions, meeting in Gaza, call on Egypt to resume its status as broker in the negotiations to maintain a Gaza ceasefire.

Gaza Deploying Security Forces Along Border Following Gunfire

Gaza's Interior Ministry deploying security forces along the border in order to prevent Palestinian Arabs from crossing into Israel.

Hamas: We're Committed to the Truce, Israel Violated It

Senior Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk says the group is committed to the ceasefire, claims Israel 'has repeatedly violated the agreement'.

Gaza Truce Talks Postponed Until Late November

Chief PA negotiator says delay due to Egyptian closure of border with Gaza declared after state of emergency instated in Sinai.

Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations to Resume Next Week

Hamas says Israeli and Palestinian Arab negotiators are to resume talks on a durable Gaza ceasefire next week in Cairo.

Boko Haram Suspected of Saturday's Deadly Attacks

Immediately following reports of ceasefire and prisoner release, Boko Haram is believed to have struck again in 5 new attacks on villages.

Hamas Official: Ceasefire Talks to Resume This Month

Senior member of Hamas says talks between Israel and the Palestinian Arab factions on cementing ceasefire agreement will resume in Cairo.

IDF Allows 500 Gazans into Temple Mount as 'a Gesture'

Increase in the number of Gaza residents allowed to travel into Judea and Samaria is reportedly linked to the ongoing ceasefire talks.

Hamas Says IDF Didn't Destroy All Terror Tunnels

Hamas spokesperson tells terror group's journal it remains committed to armed conflict - despite Cairo truce talks with Israel.

Secret Israel-PA Communication Channel Revealed

Covert talks to 'change reality on ground in Gaza' with PA unity government held in parallel to official Cairo truce talks.

Date Set for Resumption of Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Talks

Talks in Cairo set to restart in just over a month, as Hamas and Fatah attempt to repair their own strained relations.

Jailed Terrorists to Hunger-strike During Truce Talks

Re-arrested Shalit deal terrorists to pressure Israel during Cairo talks Tuesday, as Hamas demands their release.

Israel to Send Delegation to Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Diplomats rush to cement deal before the High Holidays, but Israeli officials say the chances of progress are slim.

Cairo Truce Talks to Resume Wednesday

Thorny issues of sea and airport, terrorist swap and disarmament will be raised, despite terror tunnel digging reports and mortar breach.

Hamas: End the Blockade or There Will be Another War

Hamas deputy leader says the group does not want another war with Israel, but says fighting is inevitable if blockade on Gaza isn't lifted.

Hamas: Ceasefire Talks Will Restart Within a Week

Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouq says indirect ceasefire negotiations will restart by September 24.

Ya'alon Rules Out Popular Former General as IDF Chief of Staff

Ya'alon says Golan Heights not in danger, overviews Hamas truce talks saying fighting won't restart on Sept. 25.

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.

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.

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.

Hamas and the Delusion of Victory

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.

Ceasefire Talks to be Restarted in Two Weeks

Senior member of Arab delegation to Cairo talks says discussions to resume on Sept. 20 or 21, as sides continue to reject demands.

Egyptian Diplomat: No Date Yet for Ceasefire Talks

Egypt’s ambassador to the Palestinian Authority says Cairo is in contact with PA and Israel to determine a date for further talks.

Hamas Truce Talks Reportedly to Resume in Next 48 Hours

Delegations to return to Cairo as Hamas refuses to disarm, demands sea and airport, terrorist swap. Ya'alon: 'they won't get a seaport.'

Islamic Jihad Stages Defiant March After Gaza Ceasefire

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

Jewish Home Isn't Leaving Government

Minister Ariel says his faction's criticism of the Gaza campaign was legitimate.

Herzog: There's No Military Solution to the Situation

Opposition leader calls to turn the ceasefire agreement in Gaza into a wider, comprehensive regional agreement.

EU Calls For Ceasefire to Lead to 'Two State Solution'

EU says comprehensive agreement, not return to status quo, needed in Gaza; calls for end of blockade and full Hamas PA unity government.

Netanyahu Hails 'Great Diplomatic Blow' To Hamas

Amid wave of criticism over ceasefire deal with terrorist organization, PM defends his unilateral choice in press meeting.

Ex-MK Slams Netanyahu for 'Negotiating with ISIS'

Dr. Ben-Ari notes the implications of ceasefire with Hamas, which PM compared to ISIS; says to learn from Munich Agreements.

Blair Welcomes Gaza Ceasefire

Former British prime minister welcomes the announcement of an open-ended ceasefire in Gaza, calls for long-term plan.

UN Chief Hopes Ceasefire will Lead to Peace Agreement

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon voices hope that Gaza ceasefire will set the stage for talks on a final Israeli-PA peace deal.

MK Shelah: Turn Ceasefire into Long-Term Agreement

MK Ofer Shelah says that the ceasefire in Gaza should lead to a return to peace negotiations with the PA.

Hamas Official: We'll Build Our Seaport without Permission

Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Al-Zahar declares that the group will build a seaport and airport in Gaza, even without permission.

US, UN 'Strongly Support' Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Kerry calls deal 'an opportunity, not a certainty,' says in next stage 'our eyes are wide open,' UN's Ban urges peace deal.

What's in the deal?

Gaza Ceasefire: What Did Israel Agree to?

PA delegation head reveals what Israel agreed to - and the lone demand it made, which was rejected.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Leaders Come Out of Hiding as Truce Begins

Senior Islamic Jihad official threatens to attack Ben Gurion Airport again, says Gaza will open sea, airports. Hamas vows to rearm.

Ceasefire? 18 Rules for Fighting a Gaza War Chelm-Style

Wise Tactical Choices in Gaza

Cabinet Controversy

Cabinet Was Split Over Ceasefire - But Netanyahu Accepted Anyway

Ministers from Jewish Home, Yisrael Beytenu and even Likud opposed truce - but PM circumvented cabinet vote on a legal technicality.

Senior Journalist: Hamas Gained a 'Huge Achievement'

Military analyst Roni Daniel says ceasefire a huge boost for Hamas, which 'dictated our lives for 50 days and stood firm against IDF.'

Breaking News

Ceasefire Begins, With Rockets Still Raining Down on Israel

Israeli government accepts Egyptian-brokered ceasefire deal, starting from 7 p.m. Israel-time; rockets still falling.

Ministers, MKs Critical Over Ceasefire with Hamas

Bennett and Livni both oppose giving Hamas achievements at end of Gaza operation; Livni again calls for two state solution.

ZOA Lashes Out at Obama for Proposed Hamas-Israel Equation

US proposal equates Israel with Hamas - sparking ire from American Jewish groups.

U.S. Drafts UN Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire

Diplomats say Washington has prepared draft outline for resolution demanding a ceasefire, working on it with other countries.

Egypt 'Awaiting' Israel's Response to Month-Long Ceasefire

Senior sources in Cairo say Egypt is still waiting for Israel to respond to its proposal for a month-long in Gaza.

Netanyahu Considering Imminent Hamas Ceasefire

PM discusses with senior security officials, as Egypt waits for an Israeli answer on month-long truce proposed to start tonight.

Minister Insists Israel Will Not Abandon Gaza Belt

Finance Minister Yair Lapid vows to help strengthen the South - both politically and financially.

Security Minister Admits Gov't Not Tough Enough Against Hamas

Internal Security Minister calls on gov't to deal 'more violently' with Hamas after meeting family of 4-year-old killed in mortar attack.

Report: Israel Ready to Accept 'Open-Ended' Truce

Egypt still waiting on Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal to respond to offer, which would last for minimum of one month.

Islamic Jihad: Ceasefire Within 'Hours'; Hamas Disagrees

Islamic Jihad says truce to come into effect imminently, while Hamas's leadership refuses anything short of total capitulation by Israel.

Abbas: Egypt Inviting Delegations Back for Talks

Egypt calls for ceasefire as PA pledges to participate in renewed talks 'as soon as a ceasefire goes into effect.'

Abbas and Mashaal Hold Second Day of Talks in Qatar

Palestinian Authority and Hamas leaders hold second meeting in as many days, as Hamas reportedly backtracks on talks rejection.

Security Council Urges Return to Ceasefire Talks

UN Security Council urges Israel and the Palestinian Arabs to return to the negotiating table to quickly agree on a lasting truce in Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge: Day 44

Israel, Hamas Officially Cease Cairo Talks

End to abortive talks as rocket fire continues; both delegations being pulled out of Cairo.

Egypt Calls for Resumption of Talks, 'Regrets' Breach of Truce

Egyptian government says it 'profoundly regrets' yesterday's breach of the ceasefire, as violence once again escalates.

UN Chief Condemns Breach of Gaza Ceasefire

Ban Ki-moon says he is "gravely disappointed" by the resumption of hostilities in the region, calls for permanent ceasefire.