ceasefire

Turkey Trying to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Turkey steps up diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, but this will be difficult given its tense relations with Israel.

US Remains Committed to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Sec. of State John Kerry to 'remain engaged with the parties' to broker truce, opposes IDF ground op. but supports 'right to self-defense'.

Hamas Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

"A ceasefire without reaching an agreement is rejected," Hamas spokesman says of Egypt's proposal.

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Hamas leader warns his group will not accept any ceasefire that does not “meet the demands of the Palestinian people”.

Nationalist MKs Outraged Over Impending Ceasefire

Egypt’s proposal for a ceasefire is "a disaster", says Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Cabinet to Discuss Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal

Security Cabinet will meet Tuesday morning at 7:00 a.m. to discuss Egyptian proposal for ceasefire in Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge

Egypt Proposes Ceasefire for 9:00 AM

International efforts to broker calm in Gaza move forward - despite the fact that neither Israel nor Hamas is interested.

Pope Francis Calls for 'Peace' in Israel, Gaza

Vatican calls for 'concrete gestures to build peace' between Israel and Hamas, insists June 'joint prayer' with Abbas and Peres not in vain.

International Calls for Cease-fire Intensify

France joins calls for Israel to show 'restraint' in Gaza operation, Hamas ceasefire, despite reports of disinterest on both sides.

Hamas Demands Terrorist Releases to Stop Rockets

Senior Hamas source reveals the group wants re-arrested Shalit deal terrorists freed, and IDF 'ceasefire', to stop rocket barrage.

Former Intelligence Chief Predicts Gaza Operation

Amos Yadlin insists a small-scale assault on Hamas in Israel's future, rejects claims that Israel lacks deterrence.

South Sudan Signs Ceasefire With Rebels

Violence raging since Dec. 15 has killed over 1,000, displaced half million. Questions remain as to whether rebels can implement deal.

Syria Offers Ceasefire in Aleppo, Denies Bombing its Own People

Syrian government says it is ready to negotiate a ceasefire agreement in Aleppo, prepares list of prisoners to be freed.

‘Serious Failures’ in Attack on Jewish Family

IDF failures allowed a terrorist to nearly murder an Israeli woman and her young children, security head says.

Muslim Cleric in Gaza: Sin to Violate Truce with Israel

An Islamic cleric in Gaza has issued a religious edict declaring it a sin to violate the truce arranged last week between Israel and Hamas.

Hamas Deploys Police Forces Along Gaza Border

Hamas deploys police along Gaza's border with Israel to prevent further violence.

'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.

Poll: Bibi, Lieberman Still Ahead

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

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.

Back to Normal? Some Students in the South to Return to School

After days of staying in shelters, students in some parts of the south will return to school on Friday.

Israel Agreed to Give Up Gaza 'Security Belt'

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

Southern Israel's Schools to Remain Closed on Thursday

Despite the ceasefire, the Home Front Command instructs schools in southern Israel to remain closed on Thursday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

43% of Israelis: Topple Hamas

A poll finds that 43% of Israelis want to topple Hamas in addition to destroying weapons, only 39% want ceasefire negotiations.

Erdan: Israel Not Seeking a Ceasefire

Minister Gilad Erdan says Israel is not seeking a ceasefire. Hamas claims ceasefire imminent, continues attacks.

Disinformation or reality?

‘Ceasefire by Tuesday Night’

Sources in Israel, Egypt, Gaza say ceasefire will be declared within hours.

Report: Gaza Ceasefire 'Within Hours'

A ceasefire between Israel and Gaza could go into effect “within several hours”, according to Al-Arabiya.

EU Defends Israel's Right to Protect Its Citizens

The European Union has underlined Israel's right to protect its citizens from rocket fire and called for a “cessation of hostilities.”

Report: Cabinet Meets on Egyptian Ceasefire Proposal

Israel's Cabinet convened late Monday night to discuss a ceasefire proposal advanced by Egypt, according to a radio news broadcast.

Hamas Won't Commit to Ending Rocket Fire

Senior PLO official Nabil Shaath says there are little chances for a ceasefire, because Hamas refuses to accept Israel's conditions.

Int'l Pressure for Truce

Netanyahu: IDF Prepared to Enter Gaza

Netanyahu says the IDF is prepared to enter Gaza. "The soldiers are ready.” Ban Ki-Moon to press Israel for truce.

Israel Denies Ceasefire Reports

Israel will send a senior official to Cairo to sign a ceasefire, Hizbullah-affiliated channel reported Saturday. Israel denies report..

Gaza Terrorists Condition Ceasefire on 'Israeli Aggression'

Gaza-based terrorists agree to accept a ceasefire, but as usual, blame Israel for their firing rockets.

10 Dead in Damascus Car Bomb

At least 10 people were killed and 41 others were wounded Monday in a car bombing on the outskirts of the Syrian capital of Damascus.

Conflicting Reports about Gaza 'Ceasefire'

A supposed Egyptian-brokered ceasefire has been reached between Gaza’s Hamas rulers and Israel, some reports say.

Islamic Jihad Leader: Re-examine 'Ceasefire' with Israel

The leader of the Islamic Jihad terror group, Ramadan Shallah, says it is time to re-examine the ceasefire with Israel.

‘Ceasefire War’ Continues with Rocket Attack on Kibbutz

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza continue their “ceasefire war” and fire a Kassam rocket on a kibbutz chicken barn, causing damage.

Hamas Calls Ceasefire After Nearly 100 Rockets

Hamas’ military wing says it agrees to an Egyptian-brokered ceasefire with Israel after firing 96 rockets at Israel.

Dawn Quiet Reported in Syria

A UN-backed ceasefire has taken tentative hold in Syria as activists report quiet in key conflict cities; no troop pullback thus far.

IDF Chief of Staff: ‘Quiet to Greet Quiet, Fire against Fire’

Terrorists will determine if the IDF strikes against them, says Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, “Quiet in return for quiet, fire against fire.”

Egypt Paid Hamas Fuel for Ceasefire: Report

Egypt offered fuel to Hamas in exchange for a ceasefire of missile attacks on Israel, a Hamas legislator said Monday.

Typical Gaza Ceasefire – Kassam Hits Western Negev

Gaza terrorists attacked the Eshkol region in the western Negev around 7:45 Tuesday, hours after a “ceasefire” officially went into effect.

Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Reported After 4 Days of Escalation

A ceasefire between Israel and Gaza terrorists, brokered by Egypt, has begun as of 1:00 (Israel time).

Hamas Seeks Ceasefire to End Escalation in Gaza

After more than 100 rockets were fired from Gaza into southern Israel, Hamas is trying to reach a ceasefire mediated by Egypt.

Hamas Talks Peace and Declares War

Hamas unknowingly acts out a verse from Psalms and talks about another ceasefire while proclaiming to “remove the occupier…from Palestine.”

Islamic Jihad Accepts Conditional Ceasefire

Islamic Jihad terrorists accept an Egypt proposal for a ceasefire on condition that Israel does not continue to strike terror targets.

Gaza Terror Groups Announce New Ceasefire

After firing dozens of rockets at Israel in 48 hours, Gaza terror groups announce yet another ceasefire. Will this one last?

Hamas’ Definition of Ceasefire – Two Mortar Shell Attacks

Hamas continued to uphold its version of a new “ceasefire” by firing two mortar shells at a Gaza Belt community Wednesday.

Bedein: There is No 'Ceasefire' in Arabic Terminology

David Bedein explains that the Arabic terms used by Hamas to explain the ceasefire do not mean that rocket firing actually stops.

Hamas Breaks Its Ceasefire 14 Times in 24 Hours

Hamas breaks its declared ceasefire 14 tines in 24 hours. Israel says the truce is one-sided and IDF continues to stop missile launches.

Terrorist Rocket Explodes South of Ashkelon

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza attacked with a rocket south of Ashkelon Wednesday morning as missiles strikes increase.

Lieberman: ‘Dangerous’ Ceasefire Violates Coalition Agreement

Foreign Minister Lieberman says truce with Hamas is dangerous and violates the coalition accord calling for toppling the Hamas government.

Kassam Attacks, Air Force Retaliation Explode ‘Ceasefire’ Report

Three Kassam and Grad missile attacks, followed by Air Force retaliation, exploded another “ceasefire” report Sunday. Netanyahu warns Hamas.

Hamas Says It Wants Calm; 15 More Shells Hit Israel

Hamas indicates it is backing off from escalation in attacks as Israel shows it will not tolerate terror. 15 more mortar shells hit the Negev.

Hamas Opens Second Flank with Media War

Hamas falsely reports on alleged Israeli attacks, and then accuses Israel of lying about Arab incursions against Israel.

Israel Crosses into Gaza after Bombing Attempt

Israeli tanks and bulldozers crossed into Gaza and killed one terrorist after a bomb exploded. Israeli forces were not injured