terrorism

Rocket Strikes Southern Israel, Shots Fired at IDF Troops

Rocket hits Shaar Hanegev area in first such attack since the beginning of the month.

Leader of Sinai Al-Qaeda-Inspired Group Eliminated

The leader of Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, which fired rockets from the Sinai towards Eilat, killed in drive-by shooting.

Iraq: Jihadis Vow to 'Conquer Jerusalem From You, Oh Jews!'

Video of foreign jihadists in Iraq promising to conquer Jerusalem, Rome,once more highlights concerns over Islamists in Syria.

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Al Qaeda Terrorist Convicted on Terror Charges in US Court

Infamous, hook-handed Al Qaeda terrorist Abu Hamza al-Masri found guilty of conspiring to build training camp in Oregon.

Trains May be Exposed to Gaza Rockets, Video Shows

Video by Gaza terrorists appears to suggest that trains travelling in southern Israel are exposed to rocket fire.

Arutz Sheva Special Report

Who Are the Syrian Rebels - And Are They a Threat to Israel?

As Syria's civil war enters its 4th year, just what would be the implications of a rebel victory for Israel's security?

British Official: Nigeria Won't Exchange Terrorists for Girls

Nigeria's President rules out the possibility of releasing terrorists in exchange for schoolgirls being held captive by Boko Haram.

NYPD Defends Muslim Informant Program

Team assigned to compile databases on where Muslim homes and businesses scrapped after racial profiling accusations - but concerns remain.

Haifa University Cancels Convicted Terrorist's Lecture

Haifa University cancels planned lecture by convicted terrorist Mohammed Canaana, cites fear that it would cause unrest.

Islamic Jihad Demonstrates Anti-Tank, Anti-Aircraft Capabilities

Islamic Jihad says it is prepared "for confrontation with the Israeli occupation" as it holds a military maneuver.

New Terror Tactic? Blinding Israeli Drivers With Lasers

Jew driving in Samaria reports Arab motorist drove next to him and tried to blind him with a laser; 'by a miracle I escaped.'

Bill Equating 'Price Tag,' Terrorism Falls Flat

MK slams decision as 'racist,' despite inherent differences between terrorism and 'price tag' vandalism.

Shelly Dadon's Father 'Won't Recover' From His Daughter's Murder

Yaakov Dadon, father of Israeli girl killed in recent suspected terror attack, rejects opposition to bills preventing terror releases.

Egypt Charges 200 Members of Jihadist Group

Egypt charges 200 suspected members of the Al-Qaeda-inspired Ansar Bayt Al-Maqdis with carrying out over 50 attacks.

No more terrorist prisoner releases?

Bennett Optimistic About Sunday Bill to Stop Terrorist Releases

Jewish Home leader Naftali Bennett vows to 'put an end to' the practice of releasing terrorist murderers, as two bills up for debate Sunday.

Yemen: Terrorists Attack Presidential Palace, Kill 5 Guards

Suspected Al-Qaeda terrorists attack Yemen's presidential palace, killing five guards. Yemen’s President unharmed.

Shots Fired into Gush Etzion Overnight

IDF apprehends suspects in the shooting in second such attack this week.

Hamas MP: Jihad is the Only Way to Liberate Palestine

Ahmad Abu Halabiya, a lawmaker with Hamas, called in a recent sermon for jihad against Israel.

Ariel: Price Tag Isn't Terrorism, Rocks and Firebombs Are

Housing Minister criticizes Livni and Aharonovitch for equating “price tag” vandalism attacks with terrorism.

Psagot Couple Narrowly Escape Shooting Incident

Psagot couple describe as "a great miracle" the fact that shots fired from Ramallah at their home didn't hit them.

Psagot Given the All Clear, Residents Demand Protection

Heads of Psagot call on Defense Minister to work to eradicate terrorism, hours after shots are fired at their homes.

Shots Fired at Homes in Psagot, Setting Off 'Code Red' Alarm

Shots fired from Ramallah cause no injuries or damage; terrorists apprehended.

'I Abducted Your Girls; I Will Sell Them, By Allah!'

Leader of Nigerian Islamist group Boko Haram says he will sell nearly 300 kidnapped Christian girls. 'Allah says I should sell!'

Saudi Arabia Says it Dismantled a Major Terrorist Organization

Saudi Arabia says a major “terrorist organization” with links to extremist elements in Syria and Yemen has been caught.

Report: Pakistan Planned Terror on Israeli Consulate in India

Sri Lanka man in interrogation admits scouting Israeli and US consulates under orders of Pakistani official planning terror.

Malaysian Police Trash Al Qaeda Hijack Theory

Police deny that 11 people arrested over the weekend were involved with the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Operation against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula rages in eastern Shabwa province.

'Mourning Under Glass'

After losing his son in the 2008 Merkaz Harav massacre, Naftali Moses struggled to reconcile private grief with a very public memorial.

Terrorists Open Fire at Soldiers Near Gaza

Gaza terrorists open fire towards IDF soldiers near Kissufim. No one hurt.

The Media is Uninterested in 'Routine Terrorism'

Avi Naim, head of the Beit Aryeh Council, describes a weekly provocation by Arabs that is ignored by mainstream media.

'They Butchered My Daughter'

Shelly Dadon's father tells Arutz Sheva that his daughter was apparently killed by terrorists; the murder was heard over a phone call.

Iran Angry Over State Department's Terrorism Report

Iran blasts U.S. for naming it a state sponsor of terrorism in annual report.

2,495 Israelis Killed in Terrorist Attacks Since 1948

The National Insurance Institute announces figures ahead of Memorial Day, which begins Sunday night.

Israel Returns Body of Sbarro Terrorist to PA

Israel transfers bodies of four terrorists, including suicide bomber from 2001 attack in the Sbarro restaurant in Jerusalem.

Terrorist 'Lawyer' Commits Suicide Under House Arrest

Arab lawyer charged with passing messages to jailed terrorists ends his life in Jerusalem home; legal outfit aided Hamas, Islamic Jihad.

Holocaust Museum, Synagogues Featured on Al Qaeda Hit List

US trial of British hate-preacher Abu Hamza reveals more fascinating revelations from a would-be suicide bomber-turned-snitch.

Terror Victims to Benefit from Sale of Iran-Owned NYC Building

Court ruling says that Iranian companies that own 650 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan must forfeit the building to the victims of terrorism.

Egypt Claims to Have 'Eliminated' Terrorism From Sinai Peninsula

In a bold announcement Thursday, the Egyptian Army said that it had achieved 'total security control' over the entire Sinai peninsula.

Woman Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

Woman lightly wounded after terrorists throw rocks at a bus near the French Hill neighborhood.

Hamas 'Policemen' Train to Attack IDF Positions

Public drill sees Gazan police looking more like a military attack force, illustrates motivation to abduct IDF soldiers.

Terrorist Complains Israeli Prison Harmed His Stamp Collection

Terrorist who murdered 2 Israeli students now making up for lost time after being released in 'goodwill gesture' - but has some complaints.

Thailand: Terror Suspects Admit Plans To Attack Israelis

Two suspected Hezbollah terrorists arrested in Thailand, admit plans to bomb Israeli tourist hotspot during Passover.

Watch: Al Qaeda Holds Largest 'Most Dangerous' Meeting in Years

Al Qaeda's second-in-command mingles with over 100 fighters, commanders - but how did US intelligence agencies miss him?

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Terrorist Murders Father and Wounds Family Near Hevron

Policeman shot to death while driving to Kiryat Arba with family for Passover seder, his pregnant wife is hospitalized.

Hezbollah Terror Cell Exposed in Thailand

Three members of cell exposed by counter-terror site, reportedly scouting out Israeli targets. The three remain at large.

MK Feiglin: Bennett Won't Quit Govt.

Likud MK Moshe Feiglin says that he expects Jewish Home and Naftali Bennett to remain in the government, despite his threats.

Fatah Delegation to Visit Gaza in New 'Unification' Bid

Sa'eb Erekat and other top Fatah terror group officials are practically begging Hamas to 'return' to the leadership of the PA

Pictures of Terrorists Hang in Israeli Arab City

Complaint filed against the mayor of Baqa al-Gharbiyye, after signs showing terrorists who murdered an IDF soldier are discovered.

Top IDF Officer: Israelis Have Lost Faith in IDF

Whilst condemning Yitzhar extremists, top officer slams defense establishment for refusing to take decisive action against Israel's enemies.

Israel: Hezbollah Still Violating UN Resolutions

Israel will demand that the UN Security Council sanction Hezbollah after it claimed responsibility for an attack against IDF troops.

US Blacklists Salafist Group as Terror Organization

Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, Salafist group responsible for terror attacks in Egypt, Sinai, and Israel, now defined as terror group in US.

IDF Discovers Two Pipe Bombs in Jenin

While conducting anti-terror activities in Judea and Samaria and arresting five suspects, IDF locates and neutralizes explosives.

Al-Qaeda Head's Brother to Face Trial in Egypt

Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri's brother will stand trial with 67 others for forming a "terrorist group" and plotting attacks.

Erekat: Hamas Not, and Never Was, a Terror Group

The PA, controlled by the Fatah terror group, is once again trying its hand at “unification” with its sister terror group, Hamas.

Sources: Liberman Won't Leave Government

Sources in Netanyahu's coalition said they weren't worried about Avigdor Libernan's threat to bolt the coalition.

Watch: Students Protest Hezbollah Terrorist's University Visit

Student activists from across the political spectrum call on donors to boycott Tel Aviv U. over convicted terrorist's visit.

UK Muslim Brotherhood Head Warns Ban Could Trigger Terrorism

In veiled threat, Islamist group's leader in UK says measures against the Brotherhood by the UK government could trigger terrorist attacks.

Arabs Hurl Firebombs at Jerusalem Nightclub

Arab terrorists hurl four firebombs towards a nightclub in the French Hill neighborhood. No one hurt, several suspects arrested.

Terrorist Attack Averted

Terrorist Attack Thwarted Outside Jerusalem

Quick-thinking police save the day, nab terrorist on the verge of committing a potentially deadly attack in Maale Adumim.

Bulgaria Prosecutor Confirms Discovery of ID of Burgas Bomber

Chief Prosecutor Sotir Tsartsarov confirms investigators have identified the perpetrator of the 2012 Burgas bombing.