WATCH: Israeli kids describe how bomb-laden balloon landed in their kindergartenIsraeli children share their reactions after seeing a balloon carrying a fire-bomb land in their kindergarten yard. July 18, 2018
Rebel terror group in Gaza rejects Egyptian-Hamas deal to stop ‘fire kites’Gaza's self-described "'irborne firebomb squad' accused Israel of spreading lies about a deal reached between Egypt and Hamas to phase out the launching of bomb-laden kites and balloons against Israel. July 18, 2018
Palestinians call Israeli law against pay-for-slay ‘blackmail’Palestinian official Issa Qaraqi slammed Israel’s “piracy and theft” of stipends paid out to terrorists and condemned the Israeli law as 'blackmail.' July 18, 2018
US envoy slams Hamas for refusal to help PalestiniansHamas' 'actions only lead to the disastrous escalation of violence and more people left suffering under failed governance. Hamas is hurting everyone!' Greenblatt charged. July 18, 2018
Animal Rights Group (PETA) refused to condemn Hamas by name for burning animalsWhile PETA has no problem comparing meat-eaters to Nazis, it refuses to condemn Hamas for using animals as weapons of war. July 18, 2018
WATCH: IDF ‘ready for any scenario,’ Netanyahu declaresDiscussing the ongoing 'battle' with Hamas, Netanyahu said that all Israelis have faith in the IDF, which is 'ready for any scenario.' July 18, 2018
US Congress discusses recognizing Israeli sovereignty over Golan HeightsA US Congress subcommittee chaired by Ron DeSantis held a hearing to discuss the pros and cons of recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Israeli part of the Golan Heights. July 18, 2018
Hamas agrees to phase out ‘arson kites’ to prevent war with Israel – reportHamas leaders agreed to reduce the number of bomb-laden kites and balloons sent across the border to Israel and eventually stop the practice altogether. July 18, 2018
EU denies accusations it supports terror-linked NGOs, BDS groupsIn the wake of an Israeli Strategic Affairs Ministry report raising concerns that 'European taxpayers' money is being used to support ties with terrorist organizations,' the EU's Federica Mogherini slammed Israel for "disinformation." July 17, 2018
‘We are in a battle,’ declares Netanyahu after meeting with IDF Gaza DivisionAfter meetings between Netanyahu and senior intelligence and defense officials on Tuesday, the prime minister declared that the IDF is prepared for 'any scenario' with a 'solid wall' of defense. July 17, 2018
Hamas threatens ‘dangerous repercussions’ as Israel imposes closure to stop arson attacksHamas rulers react to Israeli cut-off of fuel, gas and consumer goods to the coastal enclave after arson terror and rocket fire continues. July 17, 2018
Egypt calls on Hamas to stop flying ‘arson kites’ into Israel – reportEgypt has reportedly sent a message to Hamas to halt its arson terror against Israel. July 17, 2018
Hundreds of Syrian refugees with white flags try to enter IsraelHundreds of Syrians carrying white flags approached Israel's northern border in an attempt to enter the country. July 17, 2018
WATCH: Hamas fired about 200 rockets at Israel from the Gaza Strip this weekendThe IDF's Spokesman's Office released the following short video to sum up Hamas's rocket and mortar attacks on Israel over the weekend. July 17, 2018
Falcon booby-trapped by Palestinian terrorists sent to attack IsraelAfter over three months of sending incendiary kites and balloons over the border to Israel, Hamas is now utilizing innocent birds to carry out these arson attacks. July 17, 2018
Trump after Helsinki: ‘Putin helping Netanyahu a lot, which is good for all of us’The US president tells Fox News after his summit that the Russian President is helping Israel, 'which is good for all us.' July 17, 2018
IDF’s Gaza simulation drill puts Hamas on noticeIsraeli soldiers used a Beersheba site to simulate the type of urban warfare they would face should the IDF mount an operation deep into Gaza. By: World Israel News Staff On Monday, the IDF staged an exte... July 17, 2018
Netanyahu commends Trump for commitment to Israel in Russian talksNetanyahu praised Trump for his efforts to ensure the security of Israel, one of the primary issues addressed at the US-Russia summit in Finland on Monday. July 16, 2018
Khameini: There will be no ‘deal of the century,’ and no IsraelIn another fiery speech, Iran’s supreme leader slammed both the US and Israel, as well as Muslim states that side with Washington. July 16, 2018
Putin: Trump emphasized Israel’s security at US-Russia summitIn a meeting on Monday, the leaders of the US and Russia discussed their countries' commitment to and collaboration on Israel's security. July 16, 2018
ANALYSIS: The Putin-Trump summit didn’t change anything for Israel, and maybe that’s not so badThere was nothing stated publicly during the Putin-Trump summit in Helsinki that suggests a major change in policy -- and for Israel that might not be such a bad thing. July 16, 2018
Sirens blare in south; projectile misses target, lands in GazaJust hours after Netanyahu visited the south and said the Jewish state is 'in a prolonged struggle' against Islamic terrorism, sirens blared July 16, 2018
Palestinian terrorist gets light sentence because he stabbed only onceA Palestinian terrorist was given a lenient sentence for stabbing a Jewish woman because stabbing only once is not considered murderous intent by the judges. July 16, 2018
Netanyahu vows to stop arson terror during surprise visit to southThe prime minister promised to stop Hamas's bomb-laden kites and balloons during a surprise visit to the south. July 16, 2018
WATCH: Israel-Hamas ceasefire appears to holdA ceasefire that ended a barrage of Hamas rocket attacks and responding Israeli airstrikes appeared to be in effect despite warnings from Netanyahu of arson terror from Gaza. July 16, 2018
Israel ramping up attacks in Syria to prevent flow of arms from Iran – reportIsrael has been increasing the number of air attacks on Iranian targets in Syria to prevent the Islamic Republic from transferring arms. July 16, 2018
IDF crackdown in Judea and Samaria nabs terrorist weaponsTroops seized weapons and cash meant to fund terrorism during raids in Judea and Samaria. July 16, 2018
WATCH: IDF commander says Hamas will pay a high price for terrorIsrael's Southern Command head briefed IDF troops on the current situation, making it clear that Israel will not tolerate terrorism, including arson. July 16, 2018
Ministers, IDF clash over targeting Gaza youths launching ‘fire kites’Israeli ministers and the IDF brass clashed on whether or not to target youths behind arson terrorism. July 16, 2018
22 killed, including 9 Iranians, in IDF attack on Syrian base – reportIranian forces were present during an air attack reportedly carried out by Israel on a Syrian military base near Aleppo. July 16, 2018
NY Times: Israel ‘torched its way’ to Iranian nuclear secretsAn extensive feature in the New York Times on Sunday provides new details about the Mossad operation in January through which Israel captured 50,000 pages of evidence detailing Iran's nuclear program. July 15, 2018
IDF deploys Iron Dome batteries in Tel Aviv after clashes with HamasThe Israeli military announced on Sunday deployment of additional Iron Dome batteries after large-scale clashes with the Hamas terror group over the weekend. July 15, 2018
Hamas leader promises more violence unless Israel lifts blockadeHaniyeh threatened further escalation in the violence on the Israel-Gaza border if Israel's blockade on the Gaza Strip is not lifted By: World Israel News Staff A top Hamas leader threatened further escal... July 15, 2018
Netanyahu thanks Trump for ‘strong policy against Iran’ ahead of summit with PutinNetanyahu spoke with Trump about Iran's presence in Syria and thanked him for America's 'strong policy' ahead of Trump's summit with Putin. July 15, 2018
Arab-Israeli lawmaker calls on Arabs to seek housing in Jewish communitiesAn Arab Joint List MK called on young Arab couples struggling to find housing in all-Arab communities to search in Jewish communities, in an interview with Israel Hayom. July 15, 2018
IDF targets Gaza terrorists launching ‘arson balloons’The Israeli Air Force struck a terrorist cell that launched a bomb-laden balloon into Israel from Gaza. July 15, 2018
Mysterious blast in Gaza kills head of terror rocket unitA Palestinian father and son were killed in Gaza city in an apparent 'work accident.' July 15, 2018
As southern front heats up, IDF drill simulates conquering Gaza CityThe IDF launched a series of exercises that simulate the takeover of Gaza City after a weekend of military escalation. July 15, 2018
Knesset advances bill to limit Supreme Court petitions by PalestiniansA Knesset committee approved a bill that, if passed, would force Palestinians without Israeli citizenship to petition the Jerusalem District Court before appealing to the Supreme Court. July 15, 2018
WATCH: Sheer terror on Israeli street as Hamas rocket lands near synagogueIsraelis experience sheer terror as they run for cover from a Hamas rocket attack that fell near a synagogue in the southern city of Sderot. July 15, 2018
Netanyahu: Gaza ceasefire must include halt to ‘fire kites’'We are not prepared to accept any attacks against us and we will respond appropriately,' Netanyahu stated. July 15, 2018
Rightwing politicians slam Gaza ceasefire with Hamas Rightwing politicians slammed the ceasefire reached Saturday night between Israel and Hamas, saying it would enable the terror organization to regroup and continue its belligerence. July 15, 2018
IDF tells residents of south to return to normal despite shaky Gaza ceasefireThe IDF gave an all-clear to residents of communities adjacent to Gaza even though rockets were fired from the Strip after a supposed ceasefire was declared. July 15, 2018
Netanyahu: ‘IDF struck Hamas with hardest blow since Operation Protective Edge’Following a day of rockets launched at Israel from Gaza, the IDF attacked Hamas with the heaviest strikes since the 2014 summer war. July 14, 2018
Nearly 200 Gaza rockets fired into Israel; Sderot home hit, injuring 3 family membersThree civilians were hurt when Gaza terrorists fired a mortar and scored a direct hit on a home in Sderot. July 14, 2018
WATCH: IDF footage of airstrikes on Hamas basesThe IDF has released gun camera footage of airstrikes conducted on a Hamas base over the Sabbath. July 14, 2018
Israel fires Patriot missile at second drone from Syria this weekThe IDF announced that it launched a Patriot missile at a drone that approached the country's border from Syria. July 13, 2018
WATCH: Hamas rocket hits kindergarten playground in SderotHere is live footage of a kindergarten being hit recently. Fortunately, the children had not yet arrived. July 13, 2018
WATCH: Syrian colonel threatens Israel, Saudi ArabiaA Syrian army colonel, interviewed in southern Syria accused the U.S. and Saudi Arabia of "divert[ing Syria] from its goal" of waging war in "Palestine" and attacking Israelis and Saudis. July 13, 2018
Besieged Syrians plead for Israeli protection, denounce Assad, PutinRecent footage from Syria shows hundreds of locals on Israel's border, denouncing Assad and Putin and asking for IDF protection against victorious regime forces. July 12, 2018
Opinion: A tale of two meetings – Netanyahu, Putin and Trump Israel is uniquely positioned to strike a deal with Russia regarding Iran's future involvement in Syria. July 12, 2018
IDF attacks Syria in retaliation for drone infiltrationIsrael's Air Force attacked targets in the Quneitra region along Israel's northern border after Syria sent a reconnaissance drone into Israeli territory. July 12, 2018
US senator warns Israel not to trust Russia to remove Iran from SyriaA senior US Republican senator warned Israel against striking a deal with Moscow, saying Russia cannot be trusted. July 12, 2018
IDF fires drone at arson terrorists, makes arrest at Gaza borderIn two unrelated incidents on Wednesday, the Israeli military confronted threats posed by Palestinians preparing to launch incendiary terror attacks on Israel. July 11, 2018
Netanyahu to Putin: We will ‘act decisively’ to defend Israeli territoryIn a meeting with Putin, Netanyahu reiterated Israel's resolve to eliminate Iran's military presence on its borders and act decisively against any spillover fighting from Syria. July 11, 2018
California Democrat accuses Israel of ‘genocide,’ praises anti-Semite FarrakhanA Democratic candidate for the California State Assembly claimed Israel commits genocide against the Palestinians and declared that she "enjoy listening to Farakhan's sermons." By: World Israel News Staff ... July 11, 2018
Israeli-Arab lawmakers praise Irish for sanctioning Jewish businesses in Judea and SamariaThe Joint Arab List endorsed a pending Irish bill that would make the trade of Israeli products made in Judea and Samaria illegal. July 11, 2018
IDF Patriot missile shoots down Syrian drone over Sea of GalileeIsraeli Patriot missiles shot down a Syrian drone that infiltrated Israel's air space. July 11, 2018
Jerusalem mufti: Muslim who sells land to Jews ‘traitor to Islam’'Anyone who sells his land to the enemies or accepts compensation for it will commit a sin,' Jerusalem's mufti ruled in a fatwa. July 11, 2018
Hamas boycotts fruit from Israel in retaliation for partial border closureHamas is blocking the entry of Israeli produce into Gaza in retaliation for the closure of the Kerem Shalom Crossing. July 11, 2018