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Shin Bet Chief Fears Massive Military Buildup by Hamas

Shin Ben Director Nadav Argaman is urging the security cabinet to take steps to counter the ongoing Hamas military buildup. Meanwhile, the terror group continues to upgrade its rockets ahead of a future conflict with Israel. Argaman warned the cabinet…

Rocket Fired at Southern Israel During Netanyahu Visit

Terrorists in the Gaza Strip fired a rocket at the southern town of Ashkelon Wednesday evening. The attack took place while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in the area for a political event. The IDF activated air raid sirens in…

IDF Shoots Gaza Infiltrator, Seizes 50 Guns in West Bank

IDF forces on Monday shot and wounded an infiltrator from the Gaza Strip armed with a knife. The latest border incident highlights an uptick in infiltration attempts from Gaza into Israeli territory. The army said that surveillance teams spotted a…

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Are Israel and Hamas Close to Dramatic Truce Deal?

Recent comments by IDF officials suggest that Israel and Hamas are moving closer to a long-term ceasefire deal. Such dramatic breakthrough could fundamentally change realities in and around Gaza. However, until the sides reach an agreement, southern Israel residents will…

Gaza Tensions Rise After Rocket Attack, Border Incidents

Tensions around Gaza are rising again following two border incidents and a rocket attack. Early Thursday, IDF fighter jets bombed a Hamas facility in response to the rocket fire. Thursday afternoon, IDF forces detained three suspects who crossed the Gaza…

IDF Forces Thwart Terror Attacks in Gaza and West Bank

An IDF drone fired at and hit an armed Palestinian terrorist at the Gaza border fence Tuesday evening. Meanwhile, troops in the West Bank thwarted a firebomb attack on Israeli vehicles near Bethlehem. IDF surveillance teams deployed around Gaza spotted…