The move reflects the failure of efforts to reunite the West Bank, where the government is based, and the Gaza Strip, controlled by the militant group Hamas.
Author: ISABEL KERSHNER
Israel Confirms Attacks on Iranian Targets in Syria
After years of ambiguity, the Israel leadership has grown bolder about acknowledging strikes in Syria just after they occur, raising fears of prompting retaliation.
Israel, in Rare Admission, Confirms Strike on Iranian Targets in Syria
By lifting the veil on its campaign to curb Iranian influence in the region, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to be trying to convey confidence during his re-election campaign.
Israeli Teenagers Are Suspected in Deadly Stoning of a Palestinian Woman
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Israel Dispatch: New Year’s Fete From Russia Irks Some in Israel: ‘It’s Not a Jewish Holiday’
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Amos Oz, Israeli Author and Peace Advocate, Dies at 79
One of Israel’s most prolific writers, he published numerous works of both fiction and nonfiction, and his writing was translated into more than 35 languages.
With Early Israel Elections, Netanyahu Banks on Strengthening Support
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facing possible bribery charges, had wanted his government to complete its term through next November. He changed his mind.
Israel Calls for International Action Against Hezbollah Tunnels
Israel’s military exposed a fourth tunnel from Lebanon, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made the case for United Nations action.
Facebook Blocks Netanyahu’s Son, Saying His Posts ‘Included Hate Speech’
Yair Netanyahu, the older son of the Israeli prime minister, is a divisive online presence. Facebook blocked him for 24 hours, so he turned to Twitter.
Suspected of Crimes, Netanyahu Is Also Suspected of Fear-Mongering
Critics say the Israeli prime minister, battling for political survival, over-dramatized an anti-tunnel military operation to distract from his predicament.