Palestinian militants launched rockets into southern Israel, killing one Israeli man, and four Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire.
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The Israeli Election: A Journey to Netanyahu’s Base
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership has divided the country, but can Israelis imagine a future without him?
Protest at Gaza Fence Is Mostly Peaceful as Both Sides Urge Restraint
Tens of thousands of Palestinians marked the first anniversary of protests that have frequently led to violence. Three Palestinians were killed.
Israel and Hamas Trade Fire Over Rocket Attack
Israel’s military said it fired at Hamas targets hours after a rocket from Gaza hit a house about 20 miles north of Tel Aviv. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed Hamas for the attack and vowed to respond forcefully.
Gaza Rocket Sets Off Daylong Battle Between Hamas and Israel
Israel and Hamas exchanged fire after a rocket struck near Tel Aviv. The battle created a political crisis for Israel’s prime minister but no deaths were reported.
Hamas Crackdown on Gaza Protests Instills Fear
When protests erupted across Gaza to protest tax increases and demand better living conditions, Hamas responded by beating demonstrators and detaining 1,000 people.
U.N. Panel Urges Investigation Into Israeli Shootings at Gaza Border a Year Ago
The commission’s report, disputed by Israel, says Israeli soldiers may have committed war crimes and crimes against humanity when they fired on Palestinian protesters last March.
West Bank Attack Raises Tensions as Israeli Elections Approach
A Palestinian killed an Israeli soldier and a civilian. The assault quickly became fodder in a heated election campaign.
After Rockets Are Fired at Tel Aviv, Israel and Hamas Quickly Pull Back
The Israeli military said the rocket fire had been a mistake. A Hamas official blamed rogue militants. Either way, both sides worked to restore calm.
Israel Strikes After Rockets Are Fired From Gaza to Tel Aviv
Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad denied responsibility. The Israeli military struck back at Gaza early Friday.