A tense peace between Israel and Hamas
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Iran, a Longtime Backer of Hamas, Cheers Attacks on Israel
Tehran jumped at the chance to portray militants’ barrages on Israel as revenge for Israeli attacks on Iran. But Israel says Tehran played no role in the latest conflict.
Iran, a Longtime Backer of Hamas, Cheers Attacks on Israel
Tehran jumped at the chance to portray militants’ barrages on Israel as revenge for Israeli attacks on Iran. But Israel says Tehran played no role in the latest conflict.
Before Rage Flared, a Push to Make Israel’s Mixed Towns More Jewish
An eruption of Arab-Jewish violence inside Israeli cities has focused attention on a movement of religious nationalists seeking to strengthen the Jewish presence in areas with large Arab populations.
Life Under Occupation: The Misery at the Heart of the Israel-Gaza Conflict
An eviction in East Jerusalem lies at the center of a conflict that led to war between Israel and Hamas. But for millions of Palestinians, the routine indignities of occupation are part of daily life.
A Look Inside Israel’s ‘Fortress of Zion’ Military Command Beneath Tel Aviv
The country’s military and intelligence commanded the recent assault on Hamas in Gaza from an underground bunker made for high-tech air wars.
Conflict Strengthens Netanyahu, but the Price Is High
The battle with Hamas may benefit Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel politically in the short term, but it leaves his underlying problems unresolved.
In Israel, Questions Over What the Gaza Operation Achieved
Several analysts argued that bombarding Gaza drew world condemnation but failed to deliver a decisive blow to Hamas.
Palestinian Anger With Israel Is Undimmed, Even With Battle Paused
Unrest broke out in Jerusalem and the West Bank again on Friday, and Palestinians across Israel and the occupied territories expressed the need for common cause against injustice.
Israel’s Military Inflicted a Heavy Toll. But Did It Achieve Its Aim?
Israel’s military says its airstrikes killed dozens of senior Hamas operatives and destroyed critical military infrastructure. But victory is hard to measure.