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| June 29, 2014
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Egypt security officials arrests 15 ISIS militants that entered Sinai via Gaza tunnels

After tracking militant cell crossing from Gaza through tunnels at Rafah, Egyptian special forces arrest 15 militants.

By JPOST.COM STAFF

Egyptian special forces tracked and arrested a terrorist cell which had used tunnels to cross from Gaza into the Sinai Peninsula, Ma’ariv reported on Saturday. The 15 militants arrested belong to the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

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ISIS fighters – Photo: REUTERS

Further interrogation of the cell by Egyptian forces revealed that the group’s intent was to relay messages and set up terrorist cells for the ISIS in Egypt, to fight the Egyptian government.

For its part, the Gaza Interior Ministry rejected the claims by Egyptian security sources that the militants crossed into Sinai from Gaza. Continue Reading »

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| June 28, 2014
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UN REPORT: Experts Connect the ‘Klos C’ weapons ship to Iran

UN panel concludes that the shipment of weapons & explosives seized by the Israel Navy in March originated in Iran and was destined to Sudan, not Gaza.

By Reuters

 

A UN expert panel has concluded that a shipment of rockets and other weapons that was seized by Israel came from Iran and represents a violation of the UN arms embargo on Tehran, according to a confidential report obtained by Reuters on Friday.

The Klos C being escorted by Israeli Shayetet 13 commandos - Courtesy IDF Spokesperson's Unit

The Klos C being escorted by Israeli Shayetet 13 commandos – Courtesy IDF Spokesperson’s Unit

The finding comes just days ahead of the next round of negotiations in Vienna between Iran and six world powers aimed at securing a deal that would gradually lift international sanctions on Tehran – including the arms embargo – in exchange for curbs on the controversial Iranian nuclear program. Continue Reading »

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| June 28, 2014
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1 of 2 Gaza Rocket Sets Sderot Plastic Factory on Fire

2 Gaza rockets fired at Sderot, one lands on open area, the 2nd sets local factory on fire. Local fire crews fight to keep the large chemical blaze from spreading to neighboring factories.

By Ari Yashar

 

Gaza terrorists fired two rockets on Israel on Saturday evening, hitting communities in the Sha’ar Hanegev Regional Council area to the immediate east of the Hamas-enclave.

Ynet – screenshot

One rocket hit the “Denber” plastic factory in Sderot’s industrial area directly, causing a large fire to break out.

No injuries were reported from the strike, although the fire continues to rage as firefighting units struggle to put the blaze out. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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WATCH: Pinpoint hit takes out 2 Gaza Terrorists who shot rockets into Israel

* UPDATED WITH GAZA CC SECURITY FOOTAGE

Palestinians say Israeli aircraft hit a car driving in the center of Gaza, assassinating two operatives from the Islamic militant group, Al-Nasser Salah al-Din Brigades.

By Elior Levy, Yoav Zitun

 

The Israel Air Force attacked a vehicle with two Palestinian terrorists in the Gaza Strip on Friday. The Palestinians reported the two had been killed.

The car hit by the IAF – Photo: Reuters

Palestinian news agency Ma’an identified the two as Muhammad al-Fasih, 24, from Gaza City, and Usama al Hassumi 29, from Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip, senior members of Al-Nasser Salah al-Din Brigades, the military wing of the Popular Resistance Committees. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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Abduction of Israeli teens backfires on Hamas, 5 dead, hundreds arrested as search continues

 

On ‘Day 15’ of Operation Brother’s Keeper, Defense Minister vows IDF’s relentless search for abducted Israeli teens will continue.

• PA President Abbas: Abductors seek to harm Palestinian people.
• Mayor of Hebron pleads for teens’ release

By Lilach Shoval and Daniel Siryoti

 

Operation Brother’s Keeper entered Day 15 Friday, as the Israel Defense Forces’ search for abducted Israeli teens Gil-ad Shaer, Eyal Yifrach and Naftali Frenkel continued across Judea and Samaria.

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon – Photo: Dudi Vaaknin

Security forces operating in the Hebron area arrested 16 Palestinians overnight, and according to military sources 136 sites were searched.

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| June 27, 2014
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Israel Air Force strikes terror sites in Gaza

Reason for the air-strike still officially unconfirmed, but likely retaliation for explosive device detonated earlier today targeting IDF soldiers on patrol along the border with Gaza.

By JPOST.COM STAFF

 

The Israel Air Force struck terror sites in the central and southern Gaza Strip, Friday afternoon, according to the IDF Spokesman’s Office.

IAF F15 fighter jet – Photo: IDF SPOKESMAN’S OFFICE

The reason for the strike is still unconfirmed.

Earlier in the day, explosive device detonated near the southern border of the Gaza Strip, Israeli media reported. No injuries were reported in that incident.

Soldiers from an IDF unit carrying out routine operational activity along the border between Israel and southern Gaza reported hearing a loud explosion. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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U.N. Security Council dismiss Iranian & Saudi request to condemn Israel

 

“Both of these countries have the audacity to stand here & accuse Israel of human rights violations… Unbelievable!” Israel’s UN envoy Prosor said, reminding the UN that “one created Hezbollah & the other created al-Qaeda” and both are right now “fighting a proxy war in Syria,” killing thousands.

By Yitzhak Benhorin

 

The UN Security Council on Thursday rejected another attempt of Arab and Muslim countries to condemn Israel’s military operation in the West Bank to find the abducted Israeli teenagers.

Ambassodor Ron Prosor - Photo: YouTude screenshot

Ambassador Ron Prosor – Photo: YouTube screenshot

A petition from a coalition of Iran, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar was raised during a closed discussion of the UN Security Council. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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Spain & Italy warns citizens: Don’t invest in E. Jerusalem, Jewish settlements or Golan Heights

Italy and Spain join Germany, U.K. & France in advising against possible legal and financial risks for those investing in Israel.

 

The Spanish and Italian governments issued a warning to their citizens on Friday against doing business with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, in East Jerusalem, and in the Golan Heights. The foreign ministries of both countries announced that companies engaging in economic activity in the settlements would be making themselves vulnerable to a series of risks.

מעלה אדומים, משרד החוץ דורש לשנות את הכיתוב (צילום: באדיבות Lowshot)

Ma’ale Adumim in Judea and Samaria – Photo: Lowshot

According to the announcements made by Spain and Italy, the European Union and its member states do not recognize Israeli rule in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights, which were conquered in 1967, and regard the settlements as illegal in international law.

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| June 27, 2014
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Gaza Terrorists Detonate Explosive Device as IDF Patrol Israel’s Security Barrier

—– SPECIAL SECURITY REPORT —–

Explosive device to kill IDF soldiers was next to Kibbutz Nirim, close to Gaza.

IDF tanks fire back at terrorist’s look-out position, reportedly wounding 5.

By Ari Yashar

 

An explosive was detonated on Friday morning on the security barrier right by Kibbutz Nirim, located in the Eshkol Regional Council just outside of the Hamas-enclave of Gaza.

The blast went off as an IDF patrol passed through the area, in what apparently was a targeted attack. IDF reports that no soldiers were injured, although light damage apparently was inflicted on an army vehicle.

IDF tanks began returning fire at suspicious points on the Gaza side of the security border reports Channel 10. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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Tel Aviv holds its annual all-night culture & entertainment event ‘White Night 2014’

 

Tel Aviv annual all-night arts & culture festival includes live music, street theater & a yoga session by the Mediterranean at dawn.

By Ynet

 

Tel Aviv is on Thursday night holding its annual all-night culture and entertainment event, running from the early evening hours to the break of dawn. Most of the events are free of charge or at a discount price. On the menu: music concerts, parties, art exhibitions, multimedia theatre, dance performances, fashion, shopping and more.

Tel Aviv White Night 2014 (Photro: Shutterstock)

Tel Aviv White Night 2014 – Photro: Shutterstock

The events are taking place across the city, including various activities at the Jaffa flea market, Jaffa port, Hatikva market, Rabin Square, Sarona, the old Ottoman railway station (HaTachana) and many more locations. Continue Reading »

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| June 27, 2014
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€1Million a year, & 7 years later, the EU still funds Gaza employees that have no work

The EU’s Gaza farce marches on: Although 7 years later, the EUBAM mission is still on ‘standby’, and the euros are still flowing.

 

In the Sir Humphrey-esque world of European Union waste, the EUBAM mission in Gaza might just be the jewel in the crown.

At the Rafah crossing between Egypt and the southern Gaza Strip. September 19, 2013.

At the Rafah crossing between Egypt and the southern Gaza Strip. September 19, 2013. – Photo: Reuters

Sir Humphrey, you may recall, took great pride in the perfect efficiency of a hospital that operated within budget and had no waiting-lists. Its only problem and the reason for its success: No patients.

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| June 27, 2014
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Sweden to Investigate Israel Over the Marmara

According to the Swedish legal authorities, claims of “aggravated assault, aggravated theft and violation of int’l law” will be investigated since Swedes were on board the 2010 and 2012 flotillas.

By Ari Yashar

 

Sweden launched an investigation against Israel on Thursday, over the IDF’s defense of its legal maritime blockade on the terrorist group Hamas’s enclave of Gaza in 2010 and 2012.

Mavi Marmara

Mavi Marmara – Photo: AFP

The 2010 incident was the Mavi Marmara flotilla’s attempted breach of the maritime blockade; in 2012 the Estelle, a ship bearing a Finnish flag, was stopped trying to breach the blockade as well.

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| June 27, 2014
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U.S. Congress honors Israel’s President Peres with Congressional Gold Medal

 

Praising the “unbelievable & unbreakable friendship” between the United States & Israel, Peres said: “Whether through military assistance and security cooperation, or through diplomatic and moral support, you sent us a clear message: that we are not alone.”

By i23news

 

Outgoing Israeli President Shimon Peres on Thursday received the Congressional Gold Medal in the US Capitol rotunda, as he bids farewell to Washington after decades of working with American leaders.

Israeli President Shimon Peres receives the Congressional Gold Medal 26.6.2014 – Photo: GPO

Peres received the US’s other highest honer in 2012, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, from US President Barack Obama. Continue Reading »

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| June 26, 2014
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UN demands end to Syrian military action in Golan border region with Israel

 

U.N. Security Council unanimously adopts resolution, “that there should be no military activity of any kind in the area of separation, including military operations by the Syrian Arab Armed Forces.”

By The Associated Press and Israel Hayom Staff

 

The U.N. Security Council on Wednesday strongly condemned the recent intense fighting between Syrian government and opposition fighters in the Golan Heights and demanded an end to all military activity in the area that has separated Syrian and Israeli forces since 1974.

Wounded Israelis are transported from Golan Heights to Rambam hospital in Haifa on Sunday – Photo: Michel Dot Com

A resolution unanimously adopted by the council echoed U.N.

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| June 26, 2014
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Israel Security Services reveals identity of 2 suspected kidnappers

Israel’s intelligence agency says 2 Hamas members, Marwan Quasma, 29, & Amar Abu Eisha, 32, from Hebron are the kidnappers.

Shin Bet says both men became wanted as soon as security forces learned of the kidnapping.

 

The Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) revealed on Thursday the identity of two of the main terrorists involved in the kidnapping of three Israeli youths this month.

wanted The intelligence agency named Marwan Quasma and Amar Abu Eisha both Hamas men from Hebron, as the two principal suspects behind the kidnapping, adding that both men became wanted as soon as security forces learned of the kidnapping.

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