Month: November 2012

Israel strikes media buildings in Gaza, expanding its range of targets

Israel strikes media buildings in Gaza, expanding its range of targets

TEL AVIV — The Israeli military struck two buildings used by journalists in Gaza early Sunday during the fifth day of a campaign against militants in the Palestinian enclave. Hours later, artillery rounds landed in southern Israeli cities and the country’s missile defense system intercepted a powerful long-range rocket over Tel Aviv, the second such incident in as many days. Sunday’s strikes in Ga... »

Call to Mass Prayer for Israeli Soldiers at Western Wall

Call to Mass Prayer for Israeli Soldiers at Western Wall

Jews will gather Sunday afternoon at the Western Wall (Kotel) in the OldCity of Jerusalem at 4 p.m. (9 a.m. EST) to pray for the safety of Israel’s soldiers in their fight against Gaza terrorists. Israeli Sephardic Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar will lead the mass prayer service for the safety and success of the Israeli Defense Force, which stands guard for the nation. The IDF is fighting to return... »

Israel prepares for expansion in Gaza

Israel prepares for expansion in Gaza

Near the Israel-Gaza border (CNN) — Israel is prepared to significantly escalate its military operation against Palestinian militants in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday. The comments come on the heels of reports that the Israel Defense Forces have widened the scope of their effort to stop rocket attacks from Gaza, targeting Palestinian media organizations, government buil... »

Photos: The Israeli Experience of Life Under Fire

Photos: The Israeli Experience of Life Under Fire

Photos documenting the reality of Israeli citizens since November 14, 2012, as they face countless barrages of rockets fired from Gaza. Related posts: Sound of Sirens: The Israeli Experience Photos: Israeli Houses Damaged by Hamas Rocket Fire Mourning and Joy: The Israeli Experience in 48 Hours »