Humanitarian aid trucks, loaded with 1,119 tons of supplies, were transferred through the Kerem Shalom Crossing into the Gaza Strip today. The products transferred include flour, medical equipment, and medicine donated by international organizations and several countries, such as: United Nations Re[...]
Archive for the ‘Operation Cast Lead’ Category
Israel Fights the War on Terrorism
Two opinion pieces in today’s paper discuss the current operations against Hamas in light of the worldwide efforts to combat terrorist entities. William Kristol, writing in the New York Times, discusses how Israel has managed to learn from her mistakes made in conducting a war against Hizbul[...]
Would You Keep Explosives in the Bathroom?
As this video shows, evidently, Hamas does. Upon entering Gaza, the IDF has found tunnels and stores of weapons in some pretty strange places–many of which are in civilian areas (like the bathroom above). You can find more videos and footage on YouTube. 0 people like this post. Like [...]
UPDATE: The Humanitarian Situation in Gaza, 05 January
Three crossings into Gaza were open today (05 January). This allowed approximately 80 truckloads of supplies and 200,000 liters of gasoline (for the Gaza power plant) to enter the Gaza Strip. Israel has been working with the International Committee of the Red Cross to conduct necessary humanitaria[...]
President Peres on ABC’s “This Week”
President Shimon Peres appeared yesterday on ABC’s “This Week” with George Stephanopoulos. He discussed Israel’s position on the six-month “state of calm” that expired last month and insisted that a future ceasefire must ensure that no further terror emanate fro[...]
Home Front Crucial to Gaza Success
With the IDF now operating on the ground in several sectors of the Gaza Strip, Operation “Cast Lead” is well into its second stage. Unfortunately, Israeli divisions have begun to suffer their casualties and the loss of one soldier. The military expected Hamas to fight back; so far, h[...]
NYC Mayor Bloomberg Visits Israel (+ Video)
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, accompanied by Police Commissioner Ray Kelly and US Congressman Gary Ackerman, visited Israel today for a one-day solidarity mission. During his short stay, he managed to meet with Foreign Minister Livni, Prime Minister Olmert, and residents of Sderot and Ash[...]
Why has Israel started a ground operation today?
People have asked us this question through our twitter account and the blog. Here is what Consul David Saranga has to say on the matter of today’s ground operation: Hamas still maintains the capacity and will to engage in terrorism. With Iranian assistance, Hamas has extended the reach of its [...]
Statement from Governor Corzine (NJ) Regarding the Crisis in the Middle East
NEWS RELEASE Governor Jon S. Corzine January 3, 2009 TRENTON – Governor Jon S. Corzine today issued the following statement regarding the current crisis in the Middle East: “The current crisis in Israel and Gaza reflects a fundamental truth: Violence begets violence. What is happenin[...]
UPDATE: Security Cabinet Decision on the Continuation of IDF Operations in the Gaza Strip
Security Cabinet Decision on the Continuation of IDF Operations in the Gaza Strip (Communicated by the Prime Minister’s Media Adviser) The Ministerial Committee on National Security Affairs (the Security Cabinet) met yesterday (Friday), 3.1.09, in order to discuss the continuation of IDF opera[...]
