Why is Gaza Such a Problem?

Following intense action over the past couple days in and near the Gaza Strip, questions such as these arise: "What's the deal with Gaza, and why are they such a problem?" Questions such as those are answered in a very timely article written by Susan Michael, Director of ICEJ-US branch.  Find those answers in Why …

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Rockets Rain Down on Israel

Since Sunday night's IDF special ops raid into the Gaza Strip, activity has ramped up in and around Gaza.  A top Hamas commander and several other terrorists were killed as a result of that mission, though it came at a cost.  Israeli sources have now confirmed that an IDF special ops officer was killed in …

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Developing: Israeli Ground Attack Takes Out Hamas Commander

I'm following news out of Israel, indicating a top Hamas commander was killed Sunday night in the Gazan city of Khan Younis.  Several other lower-ranking Hamas terrorists were killed in the attack as well. Typically, Israeli strikes are in response to aggressive acts such as rocket launches, incendiary kites or border skirmishes from the Gaza …

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Pray for an IDF Lone Soldier

Most of you know that practically every Israeli 18-year-old is required to serve in the military.  (Girls for at least 2 years, boys for 3.) However, did you know there are Jewish young people all over the world who choose to go to Israel for the specific purpose of serving in the IDF?  It's true!  …

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