Operation protective edge

On this day: Bodies of Gil-Ad Shaer, Naftali Frenkel, and Eyal Yifrah found in West Bank

The murder of the three teenagers led to the IDF’s invasion of Gaza the next week, launching the 2014 Gaza War, also known as Operation Protective Edge.

Eyal Yifrah, Gil-Ad Shaer and Naftali Fraenkel (L-R).
IDF soldiers complete an operation to seal the underground tunnel in which the remains of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin were held captive by Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip. June 29, 2026.

IDF seals 16-kilometer Hamas tunnel where murdered soldier Hadar Goldin's remains were held

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas chairs the first meeting of the Palestinian unity government, June 2, 2014.

On This Day: Fatah, Hamas factions form short-lived 'Palestinian Unity Government' to rule over PA

IDF soldiers stand at the entrance of a tunnel that Hamas used to attack Israel, in Beit Hanun, December 17, 2023

'Like a subway': IDF reveals Rafah tunnels where Hadar Goldin's remains were held


On this day: Gilad Shalit Released from Hamas captives

When one Israeli became worth 1,027 Palestinian prisoners.

Gilad Shalit 521

John Kerry vents frustration over working with Netanyahu in new book

Kerry writes that he lost trust in the Israeli PM.

Kerry, Netanyahu in Tel Aviv July 23

Amnesty International concerned over arms supplied to Israel, Saudi Arabia

“The Arms Trade Treaty states clearly that arms exports are prohibited if there is a real risk of them contributing to human rights violations."

A child walks around a fake tank parked outside the US embassy during a protest held by Amnesty International in Mexico City.

Goldin family appeals to media to stop using anonymous sources

Leah and Simha Goldin wrote on Monday: “In recent months, the Israeli media has published articles and analyses that contradict the family’s stance.

Leah Goldin, mother of Hadar, speaks at a press conference, August 5, 2018

Israel making ‘great strides’ to Gaza operation, minister says

"It is clear that after four years of quiet since Operation Protective Edge residents are back in an unacceptable situation."

IDF FORCES operate inside the Gaza Strip during Operation Protective Edge

400 IDF soldiers return medals received in Operation Protective Edge

IDF veterans protested outside Netanyahu’s residence marking four years since the military operation against Hamas in Gaza.

An Israeli soldier from the Nahal Brigade carries equipment after returning to Israel from Gaza August 5, 2014

Goldin, Shaul families challenge gov’t, Hamas

Zehava Shaul, Oron’s mother, told the conference she believes the time has come for Israeli and Gazan leaders to come to a solution in the case.

 THE PARENTS and twin brother of IDF Lt. Hadar Goldin announce their intent to petition the High Court of Justice to force the government to do more to get Hamas to release the remains of their son. (Flash90)

PM at Protective Edge memorial: ‘There is no existence without sacrifice’

The prime minister said that one of the goals of Hamas during the 2014 war was to isolate Israel internationally.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a ceremony marking Operation Protective Edge, July 3, 2018

On 12th anniversary of capture, Hamas releases new footage of Gilad Schalit

In the photos, Schalit can be seen in his cell and out of it, including in the company of his captors.

IDF Soldier Gilad Schalit in Hamas custody

IDF promotes officers who think outside the box, but still follow the line

In the end, the argument that the IDF promotes colorless rule-abiding commanders is simply not true.

IDF forces gather in the South near the border with the Gaza Strip on July 23, 2014.