Hamas sees a slight drop in support, but remains more popular than its Fatah rivals; majority of Palestinians approve of confidence-building measures between Israel, PA

Men return to coastal strip after spotting IDF patrol heading toward them, Incident is second infiltration attempt in three days

After Walid Taha says no good would come from toppling the government, terror group says the 'hesitant' remarks 'attest to a disconnection from the Palestinian Arab identity'

Military says suspects were carrying bolt cutters and knives and have been taken for questioning over incident on northern side of the Strip

Electoral commission says vote depends on Hamas allowing poll to take place in the Strip

The plan, which would give the Palestinian Authority some powers within coastal enclave, is 'the new Oslo [Accords],' says PA source

In rare interview days after ending his tenure, Eli Sharvit says missile frigates and submarines are now continuously deployed to protect ships from growing threats posed by Tehran

Money disbursed through supermarkets, money exchange shops and other stores; no final agreement on aid for Hamas' government payroll

Army collected weapons of volunteers amid spate of robberies and planned to store them in centralized safes for distribution in times of emergency, but has yet to set them up

After reportedly courting defense minister for months, opposition leader goes on offensive, though Blue and White chair brushes off criticism as meaningless