Demonstrators in a number of locations wave Palestinian flags, brandish anti-war slogans; in Haifa, several call to 'continue the way' of slain PIJ commander Jabari

Initial reports from Gaza claimed Israeli strike in Jabaliya killed seven, including 4 kids; Israeli officials say Israel has 'unequivocal' video, radar proof it was rocket misfire

Party leader says it did not take ministerial roles in government in order to avoid divisive security matters

Cairo playing role of mediator in conflict, but both sides seem uninterested in bringing an end to escalation at this stage

IDF continues striking Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza Strip as second day of Operation Breaking Dawn draws to a close; top general says there are 'many' more PIJ targets to hit

Former prime minister refused for over a year to meet with leaders whose legitimacy he questioned

Police minister says forces will ensure public safety in the capital for annual day of fast, which comes this year during the latest outbreak of violence

'Each month or each year there is a war,' one resident laments amid latest fighting; 'I hope this escalation won't turn into a bigger conflict,' another says

Why the IDF resorted to force, how Islamic Jihad has bolstered its rocket capabilities, Iran's behind-the-scenes role, and the dilemma facing Hamas

'Thank God nothing happened to us': No injuries in strike from Gaza, though father of two young children says 'very significant' damage to building