Why Hamas promises another war soon, and another and another. And why it won’t work

US president says he is 'praying' ceasefire will hold, adds that until region unequivocally acknowledges Israel's right to exist, 'there will be no peace'

Ismail Haniyeh says terror group will continue to battle Jewish state 'until Al-Aqsa Mosque is liberated,' amid fresh clashes at Jerusalem holy site

After 11 days of Hamas bombardment, some say it's a huge relief just being able to safely go outside again

White House was accused by Dem. progressives, allies abroad of lacking urgency and coddling Israel, but latest escalation was brought to a close after a relatively short 11 days

Despite intense surveillance and tight restrictions, the terror group manages to produce and procure thousands of long-range rockets and other arms

Ceasefire that went into effect at 2. am. appears to be holding; terror group leader hails 'euphoria of victory' as crowds gather in Gaza, West Bank and East Jerusalem

Violence continues until minutes before ceasefire goes into effect at 2 a.m.; Biden offers assistance, sees 'opportunity' to move toward peace; Israel and Hamas claim success

US president thanks Netanyahu for bringing end to Gaza fighting, backs Israel's right to self-defense, promises to replenish Israel's Iron Dome interceptors, stop Hamas rearming

Truce to go into effect 2 a.m.; Hamas official declares victory, says terror group received assurances on Israeli policies in Jerusalem; Israel hails 'unprecedented' achievements