Report says Netanyahu briefed Likud ministers to tell the press the appointment is a political move and temporary; a year ago Likud said post is 'not a job arrangement' for Bennett

No rocket attacks or Israeli airstrikes since midnight, but schools in south closed; cabinet to meet to reassess situation after 200 rockets fired into Israel

Argentina, Uruguay agree to wait on decision until Thursday; if much-anticipated friendly is called off, it would be a significant financial and political blow for Jerusalem

Reports say Netanyahu wanted to immediately eliminate Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror chief after September 10 incident, but security officials made him wait

Municipalities of Ashkelon, Modiin, Rishon Lezion, Beersheba, Ramat Gan and others say classes won't be held; Tel Aviv, Herzliya also expected to cancel

Following approval of his appointment by cabinet on Sunday, New Right MK takes over from Netanyahu at army HQ, takes action allowing greater jurisdiction over civilian population

Blue and White leader, a former IDF chief, says escalation of hostilities won't affect coalition talks; says slain Palestinian terror commander was 'destined for death'

30 people injured in barrages; man lightly wounded when missile explodes on major highway; family hiding in bomb shelter escapes injury as projectile destroys their home

Netanyahu stresses Israel not seeking further conflict with Gaza after killing Baha Abu al-Ata; strike was okayed 10 days ago, with ministers telling IDF to choose the time

After six hours of attacks by Islamic Jihad in response to assassination of top terrorist, army announces start of retaliatory air campaign