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Behind the Headlines: The tragedy at the school in Jebaliya
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(6 Jan 2009)
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An initial inquiry by forces on operating in the area of the incident indicates that a number of mortar shells were fired at IDF forces from within the Jebaliya school. In response to the incoming enemy fire, the forces returned mortar fire to the source.
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Behind the Headlines: Israel expands Operation Cast Lead
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(4 Jan 2009)
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The upgrading of Israel's military activity was necessary to achieve the goals of operation Cast Lead - to deal the Hamas terror infrastructure a crippling blow and to enhance long-term security for Israel’s southern population.
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Behind the Headlines: Hamas increases range of rocket fire
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(31 Dec 2008)
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On Tuesday, 30 December, the longer-range Grad rockets now being fired from Gaza reached as far as Beersheba. The government of Israel is determined to create a more secure reality that will ensure the safety of southern Israel over the long term.
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Behind the Headlines: Israeli release of Palestinian prisoners
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(25 Aug 2008)
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On 25 August 2008, Israel released 198 convicted Palestinian terrorists. Israel undertook this risky measure in the hope of promoting dialogue with the pragmatic Palestinians who reject terrorism and are engaged in diplomacy with Israel.
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Behind the Headlines:Terrorism in Jerusalem
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(24 Jul 2008)
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Incitement of hatred of Israel in general and of its Jewish population in particular is the apparent cause of the disturbing increase in terror activities involving Arab residents of East Jerusalem
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