Egypt agrees importance of de-escalating Gaza-Israel violence
In a telephone conversation with Egyptian President Mohammed Mursi, President Obama condemned the rocket fire from Gaza to Israel.
President Mursi agreed on the importance of working to de-escalate the situation with Israel and Gaza as quickly as possible.
Return of the bus bomb has struck terror in Tel Aviv
Today's bombing in Tel Aviv is reminiscent of six years ago and could mark a serious escalation in the conflict.
Gaza truce suits all sides but is no guarantee of peace
A truce in Gaza suits all sides but none of the groups seem interested in a long-lasting solution.
Close up on Israel's Iron Dome air defence system
A complex system of air defences has been instrumental in protecting Israel's population from incoming rockets.