Hamas
Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."
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2009 in Israel
Explore 21 historical events and records for Israel in 2009.
Historical records for Israel in 2009
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January
Hamas
After over a week of intense air strikes, Israeli troops crossed the border into Gaza, launching a ground war against the militant Palestinian group, Hamas.
Hamas
Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath.".
Hamas
More than 430 Palestinians and 4 Israelis have been killed since the fighting began Dec. 27, 2008.
Invasion of Gaza
Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath."
Invasion of Gaza
27, 2008
Invasion of Gaza
After over a week of intense air strikes, Israeli troops crossed the border into Gaza, launching a ground war against the militant Palestinian group, Hamas. More than 430 Palestinians and 4 Israelis have been killed since the fighting began Dec.
Invasion of Gaza
Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak states that this will be a "war to the bitter end," while Hamas spokesman Ismail Radwant declares Hamas would "fight until the last breath.".
Invasion of Gaza
The Israeli Defence Forces ground invasion began, with mechanised infantry, armor, and artillery units, supported by helicopter gunships, entering Gaza.
Siege of Gaza
The Israeli Defence Forces ground invasion began, with mechanised infantry, armor, and artillery units, supported by helicopter gunships, entering Gaza
Invasion of Gaza
The United Nations declares a suspension of aid in Gaza after one driver was killed and two others wounded in stray gunfire
Invasion of Gaza
Despite a call from the United Nations for cease-fire, fighting continues in Gaza. An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people
Invasion of Gaza
An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people
United Nations
An airstrike from Israel hits the United Nations Relief and Works Agency building in Gaza, injuring at least three people
Hamas
Israel announces unilateral cease-fire in Gaza, Hamas will continue to fight as long as Israeli troops remain in the area
Invasion of Gaza
At least 1,200 Palestinians and 13 Israelis have been killed during the conflict
Invasion of Gaza
Israel announces unilateral cease-fire in Gaza, Hamas will continue to fight as long as Israeli troops remain in the area
Hamas
Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace. They will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country. Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace, they will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country
Invasion of Gaza
Hamas announces cease-fire in response to Israels promise of peace, they will allow Israeli troops a week to pull out of the country
February
Election
Parliamentary elections held in Israel prove inconclusive, the centrist Kadima party, led by Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni, wins 28 seats in the 120-seat Knesset, the most of any party
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Real Madrid Knockout Header
Yossi Benayoun headed Liverpool to a 1–0 win away to Real Madrid in the first leg of their 2009 Champions League last-16 tie.
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