Tamuz 2, 5777, 6/26/2017
Peace Process Trump's, Netanyahu's emissaries meetJason Greenblatt meets with PM's representative, discuss history and future of peace process. Gafni: The Palestinians were here before usUTJ MK admits to holding leftist political positions, and that he only sides with the right because of his opposition to the Reform movement PA: Israel is 'not ready' for peaceAbbas spokesman blasts Netanyahu for vowing not to cede security control of the Jordan Valley. 'Trump must move away from Obama's ideas'Minister Elkin says President Trump improvement over Obama on Iran and peace process, but needs to let go of old ideas. Arab states offer improved relations for Israeli concessionsOffer includes lifting on restrictions on airspace and telecommunications links in exchange for construction freeze and other concessions. Russia voices support for Trump's peace effortsRussian President Vladimir Putin says Russia will give its "full support" for Trump's efforts to restart Israel-PA negotiations. Archbishop of Canterbury blesses Trump's peacemaking effortsAnglican leader Justin Welby says US President Donald Trump will be "in his prayers" as he attempts to restart Mideast peace talks Smotrich warns against renewal of negotiations with PAMK Betzalel Smotrich(Jewish Home) referred in an Arutz Sheva interview to the Trump-Abbas meeting and to the building freeze. Hamas rejects Abbas' call for peaceHamas terrorist group rejects Abbas' authority to speak for Arabs and says all 'Palestine' belongs to Arabs. 'There can be no peace until incitement ends'US President and PA chairman deliver joint address on plans to jump-start stalled peace process. Congressmen to launch Congressional Israel Victory CaucusNew caucus will push for US to change focus from creating PA state to making Arabs accept existence of Jewish State. Hadassah Magazine founding editor dies at 103Jesse Lurie, longtime Hadassah Magazine editor and peace activist, dies at 103. Report: US considering Mideast peace summit this summerReport claims US and Egypt spoke of convening summit in summer that would gather Arab states to address renewal of Israel-Palestinian talks. Trump's messageUS President asks Alan Dershowitz to deliver message to Netanyahu: Peace with Israel's Arab neighbors is possible today, 'No one gives land to his enemies'Likud minister says pressure to create PA terror state 'thing of the past'; 'if PA wanted peace, there would be peace'. Honor, affection, and gloryAs usual, Israeli leftist media portrays depression and negativity, as if Trump demanded building freeze, not they. 'Trump: Good for the Jews' - Boaz BismuthIsrael Hayom newspaper Foreign Editor summarizes Netanyahu-Trump summit; gauges Trump much more attentive to Israel's security needs. Will Arab nations be part of Trump's solution for peace?Report claims Trump and Netanyahu seeking help of Sunni states for regional peace framework instead of bilateral negotiations. Recovering from Peace Process Delusional DisorderThe delusional drive to create a Palestinian state, must be defined as a disorder. As such, it can be treated. Those who speak of peace are living a lieFrank Zappa: “Some scientists claim that hydrogen, because it is so plentiful, is the basic building block of the universe. I dispute that. There is more stupidity than hydrogen in the universe, and it has a longer shelf life.” Same for evil. Bolton to Obama: Don't support anti-Israel resolutionsAmbassador Bolton and Other Leaders Headline OJC-Jewish Chamber Press Conference to Support Israel at the UN Secretary Kerry: 'Settlements' obstacle to peaceSecretary of State John Kerry told the Saban Forum that Israel must choose between 'settlements' and peace. 'Jared Kushner could help make peace between Israel and Arabs'President-elect reiterates his desire to make peace between Israel and Arabs, says Jewish son-in-law could help make peace happen. Israel opposes French bid to impose peace settlementIsrael reiterated its opposition to France's call for an 'international conference,' says only direct negotiations can resolve conflict. Netanyahu stopped Peres from establishing Palestinian stateShimon Peres and Abbas reportedly set up program to allow Jews to remain in Palestine, only to have Netanyahu pull the plug. Will Putin push Israel to talks with the PA?According to reports, Moscow wishes to bring Israel and the PA back to the negotiating table. Poll: Israeli Jews fear Palestinians, reject plan for PA statePalestinian Arabs distrust Israelis, while Israelis fear Arabs, new poll shows. Support for recent peace plans low on both sides. Will there soon be an Egyptian-mediated peace summit?Reports claim Netanyahu has agreed to meet with Abbas and el-Sisi; PM office neither confirms nor denies; Palestinians reportedly opposed. Trump: All Jews support Israel-Palestine 'deal'Trump tells ABC he believes all Jews support brokering of final status agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. French ultimatum to Israel: Accept PA demands or elsePlans for French peace conference support PA demands, include thinly veiled ultimatum to Israel. Quartet: Talks only way to achieve 'peace with security'Middle East Quartet envoys meet with senior Israeli officials in Jerusalem on ways to end Arab terror wave.Quartet Delegation Cancels Visit at Netanyahu's RequestPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu requests that Quartet delegation cancel visit due to sensitive security situation. Hotovely: Abbas's UN Speech Was Full of IncitementDeputy Foreign Minister says PA has chosen to distance itself from peace and is losing the support of the world. Netanyahu Ready to 'Tell World the Truth' on Behalf of IsraelHeaded to New York, Israel's Prime Minister names major topics to feature in his upcoming speech before the UN General Assembly. Report: Kerry Blocked Netanyahu-Abbas MeetingIsraeli and PA sources say US Secretary of State asked Abbas to 'wait a few weeks' before meeting with Netanyahu to revive peace talks. Former Diplomat: I Wouldn't Buy a Used Car from ObamaFormer Israeli diplomat Yoram Ettinger said that President Barack Obama has been dead wrong on every Middle East issue during his term. EU Ambassador: Europe 'Frustrated' Over Peace ProcessEU ambassador to Israel says Europe cannot accept "steps which move us backwards, like settlement construction". Hype of the CenturyEven the so called peace gestures are hype. Resetting the Mideast Peace ProcessNetanyahu should capitalize on his sweeping victory to reset the diplomatic table by outlining a pragmatic process that Israel can participate in. This is urgent since Israel is already facing a renewed international campaign for withdrawals. State Dept. Brushes Off Netanyahu Comment on Palestinian State"Many things are said before elections" is State Department's response to Netanyahu's comments about a Palestinian state. Obama Administration Reaffirms '2-State Solution' CommitmentDays ahead of Israeli elections, John Kerry says White House remains committed to creating a Palestinian Arab state. Michael Oren: The Israeli Left 'Has Crashed'Former Israeli ambassador to the US says the Left refuses to accept the Palestinian aren't interested in negotiations. France to Turn to UN with Solution to Israel-PA ConflictFrench President says a "solution to the conflict" between Israelis and Palestinian Arabs will be put to the Security Council. Lapid: I Can Stop the Right's TakeoverYair Lapid said Monday that he intended to provide a counterweight to the increasing influence of the right. Sisi Blames Israeli Lack of 'Peace' For Islamic StateEgyptian president accuses Israel of fueling terrorism by not giving an 'equitable resolution' to the 'Palestinian cause.' Indyk: The Peace Process is DeadMartin Indyk says there is a "deep loathing" between Netanyahu and Abbas, blames "settlement construction" for talks failing. Martin Indyk Resigns as US Middle East EnvoyIndyk to return to former role at Brookings Institute - but will still serve as Obama's 'external adviser'. Former Yesha Leader Proposes Radical Alternative Peace PlanFormer Yesha Council head and veteran activist Dani Dayan releases detailed plan as an alternative to 'illusionary' two-state initiatives. Even Leftist Ministers May Agree to Stop TalksDiplomacy-security cabinet meets for key discussion of 'peace process' after Fatah-Hamas unity agreement announced. Deputy Foreign Min. Warns: Topple Government and Left Will WinMK Elkin (Likud) says the chasm between Likud and hareidi parties will mean that Left will form next government. Israel, PA Teams Meet without US MediatorsSenior PA official: "Israel's sanctions will not deter Palestinian steps to join international treaties and organzations." US Envoy Indyk to Chair Crisis Meeting to Save Floundering TalksUS special envoy Martin Indyk to meet with Israeli, PA leaders Sunday in a last-ditch effort to save negotiations. Frustrated Kerry Admits Little He Can Do to Save TalksUS Secretary of State admits defeat, says it's up to Israel and the PA to save floundering peace process. White House 'Disappointed' at Unilateral MovesWhite House spokesman criticizes both Israel and the PA for 'unhelpful unilateral action'. Kerry's Claim Revealed False; PA Officially Applies to UN GroupsDespite US Sec. of State's insistence to the contrary, Abbas submits applications to agencies which are UN-linked. See inside for full list. Involving Pollard is 'Shameful'Legal expert says Pollard has the right to refuse to cooperate in 'shameful' attempt to use his release to free hundreds more terrorists. |
