Foreign Affairs Greenblatt: Now is the time for peaceUS envoy says the softening of relations between Israel and some Arab countries shows that the time is ripe for a diplomatic breakthrough. Ecuador restores credentials to consul who saved Jews in WW2Ecuador posthumously restores diplomatic credentials to Manuel Antonio Munoz Borrero, who was removed from position for saving 100 Jews. UN Security Council to meet on Gaza violenceAmbassador Danon: Israel will not accept calls for 'both sides to show restraint' after enduring 460 rocket attacks. 'EU must unequivocally condemn Hamas rockets'European Coalition for Israel says EU cannot engage in 'double-talk' as Hamas launches nearly 500 rockets at Israel. NBN helps South Korea prepare for reunificationNefesh B’Nefesh hosts delegation from South Korean Ministry of Unification teach how Jews from all over the world are integrated into Israel Spanish Mission: Hamas, BDS don't differentiate between IsraelisDelegation of Spanish lawmakers hold visit to Judea and Samaria despite ongoing rocket fire, condemn Hamas terror and BDS. Watch: US representative roundtable with INSSU.S. Special Representative for Iran, Mr. Brian Hook speaks at Institute for National Security Studies in first visit to region. US envoy: World tired of Hamas violenceUS envoy Greenblatt responds to 300 rockets fired at Israel. 'Even Palestinian lives don't seem to matter to Hamas.' UN, Egypt attempt to restore calmInternational mediators attempt to avert war as Hamas barrage of at least 200 rockets continues. Roger Waters faces protests in ArgentinaArgentinian Jewish organizations slam Pink Floyd singer Roger Waters over BDS support during his Latin America tour. Melbourne attacker inspired by ISIS but not linked to itAustralian government says knife terrorist in Melbourne was inspired by ISIS but did not have a direct link to the group. Swiss citizens against BDS'The BDS Movement is based on lies. The attempts to boycott Israel are attempts to harm the Jewish People.' US envoy: Neither side will like everything in peace planJason Greenblatt reportedly says plan will be announced 'soon' and urges people not to believe rumors about the plan before they've read it. Suspected terror attack in MelbourneAt least one dead in Australia after man goes on a stabbing spree while yelling 'Allahu Akhbar'. Haley: North Korea postponed meeting with PompeoUS ambassador to UN says North Korean officials postponed meeting with Secretary of State because they were not ready. US churches demand Pompeo block Israeli land billHeads of US churches demand US Secretary of State intervene to stop bill to protect residents on lands sold by Church to private investors. Greenblatt lauds Israeli plan for Mideast 'railway for peace'US envoy Jason Greenblatt praises 'Railroads for Peace' initiative to build railways between Israel, Arab states. Bennett: I urge Macron not to offer excuses for Nazi supporters'Marshal Pétain facilitated the mass-murder of Jews. It is unacceptable to suggest that previous deeds mitigate such atrocities.' Minister Katz in Oman: Rail from Israel to Gulf 'makes sense'Transport minister pitches plans for railway linking the Mediterranean to the Gulf via Israel. Brazil reiterates stance on embassy relocationNew administration in Brazil reiterates that it will relocate its embassy to Jerusalem, despite Arab pressure. Brazil's president-elect sons in IDF and Mossad shirts in IsraelEduardo and Carlos Bolesonaro visited Israel in 2016; Their father won elections last week, announced embassy transfer to Jerusalem. Russian President meets with permanent Security Council membersParticipants exchange views on situation following imposition of US sanctions on Iran, with emphasis on sanctions 'illegality'. Pope Francis: ‘A Christian cannot be an anti-Semite’Pontiff laments anti-Semitic attacks, calls to 'ban anti-Semitism' during audience with Jewish emissaries. 'Trump has upgraded America's position in the world'Former Israeli diplomat in Washington estimates the Republicans will maintain their strength in the midterms. Synagogue shooter contacted UK neo-NazisPennsylvania white supremacist who gunned down 11 in Pittsburgh synagogue was reportedly in contact with British neo-Nazis prior to attack. Liberman hails Trump for 'bold decision' on Iran'Trump's decision is a sea-change in the Mideast,' says Defense Minister, thanking president for 'critical blow' to Iranian infrastructure. 'We stand together in this battle against terrorism'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets Bulgarian counterpart, says the two countries are working to jointly produce weapons systems.'Brazilian embassy will be moved to Jerusalem'Days after winning run-off election, Brazil's president-elect says he will fulfill campaign promise, move country's embassy to Jerusalem. Netanyahu: Israel's position is improvingPM heads to Bulgaria to meet with nine other heads of State in part of attempts to change the the behavior of the EU towards Israel. 'If you decide on your capital, we'll go with that'Jair Bolsonaro emphasizes that his avid support for Israel before being elected was not just a campaign gimmick. 'We have a great friend in Canada'President Reuven Rivlin meets Canadian Foreign Minister, tells her he will visit Canada next year. Will France try to present a peace plan?According to reports, amid Israeli concerns over a French peace plan, Macron sent a special envoy for talks in Jerusalem and Ramallah. Lion Air jet wreckage possibly foundRescue teams work to recover remains of victims from plane crash in Indonesia. 'Let us unite against the forces of hatred'Ambassador David Friedman gives remarks at ADL about Tree of Life massacre. 'Let us create a generation free from anti-Semitism.'Netanyahu pledges to attend Bolsonaro's inaugurationPM to congratulate Brazilian president-elect in person at his inauguration ceremony, making him first sitting PM to visit Brazil. Israeli journalist interrogated in Abu DhabiA Channel 2 journalist attempting to cover the Judo Grand Slam in Abu Dhabi interrogated by Emirati security forces for thirteen hours'Bolsonaro will bring closer ties between Israel, Brazil'Netanyahu congratulates Brazilian President-elect Jair Bolsonaro on win, says he will bring closer ties between the two countries.Will Brazil become Israel's friend?Professor Arie Kacowicz, an expert on Latin America, examines the historic elections in Brazil which were won by the “Trump of Brazil”. Cause of Indonesian plane crash still a mysteryNew Lion Air Boeing 737-800 crashes into sea shortly after takeoff in Jakarta; all 189 aboard feared dead. Watch: UN moment of silence for Pittsburgh massacre victimsDanon: Time for the world to unite against anti-Semitism following Pittsburgh synagogue massacre.Will Brazil be latest country to move embassy to Jerusalem?Brazil's president-elect vowed to move embassy to J'lem. Now, confidant says he will consider move - if it will promote Mideast peace. Indonesian airplane crashes into seaLion Air passenger jet with 188 people on board crashes into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta. 'Trump of Brazil' wins presidential electionPro-Israel Jair Bolsonaro wins 56% of the votes in second round of voting.'Trump of Brazil' leads as voters head to the pollsPro-Israel Brazilian presidential candidate who compared himself to Trump leads as voting begins - but left-wing opponent narrows gap. Pope condemns synagogue shooting as 'inhuman act'Pope Francis addresses mass-shooting at Jewish house of prayer which left 11 dead, calling massacre 'an inhuman act of violence.' British lawmaker blames Pittsburgh synagogue shooting on IsraelHouse of Lords lawmaker Jenny Tonge tweets that shooting shows Israel 'may be reigniting anti-Semitism,' before post is deleted. PA: We condemn 'white supremacist terror attack' in PittsburghPA condemns 'terror in all its forms,' warning against 'culture of hatred, extremism, racism, denial of the other and colonialism.' Putin: 'Russia developing new powerful weapons'Russian president continues hawkish rhetoric, says new weapons 'significantly excel foreign designs and are simply unrivaled'. Alibaba founder: In Israel you can make anything possibleJack Ma, founder of Chinese internet giant Alibaba, speaks at PM's Israel Innovation Summit: 'In Israel I learned about innovation, chutzpa.Greenblatt to visit Israel as WH prepares to roll out peace planPresident Trump's special envoy reportedly planning Israel trip next week as administration prepares to roll out 'Deal of the Century'. Trump: Saudi Arabia 'a good ally with respect to Israel'US president says revelation of Saudi crown prince's involvement in journalist's murder would have negative impact on the MIddle East. Israel, China sign agricultural agreementAgriculture Minister Uri Ariel meets Chinese Deputy Agriculture Minister as Chinese Vise President visits Israel. PM, Chinese VP chair Israel-China joint committee on innovationNetanyahu, VP Wang chair the fourth meeting of the Israel-China Joint Committee on Innovation Cooperation at the foreign ministry.Paying to slay Jews is 'social welfare'PA calls payments to terrorists with blood on their hands 'social welfare' at the UN. 'We made it clear to the US: We will not uproot settlements'Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely says Israel has been consistent in telling Trump Administration kicking Jews out a 'red line.' Watch: Governor of New Jersey visits Western WallMemorial to Governor Phil Murphy's father-in-law held in Western Wall Tunnels. PM meets Chinese VP: 'Most important Chinese visit in 18 years'Netanyahu meets with VP Wang Qishan ahead of innovation conference. Qishan is the most senior Chinese official to visit Israel in 18 years. |
