Middle East Jordan: Annexation will have 'grave consequences'Jordan’s Foreign Minister warns application of sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would have a dire effect on Jordanian-Israeli relations. Jordan says it foiled suicide attacks against IsraelJordanian says kingdom arrested 5 suspects who planned to carry out multiple suicide attacks against Israeli targets in Judea and Samaria. ANALYSIS: Tempest in a teapot over 'West Bank' sovereigntyThere is rising criticism in Israel, but it looks as though the Arab countries will do nothing against a sovereignty move. Will Jordan rethink its control over the Temple Mount?Jordan is under heavy pressure to rebuild the Waqf with different representatives, source says. Gaza mosques to reopen after coronavirus shutdownHamas authorities urge worshipers to abide by social distancing requirements when mosques reopen after being closed for three months. Abbas to discuss response to Israeli sovereigntyPA chairman to convene senior leadership to discuss response to an Israeli move to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. Iran says death toll in November protests was 230Senior Iranian lawmaker says 230 people were killed and thousands injured in November protests sparked by a petrol price hike. 'Arab states aren't denying they support sovereignty plan''Israeli talk of annexation must stop,' says UAE foreign minister, while PA accuses Arab leaders of backing sovereignty plan. Israel in talks with Saudi Arabia over changes to Waqf?Israel, Saudi Arabia, in talks to integrate Saudi representatives into Temple Mount Waqf, Saudi official confirms. Iranian parliament speaker rules out talks with USNew speaker of the Iranian Parliament: Our policy is to expel the US forces from the region. US plans to impose new sanctions on HezbollahUS Ambassador to Lebanon says US will impose new sanctions against Hezbollah and possibly against supporters of the group. 'Abbas has no answer to Israel applying sovereignty'Arab affairs commentator Yoni Ben Menachem explains that the PA threats against Israel are not serious. Egypt's military kills 19 suspected jihadists in SinaiEgypt's military kills 19 suspected jihadists as part of its battle to quell insurgency in north Sinai. Lebanon arrests 5 Sudanese trying to cross into IsraelFive would-be Sudanese infiltarators are sent back to Lebanon after trying to illegally cross into Israel.Jordan's FM speaks to counterparts, warns about sovereigntyJordan’s Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, reiterates importance of two-state solution in conversation with US and British counterparts. Iran warns US: Wherever you are, we are right next to youAmid tensions in the Gulf, Iran's Revolutionary Guards warn the United States against its naval presence in the region. ICC asks PA to explain decision to end contacts with IsraelInternational Criminal Court asks Palestinian Authority for legal explanation of decision to end all agreements reached with Israel. Iran unfazed by US ending sanctions waiversIran’s Atomic Energy Organization says US decision to terminate sanctions waivers will not affect Iran’s nuclear program.Jordan to international community: Stop sovereigntyJordanian Foreign Minister warns: An Israeli move to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would institutionalize apartheid. PA official: Annexation would end two-state solutionPA envoy to the UK skeptical about Biden's pledge to restore aid to PA. PA: Recognition of Palestine will thwart annexationPA cabinet leaders calls on EU countries to recognize "Palestine" in order to thwart Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. US ends sanctions waivers for nations in Iran nuclear dealPompeo announces he will be ending the sanctions waiver for projects related to the Iranian nuclear agreement, effective in 60 days. 10 things you didn’t know about the Arab-Israeli conflictThe top 10 things you never knew about the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict. Arab states are quietly backing Israel's sovereignty planWhile Arab leaders officially oppose Israel's sovereignty plan, many have backed the plan in closed-door talks with the US. PA records no new cases of coronavirusPA “health minister” says no new cases of COVID-19 were registered in the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries is 483. Rouhani bans use of Israeli productsIranian President issues implementation order of parliamentary legislation banning the use of any Israeli products in the country. Nasrallah mocks GantzHezbollah leader says Israel is "a racist state" that will "disappear". PA blasts prayer restrictions in Cave of the PatriarchsPA accuses Israel of violating freedom of worship following restrictive measures decided upon in the Cave of the Patriarchs.Syria to lift coronavirus curfewSyria to lift overnight curfew starting Tuesday and allow movement between governorates. Turkey: We will not agree to annexation in Judea and SamariaTurkish President threatens Israel, says "Jerusalem is a red line". PA: We've applied sovereignty over Area CPA cabinet leader: Since we've ended agreements with Israel, we see no difference between Areas A, B or C. PA ends coronavirus lockdown after more than two monthsPA cabinet leader declares end to coronavirus lockdown but warns it will be re-imposed if the number of new cases increases. ANALYSIS: Lebanon is teetering on the brinkNeither Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah nor Lebanese President Michel Aoun care about restoring Lebanon to its once-respected status. New Iranian law: No talking to IsraelisIranian parliament passes law whereby talking to someone with Israeli citizenship punishable by up to 5 years in prison. Gaza records first death from coronavirus77-year-old woman from Khan Yunis dies at quarantine hospital near the border with Egypt.Iranian commander: We're monitoring US militaryIran's top military commander says Iran will respond to any US threat to its interests. Jewish leaders urge continued cooperation between Israel and PALeaders of Conference of Presidents criticize Abbas’ decision to stop the security coordination with Israel. Pompeo: Iran echoing Hitler's call for genocideSecretary of State rips Iranian Foreign Minister who backed Supreme Leader call for a “Final Solution” against Israel.Nasrallah: Palestine must be liberatedHezbollah leader calls for the destruction of Israel through "resistance", says no other way will work. UN envoy condemns calls for Israel's destructionUN envoy Nickolay Mladenov: Calls for the destruction of Israel are a modern form of anti-Semitism. Saudi Arabia denounces Israeli sovereignty planSaudi Foreign Ministry says Israeli move to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria could undermine the chances for peace. Iranian FM defends call for 'Final Solution' against IsraelMohammad Javad Zarif responds to Germany's criticism of Khamenei: Palestinians should not have to pay for your crimes.PA: We are no longer bound by agreements with IsraelPA cabinet leader meets heads of security forces: Israeli annexation poses an existential threat to Palestinian national enterprise. Jordan threatens to review ties with Israel over sovereigntyJordanian Prime Minister: We will not accept unilateral Israeli moves to annex Palestinian lands. 'Hezbollah is not a terror organization; it fights terror'Russian Ambassador to Lebanon Alexander Zasypkin: Russia sees Hezbollah as an organization that fights terror, not a terror organization.PA discusses cancellation of Oslo AccordsPA cabinet holds emergency meeting to discuss implementation of Abbas' decision to renounce Oslo Accords and security coordination. Hamas: Our goal is to fight IsraelHamas leader Ismail Haniyeh calls for armed military resistance against Israel.US sanctions Iranian minister and other senior officialsAmong those sanctioned is former Iranian intelligence chief who is suspected of involvement in attacks in Israel and Argentina. Khamenei: Eliminating Zionists doesn't mean eliminating JewsIran’s Supreme Leader responds to Netanyahu: We aren’t against Jews, only against the "Zionist regime". Report: ISIS leader arrested in IraqAbdul Nasser Qardash, one of the leaders of the Islamic State group, reportedly arrested by Iraqi security forces. Could Israel-Arab cooperation lead to coronavirus cure?Rabbi Marc Schneier speaks with Arutz Sheva about historic UAE flight to Israel, and what the future holds for Israel-Arab cooperation. Iranian official: US attempts to renew arms embargo have failedSecretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council says US has failed to gather support to renew Security Council arms embargo. US Navy warns mariners to stay away from its warshipsUS Navy warns mariners in the Gulf to stay 100 meters away from US warships or risk being "interpreted as a threat". Arab society can only have future by adopting science, democracyTunis University professor: Arabs rely on 'fables and myths' as sources of history without actually studying history.Abbas renounces agreements with Israel and USPA chairman declares an end to the agreements and understandings signed with Israel and the US in response to Israel's sovereignty plans. 'Iran crossed a red line - Israel had to respond'Israeli cyberattack on Iranian port was retaliation for Iranian attack on Israel, Western source says. 'Iran crossed a red line.' PA cabinet leader: Israeli sovereignty would be 'illegal'PA cabinet leader urges international community to take quick steps to recognize "Palestine". |
