Middle East Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz: Israeli attack on Iran possible'If Iran crosses a red line, it will find a united front that includes the US, Saudia Arabia & and the UAE launching missiles at Tehran.' World powers urge Iran to stop defying nuclear dealWorld powers pressure Iran to reverse activities that violate the 2015 nuclear deal but stop short of triggering sanctions snapback. 'Israel must prepare for an Iranian attack in the near future'Arab affairs corresepondent Zvi Yehezkeli says both Israel and US understand Iran may attack again in the near future. Pompeo visits Morocco, discusses IranState Department official says Morocco-Israel relations did not come up during Secretary of State's visit to Rabat. Danon urges UN to impose further sanctions on IranIsraeli Ambassador calls on UN Security Council to impose further sanctions on Iran after it vows to continue ballistic missile activities. Iran vows to continue ballistic missiles programIran responds to European countries' letter to UN, says it is determined to go ahead with disputed ballistic missile program. One million Syrian refugees have returned to SyriaRoughly one million Syrian refugees have returned to Syria, says senior Syrian official. Gantz: Europe also understands danger of IranBlue and White Chairman calls to translate letter of warning against Iranian missiles sent by French, German, and UK ambassadors to UN. Europe’s Jews are resisting a rising tide of anti-SemitismAnti-Semitism from far-right, far-left, and from Muslim immigrants fuels major increase in number of European Jews considering emigrating. Rouhani: Window on talks with US isn't closedIranian President says Tehran hasn’t closed window on talks with US, but again conditions them on withdrawal of sanctions.France, Germany, UK: Iran has nuclear-capable missilesFrance, Germany and the United Kingdom say Iran defied UN call by developing nuclear-capable ballistic missiles. Trump considering 14,000 more troops for Middle EastOfficials say Trump administration is considering significant expansion of US military footprint in the Middle East amid tensions with Iran. Report: Fighter jets attack Iranian weapons depots in SyriaArab media report explosions near an Iranian site on the border between Syria and Iraq. ANALYSIS: Why is Jordan's increasingly hostile to Israel?Jordan demands Israeli mayors remove religious items, conducts military exercise against Israeli 'invasion.' IAEA still waiting for info on uranium found in TehranNew head of UN's atomic watchdog says IAEA is still waiting for information from Iran on discovery of uranium at a site near Tehran. Trump considering sanctioning Turkey over S-400 purchaseTrump suggests S-400 controversy with Turkey was a result of Obama's refusal to sell Ankara the Patriot system. Iraq arrests former ISIS leader's deputyIraqi security forces say they arrested ISIS' Abu Khaldoun, who was deputy of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. US pushing Arab states on non-belligerence pacts with IsraelReport: US met ambassadors of four Arab states and encouraged them to reach non-belligerence agreements with Israel. Deri 'threatens' Jordan after Israelis forced to remove kippotInterior Minister warns that Israel may bar Jordanian workers, after Israeli municipal leaders forced to remove kippot, religious clothing. Jordan: Construction in Hevron undermines peaceJordan's Foreign Minister condemns Israeli decision to build Jewish neighborhood in Hevron, says it undermines "two-state solution". 'Iran is biggest state supporter of terror organizations'Heads of Conference of Presidents denounce countries which joined mechanism aimed at circumventing Iran sanctions. Amnesty: At least 208 killed in recent Iran protestsAmnesty International releases updated figures on death toll in recent wave of protests in Iran, says actual toll likely higher. US quietly releases aid to LebanonThe Trump administration has released more than $100 million in military assistance to Lebanon after delaying the aid for several months. IRGC commander: Our missiles are aimed at 21 US basesIRGC commander says Iran can launch 20,000 missiles per day, is prepared for “the greatest war against the greatest enemy.” Trump, Netanyahu discuss Iranian threatWhite House spokesman says Netanyahu and Trump discussed Iranian threat as well as other critical issues. Erekat blames US for Israeli construction in HevronSenior PLO official: Israel’s decision to build new Jewish neighborhood in Hevron a direct result of US policy shift on Judea and Samaria. Iraqi protesters again set fire to Iranian consulateFor the second time in less than a week, anti-government protesters set fire to Iranian consulate in Najaf. Report: Iranian forces opened fire on unarmed protestersNew York Times says death toll in recent Iran protests from is between 180 and 450 people, and possibly more. Jordan to reopen Tomb of Aaron to IsraelisFollowing intervention by President Rivlin, Jordan to reopen Aaron's Tomb to Israeli tourists, ending four-month closure. 'Protesters are being slaughtered while you appease Tehran''These countries should be ashamed of themselves.' Netanyahu excoriates EU leaders for helping Iran to circumvent US sanctions. Report: Jordan to put Israeli man on trial for border crossingIsraeli man arrested after illegally crossing into Jordan will be put on trial for infiltration, drug possession, Jordanian media reports. Hamas: PA responsible for 'medical blockade'Fatah says that Hamas committed a 'crime' against Palestinians by agreeing to the building of a hospital with the consent of the US gov't. Crisis in Lebanon and Jordan threatens Israel's securityWhat is happening in Lebanon and Jordan, and how might it affect Israel? Analysis. Israeli killed in Morocco in possible terror attackIsraeli in Morroco to mark the passing of rabbi is run over by bus and killed. A 2nd Israeli is injured. Terrorism has not been ruled out. Iraqi prime minister to resign after 400 killed in protestsPrime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi to step down, after Grand Ayatollah calls for change in leadership as number of dead in protests tops 400. Report: Germany to outlaw HezbollahGerman magazine reports government plans to outlaw Lebanese terror organization. Interior Ministry spokesman denies the report. Israel demands Pakistan put killers on trialIn unusual move, Israel calls on Pakistan to prosecute Mumbai attackers who killed 166 people including six Israelis in Mumbai Chabad House. Jordan army tactical exercise attended by King, PMJordan TV airs report about Karameh Swords live-fire tactical exercise includes artillery, tanks, helicopters, fighter jets, armor vehicles. 'US, England, Israel: 'Cross red lines and we'll annihilate you'Crowd: 'Death to America! Death to England! Death to the hypocrites and infidels! Death to Israel!' Abbas: US policy change emboldens IsraelPA chairman blasts Trump administration’s announcement on legality of Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria. Katz to the UN: Disarm HezbollahForeign Minister Yisrael Katz comments on UN Secretary General's report against Hezbollah: Fully implement all Security Council resolutions. France could reimpose sanctions on IranFrench Foreign Minister says his country could trigger mechanism in 2015 deal that could lead to the reimposition of UN sanctions. Khamenei: We foiled a 'very dangerous' plotIranian Supreme Leader accuses "Global Arrogance" and "Zionism" of being behind recent protests against fuel price hike. Pompeo to visit 'critical partner' MoroccoState Department officials announce Secretary of State will meet Moroccan King next week, note country's "quiet ties" with Israel. Pompeo: New policy on settlements will help resolve conflictSecretary of State: Decision on legality of Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria is correct and in the best interests of both sides.Iraq: Protesters set fire to Iranian consulate in NajafIraqi protesters storm and set fire to Iranian consulate in southern city of Najaf. UN Secretary-General to Lebanon: Disarm HezbollahUnited Nations chief backs Israeli argument on Hezbollah, calls on Lebanon to disarm the Shi'ite terror group. Hamas sends 'positive' response on PA electionsHamas leader gives "positive response" on willingness to cooperate in holding general elections in Judea and Samaria, Jerusalem and Gaza. Opinion: No hope for Gaza if Hamas remains in powerHamas ultimately bears responsibility for Islamic Jihad’s terrorist attacks on Israel. UNRWA 'facing worst financial crisis in history'New officer-in-charge for UN agency for "Palestinian refugees" says agency has a budget deficit of $332 million.Amnesty: 146 protesters killed in Iran unrestAmnesty International says at least 146 demonstrators killed in Iran protests that followed fuel price rises. IRGC commander threatens to 'destroy' IsraelHead of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards says Iran will “destroy” the US, Israel and Saudi Arabia if they cross its “red lines”.Arab League condemns US policy shift on Judea and SamariaArab League denounces US announcement that it no longer considers communities in Judea and Samaria to be a violation of international law. 'Muslim Brotherhood founder Hassan Al-Banna was a Jew'Retired Egyptian General Fouad Fayoud suggests Muslim Brotherhood founder was Jewish based on various factors. New report: Why did Iran attack a Saudi oil field?Iran planned attack on Saudi oil field four months in advance, Reuters says.Iran vows to punish 'mercenaries' behind recent unrestIran says 180 "ringleaders" arrested in connection with recent unrest over fuel prices. Hezbollah supporters clash with protesters in BeirutGroup of Hezbollah supporters attack demonstrators protesting against Lebanon’s political elite in central Beirut. |
