Middle East Former Egyptian President Mubarak dies at 91Mubarak had been in the intensive care unit due to complications from intestinal surgery in January. Remaining parties to Iran deal to meet in ViennaRemaining parties to the Iran nuclear deal will meet in Vienna on Wednesday in another attempt to preserve the agreement. Abbas backs maintaining contacts with IsraelPA chairman commends committee that is liaising with left-wing parties in Israel to persuade them of the Palestinians' desire for peace. Iran says 12 dead from coronavirusIran's government says only 12 people died nationwide from new coronavirus, rejects claims by Qom lawmaker that 50 had died. Security Council calls for 'two-state solution' to be respectedUN Security Council reiterates support for "two-state solution" and stresses need to make an effort to launch credible peace negotiations. ANALYSIS: Iran teeters once again on the brinkIran faces anti-terrorism sanctions, voter discontent, and a rising death toll from the Coronavirus outbreak. Arab League condemns Israeli construction plansArab League says new Jerusalem construction is meant to "perpetuate the apartheid system" and "destroy the two-state solution". Iranian hard-liners win in Tehran amid lowest turnout in decadesIran's interior ministry says voter turnout in parliamentary elections stood at 42.57%. "Moderate" Rouhani suffers blow as hard-liners win. Gaza official: Israel only understands forceSenior official with Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine says Israel understands only the language of force and blood. 180 Jews return to Egypt for ceremony at ancient synagogueJews forced to leave in the 1950s and 60s attend ceremonies at ancient synagogue in Alexandria, following $4 million renovation by Egypt. EU foreign minister condemns Jerusalem constructionJosep Borrell says new construction in Givat Hamatos and Har Homa is "detrimental to two-state solution".Iran orders schools closed after latest coronavirus deathIran records sixth death from novel coronavirus and orders the closure of schools, universities and cultural centers. Arabs planning 'million-man march' against IsraelPalestinian Arabs planning massive anti-Israel march on Land Day in protest against the US "Deal of the Century". Reports leak secret Qatar trip by senior security officialsMossad chief Yossi Cohen and commander of the Southern Command Herzi Halevi paid a secret visit to Qatar to discuss situation in Gaza.EU committed to 'two-state solution'EU foreign minister Josep Borrell reiterates support for Palestinian state building following meeting with PA “foreign minister”.Lebanon confirms first case of coronavirusCOVID-19 virus found in 45-year-old Lebanese woman who had travelled from Qom in Iran. Iran blacklisted by global dirty money watchdogFinancial Action Taskforce places Iran on its blacklist after it failed to comply with international anti-terrorism financing norms.Iraq halts travel to Iran amid coronavirus outbreakIraqi authorities issue restrictions on travel to Iran after several cases of coronavirus are detected in that country. PA: Netanyahu 'systematically' destroying two-state solutionAbbas spokesman blasts Netanyahu following his announcement of new construction in Judea and Samaria. 'Saudis see the success of Israel'Returning from Saudi Arabia, activist Ken Abramowitz says: 'Deal of the century can help Gulf states have relationship with Israel.' Watch: Syrian father teaches daughter to laugh as bombs explodeIsraeli TV speaks to Syrian man who gained int'l attention for video showing how he distracts his daughter from daily life in civil war. Syrian journalist: Jews 'make miracles out of the impossible'Watch: Syrian journalist refutes claim that Israel thwarts democracy in Arab countries, praises the Jewish people. PA cabinet leader: Europe should recognize 'Palestine'Mohammad Shtayyeh meets EU representative, urges EU to fill the void caused by "failure" of Trump peace plan. PA: We will issue building permits in Area CPA “minister of local government” threatens to approve construction plans for area that is under full Israeli control.Hamas official calls for 'intifada' against IsraelHamas official in Gaza says "March of the Return" protests will resume next month. Two people dead from coronavirus in IranTwo residents of the city of Qom die after testing positive for the new coronavirus. Iran sentences 8 activists to prison for spying for USIran sentences eight environmental activists to prison sentences ranging from four to 10 years on charges of spying for the United States. PA threatens legal action against AmazonPA blasts Amazon for offering free shipping to Israeli residents of Judea and Samaria but not to Palestinian Arab ones. Erekat urges companies operating in Judea and Samaria to leaveSenior PLO official calls on companies named in UN blacklist to cease doing business in "settlements". Jordan opposes Western Wall train lineHashemite Kingdom condemns planned train connecting central Jerusalem to Western Wall, Old City. Ayatollah Khamenei says 'wealthy Zionists control AmericaIranian supreme leader claims Jews control 'oppressive' America. Watch: PA reporter demonizes Israeli soldier who protected himReporter distorts soldier's instructions to get off road for his safety, telling camera soldier told him "Palestinians not allowed" on road. Abbas speaks to Merkel, reiterates opposition to Trump dealPA chairman urges German Chancellor to back negotiations based on international legitimacy. Bahraini man to be imprisoned for burning Israeli flagBahraini Supreme Court rejects appeal of man who burned an Israeli flag during protest, upholds three-year prison sentence. Palestinian consensus against 'Deal of the Century'PA leadership and Israeli Arab leadership agree to work together to thwart the US administration's peace plan. EU will respond to Trump plan after Israeli electionForeign affairs chief says EU won't pass official resolutions on Trump's peace plan until "after Israeli elections". Blast in Balochistan capital kills 22, wounds 35Quetta Deputy Inspector General Abdul Razzaq Cheema: So far, blast 'seems to be suicide attack.' Iran to convert Mordechai and Esther's tomb into Pali ConsulateMilitia branch of Iranian Revolutionary Guard tried to raid historic site Sunday as revenge for Trump’s Deal of the Century. Iran seeks to maintain ties with LebanonIranian Parliament Speaker congratulates Lebanon's new government, says Iran is keen on maintaining excellent bilateral ties with Lebanon. Amazon under fire over free shipping to Jews and not ArabsAmazon accused of bias for offering free shipping to Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria but not to PA villages. Rouhani: We'll never negotiate under pressureIranian President vows his administration will resist the US "maximum pressure" campaign. PA cabinet leader: Trump deal will be 'buried very soon'Mohammad Shtayyeh lashes out at Trump’s peace proposal, says it is nothing but an agreement between he and Netanyahu.'We are committed to peace, but only on our terms'In a conversation with Israeli journalists, Nabil Abu Rudeineh says Palestinians want peace but cannot find a partner. Nasrallah: Trump trying to put an end to the Palestinian cause'New era of direct confrontation with US has been ushered in by assassination of Soleimani and Trump's Mideast peace plan,' says Nasrallah. Report: Egypt builds new border wall with Gaza2 kilometer wall designed to prevent armed terrorists from crossing into Egypt overland, tunnels crossing into Egypt underground. Iranian Foreign Minister: US brought us to the brink of warMohammad Javad Zarif claims Iran and the US exchanged angry letters and came "very close to the brink". Rockets hit near US embassy in BaghdadMultiple rockets hit near US embassy in Iraqi capital. No reports of injuries. PA to Europe: Recognize the 'State of Palestine'PA cabinet leader trying to promote an international peace conference as an alternative to the US peace plan. Sinem Tezyapar: A case of profound injustice. Opinion.Sinem Tezyapar was imprisoned for her beliefs & her ability to speak out. Western World cannot turn its eyes away from this grave injustice. Pompeo: Renew the UN arms embargo on IranSecretary of State calls for a renewal of the UN arms embargo on Iran after the Navy seized Iranian weapons shipment for Houthi rebels. Sudan's leader: Meeting with Netanyahu was in our interestsHead of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereign Council says contacts with Israel "are greatly welcome in Sudan" and will continue. US, Taliban reportedly reach truce agreementSenior US official says US and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon”.First case of coronavirus recorded in EgyptEgyptian authorities say a "foreigner" has been infected with the coronavirus and has been placed in quarantine. Germany backs Israel at ICCGermany says the International Criminal Court has no jurisdiction to investigate alleged Israeli "war crimes" in PA-assigned areas. Air strike on Damascus killed seven, monitor says'Missiles were launched from Golan Heights,' Syrian media claims. Saudi minister: Trump deal has 'positive elements'Saudi Minister says Trump's peace plan has positive elements but may not be implemented due to PA resistance. Saudi Foreign Minister: No plans to meet NetanyahuSaudi Arabia's foreign minister says Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is not planning to meet Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. |
