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Japan to send warship and planes to the Middle East

Japan will send a warship and patrol planes to protect Japanese ships in the Middle East amid regional tensions.

Japan to send warship and planes to the Middle East

'Disregard for Iran's nuclear program cries out to the heavens'

Israel refrained from taking part in UN conference on nuclear-free zone in the Middle East because it was unilaterally biased against it.

'Disregard for Iran's nuclear program cries out to the heavens'

The Middle East experts who made us laugh

The Middle East is the goose that lays the golden egg for the experts who want to keep all the problems without solving them.

The Middle East experts who made us laugh

Middle East breakdown: How does Israel deal with Arab threats?

Journalist Barak Ravid analyzes the complexity and intrigue that the State of Israel faces at the regional level.

Middle East breakdown: How does Israel deal with Arab threats?

Saudi blogger: I am not an Israeli Yemenite Jew

Saudi blogger Mohammed Saud responds to claims he is a Jew living in Israel. 'I am from Riyadh, and I love Israel.'

Saudi blogger: I am not an Israeli Yemenite Jew

Pompeo:

'Facilitating cooperation between Israel and her Arab neighbors'

Attended by US and Poland foreign ministers, United Nations Security Council discusses peace and security in the Middle East.

'Facilitating cooperation between Israel and her Arab neighbors'

Hezbollah resorts to piggy banks due to sanctions: Brian Hook

US Special Representative to Iran Hook says that 'the US will respond with military force if it or its interests are attacked by Iran.'

Hezbollah resorts to piggy banks due to sanctions: Brian Hook

A rare phenomenon in the Middle East neighborhood

Jay Shapiro looks at the countries of the region and expresses his joy at having lived in a Jewish and democratic state.

A rare phenomenon in the Middle East neighborhood

Policy Seminar Hosts Langfan

Security analyst to speak at Capitol Hill policy seminar

This Thursday, the EMET's Capitol Hill Policy Seminar Series will host security analyst Mark Langfan.

Security analyst to speak at Capitol Hill policy seminar

'We will not allow establishment of an Iranian army in Syria'

Immigration Minister and former IDF southern command chief army speaks on preparations after Iranian missile attack on the Golan Heights.

'We will not allow establishment of an Iranian army in Syria'

Arab League chief: Importance of Palestinian cause 'reduced'

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit says Arab countries must focus on other issues in light of recent conflicts.

Arab League chief: Importance of Palestinian cause 'reduced'

Risk in Syria, not just for Israel

What will the US pullout from Syria do to the Kurds? Which weak links will get wiped off the board?

Risk in Syria, not just for Israel

Report: Pompeo to deliver speech on Middle East

Official says Secretary of State will deliver speech on Middle East during a visit to Egypt next month. He might then visit Israel.

Report: Pompeo to deliver speech on Middle East

Trump:

'Israel would be in big trouble without Saudi Arabia'

Watch: President Trump says during special teleconference call with US soldiers that Saudi efforts in Middle East are critical for Israel.

'Israel would be in big trouble without Saudi Arabia'

Oman: 'Israel is a fact of life'

Following Netanyahu's visit to Oman, nation says region should 'consider giving Israel equal treatment, Jews part of Islamic history'.

Oman: 'Israel is a fact of life'

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.

Trump: Saudi Arabia 'a good ally with respect to Israel'

ANALYSIS: ISIS is back

Islamic State is working hard to establish a new Caliphate in Asia by planting new sleeper cells and invigorating existing ones.

ANALYSIS: ISIS is back

US to move missile systems from Middle East

US dismantles, moves missile batteries, air defense systems, from Middle East to more significant locations, report says.

US to move missile systems from Middle East

ANALYSIS: Iran continues its entrenchment in both Syria and Iraq

Missiles given to Iraq by Iran can hit both Tel Aviv and Riyadh.

ANALYSIS: Iran continues its entrenchment in both Syria and Iraq

Khamenei says no chance of war, but calls to bolster Iran's army

'No chance' Iran facing war, says Islamic republic's supreme leader, adding that Iran must nevertheless work to strengthen military.

Khamenei says no chance of war, but calls to bolster Iran's army

ANALYSIS: Dangerous stand-off between Russia and US over Syria

The Syrian war is far from over and could blow up into a regional or even world conflict.

ANALYSIS: Dangerous stand-off between Russia and US over Syria

Bolton: No plans for US to recognize Golan as Israeli territory

President Trump's National Security Advisor says US has no plans to recognize Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights.

Bolton: No plans for US to recognize Golan as Israeli territory

Trump:

Israeli security, Mideast peace top issues in next Putin meeting

Trump declares meeting with Putin a success, vows to focus on Israeli security, terror, Mideast peace, nuclear proliferation at follow-up.

Israeli security, Mideast peace top issues in next Putin meeting

Turkey vows to retaliate after Turkish woman indicted in Israel

'We will retaliate against this', says Turkish FM, after woman charged in Israel for supporting Hamas terror group.

Turkey vows to retaliate after Turkish woman indicted in Israel

Secret meeting held between Middle East intel chiefs

Jason Greenblatt, Jared Kushner lead conference of intel heads from moderate Arab countries. Mossad chief Yossi Cohen also takes part.

Secret meeting held between Middle East intel chiefs

'For Father, journalism was a mission'

Aviv Bushinsky eulogizes his father, journalist and media personality Joseph (Jay) Bushinsky after his passing last week.

'For Father, journalism was a mission'

Bernard Lewis, Jewish Mideast expert, dead at 101

Lewis, dubbed 'West's leading interpreter of Middle East', advised Bush administration, warned of Iranian nuclear threat.

Bernard Lewis, Jewish Mideast expert, dead at 101

Mike Pompeo lands in Saudi Arabia

Sec. of State Pompeo says he aims to deliver 'American diplomacy' around the world.

Mike Pompeo lands in Saudi Arabia

ANALYSIS: How Israel is intervening in Syria to contain Iran

Reports say the IDF has now stepped into the battle for control over the Kuneitra and Daraa area along the Israeli-Syrian border- and more.

ANALYSIS: How Israel is intervening in Syria to contain Iran

The brewing conflict along the Red Sea

Amb. Dore Gold talks about a crisis brewing near Israel’s south that has not received sufficient attention.

The brewing conflict along the Red Sea

3,350 new airplanes in Middle East over the next 20 years

Boeing forecasts demand for new planes in the Middle East estimated at $730 billion.

3,350 new airplanes in Middle East over the next 20 years

Trump's son-in-law:

There may be no solution to conflict

Jared Kushner, in closed session on US involvement in Temple Mount crisis, admits: There may be no solution to Arab-Israeli conflict

There may be no solution to conflict

UN Envoy to Middle East: Peace with Arab states can't come first

Nikolay Mladenov claims that, despite US wishes, normalizing relations with Arab states cannot come before a peace agreement with PA.

UN Envoy to Middle East: Peace with Arab states can't come first

The Trump Effect on the Middle East

The Trump Effect on the Middle East 

'Converging interests of Israel, Arab states is an opportunity’

US National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster praises Israel's ability to respond and adapt to changing circumstances.

'Converging interests of Israel, Arab states is an opportunity’

Think-tank offers Trump policy recommendations on Israel

Conservative Heritage Foundation releases report recommending Trump admin 'move embassy to Jerusalem, correct historic anomaly.'

Think-tank offers Trump policy recommendations on Israel

Watch: Algeria, where are your Jews?

UN Watch head Hillel Neuer calls out Muslim nations accusing Israel of Apartheid at UNHRC. 'Algeria had 140,000 Jews.'

Watch: Algeria, where are your Jews?

Watch: What are Israel's main problems?

Middle East analyst describes the main reasons peace has yet to be achieved in the region.

Watch: What are Israel's main problems?

Did former British PM want to be Trump's adviser?

Tony Blair denies reports he had contacts with Trump about the possibility of Blair becoming his Middle East adviser.

Did former British PM want to be Trump's adviser?

Watch: Arab Christian defends Israel

Arab representative describes Israel as the only safe place for Christians in the Middle East.

Watch: Arab Christian defends Israel

'Obama leaves behind a weakened United States'

National security expert says outgoing president's naivete, indecision, and focus on reaching a deal with Iran have left the US weaker.

'Obama leaves behind a weakened United States'

Trump, Israel and the Middle East

Trump, Israel and the Middle East

Netanyahu: Israel an island of stability in the Middle East

Prime Minister said Israel stable, successful and powerful compared to other nations in Middle East. Arab MKs boycott his speech.

Netanyahu: Israel an island of stability in the Middle East

Understanding the Middle East chaos at its core

Understanding the Middle East chaos at its core

Dennis Ross: Mideast turning to Russia because we're weak

Obama's former Middle East adviser says Israel and Arab countries are turning to Russia because of America's weakness.

Dennis Ross: Mideast turning to Russia because we're weak

House Speaker: Many Middle East leaders complained about Obama

House Speaker Paul Ryan says many Middle East leaders complained about President Barack Obama’s foreign policy.

House Speaker: Many Middle East leaders complained about Obama

No, Mr. Trump, you cannot be "neutral" in the Middle East

No, Mr. Trump, you cannot be "neutral" in the Middle East

CNN wipes Israel off the map

In map of Middle East accompanying article on '2016's scariest geopolitical hot spots,' Israel is replaced with 'Palestina.'

CNN wipes Israel off the map

Vatican 'Greatly Concerned' Over Violence in Israel, Syria

Pope Francis urges West to intervene again into the Middle East, following Russian involvement in Syria and Arab terror in Israel.

Vatican 'Greatly Concerned' Over Violence in Israel, Syria

US Giving Jordan Over a Billion Dollars in Military Aid

The US is significantly increasing its military aid to Jordan, which will receive at least a billion dollars annually for the next 3 years.

US Giving Jordan Over a Billion Dollars in Military Aid

Air Pollution Falls As War, Revolution Rises in Middle East

War may be bad for people, but it's apparently a good way to battle climate change, a report says.

Air Pollution Falls As War, Revolution Rises in Middle East

The Middle East They Wanted

The Middle East They Wanted

Pope Condemns 'Third World War' on Middle East Christians

Vatican calls mass exodus, persecution of Christians throughout the region 'genocide' and urges world leaders to act.

Pope Condemns 'Third World War' on Middle East Christians

UN Envoy to Visit Iraq, Syria to Address Sexual Violence

UN envoy to make Middle East tour to speak about sexual violence in the context of terror, particularly by ISIS.

UN Envoy to Visit Iraq, Syria to Address Sexual Violence

Pope Hails Iran Nuclear Deal

Speaking Sunday, Pope Francis hailed the pending nuclear deal with Iran as 'a definitive step toward a more secure and fraternal world.'

Pope Hails Iran Nuclear Deal

Yemen Conflict Could be Good for Israel, Says Expert

The Arab world could join forces to ward off Iran on its own, Dr. Dan Schueftan says - and help Israel in the process.

Yemen Conflict Could be Good for Israel, Says Expert

Secret Iranian Unit Ships Illegal Weapons Throughout Middle East

Fox News reveals the details of a covert Iranian cell which is fueling the bloodshed throughout the Middle East and North Africa.

Secret Iranian Unit Ships Illegal Weapons Throughout Middle East

IDF Chief of Staff Gantz: Entire Middle East is Upside Down

The instability in Lebanon, the IDF Chief of Staff said, was a good example of how the old order in the Middle East was being eroded.

IDF Chief of Staff Gantz: Entire Middle East is Upside Down

US Senator John McCain Urges Ground Forces to Combat ISIS

Heading a delegation of US senators to the Middle East, John McCain argues ground forces are needed to defeat ISIS for good.

US Senator John McCain Urges Ground Forces to Combat ISIS

Ya'alon: We are Fighting Hamas and The Hague

In a meeting with Canadian FM Stephen Baird, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon discusses regional issues and Israel's challenges.

Ya'alon: We are Fighting Hamas and The Hague