Iran blasts 'fruitless and senseless' US sanctions
Iran’s foreign ministry denounced US sanctions imposed following discovery of Iranian-Russian network that money to Hamas and Hezbollah.
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Olmert: There is no existential threat to the State of Israel
Former PM Ehud Olmert criticizes Netanyahu: I suggest that the leadership talk less.
Iranian commander threatens US bases
Commander in the Iranian Revolutionary Guards says US bases in Afghanistan, the UAE and Qatar are within range of Iranian missiles.
Iran's FM blasts Trump for supporting Saudi Arabia
Mohammad Javad Zarif says Trump's pledge of support for Saudi Arabia is "shameful", claims he blames Iran for anything he can think of.
Amid tensions, Jordan asks Israel for more water
Jordan asks Israel for increase in water allocation due to severe drought in the kingdom.
Booking.com indicates it won't boycott Judea and Samaria
Online travel service indicates it won't follow in the footsteps of Airbnb and withdraw listings in Judea and Samaria.
Canadian student federation supports BDS
Canadian Federation of Students approves resolution supporting BDS. Hillels across Canada condemn the move.
Trump cites Israel in statement on US-Saudi ties
Trump says ties with Saudi Arabia ensures the interests of Israel and other regional partners.
The Russian-Iranian deal offered to Israel
Russia reportedly proposes that Iran be granted relief from some US sanctions in in return for the removal of its forces from Syria.
PA welcomes Airbnb boycott of Judea and Samaria
PA chief negotiator Saeb Erekat welcomes online rental website's decision to stop listing homes in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
Saudi King: Palestinian issue 'our top priority'
In address to Saudi Shura Council, King Salman stresses Palestinian issue and does not mention Khashoggi murder.
EU ministers could support sanctions on Iran
EU foreign ministers show cautious support for economic sanctions on Iran following its attack plots in France and Denmark.
Danon calls on UN to pass a resolution condemning Hamas
US to present resolution at UN condemning Hamas. Danon: Time for moral majority of the UN to stand with us against Hamas and its terrorism.
Knife-wielding Arab arrested in Hevron
Border Police officers arrest Palestinian Arab who attempted to enter the Cave of the Patriarchs with a knife.
Muslim congresswoman seeks to lift ban on head coverings
Newly elected congresswoman Ilhan Omar spearheading effort to repeal rule barring head coverings from being worn on Capitol Hill.
Tunisia: Criticism against appointment of Jewish minister
Opponents call for dismissal of new Tunisian Jewish tourism minister who is considered a supporter of Israel.
Loser of Jerusalem mayoral election analyzes the loss
Jerusalem mayoral candidate Ofer Berkovitch expresses disappointment over fact that many residents of Jerusalem did not vote in runoff.
Man arrested in Brooklyn for shouting 'Heil Hitler' at Jew
Man arrested in Brooklyn for shouting “Heil Hitler” at an identifiably Jewish man as he sat in his car.
British Foreign Secretary to visit Iran, discuss nuclear deal
Ahead of first visit to Iran, British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt says nuclear deal "remains a vital component of stability".
Pro-Israel candidate wins Florida Senate seat
Rick Scott defeats Democratic Senator Bill Nelson in Florida Senate race that triggered two recounts.
Trump: No reason to listen to recording of Khashoggi's death
US President says he does not want to listen to audio recording that purportedly depicts killing of Saudi journalist.
Iranian official: Hamas' rockets foiled Israel's dreams
Senior Iranian official claims Hamas recent rocket barrage foiled Israeli dreams for normalized ties with Arab states.
Trump to receive Khashoggi report on Tuesday
US President says he will receive a report on who the US government believes killed Saudi journalist.
State Department: No conclusion yet on Khashoggi murder
State Department says administration has yet to make a "final conclusion" on who is responsible for murder of Saudi journalist.
Abbas continues diplomatic war
PA chairman signs accession papers to international organizations and conventions as he continues to attempt to bypass peace talks.
Toronto-based anti-Semitic publication permanently banned
Toronto-based publication which contained anti-Semitic material permanently banned from distribution through Canada Post.
UNRWA says it has nearly overcome funding crisis
UNRWA chief says organization has nearly overcome a funding crisis caused by Trump cancelling the US aid contribution.
North Korea tests new 'cutting-edge weapon'
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects site for testing a “newly developed cutting-edge strategic weapon”, according to local media.
US to vote 'no' on anti-Israel UN resolution
Ambassador Haley says US will vote “no” on annual UN resolution condemning Israeli “occupation” of the Golan Heights.
Rouhani: The US will be defeated
Iranian President says US has chosen the wrong path in reimposing sanctions on his country.
Gabbay and Livni call for elections
Zionist Union chairman, opposition leader hold joint press conference following Liberman's resignation.
US House approves resolution condemning Pittsburgh massacre
Bipartisan resolution condemning anti-Semitic attack on Tree of Life synagogue unanimously approved.
17-year-old charged over Toronto anti-Semitic incident
Toronto Police charge 17-year-old boy in connection with hate crime against four Jewish teenagers in North York.
Hamas celebrates Liberman's resignation
Hamas says Defense Minister's resignation is a “victory” for the group.
Before and after:
These are the Hamas targets attacked by the IDF
IDF releases before and after photographs depicting Hamas strategic targets that were struck in the latest round of fighting.
Egypt calls on Israel to stop attacking Gaza
As ceasefire is agreed to, Egypt calls on Israel to "immediately stop all forms of military action" in Gaza.
Senator Cruz: I stand unequivocally with Israel
Texas Senator reiterates support for Israel as Gaza terrorists fire rocket barrage at southern Israel.
US blacklists Nasrallah's son as a terrorist
State Department designates Jawad Nasrallah as a terrorist, imposes sanctions on him.
Security Council fails to agree on how to deal with Gaza crisis
UN Security Council meets behind closed doors after terrorists fire more than 500 rockets at southern Israel.
US stands by Israel
State Department spokeswoman condemns Gaza rocket attacks against Israel, says US stands with Israel as it defends itself.
