Syrian Rebels Agree to Attend Geneva Peace Talks
Syrian National Coalition agrees to attend the proposed Geneva II conference, but sets some conditions.
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IDF Rescuers Leave for Philippines
A delegation of experts in the fields of search, rescue and medicine has left for the Philippines to assist in the wake of the typhoon.
Republicans Hail France for Tough Stance on Iran
"Vive la France!" tweets Senator McCain after France prevents a bad deal with Iran over its nuclear program.
Netanyahu: I Won't be Silenced on Security
PM Netanyahu warns that the deal being made with Iran is a threat to Israel's security, reiterates he will never be silent on such matters.
Deputy Iranian Minister Shot Dead in Tehran
Unidentified assailants shoot dead Iran's deputy minister for industry and mining.
Yeshiva Student Wounded in Rock Attack
24 -year-old yeshiva student lightly wounded after being struck by a rock near the Mount of Olives.
Syrian Jihadists Ban Singing and Dancing
Al-Qaeda’s main branch in Syria recently raided a wedding party in the suburb of Aleppo and ordered that music and singing be stopped.
Yachimovich: No Rush to Join the Coalition
Labor leader says there's no point in entering the coalition over "a wave of construction in the settlements."
Belgium Upgrades PA's Diplomatic Status
Belgium raises the standing of the PA's diplomatic delegation to the country to “mission” status, says it supports "two-state solution".
No Agreement With Iran...For Now
Talks in Geneva between Iran and six world powers have ended with no agreement, but the sides will meet again later this month.
Yaalon: Proposed Deal a 'Historical Mistake'
"An agreement now, in the current conditions, is a historical mistake," warns Israeli Defense Minister.
Anti-Aircraft Weapons Used in Libyan Capital
Anti-aircraft gunfire and grenade blasts erupt in several parts of Tripoli, as rival militias battle one another.
Will Jordan Replace Saudi Arabia on UNSC?
UN diplomat says that Jordan will replace Saudi Arabia on the United Nations Security Council for a two-year term starting in January.
EU Ambassador Wants Cooperation with Israel
EU's new ambassador to Israel tells Science Minister Perry that he'd like Israel to work with the EU despite its boycotting guidelines.
Obama: Deal with Iran Better than Confrontation
President Obama says that an interim deal with Iran would provide "very modest relief" from the sanctions and could be reversed.
Iran: An Agreement Can be Reached Tomorrow
Iran’s Foreign Minister says an agreement on his country's nuclear program is within reach. His deputy says Iran won't stop enriching.
Kerry to Join Iran Nuclear Negotiations
U.S. Secretary of State will unexpectedly travel to Geneva, a strong signal that an agreement with Tehran is imminent.
Report: U.S. to Allow Iran to Continue Enriching
U.S. proposal to Iran would allow it to continue enriching uranium at low levels, says Telegraph.
Terrorist Shot While Attempting to Stab Soldier
IDF soldiers shoot and kill a knife-wielding terrorist who tried to carry out a terrorist attack near Bethlehem.
Experts: Not Easy to Track Owners of Looted Art
Identifying the rightful owners of a vast trove of art looted by the Nazis will be an enormous task, say experts.
Group Won't Take Action on Anti-Israel Mural
Hillel at York University decides not to take action against an anti-Israel mural, explains it has little effect on student opinion.
Iranian Nobel Laureate Criticizes Rouhani
Iranian Nobel Peace laureate Shirin Ebadi cites a dramatic increase in executions since Rouhani took office.
ZOA Blasts Obama Over Iran
Obama has repeatedly claimed the he will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons, but his record indicates otherwise, says ZOA.
Muslim Brotherhood Loses Appeal Against Ban
Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood has lost an appeal against a court decision to ban the group.
Kerry: Peace Is Not 'Mission Impossible'
U.S. Secretary of State remains as optimistic as ever about peace as he meets with President Shimon Peres.
Two Muslim Women Attack Jewish Man in Montreal
A simple question by a Jewish man regarding a new controversial law in Quebec turned into a verbal and physical attack in Montreal.
Livni: Lay Off the Prosecution
Justice Minister rejects criticism of the prosecution in the wake of the acquittal of MK Avigdor Lieberman.
Israel: Arafat Poisoning Sounds Like a Soap Opera
Israel denies any involvement in the death of former Palestinian Authority Chairman.
Hamas Appoints First Female Spokesperson
The Hamas government has appointed 23-year-old Israa Al-Mudallal as its first English-language spokeswoman.
PA Receives Report on Arafat 'Poisoning'
The PA has received the reports of forensic investigations into the death of former PA Chairman, but won't make the findings public...yet.
Hamas to Teach 'Resistance to Israel' in Schools
Gaza’s Hamas government adds courses encouraging "resistance to Israel" to curriculum in local public schools.
Kerry Visits Rabin Monument, Families Protest
Families of terror victims protested at Rabin Square as U.S. Secretary of State visited the site where former PM was murdered.
U.S. Fears Syria May Hide Some Chemical Weapons
New classified U.S. intelligence indicates that the Syrian government may not fully declare its chemical weapons stockpile.
Iran: A Deal Can be Reached This Week
Iran’s Foreign Minister says that a deal to end the standoff the country's nuclear program could be reached in Geneva this week.
Kalfa Calls for Punitive Actions Against Arab MKs
Monday's incident where Arab MKs interrupted a debate about the Temple Mount is "very serious", says MK Zevulun Kalfa.
PA: Stop the 'Settlements' Or We're Not Talking
Senior PA official: No talks as long as Israel continues with "unprecedented settlement attacks."
Obama: Bibi is a Pain in the...
New book quotes the American president as expressing what he really thinks about the Prime Minister of close ally Israel.
Syria Says No to Peace Talks Removing Assad
The Syrian regime will not attend a peace conference if the aim is for Assad to hand over power, says information minister.
Iranian MP Boasts of Hundreds of Troops in Syria
An Iranian parliamentarian has confirmed Iran's military presence in Syria.
Report: Diplomats Participating in PA Incitement
EU diplomats have participated in the PA's popular resistance events, finds Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center.
