Kerry Hints at More Support to Syrian Opposition
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry hints at greater U.S. support for Syria's opposition, saying it needs "more help".
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Oxford Rejects Motion to Boycott Israel
The Oxford University Students’ Union rejects a motion calling for sanctions against Israel over its "treatment of Palestinians".
Two Terrorist Prisoners End Hunger Strike
Two terrorists in Israeli prisons who have been on hunger strike in recent weeks, have ended their hunger strike.
Egypt Court Throws Out Case Calling to End Peace
A court in Cairo rules that it has no jurisdiction over a lawsuit calling to end the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel.
Egypt's Opposition Announces Boycott of Elections
Egypt's main opposition bloc says it will boycott upcoming elections because their transparency cannot be guaranteed.
Report: Iran Has 'Plan B' for Nuclear Bomb
Satellite images show that Iran's Arak plan is operational, raising fears that it is trying to produce plutonium, Daily Telegraph says.
Iran, World Powers Exchange Offers in Kazakhstan
World powers and Iran exchange offers at "useful" talks in Kazakhstan over Tehran's disputed nuclear drive.
UN Ambassador: Condemn the Rocket Fire
Israel's ambassador to the UN sends urgent letter to the Security Council following a rocket attack on Ashkelon.
Hamas Official Calls for Third Intifada
“Our Palestinian people will not abandon the intifada and the resistance," claims Hamas official Izzat al-Rishq.
Victim's Father: We're Paying the Price
Shalom Rachum, whose son Ophir was murdered after being lured to Ramallah, fears Israel will cave in to hunger striking terrorists.
Turkish Agency Confirms Nasrallah Taken to Iran
The Turkish Anatolia news agency confirms that Hizbullah chief has been flown to a hospital in Iran. Hizbullah denies.
Senate Confirms Hagel as Secretary of Defense
The U.S. Senate confirms Chuck Hagel to be secretary of defense, ending an acrimonious nominations process.
Hamas Calls to Kidnap IDF Soldiers
Hamas, taking advantage of the rioting in Judea and Samaria, calls on terrorists to kidnap IDF soldiers.
Syrian Government: Ready for Talks with Rebels
Syria's foreign minister says the authorities in Damascus are ready to talk to anyone, including armed rebels.
World Powers to Present Iran with 'Good' Offer
World powers will present Iran with an updated and "good" offer at talks this week on its nuclear program, officials say.
UN Peacekeeper Disappears Near Israel-Syria Border
The United Nations confirms that a member of the UNDOF peacekeeping force is missing.
U.S. Urges Israel, PA to Show Restraint
The U.S. urges both Israelis and Arabs to exercise restraint as tensions mount over terrorist's death.
Iran Slams Hollywood Over 'Argo' Oscar Win
Iran, upset over the film “Argo” winning the Academy Award for best movie, says the movie "lacks artistic value."
UN Calls for Inquiry into Terrorist's Death
The UN calls for an independent inquiry into the death of a terrorist in Israeli custody, warns that tensions risk an eruption of violence.
Report: Nasrallah Taken for Treatment in Iran
Hizbullah chief has been transferred to receive medical treatment in Iran due to cancer, an anti-Hizbullah Lebanese website claimed.
Most Israelis Prefer Coalition without Hareidim
51% of Israelis would prefer to see a coalition without the hareidi-religious parties, a poll released Monday reveals.
UN Experts Investigate Shipment Seized in Yemen
UN experts in Yemen investigated an Iran-linked arms shipment which authorities intercepted in January.
IDF: Despite Riots, No Third Intifada
Despite the ongoing Arab riots in Judea and Samaria, the IDF is not expecting a third intifada, officials say.
John Kerry in London on First Official Trip
Kerry lands in London to start his first official trip in Europe and the Middle East. Israel will wait until Obama's visit.
Israeli Nominees Fail to Win Oscar
The two Israeli films that were nominated for the best documentary Oscar at Sunday’s Academy Awards failed to win the award.
Erdogan Attacks Assad, Takes Shot at Israel
Turkey’s Prime Minister slams Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad for but also once again verbally attacks Israel.
A7 Op-ed on Hagel Picked Up By Breitbart
Breitbart reports on op-ed which exposed that Hagel called for U.S. troops to patrol the future borders between Israel and 'Palestine'.
Cairo: Protesters Block Doors to Admin Building
Protesters block the doors to Cairo's main administrative building as part of a growing campaign against President Mohammed Morsi.
PA Officials Warn Obama Over Visiting Al-Aqsa
PA leaders: Obama should not visit the Al-Aqsa mosque in a way that might compromise its "Muslim sovereignty".
Autopsy Can't Find Cause of Prisoner's Death
An autopsy on the body of Arafat Jaradat finds that it is impossible to determine the cause of his death. PA blames Israel.
Lapid, Bennett Draft New Enlistment Outline
Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have drafted a new outline for enlistment of hareidim which they will present during coalition negotiations.
Syrian Opposition Demands World Action
Syria's main opposition group pulls out of international talks, demands world action after missiles slam into the city of Aleppo.
Ahmadinejad Admits: It's Been a Hard Year
“This was a very difficult year for our economy,” Iranian President admits during a live television interview.
Livni Objects to Israeli Construction
Livni expresses objection to Israeli construction in E1 and in the northern Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramat Shlomo.
Israeli Initiative with Turkey Fails
The head of Israel's National Security Council met a Turkish official in an attempt to restore ties, but to no avail.
PA Calls for Inquiry After Terrorist Dies
The Palestinian Authority calls for an international commission of inquiry, after a terrorist dies suddenly at the Meggido prison.
Danon Reminds: This is a Nationalist Government
MK Danny Danon (Likud): Livni should remember she's joining a Netanyahu-led government and not vice versa.
Trial of Suspected Hariri Killers Postponed
The trial of four Hizbullah members for the 2005 bombing that killed former Lebanese prime minister Rafiq Hariri has been postponed.
Hunger Striker May be Released Next Month
An Israeli court gives hunger striker Samer Issawi eight months for violating his parole. A military court may still sentence him for years.
Syrian Rebels Hit Back at Hizbullah in Lebanon
Free Syrian Army starts to attack Hizbullah, a day after giving it an ultimatum to stop shelling territory held by the rebels.
