Report: Syria Combining Chemicals for Sarin Gas
Engineers working for Assad are combining the two chemical precursors needed to weaponize sarin gas, says U.S. official.
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Knesset House Committee Approves Kadima Split
Seven MKs from Kadima will split and join Tzipi Livni, taking their funding with them.
Merger Between Jewish Home, Tekuma Approved
The central conference of the Habayit Hayehudi (Jewish Home) party approves the agreement that merges the party with Tekuma.
Talks Fail, Nurses Go On Strike
Israel's nurses will begin an open-ended strike on Monday morning, after last minute talks produced no results.
Initiative Counters Assault on Israel's Legitimacy
The Israel Action Network, an initiative of the JFNA, develops strategies to counter the assaults on Israel.
Haniyeh: Take Hamas Off Lists of Terror Orgs
Hamas PM calls on world countries to take Hamas off their lists of designated terror groups, says Israel is the greatest terror state.
Video: Peace and Incitement in the PA
Cabinet members were shown some of the many incidents of incitement against Israel in the Palestinian Authority.
McCain: Israel Must Respond to PA's Move
Senator John McCain on Israeli television: We cannot have actions such as the PA's move in the UN go unresponded to.
Emanuel Slams Netanyahu Over 'Support for Romney'
Obama is not willing to accept "Netanyahu's behavior", says ex-White House Chief of Staff. Interference in Israeli elections?
Begin Won't Come Back without Meridor and Eitan
Report: Netanyahu offered Benny Begin to be a minister in the next government but he refused.
UN Chief: Israeli Construction a Blow to Peace
UN Secretary General warns that Israel’s plan to build new Jewish homes is an "almost fatal blow" to any prospects for peace.
Argentina to Propose Agenda on Bombing Talks
Argentina will soon propose an agenda to Iran on talks to settle lawsuits related to the 1994 bombing of a Jewish aid organization.
Expert: Israel Should Let the PA Collapse
Prof.Efraim Inbar says Israel should not be responsible for PA, particularly after their UN move. And perhaps it should leave that body.
Fayyad to Israel: Come Back to the Table
The Palestinian Authority’s Prime Minister calls Israel to resume peace talks despite the unilateral move at the United Nations.
Turkish Leaders Blast Israel, Support 'Palestine'
"It is high time to take a firm stance against Israel’s activities," says Turkey's Foreign Minister.
Former Labor Chairman to Run with Livni
Former Labor chairman Amram Mitzna to announce on Sunday that he is running with Tzipi Livni as her number two.
Morsi Announces Date for Referendum
President Mohammed Morsi calls a December 15 referendum on the controversial draft constitution. Protests for and against him continue.
Labor Contenders Await Primaries Results
Results of Labor primaries expected at 10:00 a.m. Friday morning. 58% of Labor members voted.
Hamas Welcomes, U.S. Condemns UN Vote
Hamas hails the UN decision to recognize 'Palestine', calls it a victory. "The decision changes nothing," says U.S. ambassador Rice.
Morsi: Decree Only Temporary
Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi says his sweeping powers will expire after a new constitution is approved through a referendum.
Wounded UN Soldiers Receive Treatment in Israel
Two Austrian soldiers who were wounded in Syria flown to the Rambam Hospital in Haifa for treatment.
Most of Europe Voted in Favor of 'Palestine'
The Czech Republic was the only European country that voted against the recognition of “Palestine”.
PA Arabs Celebrate as World Reacts to UN Decision
"World countries have given Bibi Netanyahu a slap in the face," says Meretz chairwoman Zehava Galon.
Netanyahu: Abbas Speech Venomous
Netanyahu says that UN decision to recognize "Palestine" is "a meaningless decision that will not change anything."
Prosor: UN Resolution Pushes Peace Backward
"The world waits for Abbas to speak the truth that peace can only be achieved through negotiations," says Israeli ambassador.
UN Recognizes 'Palestine'
138 countries vote in favor of accepting 'Palestine' as non-member observer state. Ayalon: This is a historic defeat for Palestinians.
Labor Primaries Pit Yechimovich Against Peretz
Labor primaries will be a tight race between candidates favored by current chair Yechimovich and former chair Amir Peretz.
Morsi to Address the Nation About Power Grab
Egyptian President to address his nation on Thursday, discuss his decree from last week which expands his powers.
Iran Criticizes UN Over Condemnation
Iran criticzes a UN committee for passing a resolution condemning its human rights record, says the West uses the issue for political gain.
Clinton: Path to Palestine Doesn't Go Through NY
The only path towards a Palestinian state is through direct negotiations, says U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Hamas's Mashaal to Visit Gaza Next Week
Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal is to make his first-ever visit to Gaza at the end of next week, say officials.
Abbas Rejects Last Minute U.S. Pressure on UN Bid
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and Middle East envoy meet Abbas, fail to get him to withdraw his resolution to the UN.
Olmert to Select Kadima's Knesset List
Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is not going anywhere and will be be part of the committee that will select Kadima’s Knesset list.
Tibi Once Again Joins PA Delegation to UN
MK Ahmed Tibi joins the PA delegation to the UN for its statehood bid. MK Matalon responds: He belongs behind bars.
Israel Transferred Money to PA Despite UN Bid
Two days before the vote in the UN on the PA's statehood bid, Israel transferred 200 million shekels to the PA to pay its employees.
Hungary Condemns MP Over 'Jewish List' Remarks
Hungarian government condemns the remarks made by a far-right MP to compile a list of residents "of Jewish origin."
IDF Cmdr. 'Surprised' by Quick Halt to Rocket Fire
The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says he was “surprised” at how quickly the rocket fire from Gaza stopped last week.
Iranian Hackers Break Into IAEA Systems
Iranian hackers break into the computer systems of the International Atomic Energy Agency, publish confidential material.
UN Condemns Iran and Syria for Human Rights Abuses
A key United Nations committee passes non-binding resolutions condemning human rights abuses by Iran, Syria and North Korea.
Livni Motivated by Ego, Charges Lapid
Former Kadima chairwoman Tzipi Livni was motivated by her ego in choosing to form a new party, says Yesh Atid chairman.
