Conflicting Reports about Gaza 'Ceasefire'
A supposed Egyptian-brokered ceasefire has been reached between Gaza’s Hamas rulers and Israel, some reports say.
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Prosor to UN: Rocket Fire Cannot Continue
Israel's ambassador to the UN: "The continued silence of the Security Council is a green light for further terrorist activity."
IAF Strikes in Gaza Three Times in One Night
IAF aircraft hit Gaza-based terror squads three times in one night, following continuous rocket fire.
Apple Unveils New iPad Mini
Apple confident that new smaller version of its beloved tablet will trump lower-priced offerings by rivals Amazon, Google and Samsung.
Olmert Election Decision Expected on Sunday
Former PM Olmert will announce on Sunday whether he intends to run in the upcoming Knesset elections. It is believed he won't run.
Jordan's King: I'm in Power to Reform, Not Control
King Abdullah II says his goal is to stimulate reform away from a “negative” power struggle, a reference to the Muslim Brotherhood.
Remaining Estelle Activists to be Expelled
Israel set to expel the last of 17 foreign activists arrested when their ship was intercepted during an attempt to reach Gaza.
Jordanian Columnist: Jews Exaggerated Holocaust
A Jordanian columnist claims that the Holocaust was exaggerated by Jews to justify the usurpation of 'Palestine'.
Muslim Leader: Muslims Need to Liberate Jerusalem
Israeli Arab Sheikh Raed Salah calls the Muslim world to work toward the liberation of Jerusalem from “the Israeli occupation.”
Carter: Morsi Won't Change Treaty Unilaterally
Former President Jimmy Carter says Egypt's President will not implement changes to peace with Israel unilaterally.
IDF Strikes Gaza Terror Squad
IAF aircraft hit a Gaza-based terror squad as it prepares 7to launch rockets at southern Israel.
Ahmadinejad Insists on Visiting Evin Prison
Iranian President Ahmadinejad insists he still wants to visit the Evin prison, after the judiciary rejects his request to see the jail.
Netanyahu to Visit Jewish School in Toulouse
Prime Minister Netanyahu will be in France next week, where he will visit the Otzar Hatorah Jewish school in Toulouse.
FBI Team to Help Investigate Beirut Blast
The United States will send an FBI team to help Lebanon probe the Beirut car bombing that killed the country's internal security chief.
Obama, Romney Clash on Middle East, Support Israel
Both President Barack Obama and Republican rival Mitt Romney,in fiery foreign policy debate, say they will support Israel if it is attacked
Sanctions Hurting Iran's Shipping Industry
The head of Iran’s shipping company has admitted that Western sanctions are hurting the country’s shipping industry.
Egypt Host Sentenced to Jail for Insulting Morsi
An Egyptian court sentences television presenter Tawfiq Okasha to four months in prison for defaming President Morsi.
Report: Obama's White House Hosted Muslim Radicals
An investigation by the Investigative Project on Terrorism finds that known radical Islamists made hundreds of visits to the White House.
Olmert Criticizes Netanyahu's Government
"My government acted, unlike this one," says former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in Tel Aviv.
Benghazi Attack Also Targeted CIA Installation
The September 11 attack in Benghazi, Libya, also hit a covert CIA installation, U.S. officials say.
Calls for Demo During Funeral of Lebanon Official
Lebanon's opposition calls for a massive anti-Syria mobilization for funeral of intelligence chief.
Levy Report Author: Barak's Reasoning 'Nonsense'
Alan Baker, one of the authors of the Levy Report, rejects as “nonsense” Barak’s reasoning for not adopting the report.
Brother of Al-Qaeda Leader Calls for Jihad
Egyptian Salafist Muhammad Al-Zawahiri calls for jihad against Jews, says he does not recognize the elections that were held in his country.
National Defense Drill to Focus on Earthquakes
The "Turning Point 6" nationwide drill, which begins on Sunday, will focus this year on earthquakes and earthquake preparedness.
Qaddafi Spokesman Arrested, Fighting in Bani Walid
Libya's government announces the arrest of Qaddafi’s spokesman, as forces unleash an offensive against one of Qaddafi’s final bastions.
No Humanitarian Aid on Estelle Ship, Says IDF
The IDF has confirmed that there was no humanitarian aid on the Estelle, the boat which sought to break Israel’s naval blockade on Gaza.
Firebomb Attack on Kosher Restaurant in Montreal
A Kosher restaurant in Montreal was firebombed this week, the latest attack after a series of burglaries in local synagogues.
Report: U.S., Iran Agree to Direct Negotiations
New York Times: U.S. and Iran have agreed to hold one-on-one negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. White House denies.
Qatari Fuel to Enter Gaza Through Israel
Israel allow will fuel donated by Qatar to be pumped into Gaza via the Kerem Shalom crossing, says PA official.
EU Trip to Iran to Go Ahead
The European Union is going ahead with sending a "humanitarian" delegation to Iran, despite Israeli efforts to stop it.
Libyan Islamist Denies Link to Benghazi Attack
Libyan Islamist leader Ahmed Abu Khattala denies any role in the attack that killed Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans.
Hotovely: Likud Ministers Obligated to Levy Report
Likud ministers have an obligation to ensure that the Levy Report is approved, says MK Tzipi Hotovely.
U.S. Offers $12 Million for Al-Qaeda Financiers
The U.S. posts a reward for help in tracking down two Iran-based Al-Qaeda financial backers.
Syria: At Least 44 Dead in Attack on Town
Syrian fighter jets blast the rebel-held town of Maaret al-Numan, killing at least 44 people. Meanwhile, peace efforts continue.
Mofaz: There's Much Better than Netanyahu
Kadima chairman Shaul Mofaz says replacing the Netanyahu government is "a national mission".
UN Chief Blasts Hizbullah in New Report
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Hizbullah threatens Lebanon, cites the drone it sent into Israel as an example.
Netanyahu Won't Discuss Levy Report with Cabinet
Attorney General's objection causes Netanyahu to cancel plan to bring Levy Report conclusions for government adoption.
Arafat's Widow Questioned in 'Poisoning' Saga
In the ongoing saga of the circumstances of the death of Yasser Arafat, French investigators have questioned his widow.
Israel Helps PA Economy, Lets More Workers In
Israel’s latest measures to improve the PA economy include approval of construction projects, more permits, and more Gaza exports.
Olmert and Livni Decide on Political Co-operation
Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Kadima chairwoman Tzipi Livni decide to run together should they return to politics.
