Ahmadinejad: Having Nuclear Bombs is 'Retarded'
"Those who are stockpiling nuclear weapons are mentally retarded," claims the Iranian president during a visit to Bali.
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Peres Reminds Putin of Promise to Stop Iran
President Shimon Peres reminds his Russian counterpart of his promise to ensure that Iran does not get nuclear weapons.
Gaza Tunnel Explodes During IDF Operation
Smuggling tunnel explodes in southern Gaza as a group of IDF soldiers work to uncover it.
Obama 'Doesn’t Forget Anything', Says Barak
Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Obama won't forget Netanyahu's support for Romney, but doubts he'll make life difficult for him.
Report: Olmert will Run Despite Appeal
Despite the prosecution’s appeal in his case, it appears as though former PM Ehud Olmert is planning to run in January’s election.
Maker of Anti-Mohammed Film Given a Year in Jail
Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, the man behind "Innocence of Muslims", sentenced to a year in jail for probation violations.
New Kadima Campaign Focuses on Netanyahu-Obama
Kadima launches second part of its election campaign, says "Bibi is getting us in trouble. Also with the U.S."
Syria Warns PA Arabs
Syria’s foreign ministry warns the country's 'Palestinian refugees' against becoming embroiled in the country’s uprising.
Former Ambassador: Obama Won't Seek Revenge
Israel’s former Ambassador to Belgium and Switzerland, Yitzchak Meir: The U.S. has interests in Israel.
Two Vehicles Torched in Jerusalem
Two vehicles catch fire in Jerusalem’s French Hill neighborhood. Police believe Arabs responsible.
Prosecution Files Appeal in Olmert Case
State Prosecutor's Office appeals former Prime Minister Olmert's verdict and light sentence.
2012 Election Over:
Obama Wins Second White House Term
CNN, NBC declare Obama the winner of the 2012 presidential election.
Bahrain Fingers Hizbullah in Terror Attacks
Bahrain claims that Hizbullah is behing five bombings that killed two Asian expatriates in the capital Manama.
UN Condemns Spillover from Syria into Golan
The United Nations condemns fighting by Syrian forces close to Golan Heights, says it threatens stability in the region.
Bennett: Tomorrow Something New Begins
The new chairman of the Jewish Home party, Naftali Bennett, makes a victory speech. "It's time to restore the Jewish soul to the people."
Soldier Fired for Refusing to Assist Demolition
An IDF soldier from the Nachal Hareidi removed from his position for refusing to assist a demolition in Yitzhar.
Lavrov Supports Palestine in Meeting with Abbas
Russian Foreign Minister meets PA Chairman in Amman. "For us the statehood of Palestine is not questionable," he says.
Bennett Wins Jewish Home Primaries
Bennett wins Jewish Home primaries, achieves 67% of the votes. Final results to be announced on Wednesday.
Danon: Obama Wasn't Good for Israel
Israel is not interfering with the U.S. election, but it’s important to admit that Obama was not good for Israel, says MK Danny Danon.
Turkey Hosts Defected Syrian PM
Turkey hosts defected Syrian Prime Minister Riyad Hijab, amid a four-day meeting of the opposition Syrian National Council in Doha.
El Al Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Ireland
An El Al flight making its way to New York makes an lands in Ireland after smoke is detected in the passenger compartment.
Team Arrives in Ramallah for Arafat Exhumation
A Swiss laboratory team has arrived in Ramallah to prepare for the exhumation of former Palestinian Authority Chairman Yasser Arafat.
Obama Maintains Slight Lead in Final Day's Polls
Reuters/Ipsos poll before Election Day shows 48% support for Obama, 46% support for Romney.
Erekat: PA Will Go to UN Despite Pressure
PLO top negotiator: The PA will push on with a bid to achieve non-member status at the United Nations despite pressure to back down.
Syria Shuts Down Hamas Offices
As rift deepens between Hamas and the Syrian regime, Syrian security forces shut down all the offices belonging to Hamas.
Lieberman Threatens PA Over UN Bid
Report: Lieberman told the EU's Ashton that if the PA goes ahead with its unilateral statehood bid, "I will ensure the PA will collapse.”
Netanyahu: I Will Attack Iran Alone if Necessary
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu promises that by the time his next term is over, Iran will not have a nuclear weapons program.
Iran Claims to be Testing Latest Drone
Iranian experts have succeeded in building a vertical take-off and landing drone which will be unveiled in the coming months.
U.S. Race 'All Tied Up', Find Various Polls
CNN/ORC International poll finds that 49% support both Obama and Romney. Other polls find that the race is tied as well.
Ya'alon: Abbas Systemically Incites Against Us
Vice PM Moshe Ya'alon plays down Abbas's statements on Israeli television. "He keeps imposing preconditions so as not to negotiate."
Hollande Supports Syrian Transition Government
French President Francois Hollande meets Saudi King, says he supports a transitional Syrian opposition government.
Expert: Obama Victory Means Tough Times for Israel
A second term for Obama could be bad news for Israel, according to U.S.-Israel relations expert Prof. Eytan Gilboa.
Arab MK Slams Abbas Over 'Moderate' Statements
Arab MK Ibrahim Sarsour claims PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas “made all the possible concessions to Israel”.
Peres and Abbas 'Talk Peace' After TV Interview
President Shimon Peres calls PA Chairman Abbas to discuss the peace process, after Abbas's interview on Israeli television.
IDF Soldiers Open Fire at Arab Near Gaza
IDF soldiers foil a possible terror attack, open fire at a PA Arab as he approaches the border with Israel from central Gaza.
Haifa Mayor Lashes Out at Itamar Residents
Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav launched a scathing attack on the Shomron community of Itamar, claimed its youth are behind 'price tag' vandalism.
Sinai Anarchy Continues: Gunmen Kill 3 Policemen
Gunmen kill three Egyptian policemen and seriously wound a fourth in El-Arish in the Sinai Peninsula.
Iran Fingers Israel for Beirut Assassination
Iran's Foreign Minister says Israel was behind the car bombing in Beirut which killed Lebanon's intelligence chief.
Netanyahu Rejects Abbas's Television Comments
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu unimpressed by Abbas's Israeli television interview, notes he has rejected negotiations for 4 years.
Obama and Romney Neck and Neck in Key States
Polls released show President Obama and Mitt Romney are neck and neck in four swing states.