Obama: Russia's Proposal Significant
Obama in media blitz: Russia's proposal regarding Syria is a positive development, but I'm skeptical Syria would comply.
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France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal
A proposal to have Assad hand over his chemical weapons arsenal is acceptable under certain conditions, says French FM Fabius.
Official: Learn From Israel's War on Terror
"We must fight terrorism with the same virtues which have been shown in Israel," says assistant commissioner of London Police.
PA: Kerry Pressuring EU to Delay Boycott
Negotiator Nabil Shaath says EU boycotting guidelines encouraged the PA to resume peace talks with Israel.
Obama to Meet Senators to Gain Support for Strike
Obama will travel to Capitol Hill, where he will try to convince members of his own party to support a strike in Syria.
Egypt: 'Israeli Spy Stork' Killed and Eaten
The latest “Israeli animal spy”, a stork that was detained by Egyptian police on suspicion of spying, has been killed and eaten.
Syrian Children to Congress: Support the Strike
A new YouTube video shows Syrian children asking members of the U.S. Congress to support a military strike in Syria.
Syria Amassed Chemicals with Western Help
Leaked cables: The Assads amassed their chemical weapons with help not only from Russia and Iran, but also from the West.
Sinai Group Claims Failed Attempt on Minister
Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai claims responsibility for a failed assassination attempt that targeted Egypt’s interior minister.
Kerry and Abbas Meet in London
No details released to the press of the closed-door meeting between the U.S. Secretary of State and the PA Chairman.
Official: U.S. Will Notify Israel Before Strike
The United States would notify Israel hours in advance of an attack on Syria, says Israeli official.
Syrian Warplanes Test British Defenses in Cyprus
RAF Typhoon fighters recently won a mid-air showdown with two Syrian warplanes heading towards Britain’s base in Cyprus.
Kerry on Assad: The Evidence Speaks for Itself
U.S. Secretary of State dismisses Syrian President's claims that there is no evidence he used chemical weapons against his own people.
Egypt Shuts Down Rafiah Crossing
Egypt closes the Rafiah crossing with Gaza, citing "security concerns" following a crackdown on Sinai terrorists.
Turkish Official: Normalization with Israel Soon
Turkish-Israeli talks to end a diplomatic crisis between the two countries are on track, says a Turkish official.
Hundreds March in Ramallah Against Peace Talks
Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine organizes march in Ramallah against the peace negotiations with Israel.
Iran's FM: Iran Never Denied the Holocaust
In a Twitter exchange with Nancy Pelosi's daughter, Iran’s foreign minister says his country no longer denies the Holocaust.
PA Minister Announces Next Terrorist Releases
The remaining PA terrorists will be released on October 29, December 29 and March 28, claims Minister of Prisoner Affairs.
Former Iranian President: Assad Attacked with Gas
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani breaks with Iran's tradition of protecting Assad, says the Syrian leader used chemical weapons.
Egypt: 11 Brotherhood Members Sentenced to Life
Egyptian military court sentences 11 members of the Muslim Brotherhood to life in prison for "aggression" against the army.
Jewish Groups Back Obama on Syria
AIPAC and ADL ask Congress to support Obama's proposal for a military strike in Syria.
Poland's Top Court to Rule on Kosher Slaughter Ban
Poland's top court will consider whether Jews and Muslims can perform kosher and halal slaughter despite a recent ban.
Senate Committee May Vote Wednesday on Syria
Senators reportedly reach an agreement on a resolution for military force in Syria. Vote expected Wednesday.
Iranian Warns U.S. Against Attacking Syria
An attack on Syria will spread the "spirit of jihad" among Muslims, warns commander in the Revolutionary Guards.
Hagel: Failure in Syria Hurts Our Credibility
Hagel to Senate committee: Failure to take action in Syria's will damage America's pledge to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Former PM Sharon Undergoes Stomach Surgery
Ariel Sharon underwent surgery to replace the feeding tube connected to his digestive system. There's no change in his condition.
Ban: Syria Attack Should be Approved by UNSC
United Nations Secretary General suggests that American intervention in Syria would be illegal unless approved by the Security Council.
'Syria Strike Will Hurt Israeli Interests'
Senior Iranian official Alaeddin Boroujerdi warns: A U.S. strike on Syria will affect the entire region.
Egyptian Body: Dissolve Muslim Brotherhood
State Commissioners Authority recommends that the Muslim Brotherhood be dissolved and its headquarters closed.
Pro-Assad Hackers Hit Marines Website
Computer hackers break into the Marine Corps recruiting website, call Obama "a traitor who wants to put your lives in danger."
German Intelligence: Assad Behind Chemical Attack
German intelligence has enough evidence to conclude that Assad ordered the chemical attack in Damascus, reports Der Spiegel.
2 PA Arabs Try to Break Into Ben Gurion Airport
State of emergency declared at airport after Arab truck breaks entry barrier. Two PA Arabs have been apprehended, no explosives found.
White House Prepared to Rework Proposal on Syria
U.S. administration open to changes in Obama's Syria proposal so long as they are "within the parameters" he previously explained.
Another Senior Brotherhood Member Arrested
Egyptian security forces have arrested Muslim Brotherhood leading figure Saad El-Husseini, the latest in a string of arrests.
McCain: Voting Against Strike is Catastrophic
Senator John McCain urges a vote in favor of the President's proposal for using military force in Syria.
Pope to 'Investigate' Polish Slaughter Ban
Pope Francis has ordered an investigation into a Polish ban on the ritual kosher slaughter of animals, says WJC head Ron Lauder.
Assad: Striking Syria Could Lead to a Regional War
Syrian President challenges the world to provide proof that his regime attacked civilians with chemical weapons.
Egypt Arrests Al-Qaeda Head in Sinai
Muhammad Ibrahim, commander of an Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai peninsula, arrested in ambush by security forces.
Syrian Rebel Leader Praises Minister Uri Ariel
Rebel leader talks to Israeli television, thanks Housing Minister for speaking out against chemical attack.
Merkel: Germany Won't Participate in Syria Attack
German Chancellor Angela Merkel calls for "collective answer" by the UN to the chemical attack in Syria.
