Brazil’s vice president tests positive for coronavirus
Brazil’s vice president Hamilton Mourão tests positive for COVID-19 and will isolate in his official residence.
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Netanyahu or another election? Sa'ar has no answer
New Hope chairman has difficulty in answering question of how he would behave if once again there is no clear decision in the election.
Algerian politician says Morocco's PM is a 'traitor'
Head of Algeria's largest Islamist party brands Morocco's Prime Minister a "traitor" over normalization of ties with Israel.
Iran: US approved funds transfer for COVID-19 vaccines
Head of Iran's Central Bank says US caved to global pressure and allowed Iran to purchase vaccines for coronavirus.
Morocco and Israel to launch direct flights within months
Morocco's Tourism Minister says Morocco and Israel will launch direct flights between the countries in "two to three months".
Report: Syrian air defense systems respond to 'Israeli aggression'
Syrian media reports that the country's air defense systems were activated in response to Israeli air strike near Masyaf.
US setting up consulate in Western Sahara
The move comes after Trump recognized Morocco's sovereignty over the region as part of normalization agreement with Israel.
Iran warns Trump against 'adventurism' before leaving office
Iranian Foreign Minister responds to Trump's threat towards Iran: Trump will bear full responsibility for any adventurism on his way out.
150 Democrats urge Biden to rejoin Iran deal
150 House Democrats sign letter sent to Biden which expresses support for renewed diplomacy to halt and reverse Iran’s nuclear program.
Report: US considering closing Baghdad embassy
Sources say US considering quickly closing its embassy in Baghdad after series of rocket attacks.
Trump gives awards to aides over Israel-Arab agreements
Pompeo, Mnuchin, Kushner and Ambassador Friedman among those awarded National Security Medal for efforts in brokering "Abraham Accords".
Report: Azerbaijan trying to mediate between Israel and Turkey
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reportedly open to idea of improving relations with Israel.
Trump warns Iran: If one American is killed, I will hold Iran responsible
Following rocket attack on US Embassy in Baghdad, Trump warns Iran against attacking Americans.
US sanctions Assad's wife
US sanctions Syria’s central bank and several people and entities close to President Bashar Al-Assad.
Tunisia reiterates: We won't establish ties with Israel
Tunisia says its position regarding ties with Israel will not be affected by any international changes.
Poll: Gantz would win 4 seats if Tel Aviv Mayor runs
Channel 12 News poll: A new party led by Ron Huldai could bring Blue and White and Meretz closer to the electoral threshold.
Former PM Barak granted exemption from hotel isolation
Ehud Barak returns from London but is not required to isolate at a hotel and receives permission to isolate in the privacy of his own home.
Signatories to Iran nuclear deal preparing for US return
Iran, China, Russia, Germany, France and the UK acknowledge possible US return to 2015 deal which Iran has been breaching.
Canada to provide $70 million in financing to UNRWA
Canada announces aid to UN agency for “Palestinian refugees” to be distributed over three years.
Bennett: My goal is to replace Netanyahu
Yamina chairman blasts Netanyahu's conduct. "I will not support moves that will rescue the prime minister from his trial."
Saudi Arabia suspends international flights following new coronavirus mutation
Saudi Arabia suspends all international commercial flights and entry to the kingdom through land and sea ports for a period of one week.
PA official: Tripartite move to support international peace conference
PA envoy says there is a joint Palestinian-Egyptian-Jordanian move to support international peace conference.
Austria arrests two more suspects in connection with Vienna attack
Another two suspects arrested for alleged involvement in November 2 terrorist attack in Vienna.
US commander: We're prepared to react if Iran attacks
Head of US Central Command says Washington is prepared to retaliate if Iran attacks to avenge killing of Soleimani.
Rocket barrage targets US Embassy in Baghdad
At least three rockets fired towards Green Zone in Iraqi capital. No reports of injuries.
Poll: Likud - 27 seats, Sa'ar - 20
Radio 103FM poll finds that Netanyahu, as of today, does not have a majority of 61 seats required for the formation of a coalition.
IAEA chief: There have been too many breaches of Iran deal
Head of UN atomic watchdog says reviving 2015 deal would require a new agreement on how Iran's breaches should be reversed.
FDA panel endorses Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine
Federal panel of outside experts recommends that FDA move forward with emergency authorization for the Moderna vaccine.
Report: Hackers accessed US nuclear weapons agency
Officials say hackers accessed US nuclear weapons agency during this week's massive cyberattack.
Khamenei makes first public appearance in weeks
Iran's Supreme Leader suggests the US will remain hostile to Iran even after Biden takes office: Don't trust the enemy.
Kenyan charged with plotting 9/11-style attack in the US
US federal authorities charge 30-year-old with trying to stage 9/11-style attack on behalf of Al-Shabaab.
US confirms 'significant and ongoing' cyberattack
US government says a "significant" cyberattack affected its networks. A Cyber Unified Coordination Group will coordinate the US response.
Rouhani: Iran is very happy that 'terrorist' Trump is leaving
Iranian President welcomes looming departure from office of US President, says he is a "tyrant".
Pompeo quarantining after coming in contact with COVID carrier
US Secretary of State quarantining but has been tested and is negative for coronavirus, says State Department.
Biden and Pence to receive coronavirus vaccine
US President-elect to receive COVID-19 vaccine as soon as next week, while Pence plans to receive his on Friday.
British government urged to spearhead efforts to replace Iran deal
Group of UK lawmakers say 2015 deal is "a shell of an agreement", urge government to work to broker a replacement.
Tunisian PM: No plans to normalize ties with Israel
Tunisia's PM says his country has no plans to follow in the footsteps of Morocco.
South African politician apologizes for comments glorifying Hitler
South Africa's Jewish community accepts apology from member of African National Congress who in 2015 spoke glowingly of Nazi leader.
Biden nominates Buttigieg as transportation secretary
The former Mayor of South Bend, Indiana, sought the Democratic presidential nomination but stepped down mid-race.
Senate Majority Leader congratulates Biden
Mitch McConnell acknowledges Biden for the first time as President-elect. "The Electoral College has spoken."
