Khamenei: The US will be expelled from Iran and Syria
Iran's Supreme Leader claims that that even Washington's allies "abhor" it now.
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Trump fires back at Obama: One of the most corrupt administrations in history
Trump responds to Obama’s criticism of his administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Missouri lawmakers approve anti-BDS bill
Missouri bill would require companies to sign a contract pledging not to boycott Israel in order to do business with Missouri.
No new coronavirus cases in PA
PA "health minister" says the total number of cases of coronavirus remains at 548.
Zarif dismisses 'foolish' US threats on Iran arms embargo
Iran's Foreign Minister dismisses US threats to bring back all UN sanctions if Security Council does not extend arms embargo on Tehran.
US offers Iran condolences following friendly fire incident
US military offers condolences to Iran after friendly fire incident that saw an Iranian missile kill 19 Iranian troops.
Report: Iran building new tunnel at Syria military base
Iran reportedly building new tunnel at the Imam Ali military base in eastern Syria which is capable of storing advanced weapons systems.
Lebanon asks West to stop Israeli violations of its airspace
Lebanon asks Security Council members to pressure Israel to stop its violations of Lebanese airspace for Syria strikes.
Hamas leader threatens more kidnappings
Ismail Haniyeh: There is no breakthrough in negotiations because Israel is not serious.
Pompeo: Only Israel will decide on sovereignty
Secretary of State says he discussed the issue of sovereignty with Netanyahu and Gantz: They will have to find the way together.
EU ministers to discuss Israeli sovereignty
EU foreign minister says Israel's sovereignty plan will be "the most important item on the agenda" at Friday's meeting.
French Jewish group sues comedian over anti-Semitism
Umbrella organization of French Jewish groups files lawsuit against controversial comedian Dieudonné M'bala M'bala.
Senior US official warns Palestinians
“If the Palestinians continue to refuse to come to the table it will make our decision-making regarding annexation much easier."
Official: Yariv Levin will be appointed Knesset Speaker
Likud approves nomination of Tourism Minister as Knesset Speaker. Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes him success.
Cuomo: Several regions outside NYC could reopen their economies this weekend
New York Governor says regions of the state could reopen after meeting criteria related to hospitalizations and coronavirus testing.
Britain: Sovereignty would make two-state solution harder
British minister makes clear the UK would not support any Israeli move to apply sovereignty over parts of Judea and Samaria.
Watch: Trump ends press conference after clash with reporter
US President abruptly ends press briefing after being challenged by a CBS News reporter on coronavirus testing.
White House employees asked to wear masks in West Wing
White House officials working in West Wing asked to wear masks to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
IDF demolishes home of Rina Shnerb's murderer
IDF demolishes home of terrorist who carried out attack in which Rina Shnerb was murdered. Palestinian Arabs riot during the operation.
Democratic senators back down from threat to Israel over sovereignty
Group of Democratic Senators back down from threat to end bipartisan support for Israel if it applies sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.
Pence's office: He's not planning to self-quarantine
US Vice President's office denies report that Pence will self-quarantine after his press secretary tested positive for coronavirus.
Dozens of Iranian military personnel killed in accident in Gulf
Iranian frigate mistakenly fires on another Iranian vessel in the Gulf of Oman during naval exercises.
Iran county placed under lockdown due to coronavirus
County in southwestern Iran placed under lockdown due to residents not observing social distancing rules.
Pence self-isolating after staffer tests positive for coronavirus
US Vice President tested negative for coronavirus but has decided to self-isolate away from the White House as an abundance of caution.
PA threatens lawsuits against US for supporting sovereignty
PA official says PA intends to file lawsuits against the US for supporting Israel's plans to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.
GoDaddy removes website promoting 'Miss Hitler' beauty pageant
Web-hosting company suspends domain of a website running the global “Miss Hitler 2020” beauty pageant for violating terms of service.
German intelligence agency apologizes for wiping Israel off the map
Head of Germany’s military counterintelligence agency apologizes for publishing report with a map that failed to show the state of Israel.
Which ministerial portfolios remain available for the Likud?
The unity government leaves a small number of ministerial roles for Likud members, including those who have been loyal to the PM.
Trump to be tested for coronavirus on a daily basis
US President, Vice President and other high-level White House officials to undergo daily coronavirus tests.
Arab League welcomes ICC ruling on 'Palestine'
Arab League welcomes ICC's intention to probe alleged Israeli "war crimes" against Palestinian Arabs.
Rouhani: Lifting the arms embargo on Iran is an obvious right
Iranian President warns of unspecified steps Iran could take if the UN arms embargo is extended.
Abbas spokesman blasts Friedman over support for sovereignty
PA chairman's spokesman threatens "serious steps" if Israel applies sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.
Biden: Keep 'two-state solution' alive
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee: US should press Israel not to apply sovereignty so as not to jeopardize the two-state solution.
Trump vetoes Iran war powers resolution
Trump vetoes "insulting" resolution aimed at constraining his ability to take military action against Iran.
Supreme Court rules:
Green light for Netanyahu-Gantz government
Supreme Court judges reject petitions seeking to prevent Binyamin Netanyahu from forming the next government.
Netanyahu demands Communications, Sports Ministry in exchange for Health Ministry
Netanyahu reportedly demanding Communications or Culture and Sports Ministry from Blue and White in exchange for Health Ministry.
PA eases coronavirus lockdown restrictions
PA cabinet leader Mohammad Shtayyeh announces partial ease on lockdown restrictions put in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Cardin won't sign colleagues’ letter against sovereignty in Judea and Samaria
Maryland Senator: US-Israel relations must remain strong even when we disagree with the policies of the Israeli government.
Top US general: Unknown if coronavirus came from China lab
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says US still investigating origin of coronavirus.
Rocket fired from Gaza, IDF attacks Hamas posts
Rocket from Gaza explodes in open area in Eshkol region. IDF retaliates by attacking Hamas posts.
