Lebanon summons German ambassador over Hezbollah ban
Lebanon protests Germany's decision to ban the Hezbollah organization.
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Iran calls off Al-Quds Day rallies due to coronavirus
Al-Quds Day is marked throughout the world with rallies used to incite against Israelis and Jews
Intel purchases Israeli startup Moovit
Intel buys Israeli urban mobility startup Moovit for $900 million.
Nasrallah: Germany caved to US pressure
Hezbollah leader condemns Germany's ban on his group, insists Hezbollah is not active in the country.
Abbas extends coronavirus state of emergency
PA chairman extends the state of emergency announced to curb the spread of COVID-19 for another month.
Syria claims Israel carried out air strike
Syrian media claims Israeli aircraft carried out an air strike on a scientific research center in Aleppo.
Iran to reopen some mosques following drop in coronavirus deaths
Iranian President says mosques will reopen in 132 counties, after officials report drop in number of deaths from coronavirus.
Trump confident there will be coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year
Trump says his administration is confident the United States will have a vaccine for the novel coronavirus by the end of the year.
CDC reports 1,122,486 cases of coronavirus in the US
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the death toll from COVID-19 was 65,735 as of Saturday.
Report: China covered up extent of coronavirus outbreak
US intelligence report says officials believe China covered up extent of coronavirus outbreak in order to stock up on medical supplies.
Israel's fatalities from coronavirus reach 232
The number of new cases in the last 24 hours is the lowest in a month and a half.
Danish police arrest terror suspect in Copenhagen
Danish police carry out raid in Copenhagen, arrest man suspected of planning “one or several attacks.”
At least 10 Egyptian soldiers killed in Sinai explosion
Explosion hits military armored convoy in the Sinai Peninsula, causing at least 10 casualties among soldiers.
Arab League: Sovereignty would be a 'war crime' against Palestinians
Arab League condemns unity government deal which says sovereignty in Judea and Samaria could be applied in July.
European ambassadors angered over sovereignty move
A group of 10 European ambassadors warn Israel that sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would destabilize the region.
Syria claims: Israel attacked in Quneitra region
Syrian media reports that Israel launched an air strike on targets in the Quneitra region.
Pompeo: We haven’t seen Kim
Secretary of State says US is watching reports about the health of North Korean leader.
Iran warns US: 'Severe' response if our territorial waters our violated
Spokesman for Iranian army says US is "causing disturbance" in the Gulf, warns of retaliation.
Pompeo: We'll use all means to extend UN arms embargo on Iran
Secretary of State says US will not allow UN ban on selling conventional weapons to Iran to expire on October.
Biden: I will keep the US embassy in Jerusalem
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee says he disagrees with manner US embassy was relocated but wouldn't move it back.
Coronavirus death toll rises to 215
Ministry of Health updates that the number of recoveries from the virus continues to be higher than the number of cases.
Biden adviser: He's opposed to annexation, will keep embassy in Jerusalem
Senior foreign policy adviser to presumptive Democratic nominee: Biden is against annexation, would try to revive two-state solution.
Canadian Conservative leader: We are proud to be strong allies of Israel
Andrew Scheer, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party: May Israel be blessed with peace, health and prosperity.
PA condemns State Department comments on sovereignty
PA “foreign ministry”: US willingness to accept Israeli sovereignty is "an extension of the US bias" in favor of Israel.
Officials: Kim could be hiding over fear of coronavirus
South Korean minister and US sources say that fear of coronavirus could be keeping North Korean leader out of public sight.
US records one millionth coronavirus case
The US death toll from COVID-19 is 58,351, according to Johns Hopkins University.
Ramming attack near Paris investigated as terrorist attack
Man who slammed his car into police cars and motorcycles reportedly pledged allegiance to ISIS.
Watch: Hillary Clinton endorses Joe Biden
Former Secretary of State endorses Biden: This is a moment where we need a leader like Joe Biden.
Iranian military: We will never be a source of conflict
Iran's military tries to ease tensions after several high-seas incidents involving US forces.
Clashes in Lebanon amid crash in local currency
Clashes break out in city of Tripoli in northern Lebanon as protesters smashed fronts of banks, set fire to an army vehicle.
US official: We're ready to recognize Israeli application of sovereignty
State Dept. spokesperson: US would be ready to recognize Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria but negotiations with PA also required.
Trump hints he knows what happened to North Korean leader
"I do have a very good idea but I can't talk about it," says US President when asked about whereabouts of Kim Jong Un.
15,555 coronavirus cases in Israel, 204 deaths
126 patients are in serious condition, 96 of them on respirators. 7,200 Israelis have recovered from the virus.
Gaza to reopen restaurants for Ramadan
Gaza authorities permit restaurants to reopen but demand that precautionary measures be taken due to coronavirus pandemic.
Syria claims: Israel attacked in Damascus
Syria claims Israeli air force attacked targets in southern Damascus.
South Korean official: Kim is alive and well
South Korean official dismisses speculation about the health of North Korea's leader.
Italy to ease some coronavirus restrictions
Italy will allow citizens to do more outdoor sports and exercise near their homes as of May 4, PM announces.
British PM to announce easing of lockdown?
British PM Boris Johnson returns to work, expected to announce plans for the easing of the coronavirus lockdown.
New York state could reopen after May 15
Governor Andrew Cuomo says manufacturing and construction could restart in mid-May following coronavirus lockdown.
'CNN is fake news, don’t talk to me'
Watch: Trump rips reporters during White House daily briefing on coronavirus.
