Abbas to assume chairmanship of UN's Group of 77
Chairmanship of Group of 77 allows PA to operate like a member state of the UN.
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US official criticizes Hezbollah
US under secretary of state visits Lebanon, says Hezbollah terror tunnels into Israel are unacceptable.
Iran: We don't have a military presence in Syria
Iran dismisses claims by Israeli officials that Iranian targets in Syria were attacked.
Trump and Erdogan discuss Syria
Turkish President and US President discuss creation of "security zone" in north Syria.
Residents of the north concerned: There are more tunnels
Israelis who live near the border with Lebanon were surprised to hear about the conclusion of Operation Northern Shield.
Jordanian King, Egyptian President call for 'two-state solution'
King Abdullah II and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi affirm importance of efforts to achieve peace based on two-state solution.
Iran 'punishes' Poland
Iran cancels Polish film week in protest over Poland’s hosting of Pompeo's summit aimed at discussing Iran's regional influence.
Iran taking 'preliminary steps' to restart uranium enrichment
Iran's nuclear chief said country taking preliminary steps to design uranium fuel with a purity of 20 percent.
Kahlon: Can't argue with PM's feelings about investigations
Finance Minister reiterates he would not sit in a government headed by Netanyahu if he is indicted after a hearing.
Malaysia will not allow Israelis to attend Paralympics qualifier
International Paralympic Committee disappointed over Malaysia's refusal to allow Israeli swimmers to attend competition this summer.
Syria urges UN to take action against Israel
Syrian Foreign Ministry complains to UN following air strike near Damascus which it blames on Israel.
Lapid: I won't be in Netanyahu's government if he's indicted
Yesh Atid chairman makes clear he will not sit in a government headed by Netanyahu if the Attorney General decides to indict him.
Danon to Lebanon: Time to address Hezbollah's violations
Israel’s UN Ambassador responds to Lebanon's complaint over Israel building wall on the border.
IDF attacks two Hamas underground structures
IDF fighter jets target two Hamas underground structures in Gaza in retaliation for rocket attack on southern Israel.
'Do you think Arabs wear a neon sign with the word stupid?'
PLO leader Saeb Erekat lashes out at Secretary of State following his speech in Cairo.
Two killed in accident in Haifa
Vehicle overturns and catches fire near the Krayot interchange. Two passengers pronounced dead.
Iran's Zarif: Wherever US interferes, chaos follows
Iranian Foreign Minister responds to Pompeo's Cairo speech, says Iran will never mimic US "human rights models".
Iran's Supreme Leader: US leaders are 'first-class idiots'
Iran’s Supreme Leader mocks US leaders but also acknowledges US sanctions are pressuring Iran.
Gabbay: Running with Gantz no longer an option
Labor chairman says he was trying for a year to convince former IDF Chief of Staff to join forces, without success.
US Muslim group sues over Maryland's anti-BDS law
Council on American-Islamic Relations files federal lawsuit against Maryland's ban on contracting with businesses that boycott Israel.
Kim pledges to achieve results in next meeting with Trump
North Korean leader pledges to make second summit with Trump achieve a result that would be welcomed by the international community.
Iran: We'll continue with aerospace program
Iran's Foreign Minister stresses Iran's aerospace program will go despite US warnings to stop.
Jordanian FM: Israel needs to withdraw from Golan Heights
Jordan’s Foreign Minister rejects Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, says area is “occupied Syrian territory”.
Cruz: Democrats sacrificing the security of our allies
Texas Senator blasts Senate Democrats after they block pro-Israel legislation over the government shutdown.
UN denies telling Hamas it will receive Qatari money soon
UN official rejects PA reports that Middle East envoy reassured Hamas they will get the next installment of Qatari money.
Democrats block anti-BDS bill, citing shutdown
Senate Democrats block package of bills which included codifying Israel assistance and protection for states which fight BDS.
Pompeo: US redoubling efforts to pressure Iran
During visit to Jordan, Secretary of State says withdrawal from Syria will not jeopardize efforts to pressure Iran and fight ISIS.
'The State has the tools to prevent foreign intervention'
Shin Bet clarifies: State of Israel, intelligence community have the tools to thwart attempts to influence election campaign.
PA rejects soccer players who played in Israel
PA soccer federation head Jibril Rajoub bans Arab players who are playing in Israeli leagues from being part of “Palestine” soccer team.
Pompeo to blast Obama's policy in speech in Egypt
Secretary of State reportedly to criticize former President’s Middle East policy in major speech he will give during his trip to the region.
Amazon to acquire Israeli cloud computing company
US tech giant reportedly acquiring Israeli cloud computing company CloudEndure for an estimated $250 million.
Israel halts transfer of Qatari money to Gaza
Israel reportedly asks Qatar to stop transfer of money into Gaza. Hamas media reports, however, the money will arrive in two days.
Greenblatt condemns Hamas over latest balloon bomb
US envoy condemns launching of balloon bombs using model airplane from Gaza into Israeli territory.
IDF attacks Hamas military camp
IDF attacks terrorist targets in northern Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on Ashkelon.
Watch: Pink Floyd cover band performs in Israel
UK Pink Floyd Experience performs in Tel Aviv despite pressure by Roger Waters not to do so.
Sanders blasts reintroduction of anti-BDS legislation
Jewish Senator blasts as "absurd" reintroduction of bill protecting states passing anti-BDS laws.
'Sometimes the Air Force needs to cross to the Israeli side'
“60 Minutes” airs full interview with Egyptian President, in which he acknowledged close security cooperation with Israel.
Turkey refuses to cancel purchase of S-400 from Russia
Turkey reportedly rejects US offer to cancel its purchase of S-400 missiles from Russia.
Rocket fired towards Ashkelon
“Red Alert” sirens heard in Ashkelon and Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. One rocket from Gaza intercepted by Iron Dome.
PA withdraws from Rafah amid disagreements with Hamas
Palestinian Authority announces withdrawal from border post with Egypt to protest Hamas "brutal practices".
