Erekat: The US will never introduce a peace plan
Chief PA negotiator accuses US of trying to unilaterally change the terms of reference for any future peace proposal.
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Iran: Europe must offset consequences of US sanctions
Iran’s Foreign Minister warns his country can "reduce its implementation" of 2015 deal and even resume its uranium enrichment.
Germany criticizes US for shutting down PLO mission
Germany says US decision to close PLO office in Washington will harm efforts to reach two-state solution.
Pipe bomb thrown at soldiers near Gaza
IDF soldiers open fire at three Palestinian Arab suspects along the border fence.
Kerry: I met Zarif 'three or four times'
Former Secretary of State says his meetings with Iran's Foreign Minister dealt with how Iran can change the dynamic in the Middle East.
Head of UK Union of Jewish Students quits Labour Party
President of Britain’s Union of Jewish Students resigns from Labour over its inability to tackle anti-Semitism.
Greenblatt:
'We're prepared for Israeli criticism of peace plan'
US envoy says both Israel and PA can expect parts they will dislike in peace plan, but it is the best path forward.
House supports $38 billion aid package for Israel
House of Representatives approves defense aid package for Israel negotiated in the final days of the Obama administration.
Haley: Iran is suffocating from the US sanctions
US ambassador to the UN says Iran is "feeling the pain" from Trump's sanctions.
Report: Benny Gantz to form independent party
Former Chief of Staff reportedly leaning towards establishing a new party rather than joining an existing one.
Kerry: Every former Secretary of State meets foreign leaders
Former US Secretary of State discusses reports he has been speaking with Iranian officials in an attempt to salvage 2015 nuclear deal.
Pentagon: Russia will bear responsibility for Idlib attack
Pentagon warns Russia will bear responsibility for humanitarian crisis in Syria if there is an attack on Idlib.
Egypt freezes assets of charities tied to Muslim Brotherhood
Egyptian judicial committee freezes assets of more than 1,000 charities tied to the banned Muslim Brotherhood.
Cruz welcomes closing of PLO office in Washington
Texas Senator praises Trump administration for "long overdue step" of closing PLO office in Washington, DC.
Al-Qaeda leader: US embassy relocation proves it's an enemy
Ayman al-Zawahiri calls on Muslims to wage war against the US.
US releases some military assistance to Egypt
Secretary of State Pompeo authorizes release of $1.2 billion in US military assistance to Egypt.
Pompeo to Khamenei: What have you done for Palestinians?
Secretary of State points out Iran's hypocrisy vis-a-vis the Palestinian Arabs.
Egypt upholds death sentences for Muslim Brotherhood leaders
Egyptian court upholds death sentences against 75 people in connection with violent 2013 riots.
Turkey to open embassy in Paraguay
Turkey will open an embassy in Asuncion in a show of support for Paraguay's stance on Israel.
Arab League praises Paraguay
Arab League says Paraguay's decision to relocate its embassy back to Tel Aviv serves as a model for other countries.
Paraguayan President: Israel's response was exaggerated
Paraguayan President urges Israel to reconsider the closing of its embassy in his country.
Khamenei: US and Israel waging a media war against us
Iranian Supreme Leader claims the United States and Israel are waging a media war to discourage Iranians.
Pence urges Paraguay to move embassy to Jerusalem
US Vice President speaks with Paraguayan President to discuss his decision to move his country’s embassy back to Tel Aviv.
Iranian Foreign Minister blasts Trump's 'chutzpah'
Iran’s Foreign Minister blasts Trump's plan to lead a UN Security Council session on Iran.
Iran threatens to ramp up uranium enrichment
Iran says it will begin uranium enrichment beyond previous levels if the remaining parties fail to uphold the 2015 nuclear deal.
Trump warns Assad: The world is watching
US President denies claims made in Bob Woodward's book, but also warns Syrian President that "the world is watching".
Paraguayan President: Embassy relocation meant to advance peace
Paraguayan President Mario Abdo Benitez explains decision to move his country’s embassy back to Tel Aviv.
PA to open 'embassy' in Paraguay
Palestinian Authority welcomes Paraguay’s decision to relocate its embassy in Israel back to Tel Aviv from Jerusalem.
Erdogan: US making 'unlawful requests' regarding jailed pastor
Turkish President says US won't be able to secure release of jailed pastor Andrew Brunson by using threats.
Britain increases aid to UNRWA
Britain announces an additional £7 million in aid to UN agency for "Palestinian refugees", days after US ends funding to the organization.
Spanish FM: US losing its role as Israel-PA mediator
Spanish Foreign Minister says Washington is "aligning" with Israel.
Haley: Israel-PA peace plan takes everything into account
US Ambassador to the UN praises Trump administration's peace plan, urges both sides to listen to it when it is presented.
Revealed: Iranian aviation company smuggled weapons to Lebanon
Fox News reveals that an Iranian civil aviation company smuggled arms into Lebanon meant for Hezbollah.
Colombian President: 'Palestine' recognition is irreversible
Colombia’s new President says decision by his predecessor to recognize “Palestine” days before he left office cannot be changed.
German state office says BDS is anti-Semitic
Berlin State Office for the Protection of the Constitution categorizes BDS as anti-Semitic.
UAE judo competition to treat Israelis equally
Abu Dhabi Grand Slam reinstated after its organizers promise equal treatment to Israeli athletes.
Trump warns Assad against 'reckless' attack in Idlib
Trump says Russia and Iran would be making a "grave mistake" if they back Syrian attack in province of Idlib.
Kerry: Trump doesn't know what he's talking about
Former Secretary of State rips Trump for leaving Iranian nuclear deal, claims the President "makes things up".
U.S.-PA tensions?
PA intelligence delegation visits Washington
Abbas tells Israeli MKs that a PA delegation of security and intelligence officials is in Washington, D.C. for talks with CIA.
Iraq: Report that Iran moved missiles is 'without evidence'
Iraq’s Foreign Ministry says it is “astonished” over report that Iran moved missiles to Iraq but stops short of denying its contents.
