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.
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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.
Arab MKs support British Labour leader
Knesset members from Joint List announce support for Jeremy Corbyn over his "solidarity with all oppressed peoples around the world".
Jordan rules out Palestinian-Jordanian 'confederation'
Jordan rejects idea of a “confederation” between the PA and the Hashemite Kingdom, says Jordan's position is based on two-state solution.
Iran denies transferring missiles to Iraq
Iran claims report it had moved ballistic missiles to Iraq was meant to create fear and affect Iran's relations with its neighbors.
Jordan: Stopping funding for UNRWA fuels radicalism
Jordan's Foreign Minister regrets U.S. decision to halt funding to UNRWA, says it harms prospects for Middle East peace.
Israeli attack?
Explosions heard at Syrian airbase
Number of loud explosions heard at the Mezzeh airbase near Damascus. Syrian news agency: A technical malfunction and not an Israeli attack.
France: Iran cannot avoid talks on ballistic missile program
French Foreign Minister says Iran respecting nuclear deal but cannot avoid talks on other issues.
Iran: Honoring nuclear deal isn't our only option
Iran's Foreign Minister says Iran has other options after IAEA confirms Iran's compliance with 2015 deal.
IAEA: Iran sticking to terms of nuclear deal
In latest report, UN's atomic energy agency says Iran is complying with the key parameters of the 2015 deal signed with world powers.
Saudi FM: Iran deal is 'too weak'
Saudi Foreign Minister tells Russian counterpart the 2015 nuclear deal is not good enough.
Report: Abbas doesn't recognize those around him
PA chairman's health reportedly continues to deteriorate.
Greenblatt: PA should be part of the solution in Gaza
White House envoy supports Egypt's efforts for ceasefire, says Palestinian Authority "cannot criticize from the sidelines."
'We can cause sirens in central Israel for six months'
Hamas leader says truce in Gaza can still be achieved, but also threatens Israel.
Iran's FM blasts 'warmonger' Netanyahu
Mohammad Javad Zarif fires back after Netanyahu says Israel is focused on preventing the Iranian regime from acquiring nuclear weapons.
State Department: Aid to PA doesn't provide value to taxpayers
State Department spokeswoman explains Washington’s decision to cut the aid it provides to the PA.
Corbyn in 2010: Israeli officials write MPs' speeches
New video reveals British Labour leader claimed in 2010 that Israeli officials control the speeches made by British MPs.
Abbas claims he wants a demilitarized Palestinian state
PA chairman reportedly tells Israeli academics he supports a demilitarized Palestinian state which will be secured by police.
U.S. rejects UN court's jurisdiction on Iran lawsuit
State Department tells UN judges they have no jurisdiction to rule on Iran's demand for them to suspend sanctions.
Haley urges Mideast nations to increase aid to UNRWA
U.S. ambassador to the UN says UNRWA will need to be reformed before Washington can consider fully supporting it again.
Iran says it captured spies working in state bodies
Iran's Intelligence Minister says security forces arrested spies working in state bodies, many of them dual nationals.
Iranian Defense Minister:
'Netanyahu is causing tension in the region'
Iranian Defense Minister claims Netanyahu is maintaining tension in the Middle East in order to have an economic impact on Iran.
Hamas: We will continue to build our capabilities
Senior Hamas official: Even if a ceasefire is achieved with Israel, the organization will continue to strengthen itself.
Rouhani: We expect Europe to save nuclear deal
Iranian President tells French counterpart Iran wants Europe to give it guarantees in order to save 2015 nuclear deal.
Violent disturbances at Joseph's Tomb
IDF force securing Jewish worshipers at Joseph's Tomb opens fire at a Palestinian Arab vehicle that accelerated towards it.
Online petition calls on UK Labour leader to resign
Thousands sign petition demanding that Jeremy Corbyn resign due to continued anti-Semitism in the party.
Talks between PA factions in Cairo postponed
Hamas official says talks in Cairo on Gaza ceasefire and reconciliation have been postponed.
Florida shooter identified
Man who opened fire at video game tournament in Jacksonville identified as 24-year-old David Katz.
Iranian minister: We will continue to support Syria
Iran's defense minister says the Iran-Syria cooperation won't be decided by a "third party."
Arab MKs blasted by the opposition
Opposition MKs criticize Joint List over initiative to have Israel condemned by the UN General Assembly.
Watch: PA teen who slapped soldier thanks Nasrallah
Ahed Tamimi, recently released from an Israeli prison, thanks Hezbollah leader for his support.
Canada in diplomatic talks with Saudi Arabia
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his government is engaging diplomatically with Saudi Arabia after recent row.
Pompeo to visit North Korea again
Secretary of State to visit North Korea next week but not meet Kim Jong Un.
Revolutionary Guards:
'We will increase our defensive capabilities'
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vows that it will not surrender to pressure over its missile program.
ISIS leader calls on Muslims to wage jihad
ISIS releases new recording of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi for the first time since last September.
North Korea halts dismantling of test site
Commercial satellite imagery indicates that North Korea has halted its dismantling of the Sohae Satellite Launching Station.
Erdogan spokesman: U.S. 'disregarding' our legal process
Spokesman for Turkish President calls on United States to respect Turkey's judicial independence in case of detained pastor.
Russia to deliver S-400 system to Turkey in 2019
Russia's state arms exporter says Moscow will deliver sophisticated anti-ballistic missile defense systems to Turkey in 2019.
Trump: Israel will have to pay a 'high price' in peace talks
Trump says Israel will have to pay a "high price" in its peace talks with the PA in return for the U.S. embassy relocating to Jerusalem.
U.S. slaps more sanctions on Russia
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister says new U.S. sanctions are groundless and promises a response from Moscow.
