Hollande: France insists on 'two-state solution'
French President says his country is committed to a “two-state solution” and that won't change.
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Toronto mayor: No place for anti-Semitism in this city
Toronto mayor condemns anti-Semitic notes found in condo building in the city.
Egypt and Jordan: 'No concessions' on Palestinian state
Egypt's President and Jordanian King reiterate their support for a two-state solution.
ISIS claims rocket fire on southern Israel
ISIS says it fired two rockets on the Eshkol Regional Council on Monday.
Iran unveils 'smart and advanced' rockets
In latest military exercises, Iran's Revolutionary Guard launches several sophisticated rockets.
Iran bans chess player for competing against Israeli
15-year-old Iranian banned from domestic chess tournaments after playing against an Israeli opponent.
Nasrallah to Israel: 'Count to 1 million' before starting war
Hezbollah leader again threatens Israel, warns his organization will not have red lines in future confrontation.
Republican senators seek more sanctions on Iran
Senator Lindsey Graham says Republicans will introduce legislation imposing more sanctions on Iran over its missile tests.
Herzog: Netanyahu 'ran away' from peace initative
Opposition chairman: Kerry's peace proposal was historic opportunity but Netanyahu backed off because it would have dismantled Likud.
Hamas sentences 3 to death for 'collaboration' with Israel
Military court in Gaza sentences three to death by hanging for "collaborating" with Israel.
ISIS claims 5 killed in Israeli attack in Sinai
ISIS claims Israeli drone attack in Sinai killed five of its members.
Iranian commander: Attacking us would be 'unwise'
Iran continues threatening the United States amid tensions over ballistic missile tests.
Lebanese President issues warning to Israel
Lebanese President Michel Aoun says any Israeli attempt to violate Lebanon's sovereignty would be met with "appropriate response".
Netanyahu: We must maintain our security interests
In MSNBC interview, Netanyahu says peace with the Arabs will only come when they recognize Israel and stop trying to destroy it.
Sweden to appoint Middle East peace envoy
Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom announces her country will be involved in Israel-PA peace talks.
Erekat to remain chief PA negotiator
Saeb Erekat to continue to lead negotiations with Israel, decides Fatah. Also appointed: A deputy to Abbas.
PA: We're committed to the 'two-state solution'
PA chairman Abbas says he's willing to work with Trump administration, blasts Netanyahu for "destroying two-state solution".
IAEA chief: We haven't heard from Trump yet
IAEA chief Yukiya Amano says Trump administration has yet to be in touch about their criticism of the Iran nuclear deal.
Egypt closes Rafah crossing
Egyptian authorities close Rafah border crossing with Gaza, after opening it for three days for humanitarian cases.
Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'
Senior White House official: Peace is the goal, but we will no longer insist on “two-state solution”.
Erekat to EU: Ban all 'settlement products'
PLO chief: Labelling "settlement products" isn't enough. They should be totally banned.
Foreign Ministry advises Israelis: Don't travel to North Korea
Following reports that Israeli company will be offering visits to North Korea, Israeli Foreign Ministry advises against such trips.
Report: Syrian government used chemical weapons in Aleppo
Human Rights Watch says Syrian government forces carried out at least eight chemical attacks in Aleppo.
Security Council condemns North Korea
UN Security Council unanimously condemns North Korea's latest ballistic missile test.
Nasrallah: Trump is an 'idiot'
Hezbollah leader mocks Trump, says his presence in the White House makes him very optimistic.
Watch: Brawl in Egyptian TV studio
Debate on Shiite books on Egyptian TV turns ugly as the debaters throw objects at each other.
UN chief defends choice of PA leader as Libya envoy
UN Secretary-General says he chose Salam Fayyad as UN envoy to Libya because of his personal qualities and competence.
Hamas welcomes Petah Tikva attack
Hamas says terrorist attack in Petah Tikva is a "natural response" to Israeli "crimes".
Radiohead confirms Israel concert
British rock band ignores calls to boycott Israel, confirms summer concert in Tel Aviv.
Rouhani: Our military power is 'purely defensive'
Iranian President insists his country does not intend to interfere with other countries' affairs.
Danon demands UN action following Petah Tikva attack
Israel's UN Ambassador calls for UN condemnation of terror attack in Petah Tikva.
Louvre terrorist: I didn't receive orders from ISIS
Suspect in machete attack at Louvre Museum in Paris tells authorities he acted alone.
Iran conducts yet another missile test
Iran test fires short-range surface-to-air missile in latest violation of American sanctions.
Rockets fired towards Eilat
Four rockets fired from Egypt towards Eilat. Three intercepted by Iron Dome.
'Iran is going to realize there's a new President in office'
White House press secretary reiterates that Trump won't sit idly by and allow Iran to violate its obligations.
Turkish tourism minister visits Israel
Turkey's tourism minister, Nabi Avci, becomes first member of his country's cabinet to visit Israel since 2010.
EU: Regulation Law 'crosses dangerous threshold'
EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini condemns Regulation Law, urges Israel not to implement it.
New Hamas video calls for 'accurate fire' on Israel
Hamas introduces its latest animated music video, calling for terrorist attacks all over Israel.
Iranian VP: Those who threaten us will lose
Iran’s Vice President responds to American sanctions, says those who threaten Iran will be the "ultimate losers".
Hamas terror suspect sent to administrative detention
IDF orders administrative detention for Palestinian Arab journalist and Hamas member Mohammed al-Qiq.
