House approves sanctions on Iran, Russia and North Korea
U.S. House of Representatives passes legislation that imposes sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea. Trump has opposed the Russian part.
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Trump: Hezbollah a 'menace' to the Middle East
Trump hosts Lebanon's Prime Minister, blasts Hezbollah and warns that it is a threat to the entire region.
Arab countries add to Qatar-related blacklist
Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain add nine entities and nine individuals to blacklist over alleged links to Qatar.
Erdogan slams Israel's 'disregard of the law'
Turkish President accuses Israel of harming the region because of its security measures at the Temple Mount.
UN envoy: End Temple Mount crisis by Friday
Nickolay Mladenov warns of an escalation unless the crisis over Israeli security measures at the Temple Mount isn't resolved by Friday.
Jordan's Foreign Minister: Remove the metal detectors
Jordan's Foreign Minister demands that Israel remove the metal detectors on the Temple Mount and “respect the status quo”.
Greenblatt headed to Israel amid Jerusalem crisis
Trump's special envoy heading to Israel to support efforts to reduce tensions.
Rocket fired from Gaza; IDF retaliates
Rocket fired from Gaza explodes in open area in Eshkol. IDF attacks Hamas position in response.
Kushner leading efforts to end Jerusalem crisis
Senior official says Trump's son-in-law is leading American efforts to quell Jerusalem riots.
Erdogan condemns Israel's 'excessive force'
Turkish President says Israel uses excessive force on Temple Mount, urges the international community to take action.
Rocket fired from Gaza explodes in the air
Gaza terrorists fire rocket towards Israel which explodes in the air. No injuries or damages.
Jordanian MP praises soldier who killed Israeli schoolgirls
Jordanian member of parliament says Ahmed Daqamseh, who carried out shooting attack in 1997, is a hero.
U.S. lawmakers seek increased sanctions on Hezbollah
Republican and Democratic lawmakers introduce legislation that would increase sanctions on Lebanon-based terror group.
Cabinet decides:
Metal detectors will remain on Temple Mount
Political-Security Cabinet decides that magnetometers will remain at the entrance to the Temple Mount, reiterates commitment to status quo.
White House 'concerned' over Temple Mount
White House urges Israel and Jordan to work to reduce tensions on the Temple Mount.
Iran condemns 'contemptible' U.S. sanctions
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemns new U.S. sanctions on Iranian individuals, says it will reciprocate the move.
Gaza factions warn Israel over Temple Mount 'aggression'
Heads of Gaza factions blast Israel's "aggression" on Al-Aqsa, vow to have the upper hand.
Arab-Israeli singer blasts calls to boycott Radiohead
Arab-Israeli singer Nasreen Qadri says calls by BDS supporters for Radiohead to boycott Israel are counter-productive.
PA leader warns Israel over Al-Aqsa
PA leader Rami Hamdallah blames Israel for escalation in Jerusalem, warns of "grave consequences".
China reiterates commitment to Israel-PA peace
China announces it will host a symposium between Israel and Palestinian Arabs later this year as President Xi and Abbas meet.
Iranian general threatens American military bases
Iranian general says U.S. military bases will be in trouble if sanctions are imposed on the Revolutionary Guards.
Pence: The day will come when Trump moves the embassy
Speaking at CUFI summit in Washington, Vice President reiterates Trump's commitment to Israel.
Report: Hamas asked Algeria to take in its leaders
Hamas reportedly asks Algeria to take in some of its leaders who were forced to leave Qatar.
Montreal: Arrest warrant for imam over anti-Semitism
Montreal judge issues arrest warrant for imam who called for the slaughter of Jews.
Turkey’s Deputy PM blasts Israel for closing Temple Mount
Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister says two-day closure of the Temple Mount was "crime against humanity."
Tillerson to make announcement on Iran nuclear deal
Secretary of State will "very shortly" make an announcement on Iran's nuclear agreement, says White House.
Abbas: China can make contribution to peace process
Ahead of visit to China, PA chairman praises President Xi's proposal for peace with Israel.
Report: UAE responsible for hacking Qatari media
U.S. intelligence officials say the United Arab Emirates orchestrated the hacking of Qatari government news and social media sites.
Ya'alon: No peace agreement on the horizon
Former Defense Minister believes there is no possibility of reaching an agreement with the PA, says Abbas is evading responsibility.
Netanyahu:
'Cameras will improve security on Temple Mount'
Prime Minister says metal detectors and security cameras on Temple Mount will allow Israel greater security control over the compound.
Terrorist who carried out shooting attacks eliminated
Security forces identify and kill terrorist who carried out shooting attacks in the Binyamin region.
Trump likely to say Iran complying with nuclear deal
Officials say Trump is "very likely" to state that Iran is adhering to the nuclear agreement it signed with world powers.
Peretz: We await a government headed by Gabbay
MK Amir Peretz meets supporters, calls on them to back new Labor leader.
Abbas to visit China
PA chairman to visit China next week at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. China supports a Palestinian state.
Canada cancels directive on 'settlement wines'
Canadian Food Inspection Agency revokes directive saying Israeli goods from Judea and Samaria cannot be labeled "made in Israel".
Hezbollah promises to 'surprise Israel'
Hezbollah official Hashem Safieddine warns that the group will surprise the IDF in any future conflict.
Evangelical leader calls for protest against Roger Waters
Head of Proclaiming Justice to the Nations calls for protest against Roger Waters concert in Miami due to his anti-Israel positions.
Greenblatt meets Bennett
U.S. Special Envoy meets Jewish Home chairman after earlier meetings with PM, opposition leader.
Hamas and Egypt reach agreement on Gaza
Hamas says it reached an agreement with Egypt to improve commercial exchanges and increase fuel supply to Gaza.
Nasrallah: The United States created ISIS
Hezbollah leader welcomes the liberation of Mosul from ISIS, accuses the United States of creating the jihadist group.