PA warned not to initiate anti-Israel resolutions
Both Egypt and the U.S. have warned the PA not to advance any moves at the UN Security Council until after the presidential election.
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Gazan sent to prison for spying for Israel
Gaza court sentences a man to 20 years in prison for collaborating with Israel.
Jewish Congress members denounce UNESCO resolution
Group of Jewish American lawmakers strongly condemn UNESCO resolution denying the Jewish connection to Jerusalem.
UK lawmaker: Israel responsible for anti-Semitism
Jenny Tonge, a well-known critic of Israel, asserts that Israel's treatment of Palestinians is the cause of anti-Semitism in Britain.
WikiLeaks founder's internet cut off
Ecuadorian government cuts off Julian Assange’s internet connection following his website's publication of emails on Hillary Clinton.
Assad: No contradiction between Israel and ISIS
Syria’s President claims Israel is supporting the "terrorists" in his country, including jihadist groups like ISIS.
Israel and Turkey to discuss gas pipeline
Israel and Turkey agree to begin discussions on building a gas pipeline to pump Israeli gas to Europe.
PA officials pleased with UNESCO resolution
PA officials welcome UNESCO resolution denying Jewish connection to Jerusalem, say it sends a message to Israel to "end the occupation".
PA urges FIFA to act on 'settlement clubs'
Palestinian Football Association urges governing body to act to ban Israelis clubs in Judea and Samaria.
PA officer jailed after criticizing Abbas
Officer who criticized PA chairman for attending Peres funeral sentenced to jail, only to be later pardoned by Abbas.
PA Arab electrocuted inside smuggling tunnel
Palestinian Arab man dies after being accidentally electrocuted inside a smuggling tunnel between Egypt and southern Gaza.
Hamas's Mashaal praises Jerusalem terrorist
Hamas leader phones family of Ammunition Hill terrorist, praises him for "defending the Palestinian people".
Trump: We must work to defeat terror
Republican presidential nominee condemns Jerusalem terror attack, says it's a reminder of the perils facing Israelis.
Clinton condemns Jerusalem attack
Democratic presidential candidate sends prayers to the families of the victims of the shooting attack in Jerusalem.
Steinitz to meet Turkish counterpart in Istanbul
Israel's Energy Minister expected to meet his Turkish counterpart on Thursday.
New FIFA chief seeks resolution on 'settlements'
New president of FIFA says he would make finding a resolution to the conflict over Israeli soccer teams in Judea and Samaria "a priority".
Women's flotilla to try to reach Gaza on Wednesday
Women's flotilla to try to reach Gaza in a bid to break Israel’s naval blockade.
Iranian officials snub German economy minister
Two Iranian officials cancel meetings with German Vice Chancellor following his call on Iran to recognize Israel.
Iran rejects Germany's demand on Israel
Iran declares it would never recognize Israel as a precondition for normalizing ties with Germany.
PA contractor killed in Gaza 'tunnel accident'
Contractor hired by the Islamic Jihad killed in an accident while working in a terror tunnel in Gaza.
Clinton: Peres spoke like a psalm
Democratic presidential nominee speaks with Jewish leaders ahead of Rosh Hashanah, reaffirms her commitment to Israel.
German minister: Iran must recognize Israel
German Economy Minister says Iran can only have friendly relations with his country if it recognizes Israel's right to exist.
Iranian official:
'Trump won't endanger nuclear deal'
Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization says the nuclear deal will not be in danger even if Donald Trump wins the presidential election.
U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff for Peres
President Barack Obama orders flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of former Israeli President.
Confirmed: Obama will attend Peres's funeral
White House confirms that President Obama will lead the American delegation to take part in Shimon Peres's funeral.
Ahmadinejad confirms he won't run for President
Iran's former president won't stand for re-election after being ordered not to do so by Supreme Leader.
Abbas urged not to dismiss Netanyahu's invitation
Editorial in Saudi Arabian newspaper appeals to PA chairman not to dismiss invitation for him to address the Knesset.
Obama names ambassador to Cuba
Obama nominates Jeffrey DeLaurentis to be the first U.S. ambassador to Cuba. Congress unlikely to approve nomination.
Khamenei to Ahmadinejad: Don't run for president
Iran's Supreme Leader tells former president not to stand again in next year's elections.
Trial of Burgas terror suspects delayed
Trial over 2012 bombing of Israeli tourists in Bulgaria pushed back because of a procedural error.
Senate to override Obama's veto of 9/11 bill
Senate to vote on Wednesday to override veto of legislation that would allow 9/11 victims to sue the government of Saudi Arabia.
Clinton: I'll oppose unilateral initiatives
Israeli Prime Minister thanks Democratic presidential nominee for her support for Israel in meeting at the W Hotel in New York.
Team Israel qualifies for World Baseball Classic
Team Israel defeats Great Britain 9-1, advancing to the World Baseball Classic for the first time.
California Governor signs anti-BDS bill into law
California becomes latest state to pass legislation against the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement.
Lavrov: We're ready to mediate Israel-PA talks
Russian Foreign Minister says Moscow is ready to help mediate peace talks if both sides are willing to compromise.
Hamas leader confirms he won't seek re-election
Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal says he will not run again for the leadership of the terrorist organization.
Iran 'more determined' to strengthen military
Iran's chief of staff says the aid deal between the U.S. and Israel makes Iran more determined to strengthen its military.
ISIS uses mustard agent in Iraq
American officials say ISIS fired a shell containing mustard agent that landed at a based used by Amercan and Iraqi troops.
Republicans seek to give Israel more in aid
Senators Graham, Ayotte, McCain and Cruz say they want to add a measure giving Israel an additional $1.5 billion in military aid.
Erdogan: We'll promote Israel-PA solution
Turkish President tells UN General Assembly his country would use the reconciliation agreement with Israel to bring about peace.
