A-G: Difficult to Defend Deri Appointment
Attorney General Weinstein says it will be difficult for him to defend Deri's appointment as Economy Minister to the Supreme Court.
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Questions Remain Regarding Portfolios for Likud
Netanyahu says Katz will remain Transportation Minister but questions remain regarding other members of the Likud.
Obama Expects 'Two-State Solution' from Israel
In an interview with Arab newspaper, Obama says he wants "genuine commitment to a two-state solution" from Israel.
IAEA Chief Disagrees with Iran on Inspections
Contrary to Iran's views, IAEA's Yukiya Amano says nuclear agreement would give his experts the right to push for access to Iranian sites.
German Court Authorizes Return of Looted Painting
Court formally authorizes the return of two paintings from Gurlitt trove to their rightful owners' descendants.
Galloway Launches Proceedings Against Rival
After losing his seat to a Labor candidate, anti-Israel lawmaker launches lawsuit to overturn the result.
Likud Blasts 'Hypocrites' Who Oppose Large Cabinet
Likud welcomes the passing of the motion to expand the cabinet, blasts those who were opposed to it as “hypocrites”.
Rearrested Terrorist to Serve 20 Years in Prison
Military committee determines that former hunger striker Samer Issawi resumed "full terrorist activities".
Lapid: Herzog Would Make Haredim the Same Offer
Yesh Atid chairman blasts the Zionist Union for failing to criticize the make-up of Netanyahu's new coalition.
Turkey Recalls Luxembourg Envoy Over Genocide
Turkey recalls envoy to Luxembourg after that country’s parliament recognizes the mass killings of Armenians as genocide.
UN Chief to Look for 'Realistic Options' for Peace
Ban Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.
Documentary on Munich Massacre Begins Production
Production begins on film documenting the memorial in Germany for the Israeli athletes murdered in Munich Olympics.
Herzog: This is a 'Government of National Failure'
Zionist Union, Yesh Atid denounce Netanyahu's new coalition, promise to fight it.
French Judges End Inquiry into Arafat's Death
French judges re-examining death of former PA chairman conclude their investigations, says prosecutor’s office.
Corker: Senate Could Vote on Iran Bill on Thursday
Senator Bob sees an "overwhelming" vote to pass the Iran nuclear review bill as soon as Thursday.
Lauryn Hill Cancels Show in Israel
R&B, soul and hip hop musician cancels Israel show, cites difficulty in setting up a similar performance in Ramallah.
Liberman Predicts Elections by 2016
Yisrael Beytenu chairman says a coalition made up of 61 MKs will be short-lived, insists it's Likud's fault that he chose not to join.
Netanyahu: Block Iran's Path to the Bomb
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets Senator Rob Portman, warns against Iran deal.
Tunisian Official Denies Terror Threats
"There are no threats" against Israelis or Jews, insists Tunisian official after Israel issues a travel warning.
Israel Allows 700 Truckloads of Goods into Gaza
Israel opens the Kerem Shalom crossing and allows 700 truckloads of goods to enter Gaza.
Left Blasts Netanyahu Over Coalition Agreements
Yair Lapid, Yitzhak Herzog and Tzipi Livni criticize coalition agreements with Kulanu and United Torah Judaism.
Senate Rejects Toughened Legislation on Iran Deal
Amendment would require that any nuclear agreement with Iran be approved by 2/3 majority in Congress.
Sources: Senator Sanders to Run for President
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders to announce his plans to seek the Democratic nomination for president.
Washington Blacklists Suspects in Burgas Attack
State Department announces that three Hezbollah members have been placed on a special terror watch list.
Kerry: Deal With Iran 'Closer than Ever'
Secretary of State says the world is "closer than ever" to reaching a nuclear deal with Iran, but work remains to be done.
Hamas Welcomes Blaming of Israel for Attacks
Hamas spokesman says UN report proves Israeli "war crimes against Palestinian civilians".
Hamas Leader: There Are 'Chats' with Israel
Hamas leader Ahmad Yousef reveals there are indirect "chats" taking place between his group and Israel under European mediation.
PA Chief Negotiator Skeptical About Peace
Saeb Erekat expresses skepticism about peace prospects with Israel, following Netanyahu's comments against a Palestinian state.
Report: Israel Launched Airstrikes in Syria
Hours after IDF soldiers eliminate a terror cell in the Golan, reports emerge of IAF airstrikes in Syria.
Netanyahu Commends IDF for Foiling Attack in North
PM Netanyahu praises IDF for eliminating a squad of terrorists as they tried to place an explosive device in the Golan.
Cruz Supports Israel at Las Vegas Convention
Presidential hopeful vows to do "everything humanly possible" to nix Iran deal.
Biden: We'll Deliver New F-35s to Israel in 2015
At an Independence Day celebration, Vice President promises new fighter jets to Israel next year.
Hamas: We're Not Responsible for Rocket Attack
Hamas signals to Israel that it is not responsible for rocket attack on southern Israel. Security officials not buying it.
Watch: Rouhani Presides Over 'Death to America'
Prime Minister Netanyahu's office reminds Israelis - and the world - who the "moderate" Iranian president really is.
Turkey Recalls Austrian Ambassador Over Genocide
Turkey recalls its ambassador to Austria, after parties represented in parliament recognize the massacre of Armenians as genocide.
Canada's PM Reaffirms Commitment to Israel
Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper says his government "remains resolute in our commitment to defend Israel".
New Zealand Seeking UN Resolution on Peace Talks
New Zealand says it is working on a draft resolution to revive the long-stalled peace talks between Israel and the PA.
Fatah Ends Gaza Visit Over Dispute with Hamas
Ministers of Palestinian consensus government end visit to Gaza, citing "differences of opinion" with Hamas over payment to workers.
Sources: Netanyahu, Kahlon Closer to Agreement
Prime Minister and Kulanu chairman meet and reportedly make progress on coalition agreement.
'Money-Loving' Peres Criticized Over Bank Contract
MKs from both left and right criticize report that former President will promote Bank Hapoalim for $30,000 a month.
