UN Envoy: Two-State Solution is 'On Life Support'
UN’s special envoy to the Middle East Nickolay Mladenov says both Israel and PA need to show commitment to the "two-state solution."
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France and Iran Plan to Step Up Cooperation
French President Francois Hollande speaks with his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani about improving bilateral cooperation.
Thousands at Times Square Denounce Iran Deal
At least 10,000 people gather in New York to denounce the Iran deal and call on Congress to reject it.
Netanyahu: Same was Said About North Korea
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets Croatian President, warns that Iran could have an entire nuclear arsenal within a decade.
Labour Member: Shouldn't Have Recognized Palestine
Liz Kendall, candidate for the leadership of the British Labour party, says recognizing Palestine was not the “right thing to do”.
'Bookkeeper of Auschwitz' Appeals Conviction
Defense team for Oskar Groening appeals his conviction of 300,000 counts of accessory to murder.
Biden Tries to Convince Jews to Welcome Iran Deal
Vice President tells American Jewish community that a strike on Iran is still on the table if it violates the nuclear deal.
House Leader Urges Lawmakers to Back Iran Deal
Nancy Pelosi, Democratic leader in the House of Representatives, says deal with Iran is "a major accomplishment".
Carter: Iran Deal Doesn't Prevent Military Option
American Defense Secretary says nuclear deal does not mean military action is off the table to stop Iran from obtaining the bomb.
Saudi FM to Iran: Don't Pursue 'Adventures'
Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir says Iran must not use new nuclear deal to pursue adventures in the region.
Clinton: I Don't Trust Iran
Democratic presidential candidate admits those who oppose Iran deal might have a case, but says there are no alternatives to the deal.
Susan Rice: We Want More Cooperation with Israel
Obama’s National Security Adviser says Washington is interested in deepening its security cooperation with Israel following the Iran deal.
IAF Airstrike Targets Gaza Terror Infrastructure
Israeli Air Force launches an airstrike in Gaza in retaliation for rocket attack on the Hof Ashkelon region.
Khamenei: Some of P5+1 Are Not Trustworthy
Iran’s Supreme Leader says the text of the nuclear deal should be carefully scrutinized because the other side may breach it.
Gaza Rocket Explodes in Southern Israel
Rocket from Gaza hits the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. No injuries or damages.
Netanyahu and Herzog to Unite on Iran
PM Netanyahu meets opposition chairman Herzog, says it is important to show the world a united front on Iran issue.
Germany: Israel Shouldn't Criticize Iran Deal
German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier criticizes Israel's opposition to nuclear deal, argues it will help Middle East security.
Saudi Arabia Warns Iran Against Inciting Turmoil
Saudi Arabia issues warning to regional rival Iran after a landmark deal is signed with the six world powers.
Rearrested Terrorist Released a Second Time
Islamic Jihad terrorist Khader Adnan released for the second time in two days, after being detained for entering Old City of Jerusalem.
Netanyahu Launches Farsi Twitter Account
With Iran and world powers close to a nuclear deal, Netanyahu reaches out to the Iranian public in their own language.
Deal Will Allow Inspectors Access to All Sites
Diplomatic source says draft nuclear deal calls for UN inspectors to have access to all suspect Iranian sites, including military.
Iran Nuclear Deal May be Finalized on Tuesday
Nuclear negotiations miss a midnight deadline on Monday, as sides say "sticking points" remain.
German Source: It's Up to Iran
German government source says deal with Iran could be reached quickly if Tehran is ready to take the last steps.
'No Deal Today', Says Iran's Foreign Minister
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the sides still have work to do before a nuclear deal is announced.
Rouhani: We Have Charmed the World
Iranian President says that even if talks with major powers fail, Iran has been able to "charm the world, and it’s an art."
Minister Shalom: Restart Peace Talks
Interior Minister Silvan Shalom says Israel wants to resume peace talks with the PA, but “it takes two to tango”.
United States Investigation of Chlorine Attacks
United States asks Security Council to set up an investigative panel to identify those behind deadly chlorine gas attacks in Syria.
Iran Claims West Has Toughened its Stance
Iranian television claims that West has toughened its stance as yet another deadline for nuclear deal looms.
France Denies it Dropped UN Bid on Israel-PA Talks
French Foreign Ministry says it does not intend to give up its bid to advance a UN resolution on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Zarif Ignores Supreme Leader, Shouts at Kerry
Iran’s Foreign Minister reportedly got into a shouting match with his American counterpart, thus violating a direct order from Khamenei.
Assad Ratifies $1 Billion Credit Line from Iran
Syrian President signs a law ratifying a $1 billion credit line from top regional ally Iran.
Obama Thinks Chances of Iran Deal Less Than 50-50
Senator Dick Durbin says President Obama told Democratic senators he was pessimistic about the chances of reaching a deal with Iran.
PA FM Claims France Dropped UN Peace Talks Bid
PA Foreign Minister Riad al-Malki claims France abandoned its bid to advance a UN resolution to restart peace talks.
Official: Iran Talks Must End Within 48 Hours
Western official says latest extension in nuclear talks is the final one.
German Official: Iran Talks May Still Fail
As latest deadline for Iran deal approaches, German source stresses "there will not be an agreement at any price".
Sisi: Israel-PA Peace Will Make the Region Safer
Egyptian President meets delegation of the American Jewish Committee, calls for peace between Israel and the PA.
Iran: We Will Never Hold Positive View of America
Senior Iranian commander stresses that Iran will continue to view America as an enemy, even if a nuclear deal is reached.
Kerry Calls for 'Hard Choices' from Iran
Secretary of State says a nuclear agreement is possible if Iran makes the “hard choices” necessary.
Iran's FM: Differences Remain in Nuclear Talks
Iran's foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says "some differences remain" between Iran and six world powers.
UN Atomic Officials Head to Iran as Talks Continue
IAEA says "senior officials" flying to Tehran, as Iran and major powers continue to discuss nuclear deal.
