Egyptian Court: Can't Designate Israel Terrorist
Court in Egypt rejects a lawsuit demanding the designation of Israel as a “terrorist state”.
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IAF Strikes Terrorist Infrastructures in Gaza
IAF aircraft strikes four terrorist infrastructures in southern Gaza in response to rocket attack.
Russia: No Set Date for S-300 Delivery to Iran
Top Russian diplomat says no start date for the delivery of S-300 missiles to Iran has been set yet.
Amnesty: Hamas Executed 'Collaborators' During War
Amnesty International says Hamas committed war crimes by executing dozens of "collaborators with Israel".
Yesh Atid MK Calls for 'Price Tag' for Attacks
MK Haim Yellin, a resident of the Gaza border region, says there must be an Israeli response to Grad attack on the south.
Rajoub Rules Out Compromise on Israel Bid at FIFA
Head of the Palestine Football Association says he will not accept any compromise on his efforts to have Israel ousted from FIFA.
Iran: S-300 Delivery from Russia Coming Soon
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says Moscow and Tehran have concluded talks on the delivery of S-300 missiles to Iran.
Erekat: New Israeli Government is 'Racist'
Chief PA negotiator blasts Israeli government as "racist" and "extremist" following meeting with EU's Mogherini.
Obama: Netanyahu's Comments Have 'Consequences'
President Obama continues criticism of Netanyahu’s comments on a Palestinian state and Arab-Israelis before the last elections.
PA Diplomat: We'll Submit Two Lawsuits to ICC
Senior PA diplomat says the PA will submit two suits against Israel to the International Criminal Court on June 25.
Rajoub: We Won't Drop Anti-Israel Bid at FIFA
Head of the Palestinian Football Association stresses he will continue effort to have Israel suspended from FIFA.
Iran Seeks Notice Before Nuclear Inspectors Visit
France's foreign minister says Iran wants 24 days’ notice before international inspectors could visit its nuclear sites.
Football Player Apologizes for Anti-Semitic Tweets
Defensive lineman Khalif Mitchell apologizes after being fined for posting a tweet linking to a video denying the Holocaust.
UN to Explore New Israel-PA Peace Effort
UN's new Middle East envoy says the global body will explore options with Israel's new government for a return to negotiations.
NGO Monitor Unveils EU's Bias in Peace Process
Is the EU a fair mediator in peace talks between Israel and the PA? NGO Monitor's new analysis shows EU's bias against Israel.
PA, Hamas Blast Netanyahu Over Jerusalem
Palestinian Authority and Hamas condemn Israeli Prime Minister for saying Jerusalem will never be divided again.
Senator Graham: I'm Running for President
Senator Lindsey Graham confirms he will seek the GOP nomination for president, says he is running because "the world is falling apart".
EU's Mogherini Wants 'More Active Role' in Mideast
EU foreign policy chief says the bloc wants a more active role in seeking peace between Israel and the PA.
Graham to Provide Update on Presidential Bid
Senator Lindsey Graham to appear on CBS's morning and update on his plans to seek the GOP nomination for president.
House Approves Iran Nuclear Review Bill
House of Representatives passes by a majority of 400-25 the bill that would give lawmakers the power to review a deal with Iran.
Blast in Gaza 'Training Camp' Wounds at Least 50
At least 50 wounded in a blast in a training camp used by Hamas's "military wing".
Obama: 'Two-State Solution' Best for Israel
President Barack Obama continues to push new Israeli government towards accepting the "two-state solution" for peace with the PA.
Knesset Approves Netanyahu's New Coalition
Knesset approves Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's new coalition by a vote of 61 to 59.
PA's Electricity Grid to be Connected to Jordan
Will the PA finally stop depending on Israel for electricity? PA official says Judea and Samaria's grid will be connected to Jordan.
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.
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.
