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.
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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.
Egyptian Given Life Sentence for Spying for Israel
Egyptian court sentences to jail a man convicted of “spying for Israel” in the Sinai Peninsula.
Bennett Threatens to Stop Coalition Talks
Jewish Home chairman says his party will end coalition negotiations if Shas is given the Religious Affairs Ministry.
Herzog: I've Had No Contacts with Netanyahu
Labor leader continues to insist that he will not join a coalition headed by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.
Dempsey: We Can Strike Iran Despite S-300 Sale
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says Washington knows all about the system Russia is selling to Iran.
White House: Russia Needs Money
White House spokesman says Moscow's move to supply S-300 to Iran shows the weakness of Russia's economy after being hit by sanctions.
Rouhani Dismisses Possible Pressure from Congress
Iran's president says he is dealing with the world powers, and not American lawmakers, when it comes to nuclear talks.
Iran Holds Obama Responsible for Deal's Fate
Iran's foreign minister says his country holds Obama responsible for making sure that Washington respects nuclear agreement.
Harry Reid: GOP Presidential Hopefuls Are 'Losers'
Senate Minority Leader supports Hillary Clinton, has harsh criticism for Republicans.
Apple Reportedly Purchases Israeli Company LinX
Apple reportedly buys Israeli company which specializes in creating multi-aperture camera equipment for mobile devices.
Senate Committee Approves Iran Bill
Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approves legislation that would require Congress approval of deal with Iran.
House Leader Supports Iran-Related Legislation
House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy says he supports bill that would force Obama to submit any agreement with Iran for Congress approval.
United States Concerned Over S-300 to Iran
The United States voices concern after Russian President lifts a ban on shipments of advanced missile systems to Iran.
Iran: S-300 Supply Will Help Regional Stability
Iran’s Defense Minister welcomes Russia’s decision to lift a ban on the delivery of S-300 anti-missile rocket systems to his country.
Rubio Tells Donors He's Running for President
Republican Senator Marco Rubio tells donors he is launching a presidential campaign ahead of launch event in Miami.
Kerry Urges Lawmakers to Stay Out of Iran talks
Secretary of State John Kerry says lawmakers should "hold their fire" as negotiations with Iran continue.
