American May Have Carried Out Syria Bombing
U.S. officials believe an American citizen carried out a suicide bombing in Syria on behalf of an Al-Qaeda-linked group.
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Sisi Wins Presidency with Overwhelming Majority
Partial results indicate that Egypt’s former army chief has captured at least 85% of the votes, and maybe even more.
Obama Close to Authorizing Training for Rebels
Officials say Obama is close to authorizing a military-led mission to train moderate Syrian rebels.
Pakistani Woman Murdered Over Marriage
Pregnant Pakistani woman beat to death by family members after marrying the man she loved instead of her cousin.
Iran: Don't be Influenced by 'Third Parties'
In a likely reference to Israel, Iran urges West to resist pressure from third parties not involved in nuclear negotiations.
Netanyahu on Jerusalem: We Won't Divide Our Heart
Netanyahu at the Jerusalem Day celebrations at the Mercaz Harav Yeshiva: Jerusalem is Israel’s eternity.
Ariel: No More Construction Freezes
Housing Minister declares that there will never be another construction freeze in Jerusalem or Judea and Samaria.
Kerry Asks Iran to Release Jailed Marine
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry calls on Iran to release Amir Hekmati, who was found guilty of spying.
Muslim Organization Sues Canada's PM
The National Council of Canadian Muslims sues PM Stephen Harper for libel for linking the group to Hamas.
Fatah: Unity Gov't to be Announced This Week
Fatah negotiator says the make-up of the unity coalition with Hamas will be declared on Thursday.
Nigeria Knows Where Missing Schoolgirls Are
Nigeria's highest ranking military officer reveals the missing teenagers have been located.
Syria Expels Jordanian Diplomat
Syria responds to Jordan’s expelling of its ambassador by expelling a Jordanian diplomat from Damascus.
Children Encouraged to 'Buy a Bullet' on Hamas TV
A "Nakba Day" episode of a Hamas children’s program featured a poem encouraging children to "buy a bullet at any price."
Lebanon Arrests British Islamist Leader
Lebanese security forces arrest Omar Bakri, founder of the British Al Muhajiroun who was banished from Britain in 2005.
Sinai Group Denies Leader was Killed
Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis denies Egyptian officials' claims that its leader was shot dead in an ambush.
UN Chief Condemns Belgium Shooting
UN Secretary-General says location of Brussels shooting "points to a possible anti-Semitic motivation behind it."
Khamenei Urges 'Resistance Against Powers'
Iran’s Supreme Leader says the international community should rid itself of "the arrogant front led by the United States."
Nasrallah: The IDF is Scared of Us
Hezbollah head says his group is still able to deter Israel, threatens Israel against hitting the group.
Netanyahu: Belgium Attack Caused by Incitement
Netanyahu says shooting at Jewish Museum was "the result of constant incitement against Jews and their state."
One Dead in Explosion in Jerusalem Building
One person killed in an explosion and fire in Beit Hanina neighborhood. Gas tank explosion suspected.
Cleric: Jews, Christians Destroy Muslim Women
Jews and Christians are trying to destroy the Muslim family by propagating equality between the sexes, a cleric said in a sermon.
Itzik Secures 10 Signatures for Presidential Bid
Former Knesset Speaker waiting to see if she has Foreign Minister Liberman's backing for the post of president.
Russia Could Build 8 More Nuclear Plants in Iran
Russia reportedly plans to build two more nuclear reactors in Bushehr, part of a broader deal for up to eight reactors.
Deputy Hezbollah Leader: Israel is the Enemy
Hezbollah says that despite its heavy involvement in Syria, Israel remains the central enemy.
Leader of Sinai Al-Qaeda-Inspired Group Eliminated
The leader of Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, which fired rockets from the Sinai towards Eilat, killed in drive-by shooting.
IHH: We'll Reject Israeli Offer for Compensation
Organization which was behind the 2010 flotilla says it will oppose an Israeli offer to pay compensation to the victims of the Mavi Marmara.
Brotherhood Leader: We Fight Jews, Not Egyptians
Spiritual leader of the Muslim Brotherhood says his movement is honored to be considered an enemy of Israel.
Netanyahu in a Bind Over Presidential Election
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu can't figure out who to support for President: Reuven Rivlin, David Levy or perhaps Dalia Itzik?
Germany Investigating 20 Former Guards at Majdanek
Around 20 former guards at Majdanek could face charges in Germany, as it continues its crackdown on Nazi war criminals.
Abbas's Rival Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison
Mohammed Dahlan sentenced in absentia to two years in prison, vows to run against Abbas nevertheless.
U.S. Not Planning to Present New Peace Initiative
Kerry is preoccupied with "everything from Ukraine to South Sudan" and not dealing with Israel-PA peace, says spokeswoman.
'Happy Iranians' Released from Prison
Six Iranians who were arrested for dancing in a YouTube video to Pharrell Williams' "Happy" have been freed.
Official: 'Nakba Day' Video Likely Doctored
Senior official says there is "high probability" the video which purports to show soldiers shooting Arab youths was doctored.
Fischer Edging Closer to Federal Reserve
Former Bank of Israel's nomination as vice chairman of the Federal Reserve clears a key procedural hurdle in the Senate.
State Dept Dismisses Bennett's Annexation Plan
State Department spokeswoman says Bennett's plan to annex Area C doesn't reflect the Israeli government's position.
Hamas: Unity Or Not, Resistance Will Continue
Hamas-Fatah unity pact "does not mean an end to our resistance against the invaders", says Khaled Mashaal.
Erdogan Thanks Israel Over Mine Disaster
Turkey’s Prime Minister thanks Israel for cancelling Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations in Turkey in the wake of last week's mine explosion.
Psaki Gets Defensive When Asked About Indyk's Rant
State Department spokeswoman gets defensive when reporters ask her about Martin Indyk's alleged rant against Israel.
Egyptian TV: Jewish Lobbies Behind The Simpsons
Egyptian television channel claims that popular cartoon was devised by Jewish lobbies.
Christie Calls for Aggressive Foreign Policy
New Jersey Governor addresses the Champions of Jewish Values International awards gala.
