Netanyahu: No Government with the Left
Prime Minister Netanyahu stresses there is an "ideological void" between Likud and Labor, rules out coalition with the left.
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Liberman: We Will Demand the Defense Ministry
Yisrael Beytenu chairman says his party will demand that its member be Defense Minister as a condition for joining a coalition.
Likud Incensed After Biden Meets Herzog in Munich
A day after announcing he would boycott PM Netanyahu's speech, Vice President Joe Biden met MK Yitzhak Herzog in Munich.
Iran May be Allowed to Enrich Uranium
Diplomats say the United States and Iran are discussing a compromise that would let Iran keep much of its uranium-enriching technology.
Senior White House Official to Visit Israel
Despite tensions surrounding PM Netanyahu’s speech to Congress, senior White House advisor Phil Gordon will visit Israel later this month.
State Dept.: UN Gaza Commission is 'One-Sided'
State Department spokeswoman says Washington "remains concerned" about UN's probe of Israel even after Schabas quit.
Gaza Youths Encouraged to Attack Israelis
In footage from a youth camp organized by Hamas, cadets demonstrate military skills and simulate the kidnapping of a soldier.
Head of UN's Gaza Probe Resigns
William Schabas resigns as head of the UN commission probing Israel's actions in Gaza, citing Israeli allegations of bias.
McCain: Israel Relations 'the Worst I've Seen'
Republican Senator John McCain says President Obama has had "unrealistic expectations" of Israel.
Giuliani: Perfect Time for Congress Speech
Former New York Mayor tells Israeli television he has no idea why there is "such a fuss" over Netanyahu's speech to Congress.
Mofaz: Biggest Mistake Was Joining Netanyahu
Shaul Mofaz regrets joining Netanyahu's coalition in 2012, says "it was all a bluff".
Egyptian Court Blacklists Hamas's 'Military Wing'
Egyptian court bans Hamas's Al-Qassam Brigades and lists it as a terrorist organization.
Ya'alon: Golan Airstrike Was Necessary
Defense Minister: If airstrike attributed to Israel hadn't taken place, serious terrorist attacks against Israelis would have taken place.
ICC Urged to Reconsider Flotilla Probe
Lawyers representing the Comoros ask ICC to reconsider a decision not to probe Israel's 2010 raid on the Mavi Marmara.
Senate Committee Votes in Favor of Sanctions Bill
Senate Banking Committee votes in favor of advancing a bill toughening sanctions on Iran. Vote in full Senate not expected till March.
Benny Begin Returns to Likud, Given #11 Spot
After two years out of the Knesset, former minister given reserved spot on Likud list.
Pelosi: Netanyahu Could 'Send the Wrong Message'
Rep. Nancy Pelosi says she warned PM Netanyahu that his speech before Congress threatens to sink nuclear talks with Iran.
Official Attacks Israel at Holocaust Ceremony
Speaker of the Turkish parliament says at a ceremony honoring Holocaust Day that Israel's "massacres" in Gaza must not be forgotten.
Obama: Netanyahu Coming Too Close to Election
President Obama says it's "inappropriate" for him to meet Netanyahu so close to Israel's election.
Dagan: Netanyahu Endangering Israel's Security
Former Mossad chief launches yet another verbal attack against PM Netanyahu, says his policies are dangerous.
Livni Blames Bibi for Sanctions being Postponed
Livni claims that Netanyahu's Congress speech led to ten senators deciding to postpone a bill on new Iran sanctions.
Senators to Postpone Vote on Iran Sanctions
A group of 10 Senate Democrats tell Obama they will not vote for new sanctions against Iran on the Senate floor until late March.
Mofaz Resigns from Politics
"I am not an outstanding politician," admits Kadima chairman as he announces that he is stepping down from politics.
IDF Attacks Syrian Artillery
IDF attacks artillery targets belonging to the Syrian army, in retaliation for earlier rocket attacks on the Golan region.
Egyptian Court Overturns Hamas Ban
Court in Egypt overturns an earlier decision to list Hamas as a terrorist organization, says doing so not under its jurisdiction.
Envoy: Netanyahu Visit Not Meant to Insult Obama
Israeli ambassador Ron Dermer stresses that Netanyahu's speech to Congress is meant to warn about Iran "while there's still time".
Netanyahu: I Will Address Congress No Matter What
PM Netanyahu says it his duty to warn Congress of the Iranian threat, adds Labor is "not the Zionist camp. It's the anti-Zionist camp".
Assad: Al-Qaeda Has the Israeli Air Force
Syrian President accuses the IDF of conspiring with the Al-Qaeda terrorist group.
Fox News Issues Rare Criticism of Netanyahu
Fox News hosts Chris Wallace and Shepard Smith warn that Netanyahu's speech to Congress could damage relations.
Abbas: ICC Membership Active by April
PA Chairman says “Israeli settlements and assaults” must be brought before the International Criminal Court.
Democrats: We Weren't Consulted on Netanyahu Visit
Harry Reid says he wasn't consulted about Netanyahu invite to Congress but will "listen to what he has to say".
Top Diplomats Speak Out Against Sanctions
A group of top European diplomats warn that imposing new sanctions on Iran at this time "would jeopardize our efforts".
Democrat Leader Invite to Netanyahu Inappropriate
Nancy Pelosi says John Boehner’s invitation for PM Netanyahu to address Congress is “inappropriate”.
Menendez: Iran is Stalling, Impose New Sanctions
Democratic Senator calls for new sanctions on Iran even after Obama promised to veto them in State of the Union.
Netanyahu Visit Coordinated with Ambassador
Politico reports John Boehner coordinated Netanyahu's invitation to address Congress directly with the Israeli ambassador.
Turkish PM: Israel Must 'Stop Killing Children'
Turkey’s Prime Minister says his country’s ties with Israel can be restored if Israel “stops killing children”.
Saga Around Hotovely and Dichter Continues
Likud court suggests that Netanyahu cancel the reserved #11 spot on the list, threatens to consider ordering a recount of all the ballots.
Mogherini Calls for 'Fresh Look' at Peace Talks
EU's foreign policy chief calls for new ways to revive the frozen peace talks between Israel and the PA, suggests the Quartet should expand.
Graham: PA Could Lose Aid if it Sues Israel at ICC
Republican senator Lindsey Graham calls PA's application to join the ICC "incredibly offensive".
Senators Unveil Toned Down Iran Sanctions Bill
Mark Kirk and Robert Menendez revise their Iran sanctions bill so that it gradually imposes sanctions if no deal reached by July 1.