Abbas Suggests NATO Forces in 'Palestine'
Abbas offers to have IDF troops remain in 'Palestine' for five years, then replace them with a NATO force that can stay "for a long time."
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NATO Prepared to Help Destroy Syrian Chemicals
Elements of NATO are ready to destroy Syria’s chemical weapons arsenal, says official.
Waters Slams Scarlett Johansson and Neil Young
Anti-Israel musician Roger Waters takes Scarlett Johansson and Neil Young to task for refusing to boycott Israel.
French Minister: There Are 'Opportunities' in Iran
France will have "significant commercial opportunities" in Iran if sanctions are lifted, says French Finance Minister Pierre Moscovici.
Sarid: The Settlers Aren't My Brothers
Former Education Minister slams Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria, says he fears a "settler state."
Egyptian Court Upholds Ban on Muslim Brotherhood
Court turns down Muslim Brotherhood's appeal against a verdict ordering the seizure of the group's funds.
'Freedom of Speech is Only for Leftists'
Friend of leftist teacher Adam Verete: He did what he should have done - but I wouldn't hire a teacher from Judea and Samaria.
Livni Receives Compliments from Saudi Official
"I understand why you're Israel's negotiator," former head of Saudi intelligence tells Justice Minister at Munich conference.
Syrian Jihadists Claim Lebanon Bombing
Al-Nusra Front in Lebanon claims responsibility for Saturday’s suicide car bombing in Hezbollah stronghold.
Iran Receives First Installment of Frozen Assets
Iran has received the first installment of $4.2 billion in frozen assets as part of the nuclear deal struck in November.
European Banks Boycott Israeli Banks
Two of the largest banks in northern Europe announce they will boycott Israeli banks because they operate in “occupied territories”.
Iran Intends to Invite Abbas to Tehran
“Peace partner” Abbas to be invited to visit Iran, whose leaders calls for Israel's destruction.
Iran Accuses Obama of ‘Falsifying History’
Iran dismisses Obama's claim that international sanctions forced Tehran to the negotiating table.
Croatia Investigates Alleged Nazi Guard
Croatian prosecutors open a war crimes investigation against 90-year-old suspected of having been a guard in several Nazi camps.
Tunisian Minister Resigns Over Trip to Israel
A trip to Israel in 2006 forced Tunisia’s new Tourism Minister to resign just hours after she was sworn in.
WJC Head: Germany Needs Law for Nazi-Looted Art
Germany must introduce a law specifically aimed at facilitating the return of Nazi-looted art, says Ronald Lauder.
Peres: It's Time for Historic Decisions
President Shimon Peres meets Quartet envoy Tony Blair, says now is the time for the "two-state solution."
IAF Aircraft Hit Terror Targets in Gaza
IAF aircraft hit several terror-related sites in Gaza, hours after a rocket attack targeting the city of Netivot.
U.S. to Seek Death Penalty for Boston Bomber
Attorney General Eric Holder says the United States will seek death penalty for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev if he is convicted.
U.S. Wants Peace by End of 2014, Says Indyk
Kerry's "framework" will include a Palestinian state and will leave 80% of "settlers" in their homes, say Jewish leaders who met Indyk.
Arab Terrorist 'Wanted to Hurt Jews'
Palestinian Arab terrorist breaks through a barrier near Hevron, tells security forces he wanted “to hurt Jews.”
U.S. Warns Against Syria's Biological Weapons
The Syrian regime may now have the ability to produce biological weapons, warns James Clapper.
Egypt Kills Member of Al-Qaeda Inspired Group
Egyptian military kills eight terrorists in the Sinai, including a senior member of Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis.
SodaStream Wins Battle Against French Boycott
Israeli drink manufacturer SodaStream has won a legal battle in France against an organization seeking to boycott it.
Bennett: I Will Continue to Tell the Truth
Hours after apologizing to Netanyahu, Bennett thanks his supporters on Facebook.
Danon: Kerry's Peace Plan Won't Happen
Deputy Defense Minister says Kerry's plan, as outlined in the New York Times, is "dangerous and detached from reality."
Israel's UN Envoy: Time to End the Incitement
Ambassador Ron Prosor warns: Any country that does not work to stop the incitement now paves the way for the horrors to come.
Lapid: If Talks Fail, Economy Will be Hurt
Finance Minister dismisses nationalists' warnings against a Palestinian state as "unfounded prophecies of doom."
'Bennett's Dismissal Letter Was Ready to be Sent'
Officials close to PM Netanyahu satisfied that the ultimatum to Bennett worked “faster than they could have imagined”.
Stabbing Attack Foiled in Eastern Jerusalem
Female Arab terrorist tries to stab Border Police officer in Issawiya and is stopped before succeeding.
Khamenei Warns U.S.: Show Self-Restraint
Iran’s Supreme Leader responds to Kerry, suggests that the Americans “exercise self-restraint” and not attack his country.
Morsi Strikes Defiant Tone as Another Trial Begins
"I am the president of the republic," shouts ousted Egyptian president as he faces trial over his escape from prison in 2011.
Obama: I'll Veto New Iran Sanctions
Obama reiterates that he will veto a new Iran sanctions bill which "threatens to derail" the negotiations on its nuclear program.
Public Most Satisfied with Education Minister
Education Minister Shai Piron is the minister with whose performance the Israeli public is most satisfied, finds new poll.
Meretz Head: Netanyahu Should Dump Bennett
MK Zehava Galon blasts Netanyahu for failing to reprimand Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett, brands Netanyahu a "coward."
Top Egyptian General Assassinated
Egyptian police general assassinated in an attack claimed by the Al-Qaeda inspired group Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis.
'Peace Partner' Rajoub: Resistance will Continue
Fatah member Jibril Rajoub visits Iran, vows to continue the resistance until a Palestinian state is established.
Hamas to Egypt: Stop the Lies
Hamas denies any connection to Sinai terrorism, calls on Cairo to stop the "lies."
Confirmed: Al-Shabaab Leader Killed
Somali officials confirm that an American missile strike in southern Somalia killed a senior Al-Shabaab commander.
NSA Used 'Angry Birds' to Spy on Users
New Snowden documents reveal: Spy agencies used "leaky" smartphone apps to collect information.
