Syria Death Toll Tops 130,000
More than 130,000 people have been killed since the beginning of the conflict in Syria, new tally finds.
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Cameron and Merkel to Push for Peace
British PM and German Chancellor will make separate visits to Israel in February, part of an international push for a peace agreement.
Livni: Negev and Galilee Better than 'Settlements'
"Isolated settlements" cause Israel to be boycotted, says chief Israeli negotiator.
Hamas PM: No One Can Call Us a Terror Organization
Ismail Haniyeh condemns Egypt's designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group.
Again: Sinai Terrorists Hit Gas Pipeline
Terrorists in Egypt's restive Sinai blow up a gas pipeline that feeds an industrial area in the region.
Gaza Terrorists Test Fire Long-Range Rockets
Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza test the long-range M-175 rocket, which can reach Tel Aviv.
Egypt to Arab Countries: Blacklist Brotherhood
Egypt, which has blacklisted the Muslim Brotherhood, urges other members of the Arab League to follow suit.
Khamenei Tops SWC List of 2013 Anti-Semites
Iran's Supreme Leader, Turkish PM Erdogan and Roger Waters among those named in 2013 “Top Ten Anti-Semitic and Anti-Israel List”.
NBA's Parker Apologizes for 'Reverse Nazi Salute'
"I will certainly never repeat" the anti-Semitic 'quenelle', says Tony Parker after being asked to apologize.
Rouhani Optimistic About Nuclear Talks
Talks between Iran and world powers could generate positive results "within two months", predicts Iran's president.
Israel Complains to UN Over Lebanon Attacks
Israel files a complaint with UN over recent terrorism from Lebanon. "We'll protect our citizens," says ambassador Ron Prosor.
Abbas: No Peace Until All Prisoners Are Released
PA chairman celebrates release of 26 terrorists, personally greets 18 of them who arrived in Ramallah.
Erekat: The Talks Have Failed, Let's Go to the UN
Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of destroying the peace talks, says the PA should seek statehood recognition at the UN.
Kerry 'Appreciates' Israel Releasing Terrorists
As Israel releases 26 terrorists, Secretary of State John Kerry "expresses his appreciation" for that decision.
Kerry 'Deceived Israel', Says Official
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has clarified to the Americans that no Israeli Arab terrorists will be released as a "gesture" to the PA.
Anti-Hezbollah Chants at Funeral of Fmr. Minister
"Hezbollah is the enemy of God," shout mourners during funeral of former minister Mohammed Shatah, who was killed in a car bomb.
MIT Head Rejects ASA's Boycott of Israel
"An academic boycott is antithetical to MIT values," says President Rafael Reif after ASA decides to boycott Israel.
Egypt's President: Elections Within 7 Months
Egypt's interim president, Adly Mansour, says the government is committed to holding elections within seven months.
Anelka: I'm Not an Anti-Semite
Soccer player who gave "reverse Nazi salute" denies that he is anti-Semitic, claims his gesture was "anti-establishment".
Gaza Power Plant Returns to Life
Gaza's power plant returns to life after Israel reopens Kerem Shalom. Israel, as usual, is blamed for the power plant shutting down.
Syria: We Want Iran in Geneva 2 Talks
Syria’s Foreign Minister clarifies that his country is committed to having its key regional ally Iran attend next month's peace conference.
Eldad: Treat the Temple Mount Like a Holy Site
Former MK slams government's conduct with respect to the Temple Mount, after secret report reveals serious Israeli failures since 1967.
Erekat Condemns Vote on Jordan Valley Annexation
Chief PA negotiator says Israel is "destroying peace" by approving a bill to annex the Jordan Valley.
Fogels' Son: Why Are they Releasing Murderers?
11-year-old Roi Fogel wants to know why the government is releasing terrorist murderers.
Student Killed, 101 Arrested in Egypt Clashes
Egypt continues its crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood which was designated as a terrorist organization.
Cabinet to Approve Benefits to Residents of South
Prime Minister Netanyahu to submit a 166 million shekel plan for economic benefits for Sderot and the area adjacent to Gaza.
PA Official Calls for 'Smart Resistance'
Nabil Shaath predicts that peace talks will fail, says the PA should then resort to pursuing statehood through the UN.
PLO to Hamas: Cut Ties with Muslim Brotherhood
Leaders in the PLO say Hamas should dissociate itself from the Muslim Brotherhood and confirm loyalty to "Palestine."
Kerem Shalom Crossing with Gaza to Re-open
Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon orders that the Kerem Shalom border crossing be re-opened as of Sunday morning.
Murderer of 16 Among Terrorists to be Freed
Israel Prison Service makes public the list of 26 terrorists who will be freed in the latest “gesture” to the Palestinian Authority.
Iraq Getting Help in Fighting Al-Qaeda
The United States has delivered dozens of missiles to Iraq to help combat Al-Qaeda, say officials in both countries.
Washington: Egypt Going 'Way Too Far'
U.S. official: Egypt’s latest crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood is a bit too much but we won’t take action.
Dr. Dore Gold to Become Adviser to Netanyahu
Dr. Dore Gold, formerly the Israeli ambassador to the UN, will serve as political adviser to PM Netanyahu, replacing Ron Dermer.
More Illegal Aliens Leaving Israel Voluntarily
Four times as many illegal infiltrators left Israel voluntarily in 2013 than in 2012, statistics show.
Iran Developing 'New Generation' of Centrifuges
Iran's nuclear chief boasts that there are currently 19,000 centrifuges in the country.
PA Will Continue to Investigate Arafat's Death
PA dismisses Russian report that Arafat died of natural causes, says it will continue to investigate his death.
Egypt: One Dead in Cairo Clashes
One person killed in Cairo, as authorities arrest dozens of Muslim Brotherhood members on terrorism charges.
EU Official Warns Israel Over Planned Construction
Israel should expect a "strong reaction" if it announces new construction in Judea and Samaria, says EU official.
Egypt’s Defense Minister Vows to Fight Terrorism
As terror attacks continue, General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi vows to fight terrorism and stabilize the deeply divided country.
Iranian Lawmakers Threaten to Increase Enrichment
Responding to American sanctions threats, Iranians draft bill that would increase uranium enrichment to a 60% level.
