Sudan: We Have No Connection to Caught Ship
Sudan says it has "nothing to do" with the Klos C ship, which Israel intercepted in the Red Sea.
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Syria to Miss Another Deadline
Sources at the OPCW predict that Damascus will miss March 15 deadline to destroy 12 declared production facilities.
Abbas Aide: Extending Talks is Pointless
Former PA negotiator Mohammed Shtayyah says that the gaps between Israeli and PA negotiators only have widened in seven months of talks.
Iran's FM Links Weapons Ship to AIPAC Conference
The Klos C ship was "captured just in time" for the annual AIPAC conference, says Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Ukraine Asks Interpol to Arrest Yanukovych
Interpol studying a request by Ukrainian authorities to issue an international wanted persons alert for the arrest of ousted president.
Zaken Won't Testify Against Olmert
Prosecution stops talks with Shula Zaken's attorneys, cite lack of supporting evidence in her new testimony.
Clinton Compares Putin to Hitler, Then Denies It
Hillary Clinton says Russia's deployment of troops into Crimea recalls similar moves by Hitler.
March 'Critical' for Syria Chemical Operation
March will be a "critical" month for the operation to remove Syria's chemical weapons, says UN official tasked with overseeing the mission.
Egypt Deports Nobel Winner who Tried to Enter Gaza
Egypt detains and deports Nobel Laureate and anti-Israel activist Mairead Maguire, who tried to enter Gaza through Rafiah.
Report: Obama and Kerry At Odds Over Israel
Kerry reportedly upset over Obama's comments in interview with Jeffrey Goldberg, thinks they were too critical of Netanyahu.
PA Complains to UN Over Temple Mount
PA’s observer in the UN calls on the UN Security Council to prevent Israel’s “illegal activities” at the Temple Mount.
Iran, Hamas Deny Connection to Weapons Ship
Claims of seizing a shipment of weapons meant for Gaza a "Zionist fabrication", charges Hamas.
Former Ambassador: Putin is Taking Obama Seriously
Former Israeli ambassador to Russia tells Arutz Sheva: Believe it or not, but Putin is taking Obama's threats seriously.
'Raid on Ship an Achievement for Intelligence'
Amos Yadlin, former military intelligence chief, praises IDF for its success in intercepting the shipment of Iranian weapons to Gaza.
Israel a 'Major Strategic Partner' of the U.S.
House of Representatives approves with an overwhelming majority the United States-Israel Strategic Partnership Act.
Ariel to Arab MKs: We're Doing Fine Without You
Housing Minister has exchange of words with Arab MKs who heckle him during a heated debate on the Western Wall.
Gaza Terrorists Fire Rocket at Sderot
Rocket fired at the southern Israeli city of Sderot explodes in an open field, causing no physical injuries or damages.
'We Won't be Able to Ban Facebook Forever'
Iran’s Culture Minister admits his country will not be able to forever ban popular websites.
BDS Unfazed by Netanyahu's Criticism
BDS spokeswoman dismisses PM's criticism of the movement as a "desperate attack", says governments are "taking action" against Israel.
Hezbollah Blamed for Deadly Bombing in Bahrain
Chief of Dubai Police says a Hezbollah-trained terrorist carried out a bomb attack that killed 3 officers in Bahrain.
Belgian Soccer Player Suspended Over 'Quenelle'
Belgian player Omar Rahou banned for 10 games for using the "quenelle".
Herzog: I Doubt Netanyahu Will Lead Us to Peace
Opposition leader says he agrees with Netanyahu’s demands for security, but doubts Netanyahu can lead Israel to peace.
Former Head of Rebels Injured in Car Accident
Riad al-Asaad, former head of the rebel Free Syrian Army, injured in accident outside Istanbul.
Abbas Spokesman: Speech Offered Nothing New
"Netanyahu's continued demand to recognize Israel as a Jewish state is aimed at wasting time," declares Nabil Abu Rudeineh.
Obama Promised Netanyahu to Pressure Abbas
Obama committed to Prime Minister Netanyahu that the Palestinians are not "going to get a pass", reveals American official.
Russia Test Fires Advanced Ballistic Missile
Amid Ukraine tension, Russia carries out a successful test-launch of an RS-12M Topol ballistic missile.
Wanted Hamas Terrorist Arrested in Hevron
Ayub al-Qawasmi, a senior Hamas terrorist who had been wanted for years, nabbed weeks after being released by PA security forces.
Egypt Policemen Given 10 Years for Killing Blogger
Two Egyptian policemen given 10 years in jail for the killing of a blogger whose death rallied protesters in the 2011 revolt.
IAEA: Iran Complying with Deal
Iran is reducing its most proliferation-prone nuclear stockpile, but much work remains to be done, said IAEA head Yukiya Amano.
Film About Oldest Holocaust Survivor Wins Oscar
"The Lady in Number 6", about Holocaust survivor Alice Herz-Sommer, wins Oscar one week after she passes away at 110.
U.S. Suspends Joint Military Drills with Russia
In response to Ukraine crisis, Pentagon announces suspension of all military engagements with Russia.
Syria: Israel Sending Fighters to Help Rebels
Assad's adviser claims that Israel is sending fighters and officers to help the rebels fighting to oust Assad.
U.S. Preparing Sanctions Against Russians
Senate's Foreign Relations Committee holding consultations on imposing sanctions against individual Russians.
Abbas: Freeze Construction or Else...
PA Chairman threatens to end peace talks and turn to international institutions unless Israel freezes construction in Judea and Samaria.
Cameron to Address the Knesset Next Week
British Prime Minister will speak before the Knesset on March 12, in a visit that was scheduled for last month and postponed.
Israelis En Route to India Land in Tehran
20 Israelis who fly to India with Turkish Airlines find themselves in Tehran, where the plane landed to treat a heart patient.
Crimea Synagogue Vandalized Amid Ukraine Unrest
Swastikas and graffiti sprayed on a synagogue in Crimea, local rabbi advises worshippers to stay away from the site,
Angry Protesters Storm Libyan Parliament
Two members of Libya's interim parliament shot and wounded by protesters who storm the parliament building in Tripoli.
Rouhani: No Evidence We Seek Nuclear Weapons
Iran’s President says that the UN's atomic watchdog has found no evidence of military objectives in Iran's nuclear drive.
South Africa Endorses Israel Apartheid Week
"Palestinians are the victims and the oppressed," claims South Africa's ruling African National Congress.
