Iran to Keep Talking to West Despite Blacklist
Iran's Foreign Minister says talks with world powers will continue, despite an American blacklist of companies that violated sanctions.
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Yaalon Helps Woman in Jerusalem
A woman whose car was stuck on one of Jerusalem’s snow-covered streets was helped by none other than Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.
Rice Hosts Israeli Delegation for Talks on Iran
White House says that Obama's national security adviser hosted meetings with Israeli officials to talk about the deal with Iran.
Report: Likud Officials Fed Up with Lapid
Senior Likud members are fed up with the behavior of Yesh Atid and are hinting that there will be changes in the coalition if this keeps up.
MK Ohayon: Haifa U's Conduct is Inappropriate
MK Ohayon to demand urgent discussion over Haifa U's refusal to grant doctorate to Professor Aumann for political reasons.
Lebanese Soldier Opens Fire at IDF Soldiers
A soldier from the Lebanese army opens fire at an IDF force near Israel's northern border with Lebanon.
Tunisian Parties Choose Interim Leader
Tunisia's political parties choose Industry Minister Mehdi Jomaa to head an interim government of independent figures.
Peres on Storm: We Also Have What to be Proud Of
President Shimon Peres highlights the "positive" aspect of the snowstorm: the fact that Israelis went all out to help one another.
France Pessimistic About Syria Peace Talks
French FM says the moderate Syrian opposition is in "serious difficulty", putting peace talks aimed at ending the crisis in trouble.
Date Announced for Egypt Referendum
A referendum on Egypt's draft constitution will be held on January 14-15, says interim President Adly Mansour.
Israel to Allow Diesel into Gaza
Israel will allow the import of 450,000 liters of industrial diesel to Gaza, which was hard hit by the weekend's storm.
18,000 Homes in Israel Still Without Power
IEC says 18,000 households remain without power as of Saturday night, including 9,000 customers in Jerusalem.
Washington Blacklists Companies That Helped Iran
Washington blacklists a dozen overseas companies and individuals for evading sanctions on Iran.
Hagel: We Still Support 'Moderate' Rebels
Hagel says his country will withhold non-lethal assistance to the rebels until it can assess who is in control of arms depots.
North Korea Executes 'Traitor' Uncle of Leader
North Korea executes the uncle of leader Kim Jong-Un, describes him as "despicable human scum".
UN Confirms Chemical Weapons Used in Syria
Final report by UN inspectors confirms that chemical weapons have been used at least five times during the Syrian conflict.
Abbas Rejects Israeli Presence in Jordan Valley
PA Chairman declares that if Israel insists on maintaining security presence in the Jordan Valley, there will not be a peace agreement.
Lapid: Anyone Who Helps Me is My 'Brother'
Finance Minister addresses recent tensions with Bennett, says that anyone who helps him improve life for the middle class is an ally.
Report: A-G Won't Appeal Liberman Verdict
Officials recommend that Attorney General Weinstein not appeal Foreign Minister's recent acquittal.
Barkat Asks IDF and Police to Help Drivers
Jerusalem Mayor enlists IDF and police to help out the many drivers and cars that have been stranded due to the snow.
Regev: Talks on Prawer Plan Will Continue
MK Miri Regev says that the discussions over the Bedouin land plan will continue, despite claims that it is being shelved.
UN Offices in Yemen's Capital to Close Thursday
A warning of a possible attack in the part of Sanaa where UN offices are located prompts an order for staff to stay home.
Biden: Administration Working to Help Survivors
VP Joe Biden says the Obama administration is working to assist Holocaust survivors, many of whom live in poverty.
Two Saudi Women Detained for Driving
Saudi activists say that police have detained two women in Riyadh caught breaking an official ban on females driving.
Fischer to be Vice Chairman of Federal Reserve?
Former Bank of Israel Governor is leading candidate to become vice chairman of the Federal Reserve, say American sources.
Israel Complains to Dutch Ambassador Over Boycott
Foreign Ministry files a complaint with ambassador after Dutch water company cuts ties with its Israeli counterpart.
Senators Demanding Answers on Secret Iran Talks
Lawmakers are raising questions about the secret U.S. diplomacy with Iran that led to last month's nuclear breakthrough.
Jordan: Violence Against Israel Not Terrorism
Jordan’s Islamist-dominated parliament adopts a bill which stipulates that violence against Israel will not be a terrorist act.
Lapid: Don't Mess With the Ethiopian MKs
Yesh Atid head criticizes and threatens Magen David Adom for refusing to let an Ethiopian MK from his party donate blood.
OPCW Head: Israel Should Renounce Chemical Weapons
Head of Nobel winner OPCW says Israel should join the Chemical Weapons Convention, just like Syria did.
Senate to Wait on New Iran Sanctions
A victory for Obama? Senate Banking Committee announces it will hold off on passing a new Iran sanctions bill.
MK Chetboun: Why Are Students Meeting Abbas?
MK criticizes Student Union for planning to go to Ramallah. "Even the President of Guatemala isn't meeting Abbas," he notes.
Iran: Progress Made in Talks On Deal
Iranian officials say that progress has been achieved in expert-level talks over the implementation of a landmark nuclear deal.
PLO: Stop Production of Series in E. Jerusalem
PLO calls to halt production of a drama series to be filmed in eastern Jerusalem, says allowing it will "legitimize the occupation."
Rev. Guards Chief Has Harsh Words for FM Zarif
The head of the Revolutionary Guards slams Foreign Minister Zarif, who said a U.S. attack could paralyze Iran.
Republicans Slam Obama for Castro Handshake
"Neville Chamberlain shook hands with Hitler," notes John McCain after President Obama shakes hands with Cuban dictator.
Israeli Scientists Awarded Nobel Prize
Professors Arieh Warshel and Michael Levitt awarded the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in ceremony in Stockholm.
Kerry: We Promised No New Sanctions
United States Secretary of State appeals to lawmakers to "hold off" on new sanctions against Iran.
Muslim Brotherhood Leader Appears in Court
Mohammed Badie says his movement perpetrated no violence as he appears in court for the first time since his arrest.
Two Senators Preparing New Iran Sanctions
Democratic Senator Robert Menendez and Republican Senator Mark Kirk close to agreeing on new Iran sanctions, say aides.