Israel Guilty of 'Apartheid', Says Falk
In his final report to the UN, “human rights expert” Richard Falk accuses Israel of a "systematic oppression of the Palestinian people".
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Norway Faces Danger from Syrian Jihadists
Norway’s intelligence agency says it fears an increased “terrorist threat” due to Norwegian nationals fighting in Syria.
Saudi Schools Ban Females Who Don't Wear Veil
Education departments in Saudi Arabia ban females who do not wear a face veil from entering girls’ schools.
Ukraine Synagogue Firebombed Amid Protests
The Giymat Rosa Synagogue in Zaporizhia, southeast of Kiev, was attacked by unknown individuals over the weekend.
German FM: 'Settlements' Are Disruptive
Ahead of visit to Israel, Germany's Foreign Minister says communities in Judea and Samaria are "obstacles to peace."
Merkel Repeats Call for 'Two-State Solution'
"Part and parcel of the secure future for the State of Israel is the two-state solution," says German Chancellor upon arriving in Israel.
Israel Hits Hezbollah Post in Lebanon
Israeli planes launch two air raids against a Hezbollah post on the border between Lebanon and Syria.
Rice Doesn't Regret Benghazi Comments
National Security Advisor has no regrets about characterizing the Benghazi attack as a "spontaneous response" to an anti-Islam video.
Morsi Accused of Leaking Secrets to Iran
Prosecutors accused Egypt's ousted president of leaking state secrets to Iran's Revolutionary Guards as part of a plot to destabilize Egypt.
Rouhani: Iran Determined to Reach Deal with West
Iran’s President says Tehran is determined to reach a “comprehensive and final” agreement with the six major world powers.
Oldest Known Holocaust Survivor Dies at 110
Alice Herz-Sommer, a survivor of Theresienstadt and subject of an Oscar-nominated documentary, dies in London.
Bin Laden's Associate Killed by Syrian Jihadists
Syrian rebel commander who fought alongside Al-Qaeda founder killed by members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS).
Abdullah: Jordan is Jordan, Palestine is Palestine
Jordan’s King Abdullah II rejects the notion that his country is an "alternative homeland" for Palestinian Arabs.
Akunis: Peace is Foreign to the Palestinians
Deputy Minister warns against construction freeze, says that PA's rejection of Kerry's framework proves it doesn't want peace.
Russia Recalls Ukrainian Ambassador Amid Unrest
Russia calls its ambassador to Ukraine back to Moscow for "consultations", cites "escalation of the situation."
Soldiers Catch Arabs with Bombs
Alert IDF soldiers catch six pipe bombs in the possession of two Palestinian Arabs in the Shomron.
Syrian Opposition Thanks Netanyahu
Netanyahu's public support for wounded Syrians sends an important message, opposition leader tells Israeli radio.
Jihadist Group Claims Latest Lebanon Bombing
Nusra Front claims responsibility for suicide car bombing in Hermel, which killed three soldiers.
WhatsApp Goes Down for 2 Hours
Three days after being purchased by Facebook, WhatsApp's users were unable to access the service for several hours on Saturday.
Sherman to Israel: Don't Make Iran Talks Harder
The United States hopes no one will interfere with the talks with Iran, says chief American negotiator as she arrives in Jerusalem.
Tymoshenko Greeted by Thousands in Central Kiev
Freed former Ukrainian Prime Minister hails protesters as "heroes" after President Viktor Yanukovych flees Kiev.
Syrian Kurds Capture Town from Islamists
Kurdish group captures Tal Brak after fighting jihadists from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
Hezbollah TV: Hollywood Helps Jews Take Over U.S.
Hollywood was a Jewish invention, the goals of which were "to take over the greatest superpower in the world," claims Al-Manar TV.
Jihadists Tell Women: Cover Your Faces or Else
Islamist rebels in eastern Syria order women to put on the Islamic veil, warn against defying the order.
Iran Adhering to Interim Deal, Says IAEA Report
Iran is sticking to a six-month nuclear freeze, says the UN atomic agency in a new report.
Ashrawi: Israel is Sabotaging Peace Efforts
Israel is "willfully sabotaging" Kerry's peace efforts, Hanan Ashrawi tells visiting J Street delegation.
Bulgaria Identifies Third Suspect in Burgas Attack
Bulgaria says it has identified another suspect in the attack that killed five Israelis in Burgas.
Germany Arrests Three Suspected Auschwitz Guards
Three men aged 88, 92 and 94 detained by German authorities on suspicion of being guards at Auschwitz.
Peres Hails Kerry's Peace Efforts
Secretary of State Kerry "is doing an amazing job" mediating peace efforts, Peres tells Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.
Kerry and Abbas Talks were 'Constructive'
Kerry and PA chairman "continue their constructive conversations on a framework", says American official.
Opposition: Netanyahu is Ruled by 'Extremists'
Opposition slams Netanyahu, after 21 MKs send him a letter clarifying that a construction freeze is out of the question.
Bar Ilan U. to Dedicate Room for Muslim Prayers
Following request from Muslim student, Bar Ilan University's administration agrees to set aside one room for Muslim prayers.
Rouhani: Jerusalem Should be Liberated from Israel
Jerusalem should “be liberated from the yoke of Israel,” says Rouhani at meeting with the speaker of the PA parliament.
Tunisian Pardoned Over Caricatures of Mohammed
Tunisian jailed since 2012 for posting caricatures of the prophet Mohammed online receives a pardon.
Talks on Final Iran Deal Progressing
Nuclear talks between Iran and six powers make modest progress, as Washington says they were "constructive and useful."
Obama and Erdogan Discuss Normalization
U.S. President Barack Obama and Turkish PM Erdogan discuss "the importance" of Turkey and Israel normalizing their relations.
Israel's UN Envoy: Lift the Mask Off Iran
The Iranian regime smiles when it meets with the West, but is in fact a murderous and cruel regime, says ambassador Ron Prosor.
State Department Takes Issue with Erekat
United States expresses concern over comments against Israel by chief PA negotiator, says they are "unhelpful".
Peres Rejects Initiative to Extend His Term
President Shimon Peres says he is determined to end his term in July, as scheduled according to the law.
Facebook Pays More than $16 Billion for WhatsApp
In biggest acquisition yet, Facebook purchases fast-growing mobile messaging service WhatsApp.
