Kerry: Evictions of Jews May Not be Required
U.S. Secretary of State hints that Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria may not be evicted from their homes in a future peace agreement.
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Hadassah Doctors to Return to Work
Court approves renewal of Hadassah doctors' malpractice insurance, paves the way for end of strike.
Approved: Criminal Sanctions for Hareidi Dodgers
Shaked Committee approves criminal sanctions on hareidim who evade army service. MK Yogev demands a re-vote.
Hungarian Jews Seek Return of Looted Scrolls
Hungarian Jewish leaders talking with Russia over the return of a collection of religious items looted by the Red Army.
Israel to Chair Elections for Human Rights C'tee
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations unanimously nominated to chair the elections for the UN Human Rights Committee.
Turkish President Signs Internet Censorship Law
Despite protests, Turkey's president Abdullah Gul signs law that tightens controls over web use.
UN's Falk Accuses Israel of 'Inhuman Acts'
In his final report before stepping down as a human rights expert, Richard Falk calls on the UN to back a “legitimacy war” against Israel.
'Settlements Are Destructive', Abbas Says
After he blasts "settlements" as destructive, PA Chairman calls for "peaceful solution" to conflict.
Strike at Hadassah Hospital Ends
Hadassah management and employees reach interim agreement. Employees will return to work on Wednesday morning.
Heads of NGO Monitor Visit EU Parliament
Heads of NGO Monitor present new report on EU funding for anti-Israel organizations ahead of high-level meetings in Brussels.
EC President to Protect Jews' Rights
Jose Manuel Barroso, the president of the European Commission (EC), meets European rabbis in wake of latest anti-Semitism.
14 Dead as Ukraine Protests Turn Violent
Riot police in the Ukraine advance onto a central Kiev square occupied by protesters, after at least 14 die in a bloody day.
Sinai Jihadists Promise More Attacks
Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis says bus that exploded in Taba was "headed toward the Zionists", promises to continue its war against Egypt.
Labor Party Endorses Ben-Eliezer for President
Labor party officially endorses MK Binyamin Ben-Eliezer as its candidate for president.
EU Gives OPCW Money to Destroy Syria's Chemicals
EU signs over 12 million euros to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).
Peres: Abbas is Serious About Peace
President Shimon Peres hails Abbas's comments on "refugees", tells Peruvian counterpart: We want to achieve peace with our neighbors.
Official: Iran Talks May Not Succeed
Senior United States official says talks between Iran and the P5+1 on a long-term deal will be long with no guarantee of success.
Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Paris, Discuss Peace
PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas will meet Secretary of State John Kerry in Paris Wednesday to discuss peace talks with Israel.
Shas Quits Shaked Committee Over Sanctions
Shas resigns from the committee working on the new draft law, cites disagreements regarding sanctions on hareidi draft evaders.
Netanyahu: Delegitimize the Delegitimizers
Those who call for boycotts of the Jewish state are "classical anti-Semites in modern garb," says PM Netanyahu.
Egyptian Play Blames Mossad for Arab Spring
Anti-Semitic play which aired on Egyptian television shows "hareidi Mossad agents" preparing "to control the whole world".
Itzik Collecting Signatures for Presidential Bid
Former Knesset Speaker Dalia Itzik has begun to collect signatures from MKs for her bid to be Israel's next president.
Free Syrian Army Fires its Chief
Rebel Free Syrian Army dismisses Selim Idriss as its military chief, cites difficulties faced by the Syrian revolution".
Two Dead in Akko Gas Tank Explosion
Two killed and ten others injured in an explosion in a residential building in Akko.
Saudi Arabia Gets First Female Newspaper Editor
The English-language Saudi Gazette appoints woman as its editor, a step forward in a country where women are repressed.
Hamas Blasts Abbas Over Meeting with Israelis
Meetings with Israelis reflect a "normalization of ties", says Hamas after PA Chairman meets Israeli students.
Al-Qaeda Linked Group Claims Taba Attack
"We will continue to harm Egypt", declares Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis terror group.
Minister: British Nationals in Syria a 'Concern'
British immigration minister James Brokenshire says individuals who trained and fought in Syria are "a big problem".
Nasrallah: Israel Benefits from Lebanon Turmoil
Hezbollah chief claims Israel and the United States infiltrated the groups that are attacking Hezbollah's strongholds.
Hamas: We Will Treat NATO Forces as 'Occupiers'
Hamas spokesman rejects Abbas's suggestion that NATO be deployed in the future Palestinian state.
WJC Says Hungary is Falsifying History
World Jewish Congress president supports decision of Hungary's Jews to boycott events marking the 70th anniversary of deportations.
Obama Pledges More Aid to Jordan
Obama pledges to provide Jordan with more aid as it copes with a flood of Syrian refugees.
Egypt Creating Buffer Zone Along Gaza Border
Egypt continues its crackdown on Gaza’s Hamas rulers, destroys 10 smuggling tunnels.
Akunis: '67 Borders' Like Jumping Off a Skyscraper
An Israeli withdrawal to the pre-1967 borders is equivalent to suicide, says Likud Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis.
Hezbollah, Sunnis Part of New Lebanon Government
Lebanese Prime Minister Tammam Salam unveils new government, capping 10 months of political wrangling.
Steinitz: Jewish Home Was Wrong on Schulz
Strategic Affairs Minister says Jewish Home response to Martin Schulz's speech was "disproportionate".
Iranian TV Mocks Obama Over Sanctions Threat
Iranian host not threatened by Obama's declaration that he will come down on sanctions violators “like a ton of bricks”.
Hamas to UN: Your Textbooks Are 'Too Peaceful'
In its latest spat with UNRWA, Hamas blasts UN agency for using books that focus too heavily on "peaceful" conflict resolution.
Hezbollah Cancels Annual Rally for Dead Leaders
Hezbollah terror group holding off on its annual rally to mark the deaths of three of its senior commanders, including Imad Mughniyeh.
Putin Backs Sisi's Presidential Bid
Russian President endorses Egyptian army chief's presidential bid, sparking outrage from the United States.
