Poll: Israelis Want Rivlin as President
Most Israelis would like to see MK Reuven Rivlin as Israel’s next president, finds new poll.
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Germany: No Settlements in Cooperation Agreements
Germany toughens its stance on "settlements", won't sponsor projects beyond the 1949 Armistice Lines.
Egypt's Interim PM Backs Sisi for President
Sisi "is a candidate who we can count on," says Egypt’s interim Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi.
Rouhani: Israel Will be Sorry if It Attacks Iran
If Israel attacks Iran's nuclear facilities, "our response will make them rue the day," says Iranian President in CNN interview.
Member of Al-Qaeda Affiliate Killed in Lebanon
Lebanese army kills member of the Abdullah Azzam Brigades during a chase in Bekaa.
Abbas Wants Greater Russian Role in Peace Talks
Abbas, on a visit to Moscow, hails Russia's successes in the Middle East, asks it to play role in Israel-PA peace talks.
Kerry: Military Option in Iran Still On
If Iran doesn't live up to its part of the nuclear deal, the United States will "do what it would have to do," says Kerry.
Egyptian: We Should Teach Hamas a Lesson
Egypt should learn from Israel and “teach Hamas a lesson” until they learn to "respect the Egyptian shoe," says local journalist.
Sources: Talks with Iran on to Start in February
Obama administration expects negotiations on a final agreement with Iran to begin by mid-February, say congressional aides.
Video: Lebanese Baby 'Joins' Hezbollah
Hezbollah television shows baby wearing a Hezbollah uniform, boasts he will "join the resistance."
McCain: Obama is Worse than Carter
Senator McCain blasts Obama over Syria. "I thought Jimmy Carter was bad, but he pales in comparison to this president."
Ya'alon: Home Front Defense a Waste of Money
Ongoing dispute between Ya’alon and Erdan continues, as Ya'alon says Erdan's ministry is redundant.
Zarif: We Didn’t Agree to Dismantle Anything
Iranian Foreign Minister says the United States is falsely portraying the interim deal as a dismantling of Iran's nuclear program.
Syrian Government, Opposition Exchange Accusations
First day of peace talks between the Syrian government and the opposition characterized by bitter accusations.
Abbas Not Ruling Out Speaking in the Knesset
PA Chairman tells Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) that he is willing to meet Netanyahu "anytime."
Rouhani: We Can be Friends with the Americans
Iranian President says the enmity with the United States can turn into friendship if both sides make an effort.
Feiglin: When I am PM, Tibi Will be in Jail
MK Feiglin confronts MK Tibi over his outburst during the Canadian Prime Minister's speech.
PA Minister: Jihad Should be Directed at Jerusalem
"Jerusalem is still waiting" for jihadists, says PA minister in televised address.
Tibi: Israel is a 'Selective Democracy'
MK Ahmed Tibi says he walked out during Canadian PM's speech because he was "biased" in favor of Israeli "occupation."
U.S., UN Horrified by Evidence of Syria War Crimes
Photos which show that Syrian government officials committed war crimes are 'horrible to look at,' says State Dept. Spokeswoman.
Hungarian Jews a Boycott of Holocaust Memorials
Jewish leaders in Hungary the government is whitewashing the country's role in the deportation of Jews to Nazi camps.
Erekat Fumes Over Latest Construction Approval
New construction in Givat Ze'ev proves Israel doesn't want peace, claims chief PA negotiator.
MK: Fire Bennett for Comments on Palestinian State
MK Nitzan Horowitz slams Minister Naftali Bennett for saying that a Palestinian state would crush the Israeli economy.
Syria's FM: Assad's Future a 'Red Line'
"Nobody can touch the presidency," declares Syrian Foreign Minister as he arrives for "Geneva II" talks.
UNESCO Delays Jewish Exhibit Until June
UNESCO says it is delaying for five months the exhibit it postponed last week after objections from Arab countries.
IDF Eliminates Gaza Terrorist
In joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a Gaza terrorist who was involved in rocket attacks on Israel is eliminated.
Canadian PM Shows Musical Talent
Prime Minister Netanyahu hosts Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper for dinner, thanks him for telling the truth at the Knesset.
Syrian Opposition Group Rejects Talks, Quits Bloc
Syrian National Council quits the Syrian National Coalition in protest over its attendance at the Geneva II talks.
Zoopla Ends Sponsorship of West Bromwich Albion
Zoopla, co-owned by a Jewish businessman, won't renew contract with West Bromwich following Anelka's anti-Semitic gesture.
Auschwitz Museum Launches Programs in Farsi
Auschwitz museum launches online Holocaust awareness programs in Arabic and Farsi.
Former Canadian Minister 'Shocked' on Temple Mount
Stockwell Day, a former Canadian minister who visited the Temple Mount, was shocked to see the discrimination towards Jews.
Report: Sisi Preparing Electoral Agenda
Egypt’s army chief is reportedly preparing the electoral agenda he will present when announcing his candidacy for the presidency.
U.S. Welcomes Decision to Disinvite Iran
State Department hopes "all parties can now return to focus on the task at hand" after UN's Ban cancels Iran's invitation to Geneva II.
Abbas to Harper: No Israelis in 'Palestine'
PA Chairman meets Canadian Prime Minister, reiterates that there will be no official Israeli presence in the future Palestinian state.
New Evidence Shows Assad's Gruesome War Crimes
A new report offers photographic evidence that Syrian government officials committed systematic torture and killing.
UN Cancels Iran's Invite to Syria Peace Talks
UN head withdraws offer for Iran to attend Geneva 2 after Tehran refuses to support a June 2012 political transition deal.
Gaza Terrorists Fire 3 Rockets at Southern Israel
Three rockets fired by Gaza-based terrorists hit open regions in the Eshkol Regional Council, causing no injuries or damages.
Iran Invited to Geneva, Syrian Opposition Fumes
Syria's opposition threatens to withdraw from planned peace talks in Geneva after UN's Ban invites Iran.
Terrorists Threaten Sochi Games
Islamist terrorists threaten "present from the Muslims" for Russia during the Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Abbas: There's No Progress, It's Israel's Fault
Abbas says that the PA has gotten nothing out of peace negotiations with Israel, blames "the Israeli side."
