Iranian MP Boasts of Hundreds of Troops in Syria
An Iranian parliamentarian has confirmed Iran's military presence in Syria.
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Report: Diplomats Participating in PA Incitement
EU diplomats have participated in the PA's popular resistance events, finds Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center.
Kenya Charges 4 in Connection with Nairobi Attack
Four Somalis charged with "supporting a terrorist group" in connection with the Westgate mall massacre.
Report: West to Offer Iran Cash Incentive
The British Times: West may offer Iran a cash windfall from its frozen oil revenues in exchange for progress in nuclear talks.
Kerry: Negotiations Are the Only Way
Amid reports that the U.S. intends to force a peace agreement, Kerry stresses the importance of negotiations.
Bayit Yehudi MK Complains Against Arab MK
MK Zevulun Kalfa files a complaint against MK Jamal Zahalka, who physically and verbally abused him during a stormy debate.
Statue of Hungary's Hitler Ally Causes Protests
Demonstrators stage rival rallies in Budapest, where a bust of Miklos Horthy, an ally of Adolf Hitler, was unveiled.
Egypt on High Alert for Morsi's Trial
Some 20,000 police officers and soldiers will be on hand as the trial of Egypt's ousted president begins on Monday.
Turkish President: Syria Could Become Afghanistan
Syria risks becoming "Afghanistan on the shores of the Mediterranean," warns President Abdullah Gul.
British Minister: Ban Muslim Face Veils in Courts
The Muslim face veils worn by women are a "peculiar costume in the 21st century," says Minister Kenneth Clarke.
Germany Finds 1,500 Paintings Stolen by Nazis
Nearly 1,500 priceless paintings that were stolen by the Nazis have been discovered in a flat in Munich.
Kerry Urges Egypt to End State of Emergency
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry urges Egypt's interim rulers not to extend the state of emergency when it ends later this month.
Opposition Demands Timeframe for Assad's Exit
Syrian National Coalition lists a timeframe for Assad to cede power as a condition to attend talks in Geneva.
Almagor: What About Helping Victims of Terror?
Head of the Almagor terror victims association responds to report that Haifa University's legal clinics assist terrorists.
PA Threatens Security Council Action
After Israel announces new construction in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem, PLO says it will go the UN Security Council.
eBay Removes Offensive Holocaust Memorabilia
Online auction site eBay was profiting from a trade in Holocaust memorabilia, discovers the British Daily Mail.
Panetta: We May Have to Use Force Against Iran
Former U.S. Secretary of Defense cautions the Obama administration this week about engaging in endless negotiations with Iran.
Egypt Warns Muslim Brotherhood Against Protests
Egypt says it will take any legal action to combat violence during protests against Morsi's trial.
Los Angeles Shooter May Face the Death Penalty
Man who shot a TSA worker dead charged with murder of a federal officer and commission of violence at an international airport.
IAEA Sees Change in Iranian Position
Head of UN’s atomic watchdog says that Iran's new leadership has indicated a willingness to address concerns about its nuclear program.
Bayit Yehudi: Steinitz Shouldn't Preach to Bennett
Bayit Yehudi responds to criticism by Likud minister who said that Bennett was privy to the decision to free terrorists.
Taliban Meets to Choose New Leader
Taliban's ruling council meets to choose a new leader after a U.S. drone killed the former leader Hakimullah Mehsud.
Israel Allows Hamas to Retrieve Terrorists' Bodies
In a "humanitarian gesture", Israel allowed Hamas to retrieve bodies of four terrorists killed on Thursday night.
Egypt Braces for More Protests
Muslim Brotherhood to begin fresh protests starting Friday, in preparation for the first court session in Morsi's trial.
Snowden Willing to Testify Over Merkel Tapping
NSA whistleblower reportedly indicates his willingness to testify over the U.S. wiretapping of German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Yaalon: Don't Sweep Iran Under the Rug
Israel must never underestimate its enemies and must not sweep the Iranian nuclear issue under the rug, says Defense Minister.
Biden to Senators: Hold Off on New Iran Sanctions
U.S. Vice President joins other top officials in a bid to persuade the Senate not to impose new sanctions on Iran.
What Happened to Iran's Supreme Leader?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not been seen in public for several weeks, leaving Iranians worried.
Boaz Albert Refuses House Arrest Away from Home
Boaz Albert from Yitzhar will remain in jail after refusing to house arrest in a community other than Yitzhar.
Netanyahu: Keep Up the Pressure on Iran
The only way to get Iran to abandon its nuclear program is to maintain the pressure on it, says Netanyahu.
PA Peace Negotiators Resign...Maybe
PA news agency reports that the team for negotiations with Israel has resigned, but senior official denies the report.
Saudis Pushing Resolution on Syria Violence
Saudi Arabia's UN resolution would condemn "violations of human rights" by Assad's government.
Peres Thanks Denmark for Saving Jews During WWII
President Shimon Peres hosts Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, who is on his first visit to Israel.
Obama Pushing to Hold Off on New Iran Sanctions
Top Obama administration officials have been pushing lawmakers to hold off on new sanctions over Iran's nuclear program.
Iran: We Never Stopped 20% Enrichment
Iran's nuclear chief, Ali Akbar Salehi, declares that Tehran has never stopped 20 percent uranium enrichment.
Assad: Western Backing of Rebels Must Stop
Foreign support for rebels must stop for peace to take place, Assad tells visiting UN envoy.
PA: Israel is Destroying the Peace Process
PA says Israel is “trying to wreck peace talks” with plans to build 1,500 new homes in Ramat Shlomo.
Egypt: Police Storm University
Egyptian police entered the Al-Azhar University in Cairo to confront Islamist protesters, following a request from its administration.
UN Ambassador Complains About Abbas's Incitement
In letter to Secretary General Ban, Ambassador Prosor points out condolence letter sent by Abbas to family of killed terrorist.
Ban: Releasing Murderers is Good, Building is Bad
UN chief condemns Israel for building, but welcomes its "gesture" of releasing murderers.
