Car Bomb Defused Near Egypt's Capital
Egyptian forces defuse a bomb placed in a car and primed to explode on a roadside near the capital Cairo.
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Abbas Phones Deri: We Want Peace
PA chairman phones Shas chairman, tells him he wants to advance peace process.
Lebanon to Place Tripoli Under Military Control
Lebanon decides to put the northern city of Tripoli under the command of the military in a bid to end sectarian clashes.
Rock-Throwing Terrorists Target Jerusalem Bus
Arabs hurl rocks at a bus in the Gilo neighborhood of Jerusalem. No injuries reported.
Officials: Olmert a 'Continuous Failure'
Officials close to Prime Minister Netanyahu hit back at former PM Ehud Olmert who said Netanyahu was "declaring war" on the U.S.
Mortar Shell Hits Damascus School
A mortar shell hits the French school in the Syrian capital, children in class miraculously escape without injuries.
Iran, World Powers May Meet Again Next Week
Iran and world powers are likely to meet next week to discuss implementation of Geneva deal, says Deputy Iranian FM.
PA Security Forces Arrest 20 Salafists
PA security forces arrest 20 Salafists, hours after Al-Qaeda-affiliated terror group announces presence in Judea and Samaria.
Egypt’s New Draft Constitution Approved
Egypt’s new draft constitution approved for a referendum. Elections to follow in mid-2014.
Israel Looking for Proof that Iran Violating Deal
The Sunday Times says that PM Netanyahu has ordered intelligence to find "the smoking gun" proving that Iran is breaking the deal it signed.
Demonstrators Target JNF Event in Toronto
Protesters slam "Israeli apartheid" outside JNF annual dinner in Toronto.
Herzog to Push Netanyahu to Make Concessions
"Abbas has a real desire to achieve peace," claims opposition leader after meeting PA chief in Ramallah.
Taxpayers Paying for Netanyahu's Pool
The Israeli taxpayer is paying too much for Netanyahu's official and private residences, shows expenditure report.
PA: Cancel Building Tenders Or Talks Over
PA claims Israel didn't really cancel construction tenders announced several weeks ago, threatens to end talks.
Netanyahu: I Will Not be Silent on Iran
PM responds to Olmert: "When I see that interests vital to the security of Israel's citizens are in danger, I will not be silent."
Hagel Concerned Over New Egypt Protest Law
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel phones his Egyptian counterpart, voices concerns about new law that curbs protests.
Washington Post Critical of Iran-West Deal
The deal with Iran "makes several major concessions to Tehran," warns the Washington Post.
U.S. to Destroy Syrian Chemical Weapons at Sea
The United States will destroy the most dangerous of Syria’s chemical weapon stockpile on a ship at sea, says OCPW.
Ban Concerned Over Tensions Between Israel and PA
UN chief says Israeli construction is "cause for very grave concern", says it risks collapse of peace talks.
Rouhani: We Won't Dismantle Nuclear Facilities
Iran's President declares that there is no way his country will dismantle its nuclear facilities in permanent deal.
Tibi: Liberman 'An Immigrant Who Stole Land'
MK Ahmed Tibi slams Foreign Minister, who said that Bedouin stole state land.
'Weakness Leads to Violence'
"If anyone thought the Palestinians’ aspirations end in Judea and Samaria, this was the promo," says Jewish Home after 'Day of Rage'.
Syria Jihadists Execute Members of Rival Faction
In the latest atrocity of the Syrian civil war, Al-Qaeda-linked rebels execute the commander of a rival rebel faction and six of his men.
Saudi Cleric: Driving Ban Protects Against Evil
The grand mufti of Saudi Arabia says the country's long-standing ban on women driving protects society from "evil".
Netanyahu: Iran is the Darkness, We're the Light
PM Netanyahu says Iran is “the greatest darkness” threatening the world, promises Israel will be the “light to the nations”.
Lebanon: Israel Launched a 'Cyberwar' Against Us
Lebanese parliamentary committee claims Israeli spying devices have infiltrated UNIFIL and army networks.
Leading Anti-Mubarak Activist Arrested in Egypt
Egyptian police arrest an activist who was active in the 2011 uprising against former President Hosni Mubarak.
Libya: At Least 40 Killed in Weapons Depot Blast
At least 40 people killed in an explosion at a weapons depot in Brak al-Shati in southern Libya.
Livni Encourages Students to Meet Abbas
Justice Minister says she supports the Israeli Student Union’s controversial plan to send a delegation to meet Abbas.
Peres to the Iranians: It's Up to You
President Shimon Peres tells the Mexican Senate that the success of the deal with Iran is up to the Iranian people.
Obama to Bibi: Don't be So Vocal About Iran Deal
Obama reportedly asked PM Netanyahu to "take a breather" from his criticism of the Iran deal, reports The Washington Post.
Deri: Let's All Buy 'Settlement' Products
“When they try to boycott us, we must be united" and buy products from Judea and Samaria, says Shas chairman.
Female Morsi Supporters Given Prison Sentence
Court in Egypt sentences 21 female supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi to 11 years in prison.
Granddaughter of Hamas PM Dies
The granddaughter of Hamas’s Gaza Prime Minister, who received medical treatment in Israel, has died.
Israel and U.S. to Hold Drill as Iran Deal Expires
Message to Iran: Israel and the U.S. will hold a joint military drill in six months, just as the interim agreement is due to expire.
Obama Calls Saudi King Amid Tense Relations
Saudi King receives a phone call from U.S. President Barack Obama, Iran deal likely discussed.
Assad's Government Agrees to Attend Geneva Talks
Syrian government will participate in Geneva peace talks but declares that Assad will not “hand over power.”
Peres in Mexico: Peace is Possible
"Peace is urgent but possible as well," says ever optimistic Israeli president during trip to Mexico.
Amidror: Obama's 'Threat' Becoming Less Credible
Israel’s former national security advisor criticizes Iran deal, says the world has allowed Iran to develop nuclear weapons.
EU Spokesman: Iran Deal Not Yet Implemented
Spokesman for Catherine Ashton clarifies that Iran's temporary rollback of its nuclear activities has not yet begun.
