Nitsan Keidar

Nitsan Keidar

News writer and diplomatic correspondent

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State Dept. says 'PA has no right to join the ICC'

Spokesperson condemns Abbas's unilateral move in meeting with International Criminal Court, but says Kerry 'still believes in progress.'

State Dept. says 'PA has no right to join the ICC'

Israel accepted to UN space committee

Israel admitted to UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space by a vote of 117 to 1, following intense diplomatic efforts.

Israel accepted to UN space committee

IDF prepares new war on terror in Judea

After Gush Etzion stabbing IDF and regional leaders hold situation appraisal, decide on new measures to fight terror 'more significantly.'

IDF prepares new war on terror in Judea

'Remember this next time UN condemns Israel'

Israeli envoy to UN blasts body's 'absurd' decision to elect 'Iran and North Korea ally,' Venezuela, to Human Rights Council.

'Remember this next time UN condemns Israel'

Abbas: Peace talks stalemate is Netanyahu's fault

PA chairman tells local council heads in the Galilee that it's Netanyahu's fault - not his - that peace talks are stuck.

Abbas: Peace talks stalemate is Netanyahu's fault

White House 'concerned' over eastern Jerusalem

White House spokesman objects to Netanyahu's reported plan to take away ID cards from Jerusalem Arabs.

White House 'concerned' over eastern Jerusalem

Hotovely: Palestinians promoting culture of death

Deputy Foreign Minister quotes poems taught to Palestinian children which glorify martyrs.

Hotovely: Palestinians promoting culture of death

Abbas's brother in law treated in Israel

While the PA's incitement against Israel continues, Israel agrees to have PA chairman's brother in law undergo surgery in Tel Aviv.

Abbas's brother in law treated in Israel

Danon chides France in maiden UN speech

New UN envoy notes 'no one offered to place international observers in Paris during the 2005 riots.'

Danon chides France in maiden UN speech

Netanyahu: Mahmoud Abbas joined the terrorists

In press conference with German Chancellor, PM Netanyahu says Israel wants peace but the Palestinians want terror.

Netanyahu: Mahmoud Abbas joined the terrorists

Thousands in New York Chant 'We Stand With Israel'

Mass pro-Israel rallies take place in Times Square, Rome and Madrid, demanding backing for terror-beleaguered Jewish state.

Thousands in New York Chant 'We Stand With Israel'

Likud Minister: Abbas Incites Just Like the Nazis

Minister Steinitz tells Washington conference that Abbas is 'world's top anti-Semite, he is worse than Arafat.'

Likud Minister: Abbas Incites Just Like the Nazis

International Observers on Temple Mount?

Senior diplomatic source slams French proposal at UN regarding Temple Mount, points out 'it's the Palestinians changing status quo.'

International Observers on Temple Mount?

Netanyahu Hails Border Police Heroism

Prime Minister thanks Border Police for being 'human defensive shields' in war on terror, warns it's unclear when it will end.

Netanyahu Hails Border Police Heroism

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in J'lem

Security cabinet proposes new measures to crack down on terror after three Israelis killed in attacks in Jerusalem.

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in J'lem

Arab MKs to Visit Temple Mount despite PA Pressure

General strike in the Arab sector and large rally scheduled for Tuesday. MKs will try to enter Temple Mount Wednesday.

Arab MKs to Visit Temple Mount despite PA Pressure

PM Clarifies: Temple Mount Ban Includes Arab MKs

Prime Minister zigzags on Temple Mount, deciding Thursday to also ban Arab MKs from the holy site.

PM Clarifies: Temple Mount Ban Includes Arab MKs

MFA Launches Media War Against PA Incitement

'Incitement is the #1 wave of terror affecting us today,' Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely states after critical meeting.

MFA Launches Media War Against PA Incitement

US Denies Reports it Threatened Israel

State Dept. says reports that Obama caused Netanyahu to fold on Judea-Samaria construction with veto threat are 'false.'

US Denies Reports it Threatened Israel

Obama Twice Refused to Block Palestinian State

Politico reveals Senator Reid twice asked Obama to state he would veto UN resolution establishing 'Palestine,' and was twice ignored.

Obama Twice Refused to Block Palestinian State

Netanyahu to Rebut Abbas in 'Decisive' UN Speech

Sources reveal PM will use speech Thursday to directly attack Abbas's 'lies and incitement' in his cancellation of Oslo Accords.

Netanyahu to Rebut Abbas in 'Decisive' UN Speech

PM Puzzled Over UNGA Links Between Syria, Iran

World leaders have the Iran deal "all wrong," Netanyahu insists before UNGA speech Wednesday.

PM Puzzled Over UNGA Links Between Syria, Iran

Diplomats Told to Expect Temple Mt. Riots Monday

Foreign Ministry briefs envoys worldwide on how to deal with criticism about riots expected to occur on Sukkot.

Diplomats Told to Expect Temple Mt. Riots Monday

Israeli-Russian Coordination Underway in Syria

IDF and Russian army officials to meet on October 5 to discuss preventing accidental exchanges of fire in Syria.

Israeli-Russian Coordination Underway in Syria

Official: Dayan Will Do an Excellent Job in Brazil

Israeli official says that it doesn't seem as though Brazil will cause difficulties over Dani Dayan's appointment as ambassador.

Official: Dayan Will Do an Excellent Job in Brazil

Ya'alon to US for Iran Deal 'Compensation' Talks

US Secretary of Defense makes official invite for late October - just ahead of Netanyahu's visit - as part of covert talks to increase aid.

Ya'alon to US for Iran Deal 'Compensation' Talks

'The UN Fuels the PA's Fire on Temple Mount'

Israel's UN ambassador Ron Prosor condemns global bodies for viewing the Temple Mount 'in the name of Muslims only.'

'The UN Fuels the PA's Fire on Temple Mount'

Democrats Save Iran Deal Again; 3rd Round Awaits

Democrats repeat last week's deal support, but will be tested again - by having to vote against Israel recognition and release of Americans.

Democrats Save Iran Deal Again; 3rd Round Awaits

EP: Label Golan, Judea and Samaria Products

European Parliament voted by large majority to differentiate between pre-1967 Israel and 'occupied Palestinian territories.'

EP: Label Golan, Judea and Samaria Products

Israeli Embassy Reopens in Cairo

Four years after mob raids the premises, Israeli flag raised once again at the embassy in the Egyptian capital.

Israeli Embassy Reopens in Cairo

Israel Greets First Female Envoy to Arab Country

Einat Schlein, a long-time Foreign Ministry employee, presents credentials to King Abdullah of Jordan in moving ceremony.

Israel Greets First Female Envoy to Arab Country

Soccer League Strike over Sabbath Looms

Soccer games may be suspended starting this Saturday, after Labor Court ruled Sabbath games illegal.

Soccer League Strike over Sabbath Looms

Jewish Israeli Man Attempted to Join ISIS

Jewish Israeli man intercepted in Turkey after family turn to Foreign Ministry to stop their son from joining ISIS.

Jewish Israeli Man Attempted to Join ISIS

Turkish Delegation to Visit Israel

For the first time since the Marmara incident, Israel will welcome a delegation from Turkey, in what some see as a step to renewal of ties.

Turkish Delegation to Visit Israel

'Danon Won't Receive a Passport'

Foreign Ministry workers refuse to assist new diplomatic appointees, as part of struggle over salaries.

'Danon Won't Receive a Passport'

PM: We'll Strike Whomever Tries to Strike Us

Prime Minister tours northern theater, warns unfrozen Iranian assets will flow to forces opposing Israel.

PM: We'll Strike Whomever Tries to Strike Us

Envoy to US: Israel's Survival is a Big Deal

Israeli ambassador Ron Dermer says Jerusalem 'not eager to be at odds' with US, but sincerely believes Iran deal threatens its survival.

Envoy to US: Israel's Survival is a Big Deal

Threats Against US Ambassador over Iran Deal

Amb. Shapiro has received threatening letters, and the security around him has been beefed up.

Threats Against US Ambassador over Iran Deal

Republicans Less Sure of Votes Against Iran Deal

Republican senators feel uncertain they will be able to acquire the necessary number of votes to maintain sanctions against Iran.

Republicans Less Sure of Votes Against Iran Deal

Thousands Sign Petition Calling to Arrest Bibi

Nearly 35,000 sign online petition calling for the arrest of Israeli PM during visit to London. British Embassy: It won't happen.

Thousands Sign Petition Calling to Arrest Bibi