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German FM to Visit Israel, PA to Help Push Talks

German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier to visit region after meeting with Syrian opposition in Paris.

Netanyahu Opposes Framework Dividing Jerusalem

Reports indicate Netanyahu has told senior officials he won't sign any framework agreement dividing up the capital of Israel.

Deri: No to An Agreement that Hurts Judea and Samaria

Shas chairman says he will oppose any peace agreement that harms Jews in Judea and Samaria, takes a shot at Jewish Home party.

Meretz MK Blasts 'Kerry Solutions' Ad

MK Nitzan Horowitz says that the satirical video 'defames' the US diplomat, demands urgent plenum debate.

MK Nissim Ze'ev Calls Livni to Account Over Jewish Refugees

Veteran Shas MK calls out Israel's Justice Minister and chief negotiator over failure to advocate for the rights of Jewish refugees.

'We Will Not Uproot Jewish Communities- Big or Small'

In exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva, Housing Minister Uri Ariel says Israel will keep Judea-Samaria, no matter what.

Abbas Visits Jordan, Collaborates Over Kerry Plan

Palestinian Authority Chairman, Jordanian king meet to discuss Kerry's plans for the region.

State Department Refuses to Comment on PA Incitement

State Department Spokeswoman refuses to "give an analysis of every action" when asked by reporter about PA incitement.

Livni to Bennett: Don't Preach to Me About Rights to the Land

Justice Minister accuses Bennett and other "radicals" of sabotaging the peace process, after Bennett rejects the pre-1967 lines.

Abbas: Israel Trying to Sabotage Peace Talks

Spokesman calls PA incitement findings 'logically unacceptable,' demands conference to respond; accuses Israel of building to scupper talks.

'Interim Deal? It Just Means We'll Keep Talking'

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon sounds pointedly pessimistic over the efficacy of any 'interim agreement' with the Palestinian Authority.

Bill to Tie PM's Hands in Talks on Jerusalem, Refugees

MK Miri Regev (Likud-Beytenu) proposes that negotiations on core issues will only be carried out with Knesset approval.

Shaked: We Won't be in a Government that Accepts '67 Borders'

Jewish Home will quit the government if it accepts the indefensible pre-1967 lines as a basis for peace talks, says MK Shaked.

Alarm bells?

US-Brokered Deal 'Just the First Stage' in Israel's Demise

Senior member of Mahmoud Abbas' party reiterates his organization's stance: destroy Israel 'in stages'.

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert Urges Deal with PA

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, hinting at disdain with PM, says deal would ensure both a 'Jewish Zionist state' and 'Palestinian state.'

Heat is on Bennett as Kerry Paper Draws Near

Jewish Home leader reportedly pressuring Netanyahu not to bring 'mediation document' to ministers' vote.

Kerry Mocked in New Nationalist Campaign

A new online campaign warns against Kerry’s plans to impose an agreement with the Palestinian Authority on Israel.

Livni: PA Incitement Bad, but Keep Talking

The PA's ongoing incitement against Israel should be an incentive for a peace agreement, claims Justice Minister and lead negotiator.

Herzog to Netanyahu: We'll Replace You

Opposition leader has harsh words for PM Netanyahu at Labor party convention, says he is a "CEO who lacks a vision."

Kerry: Saudis Support Peace Efforts

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says he won Saudi support for his efforts to broker a deal between Israel and the PA.

Kerry: Israel-PA Deal Will be 'Fair and Balanced'

US Secretary of State continues Middle East tour, pushing PA-Israel peace deal to Israel's neighbors.

Steinitz: Israel Rejects US Plans for the Jordan Valley

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz states on public radio Sunday that Israel has rejected the US's plans for the Jordan Valley.

Tibi: Abbas Will Never Concede

MK Ahmed Tibi accuses PM of trying to prevent a peace agreement with the PA, says Abbas will never give up any of his demands.

McCain: Netanyahu Has 'Serious Concerns' About Kerry's Plan

As Kerry pushes for peace, visiting Senator McCain says Netanyahu is concerned over Kerry's plan.

'Jordan Should Be Involved in PA-Israel Negotiations'

Advisor to Jordan's King Abdullah II insists that Amman should protect its interests by being involved in talks.

Kerry and Netanyahu Meet for Five Hours

Secretary of State arrives in Israel for tenth visit, attempting to reach a framework for continued peace talks.

Arab MKs: No Way Will we Live Under the PA

Arab MKs react angrily to a report that Israel has offered to transfer to the PA areas with a dense Arab population.

Kerry Seeks Peace Framework in Tenth Visit to Israel

As Kerry begins 2014 with a trip to the Middle East, State Department official says Israeli construction "creates a lot of questions."

Cameron and Merkel to Push for Peace

British PM and German Chancellor will make separate visits to Israel in February, part of an international push for a peace agreement.

Livni: Negev and Galilee Better than 'Settlements'

"Isolated settlements" cause Israel to be boycotted, says chief Israeli negotiator.

New Info on Syria Chemical Attacks 'Shows Dangers Facing Israel'

Arutz Sheva analyst says latest info about chemical attacks proves why Jewish heartland must remain in Israeli hands.

Abbas Says Jordan Valley Annexation 'A Red Line'

PA Chairman attacks Sunday ministerial vote on bill to annex region, calls annexation 'red line which can not be crossed.'

Revolutionary Bill Proposal: No Pardons for Convicted Murderers

In another attempt to stop terrorist releases, MK Ayelet Shaked takes on a revolutionary task: changing the legal system itself.

Poll: PA, Israel Care Less About US Pressure

Truman Institute poll reveals dramatic decrease in significance of US pressure in peace talks.

Abbas: No Peace Until All Prisoners Are Released

PA chairman celebrates release of 26 terrorists, personally greets 18 of them who arrived in Ramallah.

Erekat: The Talks Have Failed, Let's Go to the UN

Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of destroying the peace talks, says the PA should seek statehood recognition at the UN.

Kerry 'Appreciates' Israel Releasing Terrorists

As Israel releases 26 terrorists, Secretary of State John Kerry "expresses his appreciation" for that decision.

Kerry 'Deceived Israel' on Terrorist Release, Says Official

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has clarified to the Americans that no Israeli Arab terrorists will be released as a "gesture" to the PA.

MK: Jewish Home's 'Red Line' is Judea and Samaria Expulsion

MK Muallem defends her party remaining in gov't despite prisoner release, says Jewish Home Israel's 'Iron Dome' against far-left.

Erekat Condemns Vote on Jordan Valley Annexation

Chief PA negotiator says Israel is "destroying peace" by approving a bill to annex the Jordan Valley.

Hamas Stresses it Views Negotiations, Abbas as Illegitimate

Hamas stresses that it does not recognize negotiations of any kind with Israel, claims Abbas 'unreliable' for agreeing to peace talks.

Rosenthal: Building Freeze Better Than Terrorist Releases

MK Mickey Rosenthal (Labor) denounces terrorist releases, accuses Prime Minister of being 'afraid' to start building freeze instead.

PA Official Calls for 'Smart Resistance' Against Israel

Nabil Shaath predicts that peace talks will fail, says the PA should then resort to pursuing statehood through the UN.

'Jewish Blood Is Not a Gesture'

Bereaved families continue protest against terrorist release in front of Prime Minister's house Saturday.

Peri: Evict 25% of Judea, Samaria Jews From Their Homes

Science Minister proposes that evicting Judea, Samaria residents as part of deal would be 'painful,' but 'a reasonable compromise.'

Abbas Asks Americans to Stop Israeli Construction

The PA has appealed to the United States to block Israel's plan to build new homes in Judea and Samaria.

PA: 'If You Build, We'll Sue At The Hague'

PA chief negotiator threatens to take Israel to Hague over 'war crimes' if Judea Samaria construction plans are announced next week.

EU Official Warns Israel Over Planned Construction

Israel should expect a "strong reaction" if it announces new construction in Judea and Samaria, says EU official.

PA Officials: Israel 'Killing the Peace Process'

As expected, PA officials express outrage over reports that Israel plans to announce extensive new construction in Judea and Samaria.

What Are We Thinking?

Analysis: As John Kerry seeks to force a deal based on the 'Allon Plan', Arutz Sheva analyst says the implications for Israel are dire.

Netanyahu Defies Americans, Will Announce Extended Construction

PM plans to announce extended Jewish construction in Judea and Samaria next week, parallel to the release of another 26 terrorists.

Protest Against Prisoner Release Outside Prime Minister's House

Bereaved families organize mass protest in front of Binyamin Netanyahu's residence, demanding stop to terrorist releases.

Despite Terror Wave, Gov. To Free Terrorists

3rd batch of releases set for early next week, even as terror attacks spike since last Friday. Protests planned opposite Netanyahu's house.

Report: New Revelations On Kerry's Israel Plan

Kerry wants IDF Jordan border control gradually shift to PA, IDF drones to monitor Judea Samaria terror following withdrawals.

Statistics: Terror Attacks Increase As Talks Progress

Israel's Security Agency (Shin Bet) statistics for November show dramatic increase in attacks; numbers follow negotiation timeline.

PA Negotiator Rejects Any Extension of Talks

Saeb Erakat says Palestinian Authority will not continue to negotiate beyond nine-month timeframe imposed by Washington.

Egypt: Fatah-Hamas Split Preventing Statehood

Abbas visited Cairo and told his hosts he sees 'utmost importance' in unity with Hamas.

Secret Peace Talk Contents Revealed By PA Sources

US 'offensive' aims for Jan. interim agreement, Jerusalem internationally managed, Israeli withdrawals and 'earned' Jewishness.

Livni: Ignore the Terrorists and Keep Talking

Justice Minister says that the terrorists who carried out the bus bombing in Bat Yam should be ignored in favor of peace talks.

Erekat: There Haven't Been Direct Talks in Weeks

PA chief negotiator reveals that Israel and the PA have not had direct meetings in quite some time and have only met with Americans.