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Right Still Fears Netanyahu Will Form Unity Government

MK Shaked announces Jewish Home's opposition to unity government, hopes Netanyahu doesn't 'make a joke' of the Right.

Is Netanyahu Trying to Form Unity Government Behind the Scenes?

Likud adamantly rejects Channel Ten report that Netanyahu sent associate Natan Eshel to prod Herzog about possibility of unity government.

Herzog: We're Not Joining Likud Government

Yitzhak Herzog on Wednesday made it clear that he wold not join a unity government with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Will Rivlin Insist on Unity Government?

President reportedly tells political officials he plans to work towards a Likud-Labor unity government.

Netanyahu to Bennett: Relax, There Will be No Unity Government

Prime Minister Netanyahu seeks to assure Jewish Home chairman that he will not form a unity government with the “Zionist Union”.

Why Bibi Will (Probably) Lead a Unity Government

Professor says that right bloc more viable, but Netanyahu may need to reach out to Labor anyway to save his spot as Likud head.

Likud Worried, May Cooperate With Left After Elections

Sources close to PM Netanyahu say the Likud has not ruled out a unity government and rotation deal with Labor leader Yitzhak Herzog.

Labor MKs Refuse Possibility of Unity Government

A number of Labor MKs have outright refused to sit in government with Binyamin Netanyahu, other have begun organizing protests.

Yechimovich: Bibi's First Call After 2013 Elections Was to Me

Former Labor leader Shelly Yechimovich argues Netanyahu really is planning a 'unity gov't' with her party.

Haredi Party Opposes Likud-Labor Unity Government

UTJ warns unity government would harm haredi ability to influence, says it won't support a leftist government.

Hamas Blames Abbas for Gaza Siege, Threatens 'Popular Explosion'

After reactivating Hamas parliament, Hamas MP demands unity govt. hold promised elections, blames Abbas for Gaza's problems.

Hamas 'Totally Opposed' to PA Statehood Bid

Hamas spokesperson blasts Abbas for plans to refile draft resolution to UN Security Council as 'political foolishness.'

Abbas Presents 'Plan of Attack' for Palestinian State

Details of Abbas's speech to the Arab League reveal full-fledged scheme to bypass Oslo Accords and declare Palestinian state.

Netanyahu Asks 'All the Left' to Join Unity Government

PM's invitation to opposition to join his government draws criticism from across the political spectrum.

'Unity partners'?

Fatah Homes in Gaza Bombed Ahead of Arafat Rally

Senior Fatah members' homes were bombed overnight, leading unity PM Hamdallah to cancel visit; Hamas denies involvement.

Abbas: 'We Are Not Calling for an Intifada'

'If we wanted an intifada, we would have called for one during Protective Edge,' PA Chairman says, in latest attempt to clean up his image.

Gaza Wage War Partially Quelled; 24,000 Civil Servants Paid

Civil servants paid, but military and security personnel still waits, in latest bid to dispel tensions in precarious 'unity government.'

Hamas Official Declares Intifada in Jerusalem

Hamas official Mahmoud Zahar says PA forces 'suppress intifada against Israeli aggression,' calls Jerusalem violence 'the solution.'

Hamas: More War Unless Int'l Community Pressures Israel

Gaza spokesman warns international community that it will 'explode' if 'Israeli siege' not lifted.

Western Diplomat Reveals Gaza Facing 'Donor Fatigue'

International aid conference touted in the press - but has global community become wiser to Hamas's numbers game?

Gaza Demands $4 Billion From World to Rebuild After Terror War

PA unity government asks for over eight times more than UN called for - aside from $4.5 billion to fund itself.

Hamas, Fatah Renew 'Unity Government' Despite Tensions

'Comprehensive agreement' reached between Hamas and Fatah over Gaza rulership. But will it last?

PA: 'Nothing in Place' to Reconcile Fracturing Hamas Unity Pact

Unity PM says each faction is responsible for its own problems, hours after Hamas declares it is looking for 'alternatives.'

Hamas Seeking 'Alternatives' to PA Unity Government

Senior terrorist claims Fatah pact 'only meant to last six months,' admits current deal 'is a failure.'

PA Officials: Hamas Preventing Abbas from Governing in Gaza

Sources claim Hamas refusing PA supervision, despite unity government agreement and understanding reached after ceasefire.

Meshaal, Abbas to Meet in Qatar Despite Hamas Coup Attempt

PA, Hamas leaders to meet in Doha over Gaza ceasefire, as questions remain over whether the unity government will last.

MKs Call Foiled Hamas Coup a 'Warning Sign' for Unity Government

Nationalist MKs attack leftists over attempted Hamas coup, after remarks early in the unity pact claimed PA would keep Hamas in line.

PLO: US Backs Hamas in Ceasefire Talks

PA officials accuse John Kerry of plot to 'get rid of the PLO,' back Muslim Brotherhood through Hamas; Abbas said to be 'furious'.

Report: Hamas Losing Palestinian Arab Support in Gaza

Washington Institute study indicates Gazans 'hate Hamas with a passion' and want to see Fatah re-elected.

Livni Surprises: No Cease-Fire with Hamas

Justice Minister Livni voices surprisingly strong statement for deterrence, IDF operation in Gaza, says it is a time to eliminate terror.

President Shimon Peres Insists Hamas, Fatah Separate

Peres ignores Hamas-Fatah unity pact in Peace Conference remarks, claims that Palestinian Authority wants peace.

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Abbas Pleads with Hamas to Stop Rocket Fire

Mahmoud Abbas asks Khaled Meshaal 'not to give Israel an excuse' to launch a Gaza op.; Meshaal holds out for PA to end wage disputes.

Hamas Workers Strike Against Lack of Unity Government Pay

Employees of terror group shut down all services in Gaza for a day to demand backlogged salaries from unity government.

Abbas Backtracks on Hamas Criticism, Calls for Unity Elections

After saying Hamas kidnappers 'want to destroy PA,' Abbas changes position and tells unity PM to prepare for elections.

Dissatisfaction, Fear Grow in Gaza as IDF Crackdown Continues

Gazans fearing IDF invasion stockpile supplies as Hamas members grumble over wages. Could an uprising await?

Tony Blair Attempts to Reason with Hamas Over Abduction

'The only way this is going to work is if all violence stops,' Quartet envoy states, in meeting with Netanyahu.

Report: PA to Break Hamas-Fatah Unity Pact Over Abduction

Source claims that PLO has frozen salaries of some 40 Hamas government officials over kidnapping, as Fatah shifts blame to Hamas.

'Moral Duty' for World to Retract Support for Unity Pact

Hamas's involvement in the kidnapping of three yeshiva students precedent for a withdrawal of international support, Akunis says.

Ignoring Threats of Impeachment, Livni Meets with PA Officials

PA sources say Justice Minister has not only met with 'unity' government representatives this week, but has continued contact.

88 Senators to Obama: Reconsider Aid to PA

In a letter to Obama, an overwhelming majority of Senators point out the presence of terrorist group Hamas in new PA government.

Senior Journalist: Hamas and Fatah Deal Won't Last

On the surface, Fatah and Hamas seem to be getting along - but it won't last, said a senior Israeli journalist.

Rocket Fire 'Hurts Unity Pact,' Abbas Laments

PA condemns rocket fire - not as threat to 'Palestinian principles' or 'humanitarian ethics' - but to political stability.

'Hamas Will Increase its Control Over Judea and Samaria'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu slams the 'ignorance' of the international community in weekly Cabinet meeting.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Vow to Continue Terror - No Matter What

Leaders of both groups vow to 'liberate all of Palestine' from Israel despite 'unity pact' agreement to renounce terrorism.

Fatah, Hamas Reluctant to Put 2007 Clashes Behind Them

Palestinian Arabs debate over compensation packages for Fatah-Hamas fatalities - with some preferring 'the right to revenge.'

Hamas: the 'Majority' of Palestinian Arabs Support Terrorism

Senior official encourages terrorism against 'occupation' - despite unity government's peaceful facade to US, EU.

Steinitz Slams US 'Self-Deception' on Unity Government

Intelligence Minister notes that the PA will probably not give up on Gaza's missile arsenal, equating them with Hamas.

PA to Appeal to UN Over Israeli Construction

PLO officials vow to go to the UN Security Council over Israel's commitment to build 1,500 new Jewish homes, calls move a 'grave violation.'

Report: US Holding Backroom Talks with Hamas 'For Months'

Official tells 'social news' site that US approached Hamas directly over the 'unity' government, despite official policy. But is it true?

US Ambassador Condemns Construction Announcement

Washington opposes construction as a matter of principle, Shapiro claims - as well as negotiating with Hamas.

UN Chief Welcomes Hamas-Fatah Government

UN Secretary-General expresses hope that new PA unity government will lead to progress in peace negotiations.

U.S.: There Are No Hamas Members in Unity Government

State Department rejects Israel’s disappointment over its intent to cooperate with the Hamas-Fatah government.

Israel Revokes Travel Privileges for Top PA Officials

Israel bars unity government 'ministers' traveling between PA and Gaza, in latest sanction on terror-backed regime, mulls cutting transfers.

Steinitz Accuses Washington of Hypocrisy over Hamas Gov't

'You cannot present it as a Hamas government internally, then publicly as a government of technocrats,' Intelligence Minister says.

U.S. Lawmakers Call on Obama to Suspend Aid to PA

Obama called to suspend financial aid to the PA in the wake of the formation of the Hamas-Fatah government.

Israel Disappointed with U.S. Reaction to Hamas-Fatah Gov't

Israel says it is "deeply disappointed" by the United States’ readiness to work with the new PA unity government.

US Vows to 'Work With' Palestinian Arab 'Unity' Government

State Department insists that PLO officials are in charge of 'unity' government - despite the fact that strings are being pulled by Hamas.

Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Steps Down

In dramatic about-face, Hamas leader concedes control of 'unity' government - but not the fight for the 'Palestinian cause.'

Lapid Says 'Don't Criticize' Hamas Unity Government

Yesh Atid leader says not to give Hamas 'opportunity to spark the fire back against us' so as 'to make headlines.'