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Obama Intends to Restart Peace Talks After Elections

Senior White House source says Obama administration worried about PA collapse, thinking to push plans in UN and int'l community.

Obama Intends to Restart Peace Talks After Elections

Obama Puts an End to Threats of Terrorism and War

Obama has brought world peace - just like that. 'I've finally earned that Nobel Prize!'

Obama Puts an End to Threats of Terrorism and War

For Israel-US Ties It's Not Personality or Policy, It's Both

How will a new Netanyahu government manage to cope with strained Obama administration ties? We ask an expert.

For Israel-US Ties It's Not Personality or Policy, It's Both

Despite US Rift, Experts See Poll Boost for Netanyahu

Hostility from the White House aside, Americans will be asking the Obama administration to offer a response to Netanyahu's criticisms.

Despite US Rift, Experts See Poll Boost for Netanyahu

Washington Post: PM's Iran Arguments 'Deserve a Response'

Even if, as in President Obama's words, there was nothing “new” about the Prime Minister's Iran views, they still deserve to be considered.

Washington Post: PM's Iran Arguments 'Deserve a Response'

Israeli Officials: Plenty 'New' In PM's Iran Speech

Netanyahu's plan would require real action – not just promises – from Iran for the removal of economic sanctions, officials say.

Israeli Officials: Plenty 'New' In PM's Iran Speech

Obama 'Unimpressed' With Netanyahu 'Theater' in Congress

Obama dismisses Congress speech as 'nothing new,' claiming Netanyahu 'didn't offer an alternative' to Iran deal - despite his outline.

Obama 'Unimpressed' With Netanyahu 'Theater' in Congress

Al-Arabiya Editor Demands Obama Listen to Netanyahu

In surprising op-ed by editor-in-chief of fiercely anti-Israel paper, Faisal Abbas admits Netanyahu is right, Iran must be dealt with.

Al-Arabiya Editor Demands Obama Listen to Netanyahu

Obama: Disagreement with Netanyahu Won't Destroy Ties

President Obama says the disagreement with Israel about Iran won't be permanently destructive" to relations between the countries.

Obama: Disagreement with Netanyahu Won't Destroy Ties

Report: Obama Has Cut Intelligence Cooperation with Israel

Israeli report indicates a deep crisis as disagreement on Iran has stopped cooperation for IAEA reports on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Report: Obama Has Cut Intelligence Cooperation with Israel

White House Denies it will Cut Israeli Aid over Iran Dispute

National Security spokesperson dismisses report that defense aid will be cut over Netanyahu's efforts to stop Iranian nuclear deal.

White House Denies it will Cut Israeli Aid over Iran Dispute

White House Releases List of What Obama's Done for Israel

Document posted two days before PM's speech outlines five aspects of US-Israel relationship, possibly in hopes of refuting anti-Israel bias.

White House Releases List of What Obama's Done for Israel

Jeffrey Goldberg: Netanyahu 'Has a Case' on Iran

The Atlantic journalist admits Netanyahu has a case to make in Congress speech, says Obama will have to fulfill his promises regarding Iran.

Jeffrey Goldberg: Netanyahu 'Has a Case' on Iran

Has the Israel-US Relationship Been Damaged Irreparably?

Perhaps now, says expert, but speech at Congress could expose divisions among Democrats in particular.

Has the Israel-US Relationship Been Damaged Irreparably?

Countdown to Congress speech

Netanyahu Leaves for 'Critical, Historic' Trip to Washington

Speaking ahead of flight to the US, where he will address Congress, PM says he represents 'all Israelis, even those who disagree with me.'

Netanyahu Leaves for 'Critical, Historic' Trip to Washington

Obama Will Veto New Bipartisan Legislation on Iran Deal

White House National Security Council condemns new legislation, states openly President Barack Obama will use executive powers to veto it.

Obama Will Veto New Bipartisan Legislation on Iran Deal

Arutz Sheva Interview

Senator Hits Back at Obama: Israel Ties Greater Than One Person

Senator Kelly Ayotte urges bipartisan support for Netanyahu Congress speech, says Iran a major national security threat for America too.

Senator Hits Back at Obama: Israel Ties Greater Than One Person

Republican Senator: Obama Doesn't Support Israel Enough

Senator Marco Rubio says Obama wants a deal with Iran to be the hallmark of his second term.

Republican Senator: Obama Doesn't Support Israel Enough

Fox Commentator: Has Susan Rice Gone Off the Deep End?

On Facebook, Greta Van Susteren outlines ways Obama has ruined US-Israel relationship, long before Netanyahu's Congress speech came along.

Fox Commentator: Has Susan Rice Gone Off the Deep End?

Daughter of Obama's Ex-Pastor Sent to Jail

Daughter of Jeremiah Wright detained after breaching bail conditions on money-laundering case by committing another theft.

Daughter of Obama's Ex-Pastor Sent to Jail

New Likud Ad Reminds the US Opposed Foundation of Israel Too

As tension grows over US deal Netanyahu says will leave Iran as a nuclear threat, Likud comes out with hard-hitting campaign video.

New Likud Ad Reminds the US Opposed Foundation of Israel Too

Netanyahu to Obama: If Iran Nuclear Deal is Safe Why Hide It?

After Obama admin. accuses Israel of misrepresenting talks, admits to hiding details, PM responds 'Israel familiar with proposed deal.'

Netanyahu to Obama: If Iran Nuclear Deal is Safe Why Hide It?

Obama: We're Not at War with Islam

President Obama says the war is against "people who have perverted Islam", urges Muslims to denounce groups like ISIS.

Obama: We're Not at War with Islam

Obama, Danish PM Vow to Fight Anti-Semitism

President Obama expresses solidarity with Denmark, promises to confront anti-Semitism and assaults on freedom of expression.

Obama, Danish PM Vow to Fight Anti-Semitism

Washington Post: Obama Thinks Netanyahu Authorized Leaks on Iran

Journalist David Ignatius: Obama suspects Netanyahu authorized leaks of details about the nuclear talks with Iran.

Washington Post: Obama Thinks Netanyahu Authorized Leaks on Iran

Analysis: A Coalition of Interests

Haim Schein argues that Israeli media, the White House, and terror organizations have formed a strange coalition pushing for the Left.

Analysis: A Coalition of Interests

Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel Supports Netanyahu's Congress Speech

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Elie Wiesel calls on Obama to listen to Netanyahu's speech on the threat from Iran's nuclear program.

Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel Supports Netanyahu's Congress Speech

Obama Condemns 'Outrageous' Murders of Muslims in North Carolina

"No one in the United States should ever be targeted because of who they are," says Obama in statement about murders of three Muslims.

Obama Condemns 'Outrageous' Murders of Muslims in North Carolina

Erdogan Slams Obama's Silence Over North Carolina Murders

Turkish President criticizes Obama over his silence following the killings of three young Muslims in North Carolina.

Erdogan Slams Obama's Silence Over North Carolina Murders

White House Finally Admits Error: Paris Attack was Anti-Semitic

White House spox finally stops justifying comment by Obama which suggested attack on kosher supermarket was just 'random'.

White House Finally Admits Error: Paris Attack was Anti-Semitic

Obama: ISIS Operation Won't be Like Afghanistan

President Obama stresses the newest "war" against ISIS won't be a "sequel to Iraq and Afghanistan".

Obama: ISIS Operation Won't be Like Afghanistan

Weinstein: Labor V15 'Volunteer' Group Seems Legal

Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein will not issue an injunction against the activities of the V15 organization, based on a Likud complaint.

Weinstein: Labor V15 'Volunteer' Group Seems Legal

Obama Asks Congress to Authorize 'War' against ISIS

US President Barack Obama asks Congress to lift geographical limits in operation against ISIS. Is it another 'war on terror'?

Obama Asks Congress to Authorize 'War' against ISIS

What are they saying?

State Dept. Backs Obama: Paris Attack Didn't Target Jews

Jen Psaki the latest Obama spokesperson to stutter an explanation as to why he described the attack on kosher store as just 'random'.

State Dept. Backs Obama: Paris Attack Didn't Target Jews

Awkward: Obama Spokesman Defends Downplaying of Paris Attack

White House spokesman tries to explain president's claims Paris kosher attack was 'random', terrorism threat overstated.

Awkward: Obama Spokesman Defends Downplaying of Paris Attack

Watch: Obama Says Murder of Jews in Paris 'Random' Attack

Obama says Islamist terrorist taking kosher market hostage was 'random,' claims media blowing terrorism out of proportion.

Watch: Obama Says Murder of Jews in Paris 'Random' Attack

Bibi speaks out

Netanyahu: I Must Address Congress to Ensure Israel's Survival

Netanyahu explains why he won't back down on Congress speech, noting 'profound disagreement with US administration on Iran deal.'

Netanyahu: I Must Address Congress to Ensure Israel's Survival

Obama Admits US Hostage Killed in Syria

Obama confirms ISIS claims that aid worker was killed in Raqa, vowing 'justice' against the terrorists.

Obama Admits US Hostage Killed in Syria

Obama Defends Netanyahu Snub

'With respect to PM Netanyahu . . . I talk to him all the time,' Obama says, insists 'unbreakable' US-Israel bond still stable.

Obama Defends Netanyahu Snub

Did Obama Lie about Netanyahu Congress Invitation?

It now turns out the White House was told of the invitation extended to the PM before Netanyahu accepted it, not after.

Did Obama Lie about Netanyahu Congress Invitation?

Obama Suffers Backlash for ISIS-Crusades Comparison

After saying 'terrible deeds' committed in name of Christ, historians and politicians attack Obama for linking Christianity to ISIS.

Obama Suffers Backlash for ISIS-Crusades Comparison

Reports: Jordan In, UAE Out of anti-ISIS Coalition

Jordan is likely to join the US-led coalition fighting ISIS, a source told Arab media Thursday.

Reports: Jordan In, UAE Out of anti-ISIS Coalition

Obama Requests $8.8 Billion for Fight Against ISIS

President Barack Obama requests $8.8 billion to fund the fight against ISIS in his budget for 2016.

Obama Requests $8.8 Billion for Fight Against ISIS

McCain: Relations With Israel 'the Worst I've Ever Seen'

Republican Senator John McCain says President Obama has had "unrealistic expectations" of Israel.

McCain: Relations With Israel 'the Worst I've Ever Seen'

'Obama Needed to Put on His Big Boy Pants and Welcome Netanyahu'

Analyst Brit Hume says US-Israel feud could have been avoided if Boehner approached White House, but criticizes Obama for taking low road.

'Obama Needed to Put on His Big Boy Pants and Welcome Netanyahu'

World Leaders Condemn Latest ISIS Beheading

"We will ultimately destroy ISIS," vows President Obama after the group beheads a Japanese hostage.

World Leaders Condemn Latest ISIS Beheading

Israel's US Envoy Says Bibi US Protocol Flap Republicans' Fault

Ron Dermer denies he engineered controversial Congress address, claims was under impression Boehner would notify Obama.

Israel's US Envoy Says Bibi US Protocol Flap Republicans' Fault

Boehner: Obama Administration Has Deep Antipathy for Netanyahu

In interview aired on Fox News Wednesday, House Speaker John Boehner defends his decision to invite PM to speak before Congress.

Boehner: Obama Administration Has Deep Antipathy for Netanyahu

MK Elkin: Congress, Not Obama, is the Key to Iran Issues

Prime Minister Netanyahu is going to the US to discuss the Iran nuclear threat, and Congress is the right place for that.

MK Elkin: Congress, Not Obama, is the Key to Iran Issues

Obama: I Won't Meet Netanyahu Because it's Too Close to Election

President Obama says it's "inappropriate" for him to meet Netanyahu so close to Israel's election.

Obama: I Won't Meet Netanyahu Because it's Too Close to Election

Top Obama Aid Working to Defeat Israeli Right

V15, an Israeli group whose goal is to "replace the government", using top Obama aid as its "secret campaign weapon".

Top Obama Aid Working to Defeat Israeli Right

Victory for Obama? Senators to Postpone Vote on Iran Sanctions

A group of 10 Senate Democrats tell Obama they will not vote for new sanctions against Iran on the Senate floor until late March.

Victory for Obama? Senators to Postpone Vote on Iran Sanctions

Watch: Saudi TV Blurs Out Michelle Obama

After haredi newspaper photoshops female leaders out of Paris picture, Saudi producers take it a step further.

Watch: Saudi TV Blurs Out Michelle Obama

Report: US Considered Swapping Al Qaeda Terrorist

Swap deal of citizens for terrorists had been on the table, ex-diplomat confirms. Are prisoner swaps now a matter of policy?

Report: US Considered Swapping Al Qaeda Terrorist

Saudis Seek Greater US Role in Mideast as Obama Visits

As US Presidents pays condolence trip, Saudi Arabia's new King Salman will be pushing for a tougher stance on Iran, ISIS and Libya.

Saudis Seek Greater US Role in Mideast as Obama Visits

Drone Infiltrates the White House

White House Press Secretary says electronic device found on grounds, but isn't a 'threat' to Obama family.

Drone Infiltrates the White House

Israeli Ambassador: Netanyahu Visit Not Meant to Insult Obama

Israeli ambassador Ron Dermer stresses that Netanyahu's speech to Congress is meant to warn about Iran "while there's still time".

Israeli Ambassador: Netanyahu Visit Not Meant to Insult Obama

Former Ambassador: Diplomacy Can Fix Bibi's Congress Speech

Zalman Shoval says timing of Netanyahu's speech to Congress is problematic but that can be fixed with diplomacy.

Former Ambassador: Diplomacy Can Fix Bibi's Congress Speech

Obama Condemns 'Outrageous' Murder of Japanese ISIS Hostage

Authenticity of video still not confirmed, but increasing signs 'rushed' footage of Haruna Yukawa by Islamic State terrorists is real.

Obama Condemns 'Outrageous' Murder of Japanese ISIS Hostage

Obama Expresses Solidarity with Japan

During official visit to India, US President Obama phones Japanese PM to offer condolences and convey solidarity with the Asian nation.

Obama Expresses Solidarity with Japan