Obama Promises Tough Action on Firms that Violate Sanctions
Obama says he will come down "like a ton of bricks" on firms that violate the sanctions on Iran.
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Netanyahu to Meet Obama March 3
Prime Minister will address AIPAC, then head to West Coast, tour Silicon Valley.
Obama Lauds Kerry's Peace Efforts Amid Israeli Criticism
Obama thanks Kerry for his "extraordinary passion" in trying to achieve Israeli-PA peace.
House Democrats Support Obama Against Iran Sanctions
Reps. Lloyd Doggett and David Price mobilizing their colleagues against a bill to slap more sanctions on Iran.
Obama to Visit Saudi Arabia in March
President Barack Obama will travel to Saudi Arabia to meet with King Abdullah, amid tension in relations between the countries.
Success for Obama: No New Iran Sanctions
US President’s veto threat appears to work: several senators drop plans for new sanctions on Iran.
Opinion: Is 1984 happening in 2014?
Through foreign policy bungling, Obama has forced the military option against Iran's nuclear program.
Obama in State of the Union: I'll Veto New Iran Sanctions
Obama reiterates that he will veto a new Iran sanctions bill which "threatens to derail" the negotiations on its nuclear program.
Former CIA Head: Obama Will Strike Iran if Needed
Former CIA Director claims Obama won't hesitate to strike Iran if needed, INSS director says US-Israel ties need to be healed.
Obama Urges the World to Confront Anti-Semitism
Choices mean "choosing to confront bigotry and hatred in all of its forms," says Obama on International Holocaust Day.
Poll: Most Americans Oppose Obama, Support Israel
ZOA poll reveals that most Americans - even those outside Jewish communities - oppose Washington's anti-Israel policies.
Obama and Kerry 'Disappointed' By Jewish Criticism
Source close to both officials reports they are 'uncomfortable' at American Jews' support for Israel.
Analyst: US Abandoning Middle East, Leaving Iran in Charge
Iran is set to become the “alpha dog” - the dominant power – in the Middle East, according to a Fox News analyst.
US Official Admits Iran Deal Allows Nuclear R&D
Interim deal does not stop Iran from designing new types of centrifuges, a senior White House official admits.
Obama: Now Isn't the Time for New Sanctions
Now would not be the right time for Congress to impose new sanctions on Iran, says Obama, days before nuclear deal to be implemented.
World Leaders Say Goodbye To Sharon
Obama, Putin, Merkel, Ban Ki-Moon and other leaders, as well as Jewish Agency and ADL, react to death of former prime minister.
Obama Invites Merkel to Washington After Spying Row
President Obama invites German Chancellor to Washington, hoping to mend fences after revelations of U.S. eavesdropping on her cellphone.
Gates: for Obama, War is 'about Getting Out'
Former defense secretary says Obama was convinced his own Afghanistan strategy would fail.
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.
US Jewish Leaders Have 'Consensus': Pollard Must Be Freed
MK Tzipi Hotovely, returning from US, says Jewish leaders cited 'moral obligation to demand' Pollard's release; Peres, MKs petition Obama.
Pollard's Imprisonment 'Absurd' Given US Spying
Fmr. Assistant Secretary of Defense lashes out after US spying revelations, comes as Obama omits Pollard from clemency list.
Obama Threatens Veto as Senators Promote New Iran Sanctions
White House threatened to use its veto power against legislation that would impose new sanctions on Iran.
Iranian Analyst: Without Deal, We Would've Attacked Israel
Iranian political analyst: If a deal with the West had not been reached, Obama would've had to beg Khamenei not to attack Israel.
Obama's Approval Ratings Reach Lowest Level Yet
New poll finds 54% of Americans disapprove of Obama's job at the helm, particularly critical of 'Obamacare'.
Republicans Slam Obama for Castro Handshake
"Neville Chamberlain shook hands with Hitler," notes John McCain after President Obama shakes hands with Cuban dictator.
Obama Shakes Castro's Hand At Mandela Event
Obama's handshake with communist leader Raul Castro comes despite frozen US-Cuban relations and imprisoned American Alan Gross' appeal.
US 'Knew About Rebel Chemical Weapons, Acted Selectively'
Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist reveals proof that US administration knew both sides had weapons; officials deny claims.
US Defense Budget Increases Aid for Anti-Missile Systems
Amendments to 2014 budget Monday propose greater US-Israel cooperation on program, which boosts Israel's defense from regional foes.
Peres: I Have No Problem Meeting with Rouhani
At Israel Business Conference, President Peres stated that purpose of negotiations is to 'turn enemies into friends.'
Bennett: Annex Jewish Areas of Judea and Samaria
Economics Minister says a deal with the PA whilst Hamas controls Gaza is like 'discussing the purchase of a car with only half its owners'.
Obama: Judea and Samaria Must Not be 'Gaza 2'
President Obama says at Saban Forum that there cannot be a situation where Judea and Samaria becomes a security threat.
Obama at Saban: We Prefer Diplomacy, But All Options On Table
Speaking at Saban Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Obama presents diplomatic agreement as stopgap solution for nuclear program.
White House Denies Reports that Obama will Visit Iran in 2014
Kuwaiti news agencies report that US President has already planned Iran trip next year.
US Calls Netanyahu 'Desperate and Weak'
Israeli TV quotes senior officials in the White House, State Department, dismissing PM's objection to Iran deal.
Obama Told Netanyahu: 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.
Obama Sends Hanukkah Greeting to the Jewish People
U.S. President wishes for future that is "bright and full of hope" in annual Hanukkah greeting.
Obama Calls Saudi King Amid Tense Relations
Saudi King receives a phone call from U.S. President Barack Obama, Iran deal likely discussed.
Obama on Iran Critics: It's Always Easy to Talk Tough
President Obama hits back at critics of Iran deal, says U.S. “cannot close the door on diplomacy.”
Experts: US 'Unprepared' for Potential Iran Attack
Security experts gather in Washington D.C., say threat of Iranian 'Electromagnetic Pulse' attack is 'more immediate than most realize.'
Obama to Personally Appeal to Senators: Wait with the Sanctions
Obama will meet key senators, ask them to hold off on passing new sanctions on Iran.
Kerry to Return to Israel Friday to Discuss PA, Iran
Amid rising tensions between US and Israel, talks of Iran deal, Kerry is returning to Jerusalem Friday to smoothen relations after fallout.
Obama to Congress: You Want War? Then Toughen the Sanctions
Obama warns Congress against further sanctions on Iran, claims that military action would have dangerous consequences for the U.S.
Former FM: Clarify Israel's Position with the US
Moshe Arens backs PM's stance against US support of PA, Iran deal; says no need to fear confrontation.
Obama: A Deal with Iran is Better than a Confrontation
President Obama says that an interim deal with Iran would provide "very modest relief" from the sanctions and could be reversed.
ZOA Blasts Obama Over Iran
Obama has repeatedly claimed the he will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons, but his record indicates otherwise, says ZOA.
Kerry: US Sees Jewish Judea and Samaria as 'Illegitimate'
After months of speculation about US stance on issue, Kerry confirms that US is against Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.
Obama: Bibi is a Pain in the...
New book quotes the American president as expressing what he really thinks about the Prime Minister of close ally Israel.
Obama Pushing Lawmakers to Hold Off on New Iran Sanctions
Top Obama administration officials have been pushing lawmakers to hold off on new sanctions over Iran's nuclear program.
NSA Denies Obama Knew About Merkel Surveillance
NSA did not discuss with Obama "an alleged foreign intelligence operation" involving German Chancellor, says spokeswoman.
German Chancellor Calls Obama Over Claims US Spied on Her
Merkel reportedly calls to demand an explanation over claims US intelligence agencies bugged her phone.
Iran: US Mulls 'Phased' Access to Locked Funds
Following talks in Geneva, US favors giving Iran installments of frozen funds in return for action cutting back its nuclear program.
Obama: Captured Al-Qaeda Leader Will Face Justice
The United States will continue to go after Al-Qaeda-linked groups in Africa, says President Barack Obama.
Obama: Raise the Debt Ceiling Or We're in Trouble
President Barack Obama says the U.S. economy risks a “very deep recession” if Congress doesn’t raise the debt ceiling.
Obama Insulted the Iranian People, Says Iran's Foreign Minister
President Obama shouldn't have told PM Netanyahu that the military option was still on the table regarding Iran, says Mohammad Javad Zarif.
White House to Support Retroactive Pay to Federal Workers
White House says it will support legislation that would retroactively pay federal workers who have been furloughed due to the shutdown.
Shooting Victim Thought Obama Was Communicating with Her
Woman who led police on a high-speed chase near the Capitol before being shot dead believed Obama was monitoring her home.
Kerry: Iran Will Be Judged by its Actions
U.S. Secretary of State promises Israel that Iran will need to prove itself through actions, not just words.
Netanyahu: 'Keep The Pressure On'
PM Netanyahu said during his address to the members of the US Foreign Relations Committee yesterday to continue applying pressure on Iran.
Iranian FM Derides 'Flip-Flopping' Obama via Twitter
“President Obama needs consistency to promote mutual confidence. Flip flop undermines US credibility,” Javad Zarif wrote.
Netanyahu to Obama: Iran Must Take Meaningful Actions
Iran’s conciliatory remarks have to be matched by “transparent, verifiable, meaningful actions,” Netanyahu tells President Obama.
