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Report: PA to Join International Criminal Court

Following failed UN statehood bid, Palestinian Authority head Abbas to apply for ICC membership later today, sources say.

'UN Security Council Has Reached a New Low with PA Bid'

ADL director denounces PA's unilateral move, says Abbas is playing 'negative political game with future of the Palestinian people.'

Israeli Ministers Slam 'Failed PA Provocation at UN'

Foreign minister, defense minister and others say PA resolution shows it is committed to delegitimization not Oslo, suggest it be disbanded.

Russia 'Regrets' That PA's Unilateral UN Bid Failed

Russia laments failure of PA bid demanding statehood and Israeli withdrawals as a 'strategic error' after voting for it.

UN Security Council to Vote on PA Bid Tonight

Jordan says UN to vote on unilateral demand for recognition and Israeli withdrawals, after PA FM said submission would wait till next year.

Hamas Slams PA Statehood Bid as 'Surrender' to Israel

Hamas spokesman Mushir al-Masri accuses PA of making decisions for the 'Palestinian cause' without the people's consent.

PA, Arab Council Weigh Deadline for UN Draft Resolution

Reports differing on when the draft will be presented to the UN, as Jordan vows to push ahead - despite PA hesitancy.

Watch: Are These the 10 Most Memorable UN Moments of 2014?

UN Watch reveals 'top 10' clips from some of the most memorable, and outrageous, moments at the UN Human Rights Council.

PA UN Bid to be Postponed for Next Year

PA FM reveals Arab ambassadors mulling unilateral resolution demanding recognition and withdrawals, likely to be put off yet again.

Netanyahu: What is the United Nations Doing?

At Cabinet meeting, PM addresses Iranian and PA threat to Israel while criticizing the UN for its hypocrisy and double standard in response.

Fighting fire with fire

'If UN Recognizes Palestine, Israel Must Annex in Judea-Samaria'

Danon, challenging Netanyahu for Likud leadership, says if UN passes PA resolution this week, sovereignty must be Israel's answer.

Abbas: We Will No Longer Deal with Israel if UN Bid Fails

Mahmoud Abbas threatens if UN Security Council resolution calling for Israeli withdrawal by 2017 fails the PA will cut all ties with Israel.

India Considering Changing Pro-Palestinian Stance at UN

India, which enjoys ties with Israel, reportedly considering starting to abstain in UN votes related to the Palestinian Authority.

MKs Fire Back at Livni's 'Leftist Subversion' in Kerry Appeal

Naftali Bennett: Livni has reached 'rock-bottom' after she allegedly asked US to veto PA UN bid for the sake of the Left in elections.

Egypt Pledges Support for PA UN Resolution

Egyptian Foreign Minister pledges 'full backing' for draft resolution calling for Israel to withdraw to 1949 Armistice lines.

Report: Kerry Stalled PA UN Bid to Stop Right Winning Elections

Diplomats: Kerry finalized US veto to PA statehood text only after Livni, Peres begged him that it would influence the elections rightward.

UNGA Demands Israel Pay for Oil Spill in Lebanon During 2006 War

Non-binding resolution claims Israel caused massive oil spill from airstrike during 2006 war; Israel rejects biased resolution.

US Finally Says it Opposes Unilateral PA UN Bid

After fence sitting with Kerry saying he was open to resolution, State Department says it 'can't support' demand for Israeli withdrawals.

UN Votes to Try North Korea for Crimes Against Humanity

UN General Assembly votes to try Kim Jong-Un at ICC over atrocities committed against his own people; North Korea calls it 'political plot.'

UN Doubles Gaza Damage Estimate, Demands More Funds

UNRWA doubles number of homes damaged in Hamas terror war, calls for millions of dollars to subsidize Gazans' rent.

PM: Abbas's UN Bid Allows Hamas Takeover in Judea-Samaria

Netanyahu slams PA resolution at UN demanding 2017 Israeli withdrawal, as Arab League urges US not to veto and 'ruin peace.'

Israel: Geneva 'Human Rights' Convention Undermines Int'l Law

US, Israel boycott Geneva Conventions conference on 'human rights' in the Middle East as 'political exercise.'

Kerry Reportedly Vows UN Veto, PA Pushes UN Bid Anyway

Kerry vows veto on demand for Israeli withdrawals citing Knesset elections in Erekat meeting; PA bid on Wednesday.

Liberman: Israel Will Not Be Dictated to by the PA

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman urges Israel to be proactive in fighting international pressure, forge ties with 'moderate' Arab world.

Kerry Trying to Prevent Israeli-Palestinian 'Showdown' at UN

US Secretary of State to meet with Netanyahu in Rome as PA wants UNSC resolution on statehood by end of year.

UN Official: Circumstances of Abu Ein's Death 'Disturbing'

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights says the death of senior PA minister were "disturbing", calls for timely investigation.

UN Official: Israel Should be Investigated for Chemical Weapons

Israel has a large store of chemical weapons, a top UN official charged Wednesday, calling for an investigation into Israel's cache.

UN, EU Call for Investigation into Abu Ein's Death

UN, EU call for 'quick' investigation into death; Hamas vows revenge. IDF autopsy to be coordinated with PA.

Syria Demands UN Impose Sanctions on Israel

Syria’s Foreign Ministry demands UN impose sanctions in response to "Israeli aggression on Syrian soil", following alleged airstrikes.

'Zionists: Only Death Awaits You Here'

Palestinian boy uploads video to Youtube on anniversary of partition vote. Says resistance will continue and Palestine will soon be free.

Arab League Refuses to Recognize Israel as Jewish State

Categorical rejection of 'Jewish state law' from Arab League ahead of controversial vote; support for PA action against Israel in UN, ICC.

Israel's UN Ambassador: Europe Has Failed Us Again

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, hits out at European governments over their unilateral recognition of "Palestine".

UN Chief: More Countries Will Recognize 'Palestine'

Ban Ki-moon calls on Israel and PA to resume peace talks, predicts the “momentum” of countries recognizing “Palestine” will grow.

UN Chief: Israel, Palestinians 'Standing at the Precipice'

Ban Ki-moon calls on Israel, PA to return to negotiations 'before it's too late'; Europeans not bothering to wait to declare 'Palestine.'

PLO Delays UN Statehood Bid Again - For Iran Talks

PA foreign minister announces another delay of proposal to force Israeli withdrawals, citing need to lobby and UN priority on Iran talks.

Fatah: We Will Turn to UN by November 29

Despite pressure from the US, Fatah officials claim they will approach the UN about recognition of a Palestinian state by end of this week.

Abbas in Fiery Speech: We Will Stay in Our Country

PA Chairman slams Israel's policies and reiterates his intent to go to the UN, but also declares he's against terrorist attacks.

Jews at Prayer - Some Reflections

UN Chief Calls for 'Difficult Decisions' Following Attack

Ban Ki-moon condemns Har Nof terrorist attack, says leaders on both sides should make the difficult decisions that will promote stability.

'Expel the Families of the Terrorists'

Deputy Min. Ben-Dahan calls for expulsion and crackdown on Arab educational system; J'lem protests for 'revenge' and in front of UN in NYC.

UN Blames 'Occupation' for Jerusalem Violence, Calls for Talks

UN Security Council official claims talks could quell violence from Hamas, terrorists in Jerusalem - even if the facts say otherwise.

University Funded by EU, UN, Honors Jerusalem Murderer

Al-Quds University names tournament after 'heroic martyr': the Hamas terrorist who murdered two Israelis last week.

UN Chief Urges 'Dialogue' as Violence Continues

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urges Israelis and Palestinians to reduce the simmering hostilities.

UN Envoy: Ignoring Terrorism is Similar to Supporting Terrorism

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, urges the international community to stand alongside Israel in the fight against terror.

UN Launches Inquiry into 'Israeli Strikes on Gaza Shelters'

UN head Ban Ki-moon announces commission of inquiry to investigate alleged Israeli strikes on Gaza schools during Operation Protective Edge.

Can You Hear it? The UN's Deafening Silence

Israel's Mission to the UN releases short clip illustrating UN Security Council's silence in the face of Palestinian terrorism.

PA Asks UN to Condemn Israel's 'Provocation'

The Palestinian Authority blames Israel for unrest in Jerusalem, accuses it of "provocation and incitement".

UN Envoy: Gaza Reconstruction Has Begun

UN's Middle East envoy says a program to reconstruct Gaza after this summer's war with Israel has begun.

Iran Claims Most Executions Are Over Drug Smuggling

93 percent of executions in the country involve drug smuggling, says Iranian official in response to UN report.

Malala Yousafzai to Donate $50K to Gaza

Enormous sum from Nobel Peace Prize winner to fund UNRWA schools - the same buildings which harbored Hamas's rockets.

Breaking News

UN Security Council to Meet over Israeli Building in Jerusalem

UNSC to hold 'emergency meeting' in response to Jordanian request after Israel announces new Jewish homes in Jerusalem.

Israel: UN Must Declare Hamas a Terror Organization

Israel’s UN Mission in New York is starting to go on the counter-attack against Hamas.

Abbas Calls for UNSC Session Over Arab Rioting in Jerusalem

PA blames 'Israeli aggression' for constant Arab rioting in the capital - and has called for the UN to intervene.

Pakistan University Suspends Staff for Hosting 'Israel' Stall

Islamists attack stall showcasing Israeli culture at mock UN event at Islamic University in Islamabad; 'they smashed everything.'

UN Commends Israel for Fighting Ebola Outbreak

In rare nod, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon lauds Jewish state's efforts to send experts to Africa, says he can 'count on' Israel.

Erekat: If Our UN Bid Fails, We'll Join Int'l Organizations

PA chief negotiator threatens to apply for membership to 522 international organizations and statutes.

Hamas-sponsor Qatar Eyeing UN Control

Qatari Emir puts former PM in running for replacement of Ban Ki-Moon in 2016, as lead terror sponsor state aims to take over the UN.

UN Head Says Israel, Palestinians Must End 'Unilateral Actions'

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says 'tough compromises' need to be made, insists 'two-state solution' the only way forward.

PA Confident on UN Vote Forcing Israeli Withdrawal by Year's End

PA FM claims enough UN Security Council votes to force through timetable plan on Israeli withdrawals, 'diplomatic downfall'.

Hezbollah Leader Snubs UN Envoy as Lebanon Tension Simmers

Hezbollah allies in Lebanon say Nasrallah refused to meet UN Syria envoy last week, sending deputy instead; local political tensions high.