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UN Envoy Ruffled by Israeli Security Checks on Eve of Easter

UN Middle East envoy Robert Serry "denounces" security checks, as thousands of Christian pilgrims attend Jerusalem celebrations.

UN Chief Urges Netanyahu, Abbas, to Carry on Talks

Ban Ki-moon speaks to Israeli PM, Palestinian Authority chief individually in a bid to rescue collapsing talks.

Iran: Barring Our Ambassador is 'Regrettable'

Iran says it “regrets” the United States’ decision not to issue a visa to its next UN ambassador, but says the decision won't nuclear talks.

PA to Join Geneva Conventions

In latest move to gain legitimacy, Switzerland signs PA on to Geneva Conventions.

Congress Backs Bill that Bans Iranian Ambassador

The House unanimously approves a bill that would bar Iran's choice for ambassador to the United Nations from stepping on U.S. soil.

UN Chief Approves PA Breach of Talks

Ban signs documents to process Abbas's requests, 'State of Palestine' to join conventions May 2. Other countries to follow suit and approve.

White House: Iran's Pick for UN Ambassador 'Not Viable'

The selection of hostage-taker as Iran's UN ambassador is "not viable", says White House spokesman.

Senate Votes to Ban Iran UN Ambassador From Entering the US

Bipartisan support for bill preventing known terrorists from entering US as UN envoys ensures unanimous vote in favor.

Israeli Envoy: PA Violating the Conventions it Seeks to Join

Israel’s UN envoy mocks PA's bid to join international conventions, says it violates most of them.

Minister Claims PA 'Uninterested' in Palestinian State

Uri Orbach calls out Ramallah for playing the victim in talks, calls Israel 'an island of realism in an ocean of obsessives.'

Bennett Calls to Bring PA to Hague Over War Crimes

Economics Minister, in manifesto, turns the tables on Ramallah's bid for international legitimacy.

Abbas Refused to Withdraw PA Applications to UN

Senior PA official claims Kerry asked the PA Chairman to withdraw the bid, prevent 'a provocation against Israel.' Abbas refused.

US Officials Considering Cutting PA Aid After Abbas's UN Gambit

Ranking Democratic and Republican representatives said they would reconsider aid to the PA after Mahmoud Abbas's UN membership application

PA Ambassador: There Are 550 Organizations We Can Join

PA's UN ambassador: We are even eligible to join the International Criminal Court.

UN Confirms it Received PA's Applications

UN's special envoy on Mideast peace confirms he received requests from PA officials to join 13 international conventions and treaties.

White House 'Disappointed' at Unilateral Moves

White House spokesman criticizes both Israel and the PA for 'unhelpful unilateral action'.

Peace Talks in Tatters

Kerry's Claim Revealed False; PA Officially Applies to UN Groups

Despite US Sec. of State's insistence to the contrary, Abbas submits applications to agencies which are UN-linked. See inside for full list.

Minister Warns PA Will 'Pay A Heavy Price' for UN Move

Minister Landau warns Abbas breach of talk conditions may lead to annexation of Judea and Samaria. Feiglin says 'cancel Oslo Accords.'

Talks Down But Not Out?

Kerry Says Too Early to Declare Talks Dead

Kerry announces canceled Abbas meeting, but says despite crisis talks set to continue until the end of April.

Peace Talks Over?

Kerry Cancels Abbas Meeting as PA Requests To Join UN Agencies

Abbas breaches peace talk conditions by making unilateral bid for international recognition; Kerry cancels upcoming visit to Ramallah.

PA Admits 'Blackmailing' Israel To Free Terrorists

Spokesman of Abbas's party reveals use of UN recognition to 'blackmail' releases; confirms Judea Samaria council accusations.

Bennett: Let Abbas Go to the UN Already; He'll Lose Out, Not Us

Jewish Home party leader Naftali Bennett is tired of Mahmoud Abbas' threats to 'go to the UN.' Let him, said Bennett.

Prime Minister Issues Scathing Attack on UN Human Rights Council

Netanyahu brands UNHRC a 'procession of hypocrisy'; council also under fire for whitewashing Saudi human rights abuses.

Iran Claims UN Rapporteur is a 'Mossad Spy'

Iranian lawmaker claims that the United Nations’ Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran is "an agent for the Zionist regime."

Peace Now Accused of Legitimizing 'Murderers and Rapists'

Far-left NGO slammed for taking part in anti-Israel parlay sponsored by some of the world's worst human rights violators.

PA Threatens UN Moves Next Week

If Israel doesn't release last batch of terrorists this week, PA threatens to violate peace talk terms and make unilateral moves.

UN Blames Israel for Problems in Judea, Samaria and Gaza

UN's Human Rights High Commissioner says that "settlements" and "attacks by settlers" are a "major source" of trouble in the region.

UN's Falk Accuses Israel of Ethnic Cleansing

Richard Falk, the UN’s “human rights expert”, accuses Israel of a campaign of ethnic cleansing and apartheid policies against Arabs.

U.S., Britain Call to Investigate Iranian Weapons Ship

The United States and Britain called for a UN investigation of Israel's interception of the Klos C weapons ship.

Is the Saudi King Holding His Daughters Against Their Will?

UN receives complaints about Saudi princesses being held against their will, but it could be a while before anything is done.

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire, Urges 'Restraint'

UN Secretary-General condemns the rocket attacks from Gaza, then urges all sides "to exercise maximum restraint."

Rouhani Not Living Up to His Promises, Says UN Chief

UN Secretary-General says that Iran's President has failed to fulfill his promises to allow greater freedom of expression.

EU-Funded Arab News Source Posts Its 'Protocols'

Judea and Samaria-based Ma'an News Agency caught regurgitating Russian forgery; network funded by EU and UN.

PA Complains to UN Over Temple Mount

PA’s observer in the UN calls on the UN Security Council to prevent Israel’s “illegal activities” at the Temple Mount.

UN: Syria War 'Shameful Indictment' of World

UN's Ban condemns global inaction, as new US human rights report notes Syria as world's leading offender.

Lebanon to Complain to UN Over Israeli Airstrikes

Lebanon’s Foreign Minister asks the country’s UN envoy to file a complaint against Israel over two airstrikes that targeted Hezbollah.

Syrian Refugees May Pass Afghan Refugees, Says UN

Syrians could soon overtake Afghans as the world's biggest refugee population, predicts UN's refugee commissioner.

New Video Reveals 'The Truth About the UN'

Former Ambassador to US Danny Ayalon appears in new video explaining why the UN disproportionately targets Israel.

Israel Guilty of 'Apartheid', Says Falk in Final Report

In his final report to the UN, “human rights expert” Richard Falk accuses Israel of a "systematic oppression of the Palestinian people".

Report: Against UN Deal, Iran Arming Iraq

UN allegedly aware of the arms sale, but have not taken action yet; concerns of escalation in sectarian tensions across the Middle East.

UN Security Council Adopts Resolution on Syria

Resolution demands that humanitarian aid convoys be allowed into famine-stricken cities throughout Syria. But will it be effective?

Israel's UN Envoy: Lift the Mask Off Iran

The Iranian regime smiles when it meets with the West, but is in fact a murderous and cruel regime, says ambassador Ron Prosor.

Israel to Chair Elections for UN Human Rights Committee

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations unanimously nominated to chair the elections for the UN Human Rights Committee.

UN's Falk Accuses Israel of 'Inhuman Acts'

In his final report before stepping down as a human rights expert, Richard Falk calls on the UN to back a “legitimacy war” against Israel.

Horrific Accounts of Hunger as Homs Evacuation Ends

Homs evacuation sees 1,300 people transferred to safety; horrific accounts of hunger in the besieged city make headlines worldwide.

Israel Joins Powerful UN Human Rights Groups

Israel participates, for the first time, in JUSCANZ, a UN grouping which advises the UN Human Rights Council.

Power Promises to Fight to Get Israel on Security Council

U.S. ambassador to the United Nations promises she will “not give up” on getting Israel a seat on the UN Security Council.

Syria: Aid Workers Injured After Coming Under Fire in Homs

At least four aid workers wounded as fragile ceasefire falls apart one day after being agreed.

Syria Again Promises Homs Ceasefire, Evacuation

Assad reportedly agrees to ceasefire in Homs to let civilians out and aid in, follows initial promises Sunday during Geneva 2 talks.

Israel's UN Envoy: Time to End the Incitement

Ambassador Ron Prosor warns: Any country that does not work to stop the incitement now paves the way for the horrors to come.

UN Exhibit to Honor March of the Living

When You Listen to a Witness, You Become a Witness is new UN exhibition that will open next week.

South Sudan Signs Ceasefire With Rebels

Violence raging since Dec. 15 has killed over 1,000, displaced half million. Questions remain as to whether rebels can implement deal.

UN Experts Slam Surge in Iranian Executions

After Amnesty report reveals two people executed every day so far this year, UN calls on Tehran to curb the killings.

Inappropriate Use of the Fourth Geneva Convention

UN Cancels Iran's Invite to Syria Peace Talks

UN head withdraws offer for Iran to attend Geneva 2 after Tehran refuses to support a June 2012 political transition deal.

Netanyahu to UN: Can You Handle the Truth?

Prime Minister responds to UNESCO decision to postpone exhibition on Jewish history in Israel because facts 'might endanger peace process'.

UN Envoy Blasts 'Palestinian Solidarity Year'

UN "allocates endless resources to advancing lies and half-truths of the Palestinian leadership", charges ambassador Ron Prosor.

Liberman Seeks ‘New Page’ with UN Rights Council

Liberman expresses interest in fresh start vis-a-vis UNHRC, after cutting ties in 2012 due to persistent bias.

MFA on Illegal Immigrants: 'The Situation is Complex'

Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs releases statement explaining that Israel is following international law regarding infiltrators.

Bennett Names 'Hot Mic' UN Interpreter as His Person of the Year

Jewish Home chairman placed in the #2 spot on Channel 2’s “Politicians of the Year” list for 2013, after Prime Minister Netanyahu.