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Trump gives Iran an ultimatum

US Pres. Trump promises to retaliate for downed drone if Iran doesn't initiate talks. Iran: Khamenei opposes talks with US.

Danger ahead: Iran’s rogue Revolutionary Guards

The confrontation between Iran and the US reaches new heights. Who will be the first to blink and be ready for compromise?

Why is Israel quiet about US troop influx in Mideast?

US flexes military power across Persian Gulf, showing Iran it is unafraid of confrontation. Why has Israel been silent?

Watch: 'Death=America' - Iranian music video

Video depicting Lady Liberty as skeleton holding menorah produced as part of Iran's 'Down with USA Grand Award' competition.

US, Argentina convene summit on Hezbollah

US and Argentina convene two-day regional summit about the persistent Hezbollah threat, ahead of 25th anniversary of AMIA attack.

Mexico looks south for help to block US-bound migrants

Mexico agreed to the US' immigration deal, but it may need its neighbors' help to implement it.

US Jewish community looks to defend itself as attacks rise

As the number of anti-Semitic incidents rises, twin efforts aim to prevent and recognize shootings, and arm worshipers.

Fake News? For Americans that's worse than terrorism

A Pew Research Center survey shows that Americans view fake news as a critical issue, worse than terrorism, climate change and racism.

Ocasio-Cortez: $10 trillion needed to combat climate change

'It’s not politically popular, people are going to call it unrealistic, and I just don’t think people understand how bad the problem is.'

China warns its citizens against visiting the US

In a jab to the US amid an escalating trade battle, China says that 'shootings, robberies and thefts have occurred frequently in the US.'

Need a US visa? You'll need to provide your social media names

New State Department guidelines require applicants provide social media info, phone numbers, and email addresses dating back five years.

Cold War deja vu? US says Russia is testing nuclear weapons

Head of the US Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) says that Russia will build up its nuclear weapons 'significantly' in the next decade.

World's smallest surviving baby released from hospital

Baby Saybie, born at 8.6 ounces, was released from a San Diego hospital weighing a healthy five pounds.

Iraq offers to mediate peaceful resolution between US and Iran

New efforts to ease tensions between U.S. and Iran.

Yeshivah students save the life of man with a swastika

A group of teenaged yeshivah students save a man with a swastika tattoo from drowning in a reservoir in Boston.

US issues 90-day license allowing business with Huawei

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei promises company 'won't be affected' by US ban.

Report: Israel won't join US-Iran war unless attacked

New report says Israeli, US, officials held meeting to discuss tensions with Iran.

US birth rates hit 32-year low, not enough to replace population

A rate of 2.1 births is required for the younger generation to replace the aging population. The US has not reached this rate in 10 years.

CEO Jeff Bezos breaks ground at Amazon's $1.5 billion airport

The air cargo hub, slated to open in 2021, will 'get you your packages faster.'

Threats and sanctions: Battle of minds between the US and Iran

What we know (and don't know) about the state of US-Iran relations.

'Haredi couple' in Chicago exposed as Christian missionaries

The couple moved to the Jewish neighborhood of West Rogers Park a few months ago with a mission to influence Jews to adopt Christianity.

Is the tension between the US and Iran dangerous for Israel?

Iran continues to provoke the US, which is threatening the regime in Tehran. Will Iranian missiles land in Israel soon?

Israel drugmaker Teva vows to fight US price-fixing lawsuit

US states sue Israeli pharmaceutical giant Teva for leading 'marketwide collusion.'

Watch: Oklahoma man opens friend's door - is bitten by snake

Oklahoma man approaches his friend's door, unaware that a snake is wrapped around the lamp above the front door.

Pardoned former US soldier didn't recognize White House's number

Michael Behenna was convicted of unpremeditated murder in a combat zone of the 2008 killing of an unarmed Iraqi prisoner.

Iran: 'US sanctions are against international norms'

'This U.S. measure is against the international commitments of this regime. The United States will be responsible for the caused losses.'

Egyptian cleric on anti-Semitic rant: America, West are the Jews

'Conflict between Jews, Muslims started with Muhammad, who could defeat plots, traps, tricks of Jews and cleanse Medina of their "filth".'

Senior Israeli official:

Significant info about Iran attack preparations came from Mossad

Source notes info obtained by Mossad was transferred to US and formed basis for decision to bolster forces, including aircraft carrier.

US ambassadors on rocket attacks: Enough is enough!

In a joint statement published by a visiting US delegation, ambassadors express full support for Israel.

Boeing 737 crashes into Florida river

Plane carrying 143 people from Guantanamo Bay in Cuba to a military base in Jacksonville but ended up in the St. John's River.

Assange begins long legal battle to avoid extradition to U.S.

Assange may face extradition to Sweden as well if it reopens a rape case from one of Assange's alleged victims.

As survivors dwindle, US still pursues Holocaust restitution

State Dept envoy says issue of restitution still lingers. 'What do you do with property where the whole family was murdered?'

Palestinian to be deported from US over terror attack in Israel

Palestinian Arab terrorist convicted in Israel for bomb attack on bus to be deported from the US, court rules.

Congress members call for Israelis to have easier entry into US

Congress members push to allow Israel full participation in program allowing expedited entry for 'pre-approved, low-risk travelers.'

Analysis: Are Iran and the United States heading for war?

Reports of US Naval buildup near Middle East as Iran threatens shipping lanes in response to US sanctions.

US sanctions individuals, companies for helping Hezbollah

US sanctions two men and three companies for helping Hezbollah avoid US sanctions.

From next month: American investors to be able to work in Israel

New visa grants temporary residency to US investors, their family members, and employees.

Policy Seminar Hosts Langfan

Security analyst to speak at Capitol Hill policy seminar

This Thursday, the EMET's Capitol Hill Policy Seminar Series will host security analyst Mark Langfan.

One-third of Americans don't believe 6 million Jews murdered

According to survey, 31% of US adults believe 2 million or less Jews killed in Holocaust. 66% of millennials didn't know what Auschwitz was.

US Embassy announces new visa for Israelis

New US visa aims to help Israelis looking to invest in US.

US charges Assange with hacking gov't computer

The charge has a penalty of up to five years in prison but Assange has the right to fight the extradition request in British courts.

Trump admin bans BDS founder from entering US

Omar Barghouti, one of the founders of anti-Israel BDS movement denied entry into the US from Israel's Ben Gurion Airport.

Blizzard-like weather for central US

National Weather Service warns major storm may bring blizzard-like conditions, render travel impossible.

Rouhani: If the US threatens us, we'll make advanced centrifuges

Iran's Pres. Rouhani promises to 'mass produce' centrifuges if US continues 'pressure.'

How Netanyahu became an issue in the US presidential campaign

2020 Democratic hopefuls take aim at Israel's prime minister, as Israeli policies - and its leaders - become focus of presidential race.

Report: US peace plan to be presented by mid-June

Senior White House official says plan will be presented by mid-June, exact date still unclear.

Last day of Harvard funded 'Israeli Apartheid Week'

One of Harvard's Apartheid Week's speakers is Omar Barghouti, a co-founder of the BDS movement and member of the notorious Barghouti clan.

Watch: Is the US State Department Biased against Israel?

56 terror attacks this week - 557 from the beginning of 2019.

The key juncture of US fight against terrorism

With ISIS and Al-Qaida weakened, US faces an evolving anti-terror mission.

Parkland shooting survivor kills himself, 2nd suicide in 1 week

The student's death comes only a week after Sydney Aiello, 19, died by self-inflicted gunfire.

US to leave 1,000 troops in Syria, despite planned 'withdrawal'

Months after Trump vowed to pull US out of Syria, US reportedly planning to leave almost half of troops currently stationed in Syria.

US urges UN to impose sanctions on Iran

United States warns Security Council that Iran's recent missile-related launches could be capable of delivering nuclear weapons.

Kelly Craft new US ambassador to United Nations

US Pres. Trump announces Canada Amb. Kelly Craft as nominee for US ambassador to United Nations.

Judge rules boy born to gay Israeli father is US citizen

California judge rules non-American twin of US child should have been granted citizenship at birth due to fathers' relationship status.

US denies telling banks not to work with Palestinian Authority

Following claims by PA that US is pressuring banks to deny loans to Palestinian Authority, US official denies government involved.

What would happen if US withdrew from Afghanistan?

US officials deny report that about half of 14,000 US troops stationed there will be coming home by spring.

US blocks UN statement on Hevron observers

US blocks proposed UN Security Council statement expressing "regret" over Israel's decision to end international observer force in Hevron.

46 years after Roe, Americans back greater limits on abortion

75% of Americans favor banning abortions after first trimester, 65% support overturning or significantly reinterpreting Roe v. Wade.

Israeli general warns US withdrawal from Syria is a red flag

Former NSA Yaakov Amidror warns that US pullout from Syria endangers Kurds, empowers Turkey, and sends troubling message to American allies.

American withdrawal from Syria begins

US forces begin pulling out of Syria, in accordance with President Trump's orders to end US deployment in war-torn country.