Kerry to Return to Israel in Late May
US Secretary of State John Kerry to return to Israel in late May in effort to re-start peace talks.
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Wrong Mideast Choices Will 'Reverberate for Generations'
Top US Army Lieutenant Colonel speaks to Arutz Sheva about Iranian nuclear program, Syrian crisis, American influence and future of Mideast.
Cuba Open to Talks with US Over Alan Gross, Detained 'Spies'
Cuba ready to open talks with the United States on swapping their respective nationals held for spying, says Cuban FM.
'Cuban Five' Member Must Renounce US Citizenship: Court
Member of "Cuban Five" group convicted of espionage will be allowed to remain permanently in Cuba in exchange for renouncing US citizenship.
Jewish-Latino Relations 'Have Certainly Come a Long Way'
Groups sign cooperative agreement to jointly deepen and strengthen relations between the Jewish and Latino communities in the United States.
N. Korea Sentences US Citizen to Hard Labor for 'Hostile Acts'
North Korea said Thursday that it had sentenced an American citizen to 15 years of prison labor for "hostile acts" against communist regime.
US Launches 'Independent Review' of Boston Attack Intelligence
The US government announced that it has launched a review of the handling and sharing of intelligence prior to the Boston Marathon attacks.
Report: Afghan President Confirms Receiving Cash from CIA
Afghan President Hamid Karzai confirmed Monday that his office has received money from the CIA over the past decade.
Father of Boston Bomber Hospitalized, Preventing Departure to US
The father of two brothers accused of bombing the Boston Marathon has been hospitalized, preventing his departure for the United States.
Napolitano Praises Jewish Community For Post-Attack Security
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security praises Jewish community for efforts in ensuring safety following Boston bombings.
N. Korea to Put US Citizen on Trial
North Korea says it will put US citizen on trial for trying to overthrow communist regime, amid soaring tensions between the two countries.
Ex-State Dept Employee Indicted on Cuba Espionage Charge
US has indicted a former State Department employee now living in Sweden with conspiracy to commit espionage for Cuba.
Gunman Kills Five in Small US Town
Five people were found dead on Wednesday in their home in the small town of Manchester, Illinois.
US: UN Official Falk 'Spews Vitriol', Has 'No Place at UN'
US ambassador to UN calls for dismissal of top UN official who attempted to blame Boston bombings 'on Tel Aviv.'
Iran: US-Israel Arms Deal Only Serves to Destabilize Region
Iran has denounced a deal for the US to sell advanced missiles and aircraft to Israel, saying it will only serve to destabilize the region.
Three Saudis Imprisoned for Plotting to Kill Americans
An anti-terror court has sentenced three Saudis to six years in prison each for plotting to kill Americans.
Syria Accuses US of 'Throwing Oil on Fire'
Syrian government daily accuses US of having "thrown oil on the fire" of country's conflict by doubling its aid to the opposition.
US Lawmaker Under Fire Over 'Jew Me Down' Slur
US lawmaker apologizes after making derogatory slur against Jews while debating a bill on the House floor.
Iran F-5 Fighter Plane Crashes, Kills Two
An Iranian US-made F-5 fighter plane crashed Sunday after hitting a mountain in the west of the country, killing both crew members.
National Tragedy Perverted to Promote Jewish Conspiracy Theories
“It is disturbing that once again extremists are taking advantage of a national tragedy to promote conspiracy theories," says ADL.
Gunman Kills Police Officer at Prestigious Boston University
A gunman shot and killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer in an eruption of gunfire at the prestigious university.
Security Boosted Across US After Boston Blast
Security was boosted across the United States after a double blast killed at least 3 people and injured more than 100 at Boston Marathon.
Obama Urges North Korea to End 'Belligerent Approach'
President Obama urged North Korea to end its "belligerent approach", as American officials sought to downplay leaked intelligence report.
US 'Ready to Help Iranian People' In Quake's Aftermath
The United States says it is "ready to help the Iranian people" in aftermath of a 6.3-magnitude earthquake.
US Not 'Blindsided' By Iran's New Uranium Mines?
US concerned after Iran unveiled new uranium production facility and two extraction mines; maintains officials were not "blindsided".
US: College on Lockdown After 14 Stabbed
Up to 14 people were stabbed at a campus in Texas. One person arrested.
US Budget Cuts Could Delay Trial of Bin Laden Son-In-Law
The highly anticipated trial of Osama bin Laden's son-in-law could be delayed due to U.S. federal budget cuts.
N. Korea Preparing Fourth Nuclear Test: South
North Korea appears to be preparing a fourth nuclear test as well as a provocative missile launch, South Korea said on Monday.
WikiLeaks to Publish 1.7 Million US Intelligence Documents
Whistleblowing website is set to publish more than 1.7 million U.S. diplomatic and intelligence documents from the 1970s.
NASA Seeks to Tow Astroid to Moon, Says US Senator
NASA wants to tow astroid into orbit around moon, as part of a long-range plan towards establishing permanent manned outposts in space.
Kerry: Slain Diplomat 'Smart, Capable, Eager to Serve'
Secretary of State John Kerry paid tribute to American female diplomat who was among six NATO personnel killed in two attacks in Afghanistan
US Embassy Deletes Tweet Following Spat With Egypt
US Embassy in Cairo deletes controversial tweet about attacks on freedom of expression in Egypt following complaints by President Morsi.
N. Korea Approves 'Merciless' Military Strikes Against US
North Korea says it has final approval to launch "merciless" military strikes against US, involving use of "cutting-edge" nuclear weapons.
North Korea Crisis Could Spiral Out of Control: Ban
UN chief Ban Ki-moon warns Korean peninsula crisis could spiral out of control, after North Korea announced it would restart nuclear reactor
NRA Task Force Recommends Armed Staff In Every School
NRA task force releases student-safety plan that dismisses idea of new gun controls in favor of placement of armed staff in every school.
US Deploys Destroyer Off Tense Korean Peninsula
The United States has placed a destroyer off the South Korean coast to defend against a possible missile strike.
Caroline Kennedy in Running for Ambassador to Japan
The daughter of slain president John F. Kennedy, is being vetted as the United States' next ambassador to Japan.
Blast Kills 10 Near US Consulate in Pakistan
Pakistani Taliban claims responsibility for a blast that killed 10 people and injured 31 others near US Consulate in Peshawar on Friday.
Former American Soldier Charged With Fighting For Al-Qaeda
A former America soldier has been arrested and charged with terror offenses after he joined a Syrian Al-Qaeda-linked rebel group.
Spring Snowstorm Grounds Hundreds of US Flights
Another huge snow storm, stretching from St. Louis to Washington, grounded hundreds of flights on Monday.
Israeli, US, Greek Warships Conclude 'Noble Dina'
Israeli, Greek and US warships conclude joint two-week Mediterranean naval exercise codenamed "Noble Dina"
'Prototype al-Qaeda Operative' Charged in New York
Alleged al-Qaeda who plotted a bomb attack against American diplomatic facilities in Nigeria was charged Wednesday in New York.
Controversial Hagel Plans Israel Visit to Boost Defense Ties
US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel plans to visit the Jewish state in April to boost cooperation between the two countries.
Rep. Engel Joins Obama, 'Brings Voices of New Yorkers' to Israel
Rep. Eliot Engel, the top Democrat on House Foreign Affairs Committee has joined President Obama on his first official trip to Israel.
Kerry to Meet Netanyahu Following Obama Visit
Secretary of State John Kerry is set to return to Jerusalem on Saturday to meet PM Netanyahu after the visit of President Obama.
Steinitz: 'Apparently Clear Chemical Weapons Used in Syria'
Either Syrian rebels or the Damascus regime have used chemical weapons in country's civil war, said Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz.
FBI Patriot Act Snooping Tactic Ruled Unconstitutional
A US judge has ordered the FBI to stop its "pervasive" use of National Security letters to snoop on phone and email records
US to Boost Missile Defenses Against North Korea
The US said it would bolster defenses against a possible strike amid N. Korean threats of a "pre-emptive" nuclear attack
ZOA Praises Walk-Out After Israel Accused of 'Genocide'
ZOA praises Obama Administration for walking out of meeting with Iranian diplomats after one accused Israel of "genocide."
Hackers Post Private Data of Michelle Obama, FBI Head
Hackers have reportedly leaked personal financial data belonging to first lady Michelle Obama and head of the FBI.
US Spy Chief Warns of Cyber Danger and North Korea Threat
US spy chief James Clapper voiced alarm over N. Korea's recent "belligerent" rhetoric and over the increase in cyber attacks.
US Slaps Sanctions on North Korea's Primary Trade Bank
The US imposed sanctions on N. Korea's primary foreign exchange bank as it bids to force the regime to abandon its nuclear program.
South Korea and US Defy North's Threats, Launch Joint Drills
The start of the two-week "Key Resolve" exercise follows a week of escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula.
Two US Soldiers Killed in 'Insider Attack' on Afghan Base
Two American soldiers in Afghanistan were killed along with several local troops in the latest suspected insider attack
Obama Continues to Reach Out to Republicans
Obama is determined to continue to reach out to his Republican opponents to facilitate Congressional approval of key agenda items.
'No Honor' For Egyptian 'Woman of Courage'
ADL welcomes decision to defer awarding Women of Courage Award to Egyptian activist Samira Ibrahim following anti-Semitic tweets.
Obama Meets With Jewish Leaders Prior to Israel Trip
President Obama meets with Jewish leaders at White House in anticipation of upcoming trip to Israel.
US Senator Filibusters CIA Pick, Questions Drone Use
GOP Sen. Paul took to the Senate floor Wednesday in a filibuster to block the president's nominee to lead CIA.
Massive Winter Storm, Once Again, Hits US
A massive winter storm is hitting the northern United States, grounding 2,600 flights, closing schools and leaving roadways impassible.
Family of US Marine Held in Iran Calls for Mercy
The family of a former US Marine who has been held in Iran for 555 days renewed calls for his release, urging Iranian leaders to show mercy.
