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US Urges Israel to Partake in UN Human Rights Review

US urges Israel to partake in UN review of human rights situation despite state’s decision to cut ties with council due to blatant bias.

US Charges Three Over 'Gozi' Computer Virus

Federal prosecutors announce charges against three cyber thieves accused of stealing banking information.

Library of Congress Begins Archiving Billions of Tweets

The Library of Congress, repository of world's largest book collection, has begun enormous task of archiving Americans' tweets.

Iran Tries US Pastor on National Security Charges

An Iranian-American Christian pastor has been charged with plotting against Iran's national security.

Algerian Hostage Crisis May be the New Benghazi for the U.S.

Source: Just before Algerian crisis, U.S. received a number of reports that "something big" would be carried out against a Western target.

Obama Expected to Name McDonough Next Chief of Staff

President Obama is expected to name Deputy National Security Adviser Denis McDonough as the next White House chief of staff.

Russia Slams US Fine Over Disputed Chabad-Lubavitch Archive

Russia criticized a ruling by a US judge to fine Moscow $50,000 a day for failing to return a historic Jewish library to Chabad-Lubavitch

US Asks Turkey, Jordan to Oversee Syria’s Chemical Weapons

The United States has quietly asked Turkey and Jordan to keep an eye on Syria’s chemical weaponry, and possibly step in to manage them.

Date Set for Chuck Hagel's Confirmation Hearing

US lawmakers will have their first chance to formally question Chuck Hagel on January 31 when the Senate convenes its confirmation hearing.

Morsi Claims Anti-Semitic Diatribe Taken Out of Context

Egyptian President Morsi claims his virulent anti-Semitic comments about "apes and pigs" were misrepresented.

Netanyahu to Obama: Only Israel Knows Its Own Best Interests

Only the people of Israel can decide who will represent their best interests, Netanyahu said in remarks directed at President Obama.

US Urges Morsi to Repudiate Venomous Anti-Semitic Remarks

"The language that we've seen is deeply offensive," said State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland.

Netanyahu Offered Speaking Slot at Conservative Conference CPAC

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has been invited to speak at the annual gathering of the Conservative Political Action Conference.

Clinton to Testify on Benghazi Attack Next Week

Clinton scheduled to testify next Wednesday before the House Foreign Affairs Committee regarding the Sept. 11 terror attack in Benghazi.

NRA President Confident He'll Stop Assault Weapon Ban

The president of the top gun lobby said that his organization has enough backing from lawmakers to defeat a plan to outlaw assault weapons

Ros-Lehtinen: Hagel Doesn't View Israel as a US 'Ally'

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen: “Chuck Hagel has a difficult time understanding that Israel is our ally."

France to Free Terrorist Culpable in Murder of Israeli Diplomat

France has approved the release of Lebanese man involved in the murder an Israeli diplomat and an American military officer.

Briton Sentenced for Attempting to Smuggle Weapon Parts to Iran

A British businessman was sentenced to 33 months in a US prison for trying to smuggle a key missile component to Iran, officials said.

Jewish Star's Clip: Hopeful Message Recovering from "Sandy"

Watch Choni Goldman's first music video. Goldman was the winner of "Jewish Star 2012".

US: Judge Reduces Possible Sentence for Wikileaks Suspect

A US judge has reduced the possible sentence for Bradley Manning, a soldier suspected of a massive documents leak.

Terror Suspect Accused of NY Subway Attack Extradited to US

Police in UK have extradited a terror suspect to US to face charges that he took part in an Al Qaeda plot to attack NY city subway system.

Afghan Taliban Likens US Exit Strategy to Vietnam

The Taliban likened the impending withdrawal of US-led foreign troops to the end of the Vietnam war.

Iran: U.S. 'Still Lives in Cold War Era'

The U.S. “still lives in the Cold War era”, said Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman, in response to a new law enacted by President Obama.

US Plane Forced to Make Emergency Landing in Iran

A small U.S. commercial plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Iran earlier this month, Mehr news agency reported Sunday.

'Stormin Norman' Schwarzkopf dead at 78

Commander of America's Operation Desert Storm dies at 78. 'We've lost an American original,' president says.

Hawaii’s Jewish Lt. Gov., Brian Schatz, to Fill US Senate Seat

Hawaii's governor announced that Jewish Lieutenant Gov. Brian Schatz will fill US Senate seat left vacant after death of Sen. Daniel Inouye.

Yaalon: U.S. Preparing to Intervene in Syria

In an interview, government minister Moshe Yaalon said that the U.S. was preparing to intervene in Syria.

In Latest Spar Between US and Russia, Orphans Suffer

After passing in parliament, the Yakolev bill is sent to Putin, and if signed, will not allow Americans to adopt Russian orphans.

Former President George H.W. Bush Spends Holiday in Hospital

A series of health setbacks forced former president George H.W. Bush, 88, to spend Xmas in the hospital

Iran Issues US Travel Warning, Citing 'Iranophobia'

Iran has issued a travel warning to its citizens against visiting the United States, an official said.

NRA: To Stop a Bad Guy with a Gun, Need a Good Guy with a Gun

The US's most powerful pro-gun group suggested that armed police be deployed to every school in the country to prevent mass shootings.

Ross: Many Commonalities Between US and Israel

Ambassador Dennis Ross explains United States priorities in the Middle East during President Barack Obama’s second term in the White House.

RJC: Hagel Appointment Would Be 'Slap in the Face' to Israel

RJC said appointment of former Senator Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense would be a "slap in the face" to all pro-Israel Americans.

PA Warns US: 'Genie is Already Out of the Bottle'

Chief PLO representative in Washington D.C. warns U.S. lawmakers against retaliating for last month's statehood vote at the UN.

Senate Votes to Create Counter Strategy Against 'Hostile' Iran

The Senate passed a bill Wednesday that would make it U.S. policy to counter Iran's “growing hostile presence in the Western Hemisphere.”

Iran Congratulates North Korea on Rocket Launch

Iran congratulated North Korea for its "successful" launch of a long-range rocket, an incident that provoked global condemnation.

Cyber Terrorists Threaten New Wave of Attacks Against US Banks

Islamic terrorists threaten to launch new round of cyber attacks against US banking websites.

Syria Says it has 'Serious Fear' it is Being Framed

Syria says it has 'serious fears that the United States is seeking to frame the country for using chemical weapons.

Iran Condemns Washington's 'Inattention to Full Disarmament'

Iran condemned the US for conducting a limited nuclear test, saying it showed Washington's "inattention to full disarmament."

American Doctor Rescued from Taliban in Afghanistan

An American doctor abducted by the Taliban was rescued by coalition forces Sunday in eastern Afghanistan.

Oren: Chemical Weapons in Wrong Hands Would be 'Game Changer'

Israeli ambassador to US warns that any evidence of chemical weapons being passed to terrorist groups would be a “red line for Israel”.

U.S. Secret Weapons Delivery Fell into Hands of Terrorists

A secret arms shipment to Libyan rebels fell into the arms of known terrorist groups. U.S. now concerned that the same can happen in Syria.

Video: Bolton Blames Obama for PA Success at UN

Former ambassador John Bolton blamed Obama administration for UN decision to grant PA upgraded status.

US Calls on Israel to 'Reconsider' Housing Plans

The United States called on Israel Monday to "reconsider" a decision to allow 3,000 more Jewish homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Wife of Alan Gross Sues US for Husband's Cuba Incarceration

Wife of Jewish-American contractor Alan Gross is suing the United States government and global development company DAI for up to $60 million

Finnish Official: Jews Control Money, Impede US Neutrality

Finnish official asserts on state television that Jews hold vast control over wealth, media, thus impeding neutrality in US Mideast stance.

Panetta: 'Iron Dome Does Not Start Wars. It Helps Prevent Wars'

The U.S. and Israel hailed the performance of Iron Dome defense system in combating recent attacks launched by terrorists in the Gaza Strip.

US Senate Set to Consider New Round of Iran Sanctions

The Senate is set to consider a broader round of economic sanctions on Friday against Iran's energy, port, shipping and shipbuilding sectors

Mysterious 'Site 911' in Israel Raises Eyebrows

U.S. Army Corps plans to supervise construction of a five-story underground facility for an IDF complex, oddly named “Site 911.”

Senate Passes Amendment Allowing More Marines at US Embassies

The U.S. Senate passed an amendment to the defense bill that would place more Marines at US consulates and embassies around the world.

Video: Abbas' Bus to UN Heading in the Wrong Direction

The Israeli embassy in the U.S. has posted an animated video of Abbas, encountering a myriad or cliffs and roadblocks, en route the U.N.

Rep. Paul: Gaza Violence Fueled by US Favoritism Toward Israel

Rep. Ron Paul: "U.S. foreign policy being so one-sided actually results in more loss of life and of security on both sides."

US: Nuke-Free Mideast Conference Cancelled

The U.S. announced that a conference on a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction has been cancelled.

Iran Formally Accuses US of 'Illegal and Provocative Acts'

Iran has filed formal accusations against the U.S., accusing it of carrying out "illegal and provocative acts."

US Lawmakers Take Up Call to Ban Hamas from Twitter

The past week's terrorist attacks have rekindled calls for Twitter to ban Hamas from utilizing the social networking site to incite hate.

US Navy to Briefly Reduce Carriers in Persian Gulf

The U.S. aircraft carrier presence in the Persian Gulf will temporarily decline due to unexpected repairs and unusual maintenance problems.

Senate Threatens to Cut PA Aid Over UN Statehood Bid

A bipartisan group of Senators warned PA Chairman Abbas that he would be risking American aid if he goes forward with U.N. move.

France: 'US Launched Flame Cyber Attack on Sarkozy's Office'

A French news magazine has accused the U.S. of using Israeli spy software to hack into office of former French president Nicolas Sarkozy.

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Arrive in Israel

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will leave Asia on Tuesday to visit Israel and Egypt, an official said.

US Top Oil Producer By 2020

Growing Oil Supply To Stabilize And Reduce Oil Prices

The US in 2020 will be the world's largest oil producer. Middle East oil stranglehold is a thing of the past.