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Australian Student Council Calls to End All Ties With Technion

Australia student council passes motion endorsing BDS campaign against Israel and calling to end all ties with Haifa's Technion Institute.

Azerbaijan: If Iran Diplomacy Doesn't Work, Triple Efforts

A diplomatic source in Azerbaijan says country not willing to serve as a military base for Israel in possible strike against Iran.

Abbas to Visit Turkey This Weekend

Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmud Abbas is scheduled to visit Turkey this weekend for talks with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Canadian University Strips Anti-Israel Group of Club Status

The University of Manitoba Students’ Union voted Thursday to strip funding and official club status from an anti-Israel group on campus.

Pearl: 'I Represent Three Generations of Victims of Hatred'

Parents of slain Jewish journalist Daniel Pearl light a flame at Yom Hazikaron ceremony in Jerusalem.

Video: OneFamily Remembers Israel's Fallen Soldiers, Victims

The OneFamily organization held a memorial service Sunday night to commemorate the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror.

Swedish Muslim Politician Resigns Over Anti-Jewish Allegiances

A Muslim Swedish politician resigned from his post on Sunday after coming under intense scrutiny for holding anti-Semitic views.

Shurat HaDin Threatens Legal Action Over BDS Resolution

Shurat HaDin Israel Law Center is threatening legal action against Teachers Insurance Association over resolution boycotting Israel.

Facility for Israel State Archives to Be Built in Jerusalem

The Cabinet has decided to build a permanent home for the Israel State Archives in Jerusalem.

Israeli Eurovision Contestant Barred From Wearing Galliano

Israel’s contestant in the international Eurovision music festival was barred from wearing a dress by designer John Galliano.

Hamas Arrests 'Collaborators' Following Amnesty Period

Hamas forces in Gaza have begun arresting suspected "collaborators" with Israel following a month-long period of amnesty.

Chief Marmara Activist: 'We Asked For It'

Chief activist on Mavi Marmara has said that Turkey should have taken steps to prevent activists from attempting to breach Israeli blockade.

'Palestine Museum' Attempts to Expunge Jewish Rights to Land

PA officials joined a ceremony to lay cornerstone for a new museum of “Palestinian culture, history and society” in Bir Zeit near Ramallah.

Hamas Claims 'Collaborator' Campaign a Success

Hamas claims success in month-long campaign to encourage alleged “collaborators” with Israel to turn themselves into authorities.

Ireland Pressed to Affirm Opposition to Israel Boycotts

ADL called on Ireland to reiterate its opposition to boycotts of Israel in response to academic, cultural boycott adopted by Teachers' Union

Canadian FM Meets Netanyahu, Peres; Hails 'Special Friendship'

Canadian FM John Baird hailed his country's "special friendship" with Israel in Jerusalem talks with PM Netanyahu, President Peres.

Turkish PM Delays Visit to Gaza

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has decided to postpone his much-publicized visit to Gaza, planned for this month.

Israel to Launch i24news TV in English, French, Arabic

A new Israeli television channel in English, French and Arabic, called "i24news," will begin broadcasting by summer of this year.

Turkey Delays Marmara Compensation Talks With Israel

Turkey has delayed the beginning of talks with Israel over compensation for the 2010 Gaza-bound Mavi Marmara flotilla incident.

Marmara 'Victims' Pursue Israel in Court Despite Apology

Anti-Israel activists will not withdraw lawsuit against Israeli commanders for the 2010 Gaza-bound flotilla incident, despite apology.

Irish Teachers Call For Academic Boycott of Israel

The AJC has expressed outrage over calls by the Teachers Union of Ireland to institute an academic boycott against the state of Israel.

Claims of Turkey-Israel Pact Against Syria 'Groundless'

Turkish Foreign Minister hit back at Bashar al-Assad's claims that Ankara made a pact with Israel against Damascus.

Hamas Accuses Western, Arab Spy Agencies of Gaza Operations

Hamas has accused Western and Arab spy agencies of operating in Gaza, claiming it has obtained a list of alleged collaborators.

Israel Launches First Air Strike Against Gaza Since Truce

Israel launched its first airstrike on Gaza since the Egyptian-mediated truce ended November’s eight-day bout of fighting.

Report: 'Israel Spies on Russian Fleet Off Syrian Coast'

Report: Israel allegedly used espionage equipment it planted off the Syrian coast to monitor Russian naval movements in Mediterranean.

Israel, Turkey to Begin Marmara Compensation Talks

Turkish and Israeli officials will meet on April 12 for talks over the 2010 Mavi Marmara flotilla incident.

Critically Wounded Syrian Transferred to Israeli Hospital

Israeli military medics transferred a critically wounded Syrian to a hospital in Israel after he crossed the armistice line on Golan Heights

Cyprus Court Imprisons Hizbullah Man Over Israel Plot

A Cyprus court sentenced a member of Hizbullah to four years in prison after he was convicted of plotting to attack Israelis.

'Hacktivists' Vow to 'Erase Israel From Internet'

“Hackers Anonymous” vows to “erase Israel from the Internet” in coordinated attack.

White House Marks Beginning of Passover

President Obama marked the beginning of Passover at a small gathering at the White House on Monday.

Australia Pressing Israel For Further Details On 'Prisoner X'

Australian government says it will continue pushing Israel to release further details on the arrest, detention and suicide of "Prisoner X."

Peres: Israel, Turkey Have 'One Thousand Reasons' to Be Friends

Israel and Turkey have "a thousand reasons" to be on friendly terms again, Israeli President Shimon Peres said on Turkish television.

Turkey Apology 'Pathetic Pandering to Islamic Extremism'

“Turkey's Tayyip Erdogan should be tried for the deaths of the activists on the Marmara," says Shurat HaDin's Nitzana Darshan Leitner.

Report: 'Prisoner X' Leaked Sensitive Info to Hizbullah

Ben Zygier, known as Prisoner X, leaked sensitive information to Hizbullah which led to arrest of two informants, Der Spiegel reported.

Obama Returns to US, Restoration of Israel-Turkey Ties in Pocket

U.S. President Barack Obama returned to the United States late Saturday from his four-day whirlwind tour of the Middle East.

Israeli, US, Greek Warships Conclude 'Noble Dina'

Israeli, Greek and US warships conclude joint two-week Mediterranean naval exercise codenamed "Noble Dina"

Video: Helping Foreign Media Understand Israel

Director of “Media Central” explains various ways the center helps journalists gain a more comprehensive understanding of realities, issues.

Cyprus Convicts Hezbollah Operative Over Anti-Israel Plot

Cypriot court convicts self-confessed Hezbollah operative who had been accused of involvement in a plot to attack Israeli interests.

Khamenei: Iran Will 'Annihilate' Tel Aviv, Haifa

Iran will "annihilate" Tel Aviv and Haifa if it comes under attack by the Jewish state, warned supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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.

Turkish PM: Zionism Comments 'Misunderstood'

Turkish PM said in new remarks published Wednesday that his offensive Zionism comments had been "misunderstood."

EU Signs Aid Deal With PA, Cites 'Palestinian State'

The European Union signed an aid deal Tuesday with the Palestinian Authority to reportedly bolster ties and promote economic development.

ZOA 'Compelled to Speak Up' About Disturbing Obama Itinerary

ZOA “compelled to speak up about two unsettling aspects of President Obama’s upcoming visit to Israel.”

Bulgaria Plans Bomb Tests to Advance Anti-Israeli Attack Probe

Bulgarian investigators will conduct test explosions to help further a probe into last year's airport bus bombing that killed five Israelis.

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."

Terror Quote Ad Campaign Renews Anti-Islam Controversy

“Killing Jews is worship that draws us closer to Allah,” reads an ad, attributed to Hamas, running on San Francisco Muni buses.

Political Training Director: 'Real Treat' to be Attending AIPAC

Director for Israeli Center for Political Training told Arutz Sheva that it is “a real treat” to be attending 2013 AIPAC policy conference.

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.

British MP Honors Israeli Ambassador Shot At London Hotel

British MP attends memorial for former Israeli ambassador who was shot outside London’s Dorchester Hotel over 30 years ago.

Irate Jordanian MP Draws Gun in Parliament

A Jordanian MP, angered by a fellow deputy accusing the premier of corruption, attempted to draw a pistol during a parliamentary session.

Jewish Harvard Students Receive Mock Eviction Notices

Jewish students at Harvard University receive mock eviction notices in light of “Israel Apartheid Week.”

20 UN Peacekeepers Held By Syrian Rebels on Golan Border

About 20 UN observers have been detained by about armed Syrian rebels on the Golan Heights border.

Israelis Receive Travel Advisory Prior to Passover Vacation

The Counter Terrorism Bureau issued a travel warning, alerting Israelis to refrain from visiting hostile locations over Passover holiday.

MKs Unite in Urgent Pollard Appeals

In light of Obama's upcoming visit to Israel, MKs unite in calling for Jewish people to heed lessons of history, secure Pollard's release.

AIPAC Conference: Senate Minority Whip Praises Israeli Democracy

John Cornyn praises Israel for remaining a strong democratic country, "despite living under the constant threat of terrorism."

Jewish People's 'Moral Duty' to Secure Pollard's Release

Knesset will hold a discussion Monday on how to facilitate the release of Jonathan Pollard, who has been behind bars for nearly 10,000 days.

Kerry Skips Israel, Scheduled to 'Lunch' With Abbas

Secretary of State John Kerry will not travel to Israel, but will meet with PA Chairman Mahmud Abbas in Riyadh on Monday.