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Peres to New MKs: A Storm Rages Around Us

Peres addresses new MKs, speaks of challenges. ‘Arab world is in turmoil, Iran is a threat.’

Peres to New MKs: A Storm Rages Around Us

Morsi Declares State of Emergency in Wake of Riots

Egyptian President declares a state of emergency in three provinces hit by rioting which has left dozens dead.

Morsi Declares State of Emergency in Wake of Riots

Egypt: Deadly Riots After Soccer Riot Verdict Announced

Street clashes kill at least 30 people in Egypt's Port Said, after 21 soccer fans sentenced to death over a bloody stadium riot.

Egypt: Deadly Riots After Soccer Riot Verdict Announced

Egypt: Protesters Clash with Police on Anniversary of Revolt

Egyptian protesters storm government headquarters and clash with police during mass rallies on the second anniversary of the 2011 uprising.

Egypt: Protesters Clash with Police on Anniversary of Revolt

Pro-Regime Loyalists to Dominate New Jordanian Parliament

Tribal leaders, pro-regime loyalists and independent businessmen will sweep Jordan's parliamentary election.

Pro-Regime Loyalists to Dominate New Jordanian Parliament

Jordanians Skeptical Legislative Election Will Bring Change

Jordanians skeptical about the outcome of a January 23 election say they will not vote as they are fed up with failures of past parliaments.

Jordanians Skeptical Legislative Election Will Bring Change

Israel Quietly Lauded as ‘Only Free State’ in Middle East

The State of Israel “remains the region’s only Free country,” according to a US democracy watchdog organization annual report.

Israel Quietly Lauded as ‘Only Free State’ in Middle East

Mubarak to be Retried, Egypt Court Orders

An Egyptian court orders a retrial for former president Hosni Mubarak, after accepting an appeal against the life sentence handed to him.

Mubarak to be Retried, Egypt Court Orders

Jailed Terrorist Incites ‘PA Arab Spring’ for Unity

Arch-terrorist Barghouti calls from his prison cell for a “Palestinian Authority Arab Spring” to force Hamas and Fatah to unify.

Jailed Terrorist Incites ‘PA Arab Spring’ for Unity

Egypt's Morsi Returns to Palace After Rioting Mob Leaves

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi reportedly returned Wednesday morning to his palace after violent protesters left the area.

Egypt's Morsi Returns to Palace After Rioting Mob Leaves

Egypt: Protesters Encircle the Presidential Palace

Tens of thousands of Egyptian demonstrators encircle the presidential palace in a growing crisis over Morsi decree.

Egypt: Protesters Encircle the Presidential Palace

Morsi to Address the Nation About Power Grab

Egyptian President to address his nation on Thursday, discuss his decree from last week which expands his powers.

Morsi to Address the Nation About Power Grab

Morsi Says Sweeping Powers Are 'Only Temporary'

Egyptian President says the sweeping new powers he has assumed are only temporary, calls for dialogue.

Morsi Says Sweeping Powers Are 'Only Temporary'

Protests in Egypt Over Morsi's New 'Pharaoh' Powers

President Mohammed Morsi insists Egypt is on the path to "freedom and democracy", as protesters hold rallies over his sweeping powers.

Protests in Egypt Over Morsi's New 'Pharaoh' Powers

Riots in Jordan May Spark Arab Spring Revolution

A boiling underground volcano of anger has begun to erupt in Jordan. Mass riots follow sharp price hikes. Muslim Brotherhood in the wings.

Riots in Jordan May Spark Arab Spring Revolution

Bahrain Fingers Hizbullah in Terror Attacks Which Killed Two

Bahrain claims that Hizbullah is behing five bombings that killed two Asian expatriates in the capital Manama.

Bahrain Fingers Hizbullah in Terror Attacks Which Killed Two

Signs of Turmoil in Iran: Ahmadinejad Turns Backers into Enemies

Bad sign for Ahmadinejad: Ayatollah’s representative tells him, “You are turning your supporters into your opponents.”

Signs of Turmoil in Iran: Ahmadinejad Turns Backers into Enemies

Jordan's King: I'm in Power to Reform, Not Control

King Abdullah II says his goal is to stimulate reform away from a “negative” power struggle, a reference to the Muslim Brotherhood.

Jordan's King: I'm in Power to Reform, Not Control

Dangerous to Oppose 'Moderate' Islamist Tunisian Gov't

A video shows an opposition party official was dragged along the ground and beaten to death by a pro-government mob in Tunisia last week.

Dangerous to Oppose 'Moderate' Islamist Tunisian Gov't

Thousands of Islamists Demonstrate in Jordan

Thousands of Islamists demonstrate in central Amman to demand reforms, just hours after King Abdullah II dissolves parliament.

Thousands of Islamists Demonstrate in Jordan

Arab Spring Blew in Rotten Economy

The rotten fruits of the Arab Spring have been poor economies, the Arab Monetary Fund says. It also cited the global financial crisis.

Arab Spring Blew in Rotten Economy

CNN Lambasted for Use of Dead Ambassador's Private Journal

US State Department blasts CNN for use of a private journal found amid the wreckage of the attack on the US consulate

CNN Lambasted for Use of Dead Ambassador's Private Journal

FSA: 'The Fall of the Regime Is a Question of Months'

With the Damascus regime losing control of the country, the Syrian rebel army gains confidence

FSA: 'The Fall of the Regime Is a Question of Months'

'PA Wouldn't Last One Day Without IDF' Dep. FM Says in NY

Ayalon, in NY for the PA Donor Conference, gives a preview of his speech, telling it like it is.

'PA Wouldn't Last One Day Without IDF' Dep. FM Says in NY

Former Gitmo Inmate Lead Suspect in US Embassy Attack

New information points to former Guantanamo Bay inmate with ties to Al-Qaeda as leader of attack on US Embassy in Libya.

Former Gitmo Inmate Lead Suspect in US Embassy Attack

France Fears Violent Reaction to Cartoons

After one magazine's publication of caricatures of Mohammed, France prepares for what they fear may be a violent outburst.

France Fears Violent Reaction to Cartoons

Turkish PM Slams Muslim Extremist Violence at Embassies

Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan denounced an anti-Islam video mocking the Prophet Mohammed, but said it cannot justify acts of terror.

Turkish PM Slams Muslim Extremist Violence at Embassies

U.S. Tells Citizens in Jordan: Be Careful

In emergency message to Americans in Jordan, U.S. Embassy says it has increased its security.

U.S. Tells Citizens in Jordan: Be Careful

Protests Prompt Netanyahu to Give PA Aid Package

Netanyahu orders the transfer of a 250 million shekel advance to the PA from tax revenues collected by Israel.

Protests Prompt Netanyahu to Give PA Aid Package

Israel Fears Arab Spring Anarchy in PA

Israeli military and government leaders fear the social protests in the Palestinian Authority will lead to anarchy, seek aid for Ramallah.

Israel Fears Arab Spring Anarchy in PA

Dichter Warns Against Muslim Brotherhood Takeover

Home Front Defense Minister: The Arab world has begun the long journey which ends with Muslim Brotherhood control.

Dichter Warns Against Muslim Brotherhood Takeover

Fayyad: Ready to Resign Over Protests

PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad says he will resign if that's the will of the people, blames Israel for the PA’s financial troubles.

Fayyad: Ready to Resign Over Protests

PA 'Arab Spring' Protests Target Fayyad, Abbas

PA Arabs blocked roads and burned tires, demanding lower prices

PA 'Arab Spring' Protests Target Fayyad, Abbas

'Arab Spring' Hits PA as Hundreds Protest in Shechem

Hundreds of protesters gather in the main square in Shechem, calling for the ouster of PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad.

'Arab Spring' Hits PA as Hundreds Protest in Shechem

Jihadist Tells Iran, Uprising in Jordan Can Help Crush Israel

An Islamic Jihad official tells Iran that a popular uprising in Jordan would break the last part of Israel's "security chain."

Jihadist Tells Iran, Uprising in Jordan Can Help Crush Israel

Syria's Muslim Brotherhood Hopes for Islamic State

The Muslim Brotherhood in Syria says that the country post-Assad will be an Islamic state.

Syria's Muslim Brotherhood Hopes for Islamic State

IDF Trains for ‘Arab Spring' in Judea and Samaria

The IDF is training for an “Arab Spring” rebellion in Judea and Samaria with a large-scale exercise for the first time in three years.

IDF Trains for ‘Arab Spring' in Judea and Samaria

Tunisian Leadership: 'No Normalization with Israel'

The leading party in Tunisia's government has reiterated its opposition to normalization of ties with Israel.

Tunisian Leadership: 'No Normalization with Israel'

Syrian Army Launches Military Drill as World Watches

The Syrian Army has launched a major military drill, according to an announcement by the country's official SANA news agency.

Syrian Army Launches Military Drill as World Watches

Libya's Outgoing Leaders Push for Sharia

Libya's outgoing National Transitional Council: Sharia should be the “main” source of legislation.

Libya's Outgoing Leaders Push for Sharia

Jordan's King Urges Islamists to Take Part in Elections

Jordan's King urges the Islamist opposition to take part in upcoming elections, despite their dissatisfaction with reforms.

Jordan's King Urges Islamists to Take Part in Elections

Former Tunisian President Sentenced to Life in Prison

Tunisian court sentences former President Ben Ali to life in prison for his role in the deaths of protesters during last year's uprising.

Former Tunisian President Sentenced to Life in Prison

Fierce Riots in Tunisia Over Artistic 'Insult' to Islam

Thousands of Tunisians rioted in their capital city Tuesday over an art exhibition they claimed posed an “insult” to Islam.

Fierce Riots in Tunisia Over Artistic 'Insult' to Islam

Mubarak Verdict in Live Broadcast on Saturday

The trial of ousted Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak is coming to an end this weekend with a verdict that could decide Egypt's future

Mubarak Verdict in Live Broadcast on Saturday

Egyptian Run-Off Pits Brotherhood Against Military

The leading candidates headed to Egypt's presidential run-off represent a dichotomy of old vs. new, and status quo vs. political Islam

Egyptian Run-Off Pits Brotherhood Against Military

Murder of Jew in Yemen Raises Fears for Tiny Community

The fatal stabbing of a Yemenite Jewish leader on Tuesday has raised fears for Jews no longer protected by a benevolent government.

Murder of Jew in Yemen Raises Fears for Tiny Community

Al Qaeda Calls for Saudi Uprising

Al Qaeda top terrorist Ayman al-Zawahiri has called on Saudis to oust the ruling al-Saud family calling them corrupt thieves.

Al Qaeda Calls for Saudi Uprising

Egypt Prepares to Choose Mubarak Successor

Presidential campaigns in Egypt have been halted ahead of a two-day poll that will, when finished, mark a transition to civilian rule

Egypt Prepares to Choose Mubarak Successor

Syrian Fires Make Beirut Boil

Syria's ongoing unrest has ignited the worst violence in Beirut since the 2008 clashes that almost plunged Lebanon into civil war

Syrian Fires Make Beirut Boil

Egypt Raids Illegal Iranian Radio Station

Egyptian forces shut down an Iranian radio station that has operated in Cairo for nine years ahead of the upcoming presidential vote

Egypt Raids Illegal Iranian Radio Station

Islamists Fail to Win Algeria Elections

Islamists suffer surprising defeat in Algeria's parliamentary elections, in contrast to other Arab Spring countries.

Islamists Fail to Win Algeria Elections

Annan: 'Last Chance to Avoid Civil War'

UN-Arab envoy Kofi Annan and peacekeeping chief Herve Ladsous say Assad's forces continue their assault despite cease-fire committments

Annan: 'Last Chance to Avoid Civil War'

Obama Aide Says US Promotes Arab Spring Rebellions

The Obama administration “nurtures” Arab Spring rebellions, which have been promoted as democratic but so far have yielded anarchy.

Obama Aide Says US Promotes Arab Spring Rebellions

Aleppo Dragged into Syrian Civil War

The northern trading city of Aleppo, relatively quiet until recently, has finally been dragged into Syria's growing civil war.

Aleppo Dragged into Syrian Civil War

Jordan's New PM Promises Reforms, Critics Skeptical

Jordan swears in a cabinet, led by Prime Minister Fayez Tarawneh and tasked with pushing for reforms.

Jordan's New PM Promises Reforms, Critics Skeptical

Cairo: Military Deploys as Clashes Kill 20

Egypt's military rulers and pro-democracy protesters sparred over who sparked a series of deadly clashes that has left 20 protesters dead

Cairo: Military Deploys as Clashes Kill 20

Annan: The Situation in Syria is 'Bleak'

Special envoy Kofi Annan told the Security Council that the situation in Syria is 'bleak' and expressed 'alarm' as violence continues

Annan: The Situation in Syria is 'Bleak'

Tunisia's Tourism Minister: Protect Annual Jewish Piligrimage

Tunisia's tourism minister: the annual Jewish pilgrimage to Djerba should be maintained.

Tunisia's Tourism Minister: Protect Annual Jewish Piligrimage

Egypt’s Top Presidential Contenders Disqualified

Ten presidential candidates – including the top 3 contenders – were disqualified en masse on Monday.

Egypt’s Top Presidential Contenders Disqualified

Tourism Trumps Islam in Tunisia

Tunis' Islamist government has decided its country's beaches and bars will remain open in an effort to revitalize the nation's economy.

Tourism Trumps Islam in Tunisia