Barack Obama

Obama: We'll be relentless in going after ISIS

President Obama says Syria ceasefire will not affect the fight against the Islamic State jihadist group.

Obama ignores law, accepts BDS against ‘settlements’

Despite new law's explicit protection of businesses over the Green Line, Obama says 'settlements' are fair game.

Obama: It's important to give hope to Israelis and Palestinians

President Obama, meeting Jordan's King, calls for a solution to the decades old Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

US spied on Bibi asking Italian PM to intervene with Obama

Newly released NSA spy report reveals Netanyahu turned to Europe to intervene in 2010 spat with Obama.

Obama and Putin discuss Syria ceasefire

White House announces presidential phone call ahead of ceasefire 'moment of opportunity,' admits it will be 'difficult to implement.'

Obama times Cuba visit to avoid Netanyahu?

Obama is to be the first U.S. President in 80 years to visit Cuba, but the timing of the visit means he will miss AIPAC, Netanyahu in U.S.

Trump: What Obama did to Israel is a disgrace

After promising to be 'neutral' and 'unpredictable' in forcing peace talks, Trump calls Obama 'worst thing that ever happened to Israel.'

Obama signs new North Korea sanctions into law

Obama approves new sanctions on North Korea passed overwhelmingly by Congress earlier this month.

Obama comes under fire for Syria softness

French FM, senators and scholars slam the president for 'moral bankruptcy' in not taking a firm stance on bloody Syrian war.

Syrian ceasefire explodes amid growing global conflict

Obama asks for Putin to end strikes on opposition forces, Turkey renews its cross-border shelling, as hopes for ceasefire by weekend dim.

Obama’s 10-year aid package comes with a catch

As officials urge Netanyahu to accept military aid offer, new details show major shortcoming in the deal.

'Delegitimizing Israel'

White House rejects trade bill for being too pro-Israel

Obama openly opposes only one section in new bill that calls to fight boycott of Israel; 'history will show Obama actively advanced BDS.'

Netanyahu urged to accept American offer for military aid

American officials tell Netanyahu he won't get a better military aid package from Obama's successor.

'As we defend ourselves, we do not stand alone'

PM thanks Obama for his commitment to 'bolster Israel's security' over next decade in recorded remarks at Washington Holocaust ceremony.

Obama: Anti-Semitism is on the rise, we can't deny it

Speaking at a ceremony honoring Righteous Among The Nations, Obama says anyone confronted by anti-Semitism should behave like they did.

Watch: Shin Bet releases footage from Tel Aviv shooter's phone

Shocking footage from the cell phone of Nashat Milhem shows the intoxicated terrorist ranting against Obama and Shiites.

Obama calls Peres after heart attack, leaves him glowing

Peres lauds Obama's 'courage' and 'diplomacy' after the latter calls him, says doctors worked to 'improve my heart.'

Obama to attend Holocaust ceremony at Israeli embassy

President Obama to visit the Israeli embassy in Washington on January 27, for ceremony honoring four Righteous Among The Nations.

Obama promises cooperation with Iran on missing FBI agent

Obama says the United States and Iran would “deepen cooperation” in efforts to locate former FBI agent Robert Levinson.

Obama glows as Iran nuclear sanctions are lifted

Obama says 'this is a good day' as sanctions drop on Iran, same day US imposes new sanctions on Iranian missile program.

'Obama should have apologized in State of the Union'

Congressman lets Obama know what speech should have included - like Israel, and more than a 'passing reference' to Iran.

Obama to Congress: Authorize military force against ISIS

In final State of the Union address, Obama vows to make ISIS learn the same lessons Osama bin Laden did.

Obama won't publicly endorse Democratic presidential candidate

White House chief of staff says Obama will not publicly endorse a candidate before the 2016 Democratic primaries.

Obama's politicized invites to his last State of Union

Syrian refugee, Muslim immigrant soldier, same-sex marriage pioneer and empty seat for gun violence victims - Obama's seating chart.

Netanyahu 'fighting Obama's plan to be UN Sec-Gen'

Kuwaiti paper says US president seeks UN post after he leaves White House, prime minister wants to torpedo appointment.

Obama's 'honest broker' takes pot shots at Netanyahu

'Impartial' peace talk negotiator Indyk claims PM called Rabin a 'failed politician' at funeral, slams his 'popular rightist extremism.'

One day later: Obama backs off new Iran sanctions

White House delays plan to impose new financial sanctions on Iran for its ballistic missile program, a day after announcing them.

Rouhani hits back at Obama, expands missile program

Day after report of new sanctions on ballistic missile program, Iranian president orders to expand program in UN sanction breach.

Obama planning new sanctions over Iran's ballistic missiles

Officials say Obama administration is preparing new sanctions on companies and individuals over Iran's ballistic missile program.

House Intelligence chair to probe NSA spying on Netanyahu

Rep. Devin Nunes says his committee will look into report that the NSA spied on Netanyahu after it was supposed to limit such activities.

Likud ministers call to protest US spying on Israel

Katz demands an official protest on report of spying on Netanyahu, Elkin notes hypocrisy of Pollard case in light of report.

Report: Obama spied on Netanyahu after NSA reforms

Wall Street Journal reveals the United States intercepted Netanyahu's calls in order to monitor his campaign against the Iran deal.

'UK gets Muslim Brotherhood threat - why doesn't Obama?'

Experts respond to UK report declaring Brotherhood as a terror backer, say it shows how Obama turns a blind eye to radical Islam.

Apologists for Islam: "ISIS kills mostly Muslims" - So what?

Obama: ISIS 'does not speak for Islam' as 'vast majority of victims are Muslim.' Expert: ISIS doesn't consider its victims real Muslims.

Hagel: Obama hurt his credibility by failing to act in Syria

Former Defense Secretary criticizes President Obama for his failure to follow up on a warning to Syria about using chemical weapons.

Why Obama calls ISIS 'ISIL'

Media analysts attempt to explain what message Obama wishes to give by insisting on using the term ISIL.

Obama: There's no credible information on potential attack

Obama says there's no specific information suggesting a potential terrorist attack against the United States, but urges vigilance.

9,500 suspects 'disappear'

Obama Admin. lost track of thousands of terror suspects

State Department official admits to not knowing where thousands of foreigners who had visas pulled over terror threat currently are.

Republican senators to Obama: Don't lift Iran sanctions

36 senators urge Obama not to lift the sanctions on Iran following its ballistic missile tests.

Obama seeks to restore aid to bodies that recognize 'Palestine'

Obama/Kerry seek to renew funding to organization that accepts state" not recognized by U.S. – despite law forbidding this.

In 2035, Edward Snowden will be president

At least that's what Russia's RT TV station thinks - or hopes - in a clip celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

Watch: White House hints Clinton would be 'Obama 2.0'

Spokesperson Earnest admits that Obama and Clinton have almost the same foreign policy, even as Obama's approval plummets.

Obama threatens: 'ISIS leaders are next'

Obama claims to be hitting ISIS 'harder than ever' after California shooting, but offers no policy shift, admits 'faster progress needed.'

Rivlin slammed for Obama Hanukkah 'disgrace'

Nationalists accuse Rivlin of rewriting story of Maccabees to make it PC, ask him not to attend Haaretz conference tonight.

White House throws one heck of a Hanukkah party

Hearing the US President speak about message of Hannukah is a truly inspiring event, says party attendee Robbie Medwed.

Watch: Rivlin and Obama light fourth candle at White House

'Maccabees fought for liberty, freedom of religion,their traditions, and for our traditions,' Israeli President says at ceremonial lighting.

Rivlin: Obama 'concerned' about Abbas's future

President Rivlin says President Obama expressed concern over the future of the PA chairman and the peace talks.

Obama says 'peace is distant' but Israel needs to try

Obama and Rivlin meet at the White House, where US President stresses 'unbreakable bond' between Israel and US.

Rivlin: Israel's friendship with the United States - a deep bond

President Reuven Rivlin departs on a visit to the United States, where he will meet with President Barack Obama.

Obama: We will defeat ISIS, but this isn't a war with Islam

President Obama outlines the step to defeat ISIS, but also says the group does not represent the majority of Muslims.

Obama: Hanukkah about 'liberty over tyranny'

POTUS links eight-day Jewish holiday with American emphasis on freedom in annual greeting.

Obama acknowledges California attack as terrorism

'We are Americans. We will uphold our values - a free and open society. We are strong. And we are resilient. And we will not be terrorized.'

Obama: California shooting could be terror, or not

Obama says Christmas party shooting may be 'terrorist related,' or may be 'workplace related' - despite religious Muslim perpetrators.

Obama welcomes British vote on ISIS air strikes

Obama hails a vote by British lawmakers to join the air campaign against ISIS in Syria.

Ex-intel chief: Obama ignored ISIS to get reelected

Former DIA head reveals Obama brushed off 2012 report because it didn't meet the reelection 'narrative' that he wanted.

Saudi royalty showers $1.3 million in gifts on Obamas

Saudi royal family leads private gifts to Obama family in 2014, giving Michelle expensive jewelry and Barack a floor-length cape.

Obama backs Turkey against Russia after Erdogan meet

Obama throws full support behind Turkey 'defending itself' by shooting down Russian jet, calls on both sides to focus on ISIS instead.

Netanyahu, Obama hold 'important' meeting at climate summit

Israeli prime minister meets world leaders at sidelines of UN summit in Paris, invites UK's Prince Charles to visit Jerusalem.

Watch: 46 times Obama told US 'that's not who we are'

Hilarious compilation video reveals Obama's favorite catchphrase to delegitimize whatever he disagrees with.

Obama visits Bataclan, pays tribute to Paris victims

President Barack Obama arrives in Paris for the UN climate conference and stops at Bataclan concert hall.