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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.'

Trump: What Obama did to Israel is a disgrace

Obama signs new North Korea sanctions into law

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

Obama signs new North Korea sanctions into law

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.

Obama comes under fire for Syria softness

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.

Syrian ceasefire explodes amid growing global conflict

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.

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

'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.'

White House rejects trade bill for being too pro-Israel

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.

Netanyahu urged to accept American offer for military aid

'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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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 calls Peres after heart attack, leaves him glowing

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 to attend Holocaust ceremony at Israeli embassy

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 promises cooperation with Iran on missing FBI agent

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 glows as Iran nuclear sanctions are lifted

'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 should have apologized in State of the Union'

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 to Congress: Authorize military force against ISIS

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 won't publicly endorse Democratic presidential candidate

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.

Obama's politicized invites to his last State of Union

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.

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

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.'

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

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.

One day later: Obama backs off new Iran sanctions

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.

Rouhani hits back at Obama, expands missile program

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.

Obama planning new sanctions over Iran's ballistic missiles

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.

House Intelligence chair to probe NSA spying on Netanyahu

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.

Likud ministers call to protest US spying on Israel

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.

Report: Obama spied on Netanyahu after NSA reforms

'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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Why Obama calls ISIS 'ISIL'

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

Why Obama calls ISIS '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.

Obama: There's no credible information on potential attack

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.

Obama Admin. lost track of thousands of terror suspects

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.

Republican senators to Obama: Don't lift Iran sanctions

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.

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

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.

In 2035, Edward Snowden will be president

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.

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

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.'

Obama threatens: 'ISIS leaders are next'

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.

Rivlin slammed for Obama Hanukkah 'disgrace'

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.

White House throws one heck of a Hanukkah party

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.

Watch: Rivlin and Obama light fourth candle at White House

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.

Rivlin: Obama 'concerned' about Abbas's future

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.

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

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.

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

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

Obama: Hanukkah about 'liberty over tyranny'

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

Obama: Hanukkah about 'liberty over tyranny'

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 acknowledges California attack as terrorism

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: California shooting could be terror, or not

Obama welcomes British vote on ISIS air strikes

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

Obama welcomes British vote on ISIS air strikes

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.

Ex-intel chief: Obama ignored ISIS to get reelected

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.

Saudi royalty showers $1.3 million in gifts on Obamas

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.

Obama backs Turkey against Russia after Erdogan meet

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.

Netanyahu, Obama hold 'important' meeting at climate summit

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.

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

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.

Obama visits Bataclan, pays tribute to Paris victims

Obama: It's illegal for states to refuse Syrian refugees

Obama administration reminds state officials that states do not have legal authority to refuse to accept Syrian refugees.

Obama: It's illegal for states to refuse Syrian refugees

Obama: There's no credible and immediate terror threat

President Obama tries to reassure Americans preparing for Thanksgiving that there is no credible and immediate terror threat.

Obama: There's no credible and immediate terror threat

Streisand, Spielberg, and Perlman awarded Medal of Freedom

Notable American-Jewish artists among 17 recipients awarded US top honor by President Barack Obama.

Streisand, Spielberg, and Perlman awarded Medal of Freedom

Erdogan, Obama agree on need to reduce tensions

Turkish, American Presidents agree on the need to reduce tensions after Turkish forces shoot down a Russian plane.

Erdogan, Obama agree on need to reduce tensions

Four days later: Obama calls Ezra Schwartz's parents

Over half a week after brutal murder of US citizen by Palestinian terrorist, US President calls family - still no official statement.

Four days later: Obama calls Ezra Schwartz's parents

Joe Lieberman: Media exaggerates Obama-Netanyahu hostility

Former leading Democrat says final 14 months of Obama Admin will see improved ties; launches fierce criticism of White House policy.

Joe Lieberman: Media exaggerates Obama-Netanyahu hostility