Framework

Comparing the North Korea and Iran Nuclear Deals

Expert explains the parallels between the deal that let North Korea get the nuke and the Iran deal, details South Korea's concerns.

Kerry Urges Abbas to 'Make Tough Decisions'

Secretary of State urges PA Chairman "to make the tough decisions that will be necessary" for peace with Israel.

Abbas: No Framework Has Been Presented Yet

PA Chairman meets British Prime Minister, says that no framework has been presented by the United States.

Peace Deal 'Moving Further Away,' Says Netanyahu

PM says PA's refusal to recognize Jewish state is a 'deal-breaker' for talks; calls for a strong government.

Bennett: The Whole Land of Israel is a Single 'Bloc'

After interviews by PM Netanyahu, Economics Min. Bennett says all Jewish towns in Judea and Samaria to remain under Israeli sovereignty.

U.S.: No Need for PA to Recognize Israel

State Department spokeswoman says the U.S. believes there is no need for the PA to recognize Israel as a Jewish state.

Abbas Aide: Extending Talks is Pointless

Former PA negotiator Mohammed Shtayyah says that the gaps between Israeli and PA negotiators only have widened in seven months of talks.

Obama Promised Netanyahu to Pressure Abbas, Says Official

Obama committed to Prime Minister Netanyahu that the Palestinians are not "going to get a pass", reveals American official.

Opposition Head to Kerry: Ignore the Right

Labor Party head says he told Kerry to force through 'historic compromise,' not matter what Israel might say.

Obama will Pressure Israel 'Forcefully' over Framework

Palestinian Authority sources say US President intends to apply heavy pressure on Netanyahu and Abbas.

'Do Not Bow to US Pressure' for Framework Agreement

Deputy Defense Minister urges Netanyahu to 'uphold Likud's values,' protect Israel's security and borders during meeting with Obama.

Erekat Rejects Proposal to Extend Peace Talks

PA chief negotiator rejects Kerry's suggestion that April deadline for talks with Israel will be extended.

Kerry: Peace Talks will Continue Beyond April

Kerry admits there won't be a peace deal by April's deadline, but says, "I don't think anybody would worry if there's another nine months."

PA Report: Abbas Angry at Kerry, Threatened to End Talks

PA-based newspaper: Kerry demanded that Abbas recognize Israel, annex 10 Jewish communities and give up on Jordan Valley.

Akunis: Peace is Foreign to the Palestinians

Deputy Minister warns against construction freeze, says that PA's rejection of Kerry's framework proves it doesn't want peace.

Abbas: Kerry's Efforts Have Failed...So Far

PA Chairman says Kerry's attempts to forge a framework have so far failed but are "extremely serious."

Hamas Legislator Attacks 'Coward' Abbas Over Framework Deal

Hamas officials claim PA's role in negotiations infringes on 'fundamental Palestinian principles,' including so-called Right of Return.

US Framework to Demand that PA Recognize Israel as Jewish State

US Ambassador Dan Shapiro declares that PA must recognize Israel under framework agreement - despite their open opposition to it.

Hamas: US Framework a 'Conspiracy' Against Palestinian Arabs

Gaza government releases statement calling peace talks a 'plot to destroy the Palestinian problem.'

Report: PA to Demand Divided Jerusalem in Paris Talks

PA official claims that Abbas to demand divided Jerusalem, 'refugee' compensation, terrorist releases in Paris talks. But is it true?

US 'Narrowing the Gaps' on a Framework Agreement

US Secretary of State John Kerry meets with Jordan, PA to discuss peace, claims that negotiations are advancing.

Shapiro Meeting with Nationalist MKs About Framework

Ambassador Dan Shapiro has reportedly been meeting MKs from the right in an attempt to gauge their reaction to Kerry's framework.

Meretz Head: 'America is Capitulating to Naysayers'

Zehava Galon, Meretz Chairman, continues to attack Netanyahu government, US over perceived weaknesses.

U.S. Wants Peace by End of 2014, Indyk Tells Jewish Leaders

Kerry's "framework" will include a Palestinian state and will leave 80% of "settlers" in their homes, say Jewish leaders who met Indyk.

Peres: 'Make Peace Or Else'

Shimon Peres urges Israel to take Kerry's framework deal in meeting with Romanian President, warns of 'tragic consequences' of failure.

Netanyahu Opposes Framework Dividing Jerusalem

Reports indicate Netanyahu has told senior officials he won't sign any framework agreement dividing up the capital of Israel.