Peace Negotiations

UAE -The first domino to fall

The UAE has broken the glass ceiling and the fear of recognizing Israel publicly, this without the failed 'land for peace' mantra. Op-ed.

Martial versus Democratic diplomacy

Arab leaders: Negotiations possible, 'despite J'lem declaration'

Jordanian, Saudi leaders express 'optimism' at renewal of peace negotiations. 'Negotiations depend on the goodwill of the sides.'

Is the Middle East stable enough to let down our guard?

PA again imposes preconditions for peace talks

Abbas's spokesman demands that Netanyahu stop "settlement construction" and accept French initiative in order to resume talks.

The folly of an imposed solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

UN's Ban to visit Israel amid continued peace push

UN Secretary General heads to France ahead of a Middle East tour that will take him to Israel and the PA.

On 'Palestine' - Trump must blow his own trumpet with greater clarity

Israel: PA official's comments prove they don't want peace

Israeli officials respond to PA Foreign Minister's declaration that there will "never" be direct talks with Israel again.

Fatah official: The Americans aren't an 'honest broker'

Fatah Central Committee member says United States is Israel's "strategic ally" and therefore cannot broker peace talks.

Ban Ki-moon 'ashamed' at lack of progress in peace talks

Days after repeatedly attacking Israel, UN chief says he is working for benefit of the people in the region.

PA announces new UN campaign to renew peace talks

PA’s UN envoy says PA may try to pass resolution condemning "settlements" as part of a campaign to force peace talks on Israel.

French FM Calls to Renew Peace Talks, Warns About 'Settlements'

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius claims that continued Israeli "settlement" construction poses a threat to a final peace deal.

Minister Shalom to PA: Resume Peace Talks without Preconditions

Interior Minister says the Palestinian Authority should restart peace talks with Israel without preconditions.

EU's Mogherini to Visit Israel, PA Next Week

EU foreign policy chief to visit the Middle East as part of renewed push to resume peace talks.

Obama: 'Two-State Solution' Best for Israel's Security

President Barack Obama continues to push new Israeli government towards accepting the "two-state solution" for peace with the PA.

New Zealand Seeking UN Resolution on Israel-PA Talks

New Zealand says it is working on a draft resolution to revive the long-stalled peace talks between Israel and the PA.

France to Submit UN Resolution on Israel-PA Talks in 12 Days

Officials say France is preparing a draft UN Security Council resolution on Palestinian statehood to be submitted in 12 days.

Report: Blair to Step Back as Quartet's Middle East Envoy

Former British PM reportedly has recognized that a frontline role in the Quartet is no longer tenable.

Quartet to Meet to Discuss Israel-PA Peace

Envoys from the United States, European Union, United Nations and Russia will meet January 26 to discuss stalled peace process.

Lapid Outlines His Diplomatic Vision Ahead of Elections

In a speech at a diplomatic conference, Yair Lapid reiterated his 'centrist' views, differentiating himself from left and right-wing.

Obama and Jordan's King 'Concerned' Over Israel-PA Tensions

President Obama meets King Abdullah II, says they are both “concerned” about the tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.

Ya'alon: Conflict Has Nothing to Do with Mideast Instability

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon says there is no linkage between the Israeli-Arab conflict and all the other problems in the Middle East.

Kerry Meets Abbas, Discusses Peace Efforts

PA Chairman and U.S. Secretary of State meet on sidelines of donor conference in Cairo, as Kerry restarts peace efforts.

Livni: Abbas is Wasting Precious Time

Justice Minister tells NPR that PA Chairman should have chosen negotiations instead of unilateral moves at the UN.

Abbas to Netanyahu: End the Occupation, Make Peace

PA Chairman says he will present a new timetable for peace talks with Israel when he addresses the UN.

Herzog Speaks to Abbas, Urges Resumption of Talks

Opposition leader speaks to PA Chairman, asks him to resume peace talks with Israel and to refrain from unilateral steps.

Herzog Calls for Resumption of Peace Talks Amid IDF Operation

Opposition leader calls for Israel and the Palestinian Authority to resume talks, even as Operation Protective Edge continues.

Indyk Says Peace Talks Left Him 'Battered'

In his first Tweet since resigning as Middle East envoy, Martin Indyk says he is "battered but unbowed".

Danon: Livni Should be Dismissed as Chief Negotiator

Deputy Defense Minister says Livni is harming Israel's diplomatic efforts by meeting PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Obama Sees Israel as Responsible for Peace Talks Failing

Senior official in Washington says President Obama thinks Israeli "settlement construction" caused peace talks to fail.

Lapid Not Giving Up on Peace with PA

"We will not give up until we are separated from the Palestinians," says Yesh Atid leader at party convention.

Abbas: We're Willing to Resume Talks, But...

Abbas says PA ready to resume negotiations with Israel but conditions that on the release of terrorists and a construction freeze.

Erekat: Israel Chose Settlements Over Peace

Chief PA negotiator blames Israel for the failure of the peace talks.

State Department: Both Israel, PA Have Made 'Unhelpful' Steps

United States lays the blame on both Israel and the PA for failure of peace talks, says efforts to salvage them will continue.

Netanyahu: Hamas-Fatah Deal is a 'Blow to Peace'

Speaking to foreign media, Netanyahu vows he will not negotiate with the PA so long as it is part of a government with Hamas.

Senior Fatah Official Slams Netanyahu's 'Racist' Coalition

Senior Fatah official Jibril Rajoub claims the deal between Hamas and Fatah has nothing to do with the peace talks with Israel.

U.S. Backs Israel's Move to Cancel Talks with PA

State Department says Israel can't be expected "to negotiate with a government that does not believe in its right to exist."

PA Claims Congress is Pushing for Sanctions Against It

PA claims some members of the U.S. Congress are calling for action against it in response to the unilateral UN move.

Indyk to Return to Israel and Meet Negotiators

A meeting between Israeli PA negotiators ends in no results, sides to meet again later this week.

U.S. Criticizes PA Moves, Israel's Sanctions

White House says the PA's unilateral moves hurt peace, as State Department says Israel's sanctions on the PA are "unfortunate".

Israeli Officials: No Chances that Talks Will Resume

Officials in Jerusalem pessimistic about the possibility of the stalled peace talks resuming anytime in the near future.

Hamas: No to Extension of Peace Talks

Hamas declares it is against any extension of peace talks between Israel and the PA, amid reports that a deal may be in the works.

State Department: Talks Continue, but No Progress

Jen Psaki says a new round of talks between Israel and the PA but says "any speculation about an agreement are premature."

Hamas: Unleash the Resistance

In response to Israel's sanctions on the PA, Hamas says that Abbas should "give rein to resistance against the occupation".

Arab League: Stalemate in Peace Talks is All Israel's Fault

The Arab League says Israel is responsible for the “serious predicament” facing the negotiations.

Republican Jewish Coalition Blasts Kerry for Blaming Israel

Republican Jewish Coalition says it is "outrageous" for Kerry to blame Israel for the stalled peace talks.

PA Official: Israel Keeps Threatening Us

PA sources blame Israel as last-ditch talks between Israeli and PA negotiators end without a breakthrough.

PA Official: 'Zionist' Indyk Protects Israel

Senior PA official Abbas Zaki claims that American mediator Martin Indyk is "a Zionist who protects the interests of Israel."

PA: We Didn't Mean to Upset Kerry

Senior Fatah official Nabil Shaath tries to do damage control after Kerry says he will "evaluate" his next steps.

PA: Kerry's 'Jewish Advisors' Are to Blame for Talks Failure

Former minister in the PA government claims that John Kerry’s “Jewish advisors” are to blame for the impasse in the peace talks.

Kerry Considering Yet Another Middle East Trip

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry may come to the Middle East on Monday in order to save the failing peace process.

PA Official: Releasing Terrorists 'Good for the Morale'

PA official who was jailed in Israel tells Likud Central Committee members that releasing terrorists "creates a good atmosphere."

State Department Denies Israel-PA Talks are Failing

U.S. denies that the peace talks have failed, despite earlier reports that Israel is refusing to release the fourth batch of terrorists.

Kerry Announces Surprise Meeting with Abbas

U.S. Secretary of State to interrupt a visit to Italy to meet with PA Chairman in Amman, amid impasse in peace talks.

Abbas: Israel Trying to Get Out of Releasing Terrorists

PA Chairman launches a tirade against Israel, says it is responsible for the peace talks not progressing.

Palestinian Arabs Favor Extending Talks if Terrorists Freed

A majority of Palestinian Arabs would support extending peace talks if Israel releases more terrorists, finds new poll.

Abbas Sets Conditions for Extension of Talks

PA Chairman agrees to extend peace talks, but only if Israel freezes construction in Judea and Samaria and releases more terrorists.

Erekat: Israel Systemically Makes Effort to Spoil Talks

Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of taking “actions against the Palestinian people” that indicate that it has “chosen settlers.”

Livni: Terrorist Release Depends on Abbas

Livni: the PA will have to show seriousness in talks in order for Israel to go ahead with the release of the fourth batch of terrorists.