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Carter: Two-State Solution is Dead - And It's Israel's Fault

Former President says there is "zero chance" for the two-state solution, places the blame on Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Report: WJC President Met Abbas in Jordan

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas reportedly meets World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder in Amman to discuss peace.

Qatari Foreign Minister Blasts 'Israeli Occupation'

Qatar’s Foreign Minister tells John Kerry the Middle East is suffering from "Israeli occupation".

PA Sources: Cyprus Initiating Resumption of Peace Talks

Cyprus pushing an initiative to revive the peace process between the PA and Israel, say Palestinian sources.

Minister Shalom Meets with PA Chief Negotiator

Minister Silvan Shalom, who was appointed to head peace talks, met last week in Jordan with the PA’s chief negotiator, Saeb Erekat.

Clinton: Two-State Solution is the 'Best Outcome' for Both Sides

Democratic presidential candidate says she believes a "two-state solution" is the only resolution for Israel-PA conflict.

UN Envoy: The Two-State Solution is 'On Life Support'

UN’s special envoy to the Middle East Nickolay Mladenov says both Israel and PA need to show commitment to the "two-state solution."

Heady After Iran 'Success', EU Ministers Turn to Israel-PA Talks

Days after concluding nuclear deal with Iran, EU foreign ministers will convene in Brussels to 'discuss' the Israeli-Arab conflict.

Netanyahu to Abbas: The Citizens of Israel Want Peace

PM Netanyahu speaks to PA chairman to wish him a happy Eid al-Fitr which marks the end of Ramadan.

Minister Shalom: Restart Peace Talks

Interior Minister Silvan Shalom says Israel wants to resume peace talks with the PA, but “it takes two to tango”.

France Denies it Dropped UN Bid on Israel-PA Talks

French Foreign Ministry says it does not intend to give up its bid to advance a UN resolution on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

PA Foreign Minister Claims France Dropped UN Peace Talks Bid

PA Foreign Minister Riad al-Malki claims France abandoned its bid to advance a UN resolution to restart peace talks.

Sisi: Israel-PA Peace Will Make the Region Safer

Egyptian President meets delegation of the American Jewish Committee, calls for peace between Israel and the PA.

UN to Netanyahu: Translate Your Words into Actions

UN calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to stop building in Judea and Samaria as a means of showing commitment to "two-state solution".

Former Ambassador: UN Report on Gaza 'Completely Predictable'

When the UN decides to investigate Israel, “you can write the report in advance,” says former Ambassador John Bolton.

Wikileaks: France Planned Israel-PA Talks Behind Obama's Back

Leaked cables reveal former French president Sarkozy planned to work with Russia, set US ultimatum to back Palestinian statehood.

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.

French FM Headed to Middle East for Peace Push

France's foreign minister to meet Arab League ministers, as well as with PM Netanyahu and PA chairman Abbas in bid to revive stalled talks.

Abbas Calls for 'Review' of Agreements with Israel

PA chairman calls to “review” political, economic, and security agreements with Israel, claims Jewish state is violating them.

Ya'alon: No Peace Deal in My Lifetime

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon says the delegitimization campaign is more dangerous than a real threat, is hampering resuming talks.

Minister Shalom to PA: Resume Peace Talks without Preconditions

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

Netanyahu: Palestinians Setting a 'Perfect Trap' for Israel

The PA is deliberately refusing to negotiate in order to portray Israel as the aggressors, PM states in meeting with Czech Republic FM.

State Dept.: No Decision Yet on French UN Initiative

State Department spokeswoman says Washington hasn't yet decided how it would vote on UN resolution for Israel-PA peace.

German FM Calls for Open Borders - After Hamas Stops Rockets

Frank-Walter Steinmeier takes relatively harsh line on peace talks for EU minister, does not meet with Hamas in Gaza.

Dore Gold: Hamas Cannot Be a Peace Partner

Gold rules out peace talks with Hamas - which is still linked to PA - over their jihadism, acceptance of Al Qaeda.

Obama Vowed to Renew Pressure on Israel after Iran Deal?

PA Prime Minister Hamdallah tells WaPo: 'We count on the United States and are sure they will deliver.'

Barak Calls for Unilateral Steps if PA Won't Negotiate

Former PM says the Israeli government should take unilateral steps to establish a Palestinian state if the PA refuses to talk.

Graham Promises 'Violent Pushback' to Protect Israel from UN

Republican presidential candidate says he will hold back funds to the UN if it tries to impose a peace agreement on Israel.

EU Calls for Peace Talks to Resume Immediately

Frederica Mogherini cites terrorist rocket fire on Israel, IAF response as proof 'status quo' of non-negotiation is 'unsustainable.'

Rivlin: Reconstructing Gaza in Israel's Interests

President Reuven Rivlin says the international community is responsible for ensuring Gaza is rehabilitated - by stopping rocket fire.

Tony Blair Stepping Down from Middle East 'Peace Quartet'

Former British PM hands in resignation letter after eight years, says he will continue to work for 'two state solution' informally.

"We Shall Continue on our Path until our Entire Land is Liberated"

PA Refuses to Restart Peace Talks on 'Settlement Blocs'

Chief negotiator Erekat says report on Netanyahu wanting to restart talks and define 'blocs' is attempt to steal 'state of Palestine.'

Peace Talks: 'Dangerous' or Expected?

Ministers face off over rumors that Netanyahu plans to revive peace talks, discuss 'settlement blocs' with PA.

Peres: There is a Majority in Israel for 'Two-State Solution'

Speaking in Jordan, former President calls for the resumption of peace talks between Israel and the PA.

Erekat: New Israeli Government is 'Racist'

Chief PA negotiator blasts Israeli government as "racist" and "extremist" following meeting with EU's Mogherini.

Netanyahu: I Support a Two-State Solution

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu emphatic over two-state solution in meeting with EU's Federica Mogherini.

EU Chief Mogherini to Visit, Push Peace Talks

Mogherini meets Abbas in Ramallah to discuss restarting talks; diplomat says she is 'testing' what can be done with new government.

UN to Explore New Israel-PA Peace Effort

UN's new Middle East envoy says the global body will explore options with Israel's new government for a return to negotiations.

NGO Monitor Unveils EU's Biased Role in the Peace Process

Is the EU a fair mediator in peace talks between Israel and the PA? NGO Monitor's new analysis shows EU's bias against Israel.

Official: Netanyahu Will Have Final Say in Talks With PA

Despite Silvan Shalom's appointment as Israel's chief negotiator with the Palestinian Authority, official stresses PM has final word.

EU's Mogherini Wants 'More Active Role' in Middle East

EU foreign policy chief says the bloc wants a more active role in seeking peace between Israel and the PA.

Peace Talks: Now in the Hands of Interior Minister Silvan Shalom

Shalom responsible for US-Israel relations as well; move sparks opposition from PA and tension within Likud.

Abbas Sets New Preconditions for Peace Talks

PA chairman demands terrorist release and "end of occupation" by 2017 as preconditions to restart peace talks.

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.

Obama Expects Israel to Work Towards 'Two-State Solution'

In an interview with Arab newspaper, Obama says he wants "genuine commitment to a two-state solution" from Israel.

EU's Mogherini Congratulates Netanyahu, Urges Peace Talks

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs calls for resumption of peace talks with the end goal of a “two-state” solution.

UN Chief to Look for 'Realistic Options' for Israel-PA Peace

Ban Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.

PA Chief Negotiator Skeptical About Peace

Saeb Erekat expresses skepticism about peace prospects with Israel, following Netanyahu's comments against a Palestinian state.

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.

U.S. Gives Cool Reception to French Peace Talks Initiative

"Let's not get ahead of ourselves," says American official after France announces new UN resolution on Israel-PA talks.

France to Push for New UN Resolution on Israel-PA Peace

France plans to begin talks on a new Security Council resolution to revive Israeli-Palestinian peace prospects.

Expert: The Time for Alternatives is Now

Israelis have sought a chance to change the public discourse on a two-state Solution. Now is the time to talk about it, says one expert.

US Moves from Solving the Conflict to Managing It

Despite what people perceive about the Secretary of State, he has been Netanyahu’s staunchest advocate to the White House.

UN Chief Links Palestinian State and Israeli Democracy

UN chief says Israel should negotiate for a Palestinian state, claims this is the "only way for Israel to remain a democratic state".

France Calls for Peace Talks Based on Two-State Solution

Responding to Netanyahu's election victory, French Foreign Minister Fabius calls for resumption of peace talks.

PA: Negotiations 'Only on Two-State Solution' Basis

The PA officially announced Wednesday night that it was hoping to renew talks with Israel, regardless of who was Prime Minister.

Obama Still Has Not Called Netanyahu to Congratulate Him

Kerry makes post-victory call to Netanyahu instead; cold response attributed to declaration against two-state solution.