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Hamas Tells Abbas Elections Spell End of Peace Talks

Hamas reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying results should convince PA to forget the 'absurd peace talks' with Israel.

Hamas: Leftist Government Disaster 'No Less than Netanyahu'

Hamas leader warns Israeli left victory means endless peace talks, even as 'West Bank' is being 'destroyed.'

Herzog: 'I Am Ready to Be Prime Minister'

Labor leader answers - and evades - tough questions just before elections. On the agenda: building freezes and diplomatic approach to Iran.

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Uri Ariel to Leftists: Bring it On

Housing Minister dismisses criticism over housing, encourages right-wing voters to attend polls and the rally Sunday for a secure Israel.

Jordan's Abdullah Blames Stalled Peace Talks for ISIS

Israeli 'injustices' on 'Palestinian rights' is a 'rallying cry' says Abdullah, although ISIS in Israel primarily fighting Hamas and PA.

Exposé: Hamas, West and Israel in Talks for 5-Year Ceasefire

Leaked documents reveal total lifting of restrictions on Gaza in exchange for ceasefire, reconciliation with Fatah for 'Palestinian state.'

Report Claims Netanyahu Offered 'Palestine' on '67 Borders

Document, notably not presented in report, said to show PM's rep Dermer agreeing to borders; 'no concessions were agreed on.'

Ya'alon: 'Concessions' Document 'Not Relevant'

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon notes leaked document is one of 'many' American proposals, implies Yediot had agenda in leak.

Obama Intends to Restart Peace Talks After Elections

Senior White House source says Obama administration worried about PA collapse, thinking to push plans in UN and int'l community.

Document Reportedly Reveals Netanyahu's Concessions

Document from August 2013 secret talks shows surprising peace agreement draft; PM Office says report has it all wrong.

Russia to Host Syria Peace Talks in April

Talks between Syrian regime and opposition figures will continue in Russia in April after last meeting ended without conclusive results.

Yadlin: the PA has Chosen a 'Diplomatic Intifada'

Exclusive interview: former MI chief slams Netanyahu for Congress speech, hopes to renew peace talks after elections.

Abbas: PA Willing to Talk with Whoever Wins Elections

Palestinian Authority chief says he's willing to return to the negotiating table; serious concerns over mounting PA debt.

Hamas Accuses Tony Blair of Imposing 'Preconditions'

Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk responds to Quartet envoy's question of whether Hamas wants peace.

Blair to Hamas: Are You Islamists or Do You Want Peace?

Visiting Gaza, former British PM calls on Hamas to clarify whether it would accept a long-term peace alongside Israel.

Abbas Promises to Revive Peace Talks with Israel

In visit to Sweden which recognized 'Palestine,' Abbas dodges questions on solutions and Hamas terror, calls for talks amid ICC lawsuit.

EU Ready to Strike Israel with Sanctions One Day After Elections

Report: EU countries behind sanctions against Israel scheduled against right-wing gov't, will push for full withdrawal from Judea-Samaria.

Quartet Calls for 'Speedy Resumption' of Israel-PA Peace Talks

The Middle East Quartet urges Israel and PA to avoid actions that "undermine efforts" to resolve their longstanding conflict.

Syrian UN Envoy to Head Peace Talks in Moscow

Bashar Jaafari, Syria's ambassador to the UN, will head Syrian government's team to end 4-year-old Syrian civil war in Moscow peace talks.

EU's Mogherini Calls for 'Fresh Look' at Israel-PA Peace Talks

EU's foreign policy chief calls for new ways to revive the frozen peace talks between Israel and the PA, suggests the Quartet should expand.

Rivlin Calls on Abbas: Come to Jerusalem Instead of Going to ICC

During a meeting with American senators, President Reuven Rivlin calls on PA Chairman to renew peace talks.

Israeli Envoy: UN Encouraging PA to Avoid Negotiations

"The Palestinians have discovered that the UN is the gift that keeps on giving," Ambassador Ron Prosor tells Security Council.

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.

Bennett Mocks Livni: Go Help France Negotiate with Terrorists

'Send a delegation to Paris, offer the French to "end the occupation",' Bennett fires in attack on former Justice Minister's policies.

EU Calls for Peace Talks After PA Fails at UN

EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says vote at the Security Council underlines the need for Israel and the PA to resume talks.

Is Hamas Considering Direct Talks with Israel?

Hamas said to be reviewing its strategy and might consider talking directly not just with Israel, but with the West as well.

EU Lawmakers Soften Motion on Recognition of 'Palestine'

EU lawmakers stop short of proposing a motion urging recognition of “Palestine”, settle on calling for resumption of peace talks.

Liberman: Israel Will Not Be Dictated to by the PA

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman urges Israel to be proactive in fighting international pressure, forge ties with 'moderate' Arab world.

Netanyahu: 'International Islamic Terrorism Knows No Borders'

Netanyahu sends condolences to Canberra over Sydney siege from Rome; maintains Israel opposes peace deal with PA and Hamas.

Jordan Has No Plans to Push for Quick UN Vote

Despite PA claims, Jordan's UN ambassador states that Jordan has no plans to push for a quick vote on Palestinian statehood.

PM: Palestinian State will Lead Islamists to Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu vows to fight foreign pressure to withdraw from Judea-Samaria ahead of Kerry meeting in Rome.

Kerry Heads to Rome to Talk 'Palestinian State'

US Secretary of State to meet with Netanyahu, Russian FM over 'window of opportunity' to solve regional conflicts.

Kerry and Netanyahu to Meet in Rome

Secretary of State to meet Netanyahu on Sunday as PA continues to promote unilateral statehood bid.

Erekat: Hope Israelis Will Elect a Peace Partner

PA chief negotiator says that in the upcoming elections, Israelis will choose between being a "peace partner" and an "occupier".

Abbas: There Are 6 Million 'Palestinian Refugees' - Including Me

In an interview with an Egyptian newspaper, PA Chairman reiterates his support for "the right of return", rejects recognition of Israel.

Security Takes Center Stage at Saban Forum

PM defends Israel's right to self-defense against PA, Iran; Kerry says Israel's security is 'top priority,' but pushes two-state solution.

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.

Jordan Pushing for UN Resolution on Israel-PA Peace Talks

Jordan says it will be presenting a UN resolution on Israel-PA talks in the coming weeks.

If at first you don't succeed?

Kerry Hopes Next Knesset Holds 'Peace Talks'

Kerry calls on next Israeli government to 'negotiate' after his previous talks torpedoed by PA; US denounces French 'Palestine' vote.

France Working on Alternate Resolution on Israel-PA Talks

PA's UN envoy says a draft resolution to revive peace talks will be presented to the UN Security Council by the middle of the month.

United we fall?

Liberman's Campaign: Divide Israel for 'Unity'

FM Avigdor Liberman's election campaign for Yisrael Beytenu urges giving Arab 'Triangle' area to create Palestinian state to 'unify' Jews.

EU Urges Peace Talks to Resume Ahead of Statehood Vote

EU foreign affairs chief says stalled talks demand a 'sense of urgency,' as the bloc readies to vote on recognizing 'Palestine.'

UN Chief: More Countries Will Recognize 'Palestine'

Ban Ki-moon calls on Israel and PA to resume peace talks, predicts the “momentum” of countries recognizing “Palestine” will grow.

Ireland Condemns Attack, Calls for Talks to 'End the Occupation'

In a statement condemning attack in Har Nof, Ireland's Foreign Minister also calls on the sides to return to talks on "two-state solution".

Washington Reiterates its Objection to PA's UN Resolution

State Department spokeswoman says PA's resolution to "end the occupation" attempts to "prejudge the outcome of final status negotiations."

PLO to Submit Draft for UN 'Statehood Bid' Later This Month

Terror organization behind the PA blames failed US peace plans for UN bid, says date to 'end occupation' to be submitted this month.

Kerry Will Not Unveil New Peace Plan

State Department spokeswoman says Kerry will meet PA negotiator Erekat but will not unveil an American peace plan.

Leftists Draft Letter to PM Calling for Peace Talks

Signatories say peace talks would prevent war, claim negotiating with Hamas-PA government is a 'courageous initiative.'

Peace talks returning?

Kerry to Meet Chief PA Negotiator

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet Saeb Erekat to discuss how to advance the frozen peace process.

Kerry Calls 'Chickens**t' Slur 'Disgraceful and Damaging'

Personal insults against Netanyahu are 'unacceptable' says US Sec. of State; Kerry vows to restart talks with PA to avoid 'Arab-Israeli PM.'

At Knesset Opening Session, Netanyahu Draws Israel's Red Lines

PM vows that Israel will not yield on 3 issues: Jerusalem, Temple Mount, and a Palestinian state without 'mutual recognition.'

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.

Steinitz: Kerry's Comments Strengthened Political Deadlock

Intelligence Minister blasts 'unfortunate' link US made between peace talks and ISIS, in latest condemnation of Kerry's faux pas.

PLO Supports Kerry Claim That 'Israeli Occupation' Behind ISIS

Peace talks, ISIS certainly linked, PLO claims, saying backlash supports jihadism. Meanwhile, US scrambles to deny link.

Kerry Blames ISIS on Failure in Israeli Peace Talks

US Secretary of State says failure to implement 'two-state solution' - not apathy to Islamism - has led to rise of ISIS worldwide.

Ya'alon: The Palestinians Will Have Autonomy - Not a State

Defense Minister says political separation between Israel and PA has already happened, calls for demilitarized autonomy for PA.

Livni to Ban: Oppose Abbas's Unilateral Moves

Justice Minister tells UN chief that backing PA's moves at the UN sends a message that negotiations can be bypassed.

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.

Indyk Bashes Israel, Obama on Yom Kippur

U.S.-Israel alliance 'is crumbling' due to waning support for Israel among Democrats and Israeli 'disresepct', envoy says.

Livni: Abbas is Wasting Precious Time

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