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Israeli Official Slams Indyk's 'Hypocrisy'

Senior Israeli official accuses mediator Martin Indyk of “hypocrisy” in the wake of his comments blaming Israeli for torpedoing peace talks.

Minister Slams Indyk's 'Lies'

Deputy Minister laments US envoy Martin Indyk's comments as the result of too much influence from PA propaganda.

US Official Claims Israel Torpedoed Talks on Purpose

Martin Indyk lashes out at Israel again over failed peace talks, says 'settlements undermine Israel's Jewish future.'

Rice Meets Abbas, Insists Peace Talks Aren't Over

Washington remains committed to the peace process, says Obama’s National Security Adviser after visit to Ramallah.

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: Hamas Isn't a Terrorist Group

PA's chief negotiator claims Hamas is a "legitimate political organization" and not a terrorist group.

PA is 'Interested in Renewing Peace Talks'

Senior PLO official tells leftists demand for '1967 borders' and Hamas unity not up for negotiation, threatens 'price for absence of peace.'

Rice Reassures Israel on Iran Nuclear Ambitions

National Security Adviser tells Netanyahu Washington remained determined to stop Iran developing nuclear arms.

Hamas Must Recognize Israel, Says Egyptian Official

Egypt’s former foreign minister says Hamas must recognize the existence of Israel in order to make a Palestinian state possible.

Rice Attempts to Quell Concerns Over US-Israel Relations

National Security Adviser consults with Netanyahu, Peres over regional issues; will meet with Abbas despite Hamas-Fatah unity pact.

Poll: 68% of Israeli Jews Support End to Peace Talks

Monthly "Peace Index" survey sees majority wary to Hamas-Fatah agreement - and disagree with US blaming Israel for the talks' failure.

PMO on Peres's Comments: Abbas Never Agreed to Anything

Prime Minister’s Office denies that President Peres reached a peace agreement with PA Chairman Abbas three years ago.

Susan Rice to Visit Israel This Week

US National Security Advisor to be in Israel for 'high-level talks' as waffling over peace talks continues.

US Denies Peace Team was Dismantled

Senior US officials are planning to travel to Israel 'soon' following the collapse of the Middle East peace talks.

Peres Reveals: I Reached an Agreement With Abbas 3 Years Ago

President Peres reveals that he reached understandings with Abbas, but PM Netanyahu wouldn't allow the agreement to go through.

Indyk Named as 'Unnamed Source' Blaming Israel For Failed Talks

Officials in Jerusalem claim Indyk tendering resignation following peace talks' collapse, strongly criticized Israeli government.

Lapid: Negotiations with Hamas Could Be Possible in the Future

Yesh Atid chairman apparently backtracks on strong stance against negotiating with terror group, insists that Hamas could change.

Kerry: Hamas-Fatah Pact Was Unexpected

Secretary of State admits that the unity deal between Fatah and Hamas took the U.S. by surprise.

Kerry Urges 'Pause' in Middle East Peace Talks

Top US diplomat echoes president, who admitted administration's inability to bridge gaps between the two sides.

Clinton: Israel Offered the Temple Mount to the PA

Former President reveals that, during the 2000 Camp David Summit, Israel had offered the PA control of the Temple Mount.

Kerry Has 'No Regrets' Over Failed Peace Efforts

Secretary of State "has not a moment of regret" for investing time in Middle East peace, says spokeswoman Jen Psaki.

Erekat: Israel Chose Settlements Over Peace

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

Israel's UN Envoy Warns the World: Your Money Will Go to Hamas

"When Israel tries to tango with Abbas, we find ourselves abandoned on the dance floor," says Israeli Ambassador Prosor.

'If Hareidim Understood the Draft Bill, They Wouldn't Oppose it'

Hareidi MK Dov Lipman shares his thoughts on the enlistment bill, negotiations with the PA and the prospects for a split in Beit Shemesh.

Abbas Charges 'Ethnic Cleansing' in 'Occupied' Jerusalem

Abbas claims Israel guilty of 'war crimes' for allowing movement of citizens in capital, announces new fund to 'defend Jerusalem.'

Jewish Organizations Blast Kerry for Apartheid Comments

The backlash against Kerry for saying Israel could become "an apartheid state" continues.

Israeli Official: Obama Backed Our Stance on Hamas

Israeli official says Israel received "a specific commitment" from the Obama administration regarding negotiations with Hamas.

Israel Begins to Implement Sanctions on PA

Israel has started to deduct the PA’s debts from the tax money it collects on its behalf, and more is on the way.

Kerry's Spokeswoman Has Trouble Explaining 'Apartheid' Comments

Jen Psaki stumbles when asked about Kerry’s remarks that Israel risks becoming an "apartheid state".

'Kerry, Shame on You!'

Transportation Minister lashes out at Kerry Monday for 'apartheid' comments, connects to Holocaust Memorial Day.

Kerry: If Talks Fail, Israel Could Become an Apartheid State

In leaked recording, Kerry says that if Israel doesn’t make peace soon, it could become ‘an apartheid state,’ like the old South Africa.

PLO Adopts Plan to Apply to More UN Bodies

PLO central council backs Mahmoud Abbas's plan to pursue attempts to join 60 United Nations bodies and international agreements.

Why I Voted to Suspend Peace Negotiations With the PA

Palestinian Authority Applies for Membership in Interpol

PA officials say the forms and preparations are ready, but still need PLO, member state approval.

EU Calls to Resume Peace Talks Despite Hamas-PLO Unity Pact

Catherine Ashton says EU expects new government to be headed by Abbas, recognize Israel's right to exist.

Herzog Blames the Government for Peace Talks Collapse

Opposition leader says Netanyahu should “initiate a comprehensive and courageous offer” to PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Danon: Abbas Becoming a Professor of Terrorism

Deputy Defense Minister slams the speech by Abbas before the PLO Central Council.

Final Straw?

Abbas Speech The 'Death Blow' To Peace Talks

Israeli officials slam Abbas speech Saturday which reiterated ultimatums, delivered 'coup de grace' to talks.

United States Denies Peace Talks Have Failed

Peace talks haven't failed but are in a "moment of transition", claims State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki.

Obama Concedes: Maybe it's Time to Pause Talks

Obama lightly criticizes 'unhelpful' PA, Abbas for unifying with terrorist organization Hamas.

'Mahmoud Abbas Saved Israel From Israel'

Analyst says unity deal timing shows Abbas a mere extortionist, hopes Netanyahu holds firm 'because he was ready to submit.'

'What Will Tzipi Livni's Hairdresser Do?'

Ex-MK Ben-Ari calls for sovereignty and a transfer of Arab residents, before Livni 'dresses up' again and puts Israel up for sale once more.

Bennett Orders 'Don't Attack Livni' To Save Coalition

Jewish Home members reportedly get text message telling them 'not to celebrate too much' and let Lapid and Livni do the talking.

ADL: Suspension of Peace Talks Fully Justified

The Anti-Defamation League supports Israel’s decision to suspend peace talks with the PA in light of its pact with Hamas.

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.

Arab MK Slams Netanyahu's 'Jewish Insolence'

MK Ibrahim Sarsour criticizes Netanyahu for saying that Abbas should choose between peace with Israel and peace with Hamas.

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.

Not yet?

Kerry: 'We Will Never Give Up Hope' on Peace Talks

Kerry admits talks at a 'difficult point' after PA-Hamas unity deal leads to talk suspension, adds 'there's always a way forward.'

Livni Declares 'I Won't Step Down'

Livni claims 'door has not been shut' by suspension of talks, says none of her party thinks they need to leave government in response.

Jewish Home MK Calls For 'Much More Than Sanctions'

MK Struk welcomes security cabinet decision to suspend peace talks, says such blatant PA moves require more than financial sanctions.

PA Threatens 'All Options' In Response to Talks Suspension

PA Chief Negotiator Erekat warns all responses being considered to suspension of talks, notes Hamas deal is 'the priority now.'

Breaking News

Peace Talks Suspended

Six-hour cabinet meeting decides to response to PA-Hamas unity by suspending talks, implementing financial sanctions.

J Street Says Israel Must Negotiate With Hamas

True to form, left-wing lobbyist group calls on US government to keep pushing talks despite PLO-Hamas unity accord.

Israeli Cabinet Mulling Retaliation to Hamas-Fatah Unity Pact

Despite looming additional punitive action against the PA, Israel unlikely to cancel talks before April 29.

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.

Abbas: Hamas Pact Doesn't Contradict Peace Talks

PA chairman believes he can form a government with Hamas and still hold 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."

Far-Left MK Says Israel Must Submit to Abbas's Threats

Meretz head Galon calls on Netanyahu to adopt 'Abbas's outline' that Israel freeze building to continue talks, says to 'stop blaming PA.'

Fatah and Hamas to Relaunch Unity Efforts

Prime Minister Netanyahu derides PA zig-zagging: 'When they want peace they should let us know.'

Abbas Demands Three-Month Building Freeze For Talks

PA leader repeats threats to disband PA if talks collapse, says Israel has to freeze Judea Samaria construction as precondition to talks.