peace talks

Minister Accuses Abbas of 'Bluffing' on Threats

Transportation Minister says Abbas's threats are a response to failing talks - and, like talks, will be all words and no action.

Hamas, Fatah Make New Bid for Unity as Talks Crumble

Bid to unite Palestinian Arabs follows the demise of peace talks, threats to disband the PA.

Will the PA Crumble?

Abbas Threatens to Disband the PA

Move would see Oslo Accords crumble, make Israel 'vulnerable' to international legislation, PA claims. But what does that mean practically?

Little Optimism as Israel, PA Hold Separate Talks with US Envoy

Previous day's talks were 'very difficult' - a new tripartite meeting could be held in the coming days, but no one is optimistic.

Angry Response After EU Exclusively Criticises Israel

Israeli official says it is 'not surprising' that Ashton ignored PA violations of talks.

EU Focuses Pressure on Israel to Make Concessions, Restart Talks

EU foreign affairs chief Catherine Ashton demands Israel stop construction for Jews in Judea and Samaria.

PA Official: Recognizing Israel as a Jewish State is 'Fantasy'

PA stubbornly clings to refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, wildly accuses Israel 'covering up massacres' of Palestinian Arabs.

Last Ditch Efforts To Extend Peace Talks Fail

PA source reveals Thursday night meeting in Jerusalem ends with 'no breakthroughs,' leaving April 29 deadline for talks.

PA Condemns Hevron Shooting Attack to 'Bolster Image'

Abbas, high-ranking PA official condemn murder in Israeli press - but still continue to endorse terror against Israelis.

Israel Suspends Meeting With PA Over Hevron Shooting

Meeting was scheduled to take place today to save crumbling peace talks.

Obama Should 'Forget Middle East, Focus on Ukraine'

New York Times claims there is no 'serious purpose' to Obama and Kerry efforts to salvage talks, blames Israel for talks collapse.

UN Chief Urges Netanyahu, Abbas, to Carry on Talks

Ban Ki-moon speaks to Israeli PM, Palestinian Authority chief individually in a bid to rescue collapsing talks.

Report: Prime Minister Unwilling to Torpedo Coalition Over Talks

Netanyahu 'unwilling to turn the world upside down' for Bennett. But what does that actually mean?

Arutz Sheva Interview

'As Soon as Terrorists Board the Bus, I Will Resign'

Deputy Minister Danny Danon reiterates intent to resign if prisoner deal goes through, calls coalition tensions 'test' for Bennett, Likud.

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.

Israel, PA Teams Meet without US Mediators

Senior PA official: "Israel's sanctions will not deter Palestinian steps to join international treaties and organzations."

Likud Minister Says Partners Just 'Flexing Muscles'

Minister Steinitz reprimands Jewish Home, other Coalition partners, over threats to leave the Coalition.

Arab Terrorists Begin, End New Hunger Strike

Hamas terrorist begins hunger strike over solitary confinement, causing 'solidarity movement' - for a few hours.

Report: Israel, PA to Meet Again Over Peace Talks

PA official claims Erekat, Livni to make last-ditch efforts to save talks.

'Terrorist Release Deal Hurts Israeli Arabs More Than Anyone'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett publishes open letter to Israeli Arabs saying deal would turn them into second-class citizens.

Report: 'Israeli-Arab Terrorists Releases or No Deal'

Senior government officials say the controversial releases are key to continuing peace talks, despite 'zero chance' of success.

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.

Erekat Brands Israeli Sanctions as 'Piracy'

The PA's chief negotiator continues to blast Israel's decision to stop tax money transfers to the PA.

PA to Join Geneva Conventions

In latest move to gain legitimacy, Switzerland signs PA on to Geneva Conventions.

Minister Says Livni Should Leave the Government

In special interview, Uri Orbach calls HaTnua 'fictitious,' slams Livni for blaming Israel over talks - which he has 'no problem' reviving.

'Kerry is the Lapdog of the Arabs'

Attorney Yoram Sheftel says Kerry 'soaked with hatred of Israel,' with a moderator like this 'who needs enemies?'

Architect of Oslo Accords Dies

Ron Pundak, one of the men behind the agreement responsible for intifadas, dies at 59.

'Free Murderers So Enemies Will Agree to Talk to Us?'

Chairman of Bnei Akiva notes that deal to free more terrorists, enact building freeze, 'would hurt our people the most.'

'Only Peace Talks Less Credible Than Bennett's Threats'

Far-left Meretz chairwoman slams Bennett's threat to leave govt. over Israeli-Arab terror release. MK Stern: 'they want to leave, fine.'

MK Insists Jewish Home Won't Remain in Coalition 'At Any Cost'

Housing Minister Uri Ariel reiterates that the likelihood of Jewish Home leaving the government is high.

PA Denies Progress in Peace Talks

Responding to reports of breakthrough deal, PA chief negotiator Erekat remarks gaps are still 'deep.'

Elkin: Terrorist Release Could Topple the Government

Israel is portraying itself as weak when it agrees to release more terrorists, says Deputy Foreign Minister.

Erekat Slams Israeli Sanctions as 'Theft'

Chief PA negotiator lashes out at Israel’s decision to freeze the transfer of taxes it collects for the PA.

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."

Bennett: Release Arab Israeli Terrorists and We're Out

"The Jewish Home will resign from the government if Israeli Arab terrorists are released," declares Minister Naftali Bennett.

Israel Sanctions PA By Freezing Transfer of Taxes

Official reports sanctions over breach of conditions include taxes Israel collects for PA, cap on bank deposits, and no help on gas field.

UN Chief Approves PA Breach of Talks

Ban signs documents to process Abbas's requests, 'State of Palestine' to join conventions May 2. Other countries to follow suit and approve.

Throwing Kerry a lifeline?

Abbas Says Talks Could Continue Beyond April 29

PA chief says he could be open to continuation of talks aimed at establishing a "Palestinian state" with Jerusalem as its capital.

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".

Fatah Member: Israeli Sanctions Will Dismantle the PA

Senior member of the Fatah movement says that Israeli sanctions against the PA would "lead to its collapse."

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.

State Department: Cutting Contacts with PA is 'Unfortunate'

State Department spokeswoman denounces Netanyahu's order to limit his cabinet's contacts with their counterparts in the PA.

Backtracking?

Kerry Denies Blaming Israel for Failure in Peace Talks

US Secretary of State meets with Liberman, claims he merely 'described sequence of events' in comment.

Abbas Briefs Arab Foreign Ministers on Peace Talks, UN Bid

Ahead of looming deadline, PA Chairman runs to Arab ministers over talks. But does it matter?

Report: Prime Minister 'Disappointed' with Kerry Over Blame Game

Source in Prime Minister's Office says US 'knew full well' the PA was uncooperative during talks, violated conditions by applying to UN.

Opposition Attacks Netanyahu For 'Adding Fuel' to Haters

Labor leader attacks cutting ties with PA, calls it 'disengagement' from the world; other MKs praise 'firm response to PA provocation.'

Government Cutting Most Ties with Ramallah

Prime Minister forbids meetings with Palestinians and cooperation with the Palestinian Authority.

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.

Chinese President to Peres: Peace Talks at a 'Critical Stage'

China's President welcomes visiting Israeli President, says he hopes to see progress in peace talks.

PA Threatens to Join More International Organizations

PA envoy to the United Nations threatens more unilateral moves, "depending on Israel’s actions."

US Claims Kerry Didn't Blame Israel

State Department spokesperson quickly declares that Kerry didn't meant to blame Israel, laid responsibility on both sides.

Ariel Says 'Israeli Ministers Caused Kerry to Blame Israel'

Ariel hints at Livni, noting 'when ministers say 1,000 times that we're guilty, in the end they hear it across the sea.'

Bennett Tells Kerry Jerusalem Building 'No Poof'

Bennett fires back at Kerry, no apology for building in Jerusalem, which 'is no poof, it's Zionism.'

Pointing fingers

Kerry Blames Israel

Kerry tells Senate 'Israel didn't release Palestinian prisoners...announced settlements in Jerusalem, and poof, that was it.'

Who's for talks?

87% of Leftists Don't Believe In Peace Talks

Unprecedented new poll results from before talks collapsed; 92% don't foresee peace from talks, nearly half say no urgent need for talks.

All Talk and No Action in Peace Negotiations

PA demands full construction freeze to continue negotiations, says ready for 'Israel's tricks.' Defense Minister: 'I told you so.'

Livni, Erekat Meet to Try and Make Up

Israeli, Palestinian Authority negotiators hold nighttime meeting in an effort to save 'peace talks.'