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'These are Animals, not Humans'

Yaakov and Miriam Tubul, whose son Lior was stabbed to death, don't understand how Israel can set murderer free.

Abbas Vows to Free All Terrorists

PA Chairman vows that none of the terrorists that Israel will release will be deported to areas other than Judea, Samaria and Gaza.

Livni: EU Doesn't Determine Borders

"The future borders of Israel and the Palestinian state will be discussed in the negotiation room," Livni tells German FM.

Ministers Approve Release of 26 Terrorists

The ministerial committee headed by Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon has approved the release of 26 terrorists as part of a gesture to the PA.

Netanyahu to Kerry: Palestinian Incitement is Continuing

"Incitement and peace do not go together,” wrote prime minister after incendiary statements on PA TV.

Khamenei: Israel-PA Peace Talks Are Futile

Iran’s Supreme Leader: The U.S. is not an honest broker. It stands by the Zionists.

Erekat Slams Israel Over Judea and Samaria Construction

PLO negotiator claims that Israeli construction means that Israel is not serious about peace.

U.S.: 'Settlements' Are Illegitimate

United States says it disapproves of construction in Judea and Samaria, after Israel approves construction of more than 800 units.

Negotiations Between Israel and PA to Resume

The U.S. State Department claimed meetings will be held in the coming weeks to get Israel and the PA to agree on core issues

Abbas's Fatah Celebrates Murders of Jews on Facebook

An official Fatah Facebook page presents terror killings as heroic achievements, as “peace talks” continue.

Poll: Majority of Israelis Oppose Concessions

Survey by Israel Democracy Institute reveals wide public support for referendum on any peace deal, opposition to more Israeli concessions.

Edelstein: 'Peace Talks' May Cause Violence

Trying to resolve all of the problems will result in a wave of unrest and international pressure, predicts Knesset speaker.

Deny Israel's Existence - Win $100!

In spite of "peace talks," Palestinian Authority TV continues to encourage rejectionism.

Erekat: Israel Will Release 26 Terrorists in 10 Days

PLO negotiator says Israel will release 26 terrorists on August 13.

Lieberman: No Chance Peace Talks will Succeed

Ex-Foreign Minister: I hope I caused MK Tibi heartburn and an ulcer with Governance Law.

Livni: Much Worse to Free Terrorists With a Gun to Your Head

Justice Minister says Israel won't release terrorists unless the PA shows it's serious about negotiating.

Obama: Action on Iran in Return for Peace Talks

U.S. President promised Netanyahu to take action “within months,” but did not go into details.

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu and Abbas About Peace

Obama spoke to Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas in an effort to keep up the peace momentum.

Danon: Livni Won't Think About Judea and Samaria

In New York, Deputy Defense Minister warns that the interests of Judea and Samaria will not be represented by the negotiating team.

Video: Congress Members Object to Israel Releasing Terrorists

Members of the U.S. Congress have expressed their objection to Israel’s decision to release 104 terrorists as a gesture to the PA.

Lieberman: You Can't Make Peace with a Holocaust Denier

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is a Holocaust denier and did a PhD about it, reminds MK Avigdor Lieberman.

Quartet to Israel and PA: Don't 'Undermine' the Talks

The Quartet issues a joint call on Israel and the Palestinian Authority not to "undermine trust" as they embark on peace talks.

Obama "Hopeful" About Israel-PA Talks

Livni: talks resuming "not just in response to US pressure, but because it's in the interest of both parties."

'All Issues on the Table'

Kerry hopes for 'lasting peace' based on "Two-State Solution" - but negotiations to be held in secrecy.

Ex-Mossad Head: Peace Talks were Bungled

Meir Dagan pins little hope on negotiations with Palestinian Authority, says now is not the time for Iran strike.

Abbas: Palestine will be Judenrein

PA head presents reporters with a "racist and hateful vision" of a future Palestinian state.

Minister Katz: Our 'Peace Partners' Are Vile People

Transportation Minister says that releasing terrorists will not change the other side's hatred towards Israel.

Livni on Peace Talks: It Won't be Easy

Justice Minister says peace talks will be "very tough" but insists they are necessary.

MK Hotovely: If PM Tries to Give Up Land, We'll Stop Him

Likud MK Tzipi Hotovely said that right-wing MKs would stop any deal to surrender Judea and Samaria in its tracks

Peace Talks Start Monday, Announces U.S.

Middle East peace talks will restart in Washington on Monday, the State Department announced on Sunday.

PM's Open Letter to Citizens: Full Text

In a rare communication, Netanyahu spells out his rationale for releasing terrorists, despite opposition by the public.

Dep. Min. Danon: Release of Terrorists is 'Lunacy'

Deputy Defense Minister asks ministers to vote against the planned release Sunday, citing “consensus in Likud.”

Poll: Israelis Oppose Releasing Terrorists

Almost 85% of Israelis oppose the release of terrorists in order to restart peace talks, finds new poll.

Diskin: Israel Approaching the 'Point of No Return'

Israel will need to promote peace or risk becoming a minority in the region, warns former Shin Bet head.

Elkin: Netanyahu Would Give the PA 86% of Judea and Samaria

Deputy Foreign Minister: Netanyahu would give 86% of Judea and Samaria to the PA, but luckily they will never settle for that.

Steinitz: Israel Willing to Make Concessions for Peace

Israel would be willing to make painful concessions in order to reach peace, Minister Yuval Steinitz told the British Daily Telegraph.

Kerry Flubs, Calls Palestinian Authority a 'Country'

John Kerry accidentally refers to areas controlled by the Palestinian Authority as a country. His spokeswoman: No change in our policy.

Kurtzer Vying with Indyk for Mediator Job – Report

Reports that Martin Indyk will serve as mediator between Israel and the PA may have been premature.

Netanyahu: We're Ready to Talk Peace Right Away

"Our team is ready" to talk peace with the PA, Prime Minister Netanyahu tells visiting Japanese Foreign Minister.

Martin Indyk "Not an Honest Broker"

Israeli groups voice concern amid revelations that US-appointed mediator serves on the board of far-left "New Israel Fund"

Expert: The Chances of Peace Are Zero

The PA refuses to negotiate with Israel and, as long as that is the case, peace will never come, predicts Professor Avraham Diskin.

Kerry Finalizing U.S. Team for Peace Talks

No confirmation on whether Martin Indyk has been chosen to head the U.S. negotiating team.

Bennett: Referendum Law or No Budget

Bayit Yehudi supports Netanayhu initiative to bring any “peace deal” to a plebiscite. Livni, Lieberman unite in opposition

Danon: Construction Freeze? Terrorist Release? No Way!

Deputy Defense Minister vows to fight any initiative to freeze Jewish construction in Judea and Samaria or release terrorists.

Peres Hosts Arab Leaders, Hails Resumption of Peace Talks

"Don't listen to the skeptics. Peace is possible," says always optimistic President Shimon Peres.

Arab League Blames Israel Before Talks Even Start

Arab League says it supports the resumption of peace talks, but says it's "skeptical of Israeli intentions."

Report: Netanyahu to Free 82 Terrorists

Channel 10: Netanyahu intends to free terrorist murderers as “gesture” for “peace” negotiations

Israel, PA Accept Martin Indyk as Mediator in Negotiations

Former US ambassador Martin Indyk to serve as point man in negotiations between Israel and PA

PLO: Still No Decision to Negotiate

Senior PLO official Yasser Abed Rabbo says leadership awaits answers on matters, some of which are substantive.

Feiglin: Bennett should Consider Bolting Gov't

In slightly bizarre interview, maverick Likud MK warns Bayit Yehudi not to enable a catastrophe, "through inaction and silence"

Iran: Israel-PA Peace Talks are a Bad Idea

“The occupying Zionist regime is basically not ready to pay the price for peace,” says Tehran

Lieberman: The Conflict with the Arabs Has No Solution

Former Foreign Minister MK Avigdor Lieberman calls for Israel to go into negotiations "without illusions."

Hotovely: The Talks Will Lead Nowhere

It's only a matter of time before the current round of peace talks breaks down, predicts Deputy Transportation Minister.

Bennett: Keep Building During Negotiations

Housing Minister: there will be no construction freeze, I'll use my authority to enlarge housing supply

Defense Minister Paints Negotiations as Success

Yaalon says Israel succeeded in bringing about negotiations without any preconditions.

Netanyahu: Resuming Talks with PA 'Vital'

"It is important on its own... and because of the challenges facing us, especially from Iran and Syria."

Livni: Netanyahu's Decision Shows Leadership

"All topics will be on the table,” she says, “but inside the room – we will have to act responsibly.”

Ashton Welcomes Resumption of Peace Talks

EU foreign affairs chief welcomes announcement of resumption of peace talks between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Hamas: No Negotiating with the 'Occupation'

Hamas rejects John Kerry's announcement of a return to peace talks between the PA and Israel.

Yechimovich Welcomes Resumption of Peace Talks

Labor party will be there for Netanyahu against "right-wing" extremists," promises opposition leader.