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Kerry Announces Resumption of Peace Talks

"We've reached an agreement that establishes a basis for resuming final status negotiations," announces Kerry.

Kerry's Plan: Israel Will Release Hundreds of Terrorists

Kerry has assured the PA that Israel will free some 350 terrorists in the coming months, says official.

Stymied by PA, Kerry Goes Home

PA member of parliament Mustafa Barghouti said "most factions" within the PLO had rejected Kerry's proposal.

Obama Urges Netanyahu to Resume Peace Talks

Obama calls Netanyahu, asks him to continue to work with John Kerry in order to resume talks with the PA.

Kerry: We're Narrowing the Gaps

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says his diplomacy is narrowing gaps between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Ever Optimistic Kerry Returns to the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is returning to the Middle East for a sixth trip, but may not meet with Israeli and PA officials.

Netanyahu to Abbas: Let's Begin Negotiations

"I hope that we speak not just on holidays," Netanyahu tells PA Chairman as he offers greetings for Ramadan.

Abbas: We're Not Making Any Concessions

PA Chairman indicates that he is willing to resume negotiations with Israel - but not give up on even one of his preconditions.

Poll: Israelis Don't Believe Peace with PA is Possible

Nearly three quarters of Israelis think it will not be possible to reach a peace agreement even if peace talks resume, finds new poll.

Abbas 'Optimistic' About Resumption of Talks

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry had made "useful and constructive proposals", says PA Chairman.

Landau: A Palestinian State is Not Feasible

The Palestinian Authority, not Israel, should make concessions for peace negotiations, says Tourism Minister Uzi Landau.

Livni Warns: No Peace Talks May Lead to EU Boycott

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni warns that Israel risks a European economic boycott if it fails to advance peace talks.

PA: Kerry Did Not Achieve any Breakthrough

PLO official Saeb Erekat says there's been no breakthrough in marathon U.S.-led efforts to revive direct peace talks.

Progress or Stalemate in Peace Talks? Kerry's Efforts Continue

Jordan-based newspaper reports that Israel has agreed to freeze construction in Judea and Samaria. PA and Israeli leaders: No progress yet.

Kerry's Meetings 'Positive', Say Officials

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has been having “positive” meetings in the Middle East, according to officials.

Poll: Most Israelis Don't Believe Peace is Possible

Most Israelis support the resumption of peace talks with the PA, but do not really believe that a peace agreement is possible.

Haniyeh to Abbas: Don't Negotiate with Israel

Hamas prime minister urges PA Chairman "not to fall yet again into the trap of talks" with Israel.

Kerry and Netanyahu Hold Second Meeting

U.S. Secretary of State and PM Netanyahu met in Jerusalem, their second meeting in 24 hours.

Kerry and Netanyahu Meet in Jerusalem

Kerry arrives in Israel, meets Netanyahu as part of his efforts to restart peace negotiations.

PM: Peace Intrinsically Linked to Israel Self-Defense

PM: Any peace deal with the Palestinian Authority must be based on Israel's ability to defend itself if the agreement breaks down.

Lieberman: Abbas Only Wants to Go to the UN

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is not interested in reaching a peace agreement with Israel, charges Yisrael Beytenu chairman.

Kerry in Jordan for Fifth Time in 5 Months

U.S. Diplomat to meet King Abdullah II, then Netanayhu and Abbas.

Abbas Planning Another UN Move, Says Israeli Official

Israel believes that Abbas's willingness to meet Netanyahu may be a ploy to buy time so he can make more unilateral moves at the UN.

Netanyahu: Peace Must be Achieved Through Negotiations

"Our goal is not just to enter and put a check mark to show that we've begun negotiations," Netanyahu tells Georgian Prime Minister.

Abbas Willing to Talk to Netanyahu - For a Limited Time

After refusing to talk to Israel for three years, Abbas caves in to pressure from Kerry, agrees to meet Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Netanyahu: Iran Wants 200 Nuclear Bombs, Not Two

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns the international community not to be fooled by Iran’s new "moderate" president.

Hotovely: Oslo Failed - Time to Move On

Israel needs to move on from the failed Oslo Accords and apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, says Deputy Transportation Minister.

Netanyahu: The Arabs Want All of 'Palestine'

Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Presidential Conference that peace will not be possible until Arabs recognize the Jewish State.

Abbas: We Support Kerry's Peace Efforts

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas says he supports U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's efforts to revive peace talks with Israel.

China Urges Peace Talks to Settle 'Palestinian Question'

China calls for a resumption of peace talks, saying global community needs to be aware of "urgency of settling the Palestinian question".

Erekat: Israel Declared the Death of the 'Two-State Solution'

PLO chief negotiator slams Israeli officials for statements against the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Netanyahu: Bennett's Comments Are His Own Opinion

Netanyahu distances himself from Bennett's comments on Palestinian state, says he favors "a negotiated settlement".

Perry Criticizes Yaalon for Dismissing 'Arab Peace Initiative'

Science Minister Yaakov Perry says Yaalon's dismissal of the Arab peace initiative "distances us from the negotiating table."

Sweden May Slash its Aid to the PA

Sweden is considering slashing its aid to the PA because of a lack of progress in achieving a two-state solution, says a Swedish minister.

Ban: 'Settlements' Undermine Hopes for Peace

UN leader Ban Ki-moon says he is "particularly trouble" by Israel's plans to increase construction in Judea and Samaria.

Yaalon: Arab Peace Initiative is a 'Spin'

Israel is ready to negotiate with the PA but it wants to impose preconditions, says Defense Minister during a talk in Washington.

Netanyahu in Poland: Stop Negotiating About Negotiations

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu calls on the Palestinian Authority to come to the negotiating table without delay.

Elkin: Netanyahu Ready to Talk Peace at Any Time

Deputy Foreign Minister Zeev Elkin says Israel is ready to talk peace, but Abbas chooses unilateral move instead of negotiating.

PA Leaders Slam 'Occupation' on Anniversary of Six Day War

Palestinian Authority leaders mark the 46th anniversary of the Six Day War, call on Israel to return to the indefensible pre-1967 lines.

Netanyahu to Abbas: Give Peace a Chance

It's time for PA Chairman to give up his endless preconditions and come to the negotiating table, says PM Netanyahu.

Abbas: We Want to Talk, But the Ball is in Israel's Court

"The Palestinian demands are clear, so Israel must now accept them in order to begin negotiations," claims PA Chairman.

Livni: Delaying 'Two-State Solution' is an Historical Mistake

Justice Minister claims that delaying the two-state solution would be a mistake on the part of those who call themselves Zionists.

Expert: PA's New Prime Minister Means Nothing

Middle East expert Dr. Guy Bechor: Abbas's term as PA chairman ended years ago, so the appointment of his new prime minister is illegal.

Kerry Warns: Last Chance for Israel-PA Peace

If efforts to reach peace fail now, there may never be another chance, warns Secretary of State.

Jordan's PM: Relations with Israel Dependent on PA Peace

Peace between Israel and the PA is the key to regional stability, says Jordan’s Prime Minister.

Lapid: I'm Committed to 'Two-State Solution'

Finance Minister tells French Foreign Minister his party is committed to the “two-state solution” to end the Israeli-Arab conflict.

PA: Israel Destroying Kerry's Efforts by Building in Jerusalem

PLO negotiator accuses Israel of "destroying" John Kerry's peace efforts by building new homes in Jerusalem.

Abbas Admits He's Under Pressure to Drop Preconditions

PA Chairman admits he is under international pressure to resume talks with Israel and drop demands for a construction freeze.

Israel to Build in Jerusalem, U.S. Angry

An official in the White House reacts angrily to news report that Israel approves construction of 300 new homes in Jerusalem.

Kerry's Plan for PA Economy Receives Cool Reception

A $4 billion U.S. plan to boost the PA's met with a cool response as PA leaders insist on a political dimension to the stimulus.

Kerry, Livni Meet in Jordan

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni and U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met in Amman as part of Kerry's ongoing efforts to renew peace talks.

Bennett: "This is our Land, and it's not for Sale"

Economy and Trade Minister Naftali Bennett speaks out in response to President Peres' remarks in Jordan.

Steinitz: Peres is Not a Spokesman for the Government

President Peres does not represent the Israeli government's views when he calls to resume peace talks, notes Minister Yuval Steinitz.

Peres and Abbas Meet in Jordan

Hours after he publicly called for resumption of peace talks, President Peres held a one-on-one meeting with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Abbas: Peace is Possible, but Stop Occupying

PA Chairman says that peace with Israel is "still possible", but continues to accuse Israel of “occupying Palestinian lands”.

Welfare Minister: Dismantle 'Isolated Settlements' Now

Welfare Minister Meir Cohen (Yesh Atid) slams Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria, calls to dismantle “isolated settlements".

MK Shaked Welcomes Report of Pessimism Over Peace

MK Shaked welcomes a report which says that an advisor to Minister Livni is pessimistic about reaching a peace deal with the PA.

Hague: Time Running Out for a 'Two-State Solution'

"The two-state solution does not have much longer," warns British Foreign Secretary during visit to Ramallah.

Erekat Backs Kerry's Efforts but Blasts Israeli 'Apartheid'

PLO negotiator says PA will hold off on applying to join UN institutions to give peace a chance, then blasts Israel's "apartheid'.

German Minister Meets Fayyad

Foreign Minister Westerwelle: "Germany is ready to help create a climate of confidence."