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Abbas praises Trump's seriousness about peace

PA chairman praises Trump for his efforts to achieve a peace deal with Israel.

Sisi: Palestinians must co-exist with Israelis

Egyptian President urges Palestinian Arabs to be ready to co-exist with each other and with Israelis in safety and security.

Abbas: We won't agree to expanded autonomy

PLO rejects any agreement with Israel that doesn't involve the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Trump: There's a 'chance' for Middle East peace

President Donald Trump says he believes there is a "chance" for peace between Israel and the PA.

Trump to meet both Netanyahu and Abbas

Officials say Trump will meet both Netanyahu and Abbas on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to discuss peace initiative.

Erdogan: Israel 'undermining' peace efforts

Turkish President meets Abbas, calls on Israel to end actions that undermine efforts to reach a two-state solution.

PA officials 'frustrated' Trump won't commit to two states

Palestinian Arab officials continue to insist on clarity to Trump administration's approach to peace process with Israel.

J Street blasts 'ignorant' Trump

Lobbying group attacks Trump administration for failing to endorse a “two-state solution”.

Abbas welcomes Trump's peace efforts

Amid reports of pessimism among PA leaders, Abbas meets Kushner and says he appreciates his peace efforts.

PA pessimistic as Kushner visits

PA officials say Trump's team must commit to two-state solution and oppose "settlements" before peace talks can move forward.

Saudi crown prince discusses peace with Kushner

Saudi Arabia's crown prince meets U.S. delegation, discusses Israel-PA peace efforts.

Jordan and Turkey call for 'serious and effective' peace talks

Jordan's King Abdullah II and Turkish President Erdogan meet, call for "serious and effective" Israel-PA peace talks.

Abbas wants 'clear vision' on peace talks

Abbas spokesman says PA waiting for a "clear vision" from the United States on resuming peace talks with Israel.

Arab foreign ministers welcome Kushner visit

Egyptian and Jordanian foreign ministers, along with PA official in charge of foreign affairs, express support for U.S. peace efforts.

Abbas outlines conditions for peace talks

PA chairman ready to resume negotiations on the basis of two-state principle and determination that "settlements" are illegal.

Kushner visit to help advance peace process

White House official says Trump’s senior advisor will meet regional partners and discuss how to support Israel-PA peace.

Kushner to visit Israel

Trump’s senior advisor reportedly to visit Israel and PA in effort to restart peace talks.

Jordan and PA want clear U.S. position on Palestinian state

Following meeting between Jordan's King and PA chairman, the sides call on Washington to clarify its position on a two-state solution.

Jordan's King calls on U.S. to support 'Palestinian issue'

King Abdullah II says there will be no breakthrough in the peace process if U.S. doesn't support a solution to the “Palestinian issue”.

China seeks support for Israel-PA peace plan

China’s ambassador to the UN urges international community to support President Xi's four-point proposal to end Israeli-Arab conflict.

'South Korean authorities are nonsensical, acting deceptively'

South Korea offers peace talks with North Korea; unofficial response: South Korea must 'end confrontations and hostile practices.'

China reiterates commitment to Israel-PA peace

China announces it will host a symposium between Israel and Palestinian Arabs later this year as President Xi and Abbas meet.

Abbas: China can make contribution to peace process

Ahead of visit to China, PA chairman praises President Xi's proposal for peace with Israel.

Ya'alon: No peace agreement on the horizon

Former Defense Minister believes there is no possibility of reaching an agreement with the PA, says Abbas is evading responsibility.

France to propose new peace plan

French President Emmanuel Macron is interested in being a significant factor in the efforts to secure Israel-PA peace.

Quartet expresses concern over Gaza

Members of the Middle East Quartet meet in Jerusalem, express concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

French President condemns 'settlement construction'

During meeting with PA chairman in Paris, Macron says Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria has reached "unprecedented levels".

Ya'alon blasts government ministers

Former Defense Minister criticizes Galant who called for the elimination of Assad, blasts Liberman over calls to destroy Hamas.

Will Trump decide to pull out of peace talks?

Arabic newspaper says Trump may pull out of peace talks. Senior US official: Report claiming Trump will pull out of negotiations 'nonsense.'

Kushner and Abbas hold 'productive' meeting

Trump's son-in-law, PA chairman and others discuss Trump's efforts to achieve peace with Israel.

Report: Greenblatt could visit the region soon

Officials say the United States is stepping up Israel-PA negotiations.

Netanyahu and Abbas to meet next month

Report says Trump, Netanyahu and Abbas could hold three-way meeting in an attempt to end deadlock.

Trump wants talks to resume within a month

Officials say President Trump wants Israel-PA peace talks to begin as soon as possible.

Abbas to Trump: Willing to begin peace talks

White House says PA chairman told Trump he's willing to begin negotiations with Israel right away.

Trump: Arab leaders ready to take steps toward Israel

Senior Israeli official: Trump told Israeli leaders that Arab leaders are willing to take steps toward Israel if peace talks advance.

Trump: I love the people in Israel

In an interview with Israel Hayom, US President Trump speaks about US Embassy move and finding a solution to the Israeli-Arab conflict.

Saudi Arabia 'optimistic' about Trump's peace efforts

Saudi Foreign Minister says the kingdom is optimistic about Trump’s ability to broker peace between Israel and PA.

PA official: We take Trump's peace efforts seriously

PA official Riyad al-Malki says Abbas was assured by Trump he will solve Israel-PA conflict in a year.

Abbas: We want a state alongside Israel

Speaking in India, PA chairman says a peace agreement will help the fight against terror.

PA official: Peace must be based on two-state solution

PA envoy to the United States welcomes Trump's peace push, says it must be based on a two-state solution.

Erekat 'hopes' Israel will halt construction

Senior PLO official hopes Israel will halt construction in Judea and Samaria but does not make that a condition for talks.

Jordan, PA, Egypt reiterate commitment to two states

Jordan, PA and Egypt officials meet in Amman, discuss peace process between Israel and the PA.

'Time for Israel to present its own vision'

Jewish Home chairman says Israel needs to initiate its own vision instead of the two-state solution.

Will Trump discuss 'Palestinian self-determination'?

National security adviser claims 'Trump will express his desire for Palestinian self-determination during Middle East visit.'

Ya'alon: I hope Trump will be efficient on peace process

Former Defense Minister hopes Trump will not blame Israel for any failure in the peace process.

Netanyahu:

'The Palestinians must teach their children peace'

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets visiting German President, hails alliance with Germany and discusses peace with the PA.

Danon:

'The UN is no longer the Palestinians' playground'

Israel's Ambassador to the UN calls on the PA to stop inciting against Israel and return to the negotiating table.

'We should tell the truth: There will be no Palestinian state'

Jewish Home chairman says Israel should welcome peace negotiations but refuse preconditions.

Putin and Abbas to meet next Thursday

Russian President and PA chairman to meet on May 11 in Sochi.

'It's time to reveal Abbas's true intentions'

Middle East expert Dr. Ephraim Herrera says Israel should place certain conditions for Abbas before even discussing a peace agreement.

Trump hopes for 'something terrific' between Israel, PA

President Trump expresses optimism following his meeting with PA chairman.

Trump to seek Abbas commitment to peace

Sources say Trump will ask PA chairman to cooperate with his Middle East peace initiative.

Abbas heads to Washington

PA chairman to meet President Donald Trump, discuss peace process with Israel.

Abbas: Willing to meet Netanyahu in Washington

PA chairman tells Japanese newspaper he's willing to meet Prime Minister Netanyahu under Trump's patronage.

Barak blasts the government

Former Prime Minister claims Netanyahu is leading Israel towards a reality of one state with an Arab majority.

Sisi cautiously optimistic about Israel-PA peace

Egyptian President meets Jewish leaders, expresses guarded optimism about peace between Arabs and Israel.

Abbas to discuss peace process with Trump

Abbas advisor says PA chairman will soon visit Washington at Trump's invitation.

Trump: I'm working hard to achieve peace

President Trump reiterates commitment to achieving peace agreement between Israel and the PA.

Abbas to visit Russia on May 11

PA chairman to visit Russia on May 11, discuss peace process with Putin.

Norway's FM:

'Two-state solution is under pressure'

Norway's Foreign Minister says only two-state solution can lead to lasting peace.