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Fatah official: Israel not a 'peace partner'

Jibril Rajoub blasts Israel's approval of new community in Samaria, says it proves there's no partner for peace.

Europe blasts Israeli construction

Britain, France and Germany condemn Israel's approval of new community for Amona residents, say it undermines peace.

Abbas: Trump is serious about peace

PA chairman praises President Trump's efforts to achieve peace between Israel and the PA.

Jordanian King to meet Trump

Jordan's King Abdullah to visit White House next week amid efforts to restart Israel-PA talks.

Greenblatt won't impose peace plans

Washington clarifies that Jason Greenblatt does not intend to impose a peace agreement on Israel and the PA.

Abbas to Israel: Don't waste peace opportunity

PA chairman urges Israel to reach peace agreement based on the “two-state solution”.

Chinese President calls for Palestinian state

During meeting with Netanyahu, Chinese President calls for peace between Israel and an independent Palestinian state.

Abbas and Sisi discuss 'Palestinian cause'

PA chairman meets Egyptian President amid reports of tensions between Fatah and Egypt.

Trump envoy meets Jordanian King

Jason Greenblatt meets King Abdullah II, stresses the importance of Jordan's role in the peace process.

Israel, U.S. aim to achieve formula on construction

Netanyahu and Trump's envoy meet for five hours, discuss construction in Judea and Samaria.

Abbas: Trump assured me of his commitment to peace

PA chairman says Trump assured him of his commitment to Israel-PA peace in their telephone conversation.

PA officials: Abbas is a 'peace partner'

PA officials claim that Abbas's conversation with Trump refutes Israel's claim that Abbas isn't a partner for peace.

Trump to speak to Abbas

White House announces that Trump will speak on the phone with PA chairman for the first time.

Ambassador Haley makes bid to renew peace talks

U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley discusses reviving Israel-PA talks with PA envoy to the United Nations.

Trump expects Israel to act 'reasonably' on peace process

Senior American official says Trump expects Israel to give him enough time to consult on how to move forward with peace talks.

Report: Abbas friction with Egypt is over peace initiative

PA chairman reportedly objected to efforts to launch regional peace initiative with Netanyahu, causing latest tensions with Egypt.

Did former British PM want to be Trump's adviser?

Tony Blair denies reports he had contacts with Trump about the possibility of Blair becoming his Middle East adviser.

EU mulling high-level talks with Israel

EU foreign ministers considering holding high-level talks with Israel amid concern over the "two-state solution".

Abbas to visit Moscow in May

PA chairman will reportedly visit Moscow, discuss Israel-PA peace efforts.

Abbas deputy: We accept 'one-state solution'

PA chairman's deputy claims the PA accepts a “one-state solution” but Israel doesn't.

Congressmen introduce bill for Israeli-Palestinian peace fund

Two congressmen introduce measure to establish international fund to promote peace between Israel and Palestinians.

Trump: I like the two-state solution

Trump explains he likes the concept of a two-state solution but will be satisfied with what makes both parties happy.

Abbas blames Israel for talks impasse

Visiting Lebanon, PA chairman claims he is extending his hand for peace but Israel refuses talks.

Hollande: France insists on 'two-state solution'

French President says his country is committed to a “two-state solution” and that won't change.

'The two-state solution has been dead for a decade'

MK Avi Dichter says there won't be a “one-state solution” but makes clear the “two-state solution” is no longer viable either.

Australian PM reiterates support for two-state solution

In newspaper column ahead of Netanyahu visit, PM Turnbull expresses support for directly negotiated two-state solution.

Egypt committed to two-state solution

Spokesman for Egypt's president reaffirms his country's commitment for a Palestinian state.

Herzog: Netanyahu 'ran away' from peace initative

Opposition chairman: Kerry's peace proposal was historic opportunity but Netanyahu backed off because it would have dismantled Likud.

Revealed: Kerry offered Netanyahu regional peace plan

Haaretz reveals Netanyahu took part in a secret summit in Jordan in 2017, where Kerry presented plan for regional peace initiative.

Netanyahu: We must maintain our security interests

In MSNBC interview, Netanyahu says peace with the Arabs will only come when they recognize Israel and stop trying to destroy it.

Sweden to appoint Middle East peace envoy

Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom announces her country will be involved in Israel-PA peace talks.

Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

Senior White House official: Peace is the goal, but we will no longer insist on “two-state solution”.

'At the end of the day, the goal is peace'

White House spokesman: Statement about "settlements" is very clear. Netanyahu and Trump will discuss the peace process when they meet.

White House: 'Settlements' may not help promote peace

In first official statement on Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria, White House suggests it may not be helpful in promoting peace.

Report: Trump asks Israel to stop construction

American official tells Jerusalem Post Israel's recent construction announcements undermine Trump's peace efforts.

"Abu Mazen is an illegitimate leader. The PA does not exist"

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman says at conference that the PA is split between Fatah and Hamas, only a regional framework can bring peace

Trump: Peace can only be achieved through direct talks

President Trump tells Netanyahu that peace with the PA can only be reached through direct negotiations between the sides.

Kerry: Israel marching towards being a 'unitary state'

Outgoing Secretary of State blames Israel and PA for failure to reach peace deal during his tenure.

Abbas welcomes Paris conference statement

PA chairman urges countries to recognize the "State of Palestine" following Paris peace conference.

Egyptian FM to present vision on Israel-PA peace

Egypt’s foreign minister, Sameh Shoukry, will attend the Paris peace conference and give a speech on Israel-PA peace talks.

Hotovely: Paris conference will distance peace

Deputy Foreign Minister reiterates Israel’s objection to the Paris peace conference, likens it to "a wedding without a bride and groom".

Secretary of State nominee: Israel is our most important ally

Rex Tillerson blasts the Obama administration's attitude towards Israel, says PA must demonstrate it is serious about peace talks.

Kerry to attend Paris conference

Secretary of State to attend the Paris peace conference scheduled to take place five days before his term ends.

Erekat: Abbas willing to meet Netanyahu in Moscow

PLO Secretary-General says PA chairman is willing to attend a three-way peace summit in the Russian capital.

Abbas: 'Settlements' threaten the two-state solution

PA chairman says Paris peace conference is an opportunity to reach a peace agreement but criticizes Israeli presence in Judea and Samaria.

Kerry laments failed peace process in exit memo

Outgoing Secretary of State calls on Israel and the PA to resume peace talks, praises Iran deal in memo to Obama.

Abbas willing to work with Trump administration

PA chairman expresses willingness to work with the incoming American administration to establish a Palestinian state.

Jewish American leaders urge France to cancel peace conference

Leaders of Conference of Presidents call on France to cancel or postpone "ill-conceived" international meeting on Middle East peace.

Russia: Kerry's speech doesn't help peace

Russia's Foreign Ministry wonders why Kerry didn't raise his concerns about Israel-PA peace until weeks before the end of his term.

Huckabee: Defund the UN and give the money to veterans

Former Arkansas Governor blasts Kerry's "ridiculous" speech, calls for the United States to pull its portion of the UN's funding.

Obama advisor: He'll veto any anti-Israel resolution

President Obama’s Deputy National Security Advisor says he will veto any UN resolution that dictates a peace solution on Israel.

France welcomes Kerry's speech

French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault says Kerry's speech reinforces the urgency of implementing the two-state solution.

Abbas: Stop building and peace talks can resume

PA chairman responds to Kerry speech by again imposing preconditions on peace talks.

Kerry to respond to Israeli claims on UN vote

Official says Secretary of State will respond in his speech to Israeli claims that the U.S. was behind anti-Israel vote at the UN.

Erdan on Kerry's speech: Pathetic

Internal Security Minister criticizes Secretary of State's planned speech on how to achieve Israel-PA peace.

Kerry to offer comprehensive vision on Israel-PA peace

Secretary of State will make a speech on Wednesday regarding the peace process between Israel and the PA.

Russia: Only direct talks can bring peace

Russia says the only way to achieve peace is through direct Israel-PA negotiations, affirms readiness to host Netanyahu and Abbas.

Pope Francis hopes for Israel-PA peace

Pope Francis urges Israelis and Palestinian Arabs to "write a new page of history".

Egypt wants to play a key role in Israel-PA talks

Egypt's Foreign Ministry says the country will play a key role in Israel-PA peace talks along with Donald Trump's new administration.

Trump: We'll get peace deal done despite UN vote

President-elect says the UN Security Council vote against Israel makes a peace deal "much harder," but claims a deal can still be reached.