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Russia satisfied by result of elections in Israel

Chief rabbi of Russia discusses good relations between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Putin.

Turkish Russian S-400 purchase heightens tensions with US, NATO

Turkey’s purchase of Russia’s S-400 reinforces perception Turkey becoming increasingly unreliable member of NATO club,

Erdogan: S-400 could be delivered earlier than scheduled

Turkish President says delivery of Russian missile defense systems could be earlier than initially planned.

Erdogan: S-400 purchase from Russia will go ahead

Turkish President vows to go ahead with deal to purchase Russian missile defense systems, despite pressure from US not to do so.

Turkish FM: S-400 purchase from Russia a 'done deal'

Turkey’s Foreign Minister says his country's purchase of Russian missile defense systems cannot be canceled.

Putin gives Netanyahu Israeli MIA's belongings

During official ceremony at Russian defense ministry, PM given remains of items belonging to soldier Zachary Baumel.

Political source:

'What Putin did was far from self-evident'

Political source relates to timing of Zecharia Baumel declaration, rejecting claims of connection to elections.

Putin: Our soldiers found Zachary Baumel's remains

Russian president confirms during meeting with PM that Russian army coordinated with Syrian army to locate IDF soldier missing for 37 years.

'We will discuss Syria and the coordination between our armies'

Netanyahu takes off for Moscow for meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

Netanyahu to meet Putin in Moscow on eve of Israeli elections

Israeli PM and Russian president agree to meet in Moscow on Thursday following phone conversation on future of Iranian forces in Syria.

US stops delivery of F-35s to Turkey

Delivery of F-35 fighter jet parts to Turkey halted in response to purchase of Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile system.

Russia: US Golan move will lead to 'new tensions'

Moscow warns against "new wave of tensions" in the Middle East following Trump's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights.

Russia unveils new 'Kamikaze Drone'

Russia develops drone for use against surface targets that blows itself up upon approaching target.

'Zircon missile travels at mach 8-9, has range of 1,000KM'

Russian military science prof says missile could 'spell end' of US Navy, particularly its aircraft carriers.

US general: No F-35s to Turkey if it buys Russian defense system

Top US general says he would recommend to withhold delivery of fighter jets to Turkey if it purchases Russian S-400 air defense system.

Russia's intentions and efforts to create Middle East peace

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has embarked on a five-day tour of the Middle East, starting with Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Russian FM: Putin offered to host Netanyahu and Abbas

Russia's Foreign Minister says Russian President proposed to Netanyahu a summit with PA chairman to discuss Middle East peace process.

Iran: Our relations with Russia are strong

Iran's foreign ministry shrugs off reported Israeli-Russian coordination on a withdrawal of foreign forces from Syria.

Russian TV anchor:

How hypersonic zircon missiles could strike US Command Centers

Anchor says Russia can strike Pentagon, Camp David, Fort Ritchie, McClellan AFB, and Jim Creek Navy installation in 4 minutes, 36 seconds.

ANALYSIS: Iranian threat puts Israeli-Russia relations on track

The Iranians want to transform Syria into a proxy state based on the Lebanese model and this flies in the face of Russian aspirations.

Russian train displays Syria War spoils to show Russian People

Russian train travels to 61 Russian cities in 45 days displaying spoils from war in Syria.

Abbas spokesman: He's ready for meeting with Netanyahu

PA chairman's spokesman claims Abbas is ready for three-way meeting with Israel in Moscow if Putin calls for one.

Political source:

'The crisis of the downed plane is behind us'

Senior official summarizes meeting between Netanyahu and Putin, saying no restrictions were defined for Israel's activity in Syria.

Netanyahu: Israel-Russia relations preventing Syria flare-up

PM Netanyahu meets Russian President Putin. 'We are determined to combat Iran's aggression.'

'I saw the video and I was shocked'

Netanyahu renounces Likud campaign ad showing graves of soldiers. "I understand the bereaved families because I am part of them."

Annual forum for dozens of Moscow’s Chabad Shluchim

Forum for Chabad emissaries in Moscow hosts about forty people, each representing a different region of the Russian capital.

Russia, Turkey and Iran hail US withdrawal from Syria

Putin, Erdogan and Rouhani say US withdrawal from Syria is a positive step that would help stabilize the situation.

Will Russia disconnect from the Internet?

In Russia, they prefer to build a local network and control it. Official excuse: Preventing cyberattacks.

Russian FM speaks out against 'Deal of the Century'

Sergei Lavrov says US administration's peace plan will "destroy everything" that has been done so far.

Russia: US policy could lead to Israel-Lebanon war

Russia’s Ambassador to Lebanon says US trying to "sow discord" in the region, warns its policy could spark Israel-Lebanon conflict.

Russia: We won't move embassy to Jerusalem

Despite steps to recognize western Jerusalem as Israel's capital, Russia says it won't transfer its embassy.

Implications of Russia delivering S-300 missiles to Syria

Russia delivers S-300 air defense batteries to Syria, placed beside what is believed to be Iranian weapons manufacturing facility.

S-300 deployment in Syria progresses

Special documentation of one site deploying advanced air defense batteries in northern Syria exposes launchers ready to fire.

Netanyahu to meet Putin in Moscow

First official meeting to be held between Israeli PM and Russian president since downing of Russian plane over Syria.

Iranian MP asks Russia to activate S-300s during Israeli strikes

Heshmat-Allah Falahat Pishe calls for activation of Russian missile batteries against Israeli planes.

The Balkans -The Next Tinderbox

After its military interventions in Ukraine and Syria,will Russia invade the Balkans next?

Russian Federation Council: We stopped Holocaust denial attempts

Chairwoman of the Federation Council says all attempts to deny the Holocaust in Russia 'are being stopped immediately.'

Netanyahu meets senior Russian officials

Russian representatives reiterate Russia's commitment to the maintenance of Israel's security.

Galant: Israel has a plan to kick Iran out of Syria

Absorption Minister and former General says Israel has plan ready to get Iran out of Syria, adds that Russia and Israel on the same page.

Russia: Publicizing Syria attacks is related to the elections

Russian ambassador to Israel argues that Israel's publicizing of air strikes in Syria is a political move related to upcoming elections.

Russia: 'Arbitrary' Israeli strikes in Syria must stop

Russian spokeswoman: 'We should never allow Syria to become an arena where geopolitical scores are settled.'

Report: Russian flight diverted following attempted hijacking

Plane forced to land short of destination in Moscow after passenger reportedly demands that flight be diverted to Afghanistan.

Airbnb delists homes in Russian-occupied parts of Georgia

Online rental company's newest delistings called a 'fig leaf' to stave off accusations of anti-Semitism in face of boycott against Jews.

Report: 11 dead in Israeli airstrikes in Syria

Russia reports that four Syrian soldiers killed by Israeli strikes, while monitor group says total of 11 people dead in attack.

Report: Russian-built defense network downed 7 Israeli missiles

Russia claims four Israeli F-16 fighter jets attacked Syria during rare daytime airstrike, says 7 missiles were intercepted during attack.

Giuliani can't vouch for Trump aides in Russia collusion

Former NY Mayor states Trump himself did not collude with Russia.

Trump: 'I never worked for Russia; just a hoax'

Trump blasts report that after Comey dismissal FBI initiated counter-intel investigation to see if he was acting on behalf of Russia.

Report: FBI probed if Trump was a Russian agent

Bombshell New York Times report says FBI looked into whether Trump was working for Moscow after he fired James Comey.

Russia blames US for Iranian presence near Israeli border

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister tells i24News deal to move Iranian military from Syrian border failed because of US oil sanctions.

Netanyahu:

'Israel is prepared to thwart a cyber intervention'

Amid report that unnamed nation plans to meddle in election, PM emphasizes Israel is 'prepared.' Russia denies it's the country in question.

Turkey refuses to cancel purchase of S-400 from Russia

Turkey reportedly rejects US offer to cancel its purchase of S-400 missiles from Russia.

Russia accuses Israel of 'gross violation' of Syrian sovereignty

Moscow condemns alleged Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah leaders in Damascus.

'ISIS has been crushed, but the US does not withdraw its forces'

Russian FM expresses skepticism about US withdrawal from Syria. "Let's see how this ‘withdrawal’ will play out."

Fmr Mossad head warned Russia:

'States will begin to disintegrate from within'

Former Mossad Chief on cyber threat to West: 'No Russian army could've done such damage as in US: Mutual suspicion, hostility, violence.'

ANALYSIS: How Trump aided Iran, Russia, Turkey and ISIS in Syria

If US forces leave Syria, Russia and Iran will fill the vacuum.

Report: Israel rejects request to mediate between US and Russia

Russia reportedly asked Israel to 'open the doors' for dialogue with White House over Iran and Syria.

Touché:

Russia tells Israel: You're also talking to Hamas

Russia responds vigorously to Israel protesting Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh invitation to Moscow, sent only two weeks after Gaza fighting.

Report:

Russia announces plans to set up military base in Caribbean

Russia wants to deploy strategic aircraft at Venezuelan airbase in Caribbean Sea south-east of United States.

Israel joins UN critics of Russia’s ‘occupation’ of Crimea

Israel votes in favor of UN resolution condemning Russian occupation of Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula.

Report:

Russia warns Lebanon over violations of Israeli territory

Arab media outlet reports that Russia warned Lebanon not to permit violations of Israeli territory, following discovery of terror tunnels.