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Israel Ambassador Sounds Siren at UN

Ambassador Prosor plays sound of siren into microphone, as John Kerry calls for de-escalation, Ban Ki-Moon demands ceasefire.

Israel to Security Council: Condemn Hamas Before It's Too Late

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations says it's time to condemn Hamas’s indiscriminate attacks against millions of Israelis.

Abbas Calls for UN to Investigate 'Settler Crimes'

PA Chairman calls on UN chief to form an international committee to investigate “crimes by Israeli settlers.”

UN Chief Condemns Murders, Calls to Find Terrorists

As UN Secretary-General condemns the murders of three teens, Ambassador Prosor says the Security Council should to so as well.

Ban to Peres: We Take Kidnapping Very Seriously

In a meeting with President Peres, UN chief says the body condemns the kidnapping of three students.

UN: Klos C Weapons Weren't Destined for Gaza

A UN report says that the weapons on Klos C ship seized by Israel earlier this year was headed for Sudan, not Gaza.

UN Human Rights Office Calls Israel to 'Exercise Restraint'

UN's human rights office urges Israel to “exercise restraint” amid the IDF’s Operation Brother’s Keeper.

Dictators Unite at UNHRC to Slam Israeli 'Violations'

For an hour before Racheli Frenkel spoke at UNHRC, reps from repressive regimes such as N. Korea and Sudan condemned 'colonial' Israel.

Deputy Minister Fires at UNHRC's 'Lack of Shame'

Danny Danon issues fierce condemnation of UN 'hypocrisy' after Israel repeatedly condemned over search for kidnapped teens.

A Mother's Brave Testimony

Kidnapped Teen's Mother Speaks Out at the UN

"It is wrong to take children and use them as an instrument in any struggle. You are responsible for human rights."

Rights Group: Ten Syrian Soldiers Killed in IAF Airstrikes

Retaliatory measures for explosion in Golan Heights leave rights groups, Damascus grumbling about IDF response to the spillover.

Netanyahu to Ban: No Doubt that Hamas Was Behind Kidnapping

Israel has information that proves without a doubt that Hamas was behind the kidnapping of three youths, PM tells UN chief.

UN Envoy Urges 'Israeli Restraint' During Security Operations

UN's Middle East envoy, Robert Serry, speaks out against Israel’s operation in Judea and Samaria to locate three kidnapped teenagers.

Global Displaced Persons Highest Since World War Two

UN report through 2013 finds 'quantum leap' in number of displaced persons, breaks 50 million for first time since WWII.

UN Asked to Revoke PA Observer Status Over Abduction

Former Ambassador Dr. Alan Baker: UN's legitimization is responsible for the abduction, violates Oslo Accords.

Israel UN Envoy Condemns 'Dehumanizing' World Response

Ron Prosor says world nations' weak condemnations of kidnapping stem from delegitimization of Israel.

UN 'Unsure' If Kidnapping Really Happened

Ban Ki-Moon spokesperson says no 'concrete evidence' from independent investigation that three teens were kidnapped.

UN Rights Chief: ISIS 'Almost Certainly' Committed War Crimes

UN's human rights chief, Navi Pillay, says ISIS terrorists have almost certainly committed war crimes by executing hundreds in Iraq.

MK Calls on UN to Enforce International Law on Kidnapping

'As the head of the United Nations, I expect you to act in accordance with the International Convention on Rights of the Child,' MK writes.

Israeli Students Ask UN Chief to Help Locate Missing Teens

If yeshiva students were kidnapped by terorrists, UN has the power to assist in their release, write students to Ban Ki-moon.

Report: PA Considers Applying to More UN Groups

A report Thursday said that the Palestinian Authority was set to get more UN groups to admit it as 'Palestine.'

World Leaders Alarmed over Islamist Takeover of Iraqi City

US, UN officials alarmed about 'extremely serious' fall of Iraq's second city to Islamic State of Iraq and Levant.

UN Envoy Meets Ministers of New PA Unity Government

UN's Robert Serry becomes first senior international official to meet with ministers of the new government in Gaza.

UN Joins Condemnation of Israeli Construction Plans

Ban Ki-Moon adds his criticism of new construction to that of US, EU, slams 'unilateral actions' despite approving PA unilateral moves.

UN Debates UNRWA Perpetuation of 'Palestinian Refugees'

Discussion held about UN org that focuses on 'Palestinians,' grants 'inherited' refugee status and reportedly radicalizes kids.

UN Concerned Over Violence Against Women in the PA

The UN organization for women says it is "seriously concerned" over the rising rates of violence against women in PA-assigned areas.

Israel Seeks UN Recognition for Yom Kippur

UN recognizes Christian and Muslim holidays, but no Jewish holidays. Israel's UN mission trying to change that.

PM Urges International Community 'Not To Let Ayatollahs Win'

Binyamin Netanyahu, Chick Hagel meet over concerns about Iran's nuclear program, says neither surprised about UN report.

UN 'Israel Expert' Falk Steps Down as Wife Appointed

Hilal Elver becomes UN 'human rights expert' in 'biased' move criticized by US, while Goldstone Report co-author again misses Israel post.

Rebel Strongpoint in Syria Surrenders to Assad

Homs, flashpoint for clashes, reverts to Assad's control - in exchange for the release of terrorists.

PA Officially Joins Five International Treaties

UN announces that PA has become a formal party to five global treaties, hails move as "a significant step" for "Palestine".

US State Dept. Anti-Terrorism Report Focuses on 'Price Tagging'

Report calls on UN, NGOs to prosecute 'settlers' for ruining property - but not Palestinian Arab terrorists for trying to kill Israelis.

Israel's UN Envoy Warns the World: Your Money Will Go to Hamas

"When Israel tries to tango with Abbas, we find ourselves abandoned on the dance floor," says Israeli Ambassador Prosor.

Israel Accuses UN Envoy of 'Abusing Position' to Stoke Tensions

UN special envoy Robert Serry accused by Israel of provoking tensions on Easter, 'abusing position to express personal opinions.'

Jurists Petition UN to Force Aid into Syria

Jurists' letter states that Syria is withholding humanitarian aid arbitrarily, demands UN deliver relief 'with or without consent.'

Palestinian Authority to Ask UN to Boycott Israel

PLO, Abbas, to ask the General Assembly and the UN Security Council to boycott companies which help 'settlements', 'Judaize' Jerusalem.

UN: Aid Missions to Syria Have Failed

Over nine million people in need of humanitarian relief in Syria, UN claims - and 'the worst days are yet to come.'

UN Envoy Ruffled by Israeli Security Checks on Eve of Easter

UN Middle East envoy Robert Serry "denounces" security checks, as thousands of Christian pilgrims attend Jerusalem celebrations.

UN Chief Urges Netanyahu, Abbas, to Carry on Talks

Ban Ki-moon speaks to Israeli PM, Palestinian Authority chief individually in a bid to rescue collapsing talks.

Iran: Barring Our Ambassador is 'Regrettable'

Iran says it “regrets” the United States’ decision not to issue a visa to its next UN ambassador, but says the decision won't nuclear talks.

PA to Join Geneva Conventions

In latest move to gain legitimacy, Switzerland signs PA on to Geneva Conventions.

Congress Backs Bill that Bans Iranian Ambassador

The House unanimously approves a bill that would bar Iran's choice for ambassador to the United Nations from stepping on U.S. soil.

UN Chief Approves PA Breach of Talks

Ban signs documents to process Abbas's requests, 'State of Palestine' to join conventions May 2. Other countries to follow suit and approve.

White House: Iran's Pick for UN Ambassador 'Not Viable'

The selection of hostage-taker as Iran's UN ambassador is "not viable", says White House spokesman.

Senate Votes to Ban Iran UN Ambassador From Entering the US

Bipartisan support for bill preventing known terrorists from entering US as UN envoys ensures unanimous vote in favor.

Israeli Envoy: PA Violating the Conventions it Seeks to Join

Israel’s UN envoy mocks PA's bid to join international conventions, says it violates most of them.

Minister Claims PA 'Uninterested' in Palestinian State

Uri Orbach calls out Ramallah for playing the victim in talks, calls Israel 'an island of realism in an ocean of obsessives.'

Bennett Calls to Bring PA to Hague Over War Crimes

Economics Minister, in manifesto, turns the tables on Ramallah's bid for international legitimacy.

Abbas Refused to Withdraw PA Applications to UN

Senior PA official claims Kerry asked the PA Chairman to withdraw the bid, prevent 'a provocation against Israel.' Abbas refused.

US Officials Considering Cutting PA Aid After Abbas's UN Gambit

Ranking Democratic and Republican representatives said they would reconsider aid to the PA after Mahmoud Abbas's UN membership application

PA Ambassador: There Are 550 Organizations We Can Join

PA's UN ambassador: We are even eligible to join the International Criminal Court.

UN Confirms it Received PA's Applications

UN's special envoy on Mideast peace confirms he received requests from PA officials to join 13 international conventions and treaties.

White House 'Disappointed' at Unilateral Moves

White House spokesman criticizes both Israel and the PA for 'unhelpful unilateral action'.

Peace Talks in Tatters

Kerry's Claim Revealed False; PA Officially Applies to UN Groups

Despite US Sec. of State's insistence to the contrary, Abbas submits applications to agencies which are UN-linked. See inside for full list.

Minister Warns PA Will 'Pay A Heavy Price' for UN Move

Minister Landau warns Abbas breach of talk conditions may lead to annexation of Judea and Samaria. Feiglin says 'cancel Oslo Accords.'

Talks Down But Not Out?

Kerry Says Too Early to Declare Talks Dead

Kerry announces canceled Abbas meeting, but says despite crisis talks set to continue until the end of April.

Peace Talks Over?

Kerry Cancels Abbas Meeting as PA Requests To Join UN Agencies

Abbas breaches peace talk conditions by making unilateral bid for international recognition; Kerry cancels upcoming visit to Ramallah.

PA Admits 'Blackmailing' Israel To Free Terrorists

Spokesman of Abbas's party reveals use of UN recognition to 'blackmail' releases; confirms Judea Samaria council accusations.

Bennett: Let Abbas Go to the UN Already; He'll Lose Out, Not Us

Jewish Home party leader Naftali Bennett is tired of Mahmoud Abbas' threats to 'go to the UN.' Let him, said Bennett.

Prime Minister Issues Scathing Attack on UN Human Rights Council

Netanyahu brands UNHRC a 'procession of hypocrisy'; council also under fire for whitewashing Saudi human rights abuses.