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During Obama's Speech: Pro-Israel Protest Near UN

Hundreds rally for Israel as Obama addresses the UN General Assembly. "The UN must come to its senses and treat Israel fairly."

The New Improved Obama

Analysis: Obama's Address at the UN Was an Improvement

Dr. Amiel Ungar: By including reference to Israel's bonafide roots in the region, Obama improved on his previous addresses on the issue.

Netanyahu: Obama 'Wearing Badge of Honor'

PM Binyamin Netanyahu thanked US president Barack Obama for standing with Israel, saying it was "a badge of honor."

Full Text & Video: Obama Remarks to United Nations

Following is a text of US President Obama's speech to the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, as released by the White House.

Western Strategy: Table PA Motion and Renew PA-Israel Talks

France joins the US to build a ladder for Abbas to climb down by filing a motion in the UN, let it be tabled and return to talks.

Gabon Undecided: How Will the Security Council Members Vote?

How will the 15 UN Security Council members vote on the PA's statehood bid?

Palestinian Authority May Lack Security Council Support

The PA lacks two votes needed in the Security Council for acceptance as a full member. If it fails, the US won’t have to cast a veto.

Netanyahu’s Speech to Include ‘Jewish State” Demand

Netanyahu will tell the UN that Abbas must recognize Israel as the Jewish national home. His office denies reports of a compromise.

U.S. in Anti-Statehood Diplomatic Campaign

The United States is working to get a UN Security Council majority against a PA statehood bid, in order to avoid using its veto.

NTC Given Libya’s UN Seat

UN General Assembly votes to give Libya’s seat in the UN to the National Transitional Council, proving Qaddafi's days are over.

Abbas Confirms: We’re Going to the UN

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas confirms in an address to PLO leaders: "We are going to the UN to obtain full membership for Palestine ."

US Dismisses PA Draft Text Rumors

US ambassador to the UN Susan Rice dismissed rumors a draft text for the PA statehood bid exists - or that the US is negotiating one.

No Final Decision on UN Route, Says PA's Observer

PA's permanent observer to the United Nations says that no final decision has been made on the unilateral statehood bid.

UN Chief Calls PA to Return to Negotiations

UN chief Ban Ki-moon says PA should return to talks with Israel, says the peace deadlock is harming the whole Middle East.

West Dismisses Iran's Nuclear Overtures

Western diplomats dismissed Iran's claims that it was 100% open. IAEA officials said Tehran's recent overtures offer "nothing new."

Syria: At Least 17 Shot Dead in Hama

At least 17 were shot dead by security forces in the Syrian protests city of Hama; UN names 'rights panel' for Syria.

Video: US Ambassador Lashes Out at PA Appeal to UN

An Arab attempt to win recognition at the UN “is not going to create a state” and does not resolve the issues of borders, Susan Rice says.

Pro-Israel Protest: UN, Do Your Job

Pro-Israel activists plan a mass rally as UN votes on PA state. "Israel is the UN’s punching bag."

German Foreign Minister to Meet with Abbas in Ramallah

Germany's foreign minister goes to Ramallah in a last-ditch effort to convince PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas to abandon the UN statehood bid.

Netanyahu: PA UN Bid will Lead to Deadlock

Senior Fatah official expects 140 countries to recognize, vote for a PA state at the UN General Assembly.

EU Still 'Undecided' on PA Statehood Bid at UN

It appears the EU is still split over voting on the Palestinian Authority's bid for statehood recognition at the United Nations.

Nuclear Watchdog Dismisses Tehran's 'Charm Offensive'

The IAEA is expected to criticize Iran's lack of transparency despite attempts by Tehran to 'charm' them into dropping tough questions.

UN Extends Lebanon Peacekeeping Mission by One Year

UN Security Council extends UNIFIL’s mission in Lebanon for another year, says the situation remains a threat to international security.

UN Issues New 'Bird Flu' Warnings

The World Health Organization has warned of a possible resurgence of the H5N1 'Bird Flu' virus; and a new 'mutant strain.'

US Denies Threat to Cut Off Aid to Palestinian Authority

The US denies widespread reports that it directly told the PA American aid would be cut off if it goes to the UN for recognition.

Libyan Rebels Want Tripoli's UN Seat

The chairman of Libya's National Transitional Council says the rebels want to assume Tripoli's seat at the United Nations next month.

UN Official: 'Maximum Restraint by Israel Required'

Robert Serry, UN special coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, demanded Israel show 'maximum restraint' when attacked.

EU, U.S. Draft Sanctions Against Syria

European nations and the U.S. have drafted a resolution which seeks an arms embargo and other sanctions on Assad.

Australia Refuses to Attend Durban III

Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has decided Australia will not attend the Durban III conference over concerns of of anti-Semitism.

UN Delays Palmer Report Again

United Nations secretary general Ban Ki-Moon has postponed the Palmer report a third time as Israel and Turkey dig in over Marmara deaths.

UN Fails to Condemn Eilat Attacks

The United Nations has decided not to condemn the attacks in Eilat as terrorism as Security Council member Lebanon intervenes.

Assad: 'Crackdown Over'

Syrian president Bashar Assad told UN chief Ban Ki-moon the bloody crackdown on anti-regime protesters in his country was at an end.

UN Evacuates Gaza After Attacks Fearing Israeli Response

The United Nations reportedly evacuated its Gaza personnel after the terror attacks in Israel's south fearing Israeli reprisals.

UN to Keep Somali Aid Despite Allegations of Fraud

An AP investigation found that food meant for starving Somalis is being stolen and sold in markets. UN's World Food Program unfazed.

Swiss Government 'Concerned' Over Geneva Crime Rate

An attack on the son of an American UN diplomat has left the Swiss government concerned over crime rate in Geneva.

Arab States in Key UN Positions in September

As the PA statehood bid at the UN approaches, Lebanon prepares to chair the Security Council and Qatar the General Assembly.

Hizbullah Slams UN Human Rights Council Report

Hizbullah slammed the UN Human Rights Council for a report saying its members murdered Syrian soldiers who deserted the Assad regime.

Investment in Israel Up 16%

Finance: Foreign Direct Investment in Israel Up 16%

Foreign direct investment rose from $4.44 billion in 2009 to $5.15 billion in 2010, says UN.

Ambassador Prosor: Abbas’ UN Ploy a ‘False Idol’

Ron Prosor, Israel’s new ambassador to the United Nations, asks the Palestinian Authority observer, “Do you represent Abbas or Hamas?”

Mansour: PA 'Ready For Statehood'

PA envoy to the UN tells Security Council the PA is 'ready for statehood' during a dry run for September; Israel rejects move.

PA to Unilaterally Set Borders in September

PA officials are planning to unilaterally set their own borders after their statehood bid at the UN in September.

US Pushes Qaddafi Ouster

US Warns: Qaddafi Must Go; Libyans Appeal to Moscow

US and Libyan officials met in secret face-to-face talks over the weekend. US insists Qaddafi must go. Russia offers hope of a "compromise".

Abbas Going for Broke in Bid to UN against ‘Gutless Obama’

Abbas “goes for broke” on UN recognition of the Palestinian Authority despite what a Saudi Arabia news column called “Obama’s gutlessness.”

South Sudan Admitted as 193rd UN Member

The United Nations General Assembly voted to admit South Sudan as the world body's 193rd member.

UN Wants Media Bias for Peace Process

The United Nations has removed any doubts about objectivity on the “peace process.” It asks media to be biased and blames Israel for its failure.

Ban Ki-Moon Blames Israel, Also Arabs for Nakba Day Riots

UN report says Israel used excessive force during Nakba Day riots, chides Arab demonstrators who behaved 'provocatively'.

‘A Diplomatic Eye for an Eye,’ Lieberman Warns PA

Avigdor Lieberman warns that if Abbas takes unilateral steps for statehood, Israel will reply in kind. One step could be annexing parts of Yesha.

UN 2010 Gaza Flotilla Report Coming This Week

The final draft of the UN committee report on the 2010 Gaza Flotilla will be submitted this week as the 2011 flotilla gets underway.

Fayyad: UN's 'PA State' Symbolic Only

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad acknowledged Tuesday that U.N. recognition of its “state” would change nothing.

PA Arabs Plan Human Chain 'In Support of Palestine'

PA Arabs launch a Facebook campaign in which they call on Arabs to create “the largest human chain” in support of a Palestinian state.

UN Panel: Qaddafi Committed War Crimes

UN panel finds that Libyan leader Qaddafi has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity - and that rebels, too, committed some war crimes.

Poll: Ungrateful PA Pans UN

Although the Palestinian Authority has been one of the greatest beneficiaries of the UN's largesse, PA Arabs don't care for the United Nations.

Lawyers to Ban: Declaring a Palestinian State is Illegal

Lawyers and international law experts appeal to UN Secretary-General, asking that he prevent the unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state.

Peres Discusses Future Flotillas with Deputy UN Head

President held a working meeting with Dr. Asha Rose Migiro, Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations

What Lies Behind Omar Bashir's Military Moves

The North's armored thrust into a disputed border region can upset the painfully built peace agreement.

UN Slams Australia Over Infiltrator Policy

The United Nations has slammed Australia for being “racist” over a new policy regarding its treatment of infiltrators.

Qatar to Chair UN General Assembly During PA Bid

As the Palestinian Authority advances plans to seek a unilateral declaration of statehood from the UN, Qatar is set to chair the General Assembly.

UN Trying to Broker Libya Ceasefire

UN sends envoy to Libya; NATO continues air strikes; ICC sets sights on Qaddafi for "crimes against humanity;" Qaddafi: "You cannot kill me!"

Jewish Organizations Barred from UN Conference

Jewish NGO announces legal action against UN after being barred from conference on indigenous issues.

Iran Sent Banned Weapons to Syria, Says UN Report

More details released of a UN report which says Iran is continuing to circumvent the sanctions imposed on it.