Assad Claims Voters Passed New Constitution, Amid Deaths
The Syrian gov't says 90% of voters approved a new constitution giving Pres. Bashar al-Assad 14 more years. Forty people were killed.
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Researchers to UN: Make WWII Archives Public
Leading British and American researchers campaigning to have the UN make its archived files on cases against World War II criminals public.
Bolton: Israeli PM Won't Get a Cup of Coffee at the White House
Bolton says upcoming meeting between Netanyahu and Obama is going to be “very unpleasant,” but unavoidable.
UNSC Targets Somalia's Al-Shabab
An African Union peacekeeping force fighting al-Shabab will receive more authority and funds to fight terror in Somalia.
Prosor: Western Africa is Hizbullah's Power Base
Israel's UN envoy Ron Prosor told the Security Council that West Africa has become Hizbullah's power base - and urged them to act.
Iran Aiming Missiles at US, Israel Warns
Iran is pouring money into developing intercontinental ballistic missiles that can reach the US, Israel warned Wednesday.
UN General Assembly Condemns Syria
The United Nations passed a non-binding resolution condemning 'systemic human rights violations' in Syria by the Assad regime.
Israel Complains to UN Chief Over Iranian Terror Campaign
Israel's UN envoy Ron Prosor filed a formal complaint with UN chief Ban Ki-moon over Iran's 'terror campaign' on Israeli diplomats.
Video: Assad Starving Children to Death
Amb. Prosor told the UN Syrian children are starving to death. “They look out at the camera with pleading eyes – desperate for help.”
Arab League Calls for UN Intervention in Syria
The Arab League is ready to break all ties with Bashar al-Assad - and to call in the UN to tame, if not remove, him
Ban Ki-Moon Slams Security Council on Syria
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon sharply criticized the Security Council for failing to demand Syrian President Bashar al-Assad step down.
Prosor: Israel Still Working Against PA Statehood Bid at UN
Israel's envoy to the United Nations says the PA is still agitating at the world body for statehood despite US opposition.
UN Calls 'Occupier' Israel to Stop Demolishing Arab Homes
The United Nations calls on "occupier" Israel to end demolitions of homes belonging to PA Arabs. No mention made of Jewish homes.
UN Stops Counting Syria Death Toll
UN stops counting the death toll in Syria's crackdown on protesters, says it is "too difficult" to get information.
Ron Prosor Tells UN : An Alarm Bell is Ringing
“An alarm bell is ringing. Never has it been so clear that Iran is seeking to build a nuclear weapon,” Israel’s Amb. Prosor tells the UN.
Prosor Warns Against Silence on Iran
Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Ron Prosor: The silence of the Security Council on Iran will be very costly.
Arab League Extends Syria Observer Mandate By 1 Month
The 22-member Arab League has officially voted to extend the mandate of the observer mission to Syria by one month.
Syrian Gov't Forces Kill Leading Activists
Four leading anti-government activists were killed Thursday by Assad loyalist forces in an ambush in the northwestern Idlib province.
IAEA: Iran Failed to Clarify Nuclear Activities
Yukiya Amano says Iran has failed to clarify its atomic activities to the UN's IAEA -- and now it's his job to warn the world.
Hizbullah Rejects UN Demand to Disarm
Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah rejected a call by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his terrorist organization to disarm.
Gaza Belt Leader Writes UN: Hamas Guilty of War Crimes’
A Gaza Belt leader asks the UN why it doesn’t charge Hamas with war crimes for firing phosphorus explosives on civilians.
United Nations' Budget Cut - More Cuts to Come
For only the second time in 50 years, the United Nations had its budget cut. More cuts to come, Secretary General vows.
US: Direct Dialogue Only Way to Deal with Israel-PA Conflict
The US responded to the United Nations Wednesday that direct dialogue is the only way to resolve conflicts with the Palestinian Authority.
Syrian Army Deserters Mowed Down by Machine Guns in Idlib
Dozens of Syrian Army soldiers were shot to death Monday as they fled their base in an attempt to desert in the province of Idlib.
UN Bill for 2012 Humanitarian Aid: $7.7B
The United Nations is asking donor nations to ante up $7.7 billion for humanitarian aid next year.
UN Accuses Israel of 'Provocation' in Efrat
UN Secy-Gen Ban Ki-moon has accused Israel of "provocative action" in publishing routine, approved tenders for 40 new homes for Efrat.
Ambassador Prosor: I Warned About Iran in 1998
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, at a recent talk: I warned the White House about Iran's nuclear program 13 years ago.
Durban UN Climate Conference Ends with Mostly Talk, No Action
An all-night weekend session at the UN climate change convention in Durban, South Africa ends with few agreements but little real action.
PA Blocked from Sneaky Statehood Ploy at UN Climate Conference
A slick attempt by the Palestinian Authority to gain statehood at a UN conference on climate change is stymied by the US and Israel.
Syrian Opposition Calls General Strike, Fears Bloodbath
Syrian opposition forces call a general strike hoping to hasten the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, despite fears of a bloodbath.
Ayalon to UN: 'End Unequal Treatment of Refugees'
Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon called on the United Nations Thursday to end inequality in the treatment of Jewish and Arab refugees.
Syrian Oil Pipeline to Homs Blown Up
The oil pipeline leading from eastern Syria to the central city of Homs was blown up on Thursday, destroying supplies to the city.
Syrian FM: Assad's Words Distorted by State Dept
Syria's Foreign Ministry is working on damage control, denying President Assad refused to take responsibility for the actions of his troops.
Assad's 'Mexican Standoff' with the Arab League
Syria's president accepts monitors to ensure his troops end violence, but only if the Arab League agrees not to enforce its own deal.
Syria Accepts Arab League Observers
Syria has aquiesced to an Arab League ultimatum to accept a delegation of observers, or face U.N. involvement.
Assad Ignores Arab League Ultimatum, 25 More Die
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has not responded to an Arab League deadline to sign its initiative to end the violence against its people.
UN Calls for Protection in Syria, Violence Continues
The United Nations’ human rights chief calls on the international community to protect Syrian civilians. The bloodshed continues.
Arab League Adds Travel Ban, Tightens Sanctions on Syria
The Cairo-based Arab League has tightened its sanctions on Syria, listing 17 high-ranking officials on a travel ban to other Arab nations.
Kuwait Warns Citizens 'Leave Syria Now'
Kuwait warned its citizens Thursday to leave Syria "to ensure their safety" while they still can.
Prosor: The UN is a Rubber Stamp for the PA
The UN’s automatic pro-Arab majority distorts history and makes the body a “rubber stamp for the PA," charges Israeli Ambassador Prosor.
Abbas Reaffirms UN Statehood Bid: It's Our Legitimate Right
Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas reaffirms his bid for UN membership. "It's our legitimate right," he claims.
"Every Jew Should Learn About This Day"
World Zionist Organization re-enacts the recognition of Israel by the UN. MK Danon: "Every Jew should learn about this day."
UN Officials Show PA Spirit, Bash Israel
United Nations officials continue to raise serious questions about their claim to being a neutral arbiter as they continue to bash Israel.
PA Will Raise 'Prisoner Issue' at United Nations
Officials in Ramallah say they will seek a favorable legal opinion at the United Nations forbidding Israel to incarcerate PA terrorists.
'No-Fly' Zone for Syria
With the blood-drenched soil of Libya barely dry, Syria is poised to face the same fate as Arab nations plan a "no-fly zone."
Women in Green Protest UN Presence in Netzer
Women in Green leaders send letter to Foreign Minister Lieberman regarding the UN presence in Gush Etzion last week.
Syria Death Toll Tops 3,500
UN officials say Syria's death toll continues to mount - topping 3,500 - as violence continues despite an Arab League plan seeking peace.
Fatah: Israel’s Tax Freeze “Declaration of War’
Israel has declared war on the Palestinian Authority by freezing tax revenues after the PA joined UNESCO, a Fatah official charges.
Iran on Brink of Nuclear Capability: Report
The IAEA will state that Iran is on the brink of being able to make a nuclear weapon, thanks to foreign help, the Washington Post reports.
PA Statehood Bid Going Nowhere
Opposition from UN chief Ban Ki-moon and a lack of support in the Security Council has derailed Ramallah's unilateral track at the UN.
PA Threatens 'Significant Steps' Over Israeli Sanctions
PA Spokesman: We're considering taking steps in response to Israel’s decision to accelerate construction and freeze taxes.
UN Urges Libya to Secure Chemical Weapons
UN's Ban Ki-moon says Libya must quickly secure any chemical weapons and nuclear materials left unguarded during the civil war.
UN's Ban Ki-moon 'Concerned' Over Israeli Construction
UN Secretary-General criticizes Israel for its decision to accelerate construction of Jewish homes in "occupied Palestinian territory."
PA: Israeli Sanctions Are 'Theft'
Officials in Ramallah are outraged that Jerusalem has imposed sanctions after the PA's willful violation of the Oslo Accords.
UN Condemns Rocket Fire But Urges 'Israeli Restraint'
The international community is starting to condemn Gaza terrorists for rocket attacks on southern Israel - but urges "Israeli restraint."
Prosor Demands that UN Condemn Rocket Fire
Israel’s ambassador to the UN writes a letter to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, demands condemnation of rocket fire from Gaza.
Israel’s UN Ambassador Separates Lies from Truth
Israel’s UN envoy Prosor put the facts on the line: The Arab world blames Israel for all its woes but fails to help its own people.
Abbas May Lose Out in United Nations
Abbas’ “go for broke” strategy in the UN may backfire. He counts on the backing of Brazil, but it soon will leave the Security Council.
Perry: US Should Reconsider Paying UN Dues
Citing the PA statehood bid at the UN as a "travesty," GOP contender Rick Perry questions US funds for world body.
Report: UN Security Council Shuffle to Favor Israel
A scheduled shuffle of the 10 non-permanent members of the UN Security Council will cost the PA one of its supporters - Brazil.