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US Jewish Security Arm Urges Groups to Report Threats

After terror attacks in Paris left 17 dead, the Secure Community Network calls on US Jewish organizations to report threats and attacks.

US Jewish Security Arm Urges Groups to Report Threats

US Senator John McCain Urges Ground Forces to Combat ISIS

Heading a delegation of US senators to the Middle East, John McCain argues ground forces are needed to defeat ISIS for good.

US Senator John McCain Urges Ground Forces to Combat ISIS

Alan Gross to Attend Obama's State of the Union Address

Released Cuban prisoner Alan Gross, as well as 22 others, will be First Lady Michelle Obama's guests for the State of the Union address.

Alan Gross to Attend Obama's State of the Union Address

Israel on the docket?

US Slams 'Tragic Irony' of ICC Israel 'War Crimes' Probe

US State Department says ICC probe against Israel 'counterproductive to peace,' notes Israel has withstood 'thousands of terrorist rockets.'

US Slams 'Tragic Irony' of ICC Israel 'War Crimes' Probe

Obama and Cameron: We Will Defeat These Barbaric Killers

In a joint editorial published Thursday in The Times, the US and UK leaders vow to stand against Islamic terrorism and Russian aggression.

Obama and Cameron: We Will Defeat These Barbaric Killers

Report: American Consulate Established 'Armed Arab Militia'

US Consulate replacing Israeli security guards with armed Palestinians with criminal records, report claims, alleging secret armory as well.

Report: American Consulate Established 'Armed Arab Militia'

White House: We 'Made a Mistake' on Paris March

Amid mounting criticism, US Press Secretary Josh Earnest admits the US should have sent a higher-ranking official to Paris mass rally.

White House: We 'Made a Mistake' on Paris March

Kerry to Visit France, US's 'Oldest Ally', over Islamist Terror

Kerry announces Paris trip to speak with French officials after terror attacks, noting both nations committed to 'freedom of expression.'

Kerry to Visit France, US's 'Oldest Ally', over Islamist Terror

Experts: Oil Prices to Remain Low in North America

Competition over US, Canadian oil pipeline could dethrone Saudi Arabia as main oil provider, reports say.

Experts: Oil Prices to Remain Low in North America

US Slams Freeze on PA Tax Revenues

State Department says retaliatory freeze for ICC bid 'raises tensions.'

US Slams Freeze on PA Tax Revenues

Mike Huckabee for United States President?

Former governor and 2008 Republican presidential candidate, Mike Huckabee, leaves Fox News talk show to, most likely, run again in 2016.

Mike Huckabee for United States President?

Rescue Mission to Save Jordanian Pilot from ISIS Fails

Heavy fire on ISIS strongholds in Raqqah reportedly fail to facilitate rescue mission, with ISIS said to execute pilot today.

Rescue Mission to Save Jordanian Pilot from ISIS Fails

Fatah Official Vows 'Retaliation' Against USA

Fatah central committee member Abbas Zaki says the US is 'an enemy' and 'the cobra's head,' following failed UN bid.

Fatah Official Vows 'Retaliation' Against USA

US Unfreezes Egypt Ties, Egypt Eyes Qatar Reconciliation

US sends Apache helicopters originally frozen and new ambassador; Sisi meets with Hamas-backer Qatar signalling rapprochement.

US Unfreezes Egypt Ties, Egypt Eyes Qatar Reconciliation

Watch: US Ambassador Commits to 'Hope' of Two-State Solution

Shapiro declares 'there is no one-state solution,' urges peace deal and ignores question on Jonathan Pollard.

Watch: US Ambassador Commits to 'Hope' of Two-State Solution

Poll: Rapidly Growing American Support for One-State Solution

American support for one-state at 34%, rapid jump by 10% from last year, and nearly matching support for two-state solution.

Poll: Rapidly Growing American Support for One-State Solution

FBI, Homeland Security Warn Vets Over ISIS Threat - in the US

ISIS on US soil? American security organizations warn US veterans to monitor their social media in wake of 'lone wolf' attack threats.

FBI, Homeland Security Warn Vets Over ISIS Threat - in the US

Israel and Allies Try to Prevent Fourth Geneva Convention Summit

Israel, US try to dissuade Fourth Geneva Convention from holding special summit. Both will boycott if held.

Israel and Allies Try to Prevent Fourth Geneva Convention Summit

American Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Resigns

Chuck Hagel announces his resignation. Senior officials claim the decision to step down was made mutually by Obama and Hagel.

American Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Resigns

Iran Blames 'Zionists' For Negotiation Failure

As deadline to nuclear talks approaches, Iranian Army Chief of Staff blames Zionist lobby in the United States for thwarting a deal.

Iran Blames 'Zionists' For Negotiation Failure

26-Year-Old Woman is ISIS's Last American Captive

US officials say ISIS's last US hostage is female aid worker, abducted in August 2013.

26-Year-Old Woman is ISIS's Last American Captive

US Concerned over Anti-Semitism in Turkey

Ira Forman, State Dept. envoy, says US is concerned with leaders telling Jews to denounce Israel and demolition sign on Istanbul synagogue.

US Concerned over Anti-Semitism in Turkey

Obama Seeks New Syria Strategy to Deal With ISIS, Assad

US officials met 4 times this week to discuss new strategy for Syria. US 'Iraq First' policy no longer tenable. Assad must be removed.

Obama Seeks New Syria Strategy to Deal With ISIS, Assad

Watch: Turkish Mob Attacks US Sailors, Place Bags on Their Heads

Video footage shows US Navy sailors surrounded by anti-American mob in Istanbul in shocking assault.

Watch: Turkish Mob Attacks US Sailors, Place Bags on Their Heads

'Israel Speaks Loudly and Carries No Stick'

Ex-Yesha Council head in Washington says US relations looking up, building freeze remains 'absolute' despite vocal declarations.

'Israel Speaks Loudly and Carries No Stick'

Iran Says US Holding Secret Talks to Restore Diplomatic Ties

Iranian diplomats say talks being held in Baku to renew diplomatic ties for first time in 35 years, as nuclear deadline looms.

Iran Says US Holding Secret Talks to Restore Diplomatic Ties

America's Brand on the Chopping Block

America's Brand on the Chopping Block

Steinitz on Iranian Deal: 'No Good Will Come From This'

Recording of Steinitz, broadcast on Army Radio Sunday, has the minister criticizing US about Israeli-Palestinian negotiations and Iran deal.

Steinitz on Iranian Deal: 'No Good Will Come From This'

Selling out Israel for Iran?

Officials Reveal US is Cozying Up to Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas

US and Arab officials reveal Obama administration's about-face, including backdoor communication and intelligence cooperation.

Officials Reveal US is Cozying Up to Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas

Watch: US Weapons Airdrop Falls into ISIS Hands

American support for Kurdish fighters in embattled city of Kobane goes awry, as brutal jihadists sarcastically thank US for the ammo.

Watch: US Weapons Airdrop Falls into ISIS Hands

Spain to Begin Training Iraqi Troops to Fight ISIS

Following meeting between Morenes and Hagel, Spain has agreed to begin training Iraqi troops in the fight against ISIS.

Spain to Begin Training Iraqi Troops to Fight ISIS

Report: US Airstrikes in Syria 'Kill 10 Civilians'

Double standard? US claims charges of civilian deaths in Syria are unfounded, claims avoiding deaths 'not done in the history of warfare.'

Report: US Airstrikes in Syria 'Kill 10 Civilians'

Dallas Hospital Changes Story on Mishandled Ebola Case

Did the US's first Ebola patient lie about his travel history - or is a computer malfunction to blame?

Dallas Hospital Changes Story on Mishandled Ebola Case

'Israel's Most Bitter Western Enemy is America'

After particularly harsh condemnation of Jerusalem building, attorney Sheftel warns Obama will condemn Tel Aviv building next.

'Israel's Most Bitter Western Enemy is America'

US Slammed for Calling Israeli Land Purchase 'Occupation'

Strong criticism leveled on White House 'harsh rhetoric' against Jerusalem housing plans, and false use of term 'occupation.'

US Slammed for Calling Israeli Land Purchase 'Occupation'

First Ebola Case Diagnosed in America

Man traveling from Liberia to Dallas falls sick with lethal virus, becomes first case outside of Africa in current outbreak.

First Ebola Case Diagnosed in America

US War on ISIS Estimated at $780 Million

Staggering estimate only covers past six weeks of fighting, think tank notes. A full war could cost billions.

US War on ISIS Estimated at $780 Million

US Reportedly Providing Indirect Military Aid to Hezbollah

Hezbollah PR chief gives rare interview about group's quest for legitimacy, as Lebanese experts reveal US cooperating covertly against ISIS.

US Reportedly Providing Indirect Military Aid to Hezbollah

Second US Citizen Charged for Attempting to Aid ISIS

Yemenite native allegedly helped 'wannabe jihadists' travel to Syria to join group, threatened terror attacks against US veterans.

Second US Citizen Charged for Attempting to Aid ISIS

Report: Iran Approves Joint Military Action With US Against IS

Iranian Supreme Leader reportedly orders military cooperation with US against Islamic State, in shift timed with final round of talks.

Report: Iran Approves Joint Military Action With US Against IS

UN’s Iran Probe Talks Stalled Yet Again

Investigators not much further than where they started a decade ago, US hopes of reaching deal with Tehran by November are diminishing.

UN’s Iran Probe Talks Stalled Yet Again

Erekat to Present US with 'Timetable' for Judea-Samaria Pullout

Reports from Palestinian sources claim PA to approach Kerry with schedule for withdrawal to 1949 Armistice lines.

Erekat to Present US with 'Timetable' for Judea-Samaria Pullout

Netanyahu: 'Enough UN Israel Bashing, Oppose Terrorists'

PM meets with US congressmen who express support for 'only true friend and force of stability and peace in Middle East - Israel.'

Netanyahu: 'Enough UN Israel Bashing, Oppose Terrorists'

U.S. Condemns 'Expropriation' in Gush Etzion

Washington says Israel's decision to assign land in Gush Etzion as state land is “counterproductive”.

U.S. Condemns 'Expropriation' in Gush Etzion

Abbas Says US Agreed to 'Palestine' Along '67 Borders'

Reports that Abbas claimed Netanyahu agreed clarified - it was the US instead. Abbas adds Hamas shouldn't go to war alone.

Abbas Says US Agreed to 'Palestine' Along '67 Borders'

US Accuses Israel of 'Targeting' Murdered Arab Youth's Family

Two US citizens and cousins of Mohammed Abu Khdeir have been arrested since his death - at least one of them while engaged in rioting.

US Accuses Israel of 'Targeting' Murdered Arab Youth's Family

Tensions Skyrocket in Missouri City as Protestors Defy Curfew

Police use riot control measures on unruly crowd in Ferguson, as investigation over Michael Brown shooting continues.

Tensions Skyrocket in Missouri City as Protestors Defy Curfew

Watch: US Air Strikes Pound Islamic State in Iraq

Dramatic explosions abound in footage of airstrike on IS terrorists at a mosque; US general says strikes 'slow but don't stop IS.'

Watch: US Air Strikes Pound Islamic State in Iraq

Poll: 5 Times More Religious Americans Support Israel than PA

Religiously-affiliated Americans show far higher proclivity to supporting Israel over the Palestinians - but why?

Poll: 5 Times More Religious Americans Support Israel than PA

PA Claims US Plotting to Torpedo Middle East, ISIS is Jewish

Bizarre article in official Palestinian Authority publication claims extreme Islamist group is Jewish - and working on the US's behalf.

PA Claims US Plotting to Torpedo Middle East, ISIS is Jewish

US Bill to Offer $5 Million Reward for Tips on Teens' Abduction

Republican representative, senator advance legislation to right the US's inaction during the abduction, by helping solve the boys' murder.

US Bill to Offer $5 Million Reward for Tips on Teens' Abduction

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 Ambassador Sounds Siren at UN

ISIS Threatens Western Journalists as First Targets

Jihadists conquering Iraq and Syria threaten journalists with death for 'propaganda that kills Muslim women and children.'

ISIS Threatens Western Journalists as First Targets

American Woman Arrested for Trying to Join ISIS Jihadists

19 year-old Denver resident tried to flee to Syria, marry Tunisian ISIS fighter; FBI thwarts intent to help Islamist terrorists.

American Woman Arrested for Trying to Join ISIS Jihadists

American Terror Victims Seek to Seize Iranian Assets

Victims look to seize US-provided internet resources belonging to the Islamic Republic of Iran, sparking debate on internet and politics.

American Terror Victims Seek to Seize Iranian Assets

Report: US, UK Knew About ISIS Takeover Months in Advance

Kurdish authorities tell news outlet that they passed along intelligence about the ISIS plans months ago to US, UK - who then did nothing.

Report: US, UK Knew About ISIS Takeover Months in Advance

US Quietly Releases More Military Prisoners in Afghanistan

Non-Afghan prisoners released with little fanfare in apparent bid to tone down 'the war on terror.' But why the secrecy?

US Quietly Releases More Military Prisoners in Afghanistan

Report: Israelis Lose on US Real Estate Investments

The popular trend among Israelis of investing in US real estate is more likely to make them losers, not winners, a report said.

Report: Israelis Lose on US Real Estate Investments

PA Threatens 'Diplomatic Offensive' Against Israel

Senior Fatah official states PA, Arab delegation to travel to US and lobby for 'Palestinian rights'.

PA Threatens 'Diplomatic Offensive' Against Israel

Hamas Reveals: Abbas Told Us He is 'Tricking the Americans'

Former Hamas government spokesman reveals Abbas privately said his moderate public statements are merely a ploy.

Hamas Reveals: Abbas Told Us He is 'Tricking the Americans'