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Hawaii’s Jewish Lt. Gov., Brian Schatz, to Fill US Senate Seat

Hawaii's governor announced that Jewish Lieutenant Gov. Brian Schatz will fill US Senate seat left vacant after death of Sen. Daniel Inouye.

Yaalon: U.S. Preparing to Intervene in Syria

In an interview, government minister Moshe Yaalon said that the U.S. was preparing to intervene in Syria.

In Latest Spar Between US and Russia, Orphans Suffer

After passing in parliament, the Yakolev bill is sent to Putin, and if signed, will not allow Americans to adopt Russian orphans.

Former President George H.W. Bush Spends Holiday in Hospital

A series of health setbacks forced former president George H.W. Bush, 88, to spend Xmas in the hospital

Iran Issues US Travel Warning, Citing 'Iranophobia'

Iran has issued a travel warning to its citizens against visiting the United States, an official said.

NRA: To Stop a Bad Guy with a Gun, Need a Good Guy with a Gun

The US's most powerful pro-gun group suggested that armed police be deployed to every school in the country to prevent mass shootings.

Ross: Many Commonalities Between US and Israel

Ambassador Dennis Ross explains United States priorities in the Middle East during President Barack Obama’s second term in the White House.

RJC: Hagel Appointment Would Be 'Slap in the Face' to Israel

RJC said appointment of former Senator Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense would be a "slap in the face" to all pro-Israel Americans.

PA Warns US: 'Genie is Already Out of the Bottle'

Chief PLO representative in Washington D.C. warns U.S. lawmakers against retaliating for last month's statehood vote at the UN.

Senate Votes to Create Counter Strategy Against 'Hostile' Iran

The Senate passed a bill Wednesday that would make it U.S. policy to counter Iran's “growing hostile presence in the Western Hemisphere.”

Iran Congratulates North Korea on Rocket Launch

Iran congratulated North Korea for its "successful" launch of a long-range rocket, an incident that provoked global condemnation.

Cyber Terrorists Threaten New Wave of Attacks Against US Banks

Islamic terrorists threaten to launch new round of cyber attacks against US banking websites.

Syria Says it has 'Serious Fear' it is Being Framed

Syria says it has 'serious fears that the United States is seeking to frame the country for using chemical weapons.

Iran Condemns Washington's 'Inattention to Full Disarmament'

Iran condemned the US for conducting a limited nuclear test, saying it showed Washington's "inattention to full disarmament."

American Doctor Rescued from Taliban in Afghanistan

An American doctor abducted by the Taliban was rescued by coalition forces Sunday in eastern Afghanistan.

Oren: Chemical Weapons in Wrong Hands Would be 'Game Changer'

Israeli ambassador to US warns that any evidence of chemical weapons being passed to terrorist groups would be a “red line for Israel”.

U.S. Secret Weapons Delivery Fell into Hands of Terrorists

A secret arms shipment to Libyan rebels fell into the arms of known terrorist groups. U.S. now concerned that the same can happen in Syria.

Video: Bolton Blames Obama for PA Success at UN

Former ambassador John Bolton blamed Obama administration for UN decision to grant PA upgraded status.

US Calls on Israel to 'Reconsider' Housing Plans

The United States called on Israel Monday to "reconsider" a decision to allow 3,000 more Jewish homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Wife of Alan Gross Sues US for Husband's Cuba Incarceration

Wife of Jewish-American contractor Alan Gross is suing the United States government and global development company DAI for up to $60 million

Finnish Official: Jews Control Money, Impede US Neutrality

Finnish official asserts on state television that Jews hold vast control over wealth, media, thus impeding neutrality in US Mideast stance.

Panetta: 'Iron Dome Does Not Start Wars. It Helps Prevent Wars'

The U.S. and Israel hailed the performance of Iron Dome defense system in combating recent attacks launched by terrorists in the Gaza Strip.

US Senate Set to Consider New Round of Iran Sanctions

The Senate is set to consider a broader round of economic sanctions on Friday against Iran's energy, port, shipping and shipbuilding sectors

Mysterious 'Site 911' in Israel Raises Eyebrows

U.S. Army Corps plans to supervise construction of a five-story underground facility for an IDF complex, oddly named “Site 911.”

Senate Passes Amendment Allowing More Marines at US Embassies

The U.S. Senate passed an amendment to the defense bill that would place more Marines at US consulates and embassies around the world.

Video: Abbas' Bus to UN Heading in the Wrong Direction

The Israeli embassy in the U.S. has posted an animated video of Abbas, encountering a myriad or cliffs and roadblocks, en route the U.N.

Rep. Paul: Gaza Violence Fueled by US Favoritism Toward Israel

Rep. Ron Paul: "U.S. foreign policy being so one-sided actually results in more loss of life and of security on both sides."

US: Nuke-Free Mideast Conference Cancelled

The U.S. announced that a conference on a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction has been cancelled.

Iran Formally Accuses US of 'Illegal and Provocative Acts'

Iran has filed formal accusations against the U.S., accusing it of carrying out "illegal and provocative acts."

US Lawmakers Take Up Call to Ban Hamas from Twitter

The past week's terrorist attacks have rekindled calls for Twitter to ban Hamas from utilizing the social networking site to incite hate.

US Navy to Briefly Reduce Carriers in Persian Gulf

The U.S. aircraft carrier presence in the Persian Gulf will temporarily decline due to unexpected repairs and unusual maintenance problems.

Senate Threatens to Cut PA Aid Over UN Statehood Bid

A bipartisan group of Senators warned PA Chairman Abbas that he would be risking American aid if he goes forward with U.N. move.

France: 'US Launched Flame Cyber Attack on Sarkozy's Office'

A French news magazine has accused the U.S. of using Israeli spy software to hack into office of former French president Nicolas Sarkozy.

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Arrive in Israel

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will leave Asia on Tuesday to visit Israel and Egypt, an official said.

US Top Oil Producer By 2020

Growing Oil Supply To Stabilize And Reduce Oil Prices

The US in 2020 will be the world's largest oil producer. Middle East oil stranglehold is a thing of the past.

US, France Throw Support to Syrian Rebel Coalition

The US recognized the newly formed coalition of Syrian rebel groups as the “legitimate representative” of the Syrian people.

US Open to UN Probe of Drone Strikes

The U.S. ambassador to the UN announced that US has not ruled out cooperating with a pending U.N. probe into use of drone strikes.

U.S. Says UNHRC's Biased Focus on Israel is a Flaw

United States wins a new term on the UN Human Rights Council, says it will fix the "flaws" in the controversial body.

Amb. Oren: 'Israel-US Economic Ties Growing at Dizzying Pace'

"The economic and commercial ties between the two countries are growing at a dizzying pace," says ambassador Oren.

Iran Launches Massive 'Velayat-4' Air Defense Drills

Iran launched massive air defense drills across half the country on Monday.

Human Rights Violators to Join UN Rights Council; US May Lose

Human rights groups warn that many countries up for seats on UN Human Rights Council are unfit under UN membership criteria.

For Pakistani Flag Industry, Obama Victory May Be Encouraging

For those selling U.S. flags to burn at protests in Pakistan, Obama's victory may provide encouraging news.

PM Calls US-Israel Ties 'Rock-Solid' in Congratulatory Message

Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulates President Obama and Ambassador Shapiro on 2012 U.S. elections

US Drops Terror Sanctions Against Hamas-Linked American Citizen

The U.S. dropped its sanctions against the only resident American citizen believed to be labeled a “specially designated terrorist."

FBI to Probe Benghazi Suspect

The FBI is expected to question a suspect in the deadly attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya attack, "in the coming days," official said.

Fmr. Democrats Abroad Israel Chair: Join Me in Voting for Romney

“Forget that you voted for democrats since you’ve been knee high to a grasshopper. I did too,” says Bryna Franklin, lifelong Democrat.

'Heroic' Iran Behind Sandy, Claims Pro-Assad Group

While most reactions to Sandy included outpouring of support, some claimed it was result of high-tech secret engineering.

Live Video from America: Hurricane Sandy Hits Eastern Coast

Watch live video from the Weather Channel. The station's reporters are spread across the affected area and are reporting from the ground.

Klu Klux Klan Memorial Sparks Lawsuit

A Virginia company filed a lawsuit after it was forced to stop construction of a monument in Alabama honoring a member of the Ku Klux Klan.

Report: UK Denies US Access to Bases for Gulf Buildup

Britain rejected US requests to use military bases as part of build-up in Gulf, saying strike on Iran would violate international law,

US Slams 'Irresponsible and Unacceptable' Israel Boycott

Amb. Susan Rice slammed Richard Falk's call for a boycott of companies accused of profiting from “illegal Israeli settlements."

Indonesian Police Arrest 11 Over Planned US Embassy Attack

Indonesian police arrested 11 Islamic extremists who were allegedly planning an attack on the U.S. embassy in Jakarta.

New Video Game Allows YOU to Make Military Decisions on Iran

A liberal group released a video game enabling players to make crucial military and strategic decisions on Iran as they play U.S. president.

Joint Military Drill Boosts Israel's Confidence

U.S. and Israel joint military drill has defense officials sounding confident with regard to IDF's air defense capabilities

US Drones Fly Over African Skies

US weighing whether to attack al-Qaeda in Mali and Libya in response to death of Ambassador Stevens.

U.S. and Israel Sign Telecommunications Trade Agreement

The U.S. and Israel signed a trade agreement that is designed to stimulate trade between the two countries.

Graham:White House Either 'Misleading' or 'Incompetent' on Libya

Sen. Graham accused the Obama administration of “misleading the American people” about the nature of the attack on U.S. Consulate in Libya.

‘Plague of Meningitis’ Strikes More Than 200 Americans

A spreading plague of meningitis has infected more than 200 people in the United States. Fifteen are dead, and thousands are in danger.

Moscow Refuses to Renew Arms Agreement With Washington

The Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Reduction sought to dismantle nuclear and chemical weapons in the former Soviet Union.

National Geographic Offering Israel Tour

National Geographic Expedition is offering 12-day tours of the Holy Land, complete with hotels and museums