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Clinton in Qatar: Stop Corruption or Extremists Will Take Over

The Obama administration had abandoned the Bush emphasis on world democracy. Hillary Clinton returned to it in Qatar, demanded change.

Clinton in Qatar: Stop Corruption or Extremists Will Take Over

Low Key Obama-Sarkozy Summit; Declaration Irks UK

Neither Barack Obama, Nicolas Sarkozy nor their wives could generate much excitement in their White House meeting, except for angering Brits.

Low Key Obama-Sarkozy Summit; Declaration Irks UK

Gates Visits a China Growing in Military Power

China's peaceful rise is looking increasingly menacing to the Americans As Gates visits, Chinese media say that the U.S. is losing its superirity.

Gates Visits a China Growing in Military Power

Round One: GOP Majority in the House Pledges Frugality

The new Congress convenes on Wednesday and the Republicans aim to roll back part of the Obama legislation passed during the previous Congress.

Round One: GOP Majority in the House Pledges Frugality

The Snowstorm Crosses the Atlantic, But Not the Mediterannean

After watching Europe cope with snow and massive travel dislocations, America's East Coast found itself in a similar predicament.

The Snowstorm Crosses the Atlantic, But Not the Mediterannean

U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran

Five Iranian companies added to U.S. financial blacklist as more sanctions are imposed on the Islamic Republic.

U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran

US and Israel Increase Military Cooperation

200 US Marines participated in military drills with the IDF in the Negev this past month.

US and Israel Increase Military Cooperation

US Increases Pressure on Iran by Targeting Firms

US names specific firms and individuals that are backed by the Iranian government.

US Increases Pressure on Iran by Targeting Firms

US: We Have an Iran Strike Plan

US military announces that it has a backup Iran attack plan. Iran warns against such attack.

US: We Have an Iran Strike Plan

US Support for Israel Near All-Time High

A recent poll showed that US support of Israel is at a near all-time high; 67 percent of Americans held a favorable opinion of Israel.

US Support for Israel Near All-Time High

US Takes Sides with Turkey on Kurdish Struggle

The United States has announced that it will help Turkey keep the Kurds stateless.

US Takes Sides with Turkey on Kurdish Struggle

Barak: US Backs Security Blockade against Gaza

After talks with US officials, Defense Minister Ehud Barak said Monday that Washington "understands and supports" Israel's security needs in Gaza.

Barak: US Backs Security Blockade against Gaza

‘Beware Sweet-Talking Biden,' Says Caroline Glick

Beware Joe Biden’s visit to Israel next week, warns journalist Caroline Glick. She reminded Arutz 7 of Biden’s pro-Israel talk and pro-Iran deeds.

‘Beware Sweet-Talking Biden,' Says Caroline Glick

Iran: Arab Resistance Key to Demise of World Powers

Iran’s senior nuclear negotiator says that Palestinian Authority resistance is the key to freedom for Muslims and the demise of western dominance.

Iran: Arab Resistance Key to Demise of World Powers

American Immigrant 'Exiled' Back to US for 3 Months

J'lem court & Def. Min. agree to precedent-setting compromise: Student facing terrorist-like administrative jail term will travel to US instead.

American Immigrant 'Exiled' Back to US for 3 Months

US Plans Sharp Hike in Passport Fees

Applying for or renewing a US passport? You have three weeks to beat a sharp hike in fees. Renouncing citizenship soon will no longer be free.

US Plans Sharp Hike in Passport Fees

Mass Casualties at US Power Plant Blast; Terror Ruled Out

A huge blast at a power plant under construction caused "mass casualties" in the northeastern US state of Connecticut. Terror was ruled out.

Mass Casualties at US Power Plant Blast; Terror Ruled Out

Iran Blames Jews, US for Protests; Arrests 7 American ‘Spies’

Iran blamed the Mossad and the US for inciting protests against the regime. It arrested seven “spies" as it tries to prevent a huge rally Thursday.

Iran Blames Jews, US for Protests; Arrests 7 American ‘Spies’

More Al-Qaeda Attacks in Store for U.S.?

The international al-Qaeda terrorist organization's desire to attack the US seems dormant but is not dead by a long shot, says a former CIA agent.

More Al-Qaeda Attacks in Store for U.S.?

"Gang of 54" Congressmen Slammed for Censuring Israel

More than 50 U.S. lawmakers are censured by American Israeli Action Coalition for accusing Israel of collectively punishing residents in Gaza.

"Gang of 54" Congressmen Slammed for Censuring Israel

IDF to Remove ‘Jesus Gun’ Codes

The IDF is removing a coded message on gun sights that refer to Jesus as the light of the world. IDF rabbinate says Jewish law was not violated.

IDF to Remove ‘Jesus Gun’ Codes

Jews Protests 'on Target' as Stores Recall ‘Palestine’ Globe

Target stores “wiped Israel off the map” on a globe, replacing it with ‘Palestine”. The firm has stopped selling the globes after Jewish protests.

Jews Protests 'on Target' as Stores Recall ‘Palestine’ Globe

US Defying Iran by Arming Arabs

The US is challenging Iran’s aim to dominate the Middle East and is arming Gulf States to deter Tehran from attacking. Sanctions are not imminent.

US Defying Iran by Arming Arabs

Yemen's Troubles Make it an Attractive Terrorism Center

Middle East expert: West not yet alert to Yemen’s growing role in nourishing Islamic terror: "Without Western pressure, dangers will only grow."

Yemen's Troubles Make it an Attractive Terrorism Center

New IDF Delegation to Depart to Haiti Monday

The IDF is sending an additional team to Haiti to help treat survivors of the earthquake disaster that has claimed at least 200,000 victims.

New IDF Delegation to Depart to Haiti Monday

Abbas: Only Difference from Hamas Is that Fatah Is in Power

Abbas said in a speech that being in power is the only difference between his Fatah party and the rival Hamas terrorist faction.

Abbas: Only Difference from Hamas Is that Fatah Is in Power

Ettinger: Israel Must Be Defiant; 'US Doesn't Want a Wimp Ally'

Yoram Ettinger, former consul general in the US, said the American government does not want a wimp as an ally in the region

Ettinger: Israel Must Be Defiant; 'US Doesn't Want a Wimp Ally'

Saudi Preacher: No-Fly to US to Protest Anti-Terrorist Checks

A noted Saudi preacher has called on Arabs to stop flying to the US to protest “enhanced screening” procedures aimed at catching terrorists.

Saudi Preacher: No-Fly to US to Protest Anti-Terrorist Checks

Fewer Travelers Fly through Israel in 2009

Fewer travelers flew to and from Israel in 2009, according to government statistics released Sunday. The drop was small, but significant.

Fewer Travelers Fly through Israel in 2009

US Judge: State Dept. ‘Mealy-Mouthed’ in Suit against PA

A US judge called Obama aides “unhelpful” and the State Dept. “mealy mouthed” for silence in a lawsuit against the PA for a terrorist attack.

US Judge: State Dept. ‘Mealy-Mouthed’ in Suit against PA

US Neo-Nazi Lure Youth with Free Music Downloads

American neo-Nazis are using deceptive free music downloads to lure youth and college students into anti-Semitism, according to the ADL.

US Neo-Nazi Lure Youth with Free Music Downloads

Full-Speed Ahead for 700 Jewish Homes in Eastern Jerusalem

The Netanyahu government has ignored President Obama’s demand for a building freeze in eastern Jerusalem and approved tenders for 692 new homes.

Full-Speed Ahead for 700 Jewish Homes in Eastern Jerusalem

US Wants Clarifications on Counterterrorist Operation

The US wants Israel to do some explaining after IDF raid leaves three Fatah murderers dead.

US Wants Clarifications on Counterterrorist Operation

Mumps Strikes New York Area Jewish Communities

An old childhood illness has returned to strike the Jewish communities of New York and New Jersey. Mumps is on the rise.

Mumps Strikes New York Area Jewish Communities

Likud MK: Freeze 'Completely Opposes' Party Platform

Likud MK Danny Danon says he will fight to overturn the prime minister's decision to freeze construction in Judea and Samaria.

Likud MK: Freeze 'Completely Opposes' Party Platform

US: Lukewarm Praise for Building Freeze

U.S. officials responded almost immediately to the freeze announcement with brief statements offering lukewarm praise for the decision.

US: Lukewarm Praise for Building Freeze

Obama ‘Reaches Out’ by Naming ‘Devout’ Muslims to Security Posts

President Obama continues to “reach out to Muslims” by placing them in key security posts amid charges he wrongly ignored internal Muslim terror.

Obama ‘Reaches Out’ by Naming ‘Devout’ Muslims to Security Posts

Hizbullah Chief Complains Obama Favors Israel

Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah complained bitterly in a speech on Wednesday in Beirut that US President Barack Obama favors Israel over Arabs.

Hizbullah Chief Complains Obama Favors Israel

Is US Envoy Mitchell Interfering in Knesset Policy?

MK Ben-Ari says U.S. envoy Mitchell intervened in internal Knesset affairs over a planned speech in memory of Rabbi Kahane.

Is US Envoy Mitchell Interfering in Knesset Policy?

State Dept: US Goal to Expel Jews in 'Occupied' Post-67 Lands

A top State Department official says the US wants Israel to expel Jews from Judea and Samaria and 'end the occupation that began in 1967.'

State Dept: US Goal to Expel Jews in 'Occupied' Post-67 Lands

Netanyahu Leaves White House with No Comment

US President Barack Obama promised Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu a "strong commitment to Israel's security" but little else in talks Monday.

Netanyahu Leaves White House with No Comment

U.S. Denies Visa to MK Ben-Ari

MK Ben-Ari reports that he has been denied a visa to the United States, apparently due to pre-Disengagement protest activity.

U.S. Denies Visa to MK Ben-Ari

Juniper Cobra: Live Fire Test

The Patriot missile system is tested live as part of a joint Israel-U.S. exercise.

Juniper Cobra: Live Fire Test

Peres Discusses Terror with 'Juniper Cobra' Soldiers

President Peres meets with troops taking part in the joint Israel-US 'Juniper Cobra' exercise, discusses the terrorist threat.

Peres Discusses Terror with 'Juniper Cobra' Soldiers

'Moderate’ PA Leader: Clinton Is a Liar

An advisor to PA Prime Minister Fayyad, consider by the US to be a “moderate,” called Sec. of State Clinton a “liar” who is bribed by Israel.

'Moderate’ PA Leader: Clinton Is a Liar

US Generals Flood Israel for Exercise against ‘Specific Threats'

No one mentioned the word “Iran,” but by all accounts, a high-level US-Israeli joint exercise is aimed at being ready to attack – if necessary.

US Generals Flood Israel for Exercise against ‘Specific Threats'

Report: US Smuggles Yemen's Jews to Safety

The US State Department has smuggled dozens of Jews from Yemen to Monsey, and 100 more may follow.

Report: US Smuggles Yemen's Jews to Safety

US Muslim Terrorist Who Planned ‘Mall Murders’ Was a Teacher

Massachusetts is in shellshock following the arrest of a US Muslim teacher who planned go on a murder spree at malls and target soldiers overseas.

US Muslim Terrorist Who Planned ‘Mall Murders’ Was a Teacher

Obama Praises Contributions of 'Shimon' in Israel-US Affairs

President Barack Obama casually referred to Israel's president by his first name in a breezy videotape at the 2009 'Facing Tomorrow' conference.

Obama Praises Contributions of 'Shimon' in Israel-US Affairs

Spain to Back Obama on Israel-PA Talks

Spanish PM Zapatero pushes for greater involvement in Israel-PA talks, says he'll back Obama's policies.

Spain to Back Obama on Israel-PA Talks

CIA: We Knew About 'Secret' Iranian Plant for Years

CIA Director Leon Panetta says the United States knew about the “secret” Iranian nuclear plant near Qom for years.

CIA: We Knew About 'Secret' Iranian Plant for Years

Peres May Have Arranged Russian-US Deal on Missiles and Iran

Peres emerges as a key in Obama’s ditching a planned defense shield system in Poland. One theory: Russia agreed to back sanctions against Iran.

Peres May Have Arranged Russian-US Deal on Missiles and Iran

Zbig Brzezinski: Shoot Down Israeli Planes if They Attack Iran

Former Carter security advisor and Obama backer Zbig Brzezinski has urged Obama to shoot at Israeli planes if they attack Iran.

Zbig Brzezinski: Shoot Down Israeli Planes if They Attack Iran

Mitchell to Meet Bibi, Abbas, Bibi

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, PM Netanyahu meets with U.S. envoy Mitchell in a round of talks aimed at promoting more talks.

Mitchell to Meet Bibi, Abbas, Bibi

Report: Bibi Plans Judea Building, then Freeze

PM Netanyahu plans to approve hundreds of new housing units in Judea and Samaria – then to freeze construction.

Report: Bibi Plans Judea Building, then Freeze

US Foils Plot to Supply Fighter Jet Parts to Iran

A Belgian national and resident of France was arrested for an alleged plot to illegally export F-5 fighter jet engines from the US to Iran.

US Foils Plot to Supply Fighter Jet Parts to Iran

Preparing for Iran: US Trains Oil-Rich Arab F-16 Pilots

While the US is talking up tough sanctions against Iran, it is training United Arab Emirates pilots on F-16 planes to prepare for war with Iran.

Preparing for Iran: US Trains Oil-Rich Arab F-16 Pilots

Barak: Iran's Appoint. of Terrorist Shows Its True Colors

Defense Minister Barak: Ahmadinejad's decision to appoint an arch terrorist as Iran's Defense Minister shows Iran's true colors.

Barak: Iran's Appoint. of Terrorist Shows Its True Colors

Hershkowitz: Foreign Pressure Over Outposts 'Unacceptable'

American and European pressure on Israel to dismantle so-called illegal outposts is “unacceptable,” says Minister Daniel Hershkowitz.

Hershkowitz: Foreign Pressure Over Outposts 'Unacceptable'

Huckabee: Segregation Didn't Work in U.S.; Won't Work in Israel

Former U.S. Governor Mike Huckabee warns that segregation “didn't work out real well” in America, and won't work in Israel.

Huckabee: Segregation Didn't Work in U.S.; Won't Work in Israel