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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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
US Wants Clarifications on Counterterrorist Operation
The US wants Israel to do some explaining after IDF raid leaves three Fatah murderers dead.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.'
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.
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.
Juniper Cobra: Live Fire Test
The Patriot missile system is tested live as part of a joint Israel-U.S. exercise.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hershkowitz: Foreign Pressure Over Outposts 'Unacceptable'
American and European pressure on Israel to dismantle so-called illegal outposts is “unacceptable,” says Minister Daniel Hershkowitz.
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.
Giving Congress a New Perspective
Israeli reporter David Bedein and activist Jeff Daube give U.S. Congressmen a new perspective on the Israel-PA relationship.
Congressman: Let Israel, PA Talk Alone
In a seeming departure from U.S. policy, Congressman Al Green expresses confidence in ability of Israel, PA to negotiate without intervention.
US to Press Syria to Renew Talks with Israel
Tying the easing of import restrictions, the U.S. will press Syria to resume talks with Israel.
Unified Arab Front Calls for More US Pressure on Israel
Kuwaiti, Jordanian and Saudi officials gave US leaders Obama and Clinton the same message: more pressure on Israel, now.
Report: Iran Could Have Nuclear Bomb in One Year
Iran has the technology to create a nuclear weapon within a year, Western intelligence sources told the London Times.
Historic Touro Synagogue Opens Visitors Center
The Touro Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in the U.S., opened a $12 million visitors center Sunday.
AIPAC Spy Case Convict Alleges U.S. Anti-Semitism
A U.S. official convicted for sharing classified information with AIPAC charges betrayal, anti-Semitism in first interviews.
U.S. Updates Israel on (Theoretical) Iran Sanctions
U.S. diplomats outline the sanctions they may put on Iran, if at some unknown date it is decided that dialogue has failed.
US Entices Syria for Peace with Israel
The US told Syria that it will reduce trade restrictions towards Damascus, which were imposed five years ago for supporting terror against Israel.
Protesting Against Obama for Israel
Pro-Israel activists in the United States call on their government to stop pressuring Israel for concessions.
Iran 'Ready to Respond' to Israeli Attack
An Iranian official said that his country is ready to take “real and decisive” action in response to an Israeli attack on its nuclear facilities.
Benny Begin: US Should Honor its Commitments
Likud Minister Benny Begin says that the United States should honor its prior commitments to allow “natural growth.”
Likud MK: Boycott July 4 Festivities
Likud MK Danny Danon calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to boycott the annual July 4th festivities to protest American “contempt” towards Israel.
Israel Loan Guarantee Program Re-Approved by US
The United States has re-approved its Israel loan guarantee program of $9 billion over three years. The program was initially launched in 2003.
State Department: Both Israel and PA Must Honor Roadmap
The State Department may have toned down its demand on Israel to freeze construction within Judea and Samaria. The UN, however, remains chilled.
