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US State Department: Recognition of 'Jewish State' not a precondition to peace talks
Kerry discusses peace process with King of Jordan; US reaffirms that it does recognize Israel as the Jewish State.
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Abbas: I will not recognize Israel as Jewish state
Netanyahu at AIPAC: Palestinians must join Israel, US on the right side of the moral divide
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Netanyahu: Some of the settlements won't be part of an agreement
PM assures no Israeli will be left without the proper security in final agreement.
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Michele Bachmann: Jewish groups sold out Israel for Obama
"Jewish organizations have made it their priority to support the political ambitions of the president over the best interests of Israel," she says.
9 wounded Ukrainians to be brought to Israeli hospitals
The Jewish community in Kiev organized treatment for the wounded protesters, who will be admitted to Hadassah and Kaplan Medical Centers.
Abbas: I will not recognize Israel as Jewish state
Abbas rejects Prime Minister Netanyahu's repeated request to recognize Israel as a Jewish state as a critical part of framework deal.
Vatican denies reports Pope cancels visit to Israel in May
Reports circulating that dispute in Israel Foreign Ministry causes Pope to cancel visit, rumors of British PM Cameron cancelling also spreading.
Kerry lands in Jordan to discuss peace talks with King Abdullah
US secretary of state departs Rome, stops in Jordan for visit with king to to discuss Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
Iran says nuclear talks with powers in Vienna 'substantive and useful'
Head of Iranian delegation at the talks says work in Vienna in past days very serious, intention to prepare for next round of negotiations.
Woman arrested for killing newborn and burying body
Negev resident arrested after police find body of baby buried; two other women suspected of involvement in 'great efforts' to cover up murder.
Russia says there will be no war with Ukraine
Russia's assembly speaker denounces conflict between "two brotherly nations," says Crimean parliament has right to referendum, to be held March 16.
Saudi Arabia designates Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist group
Saudi Interior Ministry also lists Nusra Front and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, whose fighters are battling Syrian President Assad.
US bill 'dramatically strengthens' Israel alliance
Bill to expand delivery of forward-deployed US weapons to Israel and help commit Congress to further funding of the Iron Dome.
Opinion
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Column one: Surviving Obama
CAROLINE B. GLICK
My Word: On wine and women
LIAT COLLINS
Ukraine and the Middle East connection
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Into the Fray: The Zionist Organization of America – A perso...
MARTIN SHERMAN
Crimea and punishment?
ALON PINKAS
The Israeli Paradox
YAËLLE AZAGURY
Another tack: Krake Zuckerberg
SARAH HONIG
Savir's Corner: What if the answer is yes?
URI SAVIR
Rouhani's rockets
JOSEPH RASKAS
Analysis & Features
Foreign Affairs: Does America have to take sides in the Ukrainian crisis?
A light unto others
International Women's Day brings IDF servicewomen to the front
Rita to perform at Jerusalem Post Conference in New York
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US bill 'dramatically strengthens' Israel alliance
Erdogan says Turkey could ban Facebook and YouTube
EU reassures Israel over ties despite opposition to West Bank settlements
Sources: Egypt to revoke citizenship of nearly 14,000 Palestinians affiliated with Hamas
State says no deal with former Olmert aide who was set to testify against ex-boss
'We stop Iranian arms smuggling often,' says Israeli security source
Netanyahu: Iran's lies will be exposed when interdicted ship comes to Eilat
Exclusive: Azrieli philanthropy to give $100 million within 5 years
Jewish World
With Venezuela in a tailspin, growing number of Jews opting for Plan B
Venezuela’s Jewish community has shrunk by more than half since 2000. The recent mass protests in the country have given added impetus to the emigration.
Edgar Bronfman Helped to 'Let his People Go'
Founder and Chair of the Executive of Limmud FSU for Russian- Speaking Jews Chaim Chesler shares a personal tribute for Edgar Bronfman.
What is good for the goose, should be good for the gander
The ban on kosher slaughter is not about protecting the rights of animals, it is about stripping the rights of Jews.
Premium Zone
Fierce, fighting and observant
By JOSH HASTEN
Female combat soldiers are proving there is no conflict in serving one’s country and serving God.
Passing the (journalistic) baton
By NOA AMOUYAL
Some things are learned,some things inherited. Perhaps reporting and a knack for writing are both?
Lifestyle
Getting out in Jerusalem
Jerusalem Park offers a wide range of possibilities for visitors looking to hike, cycle or just take in some fresh air.
A winning combination
For two weeks straight I would immerse myself in the sheer pleasure of watching films from around the world.
Making the scene
Certain sequences in movies make an indelible impression on appreciative audiences.
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Introduction: American “exceptionality” and the Jewish Problem
Things can Only get Better
Obama’s Report Card – Failing America and Failing Israel.
Haredi Nation vs. Startup Nation: JNext and the irony of Sunday's protest
AIPAC Policy Conference Exposed: Zionist Hootenanny not Lobbyists' Cabal
National News
Court clears details of suspects in deadly Acre blast
The blast in February left five residents of the building dead, including an 8-year-old boy.
Hebrew University Professor Haim Levy awarded Israel Prize
"Haim Levy is one of the central and prominent researchers in managerial science in the world,” prize committee writes.
Tribute to Edgar Bronfman to be held at Israel Museum tonight
More than 300 invited guests are scheduled to attend a memorial tribute for longest-serving president of the WJC, who died in December.
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Milan Rotary Mission Visits Green Leadership Classrooms
Milan Rotary Club mission visits Green Leadership classrooms established by KKL-JNF in Arab villages in Israel.
Environment & Technology
European Commission: Israel, EU have ‘reciprocal interest’ in Horizon 2020 research programs
EU benefits from cooperating with Israeli entities, and Israeli entities benefit from strong cooperation with the EU, officials say.
'Turkish-Cypriot conflict ultimate obstacle to Eastern Mediterranean energy development'
EU expert: Natural gas potentials of Cyprus, Israel could strengthen ties with neighboring countries by forging partnerships.
Technion-Cornell Innovation Institute launches new postdoc program for tech entrepreneurs
New initiative hopes to promote research and launch entrepreneurial ventures.
Health & Science
How to stay safe on Purim
While Purim is a happy holiday that celebrates our deliverance from Haman in the ancient Persian Empire, costumes and fireworks can sometimes be dangerous.
Health Ministry warns against using unlicensed beauty products
Various beauty products sold by Royal Cosmetics Ltd. were found by the Health Ministry to have been produced and marketed illegally.
Israeli-German lab launched to study neurological illnesses
Rehovot-based institute to conduct research into cognitive, emotional and behavioral diseases.
Sports
Plet, Beersheba take aim at increasing pressure on Mac TA
Sakhnin looks to rebound against Hapoel Ra’anana at Doha Stadium on Saturday, while Ashdod hosts Hapoel Tel Aviv.
Yellow-and-blue eyes Euroleague quarterfinals
Mac TA looks to notch fourth conquest of Kuban; Birenboim out abruptly at Herzliya.
Israel to stage large-scale swimming event for first time
Around 600 swimmers from across Europe will descend on Netanya for the European Short Course Swimming Championships which will take place next January.
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Legendary late Jewish leader Edgar M. Bronfman memorialized in Jerusalem
"Edgar came from the lions – fearless, hopeful and a born leader of our people and a spokesperson for justice,” sa
Tell-and-show: Israel and its policy on Iran
Less than 24 hours after PM's message on Iran at AIPAC conference, IDF intercepts ship loaded with strategic weapo
WATCH: IDF releases action videos as part of PR blitz after seizure of Iranian ship
IDF's releases super-coordinated series of videos showing step-by-step how commandos thwarted Iranian arms shipmen
WATCH: Laughing flash mob takes over Jerusalem transit
In honor of the upcoming holiday of Purim, a group boarded the Jerusalem light rail and spontaneously burst into f
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