Middle East

Iran hints it might not reject 10-year partial freeze of nuclear work

"If we have an agreement, we are prepared to accept certain limitations for a certain period of time but I'm not prepared to negotiate on the air," Zrif tells CNN.

By REUTERS

Zarif says Iran an historic haven of the Jewish people

Iranian FM Zarif says that Netanyahu's position reflects "bigotry" over facts.

WATCH: Egyptian man surprises bride-to-be with ISIS-themed wedding

25-year-old Ahmed Shehata surprised his bride to be and the guests at his wedding by staging a kidnapping by hooded Islamic State (ISIS) militants.

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Kerry to Saudis: Washington not seeking 'grand bargain' with Iran

Top American diplomat says US "will not take our eye off of Iran's other destabilizing actions in places like Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and the Arabian peninsula, Yemen particularly."

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'9/11 was wrong' said Jihadi John in newly released audio

An audio recording has been released by prisoners' rights group CAGE, of the Islamist militant Mohammed Emwazi, identified as 'Jihadi John'.

By REUTERS

Speculation over successor after Iran's Khamenei reportedly hospitalized in serious condition

Unconfirmed reports say Khamenei's prostate cancer has progressed and spread throughout his body.

By YASSER OKBI/ MAARIV HASHAVUA

Kerry visits Riyadh to soothe fears of stronger Iran under nuclear deal

Convincing Saudi Arabia to accept any agreed nuclear deal is important to President Barack Obama because he needs Riyadh to work closely with Washington on a host of regional policies.

By REUTERS

Despite Netanyahu claim, cheap oil not seen swaying Iran behavior

"I think it hurts their economy, there's no doubt about that. But I don't think it's decisive," Senator John McCain says.

By REUTERS

Deadline for a framework deal with Iran: March 24, or March 31?

An explainer on a deadline confusing Congress and the public.

Senior General: US considering possible Middle East missile defense

Missile defense advocate says a THAAD system in the Middle East would be a "political chess move" in the current US talks with Iran over ending its nuclear weapons program.

By REUTERS

Number of Palestinians working in Israel doubles

Report: The 92,000 Palestinians who work for Israelis make on average NIS 198 per day, while their peers in the Palestinian territories make just 45% of that, on average.

Iran reacts harshly to Netanyahu speech

Parliament speaker Ali Larijani warns that if Israel dares attack Iran with US congressional support, the Americans should expect to see “Israel in a wheelchair.”

Abbas: Palestinians won't accept Jewish state

At PLO Central Council meeting in Ramallah, PA president calls on Israel to cease settlement construction, release prisoners for return to peace talks.

Despite Netanyahu's efforts in DC, Iran's Zarif says nuclear deal could be close

Iranian foreign minister cautiously optimistic that deal on Tehran's nuclear program could be reached soon; US officials say sticking points remain.

Syria's Nusra Front may leave Qaida to form new entity

Re-branding Nusra as independent, unassociated with al-Qaida, would remove legal obstacles for Qatar from supporting it.

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Iran pans Netanyahu speech as Sunni Arabs support

Saudi-backed 'Al Arabiya' ran an extremely pro-Israel article by the Editor-in-Chief of its English website on Tuesday titled, “President Obama, listen to Netanyahu on Iran.”

Saudi Arabia, South Korea sign nuclear cooperation agreement to build reactors

The nuclear agreement comes as the West is reportedly close to reaching a nuclear deal with Iran, Saudi Arabia’s nemesis.

Iran FM Zarif criticizes Netanyahu for trying to influence nuclear deal

"I don't think trying to create tension and conflict helps anyone," says Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

By REUTERS

Iran says it rejects Obama's demand for 10-year nuclear work halt

Iranian FM: Tehran will not accept "excessive" and "unacceptable" demands; says Iran will continue nuclear talks with P5+1.

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America will protect and support 'vetted' Syrian rebels, US official says

"It is clearly part of our plan, that not only we will train them, and we will equip them with the latest weapons systems, but we will also protect them when the time comes."

By JPOST.COM STAFF

Iran's Khamenei: 'Increasing global hatred of Israel is a sign of divine help'

Islamic Republic's chief cleric calls for AIPAC shutdown after Netanyahu speech; blames Israel for problems suffered by the West.

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All sanctions must end for a nuclear deal, Iran says

Kerry warns Netanyahu against outlining details of proposed agreement in Tuesday address to Congress.

Palestinians to file first 'war crime' case against Israel on April 1

April 1 marks the day when Palestinians officially become members of the International Criminal Court.

By KHALED ABU TOAMEH,HERB KEINON,TOVAH LAZAROFF

Yemen Houthi delegation to Iran to strengthen ties

Iran’s Mahan Air made its first flight from Tehran to Sanaa on Sunday under the new civil aviation agreement; Drone attack in Yemen kills suspected al Qaeda militants - sources

ISIS allegedly threatens Twitter executive, staff

Social media companies, including Twitter, have removed content and suspended accounts that post gruesome content, such as executions.

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Book: Mossad deciphering ISIS, al-Qaida messages encoded in porn

Author Gordon Thomas claims that Israeli cyber warriors were tracking message boards online in search of specially encrypted messages from the likes of al-Qaida and Islamic State.

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UN nuclear watchdog says Iran still withholding key information on atomic program

IAEA chief Amano says Iran yet to clarify issues relating to explosives tests and other measures that might have been used for bomb research.

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Kerry slams UN rights council’s ‘obsession’ with singling out Israel

US secretary of state vows to stand with J’lem against delegitimization.

'Jews using Holocaust to suck the blood of Germans,' Egypt TV host says

The video footage of host Gaber al-Karmoty first appeared on the Egyptian ON TV network and was translated by the Middle East Media Research Institute.

By JPOST.COM STAFF

Jordan's king calls fight against Islamic State 'a third world war'

"This brings Muslims, Christians, other religions together in this generational fight," Abdullah said an interview with CNN.

By JPOST.COM STAFF