JPost.com - Tovah Lazaroff Reporter

Kerry to Peres: This moment is critical for Israel, region

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:15:38 GMT

In visit to president's residence in Jerusalem, US secretary of state says peace is a question of whether Israelis, Palestinians "make the choice" to compromise; Peres says Israel will stand by his side "all the way."

Livni: Coming days critical for peace talks

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:45:10 GMT

Justice minister says all must refrain playing "blame game."

US Embassy: Outpost legalizing undermines peace

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:31:57 GMT

American official attends High Court hearing on outposts; Legal Forum for Land of Israel condemns his presence as interference.

A-G seeks probe into illegal West Bank building

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:16:44 GMT

Weinstein appeals to Defense Minister to create a unit to enforce law against those involved in illegal W. Bank construction.

A-G told IDF to remove remaining Migron homes

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:13:58 GMT

Weinstein’s office says police probe had been completed, and “had not provided a breakthrough” on issue of property ownership.

State to return Homesh land to Palestinian owners

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:45:15 GMT

The Justice Ministry notifies the High Court of its decision in response to a 2010 petition by the Palestinian owners.

Palestinians, IDF, settlers clash across W. Bank

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:30:39 GMT

Security forces fire tear gas, rounds in response to clashes that leave 4 settlers detained, border policeman injured from rock throwing.

Cabinet may define ‘price tag’ as terror attacks

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:44:11 GMT

Livni, Aharonovitch "see eye to eye on the need for more serious steps to be taken" to deal with "price tag" attacks.

State seeks approval of four West Bank outposts

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:05:12 GMT

State accepts residents' claim that Givat Assaf was purchased; Peace Now: Authorization would break promises to int'l community.

J'lem plans 1,140 Palestinian homes near Jericho

Tue, 14 May 2013 01:33:11 GMT

Project would would provide a legal housing solution for Palestinians in the area living in illegal homes.

Daniella Weiss to organize Shabbat on E1

Sun, 12 May 2013 20:05:51 GMT

Weiss hopes to draw at least 1,000 participants to camp out over the Sabbath in an area near Ma'aleh Adumim.

Filipino FM: Our peacekeepers should leave Golan

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:15:31 GMT

UN relocates peacekeepers after rebels kidnap Filipino members of force; assures UN will maintain presence along Syrian border.

Jordan, Egypt summon Israeli envoys

Fri, 10 May 2013 01:14:51 GMT

Egyptians ask for apology for removal of citizens by Israeli police from Church of the Holy Sepulcher, while Jordan angered over mufti arrest.

UN withdraws Golan observers from Position 86

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:40:03 GMT

UN relocates peacekeepers after rebels kidnap members of force, but assures that they will maintain presence along Syrian border.

Kerry: Jordan is a key player in peace process

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:41:53 GMT

“Jordan borders Israel and has already engaged in many activities regarding security, trade and relations,” Kerry says.

PA, US slam plans for 296 homes in Beit El

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:40:21 GMT

Livni: Project is not a new one, there is no need for "drama."

Plans deposited for 296 new homes in Beit El settlement

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:22:58 GMT

Public has window of 60-days in which it may register objections, before plans receive final approval from council; Ya’alon will need to sign off on plans before construction can begin, Civil Administration says.

Obama, PM discuss Syria in call

Thu, 09 May 2013 07:40:11 GMT

Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Barack Obama agree to continue cooperation on regional security issues in .

'Israel, Turkey to exchange ambassadors after talks'

Thu, 09 May 2013 04:55:56 GMT

National security adviser Yaakov Amidror says compensation deal with families of 'Mavi Marmara' victims expected shortly.

Obama, PM discuss peace talks, Kerry to visit Israel

Thu, 09 May 2013 01:25:37 GMT

State heads agree to continue cooperation on security issues.

'Israel, Turkey to exchange ambassadors after talks'

Wed, 08 May 2013 11:21:52 GMT

National security adviser Yaakov Amidror says compensation deal with families of 'Mavi Marmara' victims expected shortly.

Livni to meet Kerry amid settlement freeze rumors

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:12:57 GMT

PMO, construction and housing minister mum on report that PM ordered building tenders for gov't-funded housing projects frozen.

Israel and Turkey reach agreement to end rift

Mon, 06 May 2013 20:45:31 GMT

Officials hold productive meeting in J'lem; PMO says Turkey, Israel expect to come to agreement in near future, after three-years.

Netanyahu opens new east Jerusalem road

Mon, 06 May 2013 03:48:11 GMT

Peace Now says infrastructure deepens Israel’s hold on area that should be part of Palestinian state.

New round of Turkey Israel talks to begin

Mon, 06 May 2013 02:52:19 GMT

Compensation agreement for Mavi Marmara deaths to be further discussed; highest level Turkish envoy to visit Israel in last 3 years.

Elkin asks Google to rethink ‘Palestine’ tagline

Mon, 06 May 2013 02:07:28 GMT

In letter to Google CEO, deputy FM says company's decision could impact negatively efforts to have peace negotiations.

Settlers, Palestinians together against waste dump

Sun, 05 May 2013 04:40:20 GMT

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel says the dump is environmentally problematic.

5 Israelis wounded from Palestinian stone-throwing

Sun, 05 May 2013 02:51:50 GMT

Palestinians throw stones, lightly wounding five Israelis near Beit Omar; Border Police report 6 different clashes with Palestinians.

Terror victim’s wife slams IDF over outpost razing

Fri, 03 May 2013 13:35:44 GMT

Outpost built in honor of terror victim demolished; settler leader says IDF violated deal to allow outpost during mourning period.

Court asks IDF to explain barrier route decision

Fri, 03 May 2013 04:03:18 GMT

High Court orders state to explain why it didn't nullify or change security barrier route through Nahal Refaim in West Bank.

Shots fired at Israelis east of J'lem; none hurt

Thu, 02 May 2013 21:56:31 GMT

IDF finds bullet holes in vehicle, investigating incident; projectile fired from Gaza lands in Eshkol region, none hurt.

Settlers vandalize Beitillu village

Thu, 02 May 2013 05:25:38 GMT

Latest in "price tag" saga, several homes vandalized in Palestinian village; IDF: No clear connection to earlier stabbing of settler.

West Bank council builds outpost for terror victim

Thu, 02 May 2013 03:23:05 GMT

‘There needs to be a bitter cry to prevent it from happening again,’ says council head; PM asked to designate site legal settlement.

Ariel: No settlement funding, no budget support

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:29:03 GMT

Bayit Yehudi threatens not to support budget unless PM ensures West Bank settlement building is fully funded.

Pope agrees to visit Israel after meeting with Peres

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:39:23 GMT

Audience with Pope results in acceptance of President's invitation to visit Israel, strengthen relations with the Vatican.

Israeli man killed in West Bank terror attack

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:29:47 GMT

Settlers clash with soldiers and Palestinians in separate incidents near Yitzhar, West Bank home of slain 31-year-old Evyatar Borovsky.

'Evacuating small settlements could cost NIS 250b.'

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:28:30 GMT

Since 1993 gov’t has wasted NIS 52b. dealing with failed left-wing policies, says settler umbrella organization.

High Court delays Amona evacuation until July 15

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:29:24 GMT

Court grants final extension to outpost; Yesh Din says decision proves outpost was illegally built on "stolen land."

'US approves of EU labeling W. Bank products'

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:46:12 GMT

Dutch envoy to Israel says US hasn't discouraged initiative to place consumer labels on settlement products.

Spanish FM: Abbas wants negotiations with Israel

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:31:13 GMT

Garcia-Margallo tells Peres that Abbas asked him to convey message that he would like to see confidence building measures.

Hebron settlers adhere to court, leave Beit Ezra

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:56:12 GMT

In accordance with High Court of Justice dictate, Hebron's Jewish community seal four rooms in Beit Ezra building.

PM, Hagel reaffirm strong alliance between Israel, US

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:59:11 GMT

“Israel must be able to defend itself, by itself, against any threat,” Netanyahu says ahead of meeting with US secretary of defense.

EU working on plan to label settlement products

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:09:53 GMT

Spokesperson tells 'The Jerusalem Post' that EU pursuing efforts to ensure correct labeling of settlement goods.

Israeli delegation has 'good' talks in Ankara

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:00:52 GMT

Israeli, Turkish delegations agree on mechanism to calculate the compensation for families of flotilla victims.

Kerry compares Boston and Mavi Marmara victims

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:21:21 GMT

US Secretary of State compares the 2 tragedies saying he has "deep feelings when violence happens"; MK Shaked: Kerry should go to Chechnya.

Lapid: Despite airlines' strike, Open Skies intact

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:03:02 GMT

Finance Minister: Open Skies deal beneficial to country, will not be revoked; vows to face integral security needs of airlines.

Netanyahu likely to accept invite to China in May

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:19:42 GMT

Prime Minister Netanyahu is likely to accept an invitation by Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang, although no announcement yet from PMO.

'Turkey, Israel, US should team up on Iran, Syria'

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:11:25 GMT

US Secretary of State Kerry says full normalization between Turkey and Israel will allow team effort to combat international threats.

Azeri FM makes country’s highest-level visit here

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:55:00 GMT

Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Mammadyarov lands in Israel to improve ties with Israelis and Palestinians, stressing history of tolerance.

Netanyahu: We will respond to Eilat rocket attacks

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:45:51 GMT

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says it is "unacceptable" that members of a terrorist cell left Gaza and used Sinai to attack Israel.

Open Skies strike threatens to stop air traffic

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:51:39 GMT

Airport Authority workers to ground all flights in and out of Israel in expected solidarity strike Tuesday with airline employees.

Israeli delegation to meet with Turkish officials

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 05:32:52 GMT

Meeting will revolve around full restoration of diplomatic ties; Kerry to meet Abbas in Turkey Sunday to discuss peace process.

PM: Israel's self-defense not open for debate

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:55:56 GMT

Netanyahu warns Iran is stronger than N. Korea and it achieving nuclear weapons would spark a nuclear arms race in the region.

Turkey Deputy PM sees full normalization with Israel

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:16:04 GMT

Deputy PM Bulent Arinc tells "Ma'ariv" that Turkey sees relations with Israel returning to how they were before 2010 flotilla incident.

Kerry: 2 state solution may be dead within 2 years

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 23:36:18 GMT

“I believe the window for a two-state solution is shutting,” US secretary of state tells House Foreign Affairs Committee.

PM: Thatcher was a special woman who I admired

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:38:09 GMT

Following funeral of former British prime minister, Netanyahu tells reporters the two leaders shared a very warm relationship.

Netanyahu: Stones are lethal weapons

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 02:55:47 GMT

Speaking at national ceremony for terror victims in Israel and abroad, PM delivers strong message of support for branding violent rock throwing as an act of terror.

PM on Boston blast: Israel stands with US

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:23:15 GMT

Peres and Netanyahu begin addresses to heads of foreign diplomatic missions in Israel by extending condolences to US.

White House labels Boston blasts as 'act of terror'

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:00:10 GMT

3 dead, including 8-year-old boy, and over 140 injured in 2 explosions at annual marathon's finish line.

Boston: Jewish community on precautionary alert

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:01:31 GMT

Israel’s consul-general to Boston: “It took time to believe it was a bomb attack”; no Israeli injuries reported.

White House labels Boston blasts as 'act of terror'

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:08:37 GMT

Over 100 injured, 3 dead in twin explosions near finish line of annual marathon; 3rd explosion reported at city's JFK library; White House treating blasts as 'terror' incident, investigating source of attack.

Obama: Will find perpetrators of Boston blasts

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 01:33:28 GMT

US President vows to find those responsible for explosions; White House: Handling incident as "act of terror".

Netanyahu teaches orphans to deal with loss

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:29:31 GMT

Netanyahu met with orphaned children of fallen soldiers, victims of terror, last week; PM lost brother in 1976 Entebbe raid.

PM: Israel forced to fight for right to exist

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 02:33:05 GMT

At Remembrance Day ceremony in J'lem, Prime Minister Netanyahu says "only a strong defense force can ensure that we will not be harmed"; relates to families of fallen soldiers through his own personal loss.

Government approves sovereign wealth fund

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:09:56 GMT

Israel needs such a fund, now that it opened the Tamar gas field and plans to open the Leviathan field in 2016.

Livni: E. J'lem office won't undermine peace talks

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 22:28:37 GMT

Other government offices, like Construction and Housing, Science and Technology are located over the Green Line.

'Turkey's Erdogan to visit Gaza at the end of May'

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:38:14 GMT

After postponement requested by US, Turkish PM announces plans to visit Gaza in late May; will travel to Washington beforehand.

'Israel looking to deport hunger-striking prisoner'

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:43:12 GMT

Israeli official tells the 'Post' Israel ready to deport Palestinian Essawi to EU or UN country, but prisoner has refused.

Turkey opts out of NATO talks with Israel

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:20:41 GMT

Tunisia, Egypt also reportedly dismissed potential meeting; group intended to discuss security in region has not met since 2008.

PA upset over Canada’s e. J'lem meeting with Livni

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:31:39 GMT

Chief PLO negotiator slams Canadian FM's meeting in “strongly-worded” letter saying "provocation" undermines a restart to negotiations.

Austrian FM: We may pull Golan peacekeepers

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:20:00 GMT

Visiting FM Spindelegger tells 'Post' that if EU lifts Syria arms embargo, Austrian UN peacekeepers will be endangered.

PM to attend Margaret Thatcher's funeral in London

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:01:12 GMT

The former British prime minister's family invited Netanyahu to attend the funeral of Israel's staunch ally.

Kerry to unveil new PA economic initiative

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:17:43 GMT

Netanyahu welcomes comments but says any proposal must also address ‘recognition and security’ of Israel.

Kerry: No 'open-ended, endless' Iran nuke talks

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:50:26 GMT

US secretary of state meets with PM Netanyahu and Peres for talks that also touch on peace process.

Kerry pledges support for Israel against Iran threat

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:40:18 GMT

US secretary of state meets Peres in J'lem, says talks with Tehran won't prevent necessary steps to prevent Iranian nuclear weapon.

PM: Thatcher a true friend of Jewish People, Israel

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:57:02 GMT

Netanyahu, Peres mourn the death of former British Prime Minister who died of a stroke Monday at age 87.

TA court orders return of land to Palestinians

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:33:36 GMT

After discovering "forgery" in original documents, W. Bank land will return to Palestinian descendants of the original owners.

IDF stops Palestinian with homemade bombs

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:23:22 GMT

Soldiers stop a Palestinian near Bethlehem with three homemade bombs and four Molotov cocktails following W. Bank protests.

West Bank violence continues for fifth straight day

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 02:58:13 GMT

On fifth straight day of clashes between Palestinians and the IDF, protests continue to rage in West Bank and in east Jerusalem

Palestinians clash with IDF at W. Bank funerals

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:47:19 GMT

As thousands gather for funeral of Palestinian prisoner Abu Hamdiyeh in Hebron, protesters hurl rocks at security forces, police; funerals of two Palestinian youths shot by live IDF fire held in their home village near Tulkarm.

IDF confirms death of Palestinian youths in West Bank riots

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:58:40 GMT

2 Palestinian teens killed in clashes with IDF near Tulkarm, West Bank, following Hebron funeral of prisoner Abu Hamdiyeh .

Palestinian killed, another hurt by IDF fire in West Bank

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:45:44 GMT

Deceased is 17-year-old Amer Nassar; soldiers opened fire on Palestinians after being attacked with fire, Molotov cocktails.

Violence in W. Bank after Palestinian inmate dies

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:34:50 GMT

Security forces gear up for outbreak of violence ahead of funeral in Hebron of prisoner who died of cancer in Soroka Hospital.

Palestinian convicted of killing Asher Palmer

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 01:07:09 GMT

Military court convicts Palestinian of murder for intentionally killing Asher Palmer and his infant son, according to IDF.

Police release five Esh Kodesh detainees

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:43:30 GMT

The men were questioned in connection to violence between their community and nearby Palestinian village Kusra in February.

IDF releases video of Hebron kids throwing stones

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 02:51:55 GMT

The Israeli army releases captured footage of violent rock throwing which took place in Hebron.

Hebron commander: Escalation, but not intifada

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 22:26:58 GMT

Col. Bluth to the 'Post': Escalation of Palestinian violence is reminiscent of 2nd intifada, but has not yet turned into a 3rd one.

World Bank to hold project in West Bank, Gaza

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 02:31:51 GMT

New job opportunities for Palestinians through emerging online phenomenon called microwork to be held by World Bank.

'Palestinian violence in West Bank has increased'

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:38:47 GMT

OC Central Command Alon tells Channel 2 that IDF has identified trends of escalation, but stops short of calling violence 3rd intifada.

State asks to delay Amona outpost evacuation

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 22:06:27 GMT

Outpost is likely to become test case for new gov't regarding policy on unauthorized Jewish building in the W. Bank.

Police evacuate E1 Palestinian protest tents

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 08:49:37 GMT

40 activists evacuated by 200 police; none injured; 2 arrested for organizing incident, 1 woman arrested for attacking police.

UNHRC approves settlements report

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:00:56 GMT

Report calls for boycott of W. Bank settlement products, says Israel could be liable to face prosecution by ICC.

Obama meets Sderot rocket victim for 2nd time

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 04:20:07 GMT

US president meets 13-year-old Osher Twito, who lost a leg in a rocket attack 5 years ago, this time as president.

EU budgets 7m. euros for PA development of Area C

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:26:32 GMT

European aid coordinated with Israeli steps to provide infrastructure for Palestinian villages in area under IDF control.

Palestinians erect new E1 tents as Obama arrives

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 01:09:49 GMT

IDF blocks off all roads to encampment site; issues eviction orders to protesters at Ahfad Yunis tent city.

God, Obama or Uri Ariel?

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:34:40 GMT

The question of whether divine or earthly powers control building on the Temple Mount was asked jokingly as Attias handed over the Construction and Housing Ministry to Uri Ariel.

Settlers, leftists plan rival welcomes for Obama

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:09:25 GMT

Settlers to name Karmei Tzur neighborhood after Pollard; neighborhood of modular homes will be called Tzur Yonatan.

4 congressmen decry Obama's exclusion of Ariel U.

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:12:25 GMT

GOP lawmakers protest choice not to address Knesset.

UNHRC panel: Settlements 'creeping annexation'

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:23:35 GMT

Fact finding mission for council says in'tl business ties with settlements should be halted, asks Israel to stop colonization.

UNHRC set to debate West Bank settlement report

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 06:08:36 GMT

Council to discuss resolutions filed against Israel after report concludes Israel could be culpable before the ICC.

Analysis: Settlements still all in Netanyahu's hands

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:29:25 GMT

Ya’alon, Danon may be in Defense Ministry, but keys to West Bank building still lie in Netanyahu’s hands.

Oren: Obama itinerary shows support for Zionism

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 22:14:01 GMT

Ambassador to says Obama's visit sends important message of support for Israel at a time when "the Middle East is burning."

IDF nabs 10 in Route 5 stone-throwing attack

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:59:10 GMT

Stones thrown at vehicles near Ariel caused a serious crash that left a toddler fighting for her life.

'Gestures not enough to restart peace process'

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 03:49:46 GMT

PA negotiator Erekat: Israel should meet obligations previously made to freeze settlement building, free Palestinian prisoners.

Palestinian rocks hit bus, likely cause crash

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:28:20 GMT

Stones thrown at several vehicles near Ariel settlement; toddler pulled from wreck not breathing, revived at scene.

Palestinians argue in court against Efrat expansion

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 02:42:34 GMT

Locals protest plan to classify 120 hectares of property in the Efrat settlement as state land before High Court of Justice.

US embassy keeps Ariel U. out of Obama visit

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 01:56:17 GMT

Bayit Yehudi's Chetboun says Obama's exclusion of W. Bank students is "puzzling"; Ariel student council chairman is "shocked."

'Palestinian economic growth dropped in 2012'

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:47:30 GMT

World Bank reports warns situation for PA will only worsen if Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues.

UN: Gazan fire may have killed BBC journalist's baby

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:55:54 GMT

Report on Operation Pillar of Defense blames Palestinian rocket launchers for death after Israel said targeting civilians.

Security forces probe price tag attack near Nablus

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 23:02:58 GMT

According to the IDF, some 100 Palestinian olive trees were cut down that belonged to the village of Al-Sawiya.

'Palestinian dies 2 weeks after being shot by IDF'

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 22:31:43 GMT

Activist dies in TA hospital two week after IDF soldiers shoot him in the head with a rubber bullet, according to Palestinian reports.

UN: Israel mistreats Palestinian youth in custody

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 22:16:58 GMT

According to UNICEF report, Israel's treatment of Palestinian minors it detains violates international law.

Israel: Hamas halted flow of goods into Gaza

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 05:14:02 GMT

Hamas-Fatah dispute over Palestinian trucking company halts flow of goods, according to Israeli and Palestinian sources.

Israeli official: Iran exploiting nuke talks

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 05:08:09 GMT

US’s Undersecretary of State Sherman stops in Israel to brief Amidror Friday after participating in last weeks Almaty nuke talks.

'Netanyahu, Abdullah met in Jordan to talk peace'

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:19:40 GMT

AFP reports two leaders met in Jordan to discuss the Middle East peace process last week ahead of Obama's visit.

'Palestinians may have faked price tag attack'

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:02:31 GMT

Police suspect Palestinians vandalized 6 cars in Kusra village in order to falsely claim a price tag attack by Jewish extremists.

Settlers angry about security cuts

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 01:16:39 GMT

Settlers, right-wing politicians call on Barak, IDF to rescind decision to cut funding for 21 civilian security guards.

Minor Palestinian riots erupt in West Bank

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:14:55 GMT

Clashes between protestors, security forces continue; two soldiers, settler lightly injured by stone throwers.

In Pictures / IDF and Palestinians clash in Hebron

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:48:52 GMT

An up-close look at clashes in the West Bank city of Hebron between Palestinian protesters and the IDF.

W. Bank clashes continue after prisoner’s funeral

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:51:07 GMT

Riots follow funeral of Palestinian who died in Israel jail; Egyptian FM urges int'l community to take firm stance against Israel's "inhuman practices"; UN coordinator for Mideast peace says closely monitoring situation.

Israeli-Palestinian cooperation aids Kusra victim

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:58:19 GMT

In rare move, joint operation sees wounded Palestinian helicoptered to Hadassah hospital; IDF investigating live fire claim.

PA gives no indication of calling for West Bank calm

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 17:17:04 GMT

Following death of Palestinian prisoner in Israeli jail, 4,500 Palestinians send back food in protest; Palestinians throw stones at security forces in Hebron area; PM reportedly orders transfer of tax revenues to PA.

Netanyahu sends message to PA to enforce calm in W. Bank

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 12:50:12 GMT

Palestinians clash with IDF as prisoners refuse food

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 11:41:01 GMT

Following death of Palestinian prisoner in Israeli jail, 4,500 Palestinians send back food in protest; Palestinians throw stones at security forces in Hebron area.

IDF on high alert amid Palestinian prisoner hunger strike

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 08:43:27 GMT

Security forces prepare for possible violent demonstrations in West Bank, east Jerusalem after Palestinian prisoner dies in Israeli prison; 3,000 Palestinian prisoners launch one-day hunger strike in protest.

PA demands investigation of death in Israeli jail

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 23:42:01 GMT

Officials demand inquiry into death of detainee who suffered cardiac arrest, claim death may have resulted from torture.

Several Palestinians, 3 journalists hurt in Ofer riots

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 01:22:08 GMT

Palestinians throw stones and roll burning tires, while soldiers fire tear gas and rubber bullets in protest supporting hunger strikers.

Six Palestinian cars torched in price tag attack

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:52:55 GMT

Security forces, Kusra residents clash as B'Tselem provide photographs of two of six vehicles vandalized by Jewish extremists.

Palestinians clash with security forces in W. Bank

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:45:37 GMT

Rock throwers lightly injure two patrolmen while they were demolishing illegal Palestinian construction in the West Bank city of Kusra.

Kerry postpones Israel visit in 1st Middle East trip

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:42:22 GMT

US Secretary of State to make first Israel visit with Obama; settler leaders urge American president to visit West Bank.

PM: Unarmed Palestinian state critical to peace

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:14:04 GMT

Amid push to resume talks, Netanyahu tells Jewish Agency the PA must accept demilitarized state, recognize Jewish homeland.

PM thanks pope for bolstering Christian-Jewish ties

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:37:54 GMT

In letter to outgoing pope, Netanyahu thanks Pope Benedict for 2009 Israel visit and for defending values of Judaism, Christianity.

Bulgarian FM urges EU to stop Hezbollah

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:29:33 GMT

Sofia urges European Union to blacklist Hezbollah as a terrorist group and make effort to stop further attacks.

PM: N. Korea proof that sanctions won't stop Iran

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:15:14 GMT

Netanyahu tells Jewish Agency Board that without "robust, credible military threat," Iran won't stop its drive for nuclear weapons.

'W. Bank barrier would destroy ancient terraces'

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 04:06:31 GMT

Green group to court: West Bank barrier route would destroy ancient agricultural terraces, pools and small canals.

Family given 15 minutes to pack before home razed

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 01:09:26 GMT

Nine-months pregnant Miryam Tager describes surprise house demolition by IDF, Border Police.

IDF, Border Police raze nine outpost structures

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 01:00:11 GMT

Court injunction prevents further demolitions at Ma’aleh Rehavam after Israeli security forces raid small Gush Etzion community.

Rival Facebook pages invite Obama to TA, Samaria

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 01:19:05 GMT

Left-wingers invite US persident to speak at Tel Aviv's Rabin Square as right-wingers urge him to talk in West Bank.

Plans published for 90 homes in Beit El settlement

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 22:24:08 GMT

Plans published for new units as part of compensation plan for the evacuation of the Ulpana outpost; settler leadership lauds, Peace Now condemns move.

Grunzweig blames state for father's murder

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 23:36:53 GMT

Daughter of Emil Grunzweig says state culpable for death of father by extremist who threw a grenade at Peace Now rally in 1983.

Meet the MK: Motti Yogev

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 02:20:47 GMT

Ninth in series on the 48 new members of the 19th Knesset: Bayit Yehudi MK says Israel should annex West Bank.

Two cars torched in West Bank price tag attack

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 22:48:20 GMT

Graffiti scrawled on wall in Palestinian village reading, "Jewish blood is not cheap. Tapauch is Kahana."

Dayan: Palestinian state further away than ever

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:20:22 GMT

Outgoing settler council leader says price tag attacks imperils future; chastises settlers for driving Benny Begin out of Knesset.

IDF re-enters Burin after Molotov cocktail thrown

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:26:24 GMT

Border Police, IDF go into W. Bank village in search of suspect who threw Molotov cocktails at military vehicle; one arrested.

IDF evict 200 Palestinians from new tent city

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:48:24 GMT

Army forcibly removes activists from 'Al-Manatir' following clashes near Nablus; Palestinians say IDF used live ammunition.

Barak approves 346 new Gush Etzion housing units

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:44:07 GMT

Defense Ministry gives the go ahead to new houses in Tekoa, Nokdim, outside the boundaries of the security barrier.

Israeli Foreign Ministry rejects UNHCR report

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:12:36 GMT

Israel responds to United Nations fact finding mission on settlements, saying council has distinguished itself as "biased."

UNHRC: Israel could be sent to ICC for settlements

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:02:12 GMT

Fact finding mission concludes Israeli settlements leading to "creeping annexation" of the W. Bank; Israel rejects report.

Meet the new MK: Zvulun Kalfa

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:51:10 GMT

Sixth in a series on the 48 new members of the 19th Knesset: Bayit Yehudi’s ‘Mayor of the City of Faith.’

UNHRC to release report on Israeli settlements

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:16:10 GMT

The settlements probe is the sixth council investigation into Israeli activity in the Palestinian territories or on its borders.

UN avoids Israel showdown, delays rights review

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:24:23 GMT

UN Human Rights Council postpones Israel's Universal Periodic Review in response to J'lem's unprecedented refusal to cooperate.

Israel to become 1st state to boycott UNHRC review

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 05:45:45 GMT

Foreign Ministry spokesman Yigal Palmor says J'lem has no plans to change policy of withholding contact with controversial UN body.

'IDF riot dispersal actions endanger Palestinians'

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:02:29 GMT

B'Tselesm calls on IDF to prohibit use of live ammunition in riot dispersal; army says report is biased, cherry picks incidents.

Bennett: A Jewish spring is sweeping Israel

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 09:24:23 GMT

In post-elections speech, Bayit Yehudi head hails IDF soldiers as "true heroes," promises to "fight for all of Israel."

A seesaw of emotions at Bayit Yehudi HQ

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 03:13:32 GMT

Party leader Naftali Bennett says results show that Bayit Yehudi “had returned to the center of Israeli politics.”

Bennett heckled and hailed at Western Wall

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:57:17 GMT

Bayit Yehudi leader in pre-election Kotel visit remarks on historical significance of site; Tibi files complaint against Gimpel.

PM praises Nachman as a man of vision and action

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 03:19:52 GMT

At Ariel mayor's funeral, finance minister says Nachman's final thoughts concerned assurances that Ariel would be hooked up to the Shaftdan.

Ariel founder Ron Nachman to be buried

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:33:01 GMT

PM: He was entirely devoted to the revival of the Jews in their land and to the construction of a flourishing city in Samaria.

PA makes Bab al-Shams Council as E1 tents demolished

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 02:32:48 GMT

High Court rules security forces can take down tents Palestinians erected in the E1 corridor near Jerusalem.

Israel publishes tenders for 198 new settler homes

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:29:31 GMT

Yacimovich, Livni slam Netanyahu for isolating Israel internationally; Lapid: PM prefers settlers over middle class.

State seeks okay to dismantle Palestinian E1 tents

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:41:36 GMT

Government disputes activists’ claim that land was Palestinian property, notes it had been declared state land in 1982, 2005.

Praying for victory at the cave

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 04:05:00 GMT

Liberman prays for electoral victory at Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Plans for Jordan Valley settlement homes advance

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:44:06 GMT

Jordan Valley Regional Council given permission to deposit plans for 170 new homes in Rotem settlement after 12 year wait.

Palestinian protesters evacuated from E1 tent city

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:03:57 GMT

Police, IDF evacuate some 250 Palestinians from tents erected as part of "new village"; PM: Ma’aleh Adumim must be linked to J'lem.

Netanyahu touts evacuation of Palestinians in E1

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:07:34 GMT

Police, IDF evacuate some 250 Palestinians from tents erected as part of "new village"; PM: Ma’aleh Adumim must be linked to J'lem.

Security forces evict Palestinians from E1 outpost

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 02:47:56 GMT

Police, IDF evacuate some 250 Palestinians, 25 journalists from tents erected as part of "new village."

As Fatah, Hamas meet, PM vows not to cede land

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 01:20:11 GMT

Netanyahu meets with Dani Dayan after settler leader endorses him; asserts Hamas would seize any territory Israel evacuates.

Settler council head Dani Dayan quits

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:38:24 GMT

“I decided to endorse Netanyahu in the election and therefore leaving is the right thing to do," Dayan says after 5 years on job.

'Refusal of orders is a sign of political breakdown'

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 01:55:27 GMT

Bayit Yehudi's Orit Struck says party will ensure that soldiers won't be faced with the prospect of evacuating W. Bank settlements.

Security incidents strike West Bank

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 23:16:21 GMT

IDF stops a Palestinian man with a 12-centimeter knife in Gush Etzion; stones thrown at Israeli car near Bethlehem.

IDF: 200 Palestinians attack Esh Kodesh vineyards

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 09:31:18 GMT

Palestinians cut through vineyard fence; 12 outpost residents were injured in the incident, one of which was taken to hospital.

Ma’aleh Adumim mayor urges PM to sign E1 plans

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 22:14:25 GMT

Kashriel tells 'Post' that he is still waiting for Netanyahu’s signature in order to deposit plans for 3,500 units in E1 with council.

Security video documents West Bank vandal attack

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 22:31:01 GMT

In village near Tapuach junction, perpetrators slash car tires, spray paint Hebrew graffiti on gas station wall.

W. Bank: Palestinians attack IDF vehicles in Jenin

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 19:53:11 GMT

In response to search for terrorist in Jenin, hundreds of Palestinians throw rocks, petrol bombs at IDF forces.

IDF: Settlers attack Palestinian village of Jalud

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 23:38:36 GMT

20 settlers throw stones at Palestinians, damage vehicles, beat up Palestinian in his home at village near Esh Kodesh outpost.

Settlers clash with police near Esh Kodesh

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 09:46:26 GMT

Clashes break out for second day as Palestinians attempt to tend to lands under IDF protection near West Bank outpost.

Border police, settlers clash near Shiloh settlement

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 23:10:29 GMT

Two officers lightly hurt, 4 Israelis arrested during clashes outside West Bank outpost near Shiloh; incident sparked by land dispute.

Likud politicians call on Israel to annex Area C

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 22:44:55 GMT

Edelstein, Elkin say lack of annexation strengthens international community’s demand for withdrawal to the pre-1967 lines.

High Court orders state to evacuate Amona outpost

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 21:44:21 GMT

Court sets April deadline for evacuation of outpost in response to state request; MK Uri Ariel attacks Likud over decision.

Gov't makes land cheaper in 667 locations

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 12:56:41 GMT

New grants toward land purchases now available in 87 West Bank settlements, drawing ire of Left.

Government makes land cheaper in 667 locations

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 02:28:31 GMT

New grants toward buying land are now available in 667 Israeli communities, including 87 West Bank settlements.

Settlers say they’ll rebuild Oz Zion outpost

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 01:00:43 GMT

Construction materials set to arrive in coming days after Border Police clashed with and evacuated youths over the weekend.

IDF completes evacuation of Oz Zion outpost

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 05:06:30 GMT

Evacuation follows a deal that saw hundreds of youth activists peacefully depart the illegal outpost in the West Bank.

Settlers peacefully evacuate Oz Zion outpost

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 22:52:22 GMT

After clashes with security forces, prevention of evacuation of W. Bank outpost, settlers voluntarily leave after Sabbath.

W. Bank: Palestinians hurl stones at IDF, Israelis

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:04:53 GMT

According to IDF, no injuries suffered, although some vehicles damaged in 14 separate attacks throughout West Bank.

Likudniks want Bennett, not Livni in coalition

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 19:33:30 GMT

Warning comes after Livni sent messengers twice to speak to Netanyahu's confidants about joining forces in the coalition.

A divided message of peace

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 01:07:25 GMT

Palestinian threats force Jews and Arabs to hold separate Christmas coexistence events.

Barak authorizes Ariel upgrade to university

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 22:29:26 GMT

Outgoing defense minister issues directive to OC Central Command Alon to recognize Israel's 8th university.

Analysis: In the eye of the beholder

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 03:32:03 GMT

Israeli and Palestinian visions of a two-state solution collide when it comes to construction in the E1 corridor.

PM in TV interview blitz: Kotel isn’t occupied

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 23:00:40 GMT

Netanyahu rejects charges that approval of building plans is related to election campaign.

PM: You should ask Abbas why he refuses to negotiate

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 20:52:20 GMT

In separate interviews aired simultaneously on Channel 10 and 2, Netanyahu says he will continue building in J'lem "because it is our right," says recent moves are response to PA status upgrade at UN, not connected to elections.

Ministry advances plans for Jewish W. Bank city

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 22:09:53 GMT

Defense Ministry authorizes plans to build 523 new homes in Gevaot, a plot of land in the Gush Etzion region.

EU consulting with US on response to e. J’lem plan

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:30:26 GMT

Brussels hopes to avoid American veto at UN; Livni: Announcements designed to help PM build a right-wing coalition.

Palestinian and Israeli injured in Yitzhar clashes

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 23:21:21 GMT

Clashes outside the Yitzhar settlement in the West Bank broken up through riot dispersal means.

Right, Left slam evacuation of Hebron's Beit Ezra

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:29:48 GMT

Settlers, Peace Now attack state decision to evacuate two Jewish families living in a building in Hebron; house to be used for public purpose.

State decides to evacuate Hebron's Beit Ezra

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:26:13 GMT

Two Jewish families living in 4 rooms in Hebron’s Beit Ezra building given until April 24, 2013 to vacate premises.

State may ask Hebron's Beit Ezra families to leave

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 02:31:08 GMT

Documents suggest two Jewish families living in four rooms in Hebron’s Beit Ezra building might be forced to leave.

IDF shoots, critically injures Hebron rioter

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:21:44 GMT

Palestinian rioter said to have thrown Molotov cocktail after long day of clashes surrounding teen's funeral.

Hebron teen pulls toy gun, killed by Border policewoman

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 22:54:12 GMT

Palestinian youth brandished a fake gun when asked for identification, shot and killed by female Border Patrol officer.

IDF: Offices searched in Ramallah served terror

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:09:06 GMT

IDF troops break into Women's Union, the Palestinian NGO Network and Addameer offices, confiscate computers.

EU: Treaties with Israel apply only to pre-’67 lines

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:35:50 GMT

European FMs dismayed at planning for construction in E1, say it would "seriously undermine prospects of negotiated resolution."

PM: Settlements don't preclude Palestinian state

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:36:44 GMT

Netanyahu slams PA's unilateral statehood bid at UN General Assembly, reiterates call for direct peace negotiations without preconditions.

Dayan urges PM not to evacuate Beit Ezra

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 04:36:29 GMT

Settler leader asks not to evacuate two families; Diaspora Minister Edelstein doesn't believe Israel will evacuate the settlers.

Fatah-Hamas reconciliation talks to be held in Cairo

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:42:26 GMT

Netanyahu echoes Peres in saying Mashaal's speech reveals the movement's true colors as a terror group that advocates killing.

Abbas offers 6-month talks with settlement freeze

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 19:19:18 GMT

PA president says talks should resume from where Olmert left them; ministers pledge to give fiscally shaky PA $100m.

UN approves Israeli entrepreneurship resolution

Sat, 08 Dec 2012 23:13:31 GMT

Israeli-initiated resolution sees affirmation that entrepreneurship is a critical development tool; hailed as diplomatic victory.

Council okays next stage of controversial E1 plan

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:04:21 GMT

Ignoring int'l pleas to halt project, council approves apartments in W. Bank, triggering start of 60-day period for filing of objections.

Council to debate E1 plan amid int'l objection

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:15:44 GMT

Ma'aleh Adumim mayor hands detailed plans to Higher Planning Council of Judea and Samaria for 3,500 apartments in E1.

Ma’aleh Adumim mayor: E1 doesn't threaten peace

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 02:58:46 GMT

Kashriel calls on EU envoys to visit controversial tract of land; activist says building in area "fatal heart attack of 2-state solution."

'Record number of housing tenders over Green Line'

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 22:16:00 GMT

Peace Now issues report recording 3,046 housing tenders in last decade over the pre-1967 lines; may rise to 6,046 this year.

Ma’aleh Adumim mayor hopeful over E1 expansion

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 02:37:08 GMT

Benny Kashriel tells 'Post' although the PMO has yet to be in touch, he has plans to build 3,500 new units in W. Bank city.

State asks to delay legalizing outpost homes

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 02:59:11 GMT

Attorney Michael Sfard, who represents Peace Now and Yesh Din, argue that the state must legalize the outpost homes or take them down.

Settlers: Annex Area C in response to PA's UN bid

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 02:02:49 GMT

MKs Eldad, Ben-Ari to burn Palestinian flag at east J'lem protest; Left-wing groups to hold rally in support of statehood effort.

Meridor: Cease-fire may create new bond with Egypt

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:15:54 GMT

Deputy PM: Cairo and Jerusalem have mutual interest in seeing that Gaza not be source of crisis.

Analysis: Will Gaza borders be opened for business?

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:54:15 GMT

PA concerned improperly opening Rafah crossing to goods could further split between Gaza, W. Bank.

Diplomatic effort yet to yield results on cease-fire

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 04:28:35 GMT

Clinton, Ban meet with Israeli, Palestinian leaders; Hamas says Egypt's efforts held up because Israel has yet to respond.

Clinton vows commitment to J'lem, calls for de-escalation

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 01:19:41 GMT

Following reports of an imminent cease-fire, Hamas official says Egyptian efforts to broker a truce held up because the Israeli government has yet to respond to proposal; Clinton: US commitment to Israel rock solid.

Clinton vows commitment to J'lem, calls for de-escalation

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:45:16 GMT

Following reports of an imminent cease-fire, Hamas official says Egyptian efforts to broker a truce held up because the Israeli gov't has yet to respond to proposal; Clinton: US commitment to Israel rock solid.

Clinton arrives in J'lem as Gaza truce is postponed

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:08:07 GMT

Following reports of an imminent cease-fire, Hamas official says Egyptian efforts to broker a truce held up because the Israeli government has yet to respond to proposals; CNN: Egypt has no plans to announce truce yet.

Egypt sees Gaza conflict ending later today

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:56:21 GMT

Netanyahu says he prefers a diplomatic solution

Netanyahu: If diplomacy fails, I won’t hesitate to act

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:11:41 GMT

US Secretary Clinton to arrive in Israel for cease-fire talks.

Clinton to arrive in Israel, push for Gaza ceasefire

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 10:21:31 GMT

US secretary of state to discourage military escalation; UN Sec.-Gen. Ban in Cairo calls for immediate ceasefire ahead of arrival in Israel; German FM meets Peres, says Hamas rockets must stop.

Inner cabinet meets to talk possible Gaza truce

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:05:03 GMT

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal says Israel must initiate cease-fire; US President Barack Obama speaks with Egypt's Morsi and PM Netanyahu on how to move forward; UN's Ban arrives in Cairo.

EU: Israel has right to proportional self-defense

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:14:29 GMT

EU's 27 foreign ministers call for immediate end to Gaza violence, demand both side respect int'l humanitarian law.

'Israel halted Gaza invasion to give talks more time'

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 19:56:57 GMT

Hamas's Mashaal says Israel must initiate cease-fire.

Foreign leaders warn against IDF incursion

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:18:35 GMT

In spite of reservations of international community, PM says IDF prepared for expansion of Operation Pillar of Defense.

Hamas say cease-fire efforts with Israel have failed

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:42:57 GMT

Arab League ministers expected to visit Gaza to express solidarity.

Ministers say IDF prepared to widen Gaza operation

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 17:53:01 GMT

Ya'alon: IDF preparing for ground offensive; no partner in Hamas

World leaders due to arrive amid cease-fire effort

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 02:20:25 GMT

Cease-fire brokered by Egypt, Turkey, Qatar in works, Channel 2 reports; Egypt's Morsi says "some indications" of truce in Gaza; French FM Fabius to visit J'lem, Ramallah; ground operation prepared despite cease-fire talks.

Ashton, Merkel say Israel has right to defend itself

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:17:54 GMT

German chancellor blames Hamas for escalation; EU foreign affairs chief calls for stop to rocket attacks.

Israel lobbies support for Gaza operations

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 23:39:34 GMT

Washington urges Egypt to take steps to calm the situation; Netanyahu: We'll do what's necessary.

Gazans fire 95 rockets after Jabari hit

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:23:30 GMT

IDF launches intense aerial strikes throughout the Gaza Strip.

UN Security Council president: Violence must stop

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 06:50:23 GMT

Prosor says Gaza could have been an 'oasis" if Hamas hadn’t used it as launching pad for terror attacks.

Netanyahu talks to Obama, Ashton on Gaza operation

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 06:30:54 GMT

UN Security Council fails to agree on course of action.

Israel lobbies world support for Gaza operation

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 03:45:14 GMT

Netanyahu speaks with Obama, Biden over escalation in South, Gaza; Foreign Ministry: IDF has a duty to protect nation’s citizens.

Peres tells Obama: Jabari was a murderer

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 02:09:40 GMT

Hamas military leader Ahmed Jabari was responsible for many Palestinian attacks against Israel from Gaza, President Shimon Peres tells his American counterpart.

Noam Schalit on Jabari hit: ‘It’s not personal’

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:42:51 GMT

Gilad Schalit's father speaks to Channel 2 about Hamas military leader; Jabari masterminded Schalit’s 2006 kidnapping.

Israel lobbies world support for Gaza operation

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:27:23 GMT

Foreign Ministry: IDF has a duty to protect nation’s citizens; Israeli Ambassador to UN Prosor sends 2 urgent letters to UNSC, Ban.

Ban: Don’t pull plug on Israeli-Palestinian peace

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:31:33 GMT

UN Secretary General urges Israel, PA to return to the negotiating table, says two-state solution is the only viable option.

Egypt mediates tacit truce on Gaza border

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:36:54 GMT

Israel and Hamas agree to hold their fire unless attacked; Defense Minister Barak praises "resilience" of rocket-wracked South.

PA misses EU-Arab League endorsement of UN bid

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:32:32 GMT

Abbas declares intention to ask for upgrade to non-member observer state on November 29, meets with Egypt's Morsi in Cairo; Israel believes at least six EU states will vote in favor of statehood bid.

PM: Those acting against Israel will pay heavy price

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:07:10 GMT

Inner cabinet decides to hold fire if Gaza rockets stop; Steinitz: Gaza situation reminiscent of Hezbollah before 2006 war.

IAF hits Gazan terror targets in response to rockets

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:24:39 GMT

Air force strikes 3 rocket launching sites in northern, central Gaza; Grad rocket lands near Ashdod, as hostilities enter fourth day.

Israel hits 'source' of second Syrian mortar shell

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:29:54 GMT

For second day in a row, Israel responds to Syrian shells, this time hitting two Syrian mortar launchers.

PM rallies foreign support for Gaza response

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 20:51:13 GMT

Netanyahu to foreign envoys: Israel has a right and a duty to defend itself against rockets from Gaza.

Rocket slams into Netivot building; 4 suffer shock

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:00:06 GMT

Unofficial ceasefire is broken by rockets, IAF strikes; renewed violence comes after 100 rockets fired over the weekend.

Unofficial truce brings relative quiet to South

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 05:27:58 GMT

IAF hits 3 Gaza targets, 2 rockets hit Israel since reported truce comes into effect; Gazans fire 100 rockets in 24 hours.

Abbas tells Obama he's intent on UN status bid

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 02:18:58 GMT

Obama responds US opposes UN General Assembly statehood bid; Abbas tells supporters UN bid will save two-state solution.

UN urges restraint from Israel, Syria

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:44:29 GMT

Ban Ki-moon makes plea for calm after IDF fires warning shot into Syria for first time since '73 war, Syrian shells land in Israel.

Gaza groups pound Israel with over 100 rockets

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:32:16 GMT

Over 100 rockets, mortar shells hit South in past 24 hours, Israeli officials weigh "dramatic response."

Abbas: UN bid will save two-state solution

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 16:20:48 GMT

Palestinian Authority president tells Israelis "Your security depends on a just peace with us, because we are serious."

Palestinians: 12 EU nations to support our UN bid

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 02:26:52 GMT

Official tells 'Post' 5 EU countries openly support bid to upgrade status to non-member state, 7 others also set to take same stand.

Ireland supports a ban on settlement products

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:31:20 GMT

Irish FM says his country would support, on moral grounds, EU ban of Israeli products manufactured across Green Line.

FM heads to Vienna to thwart Palestinian UN bid

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:55:05 GMT

FM warns of "far-reaching implications" to PA statehood bid; Fatah official: Bid will mark an end to Oslo Accords.

PM to Obama: Election win was 'vote of confidence'

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 21:01:43 GMT

Netanyahu seeks to ease tensions with the US president, hosts US Ambassador Shapiro in Jerusalem.

Barak: Palestinian UN bid must be delayed

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 01:30:10 GMT

Following Obama's victory, defense minister says stopping PA bid for UN status upgrade a joint US and Israeli interest.

PM assures Shapiro he wants to work with Obama

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:06:47 GMT

Netanyahu meets Shapiro, praises US-Israel security cooperation.

Video: US Embassy hosts 'celebration of democracy'

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:43:55 GMT

Amb. Shapiro: US, Israel stand squarely together.

Palestinians slam Israeli plans for e. Jlem tenders

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:16:56 GMT

Israeli official says 1,213 tenders part of decision from last year; PLO's Ashrawi: Israel "committed to annexing Palestinian land."

Israel slams Turkey's 'show trial' of IDF commanders

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:29:21 GMT

FM describes as "kangaroo court" Ankara's trial in absentia of IDF officers involved in 2010 'Mavi Marmara' killing of 9 Turks.

Israel slams Turkey's 'show trial' of IDF commanders

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 13:19:26 GMT

FM describes as "kangaroo court" Ankara's trial in absentia of IDF officers involved in 2010 'Mavi Marmara' killing of 9 Turks.

Liberman to gather envoys against PA's UN bid

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 11:00:18 GMT

Abbas travels to Jordan, consults Arab League on how best to lobby world to advance non-member status at General Assembly.

UN showdown: Octet plans response to PA bid

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:56:08 GMT

Group of 8 senior ministers meets, reportedly considers adopting Levy Report as a potential response to PA's UN gambit.

PM: In my tenure Iran won’t develop nuclear bomb

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:48:08 GMT

Channel 2 report shows spat between Olmert, Barak as they struggled to cope with growing Iranian, Syrian nuclear activity.

Stray Syrian bullets hit IDF jeep on Syria border

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 22:31:56 GMT

Battalion commander's jeep hit at northern border; Israel to appeal to UN over 3 Syrian tanks that entered demilitarized zone in Golan.

Israel to appeal to UNSC over Syrian tanks in Golan

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 21:00:54 GMT

After 3 Syrian tanks enter demilitarized zone in Golan Heights, Israel sets to appeal to UN; German FM calls incident "worrisome."

Netanyahu says goodbye to Locker

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 02:25:42 GMT

At weekly cabinet meeting, PM thanks outgoing military secretary for his service to the country.

Peres phones Abbas, as PM urges him to hold talks

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:59:37 GMT

Netanyahu says he is ready to return to negotiations with PA "today"; Olmert says Gov’t has bolstered Hamas and weakened PA.

Peres lauds Abbas's negotiations plea, PM rejects it

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 21:23:59 GMT

President: Abbas proved in word, deed he's a partner for peace; PM says Abbas rebuffed offer to meet without preconditions.

PMO rejects Amos Gilad's rebuke of Egypt

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 20:03:40 GMT

Prime Minister's Office, Defense Ministry reject characterization of Egypt under Muslim Brotherhood as "terrible dictatorship."

Hollande vows to ‘relentlessly fight anti-Semitism’

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:30:54 GMT

“Jews of France must be aware that the republic will do everything to protect them and to give them security,” says French president.

West Bank: IDF demolishes two outpost homes

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 19:09:00 GMT

One arrested for violating order to stay away from area in Yitzhar settlement as IDF, Border Police demolish stone structures.

Netanyahu tells Hollande: Feel free to call Abbas

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 22:41:45 GMT

PM says he would be happy to meet PA president to rekindle peace talks; French president calls it a "wonderful proposal."

Netanyahu, Hollande call for more sanctions on Iran

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 21:41:34 GMT

French president says it is "our duty to put pressure on Iran" but is not planning on military strike "for today."

Peace Now: Two new West Bank outposts built

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 06:01:59 GMT

NGO says it fears the illegal settlements are part of renewed push to resume building outposts; IDF issues demolition orders.

European NGOs: Ban settlement products

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:58:32 GMT

A group of 22 European NGOs publishes report recommending that European governments ban West Bank settlement products.

Settler leaders lobby PM to pass Levy report

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 23:33:55 GMT

Protest outside Knesset planned for the week in support of report that says West Bank settlements are legal under int'l law.

‘Are you a rapporteur or an activist?’

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 01:01:05 GMT

Puzzled reporter asked UN investigator Richard Falk a straight question: “Are you a rapporteur or an activist?”

Falk: Firms tied to settlements may face charges

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 22:47:54 GMT

Caterpillar, Hewlett Packard among businesses that UN expert says should be boycotted because they profit from settlements.

Israeli, foreign activist argue 'occupation'

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 02:50:16 GMT

“Is indigenous people living on their land – is that occupied?” Meir Deutsch asks protester at Rami Levy market in Binyamin.

Palestinian activists raise their flags in Rami Levy

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 19:39:10 GMT

Popular Struggle Coordination C'tee storms W. Bank market, holding signs saying "boycott occupation, products."

Video: 'Estelle' taunts IDF before being boarded

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 03:59:44 GMT

Footage taken from sim cards detailing last moments of ship sent home by activists via carrier pigeons.

Vatican denies deal with Israel on security barrier

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 03:09:09 GMT

Local church leaders deny report IDF planning to build fence on its land in Cremisan Valley so that it could remain on Israeli territory.

Settlers plan to lobby for passage of Levy Report

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 03:07:22 GMT

Dani Dayan says "days of patient waiting" are over, hopes to push report on W. Bank settlements as part of deal with future coalition.

Israeli activists from ship to Gaza released on bail

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 02:43:03 GMT

Three Israeli activists from the Gaza-bound ship Estelle released on NIS 50,000 bail after two days in custody.

Gazans can now export spices to Europe

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 01:45:44 GMT

Israel banned the export of spices from Gaza in September 2007, after Hamas took over the Strip in a bloody coup.

Israeli activists on Gaza-bound ship appeal remand

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 01:07:28 GMT

Yonatan Shapira, Reut Mor and Elazar Elhanan may have "violated lawful order" onboard Gaza-bound 'Estelle' ship, court says.

PM asks AG to finalize opinion on Levy report

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 18:09:37 GMT

Likud ministers urge Netanyahu to act immediately on report which states that W. Bank settlements are legal under int'l law.

Livnat: Gov't must adopt Levy report on settlements

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:19:06 GMT

Likud minister says government has "legal, political authority to adopt report" which states settlements are legal under Israeli law.

FM attacks EU for Gilo construction condemnation

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 21:04:14 GMT

Ashton says construction separates east J'lem from W. Bank; Liberman describes Gilo as "an inseparable part of Jerusalem.”

Israeli Navy seizes Gaza-bound ship 'Estelle'

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:16:10 GMT

Navy seizes Finnish-flagged ship carrying 30 pro-Palestinian activists after it refused to change course, tows it to Ashdod.

A-G: Delay legalizing outpost until after elections

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 03:09:07 GMT

Netanyahu government has stated that it plans to legalize outposts on state land, remove those on private Palestinian property.

Cabinet unlikely to consider Levy Report next week

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 03:00:08 GMT

A-G Weinstein asks ministries to refrain from major policy decisions until next government is sworn in.

120,000 visitors expected at Rachel’s Tomb

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 03:47:46 GMT

Parliamentarians visit Jewish landmark on outskirts of Bethlehem ahead of event marking anniversary of Rachel's death.

PM under pressure from Right to approve Levy Report

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:57:47 GMT

Report calls on the government to transform West Bank outposts on state land into legal settlements.

Palestinians block highway over grove vandalism

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:44:48 GMT

Border Police disperse crowd with stun grenades after they briefly stop traffic on main route from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv.

Palestinians plan protest to halt Shadma development

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 02:09:42 GMT

Dozens of Palestinians hope to hold weekly protest against development of Gush Etzion hilltop, known as Oush Ghrab.

Ashrawi calls on diplomats to protect olive harvest

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:22:25 GMT

After more than 450 trees vandalized since beginning of harvest, PLO member urges observer teams to document abuse, attacks.

PM, Barak deny agreeing to Golan withdrawal

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:02:57 GMT

Defense minister denies 'Yediot' report PM said he'd return Golan to Syria, adds that talks "didn't reach this stage."

Rights groups: Protect Palestinian olive trees

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:03:50 GMT

Five human rights groups pen letter to IDF, police asking for more West Bank security; police to expand unit fighting "price tags."

Jewish families can return to Hebron building

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:28:58 GMT

Defense Minister Ehud Barak authorizes seven-year-old sale, allowing families forcibly evacuated in 2008 to return.

Erekat: UNGA bid the only way to stop settlements

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:32:23 GMT

PA chief negotiator Erekat calls on international community to support Palestinian bid for UN non-member status in November.

Israel, Palestinians cooperate on Gaza Internet

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 22:44:28 GMT

For two days, Israel and PALTEL worked together to lay 15 km. of optical cables to provide Gaza high-speed Internet service.

UN: Palestinian statehood bid likely in November

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 15:17:10 GMT

US has begun to pressure PA to drop unilateral bid; GA president says he expects int'l debate on Palestinian issue soon.

'EU poised to agree on ban of Iranian gas imports'

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:04:56 GMT

Diplomats preparing package of sanctions against Iran with goal of formally adopting them at FM meeting.

Settlers to appeal decision on Hebron building

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:31:38 GMT

Civil Administration refused to certify the purchase of Beit Hamachpela in the southern West Bank city.

'Now is the time to increase int'l pressure on Iran'

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:49:07 GMT

Intelligence Agencies Minister Meridor speaks with French FM about increased sanctions as Iran police clash with protesters.

Judea and Samaria embrace smartphone tourism

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 01:56:18 GMT

1000s of visitors expected to enjoy ancient and natural sites can take advantage of mobile, multimedia materials.

3 trucks of Gazan furniture allowed into West Bank

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 02:38:39 GMT

Palestinian Authority orders the 35 tons of furniture from a Gazan factory for their West Bank schools.

MKs call on Netanyahu to approve Levy Report

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 01:27:27 GMT

Right-wing politicians press PM to approve report calling for the legalization of unauthorized Jewish West Bank construction.

Rivlin to the world: Boycott Ahmadinejad UN speech

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 01:01:59 GMT

US denies entry to 20 Iranian diplomats; Revolutionary Guards commander: Israel will eventually start a war with us.

PMO: PA's UN statehood bid violates Oslo process

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:28:30 GMT

Netanyahu spokesman slams PA plan to ask UNGA for "territorial terms" for 2-state solution as "ultimate in disingenuous behavior."

Erekat: UN resolution will set terms for talks with Israel

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:31:51 GMT

Chief Palestinian negotiator says resolution seeks two-state solution on 1967 lines, does not "cancel" peace process.

Erekat: UN resolution will set terms for talks with Israel

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:19:25 GMT

Chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat says resolution at United Nations General Assembly will seek to establish two-state solution based on 1967 lines, and does not "cancel" peace process.

Israel eases ban on export of goods from Gaza

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 23:27:11 GMT

United Nations World Food Program trucks to the West Bank 1.2 million energy date bars produced in a Gaza factory.

World Bank: PA needs $400 million lifeline for 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 05:05:34 GMT

Report calls on Israel to remove obstacles against Palestinian development; Foreign Ministry points to global economic problems.

Lithuanian PM: We oppose Palestinian moves at UN

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 23:28:28 GMT

Kubilius condemns Palestinian unilateral bids for statehood, stresses special ties with Israel.

War game simulates response to Eilat rocket attack

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 05:45:19 GMT

In IDC exercise, mock security cabinet, led by Uzi Arad playing PM, reacts to hypothetical attack from Sinai in which 17 are killed.

Court upholds settler purchase of Hebron building

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:35:40 GMT

J'lem court orders state to return Beit HaShalom to Jewish community in 30 days; Defense Ministry authorization still needed.

Shalom: US, Israel see eye to eye, are not at war

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 04:55:56 GMT

Vice premier says dispute is about dispute the timetable, slams Russian, Chinese policies on program.

US: No time for Obama-Netanyahu meeting

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 23:40:22 GMT

Announcement follows Netanyahu declaration that those who don't place "red lines" on Iran, have no right to give Israel a "red light."

Cabinet endorses upgrading Ariel to university

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 14:21:50 GMT

Netanyahu asserts support for status upgrade calling town "integral" part of state, says it's important for higher education.

PM: Ariel is integral part of Israel, always will be

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:46:16 GMT

Netanyahu asserts support for upgrading West Bank's Ariel University Center to university status.

Cabinet to endorse decision on Ariel University

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 03:03:47 GMT

Government also expected to back appointment of Shai Nitzan to post of deputy attorney-general for special projects.

German FM set to discuss Iran with PM, Barak

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 01:04:12 GMT

Westerwelle says if Iran doesn't come back to negotiating table, sanctions will be necessary "not next year but in next weeks."

Israel welcomes Ottawa’s decision to cut Iran ties

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 00:35:38 GMT

PM says Canada taking "moral step of the highest order"; Peres: I hope other nations will see Canada as a moral role model.

Police expect 'price tag' attacks after Migron

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 18:08:24 GMT

Judea and Samaria commander confirms police are preparing for second phase of evacuation, which may include violence.

Police complete largely peaceful Migron evacuation

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 16:58:12 GMT

Eight youths arrested for attacking police officer; PM Netanyahu compliments residents for quiet evacuation.

MK Eldad calls for nonviolent Migron protest

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 03:49:39 GMT

Security sources tell 'Post' that outpost residents will be given until Tuesday to leave of their own volition.

High Court orders Migron outpost evacuated

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:59:41 GMT

Court rejects Migron residents' petition to delay eviction, demolition of homes; decision delays demolition of homes in "block 10."

High Court orders Migron outpost evacuated within 6 days

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 21:13:05 GMT

Court rejects Migron residents' petition to delay eviction, demolition of homes; decision delays demolition of homes in "block 10" until purchase claims are examined; residents refuse to say whether they'll resist evacuation.

'Migron outpost can be evacuated in coming days'

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 02:13:12 GMT

State prosecutor tells High Court evacuation could proceed even though construction of alternate site still underway.

Court hearing on Migron ends without a decision

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 12:42:53 GMT

Outpost residents ask High Court for more time; Palestinian landowners' attorney demands court take a stand in the case.

School starts in Migron despite threat of demolition

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 02:31:39 GMT

With no other school available for the small children, Ro’eh decided to open the Migron school, as if this was just another year.

Migron residents petition to delay evacuation

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 23:10:15 GMT

Outpost residents ask High Court for more time; Netanyahu says Efrat, Gush Etzion integral part of greater Jerusalem.

'Alternate Migron outpost housing site not ready'

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 01:44:42 GMT

48 hours ahead of court-mandated deadline for evacuation, cabinet secretary visits new replacement homes.

'Gov't respects court decision to evacuate Migron'

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 13:25:02 GMT

PM: Gov't will strengthen settlements, has already built an alternate housing site; Yesha slams COGAT note on outpost eviction.

Yesha slams COGAT letter on Migron evacuation

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 09:36:43 GMT

Note to head of Binyamin Regional Council calls for the outpost's evacuation by deadline; Danny Dayan says letter "inflammatory."

Abbas and Meretz's Gal-On to meet in Ramallah

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:04:54 GMT

PA president agrees to meeting with Meretz leader despite three-years of refusing to negotiate with Netanyahu.

Pro-Palestinian activists seek entry from Jordan

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:03:16 GMT

In third Welcome to Palestine initiative, over 100 activists will attempt to cross into the West Bank via Allenby Bridge.

IAEA fails to reach deal on 'Iranian bomb research'

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:06:04 GMT

Netanyahu warns that Tehran is accelerating nuclear drive while "totally ignoring" international demands.

COGAT to Migron residents: Leave peacefully

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 23:47:45 GMT

Letter to head of Binyamin Regional Council calls for the outpost's evacuation by deadline; Givat Assaf residents beg Migron to resist.

Migron neighbors tell outpost to resist expulsion

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 04:38:54 GMT

Givat Assaf residents call on Migron outpost to resist High Court mandate to evacuate homes, say move will set bad precedent.

EU, UN call on Israel to stop Har Homa construction

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 02:11:39 GMT

International community slams Israel after publication of tenders for 130 new units in Jerusalem neighborhood.

Court extends state deadline on Beit Ezra response

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 01:46:27 GMT

High Court of Justice also fines the state NIS 5,000 for not complying with the initial court deadline of August 15.

A-G’s office to High Court: Migron must be evacuated

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:24:33 GMT

Right wing politicians: Prosecutor’s opinion contradicts government’s will, only represents Weinstein's views.

Police, PM vow to find perpetrators of firebombing

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:39:51 GMT

Netanyahu calls Abbas on Id al-Fitr, promises to arrest attackers; extremists believed behind Molotov cocktail attack on W. Bank taxi.

Peace Now complains over commander’s Hebron comments

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 05:34:47 GMT

IDF commander made public comments supporting Israeli sovereignty over the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Firebombing injures 6 Palestinians near Bat Ayin

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:56:59 GMT

PM condemns attack targeting Palestinian taxi; initial investigation reveals Jewish extremists may have carried out firebombing.

NGO: 4 out-of-uniform soldiers beat Hebron man

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 09:34:28 GMT

Video released of alleged beating by IDF soldiers of Palestinian man; IDF denies wrongdoing.

State asks High Court for delay on Beit Ezra

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 01:27:29 GMT

Peace now opposes delay of court decision on Hebron shop in use by Jewish family; Palestinians forced to abandon it in 2001.

Defense Ministry: 6,000 work permit gesture to Abbas

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 01:14:14 GMT

Newest gesture, if approved by PM Netanyahu, will help the economy and improve quality of life for Palestinian laborers.

State to ask for delay in removing Migron buildings

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 23:16:56 GMT

State wants 90-day delay to remove some Migron outpost buildings to allow time to adjudicate the settlers' purchase claim.

Pro-Palestinian activists plan ‘flytilla’ via Jordan

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 01:57:33 GMT

Demonstrators hope to highlight Israel’s policy of banning foreign activists who it believes could cause a public disorder.

Right wing urges PM to adopt Levy Report

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 01:40:41 GMT

Politicians from the right and US Jewish leaders support findings; C'tee on Settlements to discuss Migron, Hebron and Beit El.

Migron outpost to AG: Let us remain in our homes

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 22:33:51 GMT

Residents of W. Bank outpost pen letter asking to avoid evacuation pending validation of land purchase claims.

IDF signs injunction legalizing Bruchin outpost

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 21:02:19 GMT

Move marks latest step in legalization of three outpost, including Rehelim and Sansana, their conversion into settlements.

First assisted-living facility slated for W. Bank

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 03:11:07 GMT

Gush Etzion project still needs the approval of the Defense Ministry.

Migron residents fund-raise to buy more outpost land

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 02:33:03 GMT

Asking donors to contribute at least NIS 400 to help buy up land; Ministerial Committee on Settlements to meet Tuesday.

Court upholds eviction of 8 Palestinian villages

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 01:55:22 GMT

ACRI may appeal ruling that could leave 1,500 people in the South Hebron Hills homeless in November.

J'lem orders demolition of 2 illegal UN caravans

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 01:25:48 GMT

UN's Humanitarian Relief Fund placed caravans in place of two illegally built Arab homes the municipality demolished.

'Palestinian homes in IDF fire zones face demolition'

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 01:24:58 GMT

Army concerned inhabitants of zones could collect intelligence or weapons the forces leave behind, and use them for terrorism.

C'tee transfers NIS 8m. to relocate Migron homes

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 20:51:08 GMT

HJC extends evacuation deadline to August 28; Peace Now: Government obligated to announce intent to evacuate outpost.

West Bank stone-throwing leaves 2 wounded

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 01:45:44 GMT

J'lem court frees 23 activists on bail charged with throwing stones at Palestinian vehicles near Ramat Migron outpost.

IDF expands boundaries of Beit El settlement

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 03:02:41 GMT

Expansion is part of an agreement the gov't reached with 30 families who formerly lived in the Ulpana outpost.

Peace Now: Gov’t spends NIS 1.6b. more on settlers

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 23:23:30 GMT

Other report shows a sharp, 38 percent spike in spending on settlements in 2011 after an eight-year decline.

'Find housing for Palestinians before demolitions'

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 23:44:12 GMT

High Court of Justice asks state to present plan for alternative housing for 27 families living in unauthorized homes in South Hebron Hills.

'Occupation can't be rewarded even in US campaigning'

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 23:53:58 GMT

After Mitt Romney repeatedly stresses that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel, Chief Palestinian negotiator Erekat says "those who stand tall for 2 state solution must stand tall for E. J'lem as Palestine's capital."

Romney: Deeply moving to be in Jerusalem, Israel's capital

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 19:39:52 GMT

US Republican presidential candidate stresses shared values between US, Israel in J'lem foreign policy speech; says diplomatic distance between Israel and US emboldens the Jewish state's adversaries.

Court delays Migron eviction until August 21

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:05:30 GMT

Army was concerned the eviction could set off violent settler protests in the sensitive period of Ramadan.

B'Tselem video: IDF soldier head butts Palestinian

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:34:20 GMT

Rights organization films exchange between soldiers, Palestinians in Hebron; IDF: Palestinian violently attacked commander.

High Court grants state 3rd delay in Beit El case

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:42:26 GMT

State requested delay in demolition of five unauthorized apartment buildings under construction in Beit El.

'Palestinian economy can’t sustain statehood'

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 21:07:07 GMT

World Bank report says PA unlikely to be fiscally sustainable until a political settlement with Israel is in place.

Baker defends Levy report in letter to US Jews

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 21:05:39 GMT

Israel Policy Forum warned last month that Levy Report endangered two-state solution; Baker: "You didn't read the report."

State asks for 29-day delay in Migron evacuation

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 11:55:33 GMT

IDF advises against carrying out forced evictions during Ramadan in the name of public order; delay request is the state's third.

‘Five coffins, five dreams’

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 03:49:12 GMT

Midnight ceremony for Israelis slain in Burgas held at Ben-Gurion Airport.

Bulgaria victims laid to rest across country

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:39:49 GMT

Ceremonies take place around Israel for terror victims Itzik Colangi, 28, Amir Menashe, 28, Maor Harosh, 25, Elior Price, 26, and Kochava Shriki, 44.

5 victims of Bulgaria terror attack to be laid to rest

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 06:44:47 GMT

Israelis killed by suicide bomber at Burgas Airport arrive at Ben-Gurion Airport, named as: Itzik Colangi, 28, Amir Menashe, 28, Maor Harosh, 25, Elior Price, 26, and Kochava Shriki, 44 as victims; all wounded return.

Bulgaria victim had just learned she was pregnant

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 03:43:39 GMT

Shriki and her husband Yitzhak of Rishon Lezion were among 154 Israelis who had flown to Bulgaria on vacation.

5 Israelis killed in Bulgaria terror attack arrive home

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:18:17 GMT

Interior Ministry identifies Itzik Colangi, 28, Amir Menashe, 28, Maor Harosh, 25, Elior Price, 26, and Kochava Shriki, 44 as victims; last three wounded Israelis return.

US, EU may increase Iran sanctions, US official says

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 03:47:44 GMT

“There is still time for diplomacy to work if Iran will respond to pressure,” senior American official states.

State will not oppose Migron petition to High Court

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 02:30:07 GMT

Ministerial Committee on Settlements meets to decide on state’s position regarding West Bank outpost.

Authorization of Jordan Valley outpost revealed

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 05:51:47 GMT

Defense Ministry legalized Givat Salit outpost by making it part of the nearby Mehola settlement, council head says; move marks at least fifth outpost authorized for legalization since Netanyahu took office.

Officials look to curb OCHA’s West Bank activities

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 05:24:11 GMT

Local UN office allegedly supporting, building illegal structures for Palestinians in Area C of W. Bank.

US Jews slam Levy report on legalizing outposts

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 20:01:58 GMT

Report places two-state solution, Israel's standing in int'l community in peril, 40 US Jews write in letter to Netanyahu.

Israel working on new incentives package for PA

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 04:45:42 GMT

Palestinians refused to hold direct negotiations with Israel until it halts construction in W. Bank, east Jerusalem.

Clinton to arrive in Israel to discuss Iran, peace

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 04:25:49 GMT

Clinton to meet with Netanyahu, Liberman, Barak and Peres; trip also counters Romney's upcoming visit.

PM, Mofaz meet in last ditch-effort to save gov't

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 07:11:18 GMT

Ya'alon, Plesner continue to bicker over quotas limiting army draft waivers for yeshiva students; representatives continue talks.

'Iran should be stopped by joint regional effort'

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 01:36:00 GMT

Vice Premier Ya'alon says Mideast can't be secure if Tehran seeking nukes; US, Israeli officials hold strategic dialogue.

Coalition's fate could be decided this weekend

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:50:01 GMT

PM and Mofaz push meeting over Tal Law replacement to weekend; Ya'alon, Pleasner continue to bicker over quotas.

Abbas urges US to pressure Israel over settlements

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:33:56 GMT

PA president meets with US deputy secretary of state, reiterates refusal to resume talks unless Israel meets 3 conditions.

'Two-state solution key to achieving peace'

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 04:34:25 GMT

European Commission head says only viable solution is secure, recognized state of Israel and democratic, viable state of Palestine.

'Two-state solution key to achieving peace'

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 04:33:28 GMT

European Commission head says only viable solution is secure, recognized state of Israel and democratic, viable state of Palestine.

Peres: Settlement building threatens Jewish state

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 20:12:14 GMT

At ceremony honoring Herzl, president cites demographic danger of building in Arab territories; Yesha "astounded" by statement.

US voices opposition to legalization of outposts

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 07:54:25 GMT

State Department pans gov't report calling for outpost authorization ahead of visit to Israel by senior US officials.

PM urges Europe to be more balanced toward Israel

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 02:27:21 GMT

Netanyahu questions Europe's political positions when it comes to Israel in meeting with European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso.

C'tee to debate legalizing outposts in wake of report

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:35:30 GMT

Right wing hails document as "most worthy and just report ever written"; Meretz MK says Netanyahu contradicting both High Court and attorney-general.

Legal report on outposts recommends authorization

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 06:08:05 GMT

Three-person committee critiques actions of past governments for lack of commitment to rule of law, but argues Israel has legal right to build settlements.

Israel won't cooperate with UN settlement probe

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:13:55 GMT

Three jurists appointed to fact-finding probe into Israeli settlement activity and Jewish building in east Jerusalem.

UNHRC appoints West Bank settlement probe

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 18:37:37 GMT

Three-member fact finding mission to probe Israeli West Bank settlement activity and Jewish building in east Jerusalem.

A sheikh, settlers and MPs meet in Hebron Hills tent

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:53:32 GMT

Hebron’s Jewish community, European parliamentarians accept invitation from sheikh with vision of 1 state for all.

High Court of Justice to debate Migron on July 15

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 01:30:53 GMT

West Bank settlers say they recently purchased the land, request permission to remain at outpost.

'Int'l court must act on Palestinian prisoner issue'

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 01:12:06 GMT

Military retaliation against rocket fire from Gaza is not justified, says UN special rapporteur Richard Falk.

UNHRC settlement probe team to be named soon

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:44:01 GMT

Israel already announced it does not plan to cooperate with such a mission, which it sees as attempt by council to delegitimize state.

High Court extends Ulpana removal deadline

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 21:57:54 GMT

After families evacuated on time, state given until November 15 to remove Ulpana buildings to Beit El settlement.

Netanyahu, Peres reach out to Egypt's Mursi

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 20:36:54 GMT

Sources say PM sent Egyptian president secret letter; Peres emphasizes importance of maintaining the peace agreement.

'Abbas nixes Mofaz visit due to public pressure'

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 18:16:59 GMT

Palestinians planned protests against Mofaz's arrival in Ramallah; Mofaz camp reportedly claims Netanyahu behind cancellation.

UNESCO: Nativity Church heritage site in 'Palestine'

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:40:07 GMT

Fayyad: This gives hope to our people; US "profoundly disappointed"; PMO: Palestinians taking steps to distance peace.

PA pushing to register Nativity Church at UNESCO

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 01:20:52 GMT

PA needs approval of two thirds of UN World Heritage C'tee states present at time of the vote to secure passage.

Final family pulled gently from Ulpana home

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 21:11:25 GMT

Fattal family had refused to peacefully leave outpost; border police remove hilltop youth who broke into home.

Border police reportedly on way to Ulpana

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 20:25:05 GMT

Some 15 hilltop youth break into home in outpost during evacuation; 32 of 33 families peacefully leave, final family refuses.

17 Ulpana families relocate peacefully

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:59:17 GMT

Families join 15 others who already peacefully relocated to modular homes inside the Beit El settlement.

PA seeks support for UNESCO site bid

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 04:42:48 GMT

Palestinians still scrambling to find necessary support for vote to register Church of the Nativity under the name Palestine.

18 more Ulpana families to relocate

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:26:13 GMT

Families will join 15 others who already peacefully relocated to modular homes inside the Beit El settlement.

Israel fears UN about to announce settlement panel

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 04:44:25 GMT

Mission will look at implications of West Bank settlements, Jewish building in east Jerusalem on Palestinians.

15 Ulpana families relocate peacefully but tearfully

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:31:37 GMT

An additional 17 families are set to be relocated later in the week; state asks High Court for extension to remove buildings.

Defense Ministry moves first Ulpana residents

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:26:04 GMT

An additional 17 families are set to be relocated later in the week; state asks High Court for extension to remove buildings.

Ulpana residents hold prayer service before leaving outpost

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 07:20:34 GMT

16 families from Ulpana outpost on outskirts of Beit El settlement to relocate to modular housing in keeping with High Court mandate; residents expected to peacefully leave homes.

Defense Ministry workers prepare for Ulpana evacuation

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 01:00:16 GMT

Residents of Beit El settlement to gather for mass prayer service before 16 families from Ulpana outpost to relocate to modular housing in keeping with High Court mandate; residents expected to peacefully leave homes.

PM: Israel, Russia agree on Iran nuclear danger

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:41:03 GMT

On warm visit to Israel, Putin vague on Iran sanctions, Syrian arms, but calls for renewed Israeli-Palestinian talks.

Settlement leaders condemn 'price tag' violence

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:12:27 GMT

At emergency meeting in Ofra settlement, Dani Dayan calls settler-perpetrated violence "the main danger" facing movement.

State asks court to delay Givat Assaf evacuation

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:13:59 GMT

Gov't asks for 7 month delay after it had previously promised that by July 1 it would take down W. Bank outpost’s 25 caravans.

Israeli delegation visits vandalized Jaba mosque

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 01:13:43 GMT

Tag Meir, Rabbis for Human rights makes solidarity visit to West Bank mosque hit by "price tag" arsonists.

Ulpana residents agree to voluntary evacuation

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 02:25:57 GMT

33 families will move into nearby housing within 10 days, structures to be dismantled and moved.

Police hold major drill before Ulpana evacuation

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 22:10:29 GMT

Officials tell 'Post' that officers waiting for order from IDF to evacuate W. Bank outpost homes.

Gov’t approves new settlement committee

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 23:35:38 GMT

Move revises 16-year-old decision that determined creation of new W. Bank settlements must have approval of the full government.

'We have to defend these homes with our bodies'

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:04:27 GMT

Settler committee head calls on supporters to come stop court-ordered eviction and demolition of Ulpana outpost.

PA advised against bid for Bethlehem church

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:42:26 GMT

UNESCO committee comes out against PA bid to use emergency procedure to register Church of Nativity in "Palestine."

Gov't set to approve new ministerial settlement c'tee

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:25:44 GMT

C'tee will be chaired by Netanyahu, have authority to authorize W. Bank Jewish construction without a full cabinet decision.

Gov't set to approve settlement committee

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:24:31 GMT

C'tee will be chaired by Netanyahu, have authority to authorize W. Bank Jewish construction without a full cabinet decision.

Israel seeks to block listing church in 'Palestine'

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 03:22:20 GMT

Efforts are underway to block a PA bid to register Church of Nativity in Bethlehem under country of Palestine.

IDF: Live fire likely used on stone throwers

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 21:04:55 GMT

Security sources say junior officer suspended for failing to report incident in Palestinian village of Nabi Saleh.

Sara Netanyahu pushed PM to make Schalit deal

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 06:08:53 GMT

"Think of him as if he were our son," Sara Netanyahu said, pushing for the release of captured IDF soldier Gilad Schalit from Hamas captivity.

PA sets conditions for informal talks with Israel

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 05:56:24 GMT

PA president says he'll sit at same table with PM in return for gestures, but full talks won't resume without settlement freeze.

PA sets conditions for informal talks with Israel

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 05:55:42 GMT

PA president says he'll sit at same table with PM in return for gestures, but full talks won't resume without settlement freeze.

Settlements: Is Ulpana gearing up to be Amona II?

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 17:12:18 GMT

With settler leaders linking fate of Jews living in W. Bank to fate of 5 buildings in outpost, severe clashes may be inevitable.

US: Settlement activity undermines peace efforts

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:30:46 GMT

State Dep't spokesman says United States "doesn't accept the legitimacy of continued Israeli settlement activity."

‘We are continuing the battle’

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 19:59:15 GMT

Settler leaders hint they may use force when the government goes through with decision to evacuate Ulpana homes.

'Gov't will continue to strengthen settlements, democracy'

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 17:29:53 GMT

PM says the government is acting responsibly in decision to evacuate West Bank Ulpana outpost; bill to legalize outpost fails in Knesset by a vote of 69 to 22; no ministers vote against.

MK asks Habayit Hayehudi to leave coalition over Ulpana

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 15:57:49 GMT

Outpost bill fails in Knesset by a vote of 69 to 22; no ministers vote against; A-G approves PM's plan, including further developing Beit El settlement, possibly by up to 300 units.

Activists call on Likud ministers to support bills

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:33:05 GMT

Proponents rallied by a protest tent up the street from the Knesset as parliamentarians began to debate outpost bills.

Netanyahu creates settlement committee

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 12:11:50 GMT

Settlers, right wing politicians have long called for Netanyahu to create c'tee that can authorize West Bank construction.

Knesset rejects Ulpana bill 69-22

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 11:54:28 GMT

Liberman accepts Netanyahu's outline for evacuating outpost; A-G approves PM's plan, including further developing Beit El settlement, possibly by up to 300 units.

Waiting for his land

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:52:11 GMT

Resident of Dura al- Qara hopeful that by July 1, Israel will remove 5 apartment buildings in Ulpana outpost.

Hundreds rally for outpost legislation

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:45:00 GMT

“Please do not destroy our homes," Rivka Nivri, 14, begs of Netanyahu. "Please do not evacuate families and children."

'Barkat promises not to clear Ulpana protest tent'

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 02:07:00 GMT

Settler leader Dayan says he secured promise from J'lem mayor to allow protest tent next to Supreme Court to remain.

PM to clash with Right over Ulpana outpost

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:05:45 GMT

Netanyahu says bill seeking to legalize outposts would do more harm than good; Liberman, Yishai against Ulpana evacuation.

Settlers plan 2-day march to J’lem over Ulpana

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 01:07:34 GMT

Right-wing activists call on ministers to prevent demolition of outpost by supporting bills to retroactively legalize them.

PM reiterates policy of strengthening settlements

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 11:42:22 GMT

Netanyahu waiting for stamp of approval from A-G for the move, which would see 5 stone structures in Ulpana physically moved.

Right wing urges ministers to support outpost bill

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 04:34:44 GMT

A list of politicians call on MKs to ignore PM, legalize Ulpana outpost.

Madonna offers her fans a little prayer for peace

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 01:09:55 GMT

Pop icon launches world tour in Ramat Gan, making reference to Israel, Palestine and giving away land.

Sources: PM wants to relocate Ulpana outpost

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 23:04:02 GMT

Netanyahu waiting for stamp of approval from A-G for the move, which would see 5 stone structures in Ulpana physically moved.

Madonna offers fans a little prayer of peace

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 06:09:56 GMT

Pop icon launches world tour in Ramat Gan, making reference to Israel, Palestine and giving away land.

Palestinians may boycott UNICEF over Israel ties

Thu, 31 May 2012 04:54:38 GMT

Contractors Union denounce UN Children’s Fund for taking Israeli offers in bid for construction work in Gaza.

Four settlers go on hunger strike over outposts

Thu, 31 May 2012 02:41:17 GMT

Residents of Amona pitch protest tent near the Knesset, demonstrating against outpost demolition plans.

Palestinian activist Tamimi sentenced to 13 months

Tue, 29 May 2012 22:30:20 GMT

Military court sentences Tamimi to time he has already served, additional 17 months for weekly Nabi Saleh protests.

Palestinian, settler violence caught on tape again

Tue, 29 May 2012 02:30:09 GMT

For 2nd week in a row video shows violence near Yitzhar settlement including arson, shooting; IDF investigating incident.

Knesset to hold reading of outpost bill

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:56:01 GMT

MK Orlev agrees to postpone his bill on W. Bank homes; MK Katz, facing coalition discipline, moves forward with his own version.

Knesset passes controversial settlement bill

Mon, 21 May 2012 20:46:31 GMT

Law offers 35% tax break on donations to NGOs that support settlement on both sides of the Green Line.

Video: Settlers firing at Palestinians

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:44:52 GMT

B'Tselem releases video footage from 2-hour incident between Yitzhar settlers, Asira al-Qibliya Palestinians, as IDF watches.

PM: No evidence Iran will end nuke program

Fri, 18 May 2012 12:33:28 GMT

Speaking in Prague, Netanyahu says goal of upcoming negotiations should be freeze, removal of Iranian enrichment.

Elkin: Outpost bills unlikely to get vote

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:49:27 GMT

Coalition chairman Ze’ev Elkin (Likud) says Netanyahu has already asked that the legislation be delayed.

Palestinians take to streets for Nakba Day

Tue, 15 May 2012 22:38:12 GMT

Three Border Police, one IDF soldier, 270 Palestinians lightly injured; Fayyad says no compromise on right of return.

Outpost bills likely to be delayed

Tue, 15 May 2012 04:51:34 GMT

Orlev, Katz believe they have enough votes to pass the bills if Netanyahu does not impose coalition discipline.

MKs to present outpost bill to Knesset this week

Mon, 14 May 2012 03:10:36 GMT

According to coalition chairman Ze’ev Elkin (Likud) the bill is unlikely to be brought to the plenum on Monday.

PM blocks bill to annex West Bank settlements

Sun, 13 May 2012 20:51:33 GMT

MK Miri Regev's bill, which would have effectively annexed large portions of Area C, defeated at the Ministerial Committee.

Ya’alon: Unjust to destroy Ulpana outpost homes

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:56:53 GMT

Speaking at Ness Ziona cultural event Vice premier says a solution must be found to save the 30 Ulpana outpost homes.

US actor relates nude confrontation at TA event

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:52:49 GMT

Mandy Patinkin tells leftists he supports boycotting settlements.

Israel, PA pledge commitment to peace

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:47:52 GMT

Netanyahu's envoy delivers letter to Abbas; J Street's Ben Ami also meets PA president.

PM to hold special ministerial meeting on Ulpana

Fri, 11 May 2012 07:05:59 GMT

Knesset to take up bill that could transform outposts throughout West Bank into legal settlements overnight.

Abbas warns Israel over hunger strikers

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:44:29 GMT

"The case of [hunger striking] prisoners is not only a political issue, rather it is a humanitarian issue," PA president says.

Knesset to vote on bill legalizing W. Bank outposts

Thu, 10 May 2012 19:00:47 GMT

If bill passes, could transform outposts throughout West Bank into legal settlements overnight.

PM to Ashton: Iran using talks to gain time

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:48:04 GMT

Netanyahu meets with EU foreign policy chief along with FM, Barak, and newly-minted VP Mofaz ahead of talks.

Analysis: Ulpana outpost 1st test for new coalition

Wed, 09 May 2012 04:14:55 GMT

Mofaz bringing Kadima into the coalition removes any threat that the government will fall over Ulpana evacuation.

Analysis: Kadima-add unlikely to thaw peace process

Wed, 09 May 2012 03:46:32 GMT

National unity strengthens PM’s ability to finalize a peace deal but he is unlikely to have the opportunity to wield that power.

PM calls on Abbas to return to negotiating table

Tue, 08 May 2012 21:35:25 GMT

PA asks national unity coalition adopt a platform of peace; Netanyahu: I hope Abbas will use opportunity resume talks.

Right-wing MKs to PM: Support outpost legislation

Tue, 08 May 2012 08:12:11 GMT

Livnat says "The state has a moral responsibility toward the residents that it encouraged and sent to live [in Ulpana]."

Ulpana ruling turns settlements into election issue

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:35:19 GMT

Analysis: PM must now sell himself, Likud party to right-wing voters as champion of settlement movement.

High Court orders Ulpana homes demolished by July 1

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:11:26 GMT

State has failed to find reason for “exceptional remedy of reopening legal proceedings,” says Supreme Court President, notes judgements must be executed within period prescribed by the court.

Right-wing MKs to PM: Support outpost legislation

Mon, 07 May 2012 22:44:50 GMT

Livnat says "The state has a moral responsibility toward the residents that it encouraged and sent to live [in Ulpana]."

Turkish mayor visits Israel, dreams joint projects

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:29:56 GMT

He is 1 of 37 mayors from 28 countries in Israel for a four-day conference organized by American Council for World Jewry.

Abbas phones Netanyahu to express condolences

Thu, 03 May 2012 22:19:02 GMT

Palestinian Authority president calls prime minister to offer his sympathies over the death of Benzion Netanyahu.

Yesh Din to HJC: Order state to evacuate Ulpana

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:59:26 GMT

Group petitions High Court of Justice to order state to immediately evacuate 30 homes in outpost on outskirts of Beit El.

Falk slams treatment of Palestinian prisoners

Thu, 03 May 2012 06:02:59 GMT

UN’s special rapporteur says Israel’s use of administrative detention "flies in the face of int'l fair trial standards.”

Obama, Clinton call PM to express condolences

Thu, 03 May 2012 05:41:01 GMT

"The significant role he played in the life of the nation and your family only makes the loss more significant," US president tells Netanyahu.

IDF to rule on status of officer probed on Gaza

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:02:42 GMT

Gantz to decide whether to promote Malka, who was exonerated from criminal charges in closure of Operation Cast Lead probe.

Abbas, Fayyad send Netanyahu condolence letters

Tue, 01 May 2012 21:35:08 GMT

PA leaders express sorrow at loss of PM's father; in Tunisia, Abbas calls Netanyahu a "partner for peace."

Obama targets evaders of Iran, Syria sanctions

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:28:39 GMT

US President signs executive order giving Treasury department more power against individuals and groups evading sanctions.

Olmert: Iran not rushing to produce nukes

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:32:53 GMT

Tehran's calculated approach shows diplomacy can still be effective, former prime minister tells CNN at JPost Conference.

Court gives state 60 days to form outpost policy

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:45:09 GMT

Allotted time is 30 days shorter than state had originally requested; Ulpana homes spared temporarily as part of ruling.

Court grants extension for Ulpana demolition

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:31:45 GMT

State had previously appealed for 90-day delay in evacuation of 30 homes in West Bank outpost, court grants 60 days.

Meretz to petition against state’s Ulpana request

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 06:55:13 GMT

Gal-On: State's request to court to release it from taking down homes shows A-G, prosecutor have "failed morally."

State wants to change unauthorized outpost policy

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:43:13 GMT

Gov’t asks to be released from pledge to demolish Ulpana homes this week, says decisions must take policy impact into account.

State asks High Court to delay Ulpana demolition

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:12:15 GMT

Gov't, which had promised to bulldoze the 30 W. Bank homes by May 1, requests additional 90 days from court.

PM to ask court to delay Ulpana homes demolition

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:05:04 GMT

State to request that High Court of Justice postpone demolition of 30 homes in the Ulpana outpost built on Palestinian land.

Palestinians to UNSC: 'Intervene' on settlements

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:34:06 GMT

PLO envoy says settlement activity goes against Road Map commitments, is proof Israel rejects two-state solution.

EU slams Israeli legalization of 3 outposts

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:25:49 GMT

Europe's condemnation of Israeli move in West Bank joins international chorus which includes US, UN, PA, France, Jordan.

US 'concerned' over legalization of 3 outposts

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:10:52 GMT

UN chief Ban "troubled" by authorization of Bruchin, Rehalim and Sansana; PA urges Israel to “immediately halt unilateral actions” in West Bank.

Barak: Settler homes at Ulpana must go

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:35:09 GMT

Habayit Hayehudi chairman warns his 3 MKs will leave coalition if state demolishes outpost.

PM sets up panel to legalize state land outposts

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:52:40 GMT

Netanyahu forms panel to legalize Rechelim, Bruchin, Sansana; Peace Now: PM developing settlements at expense of peace.

Palestinian tapes show Eisner hitting 3 activists

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 02:28:38 GMT

B'Tselem clip shows scuffle started after 1 activist bumped his bike into soldier.

'Gov't will fall if Ulpana outpost is destroyed'

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:43:08 GMT

Vice Premier Ya’alon warns against demolition of 30 homes; Barak says ‘Feiglinism’ has taken over the Likud.

Cabinet expected to authorize 3 new settlements

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:24:21 GMT

Knesset to hold special session on Rehalim, Sansana and Bruchin; move would mark first such authorization in 13 years.

FM slams Abbas on day of Netanyahu, PA meeting

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:41:17 GMT

Liberman slams PA president after Fayyad avoids meeting; PM pledges to respond to PA with letter within 2 weeks.

IDF probes officer shown striking activist with M16

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:57:36 GMT

Andreas Ias denies engaging in any violent activity; Eisner is condemned throughout IDF and political spectrum.

Bewildered fly-in activist makes it to Bethlehem

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 01:31:57 GMT

Fly-in organizer says those who made it past security did not tell airport passport control why they arrived.

Israel pleased 'flytilla' fails to disrupt airport

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:53:43 GMT

Most activists held at points of departure; PM thanks Aharonovitch, police commanders for avoiding violence.

'Flytilla' organizer hails 'success' as two enter Israel

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:39:50 GMT

Organizer says event proves Israel not a democracy; 12 activists returned to ports of origin, 31 others held in custody until return flight; minister says airport functioning normally.

Israel to 'thank' fly-in activists in mocking letter

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:40:52 GMT

Israel plans to present activists with letter questioning choice to hold protest against Israel rather than Syria, Iran or Hamas.

Police to await 'flytilla' activists at airport

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:46:25 GMT

Police, intelligence officials met Wednesday morning in preparation for pro-Palestinian activist event.

Bethlehem mayor: Allow ‘flytilla’ to enter country

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:40:45 GMT

Some 2,000 pro-Palestinian foreigners expected to try to enter the country en masse next week.

Fayyad calls on Quartet to denounce Israeli violence

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:05:41 GMT

PA prime minister tells audience in Bil'in that continued settlement activity endangers the two-state solution.

Fayyad hails popular resistance at Bil'in parley

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:26:42 GMT

Settlements violate int'l law and go against peace process, Palestinian PM says in tent near West Bank barrier.

State weighs legalizing Jewish homes in Beit El

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:01:22 GMT

Gov’t requests delay in demolishing 5 uncompleted apartment buildings on Palestinian property in W. Bank settlement.

Settlers call on gov't to return to Homesh

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:26:54 GMT

Festive Passover event planned amid ruins of demolished West Bank settlement.

Orlev to give Hebron home sale documents to PM

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:50:50 GMT

MK plans to meet Netanyahu "to present the evidence of the sale," which he says he has collected from the families.

'Tehran can, but won’t, produce nuclear weapons'

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 02:07:27 GMT

Iranian politician says the Islamic Republic would never choose the path of building nukes, despite having the technology to do so.

Danon garners support for emergency Migron meeting

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 03:37:56 GMT

MKs calls for discussion titled “the national camp in the Knesset will not allow Migron to be evacuated – we will regularize the land through legislation.”

Hebron families pitch tent outside disputed home

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:24:17 GMT

Attorney of families says client feared Arab employees in Civil Administration would tell PA of sale if they sought permit.

PM looks to convert three outposts to settlements

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 05:34:41 GMT

Gov't never authorized Rehalim, Sansana, Bruchin as settlements; Netanyahu asks A-G to help save Ulpana homes.

Security forces peacefully evacuate Hebron settler home

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:16:39 GMT

A-G Weinstein informs PM, defense minister that Beit Hamachpela must be evacuated without delay; Barak says the decision to evacuate is part of his responsibility to safeguard democracy, the rule of law in Israel.

Border Police evacuate settlers from Hebron home

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:52:28 GMT

A-G Weinstein informs PM, defense minister that Beit Hamachpela must be evacuated without delay; Barak says surprise decision is part of his responsibility to safeguard democracy, rule of law in Israel.

Vice PM: Strip Barak of authority over W. Bank settlements

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:50:38 GMT

Right-wing criticism of defense minister's handling of Hebron home, settlements in Judea, Samaria simmering as legal officials say disputed apartment complex must be evacuated by April 25.

'Hebron settler home to be evacuated by month end'

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:35:19 GMT

Following late-night between between PM, defense minister and a small group of ministers, officials say Beit Hamachpela residents must leave apartment building by April 25th; Netanyahu and Barak to continue discussions.

Gov't meets over Hebron settler home eviction

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:35:50 GMT

PM "coordinating with the defense minister; right-wing lawmakers expect PM to authorize 15 Jewish families in building.

IDF holding off on Hebron evacuation after deadline passes

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:18:27 GMT

Prime minister expected to hold ministerial meeting on the issue of the setters' building; spokesman for residents: We're not getting ready to leave, we're getting ready for Passover.

Baruch Marzel challenges foreign tourists in Hebron

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:00:32 GMT

Hebron activist argues with Palestinian tour guide Muhammed Bannoura, asks “can a Jew buy a house here or not?”

Defense Ministry reiterates order to evacuate Hebron home

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:29:53 GMT

Security sources say deadline to voluntarily leave is still 3 p.m. Tuesday, amid speculation that Barak would agree to PM's request to delay evacuation; settlers: We’re not leaving.

Live JPost Twitter coverage from Hebron

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:07:18 GMT

Settlers ordered to leave Hebron apartment by 3 p.m.; 'The Jerusalem Post's' Tovah Lazaroff reports live.

PM asks Barak to delay Hebron evacuation order

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 22:41:00 GMT

Security sources say deadline to voluntarily leave is still 3 p.m. Tuesday; settlers: We’re not leaving.

PMO asks IDF to delay Hebron evacuation order

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:00:03 GMT

IDF had ordered Hebron settlers to leave home by 3 p.m. Tuesday; Defense Ministry sticking to original schedule.

MKs demand PM rescind 'Beit Hamachpela' evacuation order

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:31:32 GMT

IDF had ordered Hebron settlers to leave home by 3 p.m. Tuesday; move comes after 15 Jewish families move into Hebron apartment building, lacking proper permits; police investigating legality of sale.

IDF orders Hebron settlers to leave home by 3 p.m. Tuesday

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:43:10 GMT

Order comes after 15 Jewish families from Hebron, Kiryat Arba moved into apartment building last week saying they purchased it from Palestinian owner, but lacked the proper permits; police investigating legality of sale.

PM to hold meeting on settler homes to be evacuated

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 05:28:42 GMT

Likud ministers call for ministerial meeting to deal with Jewish homes in W. Bank in danger of being evacuated.

Bethlehem protest quickly turns violent

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:54:15 GMT

Protesters hurl rocks and in some cases Molotov cocktails at two IDF concrete guard towers.

Land Day protests in West Bank, Gaza Strip die down

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:54:06 GMT

1 killed, dozens injured in clashes; Police, border patrol arrest 34 pro-Palestinian activists during protests at Kalandiya, e. J'lem, Bethlehem; IDF: Real tests still to come on Nakba, Naksa, Prisoners' Days.

Aharonovitch: Kalandiya Land Day demonstration is 'a show'

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:21:00 GMT

Clashes continue at Kalandiya; protest, clashes break out in e. J'lem, Bethlehem, W. Bank towns; several Palestinians injured at Kalandiya, 14 arrested in J'lem; Lebanese forces prevent protesters from reaching border.

Clashes break out at Kalandiya in Land Day protests

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:58:37 GMT

Palestinians throw stones at IDF checkpoint near Bethlehem; IDF announces closure on the West Bank; police limit access to the Temple Mount; security forces prepare to prevent access to Lebanese border area

IDF: Settlers in Hebron building may harm security

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:27:56 GMT

Police, IDF look into claims the settlers bought the home; IDF sources are critical the move ahead of Land Day events.

Pro-Palestinian activists to hold second 'fly-in'

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:49:28 GMT

Organizers say they expect 1,500- 2,000 people to arrive in Ben-Gurion Airport to protest Israeli policy vis-a-vis Palestinians.

'More indicted for violence than vandalism'

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:41:16 GMT

Yesh Din report says Israelis more likely to be indicted for violence against Palestinians in West Bank than vandalism.

'Temporary Migron homes can be built in 4 months'

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:53:43 GMT

Begin, who negotiated with settlers, says outpost could grow to 200 units at new location.

Gov’t: Migron relocation offer still stands

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 22:17:30 GMT

Netanyahu: State will respect court’s verdict; unclear if Migron residents will accept accelerated timetable.

Rivlin agrees to hold Knesset session on outposts

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:06:46 GMT

After court ruling against Migron deal prompts outrage on Right, Rivlin says he will hold special plenum pending signatures.

PM on Migron deal rejection: The gov't respects the court

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 19:10:12 GMT

High Court rejects state's request to delay evacuation of West Bank outpost until 2015, ordering the evacuation to be completed by August 1; right-wing MKs plan to push legislation that would nullify ruling.

Court says Migron must be evacuated by August 1

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:46:59 GMT

High Court rejects state's request to delay evacuation of West Bank outpost until 2015; Peace Now hails decision as victory, right-wing parliamentarians plan to push legislation that would nullify ruling.

J'lem lawyer lobbies EU on Palestinian human rights

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:41:15 GMT

Myers travels to Brussels to pernally hand EU 35-page report compiled on human rights in West Bank, Gaza Strip.

Israel won't cooperate with UN probe of settlements

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:30:34 GMT

Netanyahu calls UN Council "hypocritical" for voting 36 to 1 to create fact-finding mission investigating effects of settlements on Palestinian human rights; PA says it hopes decision will send message to Israel.

Int'l donors agree to provide PA more financial aid

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:52:39 GMT

Jerusalem attorney lobbies European Union to condition Palestinian assistance on improving human rights.

High Court slams state's 'last minute' Migron deal

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:17:39 GMT

Justices chastise state for failing to include Palestinian landowners in negotiations it held with settlers to delay outpost evacuation.

Settlers can’t use Ottoman law to claim land

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:50:20 GMT

High Court gives civil administration month to evict settler; ruling could open door to more evictions.

Peace Now asks High Court to reject Migron deal

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:16:15 GMT

Request comes in advance of court hearing on the matter in Jerusalem.

US to UNHRC: ‘Stop anti-Israel bias’

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 02:48:37 GMT

Ambassador says US "troubled" by Council's "biased and disproportionate focus on Israel"; Palestinians ask for probe into settler behavior; Israel says request is ploy to dodge talks.

US to UNHRC: ‘Stop anti-Israel bias’

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:41:23 GMT

Envoy says US troubled by Council's "biased focus on Israel"; Netanyahu also slams UNHRC for hosting Hamas member.

Netanyahu to UNHRC: You should be ashamed

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:01:01 GMT

NGO hosts of Hamas parliamentarian in UN Geneva building, angers Israel; Hamas man denounces arrest of Palestinian MPs.

UN: Settlers taking over Palestinian-owned springs

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:40:52 GMT

Report claims intimidation, violence being used to limit Palestinian access to W. Bank springs; IDF rejects claims.

UNHRC mulls settlement fact-finding mission

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 05:57:17 GMT

UN Human Rights Council set to debate the establishment of a mission on West Bank settlements and Jewish construction in e. J'lem.

Liberman: Iran not ready to give up nuke program

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:20:24 GMT

FM meets with Chinese leaders in Beijing, insists on Israel's right to defend itself.

France, UK condemn Migron outpost agreement

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:11:06 GMT

French Foreign Ministry calls deal to relocate West Bank outpost "negative signal" that sets "unacceptable precedent."

'Israeli restrictions deepen PA's fiscal crisis'

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:38:52 GMT

Unless donor support increases, PA might not be able to continue to provide services to its people, World Bank warns.

State asks High Court to delay Migron evacuation

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:25:43 GMT

Gov’t plans to expand Kochav Ya’acov settlement by 70 dunams to accomodate homes for outpost residents.

Alfei Menashe Council head Eliezer dies

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:11:28 GMT

Hisdai Eliezer, who was one of the founders of Alfei Menashe, was a vocal opponent of the 2005 disengagement from Gaza.

PM calls on court to authorize Migron agreement

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:52:27 GMT

50 Migron families sign document agreeing to refrain from any further construction at site of their current outpost.

Migron settlers sign relocation agreement

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 22:08:39 GMT

W. Bank outpost to be moved 2 kms away from present location as part of deal which residents say "will prevent civil war."

Migron settlers to sign relocation agreement

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:59:54 GMT

W. Bank outpost to be moved 2 kms away from present location as part of deal which residents say "will prevent civil war."

PA: Register Church of Nativity under ‘Palestine'

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 01:26:46 GMT

Palestinians to ask UN World Heritage Committee to register Bethlehem church as Palestinian heritage site.

Iranian threats against Israel ‘unacceptable’

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 23:30:05 GMT

In exclusive interview with ‘Post,’ Lithuanian FM Azubali hails ‘special relationship’ between the two countries.

Settlers urge return of Star of David to W. Bank ambulances

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 02:29:41 GMT

Settler leaders urge ministers to annul 2005 agreement with the ICRC not to use the star outside the state's boundaries.

Shipment of energy bars from Gaza breaks export ban

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 01:47:42 GMT

Two trucks mark the first time since 2007 Hamas coup in Gaza that exports are allowed to the West Bank.

Israel offers humanitarian aid to Syria

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 22:05:34 GMT

Liberman says "We are human beings first, before we are politicians, leaders, commentators and journalists."

State opens criminal probe of Shiloh construction

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 01:30:24 GMT

Hagit Ofran of Peace Now says she recalled only one similar investigation, which was against Amanah.

Migron settlers deny signing deal to relocate

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:02:35 GMT

W. Bank outpost residents awaiting agreement in writing from gov't allowing them to leave homes by Nov. 2015.

'Honor Fogel family by building Judea and Samaria'

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:35:42 GMT

Knesset Speaker Rivlin dedicates house of study in Itamar on year anniversary of murder of family of 5 by Palestinian terrorists.

'Israeli security depends on keeping Jordan Valley'

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:54:08 GMT

Liberman says regional upheavals have clarified to Israel that it cannot risk losing military, civilian presence in the Jordan Valley.

IDF arrests 3 Palestinians after Gilad Farm arson

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:10:07 GMT

Suspects allegedly set home in West Bank outpost on fire prompting settlers, Palestinians to throw rocks at one another.

Gov't, settlers seek to resolve deadlocked Migron talks

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:58:05 GMT

Likud minister calls on residents of West Bank outpost to accept deal to relocate their homes 2 kilometers away.

Begin: We'll ask for delay in Migron evacuation

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:33:41 GMT

Likud minister calls on residents of West Bank outpost to accept deal to relocate their homes 2 kilometers away.

Danon urges PM to intervene and save Migron outpost

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:17:46 GMT

MKs Uri Ariel, Danon report that talks to prevent demolition broke down over conditions under which homes in the West Bank outpost would be relocated; Danon accuses "extreme left-wing elements" of pressuring gov't.

MKs: Migron talks in danger of falling apart

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:23:19 GMT

MK Uri Ariel, MK Danny Danon report that talks broke down over the conditions under which the homes would be relocated.

Right-wing hecklers break up Meretz Hebron tour

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 22:23:38 GMT

Tensions soar as Meretz, left-wing activists interact with settlers, right-wing activists in Hebron.

Palestinians, IDF clash after protester’s death

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:54:18 GMT

Talat Ramia killed in A-Ram demonstration following violent confrontations on Temple Mount.

Dani Dayan thanks Peace Now with flowers

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:45:03 GMT

"Each time they [Peace Now] go to the court, it turns out in our favor," Dayan says. "I decided to be courteous and send them flowers."

Danon touts bill to annex Judea and Samaria

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:30:38 GMT

Former Yesha leader Naftali Bennett urges Likud to make annexation of Area C an election platform.

US joins PA, UN in slamming outpost plans

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:55:47 GMT

Civil Administration set to retroactively authorize outpost, Shiloh settlement homes; US says move is unhelpful.

PA, UN slam plan to authorize outpost, homes

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:19:56 GMT

Civil Administration advances plan to retroactively authorize Shvut Rachel outpost, homes in Shiloh settlement.

Rivlin to gov't: Sign deal to move Migron 2 km.

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:18:54 GMT

Knesset speaker backs agreement to prevent the demolition of their West Bank outpost next month.

Ashton to Israel: Save Palestinian hunger striker

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:08:09 GMT

Prisoner Khader Adnan on 63rd day of hunger strike; UN's Falk warns of "third intifada" if Adnan dies.

Protest for Palestinian hunger striker turns violent

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:51:12 GMT

High Court agrees to hear appeal for Khader Adnan’s release.

W. Bank Jewish heritage site to get NIS 15m. fix

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:49:47 GMT

Tel Shiloh one of 13 sites to be renovated; right-wing MKs angry Cave of Patriarchs, Rachel's Tomb won't get funding.

Funding issues for West Bank sites anger MKs

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:22:03 GMT

Right-wing MKs upset by lack of funds for Jewish heritage sites in Hebron, Bethlehem; Meretz chair attacks move to fund Tel Shiloh.

Migron residents agree in principle to relocate

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:23:14 GMT

High Court must approve deal to move outpost.

'W. Bank housing policy is a 'Judaization strategy''

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:34:49 GMT

UN investigator in J'lem accuses Israel of imposing strategy in W.Bank, east J'lem, areas within pre-67 lines.

Pro-settlement donors may receive tax breaks

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:45:08 GMT

Bill provides 35% tax exemption for contributions to NGOs “encouraging settlement” anywhere in Israel.

Ministers to debate tax cuts for settlement donors

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 04:30:24 GMT

Bill would allow people to receive 35% tax exemption donations to non-profit organizations promoting settlement activity.

Barak approves new settler homes in Gevaot

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:23:10 GMT

First time permanent housing authorized in isolated area of Gush Etzion; Peace Now: Tantamount to creation of new settlement.

Migron residents pray for ‘help’ on Tu Bishvat

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:33:15 GMT

“God save us from evil,” pray outpost residents as the High Court of Justice orders their homes demolished.

Justice Ministry closes Nabi Salih protest file

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:01:14 GMT

Investigations office writes to activists that there is not enough evidence to press criminal charges.

W. Bank: 2 foreign activists hit by IDF tear-gas projectile

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:33:24 GMT

Israeli activist Jonathan Pollak says French woman, Dutch man injured during weekly demonstration in Nabi Salih.

Video shows activists injured by IDF in Nabi Saleh

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:54:22 GMT

Israeli activist Jonathan Pollak says that two foreign activists were hit by Israeli tear gas projectiles during weekly demonstration.

Settlers want housing grants reinstated

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:03:43 GMT

Cabinet voted to restrict granting of housing incentives to 70 West Bank settlements subject to ministerial approval.

Peace Now wants Baker removed from outpost committee

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:51:00 GMT

Group takes issue with former Foreign Ministry legal adviser's connection with a pro-settler group.

PM tells UN, US he’s committed to peace

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:02:54 GMT

In visit to J'lem, UN's Ban lauds Netanyahu for his commitment to peace, urges him to halt settlement construction.

PM to Ban: Settlement freeze cannot be a precondition

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:01:39 GMT

Meeting in Jerusalem, UN chief calls on Iran to comply with Security Council resolutions, prove nuclear program is peaceful; Netanyahu tells Ban that settlements are a product, not a cause, of the conflict.

Netanyahu names c'tee to examine outpost issue

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:54:02 GMT

Edmund Levy, Alan Baker and Tchia Shapira to examine West Bank land status.

70 W. Bank settlements on national priority list

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:46:42 GMT

Israeli official: These communities need government approval before receiving housing grants.

Peace Now posts a 'Migron file' on the internet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:28:04 GMT

NGO charges that PM's offer to authorize homes for Migron settlers in empty portion of same hilltop would mark first new settlement in decade.

Right-wing activists, politicians battle for Migron

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:13:34 GMT

Five of the six coalition factions urge Netanyahu in a letter not to demolish unauthorized settler homes.

Silvan Shalom: Migron outpost is forever

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:03:11 GMT

Residents reject compromise proposals on evacuation order.

Migron settlers, PMO seek compromise on demolition

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:33:48 GMT

Vice Premier Silvan Shalom, MK Danny Danon plan solidarity visit to outpost, ordered by court to be removed by end of March.

PM offers Migron residents alternative home 'nearby'

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:49:53 GMT

Netanyahu puts forward initiative in which new permanent homes will be built on nearby state lands following demolition of outpost.

'Palestinians must compensate Migron settlers'

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:03:53 GMT

Court accepts withdrawal of civil suit by Palestinians claiming ownership, orders them to compensate settlers and state.

EU report: No funds to Jewish east Jerusalem

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:53:33 GMT

European missions in east Jerusalem and Ramallah pen report, urge EU members to cut financial ties.

Abdullah: Israelis, Palestinians taking ‘baby steps’

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:02:01 GMT

Jordanian monarch tells 'Washington Post' that Israelis, Palestinians taking "baby steps" toward direct negotiations.

PM accuses Palestinians of leaking info from Amman talks

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:59:34 GMT

Abbas: We’re waiting for any proposal from Netanyahu.

UK Deputy PM Clegg: Settlements are vandalism

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:37:55 GMT

Foreign ministry responds to criticism, saying "it is precisely statements like these that vandalize the fragile chances of renewing peace talks."

Israel accuses Palestinians of leaking info from Amman

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:34:28 GMT

Netanyahu says chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat "keeps talking and talking" to media; PM says parties agreed to be discreet; Abbas in London complains Israel hasn't put any proposals forward.

US looking for assurances J'lem won't strike Iran

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 04:02:20 GMT

Plans for joint missile defense drill move forward; allies disagree about ‘red line’ for attack; Dempsey to visit Israel.

'State wants to authorize 11 W. Bank outposts'

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 01:59:36 GMT

Peace Now's 2011 data shows 100 illegal housing starts and 71 new caravans in fledgling communities.

Peace Now: 1,577 settlement tenders issued in 2011

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 01:26:49 GMT

Sudden burst of construction tenders followed two-year period of de facto freeze on authorization of new settlement construction.

Nat’l Union head to ask Knesset to help stop outpost razing

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 03:38:38 GMT

MK Ya’acov Katz accuses Netanyahu of delaying debate on outpost bill to allow for the demolition of the Migron outpost.

State asks court for delay in razing W. Bank homes

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:56:35 GMT

Ramat Gilad structures erected illegaly on private Palestinian land to go, those found to be on state land will stay.

PA to take issue of settlement building to UNSC

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 21:53:47 GMT

PLO secretary-general says decision to file complaint comes in wake of an increased Israeli settlement "campaign."

Agreement reached to save Ramat Gilad outpost

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 22:37:10 GMT

Government agrees to authorize retroactively Ramat Gilad outpost homes located on state land in West Bank.

Erekat warns of PA collapse if no peace progress

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:09:50 GMT

“It is impossible to sustain the Palestinian authority under the status quo. It cannot be maintained,” chief PA negotiator says.

Tenders issued for 1,028 units beyond Green Line

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 20:52:28 GMT

Abbas: Move "contradicts efforts to revive peace process"; 500 Har Homa units represent 1 of last steps in building project.

Netanyahu: We won’t let extremists spark a war

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:06:01 GMT

Netanyahu tells Likud meeting "the law is the law, justice is justice," says he won't let radicals "start a religious war, set fire to mosques, attack Jews or non-Jews."

Right-wing extremists attack IDF base in West Bank

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:54:19 GMT

Jewish rioters protest planned demolition of Ramat Gilad.

IDF clears activists from border; 17 arrested

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 01:51:21 GMT

"Hilltop youth" break into closed military zone along border to protest Jordanian condemnation of Mugrabi Bridge closure.

Settlers fear razing of Ramat Gilad outpost

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:49:09 GMT

Defense Ministry says no deal to save the outpost is in the works.

'40 new Efrat homes prejudice the peace process'

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:49:12 GMT

Ban says move comes at "critical juncture" of Quartet peace efforts and urges parties to refrain from "provocative action."

Settlers try to establish outpost on Jordan border

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:59:17 GMT

"Hilltop youth" break into closed military zone along border to protest Jordanian condemnation of Mugrabi Bridge closure.

Ministers postpone outpost bill by 2 months

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 02:14:07 GMT

Edelstein tells 'Post' that Justice Ministry staff expressed concern bill was problematic with respect to both Israeli, international law.

Beit El residents battle to save their homes

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:59:09 GMT

30 ‘Ulpana’ apartments due to be demolished in April

Ministers to debate outpost bill

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:42:45 GMT

The move is part of a pitched political battle to prevent the state from destroying settlement homes.

Couple leads effort to stop Ramat Gilad outpost demolition

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:28:21 GMT

Yael and Moshe Zar protest outside the Prime Minister’s Residence with a sign reading, ‘Bibi, don’t steal my land.’

Police investigating new West Bank mosque arson

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:05:00 GMT

Perpetrators in Brukin burned tires near mosque door, sprayed Hebrew inscriptions; smashed windshields of 2 parked cars.

Facebook unmasking cops living in illegal structures

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:15:26 GMT

If you are a police officer living in an illegal structure, you might find your name and a photograph of your home on Facebook.

Outpost committee to be formed this week, says PM

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:09:28 GMT

Netanyahu promised to form an outpost committee when he spoke with the Likud faction in the Knesset.

Settlement museums bill passes 1st reading

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:07:34 GMT

Legislation would place museums in settlements under Israeli law, explicitly designed to begin slow annexation of the West Bank.

7 female suspects arrested for nationalistic crimes

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 11:51:57 GMT

Settlement residents, 5 of whom are minors, suspected of vandalizing IDF property, cutting down Palestinian olive trees.

EU adds Iran sanctions, US eyes its central bank

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:03:27 GMT

European governments add 180 entities, people to sanctions list; US talks of freezing assets of Iran's central bank.

Building in settlements stay at ‘freeze’ level

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:07:41 GMT

Housing starts dropped 65% in third quarter.

Court upholds outpost demolition delay

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:08:49 GMT

According to the new schedule, the Givat Assaf outpost would now come down in July.

Palestinian kids create human sculpture for peace

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 08:20:00 GMT

With the help of 1,000 children from UNRWA schools, aerial artist John Quigley recreates Picasso's Peace Dove.

Settlement museum bill might signal annexation plan

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:27:45 GMT

Knesset will hear proposed law that would place West Bank settlement museums under Israeli law, intended as first step in annexation.

National Union bill mandates settlement building

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 23:43:31 GMT

Gov't unlikely to support bill, but such legislation puts PM in tough position with right-wing voters next election, source says.

Off the diplomatic path

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 03:37:50 GMT

From Hebron to Ariel, US Republican lawmakers take rare drive across Green Line to see for themselves what life in W. Bank settlements is all about.

Tenders published for 2,190 east J'lem, W. Bank homes

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 04:17:12 GMT

Hagit Ofran of Peace Now accuses the government of “ensuring the absence of peace both now and in the future.”

Steinitz: Now is the time to build in E-1

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:17:36 GMT

Finance minister tours controversial site in Ma’aleh Adumim, calls for more building in settlement blocs.

Six activists arrested after 'freedom ride'

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:47:20 GMT

Palestinians attempt to ride bus from Ramallah to J'lem without permits, to highlight "discriminatory" transport system.

Israel to help Kenya fight al-Qaida

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:48:31 GMT

Netanyhu meets Kenyan counterpart Odinga in Jerusalem; two countries sign memorandum of understanding over homeland security.

Gov't votes not to renew transfer of PA taxes

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:46:55 GMT

The halt on tax transfers was put in place as a response to the Palestinian bid for membership in UNESCO two weeks ago.

Israel upset by PA’s refusal to renew talks

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:45:48 GMT

Quartet meetings with PA, Israeli representatives lead to expressions of disappointment from both sides.

Quartet reps meet PM envoy Molho in J'lem

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:55:27 GMT

International peacemakers come to Israel after meeting Abbas in Ramallah, who refused to hold talks without settlement freeze.

Quartet talks unlikely to jump-start negotiations

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 01:37:11 GMT

Abbas tells US envoy David Hale that Palestinians will not hold direct talks without a settlement freeze.

PM: Iran closer to an atomic bomb than thought

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 01:19:43 GMT

Netanyahu calls on int'l community to stop Iran from achieving nuclear weapons, which "endangers the peace of the entire world."

FM threatens suit against AP over access report

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:22:49 GMT

AP, 'IsraelDefense' website alleged Lieberman not given access to secret military material when he served under Olmert.

Quartet to renew efforts to jumpstart talks

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 07:06:49 GMT

Conciliatory formulas include Palestinian recognition of Israel as the homeland for the Jewish people, in exchange for a settlement freeze.

'Sarkozy to visit Israel to mend ties with Netanyahu'

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:20:47 GMT

Jewish French diplomat says French president to visit “soon” to try to clear up "misunderstanding" following alleged comments made to Obama.

UNSC committee to submit full report on PA statehood bid

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:29:33 GMT

Draft report on Palestinian Authority's request for full membership to UN Security Council expected to be approved by UN subcommittee.

PA warns violence could follow stymied UN bid

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 05:16:03 GMT

Security Council subcommittee expected to report Palestinian Authority does not have 9 votes needed to gain full membership.

White House: Obama and Netanyahu are close

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 03:49:33 GMT

Washington is working to put a positive spin on a negative comment US president made about the PM to French President Sarkozy.

UN chief urges diplomatic solution on Iran

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 22:57:05 GMT

White House: IAEA report is "very alarming"; EU mulls imposing Iran sanctions as experts discuss options for increasing pressure.

State delays Givat Asaf, Amona outpost demolitions

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:05:03 GMT

Netanyahu, Barak ask High Court for one-year delay to demolish two West Bank settlement outposts it said it would evacuate by end of the year.

PA unlikely to ask for full UN membership

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:22:10 GMT

"Our plan is now to take the battle to the General Assembly to seek observer status," official tells 'The Jerusalem Post.'

US on IAEA report: 'We won't rule anything out, or in'

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:53:30 GMT

Russia would veto new measures in UNSC; Sarkozy tells WJC delegation Israel has no better security partner than France when it comes to Iran.

Sarkozy: Palestinians must recognize Jewish state

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 22:53:12 GMT

‘I have defended Netanyahu throughout my political life,’ French president tells Jewish leaders.

'UK to abstain at UNSC vote on Palestinian state'

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:06:47 GMT

"In common with France, our European partners, UK will abstain on any vote on full Palestinian membership of the UN," Hague says.

Sarkozy gaffe rekindles talk of US-J'lem tensions

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 02:06:03 GMT

Leak of French leader, Obama making disparaging comments about Netanyahu could fray ties; Danon: Obama’s true face has been revealed.

UN panel draft: No consensus on Palestinian UN bid

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 20:33:03 GMT

"C'tee was unable to make unanimous recommendation to the Security Council;" report indicates Abbas's move is set to fail.

Israel hoping IAEA report will spur West into action

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:18:25 GMT

Information expected to be published in report on Iranian nuclear program believed to have come from US, UK intelligence agencies; US Treasury official coming to region to discuss sanctions against Tehran.

Netanyahu: ‘PA reneged on central Oslo tenet’

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:20:48 GMT

Prime minister says Israel paid territorial price within framework of Oslo Accords in exchange for Palestinian commitment to direct negotiations.

PM: Lets fight for the settlement blocs, not the outposts

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:27:29 GMT

Netanyahu tells Likud faction meeting that "it is possible to be faithful to both the land of Israel and to the law."

Settlement activists plan J'lem march against demolitions

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 03:59:06 GMT

Activists to march on capital from Supreme Court to Knesset calling on gov't to intercede on behalf of Migron, Givat Assad, Amona outposts.

'Prosor was unwittingly in photo with French far-rightist'

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 19:16:46 GMT

Foreign Ministry spokesman says "it was an error of judgment" for UN ambassador to be photographed with leader of far-right French party.

Barak on Iran: Diplomacy is preferred

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 14:36:36 GMT

Defense minister warns nuclear-armed Iran could more effectively sponsor terror, intimidate neighbors, but deflects rumors of military strike.

Palestinian city of Rawabi to serve 'nation in the making'

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 23:10:43 GMT

'The Jerusalem Post' speaks to businessman Bashar Masri about building the first modern Palestinian planned community, and what it means for the Palestinian bid for statehood.

France: We won’t support Palestinian UN membership bid

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 22:47:45 GMT

Failure to secure required nine Security Council votes would be ‘slap in the face’ to PA, says Israeli official.

West Bank: Build it and they will come

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:02:30 GMT

Palestinian businessman Bashar al-Masri is determined to press ahead with construction of the city of Rawabi.

Israel halts $2 million payments to UNESCO

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 15:23:45 GMT

PM Netanyahu says UNESCO acceptance of Palestine as member state "distances peace"; Kadima says gov't doing "everything wrong."

Foreign Ministry plans to return embassy to Cairo

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:47:48 GMT

Dir.-gen. returns from trip to Cairo in which he sought new quarters for embassy; 2 embassy staff members reassigned to other locations.

UNESCO appeals to US to unfreeze 60m. in funds

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:45:20 GMT

Cuts “will weaken UNESCO’s effectiveness and undermine its ability to build free and open societies,” agency's director-general says.

US, UN, EU condemn ‘accelerated’ W. Bank Jewish building

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:20:19 GMT

Washington 'deeply disappointed' by Israeli response to Palestinian's acceptance to UNESCO; Ashton: We call on Israel to reverse decision.

Senior ministers slam media debate on Tehran

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:13:44 GMT

Lieberman says 99% of reports on Iran are false; Begin: Press attention on discussion of possible Iran strike worse than acts of Anat Kamm.

Education Ministry closes part of West Bank yeshiva

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:39:39 GMT

Religious school connected to Od Yosef Hai Yeshiva closed because students believed to be involved in violent attacks against Palestinians.

Israel to speed up W. Bank building, after UNESCO vote

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:28:15 GMT

Move comes after Palestinians gain entry to UNESCO, planning similar moves with other UN agencies; State to halt tax transfers to PA; ‘Peace process could be destroyed,’ warns Ramallah official.

Canada reconsidering role in UNESCO following PA admittance

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:56:21 GMT

Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird "unhappy" with UNESCO acceptance of Palestine as member; Washington cuts off $60 million for UN cultural agency, State Department says; FM: Israel should cut ties with PA.

US freezes UNESCO funds for recognizing Palestine

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:59:47 GMT

Washington won't make planned $60 million transfer for UN cultural agency, State Department says; 107 nations voted in favor, 14 against, and 52 abstained; FM: Israel should cut ties with PA.

School cancelled in southern cities due to rocket attacks

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:27:59 GMT

Classes cancelled in Ashdod, Beersheba, Gan Yavne; 4 projectiles fired in total in latest attack; Iron Dome system intercepts Grad over Beersheba; none hurt, no damage reported; US ambassador condemns continued barrage.

IDF razes four West Bank outpost homes near Bat Ayin

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:37:32 GMT

Move come as settlers warn of large-scale demolitions in the near future; Gush Etzion official: Army should be protecting, not attacking Israelis.

PA gains Arab backing for UNESCO membership request

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 02:10:27 GMT

Palestinians claim they have enough votes to gain acceptance into UN organization; Foreign Ministry: It would be a "tragedy" if bid passes.

FM: Bosnia won’t support a Palestinian state at UN

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:59:34 GMT

Lieberman thanks Serb member of Bosnian presidency for opposing Palestinian request for UN membership in the Security Council.

Abbas: Arabs erred in rejecting 1947 partition plan

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 05:52:49 GMT

"It was an Arab mistake as a whole. But do they punish us for this mistake for 64 years?” says the Palestinian Authority president.

Man injured in Ashkelon rocket attack dies from wounds

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 23:21:27 GMT

Doctors at Barzilai unable to save man injured in residential area; 4 further people wounded as South pounded by 35 projectiles from Gaza in total; extensive damage reported in Ashdod as rocket hit school.

Understanding Arik

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:34:08 GMT

Those seeking more insight into some of the more intriguing elements of Ariel Sharon's personal and public life are unlikely to find it in this biography by his son Gilad.

Ilan Grapel: I want to thank the Israeli people

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:03:00 GMT

Israeli-US citizen says he was treated respectfully by Egyptians during 4.5 month detention in Egypt "according to the tenets of their religion."

Group: Grapel deal includes 50% security prisoners

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:07:01 GMT

Almagor, which represents terror victims, says half those to be released in Grapel deal are security prisoners; Security Cabinet to approve swap.

Peres: 'Palestinian leadership is serious, wants peace'

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:02:47 GMT

"We must continue dialogue with Abbas, who represents moderate forces" president says at meeting with One Voice movement.

Grapel to be released Oct. 27, pending cabinet approval

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:13:50 GMT

Dual Israeli-US citizen to be released from Egyptian jail for 25 Egyptian prisoners held in Israeli jails; Security Cabinet set to approve deal.

Lieberman: Abbas quitting would be a blessing

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 02:03:13 GMT

PA calls foreign minister ‘barbaric’ and ‘thug’ in an exchange of barbs.

PM calls Erdogan to offer condolences, aid for quake

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:31:24 GMT

Lieberman: "natural disasters are a time for governments to band together"; Turkish PM thanks Netanyahu for offer of support.

Egypt to release Ilan Grapel in exchange for 25 prisoners

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:32:28 GMT

Jailed Egyptians included in deal to free American-Israeli charged with spying will not be security prisoners, will include 3 minors.

PA condemns FM's comments about Abbas as 'barbaric'

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:09:42 GMT

Abbas advisor calls Lieberman a "thug"; FM says Abbas, not settlements is the obstacle to peace, it would be a blessing if he quit his position.

Israeli-Arab suspected of smuggling weapons into Egypt

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:51:53 GMT

Egyptian security forces say suspect was in possession of with weapons, ammunition; Israel considering relocating embassy elsewhere in Cairo out of security concerns.

IDF prepares rescue mission to Turkey after earthquake

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 22:31:23 GMT

Netanyahu: “This is what neighbors do”; Ankra rejects all internationals calls for aid following powerful earthquake.

‘My son needs time to recover,’ says Noam Schalit

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:50:45 GMT

Gilad Schalit needs his time to transition back to normal life, his father says; President Peres is expected to visit this week.

Sarkozy to Schalit: I salute your courage

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:11:04 GMT

French president expresses his respect for Noam, Aviva Schalit; tells Gilad that France is happy to see him free.

‘Today we have experienced the rebirth of our son’

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:47:58 GMT

"When I saw Gilad, I didn't say much. I just hugged him," Noam Schalit says of his son's return to Israel; Mitzpe Hila celebrates soldier's arrival.

Noam Schalit: We've experienced the rebirth of our son

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:59:35 GMT

Gilad Schalit's father says his son has begun a long healing process; says Gilad suffered from a lack of sunlight, interaction with others.

Supporters make pilgrimage to Mitzpe Hila

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:42:17 GMT

While waiting in Mitzpe Hila for Gilad Schalit to return home, Druse man who was imprisoned for 8 years in Egypt says family should "go slow."

'It's like walking on the moon'

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:56:28 GMT

Members of Gilad Schalit's community, Mitzpe Hila, rejoice as he returns to Israel, expectantly await his arrival home.

Mitzpe Hila reacts joyously to first Schalit photos

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 11:09:56 GMT

Activists and reporters crowd around television to glimpse soldier in Egypt after he emerged from five years in captivity.

Family begs for daughter’s killer to be kept in prison

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 02:36:46 GMT

Arnold and Frimet Roth circulate a petition against Sbarro attack driver Ahlam Tamimi’s inclusion in prisoner swap.

Gantz meets with Schalits as they await their son’s return

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 01:47:37 GMT

Eldad Regev’s father says he can understand what the Schalit family is feeling; Aviva Schalit: "This is joy mingled with many fears."

US criticizes Israel over settlement committee

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:03:31 GMT

Netanyahu agrees to committee to examine the legal status of settler homes on private Palestinian land; US: Move hinders our peace efforts.

Schalits arrive home in Mitzpe Hila after meeting Peres

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:18:30 GMT

Activists welcome family of Gilad Schalit following prisoner swap deal; Noam Schalit: It's been a long road, it's time for Gilad to come home."

Schalits meet Peres before folding tent and going home

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:16:49 GMT

Noam and Aviva thank president, German, French and Egyptian governments; Gilad's parents on way to Mitzpe Hila home.

Aviva Schalit: 'Our joy is indescribable'

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:38:53 GMT

"It took 1,935 difficult days and long nights to bring Gilad home," captured soldier's father, Noam, says after cabinet approves exchange deal.

Netanyahu OKs panel to examine legalizing settler homes

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:04:43 GMT

B’Tselem says government would be an "accomplice in land theft" if it authorizes houses on privately owned Palestinian land.

38 MKs to PM: Don't raze settlements on Palestinian land

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 10:14:17 GMT

Legislators, including over half of Netanyahu's party, send letter to the premier demanding he save homes built on private Palestinian land.

'State’s failure to act encourages illegal construction'

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 02:56:31 GMT

Yesh Din report charges that state's failure to raze unauthorized settler homes initial steps encourages building illegally.

Settlers, Palestinian farmers collide in Itamar

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 05:47:44 GMT

Two sides clash as IDF tries to escort farmers to olive trees located within the community’s boundaries without notifying settlers first.

Likud MKs seek to block further outpost destruction

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:32:30 GMT

Right wing ministers, parliamentarians look to legislate against West Bank demolition; human rights organizations call proposed bill racist.

IDF announces closure of Judea, Samaria for Yom Kippur

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:31:14 GMT

Clashes erupt day before Yom Kippur between security forces, settlers; Arab and Jewish-owned olive trees destroyed in West Bank violence.

Swastikas left at Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:40:28 GMT

Soldiers discovered the swastikas when they went to tomb to prepare for the arrival of worshipers to the tomb in advance of Yom Kippur.

Settler, Palestinian vandalism shakes Samaria for 24 hours

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 03:46:28 GMT

Both sides destroy olive trees, settlers clash with soldiers; settlers fret at beefed up IDF presence near fledgling West Bank outpost.

Two arrested for throwing stone that killed Palmers

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:50:40 GMT

Palestinians from village near Hebron confessed to throwing the fatal stone that killed father, son, Shin Bet says.

‘Death has silenced Porat’s voice, but not love of nation'

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 03:22:30 GMT

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin among those eulogizing Hanan Porat as popular settler leader and former MK is laid to rest in Gush Etzion.

Obama opposes withholding funds to the PA

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 01:23:17 GMT

US seeks to reverse congressional decision; Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta: This is a critical time, not a time to withhold those funds.

'Gilo construction could derail Quartet's peace initiative'

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 01:20:09 GMT

EU, US diplomats warn against government approval for housing in east Jerusalem neighborhood.

Khamenei rejects two states, calls Israel 'cancerous'

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 14:36:00 GMT

At ‘Intifada Conference,’ Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal proclaims ‘resistance is the only remaining option’ for Palestinians.

Analysis: ‘Palestinian Fall’ replaces Arab Spring at UN

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:12:14 GMT

This fall is the start of a new season, in which question of Palestinian statehood will hold key place on international agenda.

Settler population rose 4.9% in 2010

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 16:46:21 GMT

According to the CBS, Israeli population living in Judea and Samaria grew by 4.9 % compared with 1.9 % growth for country as a whole.

Oren: PA's unilateralism may cost them post-Oslo gains

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:33:00 GMT

Envoy to US says continuation of statehood bid will be tragic for the Palestinians and a setback for the peace process.

Edelstein: Abbas looking for excuses not to talk

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:15:49 GMT

Minister for public diplomacy and Diaspora affairs tells 'Post' PA president "not ready to recognize our right to exist."

PM: We may not have enough voices to stop UNSC vote

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:48:38 GMT

Netanyahu tells BBC Arabic that he has "noticed" the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative, calls it an improvement over "3 No's" of Khartoum.

Netanyahu tells BBC Arabic he is ‘thirsty’ for peace

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 07:38:10 GMT

PM leaves NY with hope that Security Council will reject PA bid; says Quartet’s 2012 timetable doable, Arab peace initiative is huge "improvement compared with the 'No's' of Khartoum."

Steinitz warns of economic measures against PA

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:31:24 GMT

Finance minister says gov't would consider delaying the monthly transfer of tax funds, PA has "betrayed" the peace process with UN move.

Israel welcomes, PA rejects Quartet’s proposal

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:25:32 GMT

Netanyahu to discuss call for agreement by end of 2012 with cabinet ministers; PA’s FM: Quartet draft is ‘incomplete.’

Clinton: Peace only possible through negotiations

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 10:20:13 GMT

Quartet calls Israelis and Palestinians to meet within month to create formula by which peace talks can proceed; Israel reacts favorably.

Netanyahu urges Abbas to hold immediate peace talks

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:25:47 GMT

"Palestinians want a state without peace," PM tells UN General Assembly after Palestinians submit UN request to become a full member-state.

PM readies for verbal duel with Abbas at UNGA

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:58:50 GMT

Netanyahu meets with Clinton, other heads of state, as Israeli diplomats work to sway international opinion ahead of Security Council hearing.

PM lobbies world leaders on Security Council vote

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 01:27:56 GMT

Netanyahu to Obama: You’ve made it clear that the Palestinians deserve a state, but it’s a state that has to make peace with Israel.

Palestinians to ‘respond’ to settler violence

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 03:05:30 GMT

Following increase in attacks, NGO says Palestinians can't rely on IDF, have no choice but to protect themselves.

Settlers to hold two marches against Palestinian state

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:06:33 GMT

“We want to create an Independence Day atmosphere, pass a clear message to the world that ‘Israel is here,'" regional council head says.

'Carter says Palestinians can live without American aid'

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 10:54:21 GMT

Non-recognition of Palestinian state would be worse than losing US aid, former US president says in interview with 'Al-Masry Al-Youm.'

Diplomatic efforts to prevent PA turn to UN continue

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:13:56 GMT

Quartet envoys to meet today in New York; Netanyahu heads to US, may meet Obama before UN session.

UN’s Serry: Only diplomacy can secure Palestinian state

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 02:29:29 GMT

Without permanent-status agreement, Palestinian statehood building efforts will be put at risk, UN report says.

Barak helped revoke order barring Migron demolitions

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:13:01 GMT

At heated Knesset debate, right-wing MKs attack state attorney representative over procedures during overnight eviction of illegal homes.

Fiscal crisis jeopardizes Palestinian statehood potential

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:36:19 GMT

World Bank: Low economic growth, low donor assistance resulted in financial crisis; fraction of desired $1.4 billion donor support raised.

‘Price-tag’ vandals target second mosque this week

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 01:54:38 GMT

Two vehicles reportedly set on fire, vandals spray-paint mosque in W. Bank; attack follows vandalism at IDF base.

Settler security chief: September infiltrators will be shot

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 01:34:37 GMT

IDF urged to clarify "open-fire" regulations during expected protests ahead of PA UN state bid.

After Migron demolitions, settlers take revenge at IDF base

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:24:57 GMT

Senior gov't leaders and the heads of the settlement movement condemn the infiltration of army base during which 13 vehicles were damaged.

'They smashed our hearts and souls’

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:52:25 GMT

Border police demolish Tammy Guttman's home in Migron: "We offered to move it but they just wanted to destroy."

Fayyad: Apparent mosque 'price tag' attack is terrorism

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:00:34 GMT

Settlers allegedly set fire to, vandalize mosque near Nablus in response to earlier demolition of 3 homes in Migron outpost.

Photo Gallery: 3 homes demolished in Migron outpost

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:10:29 GMT

High Court of Justice had ordered that the structures in the West bank outpost be taken down in September.

IDF, Border Police demolish three dwellings at Migron

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 04:59:23 GMT

Court overturns previous emergency injunction which halted demolition; 4 activists injured, 6 arrested; hundreds of Border Police on scene.

Court injunction halts Migron housing demolitions

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:28:58 GMT

"I understand that the order [to stop the demolitions] was given since there are legal reasons that have real weight," says Dani Dayan.

Border police demolishing three Migron homes

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 02:34:21 GMT

Estimates are that busloads of border police on the way; a few dozen activists arrive at outpost after receiving late night warning.

Settler leader, Braverman debate annexing West Bank

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 01:46:17 GMT

Labor MK argues that annexing Judea and Samaria would destroy the basis of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state.

Abbas: Statehood bid isn’t aimed at delegitimizing Israel

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 22:29:48 GMT

Sha’ath expects 140 countries to support GA vote on Palestinian state; Abbas says PA ready to hear any proposal to restart peace talks.

CBS: Settler housing starts low, finishes high

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:07:54 GMT

Few West Bank construction projects began, but many completed in early 2011, opposing speculation about a construction boom.

Eldad: Migron is the fight for the land of Israel

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 03:41:20 GMT

City mandated for demolition by the High Court of Justice for March; state pledged to take three homes away as early as September.

Activists plan for thousand-strong Migron rally

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:20:30 GMT

Right-wing activists hope to show wide support among Israeli public for outpost of 50 families that faces demolition.

100 new homes approved in Beit Aryeh settlement

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:09:48 GMT

Housing approvals are third largest handed out to any single settlement since the end of the 10- month moratorium on new construction.

Sarkozy to Gilad Schalit: ‘France has not forgotten you’

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 01:10:39 GMT

Hundreds mark soldier’s 6th birthday spent in captivity in march from Erez crossing in northern Gaza.

PA set on UN bid unless Israel meets their terms

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 02:28:37 GMT

Ashton in region, hopes to bring PA back to negotiating table; Lieberman: Abbas trying to destroy Jewish state.

MDA: Red Star of David logo to remain on W. Bank ambulances

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 02:33:19 GMT

Magen David Adom defends itself against accusations by settlers that it had politicized medical service by removing its classic logo.

Beersheba rocket victim Yossi Shusan buried in Ofakim

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:51:56 GMT

Thousands mourn victim of Grad attack who leaves behind wife in ninth month of pregnancy.

Heart attack saves man from rocket attack

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:44:43 GMT

Meir Dimri was with his wife in the hospital when rocket struck his home, shattered windows and killed his dog, Ze'ev.

'How can you be strong when the one you love is gone'

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:02:35 GMT

Pascal Avrahami, 49, is laid to rest at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, had twice stopped terror attacks in the past.

Diplomacy: Can September place Israel on the ICC dock?

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:06:47 GMT

Palestinians are likely to lose their battle for full UN membership, but can still advance their cause by becoming an observer state.

‘I just want to kiss him one more time,’ grandfather says

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:38:09 GMT

Golani soldier St.-Sgt. Moshe Naftali is laid to rest at Mount Herzl; US ambassador attends funeral.

J'lem: Soldier killed during Eilat attacks laid to rest

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:14:58 GMT

Thousands gather at Mount Herzl for funeral of St.-Sgt. Moshe Naftali; "I just want to kiss him," his grandfather tells friends.

Clinton: US and Israel united in fight against terror

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 01:58:36 GMT

Embassy in TA sends condolences to victims; German FM condemns attacks; UN's Ban concerned of escalation, calls for restraint.

A Golani warrior’s brief life

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 01:25:13 GMT

"Moshe, my beloved son, did everything with dedication and perseverance, and we are proud of him," says mother of soldier killed in attack.

Netanyahu promises Israeli response to Eilat attacks

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 17:15:58 GMT

PM tells Eilat mayor that terrorist acts harmed the country's sovereignty; Defense Minister Barak says terror attacks originated in Gaza.

'Schalit talks stopped in Cairo, postponed indefinitely'

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:54:06 GMT

'Al Hayat': Egypt requests third round of indirect talks between Hamas and Israel, scheduled for next week, to be commenced at later date.

Erdogan: No closer Israel ties without 'Marmara' apology

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:30:34 GMT

PM’s office denies reports Clinton pressured Netanyahu to apologize; Foreign Ministry has no plans to replace retiring Turkish ambassador.

Schalit deal: Mashaal meets with Egyptian intel chief

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:32:52 GMT

Hamas leader is in Cairo while reports circulate that Palestinian, Israeli delegations are conducting indirect talks to complete prisoner-swap deal.

Quartet ‘concerned’ by building in Ariel, east J’lem

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:29:29 GMT

Statement urges Israelis and Palestinians to resume negotiations, says unilateral action by either party will not be recognized by the int'l community.

Abbas: We’ll seek recognition despite US, Israel opposition

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 02:52:33 GMT

Lieberman expected to go to NY for General Assembly where PA president will apply for UN membership; Netanyahu has not affirmed attendance.

Mashaal in Cairo amid rumors that Schalit talks renewed

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 02:29:13 GMT

There is "kernel of truth" to media reports that contacts over swap have resumed, says Barak.

Quartet 'greatly concerned' by Ariel housing plans

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:23:01 GMT

US, Russia, EU, and UN issue joint statement expressing alarm over Jerusalem's announcement of new construction in the settlement of Ariel.

PM: I'm willing to go to Ramallah to talk with Abbas

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:59:09 GMT

Netanyahu answers questions from visiting US lawmakers, stresses importance of a US veto against Palestinian statehood bid at UN.

US calls new W. Bank settlement plans 'deeply troubling'

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:03:30 GMT

Defense Ministry announces approval for building 277 homes in Ariel; PA: New construction is Israeli attempt to destroy peace process.

Schalit activists block Palestinian prisoners' relatives

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:48:04 GMT

Protesters stand in front of bus, with signs that read "Who is visiting Gilad?"; 'Al Hayat': Israeli, Hamas envoys in Cairo for Schalit talks.

Ashrawi hopes US won’t veto state at Security Council

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:48:41 GMT

Deputy Foreign Minister Ayalon: Israel seeks support of 50 to 70 countries at General Assembly against Palestinian bid.

Israel attacks PA bid for ‘full member’ status at UN

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:37:53 GMT

PA confirms Abbas planning application in effort to achieve statehood recognition; PMO says only negotiations can advance peace process.

Settlers detained after entering Palestinian Hebron

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 02:37:48 GMT

Baruch Marzel, who was among those stopped by security forces, tell 'Post' the settlers had applied for a permit to worship at the tomb, but the IDF denied their application.

Ovadia Yosef blesses the Schalits

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:19:39 GMT

Shimshon Liebman, head of the campaign to free Schalit, said Yosef had "many warm blessings for the family and for the release of Gilad.”

Settlers: Migron’s last stand?

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:32:04 GMT

The landmark ruling by the High Court of Justice demanding that the state remove Migron could have far-reaching implications.

Court: Evacuate 'illegal' Migron outpost by end of March

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:26:55 GMT

"No justification for preserving illegal situation, continued violation of Palestinian property rights," in W. Bank outpost, Justices rule.

Only 27 MKs have signed Schalit petition

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 02:30:41 GMT

Petition calls for prisoner swap; Schalit’s parents have lobbied the 120 MKs in the Knesset in the last weeks.

Gov’t okays NIS 300 million for Gaza evacuees

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 01:49:36 GMT

"Evacuees may now focus on rehabilitating their lives,” Netanyahu says; money will help build homes, compensate farmers and business owners.

Rivlin urges government to authorize Migron outpost

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:29:06 GMT

Danon defends police officer threatened with losing his job for living in community; Rivlin says authorizing Migron is only solution.

IDF arrests 2 Palestinians ‘connected with Freedom Theater'

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 03:24:01 GMT

Jenin Theater Foundation says soldiers threw stones, broke windows of theater founded by the late Juliano Mer-Khamis.

Right-wing MKs: Include settlement building in housing plan

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:35:29 GMT

In the Tekoa settlement, a number of residents pitch tents to protest the high cost of housing in their community.

High Court may determine Migron’s fate within days

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 02:55:48 GMT

State requests March deadline in order to consider whether there will be a voluntary evacuation of West Bank outpost.

Migron outpost gets last minute reprieve

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:59:53 GMT

State asks for a 30-day delay in the demolition of three homes Sasson Report determined were built on private Palestinian land.

IDF to buy urban warfare ladder developed by ex-soldier

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 02:41:00 GMT

New ladder, which is lightweight and when closed extends 1.5 meters, was developed by a former member of the IDF’s General Staff Reconnaissance Unit.

Settlers rally at Migron ahead of demolition of 3 homes

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 01:03:32 GMT

During visit to outpost, Danon calls on PM to "agree to a compromise" over prevention of demolitions; thousands visit to show support.

Law would put settlement museums under Israeli law

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 01:07:48 GMT

Gov't backs bill described by author MK Uri Ariel as "a step toward annexing Judea and Samaria"; passes preliminary reading with 51 votes.

Housing Ministry published tenders for 336 settlement homes

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 16:44:26 GMT

294 homes to be built in Beitar Illit, 42 in Karnei Shomron; gov't believes both settlements will be included in final status agreement.

New green laws cuts red tape for settlement projects

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 04:42:15 GMT

Although the regulations raise the quota of renewable energy for the whole country, their affect will be felt most keenly in Judea, Samaria.

Fatah urges EU states to ban entry of ‘violent’ settlers

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 02:33:40 GMT

Group's spokesman says banning settlers would be an appropriate response to decision to deport pro-Palestinian European activists.

Schalit’s parents appeal to Quartet for release

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:02:41 GMT

Noam, Aviva say Quartet should demand end to "war crime" of Gilad's captivity, Yishai: Not enough has been done by this gov’t or previous one.

Israel deports 23 'Flightilla' activists to Europe

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:17:05 GMT

58 activists remain in Israeli prisons; those who succeeded in entering Israel planning protests in Hebron, Jerusalem.

Thirty-eight 'Flightilla' activists deported to Europe

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 01:46:19 GMT

Remainder of pro-Palestinian activists being detained are expected to be put on flights in the near future.

Pro-Palestinian activists plan week of protests in W. Bank

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:30:40 GMT

Foreign activists to take a stand in support of Palestinian statehood in second phase of the "Welcome to Palestine" campaign.

‘Flightilla’ activists deported, detained or allowed entry

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 20:14:23 GMT

Israel looking to deport 124 pro-Palestinian activists arrested after landing at Ben-Gurion Airport as part of mass fly-in.

B-G Airport: 2 pro-Palestinian activists denied entry

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:55:06 GMT

Police forces reduced at night as many activists prevented from departing European airports due to "black list" sent by Interior Ministry.

A Palestinian architect designs the foundation for a state

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 01:06:01 GMT

RIWAQ (Arabic for gallery) is a nonprofit organization that renovates, restores old buildings, heritage sites in the Palestinian territories.

Interior Ministry: Airlines must keep activists off planes

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:33:44 GMT

Every country has the "basic right" to bar "provocateurs," Netanyahu declares; terror victims say they’ll stage counter-demonstration.

Police preparing for ‘aerial flotilla’ for ‘Palestine'

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:35:22 GMT

Some 700 activists taking part in event backed by 40 Palestinian NGOs; police hope to prevent "provocative incident that could cause disruption."

Settler leaders protest dearth of buses to Joseph’s Tomb

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 07:10:02 GMT

Settlers, right-wing politicians are in midst of campaign to return tomb, located at site of biblical city of Shechem, to Israeli control.

PM signs covenant to preserve National Heritage sites

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 02:50:06 GMT

There are over 150 initiatives in the plan to renovate national heritage sites; as of now, 9 have been approved for preservation.

700 pro-Palestinian activists plan to land in Ben-Gurion

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:03:44 GMT

Passengers will declare their destination as Palestine; Foreign Ministry plans to prevent group’s entry into Israel.

Tenders may be issued for new homes in settlements

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 21:43:28 GMT

Meretz MK slams Netanyahu for pandering to "coalition of settlers" instead of looking out for nat'l interests; move is uncertain.

FM: Flotilla activists trying to blame others for failure

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 09:27:08 GMT

Lieberman tells Army Radio organizers avoiding responsibility for failure of their "propaganda"; activist: Flotilla aims to leave Greece next week.

Activist: Gaza flotilla aims to leave Greece next week

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:38:36 GMT

Despite number of setbacks, flotilla organizer tells 'Post' that group still plans to sail to Gaza, "sabotaged" ships to be repaired.

UK minister supports Palestinian protests at Nabi Salih

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:38:16 GMT

Alistair Burt tells ‘Post’ IDF actions against villagers "disturbing" and "questionable."

‘Don’t bring food into Gaza – take it out’

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:54:59 GMT

Gisha says focus on humanitarian aid by flotilla organizers and Israeli gov't is misleading; problem is ban on exports, not imports.

State gives more land to settler farms in Jordan Valley

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 02:16:41 GMT

New measure gives 21 Jewish communities beyond pre-1967 lines 54,000 unused dunams, bringing total farmland to 110,000 dunams.

Int'l donors fund Bil’in protests, IDF official charges

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 02:08:13 GMT

Army tears down part of fence, completes new segment of security barrier along altered route; villagers have vowed to continue their rallies.

'Netanyahu doesn't have right to sentence Gilad to death'

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:47:14 GMT

Noam Schalit slams PM who says Israel accepted prisoner swap proposal; Hamas accuses PM of lying to hide role in foiling mediator.

Noam Schalit: PM's prison sanctions 'too little too late'

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:45:22 GMT

Five years since kidnapping, Noam says gov't that sent Gilad must bring him home; PM: Israel accepted German-brokered prisoner swap deal.

Zvi Schalit: Netanyahu is Gilad's 'enemy number one'

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 14:14:54 GMT

As Schalits mark 5 years since kidnapping, Free Schalit campaign asks public to send text messages; PM announces that Israel has accepted a German-brokered prisoner swap deal.

Noam Schalit: No one will forgive PM for abandoning Gilad

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 11:34:48 GMT

As Schalits marks 5 years since Gilad's kidnapping, Netanyahu announces that Israel has accepted a German-brokered prisoner exchange deal to free captured soldier; Free Schalit campaign asks public to send text messages.

'Freeing Schalit would help Palestinian statehood bid'

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 01:04:30 GMT

As Schalit family marks 5th anniversary of Gilad's kidnapping, French official tells 'Post': "When one pretends to be a state ruled by law, one has to show respect for basic international humanitarian law.”

Rights groups to Hamas: Allow Red Cross to Schalit

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:19:10 GMT

Twelve Israeli, Palestinian, int'l rights groups issue joint statement slamming illegal conditions under which Hamas is holding Schalit.

Group protests state’s failure to bring Schalit home

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 01:24:26 GMT

Founder of Mothers for Gilad: Israel likes soldiers who come back dead; lobby member admits considering giving suicide pills to soldiers.

PM vows to end jailed terrorists’ privileges

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:51:26 GMT

Noam Schalit asks why it took Israeli governments five years to make move; Hamas rejects Red Cross call for sign of life.

'Demolition of illegal Palestinian homes in W. Bank rising'

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 06:21:37 GMT

B’Tselem data shows that demolitions by civil administration in Area C has already exceeded the number demolished in 2010.

PM: Meeting Hamas terms for Gilad will endanger Israelis

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:53:48 GMT

On YouTube, PM tells viewers, “There is no day that I do not deal with this issue"; Schalit family to rally on anniversary of Schalit's capture.

Netanyahu: Hamas terms for Gilad dangerous for Israelis

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:26:39 GMT

On Youtube, PM tells viewers, “There is no day that I do not deal with this issue"; Schalit family to rally on anniversary of Schalit's capture.

IDF allows more construction material into Gaza

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:51:26 GMT

Building material for 1,200 housing units in two projects, 18 new UNRWA schools permitted to enter Strip by COGAT.

Settlers launch anti-withdrawal computer game

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:20:24 GMT

Political ad in form of mini game meant to underscore danger of future withdrawal from W. Bank by showing how missile attacks could increase.

Knesset to hold special plenary session on Schalit

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 02:08:42 GMT

Session will coincide with fifth anniversary of soldier's kidnapping; Knesset Interior Committee will also consider harsher treatment of Hamas prisoners.

Cabinet seeks to limit Barak’s say on settlements

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 01:08:03 GMT

Gov't to move WZO's Rural Settlement Division under the direct control of Prime Minister's Office, as part of Independence's coalition agreement.

PM to warn Ashton against unilaterally declared Palestine

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 05:29:10 GMT

Officials say Netanyahu will tell EU foreign policy chief in J'lem that UN Palestinian state declaration would harm peace efforts beyond repair.

Analysis: Will Syrian issue warm Israeli-Turkish ties?

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 02:32:56 GMT

IHH to announce if it will drop participation in Gaza flotilla; experts warn turn-around in Turkey’s attitude doesn't reflect thaw in tense relations.

PM meets with US officials, Ashton to visit Israel Friday

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:30:13 GMT

Official: US gov't working on formula that would restart negotiations, lead to the withdrawal of Palestinian unilateral moves at the UN in September.

Lawmakers visit Joseph’s Tomb 1st time in over decade

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 03:47:09 GMT

MKs have daytime visit at tomb for first time since 2000; Danny Danon: "Those who give up on [tomb], give up on our right to the country.”

Israeli diplomats in Cairo meet with suspected spy

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:25:17 GMT

According to Foreign Ministry, Ilan Grapel is in good condition; Jerusalem working behind the scenes for his release.

Cops release 4 Yitzhar settlers detained for 'incitement'

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:18:56 GMT

Three are suspected of incitement to violence via Hakol Hayehudi website; one is suspected of setting fire to a Palestinian field, police say.

State vows to demolish Migron outpost homes in 45 days

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:09:38 GMT

Demolition will mark first time gov't razes permanent structures in a West Bank outpost since bulldozing of Amona homes in 2006.

UNRWA: Palestinian unemployment rose in second half of 2010

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 04:07:27 GMT

According to a study fromthe United Nations Agency for Palestine Refugees, the number of jobless Palestinians is up to 25 percent.

West Bank mosque arson condemned

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:40:16 GMT

Vandals write "price tag" on wall; UN Envoy: Israel responsible for protecting Palestinian sites; US: Vandalism undermines comprehensive peace.

Schalit’s parents ask French court to probe Hamas

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 03:20:53 GMT

If legal effort in France is successful, arrest warrants could be issued against members of Hamas, including Khaled Mashaal.

Abbas cautiously accepts French peace-conference proposal

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 12:10:34 GMT

Erekat says that Abbas has informed French FM that if Netanyahu officially accepts the principle of the two-state solution on the basis of the 1967 lines “then we will accept the [French] proposal.”

PM's wife receives letter on Schalit from Sarkozy's wife

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 06:28:51 GMT

France is “doing everything in order to end Gilad’s suffering, through close cooperation with the Israeli authorities," Carla Bruni-Sarkozy says.

Top cop’s car torched during Alei Ayin outpost evacuation

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 02:43:39 GMT

7 policemen, 5 civilians wounded, 3 arrested during evacuation, demolition of outpost near Shiloh in the West Bank.

2011: No housing starts in 2 largest W. Bank settlements

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:12:17 GMT

In first quarter of 2011, Modi’in Illit and Betar Illit suffer an unusual absence of housing starts, initial CBS findings show.

Settler's gather to celebrate J'lem Day at Joseph's Tomb

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:17:39 GMT

Photo Gallery: Activists call on government to restore Israeli sovereignty over pilgrimage site in Nablus.

Settler housing starts drop by almost half in first quarter

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:49:50 GMT

Number of house completions rises 127% compared to last quarter of 2010, the largest going back to 2007; CBS report says 242 homes started.

IDF clashes with Jewish infiltrators in Nablus

Tue, 31 May 2011 01:17:41 GMT

Sanctioned busing to Joseph’s Tomb fails to accommodate worshipers, as hundreds enter city illegally.

Attorneys to Ban: Halt unilateral Palestinian statehood

Fri, 27 May 2011 04:35:43 GMT

Int'l group of some 60 lawyers say UN resolution on statehood would be a violation of all past agreements between Israel, the Palestinians.

Rafah deal underlines Cairo’s warming ties with Hamas

Fri, 27 May 2011 01:18:55 GMT

Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman says opening of border crossing meant to “ease the suffering of Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.”

Israel fears terrorists will exploit reopened Rafah

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:59:48 GMT

Egypt to end 4-year border crossing closure Saturday; Vice premier Shalom urges international community to intervene.

Lieberman: Security first, then borders

Thu, 26 May 2011 01:45:08 GMT

In Paris, FM says Palestinian state can only be achieved through talks, urges European leaders to reject unilateral statehood bid.

Ashkenazi: IDF can’t free Schalit

Wed, 25 May 2011 16:53:48 GMT

Former chief of staff Ashkenazi explains that Hamas is hiding captive IDF solider in a way which makes it almost impossible to find him.

Left wing plans rally supporting Palestinian statehood

Tue, 24 May 2011 23:27:09 GMT

Peace Now: "PM shut the door on Obama and Abbas"; Gush Shalom says PM's speech shows extremist position wrapped in rhetoric, cliches.

Settlers: We'll remember PM's readiness to cede W. Bank

Tue, 24 May 2011 23:08:54 GMT

Dayan says Netanyahu's words are "completely unacceptable," mark a "significant step backwards"; Karnei Shomron head: I'm worried.

Obama and Cameron say ‘yes’ to Israeli security

Tue, 24 May 2011 22:21:08 GMT

Jointly penned article by the UK, US leaders calls for sovereign Palestine, defends Libya offensive and bin Laden assassination.

Ashton: This is a ‘moment of opportunity’ for peace talks

Tue, 24 May 2011 06:27:35 GMT

EU Foreign Policy Chief throws her weight behind Obama's vision for peace deal; says now more than ever, Israelis and Palestinians must negotiate.

Noam Schalit calls on Congress to halt PA funding

Mon, 23 May 2011 20:40:33 GMT

Kidnapped soldier's father says following PA's unity deal with Hamas, financial assistance should be halted until Gilad released.

Israel approves 294 new W. Bank homes in Betar Illit

Sun, 22 May 2011 23:14:48 GMT

Danny Ayalon calls for more construction in E-1 area, says future of Ma’aleh Adumim is same as that of Jerusalem and State of Israel.

TA protesters to Obama: Israel won’t commit suicide

Sun, 22 May 2011 21:19:25 GMT

Right-wing activists demonstrate holding banner "Israel can't be divided" referring to proposal for negotiations based on 1967 lines.

Ban: Obama’s ideas could move peace talks forward

Sun, 22 May 2011 01:34:10 GMT

UN Secretary-General says US president's speech is "consistent with int'l positions"; Quartet expresses support for Obama's vision.

Barak: PM-Obama meeting 'less dramatic than it seems'

Sat, 21 May 2011 18:41:37 GMT

Top gov’t officials downplay Israel-US tension over Obama’s Mideast speech; Ayalon: US president said peace agreement will not be imposed.

'Israeli security can’t be maintained within ’67 lines'

Fri, 20 May 2011 03:17:22 GMT

Settler leader Dayan says Netanyahu should speak about the existential threat of a Palestinian state when meeting with Obama.

High Court to state: Demolish Amona outpost in 6 months

Thu, 19 May 2011 05:56:17 GMT

Amona, near Ofra, is one of the oldest outposts in the West Bank; police clashed with protesters in 2006 over demolished homes.

'Temporary road to Rawabi could become permanent obstacle'

Thu, 19 May 2011 05:56:17 GMT

Defense sources say route would not become permanent; MK Eldad warns against putting Palestinian vehicles too close to Jewish residences.

Settlement bloc head to PM: Stop talking, start building

Wed, 18 May 2011 05:53:14 GMT

Ma’aleh Adumim Mayor Benny Kashriel slams Netanyahu: "It was easier to build in the settlements under a Labor gov't."

Israel again threatens to withhold tax funds to PA

Tue, 17 May 2011 14:12:14 GMT

Steinitz: No funds if PA forms new gov't with Hamas; official says there will be consequences if Hamas doesn't accept Quartet principles.

NIS 350m. plan approved for Beduin in North

Mon, 16 May 2011 03:37:34 GMT

The initiative calls for spending NIS 70m. on education including for toddlers and for youth at risk, and NIS 40m. for new classrooms.

Netanyahu Knesset speech may be precursor to DC visit

Mon, 16 May 2011 01:43:11 GMT

Officials advise those who want to speculate as to contents of PM’s speech in Washington should pay attention to his words in the Knesset.

Shin Bet head hits the ground running

Sun, 15 May 2011 19:51:20 GMT

Cohen becomes first observant Jew to hold top security position; says "agency will have to adapt quickly to new strategic reality."

Obama to promote Mideast democracy in policy address

Sun, 15 May 2011 03:25:36 GMT

US official says speech won't focus on Israel-PA talks; German Chancellor tells Netanyahu his coming trip to US is ‘significant.’

Italy won’t recognize PA gov't that doesn’t accept Israel

Fri, 13 May 2011 01:42:32 GMT

Only when all the Palestinian factions agree to renouncing terrorism, accepting Israel's right to exist can there be peace, Berlusconi says.

Erdogan: ‘Hamas is not a terrorist organization’

Fri, 13 May 2011 01:35:23 GMT

In PBS interview, Turkish PM says "Hamas is a political party...a resistance movement trying to protect its country under occupation."

B’Tselem: Jordan Valley, Dead Sea most exploited areas

Thu, 12 May 2011 06:14:32 GMT

Human rights group says big disparity in amount of natural resources allocated to settlers versus to Palestinians in these regions.

Israel regrets German pullout from TA-J’lem rail project

Thu, 12 May 2011 01:53:09 GMT

German ministry says project of laying down tracks traversing West Bank may be "politically sensitive."

France to send 10 million Euros to the PA

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:54:50 GMT

French official calls on Israel to continue transfer of tax funds to PA, moves comes after Israel suspends funds in protest of unity deal.

Netanyahu to terrorists: We will strike you down

Wed, 11 May 2011 02:28:54 GMT

At special ceremony for victims of terror, PM sends stark warning, says victims died for one reason: "Because they were Jews."

'All efforts to be made for Schalit but not at any price'

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:57:53 GMT

Barak says demands Red Cross be allowed to visit captured soldier in Gaza, says land swap to be part of any future Palestinian peace deal.

Barak says land swap to be part of Palestinian peace deal

Tue, 10 May 2011 23:54:24 GMT

Speaking from Defense Ministry, Barak says new Palestinian state would be demilitarized, Israel will need security presence in Jordan Valley.

FM: Israel will talk with PA, but won’t freeze settlements

Tue, 10 May 2011 18:57:10 GMT

Lieberman says no building freeze in Jerusalem or in West Bank, "not for three months, not for three days and not even for three hours."

PM to US: Send clear message to PA not to join Hamas

Mon, 09 May 2011 01:54:23 GMT

In meeting with visiting J Street delegation, PA president says his preference is for a peace process, not unilateral declaration.

PM: We're working in 'unseen ways' to return Schalit

Mon, 09 May 2011 01:22:07 GMT

At Remembrance Day ceremony, Netanyahu says amid Middle East turmoil, "Israel is an island of freedom, democracy and progress."

Analysis: Can Palestinians separate peace, statehood?

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:52:53 GMT

The argument that peace and statehood go together increases the pressure on Netanyahu to find a miracle solution to the impasse.

Peres, Gantz honor nation’s fallen soldiers

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:37:20 GMT

At Kotel ceremony , President Peres says: "Our sacrifice has transformed our grief and bound us together into an exceptional family."

Top US senators call on Obama to halt funding for PA

Sun, 08 May 2011 00:43:08 GMT

Israel rejects UN request to release withheld tax money; Days after Fatah-Hamas unity deal, EU transfers 85 million euros to Ramallah.

UK, France lay red lines on terms for Palestinian state

Thu, 05 May 2011 22:49:13 GMT

Netanyahu says Sarkozy, Cameron will not accept any Palestinian gov't that fails to renounce terror, refuses to recognize Israel.

Sara Netanyahu asks Sarkozy's wife to help free Schalit

Thu, 05 May 2011 20:17:57 GMT

Prime minister's wife makes a "mother to mother" appeal, citing Gilad Schalit's dual French citizenship, asking help in efforts to free him.

Netanyahu believes Sarkozy is committed to Israeli demands

Thu, 05 May 2011 20:06:04 GMT

While in London, UK's Cameron tells Netanyahu Palestinians must reject terror, recognize Israel, engage in peace process before declaring a state; France, UK considering recognizing Palestinian state.

PM arrives in Paris for talks on Palestinian statehood

Thu, 05 May 2011 18:24:40 GMT

'France, Britain may recognize Palestinian state'

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:40:57 GMT

Guardian reports UK to consider supporting Palestinian UN statehood bid if Israel fails to join peace talks, Sarkozy says same to "L'Express."

Cameron: Britain's support for Israel ‘unshakable’

Thu, 05 May 2011 01:02:04 GMT

'Guardian' reports British PM told Netanyahu that UK may consider supporting Palestinian UN statehood bid if Israel fails to join peace talks; US expects Palestinians to stick to principles of peace after unity deal.

Netanyahu: Fatah-Hamas unity a blow to peace process

Wed, 04 May 2011 15:58:58 GMT

"3 days ago, terrorism was dealt a resounding defeat with the elimination of bin Laden. Today, in Cairo, it had a victory,’ says PM.

PM lands in London to lobby against Fatah-Hamas deal

Wed, 04 May 2011 05:26:53 GMT

Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with UK’s Cameron, France’s Sarkozy, as Palestinian factions are set to ratify deal in Cairo.

PM heads to Paris, UK to discuss Palestinian state, Hamas

Mon, 02 May 2011 23:34:41 GMT

Netanyahu embarks on trip to sway European countries to say "no" to Palestinian statehood declaration, unity gov't with Hamas.

Netanyahu calls Obama to congratulate him on Pakistan raid

Mon, 02 May 2011 21:52:11 GMT

Top Israeli politicians praise US on historic victory; Peres: "World will be better without bin Laden."

Israel halts transfer of tax funds to PA

Mon, 02 May 2011 00:55:13 GMT

PA minister says salaries to 170,000 civil servants may not be paid; Fayyad says decision would not dissuade Palestinians from achieving unity.

Gov’t worries after Cairo plans to open Rafah crossing

Sun, 01 May 2011 00:55:46 GMT

Opening Rafah would help Hamas build a formidable terrorist military machine, a government source says.

UNHRC slams Syrian gov’t, calls for fact-finding mission

Sun, 01 May 2011 00:27:32 GMT

Council asks to investigate the “crimes” that have been “perpetrated” in Syria and to ensure full accountability.

State looking to authorize illegal settler buildings

Sun, 01 May 2011 00:21:31 GMT

Decision comes in response to High Court petitions regarding illegal construction in W. Bank, Defense Ministry’s settlement advisor says.

Lieberman to EU: Be cautious about Fatah-Hamas unity

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:36:04 GMT

FM says PA partnership with Hamas means they themselves are terrorists; calls on int'l community not to legitimize Hamas gov't.

Lieberman: National unity deal partners Abbas with terror

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 10:47:21 GMT

FM says PA partnership with Hamas means they themselves are terrorists; calls on int'l community not to legitimize Hamas gov't.

UNHRC to debate creation of investigatory c'tee on Syria

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 22:29:35 GMT

"It's important for the int'l community to come together in timely way in response to a grave and worsening situation," US official tells 'Post.'

UNHRC to hold special Syria session Friday

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 04:36:05 GMT

HRC council members will call on Syrian gov't to meet its responsibility to protect its population, stop attacks.

IDF must stay in Jordan Valley, PM tells US lawmakers

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:21:57 GMT

Netanyahu tells 7 visiting US congressman that any peace agreement with the Palestinians must include a long-term Israeli presence along the Jordan River.

Dozens arrested trying to reach Joseph's Tomb in Nablus

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:58:39 GMT

Security forces chase right-wing activists, settler hilltop youth through city who entered without prior approval; dozens detained, later released.

Right wing activists march to Joseph's Tomb in Nablus

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:40:05 GMT

Group heads into Palestinian Authority-controlled territory without IDF or PA approval, coordination; activist says PA police are waiting.

Neeman calls to regain control of Joseph’s Tomb

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 03:03:47 GMT

While on visit with Livnat family, justice minister says Israelis should be able to visit religious landmark regularly in broad daylight.

Joseph’s Tomb victim was circumcised there

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 01:49:04 GMT

Thousands attend Ben-Yosef Livnat’s funeral in Jerusalem; Limor Livnat on nephew's death: "He was killed because he went to pray on Pessah."

A former neighbor recalls Ben Yosef Livnat

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 19:40:45 GMT

Hebron Jewish community spokesman: “Benyo's name reflects the family’s bond with Joseph’s Tomb, where ironically, he was murdered."

Barak condemns Nablus shooting; orders IDF probe

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 12:29:16 GMT

Defense minister says lack of security coordination cannot justify shooting at innocent people; demands PA take steps against shooter.

Settler leaders: Joseph’s Tomb attack cannot ‘pass silently

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 09:48:30 GMT

Tomb should be under Israeli rule to prevent attacks, group says; Ben-Ari blames those who funded, trained PA security forces.

'New European mediator for Schalit deal named'

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:39:59 GMT

'Al-Ahram' report says new mediator to replace Gerhard Conrad of Germany; Schalit family says not informed of appointment.

PM appoints new Schalit mediator for Gilad's release

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 04:46:47 GMT

Netanyahu appoints former senior Mossad man, David Meidan to be Schalit mediator; Noam Schalit expresses frustration that 2 gov'ts have been unable to bring his son home.

Arrests ‘brought back everything from that terrible night’

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 02:42:52 GMT

Itamar council head: We're in a battle for the survival of whole Jewish nation; says family massacre should be a wake-up call for country.

PM tells Schalits he's appointed new envoy to release Gilad

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:35:48 GMT

Noam Schalit expresses frustration to Netanyahu that 2 governments in 5 years have been unable to bring his son home; PM appoints former senior Mossad man, David Meidan to be Schalit mediator.

PM, Barak thank US for approving funds for Iron Dome

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 22:26:27 GMT

US to give $205 million towards developing and equipping rocket defense system as part of annual budget.

US Senate to UN: Rescind Goldstone Report

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:10:51 GMT

Senate unanimously passes resolution calling on UNHRC "to reflect the author's repudiation of the Goldstone report's central findings."

Goldstone’s co-authors reject his change of heart

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 02:38:24 GMT

Three mission members say they stood firmly behind their work, reject calls for retraction; J'lem: We had low expectations, they were met.

Donor nations agree PA ready for statehood

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:36:21 GMT

Int’l forum calls for renewed talks; Fayyad asks for $5b. over three years, calls assessment ‘birth certificate’ for state.

Splish, splash, new Kalkilya hippo’s takin’ a bath

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:45:58 GMT

A 1.5-ton hippopotamus landed in the city’s zoo to the excited welcome of children, and amid throngs of Palestinian security personnel.

UN assessment: PA is ready to govern a state of its own

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:38:20 GMT

Israeli officials say inability to control Gaza biggest impediment to sovereignty; energy policy, tax collection abilities lag.

IDF: Breakthrough in Fogel slayings expected

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:23:04 GMT

Troops detain more suspects as Palestinian villagers complain of abuse by soldiers, say over 100 residents detained since Itamar murders.

Heroic bus driver says he always feared attack

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 01:21:46 GMT

“I thought about it. I wasn’t afraid for myself, I was afraid for the children,” says Zion Yamini, “I always left my house with a heavy heart.”

Peres asks UN to shelve Goldstone Report

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:48:08 GMT

President makes request in person to Ban Ki-moon in NY who says UN encourages writing of such reports to encourage investigations.

A terrible day that could have ended still more tragically

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:50:25 GMT

Karen Doron-Katz's daughter, 13, was among dozens of children lucky enough to be dropped off before an anti-tank missile hit their school bus.

McGowan Davis: Our report on the Cast Lead probes stands

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 05:20:43 GMT

Judge who led follow-up probe to Goldstone, says South African jurist's recent statements have no impact on her work.

US lawyers to file civil suit against Goldstone

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 01:51:10 GMT

MK Danny Danon initiates lawsuit which will be submitted to US District Court in NY to fight "the distorted picture of Israel that Goldstone generated."

Peres to ask UN to shelve Goldstone report

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 21:57:27 GMT

According to officials, president will make request in person when he meets with Ban Ki-moon in NY; US envoy Rice doubts report can be fixed.

Goldstone critics ponder their roles in about-face

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 05:09:30 GMT

Stanford law debate and informal correspondence may have been the inspiration for ‘Washington Post’ op-ed.

First phase of NIS 35m. road in Hebron completed

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:57:27 GMT

Katz: No one can freeze our connection to the West Bank.

Goldstone opinion piece changes nothing at UN

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 01:25:18 GMT

UNHRC spokesman tells 'Post' that retired judge must submit formal letter for the body to consider rescinding his report.

Barak approves master plans for 4 settlements

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:40:09 GMT

Defense minister paves way for new construction in Nofim, Eshkolot, Rotem and Hemdat; Peace Now says gov't capitulating to settler pressure.

PA still intends to pursue Israeli ‘war crimes’ at UN, ICC

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 01:45:42 GMT

Palestinians unimpressed with Goldstone’s about-face; UN should pursue truth, “regardless of whether Goldstone changes position," PA spokesman says.

PM: Throw Goldstone Report into dustbin of history

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:04:40 GMT

Goldstone says report would be different if Israel had cooperated in probe, slams Hamas for intentionally targeting Israeli citizens.

UK worried by ‘Israeli intolerance’

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:06:18 GMT

Report concerned that Knesset law targeting minorities, human rights defenders reflects “a growing climate of intolerance in Israeli society."

UK begins amending universal jurisdiction legislation

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:42:30 GMT

An amendment nullifying a law that allows Israelis to be prosecuted in the UK for alleged war crimes moves to the House of Lords for final approval.

Itamar man: Cops came at 5 a.m. wanting to check my gun

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:09:17 GMT

Resident says police wanted to see if firearm had been used to kill a Palestinian in W. Bank village; settlers ask for meeting with Aharonovitch.

Friends of J'lem bombing victim grapple with her loss

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 03:16:49 GMT

Bible translator Mary Jane Gardner "longed to give other people the same access to the scriptures" that she had enjoyed.

US to seek 2nd term on United Nations Human Rights Council

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:41:07 GMT

With May 2011 elections still being held for 15 seats on the 47-member body, the US does not need to announce its plans for a second term until next year.

Settlers from Givat Ronen clash with police

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:30:51 GMT

Police carrying out arrest in W. Bank outpost allegedly attacked by settlers, use pepper spray.

'Nakba Day, call for state may boost Palestinian protests'

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:49:32 GMT

OC Central Command Maj.-Gen. Avi Mizrahi warns of increased protest activities coinciding with possible September unilateral declaration of statehood.

US casts only vote for Israel in UNHRC

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 03:41:45 GMT

Six motions condemn Israeli settlement activity and human rights violations in ‘occupied’ Palestinian territories, Golan Heights.

IDF braces for rocket fire close to TA

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 05:39:10 GMT

Country prepares for possible further expansion of missile fire from the Gaza Strip, to as far as Rishon Lezion and Gedera.

First Israeli appointed as UNHRC expert

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 04:57:09 GMT

Dual Israeli-British citizen, Frances Raday, was appointed to the UN's working group on discrimination against women in law and practice.

UNHRC condemns Israel on Golan, okays Iran rapporteur

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 04:46:54 GMT

A resolution calling for an immediate cessation of any “settlement” construction in the Golan is the first of six resolutions on Israel.

‘There were 20 seconds of silence, then screams began’

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 03:12:07 GMT

Victims of Jerusalem terror attack recount their experiences as Mayor Nir Barkat says "awareness can reduce the number of wounded."

UNHRC to vote on six anti-Israel resolutions

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 01:55:49 GMT

UN Human Rights Council focuses on Jewish State with multiple resolutions speaking of illegal Israeli activity and rights violations.

'The window for a negotiated peace ends in September'

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:39:07 GMT

International community will be the one that will take a Palestinian state to the UN, predicts Palestinian FM Riad Malki in TA address.

UN: Both sides need to do more to comply with Goldstone

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 01:51:13 GMT

C'tee addressing Israeli and Palestinian compliance with conclusions of fact finding mission into Cast Lead says no significant progress made.

Israel vows to avenge Gaza mortar barrage

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 04:11:04 GMT

IDF hits Strip after 50 shells strike southern communities, 2 wounded; PM: "Israel will take all necessary measures to defend its citizens."

Samaria council head calls for better security at Itamar

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 01:53:05 GMT

Tamar Fogel, 12, says her parents sought "unity of the Jewish people," protests that Netanyahu says ‘we build’ but then evacuates.

Sderot residents testify before Goldstone panel

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 21:16:43 GMT

Residents of cities hit by Palestinian-launched rockets speak via video about their plight, say "it is important to tell our story."

Netanyahu condemns settlers’ ‘price tag’ violence

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 02:38:43 GMT

“People cannot take the law into their own hands, that is not their job,” prime minister says.

Fatah youth center names event after suicide bomber

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 01:44:55 GMT

Sports event to take place near Ramallah named after Wafa Idris, the first Palestinian woman to carry out a suicide bombing.

7 Palestinians wounded by gunfire after West Bank clash

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:50:30 GMT

Security forces use live fire to disperse ongoing clashes that broke out after settlers reportedly uprooted trees in Kusra, south of Nablus.

State promises to remove 47 illegal homes in 5 outposts

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:19:15 GMT

Source in Prime Minister's Office denies any connection between setting timetable for demolition and US veto of anti-settlement resolution.

Abbas calls for full Palestinian membership in the UN

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 22:51:29 GMT

J'lem official: Palestinian state without negotiations is "pipe dream"; PA president calls for measures to "force Israel to end occupation."

72% drop in new settler building in 2010, gov’t report says

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:53:31 GMT

CBS report on rate of Jewish West Bank building shows 28% decrease in number of finished homes; figures contradict claim of construction boom.

More than 30 arrested in settlers' 'Day of Rage'

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 23:56:02 GMT

In protests against Gilad Farm violence, activists block roads, hold signs reading: "Barack Hussein Obama, with friends like these who needs enemies."

Aharonovitch: Plastic bullets were fired at Gilad Farm

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 01:07:53 GMT

Public security minister speaks to Knesset plenum; police insisted paintballs were fired, settlers said rubber bullets used.

Barak: We have to act against illegal building

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:06:12 GMT

PM says special committee to be led by defense minister which will consolidate gov't position on unauthorized outposts.

Rightists plan ‘Day of Rage’ over Gilad Farm violence

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:02:50 GMT

Extremist activists smash Palestinian car windows, throw Molotov cocktail into a home, roll burning tires into 2 West Bank villages.

PM rebuffs faction’s calls to build new settlements

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 21:37:37 GMT

"We are currently in a very difficult international situation," Netanyahu tells Likud members in response to settler complaints.

Clinton: UNHRC bias against Israel undermines its work

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 18:12:13 GMT

After opening session, UN Watch head Hillel Neuer says council's report on Libyan human rights is "an insult to the victims."

UK to UN: Appoint a special investigator for Iran

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:14:09 GMT

22 foreign ministers expected to take floor to call for establishing special rapporteur on Iranian human rights abuses.

Settlers arrested, injured in violent clash in Gilad Farm

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:35:30 GMT

Video: Clashes between settlers, Border Police at West Bank outpost; Security forces fire paintballs during demolition of 3 structures.

Schalits deny they’re mulling new party

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 02:06:26 GMT

Family of captured soldier reject reports that they plan to create one-issue party to get population's attention.

UN Security Council slaps sanctions on Libya's Gaddafi

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 03:31:22 GMT

All 15 nations on UNSC also approve referring Libya to war crimes tribunal; council members freeze assets of Libyan leader and family.

Libyan ambassador pleads to UN: Save our country

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 01:03:12 GMT

Abdurrahman Mohammed Shalgham tells UNSC people of Libya are asking for freedom and democracy.

UNHRC calls on GA to suspend Libya’s membership

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 19:22:53 GMT

General Assembly to consider unprecedented request; Gaddafi regime condemned for ‘gross human rights violations’.

IAF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza; 1 dead, 3 injured

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 05:33:53 GMT

"Don't test our resolve," PM tells Hamas a day after two Grad-model Katyusha rockets hit Beersheba for first time since Cast Lead.

PM: ‘If Syria wants peace, we will be a genuine partner’

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:52:34 GMT

Netanyahu confirms reports of mediation efforts between two countries by US senator Kerry but says they are not new.

Polish PM to Netanyahu: You can count on us

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:46:33 GMT

Donald Tusk says Israeli perspective must have place in Europe’s policies; Warsaw takes over EU presidency later this year.

UNHRC set to debate suspending Libya's membership

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 23:33:07 GMT

Move marks first time the rights body holds session on one of its own members; PM calls on int'l community to condemn violence in Libya.

UN Rights Council to hold special session on Libya

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 02:58:46 GMT

“It’s an excellent signal that the council was able to react in real time to a situation,” US Ambassador says as violence spreads through country.

UN Security Council condemns Libyan violence

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 02:48:09 GMT

Ban Ki-moon says some of the events in Libya “appear to be clear violations of international humanitarian and human rights law.”

Ayalon: We’ll bring Israeli diplomats to Hebron

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 02:15:52 GMT

Following plan to bring students to Cave of Patriarchs, Deputy FM says "cave was, is and will be a Jewish site under Israeli sovereignty.”

UN top official calls for international probe on Libya

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 21:51:47 GMT

Meeting convened at urging of Libyan UN mission; Libya's deputy UN ambassador warns Gaddafi must resign or "people will get rid of them."

UN Security Council to hold consultation on Libya unrest

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 12:32:12 GMT

Meeting convened at urging of Libyan UN mission diplomats; UN rights chief: Attacks on civilians "may amount to crimes against humanity."

UN Security Council to hold consultation on Libya unrest

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 12:02:32 GMT

Meeting convened at urging of Libyan UN mission diplomats; Ban-Ki Moon: violence is “serious violation of international law."

70 rights groups call on UN to condemn Tripoli

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 06:08:07 GMT

Rights groups question international response to violent situation, demand that Libya be stripped of membership to Human Rights Council.

Court to debate sealing mosque in West Bank village Burin

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 06:57:37 GMT

The village has refuted the claim of illegality on the ground that it believes the mosque is located in Area B.

PM rebuffs Edelstein bid for new settlement construction

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 05:57:39 GMT

Public diplomacy minister the solitary voice at meeting of Likud ministers who asks PM to order Barak to authorize new construction.

Panel to consider applying Israeli law to settlements

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:40:51 GMT

Removal of military law would make it near impossible, to impose a freeze on West Bank Jewish construction, approve construction.

PA calls for 'day of rage' after UNSC veto

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 17:38:14 GMT

Israel urges resumption of direct peace negotiations; Palestinians call protest against US vetoing UNSC condemnation of settlements.

Edelstein bids to force Barak to end ‘silent freeze’

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:51:03 GMT

Likud minister plans to call on gov't to order the defense minister authorize new construction in West Bank settlement blocs.

'Most Israeli anti-Palestinian violence cases are closed'

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 02:37:21 GMT

Yesh Din: Only nine percent of investigations into Israeli citizen violence against Palestinians and their property result in indictments.

Soldier to settler: 'This bullet is for your forehead'

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 20:49:49 GMT

Video posted on YouTube shows border police officer threatening Yitzhar resident holding a baby.

Sa'ar presents program to bring pupils to Hebron

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 01:58:59 GMT

Education minister says program will expose students to "the Jewish heritage in the city of their forefathers.”

Falk: ICJ must issue opinion on Israeli ‘ethnic cleansing'

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 21:10:17 GMT

UN special investigator says Israel has "undermined the rights under international law of the Palestinian people for 43 years."

Illegal Palestinian quarry near Beit Fajar to close

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 03:19:19 GMT

Regavim, a nongovernmental group combating illegal Palestinian construction petitioned the court last year to halt work at quarry.

Pillay: UNHRC doesn’t single out Israel

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 02:41:07 GMT

‘Settlements are illegal under international law,’ says high commissioner.

Top UN human rights official to visit Iran

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:57:59 GMT

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay going to Islamic Republic despite Deputy FM Ayalon's objections.

UN human rights chief Pillay tours Sderot and Gaza

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 05:17:53 GMT

In her first visit since taking office in 2008, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights toured the W. Bank, was shown rockets fired from Gaza.

Three ministers make surprise visit to Joseph's Tomb

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 02:50:06 GMT

Edelstein, Kahlon and Hershkowitz highlight demand for increased access to Nablus site, mark end of two-year renovation project.

'Rawabi developer says he will uproot JNF donated trees'

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 09:55:32 GMT

Bashar al-Masri claims "Israeli elements trying to manipulate issue"; follows scathing criticism of trees, Rawabi and JNF by Uri Davis.

Settlers call visiting Spanish FM ‘anti-Semite’

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:40:08 GMT

Lieberman apologizes to Jiménez for her experience during Hebron visit; Ben-Gvir tries to persuade her to halt Spain's support of Palestinians.

Settlers threaten rally against Spanish FM Hebron visit

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 23:25:47 GMT

Settlers will try to persuade Trinidad Jiménez to halt Spain's support of Palestinian construction project near Cave of the Patriarchs.

Police issue arrest warrant for Rabbi Dov Lior

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 22:32:02 GMT

Kiryat Arba rabbi refuses to cooperate in probe over support of book that says gentile civilians can sometimes be killed in wartime.

Israel, PA may open natural gas fields off Gaza coast

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 02:54:00 GMT

Netanyahu, Blair announce potential resumption of project; "I think this is good for prosperity and peace," PM says.

Quartet refuses to endorse unilateral state; PA upset

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 02:18:36 GMT

Erekat hopes for "historic decisions in light of the danger facing the region because of Israeli occupation and policies."

Erekat dismisses latest Israeli incentive package to PA

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 21:35:05 GMT

PA chief negotiator says Netanyahu is playing games and haggling: "This is deception and we don't need such gestures."

Israeli tourists glad to be home from Egypt

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 23:55:26 GMT

There are still a number of Israelis in Egypt, including businessmen, diplomats and journalists, according to the Foreign Ministry.

Court releases hikers suspected of killing Palestinian teen

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:32:52 GMT

Police source tells 'Post' that investigation is now focused on suspicion of manslaughter, rather than original suspicion of murder.

Settler leader praying to see Huckabee in Oval Office

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:48:38 GMT

Presidential hopeful tells the 'Post' there's no dispute about indigenous rights of Jewish people; says US, Israel have "organic relationship."

Police arrest 4 Israelis after Palestinian teen killed

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 22:14:46 GMT

Police confiscate guns in suspects' possession; men claim they were hiking when Palestinians threw rocks at them, shot back in self-defense.

Palestinian killed in clashes with settlers near Hebron

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 11:45:40 GMT

Peace Now head calls on police to collect setters' weapons; right-wing activist leader says Jews allowed to protect themselves.

‘Palestinian teen was shot dead after throwing rocks’

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:49:43 GMT

Police forces say they don’t know identity of teen from West Bank village of Iraq Burin's killer; Palestinians blame settlers; settlers demand apology.

Ban slams Falk’s 9/11 statements

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 22:44:31 GMT

UN sec. gen. office writes to UN Watch calling the comments "preposterous," an affront to memory of 9-11 victims.

Ma’aleh Adumim mayor demands E-1 construction

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 02:32:47 GMT

Kashriel calls for immediate construction of neighborhood after learning from "Palestine Papers" that Netanyahu promised US to freeze the project.

Rice: What's Jewish is Israeli, what's Arab is Palestinian

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 02:21:48 GMT

According to "Palestine Papers" former US secretary of state said in 2008 that Ma’aleh Adumim and Ariel settlements would remain part of Israel.

Settler leaders unfazed by PA rejection of land swap

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 03:12:12 GMT

'Palestine Papers' challenge Israeli assumption that any Israeli-Palestinian peace deal would include swaps for “settlement blocs.”

Qurei: Ma’aleh Adumim residents can live in our state

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 02:55:49 GMT

"Palestine Papers" reveal former Palestinian Authority PM offered to allow the 30,000 people living in settlement to remain under Palestinian rule.

Al-Jazeera to publish 1,684 documents on Israel-PA talks

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 06:58:32 GMT

"The Palestine Papers" cover the negotiating period from 1999, before the Oslo process broke down in Camp David, up to the frozen peace talks in 2010.

Abbas: Failure of talks could lead to popular uprising

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:38:19 GMT

PA president says understanding reached during Bush era that Israel would recognize Palestinian state on '67 borders with e. J'lem as capital.

Tony Blair: West must prepare to confront Iran

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 12:01:10 GMT

The Quartet representative to the Middle East says he can see the "impact and the influence of Iran everywhere.

Qurei: Israelis see themselves as the sole, eternal victim

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 23:55:17 GMT

Former PA prime minister promises good relations after the "just and comprehensive peace that our peoples deserve."

UN met only 52% of target for Palestinian aid in 2010

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:46:22 GMT

First time such large gap exists between initial aid request, amount of money donated since UN began humanitarian appeal to member states, international organizations in 2003.

WZO Settlement Division returns to the PMO

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 04:13:09 GMT

Since '67, division has assisted development over Green Line; Danon says he hopes move will remove bureaucratic problems for settlements.

'World must protect Palestinians from Israeli violence'

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 02:23:11 GMT

UN Rapporteur Richard Falk calls for international action to "offer this long-vulnerable Palestinian population protection."

UNRWA Gaza chief John Ging promoted to senior UN post in NY

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 02:43:46 GMT

West Bank UNRWA head Barbara Shenstone also scheduled to leave position; replacements have not yet been chosen.

Injunction issued against Shepherd Hotel project

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 01:30:20 GMT

Attorney for The Muslim Committee in Israel says planned construction of 20 apartment units is "both illegal, an act of political revenge."

US, PA condemn plan for 1,400 new e. J'lem building units

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 21:36:55 GMT

“These type of unilateral actions can be counterproductive to getting both sides back to negotiating table,” US Embassy spokesman tells 'Post.'

Settlers, Palestinians battle with stones near Shiloh

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 05:49:09 GMT

IDF says around 100 Palestinians, 100 settlers were involved in clashes, mass stone throwing exchanges occurred; 3 Israelis, 5 Palestinians injured.

IDF set to close Karni crossing into Gaza

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 23:45:07 GMT

Move would leave only two crossings into the Strip from Israel, only one suitable for goods; before Hamas takeover, 5 crossings into territory operated.

Netanyahu: Peretz and Klein homes won’t be destroyed

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 18:42:40 GMT

“We have common sense. I won’t allow the destruction of the homes of these heroes that sacrificed their lives for the security of Israel,” PM says.

Netanyahu delays response on Peretz’s outpost home

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 10:35:23 GMT

Peace Now petitioned the High Court of Justice to halt construction of outpost homes in 2005; among are homes of two slain IDF majors.

PM working to save outpost home of slain IDF officer

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 02:47:22 GMT

While 10 homes in the Hayovel enclave might be legalized, Maj. Eliraz Peretz’s house may have been built on Palestinian land.

Eitan: Build in major blocs, not isolated W. Bank areas

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 02:36:14 GMT

Government services minister also appears to attack Lieberman, whom he says has achieved nothing in office, needs to find different job.

Spanish gov't sponsors Israeli boycott ad on PA TV

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:21:31 GMT

TV ad shows boy rejecting Israeli potato chips, buys Palestinian product instead; ad says "don't prolong the occupation's life upon our land."

Ytong: We're building in Rawabi, not boycotting settlements

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 02:42:52 GMT

Likud MK calls on Civil Administration to disclose names of 10 to 20 Israeli companies that may be working in Palestinian city.

IDF strikes back in the YouTube battle over Bil'in

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:08:56 GMT

Videos posted by activists show non-violent demonstration, while army chooses different footage to justify use of tear gas, "skunk" water.

PA: US may veto UNSC resolution on settlements

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:01:27 GMT

‘We don’t want our problem to be with the US, but with Israel and its aggressive policy’; Molcho, PA rep. head to DC.

More nations will recognize Palestinian state, PA says

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:02:18 GMT

After Chile's recognition, Jerusalem worried other Latin American countries will follow suit; statement doesn't mention pre-'67 borders

Ma’aleh Adumim and Ariel beg PM to okay new building

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 03:46:59 GMT

‘Silent freeze’ about to descend on major settlements; state budget set aside funds for 200 new homes in Ma'aleh Adumim but needs Barak okay.

Female activists dedicate Friday Bil’in march to Abu Rahma

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 03:03:34 GMT

Israeli women’s organizations sign petition calling on the government to stop using tear gas to disperse demonstrations.

Ariel mayor invites Obama to visit

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:59:19 GMT

Ran Nachman tells 'Post' he wants US president to see for himself that it is "not a stumbling block for peace."

Jesus’s baptism site to open to public after 42 years

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 02:42:51 GMT

Israel has invested millions of shekels in upgrading the site, located over the Green Line in the Jordan Valley.

Activist provides evidence Bil’in protester died from gas

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:46:02 GMT

Israeli Jonathan Pollack presents hospital, Red Crescent documents countering IDF claims that Palestinian woman died of cancer.

IDF: 'Dead Bil’in woman may not have been at protest'

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:45:39 GMT

Activist insists Jawaher Abu Rahma was at demonstration; Palestinian doctor says she died after inhaling tear gas.

Bil’in victim dreamed of meeting brother ‘in paradise'

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 04:54:44 GMT

Jawaher Abu Rahma is the 21st activist, 2nd from her village to die as an apparent result of IDF actions at West Bank demonstrations.

PA rejects IDF offer to help probe Bil’in protester death

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 18:09:43 GMT

Abbas sends condolences to family of Jawaher Abu Rahma who died, allegedly due to inhaling tear gas used by IDF to disperse protesters.

Frontlines: Is settlement growth booming?

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 23:02:35 GMT

The question sounds simple. And building has certainly resumed since the 10-month moratorium ended in September. But the true picture is far more complex.

Israelis building Rawabi must boycott settlement goods

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 22:10:37 GMT

Right angered over report that Israeli companies signed contract with PA agreeing to honor settlement boycott while building Palestinian city.

US won’t stand idle if Israeli-Palestinian violence erupts

Sun, 26 Dec 2010 01:54:03 GMT

Mitchell: Reason for involvement because "it is in the strategic national interest of the US that the conflict be resolved.”

Israel plans to boycott UN Durban III conference

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 22:50:14 GMT

Foreign Ministry: 2001 conference, "with its anti-Semitic undertones and displays of hatred for Israel and the Jewish World, left us with scars."

Rabbi threatens civil war at rally

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 06:39:43 GMT

Thousands gather in J'lem but mainstream settler movement stays away; Wolpe vows to use ‘a stick against a stick’ in future settlement evacuations.

Panel votes to fund archeological sites in W. Bank, Golan

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 02:49:14 GMT

Committee approves NIS 91 million budget to renovate 16 heritage sites throughout country; Netanyahu: “The heritage project is one that we owe ourselves, our children and future generations."

W. Bank, Golan heritage sites slated for gov't funding

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 06:04:14 GMT

Palestinians, int'l community had criticized plan several months ago due to its inclusion of sites in the West Bank.

‘Israel enjoys peace with Egypt, Jordan, but not peoples’

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 01:59:32 GMT

WikiLeaks cable: "Israel believes moderate Arab states could fall victim to regime change, resume hostilities."

Israel asks its embassies to thwart PA unilateralism

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:22:15 GMT

Foreign Ministry asks its diplomats to prevent Palestinian moves seeking recognition; tensions mount between Fayyad and PA over statehood.

PA reaffirms determination for unilateral recognition

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:58:01 GMT

Despite statements by Fayyad, PA still seeking recognition by international community for Palestinian state along 1967 borders.

Sarkozy: Israel is not stronger than the Palestinians

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:28:39 GMT

Wikileaks reveals that French president expected to tell Netanyahu in 2009 that Israel out of time, 2-state solution only alternative.

PM attacks 'hypocritical' human rights organizations

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 22:42:15 GMT

Netanyahu spokesman: Human Rights Watch report on settlements is “anti-Israeli;” report accuses Israel of violations in the West Bank.

Breakthrough in Palestinian waste-water treatment

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:34:23 GMT

Multi-national team of water experts lay cornerstone for plant near Jericho; project to be pilot for larger program.

Court asked to ensure Palestinian farmers’ water access

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:41:15 GMT

Law suit filed after Civil Administration declares land as archeological area; lawyer says settlers have access to disputed spring.

IDF, Border Police destroy outpost home

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 02:09:14 GMT

Home in Tekoa Daled belonged to a young couple with a two-week-old baby; IDF also took down telephone lines near the outpost.

'African refugees are being tortured in Sinai'

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:22:01 GMT

Physicians for Human Rights say smugglers bringing refugees into Israel assault, rape and hold refugees for ransom, call on Egypt to aid victims.

Ma’aleh Adumim mayor asks to approve new building

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:13:01 GMT

Benny Kashriel sends letter to PM about lack of new permits; says absence of new tenders and housing shortage has increased prices up by 50%.

Cabinet approves NIS 60m. for disaster’s damages

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 03:10:51 GMT

Netanyahu: No delays. No bureaucracy. "I want all of the people, within days, to be able to return to their homes or to alternative housing."

Fire warms up ties with Turkey

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 01:42:10 GMT

Ankara sends firefighting aircraft to Israel in attempt to extinguish raging blaze; Greece, Cyprus, Spain also lend support.

Grateful prime minister hails international response

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 01:27:52 GMT

Netanyahu calls help Israel received from other nations "heartwarming"; Greek and Turkish pilots fly together in flame-filled skies.

Ashkenazi: IDF will do all it can to help extinguish fire

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:11:50 GMT

PM requests help from foreign states; Peres expresses concerns over fire near Druze village of Usfiya which left 40 dead, dozens injured.

PA official says 'economic peace is an illusion'

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:20:06 GMT

Palestinian Economic Minister Abu-Libdeh says "We are ready and committed to signing a peace treaty within three to six months."

21% drop in number of finished settlement homes

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 05:17:05 GMT

According to Peace Now settlers began work on 1,126 new homes since moratorium on new construction ended.

Rivlin to light first Hanukka candle in Hebron

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:06:12 GMT

Event is part of a plan to bring MKs to various places of historic significance in the West Bank during the holiday.

US to Wikileaks: Release will 'endanger countless lives'

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 11:12:14 GMT

Obama administration warns of threat to counter-terrorism operations; Israel on high alert as US briefs int'l community.

Israel on high alert being briefed about WikiLeaks release

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 10:25:39 GMT

Documents thought to include private, candid assessments of foreign leaders, governments that could erode trust in the US; Israeli gov't source: US did not want us to hear about it from media.

Fatah: No to Israel as Jewish state, no land swaps

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 02:05:35 GMT

Israeli official asks: What sort of peace are you offering us; Revolutionary Council urges PA to foil J'lem-Golan Heights referendum law.

Israel welcomes Canadian decision to boycott Durban III

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:53:34 GMT

"The Durban process commemorates an agenda that promotes racism rather than combats it," Canadian minister says.

Settlers use child’s letter to campaign against freeze

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 05:03:02 GMT

This week ten-year-old Eden, who lives in Avnei Hefetz settlement, east of Netanya, wrote letter to PM asking him to resist US pressure.

Settlers buoyed by referendum legislation

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 02:24:55 GMT

“This is very good news, because we know that an overwhelming majority of Israelis oppose a Palestinian state,” says Naftali Bennet.

Settlers to Netanyahu: Yes, you can say no to Obama

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 05:28:21 GMT

Protesters lobbying PM to refuse US initiated 90-day settlement freeze make play on Obama's famous "Yes we can" election slogan.

‘One more against the freeze’

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:55:31 GMT

Teenagers try to sway Likud Party members to sign letter supporting 10 Likud MKs, 4 Likud ministers, who oppose PM's freeze plan.

Settlers to pitch protest tent outside PM's office

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 22:50:00 GMT

"We will not allow our nation to be bribed" by the US, settler leaders say, continue demonstrations against 90-day settlement freeze.

Analysis: A US statement on e. J'lem is hard to come by

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:10:24 GMT

A clear, written document would represent a policy precedent on Jewish neighborhoods in east Jerusalem, says ex-ambassador Kurtzer.

Netanyahu: US deal will safeguard Israel's security

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 21:44:11 GMT

Speaking at PM's entrepreneurship and innovation prize ceremony, prime minister says: We are in intensive contacts with the US to move the process forward.

Peres hopeful on freeze agreement and renewed talks

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 10:28:29 GMT

Obama administration official says letter detailing freeze deal being drafted; PMO: “Jerusalem is outside of the discussion on this issue."

US official says letter detailing freeze deal being drafted

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 03:05:58 GMT

"It was always envisioned that there would be a letter...we are nailing down the specifics," senior US official says; “Jerusalem is outside of the discussion on this issue,” Netanyahu’s office states.

PM’s Office: Jerusalem not part of freeze proposal

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:46:33 GMT

Israel expects to receive written US assurances imminently; Washington officials refuse to confirm the reports of a written deal.

PMO: Terms of freeze deal will not include J'lem building

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 22:31:11 GMT

Clinton refuses to comment, says US working closely with 2 sides towards creating conditions to enable renewed talks.

Clinton refuses comment on written guarantees request

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 21:19:32 GMT

Israeli officials: E. J'lem hasn’t delayed freeze document; Erekat refutes claims that PA holding up talks.

Israeli officials: E. J'lem hasn’t delayed freeze document

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:44:27 GMT

Officials reject reports that J'lem building may be frozen as part of deal; Erekat: claims PA holding up talks are false.

Security Cabinet okays Ghajar unilateral withdrawal

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:26:35 GMT

Residents of village on Lebanon border take to the street in protest: We are fighting for the village so that it won’t be divided.

Israel, US working to avoid clashes over freeze plan

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 03:51:48 GMT

Representatives in Washington conducting serious talks over wording of agreement; diplomatic sources blame Palestinians for lack of letter.

Security cabinet members skeptical over new freeze

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 02:26:41 GMT

“Since Israel carried out first freeze, Palestinians have just gotten further away from negotiating table,” MK Tzipi Hotovely says.

PM insists US give written guarantees, officials say

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 23:31:45 GMT

MK Edelstein says he doubts the US would ever put pledges in writing; diplomatic sources blame Palestinians for lack of letter, say they are not satisfied with 90-day freeze; Begin says letter wouldn't be enough.

Palestinians have delayed freeze deal with the US

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 18:43:48 GMT

Sources say PA refusing to return to negotiating table even if new 90-day freeze implemented; opposition is responsible for delay in Israel receiving letter outlining terms of deal.

US refuses to confirm offer of 20 F-35 fighter jets

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 02:50:51 GMT

P.J. Crowley says US is "committed to maintaining Israel's qualitative edge in region"; suggests 1-year deadline is flexible.

Likud rebels cast doubt on US pledges, warn of party split

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:41:39 GMT

J'lem committee cancels discussion of 1,000 new homes; Begin slams Netanyahu for not honoring promises; Clinton hails PM’s ‘serious effort.’

PM: Don’t boycott Ariel center

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:20:50 GMT

Netanyahu joins debate on directors boycott of theater, explains that "cultural center is important, and Ariel is important."

What the US is proposing, as presented to the cabinet

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 01:12:05 GMT

Prime Minister Netanyahu is set to seek approval for such an accord from the 15-member security cabinet.

New freeze set to pass security cabinet by one vote

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 01:01:21 GMT

Obama calls measure “very constructive step," says Netanyahu "is serious"; rightists show stiff resistance.

Peace Now: Settler construction is coming back strong

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:23:32 GMT

New report suggests that ‘1,126 foundations have been laid in 45 days, compared to 1,888 for all of ’09’; data relies on aerial footage.

Ayalon to lay wreath in Hiroshima

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 03:13:53 GMT

Deputy Foreign Minister heads to Tokyo with Iran’s nukes high on the agenda; Israeli dignitaries have visited Japan, none has laid wreath at the site.

Israeli-Arab tensions could cancel top level conference

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 02:56:38 GMT

Diplomatic sources say the cancellation has been unfairly blamed on stalled peace talks; other regional tensions are actual reason.

Netanyahu, Clinton meeting ends after 7 hours

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 01:08:49 GMT

Marathon bid held to find path to new peace talks; Israeli officials call meetings "very serious," say "everything is on the table."

Netanyahu, Clinton in marathon bid to start talks anew

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:41:22 GMT

US Secretary of State calls the prime minister a "peacemaker"; Israeli officials call meetings "very serious," say "everything is on the table."

Netanyahu: Iran wants to control Middle East oil

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 08:24:11 GMT

PM tells US television channels that Iran "has to be dealt with not merely for Israel's sake, but for the peace of the entire world."

Clinton: US upset with J’lem housing announcement

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 23:13:50 GMT

Netanyahu: Israel needs multi-lateral peace deal, asks Kissinger for advice on advancing "historic peace" with Palestinians.

Netanyahu: Israel needs multi-lateral peace deal

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:25:56 GMT

Sources say PM is expected to tell Clinton of need to expand peace to larger circle of Arab countries; specific countries he was referring to not clear.

Netanyahu: Iran wants to control Middle East oil

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:41:27 GMT

PM speaks on US television, says issue must be dealt with "for the peace and prosperity of the entire world."

Netanyahu to Obama: Jerusalem is not a settlement

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 04:18:50 GMT

Exchange between Israel, US continues; State Dept. says both parties responsible for creating conditions for successful negotiations.

Hungarian FM to EU: Don’t link Israel upgrade to peace

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:03:42 GMT

In interview with 'Post,' Janos Martonyi urges Israel, Turkey to overcome strained ties and reestablish long-standing friendship.

Crowley chides PM's statements on J'lem building

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 01:59:47 GMT

State Dept. responds to earlier PMO statement denying "any connection between the peace process, construction in J'lem,"; PMO responds to Obama criticism, "J'lem is not a settlement, it is the capital of Israel."

Crowley chides PM's statements on J'lem building

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 23:37:16 GMT

Netanyahu on building plans: 'Jerusalem isn't a settlement'

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:47:24 GMT

PMO responds to int'l criticism about Israeli plans to advance 1,345 homes in Jewish areas of east J'lem by saying gov't never agreed to place any restrictions on construction in capital, which has 800,000 residents.

PM urges friendly states to reject PA unilateralism

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:51:26 GMT

“We should spend the next year trying to reach an historic agreement for peace and not waste time arguing about marginal issues," he said.

Netanyahu to Ban: 'Don’t erase 4,000 years of history'

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:07:09 GMT

PM meets UN secretary-general in New Orleans, urges him to change UNESCO statement; says don't "distort historical facts" for political gain.

Hungarian FM: Neither side should act unilaterally

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 03:39:29 GMT

Exclusive: Janos Martonyi calls on Palestinians to return to negotiating table ahead of meeting with PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad.

Netanyahu: 'Old hatred against Jews now directed at Israel'

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 20:04:04 GMT

PM warns Jewish GA against nuclear Iran; calls delegitimization of Israel a "modern day blood libel"; defends IDF's actions in Gaza war, says Goldstone authors "owe Israel an apology."

Gates: Threat of force not the only way to deter Iran

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 08:57:28 GMT

US defense secretary responds to PM's assertion that only military option will stop Iran's nuke program, says sanctions are hitting Teheran hard.

'Only credible military threat will stop Iran nuclear race'

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:27:03 GMT

Netanyahu to Biden: “The only way to ensure Iran is not armed with nuclear weapons is to create a credible threat of military action."

Lieberman: We should leave Ghajar unilaterally

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 17:30:32 GMT

FM says J'lem's intention was to leave northern part of village long ago; Netanyahu expected to present withdrawal plan to UN.

Israel to withdraw from village on Lebanon border

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 03:27:15 GMT

PM to announce intention to move troops out of Israel-Lebanon border village in meeting with UN secretary-general this week.

Cooperation with UNESCO only partially suspended

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 01:40:31 GMT

Israel notifies it refuses to cooperate with the execution of any part of decision calling Jewish Landmarks part of "occupied Palestinian territory."

PA gives US 2 more weeks to get direct talks restarted

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:46:52 GMT

Never mind Arab League's looming deadline says Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat; PM heads to US for talks with Biden, Clinton, Jewish leaders.

Hague: We’ll amend universal jurisdiction within a year

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 21:39:13 GMT

Visiting British FM vows to make it safe for Israeli officials to travel to UK; urges settlement freeze, vows to confront Iran nuclear threat.

Gov't index shows increasing PA incitement against Israel

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 04:20:02 GMT

PM: Just as in Israel there is no rejection of the other side, so too do we expect the Palestinians to act and to educate for peace.

‘Inability to protect officials halting UK-Israel dialogue'

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 02:02:55 GMT

Officials in J’lem tell Hague more must be done over universal jurisdiction legislation; Hague meets with Fayyad, Palestinian activists.

PM to meet with Ban Ki-moon in New York

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:52:38 GMT

Netanyahu to ask UN chief to rebuff PA’s unilateral statehood bid; Arab League Sec.-Gen. says he wants the UN to lead peace process.

Hague: I support activism against the security barrier

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:22:09 GMT

Israel announces no special dialogue with UK foreign secretary's trip to J'lem; Hague meets with Peres, Lieberman.

UK’s Hague to push for new settlement freeze

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 02:58:49 GMT

Foreign Office spokesman says freeze will allow talks to be resumed, finding a viable solution to the conflict is in everyone's long-term interest.

Orlev: Threat of new settlement freeze exists

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 23:32:16 GMT

Land of Israel Lobby aims to force Netanyahu to issue new building permits.

Ayalon uses Facebook to present Israel’s case

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:02:21 GMT

"We have to understand that we are facing a very dedicated enemy," says deputy FM at J'lem seminar; de-legitimization will be "obstacle to peace."

Fayyad cancels participation in east J'lem ceremony

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:36:26 GMT

Move comes after Aharonovitch signs order prohibiting PA officials from taking part in political activities within Israeli territory without obtaining a permit.

Hague makes first visit to Israel as British FM

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 03:17:27 GMT

British foreign minister has been critical of continued settlement construction in W.Bank; set to meet Schalit family.

PM: US hasn't offered incentives in exchange for freeze

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:17:36 GMT

At Likud meeting Netanyahu says Palestinian unilateral declaration of state would "exact a price from both sides."

Tourism minister urges Israelis to boycott Turkey

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:03:52 GMT

Mesezhnikov's call for travelers to boycott Turkey follows reports that Ankara had classified Israel as a "strategic threat."

Netanyahu: We stand before a rising wave of terror

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:50:37 GMT

PM addresses plot to harm 2 synagogues in Chicago ahead of his visit next week to US to participate in Jewish Federation's General Assembly.

PM slams UNESCO calling Rachel's Tomb a mosque

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:17:44 GMT

Gov't attacks cultural body's request that Israel remove Rachel's Tomb, Cave of the Patriarchs from list of national heritage sites.

Settler numbers rise at almost 3 times nat’l average

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:14:20 GMT

Central Bureau of Statistics figures show West Bank Jewish population at 303,900 in June 2010, up 7,200 in six months.

Settler leaders warn of ‘silent building freeze’

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 05:33:19 GMT

Political echelon withholding permits for over 4,300 units that have already completed the planning process, settlers say.

Serry slammed for equating Israeli and Palestinian 'terror'

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:49:25 GMT

Israel reacts to UN envoy's comparison of settler vandalism to terror: Does Serry pretend Israeli suicide bombers attack Palestinian buses?

UN backs Palestinians plans for statehood by August

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:29:44 GMT

"All int'l players now in agreement that the Palestinians ready for statehood at any point in the near future," UN official Serry tells Fayyad.

'Diplomacy may trump law in settlement demolitions'

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 01:42:10 GMT

State advises High Court on enforcing W. Bank building regulations; Defense Ministry rejects Yesh Din demand to destroy Amona outpost.

Israel warns of unilateral steps if PA seeks UN statehood

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:12:57 GMT

Gov't source says considering reviving Olmert’s “convergence” ideas for a withdrawal from parts of the West Bank.

Palestinians blame 'hilltop youth' for school arson

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:39:28 GMT

Water pipes melted and burst, saving whole building from burning; IDF: Clear escalation in settler violence.

'Outposts should not be razed at the demand of petitioners'

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:48:10 GMT

State tells court High Court destroying outposts has diplomatic implications, should not be done haphazardly just because of opposition.

Hamas says no progress in negotiations on Schalit

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 01:18:48 GMT

Netanyahu confirms reports that contacts have been renewed with German mediator Gerhard Konrad who recently visited Gaza.

Abbas: I won't resume talks until building freeze renewed

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:39:39 GMT

PA president says he is willing to accept a "silent freeze"; and "whole world" is saying the settlement moratorium must continue, why can't I?

State Department condemns east Jerusalem building

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:27:57 GMT

US, Russia and France ask government to reconsider decision; US congressman: "Capital is not a settlement."

Palestinians may ask UN to recognize state in ’67 borders

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 21:08:00 GMT

Paris summit scheduled for next week postponed; Israel: PA’s statement meant to pressure international community.

Website to show Palestinian violence against Jewish farmers

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 04:05:27 GMT

Samaria Citizens' Committee attempts to combat "distorted image" of one-sided provocation.

Oxfam: PA and IDF could help olive farmers double crop

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 03:54:08 GMT

Report chastises the Palestinian Authority, Israel and the int'l community for failing to help ancient form of West Bank agriculture.

'Palestinian olives stolen, groves vandalized'

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 05:45:08 GMT

B’Tselem and Rabbis for Human Rights say thousands of Palestinians trees, hundreds more have been vandalized, allegedly by settlers in West Bank.

Settlers tell PM: Respond to PA rejectionism by building

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 02:44:03 GMT

Leaders urge Netanyahu to issue new building tenders after PA rejection; Efrat Council: We understand there's no partner for negotiations.

'If PA rejects Jewish state, authorize West Bank building'

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 22:05:52 GMT

Settler leaders call on PM to issue new Jewish West Bank building tenders in response to PA's rejection; Efrat Council head tells 'Post' we understand that there is no partner for negotiations."

Noam Schalit: EU not done enough to pressure Hamas

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 01:35:35 GMT

“When there is a need to pressure Israel, the European Union knows how to do that very well,” Schalit says after meeting with Spanish, French FMs.

IDF kills Hamas men who murdered 4 Israelis in August

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 02:22:42 GMT

Hamas threatens to 'respond through all means' to the raid; Fayyad says ‘killing our citizens’ doesn’t lead to peace.

State agrees to hear settler argument against sealing shul

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:54:47 GMT

MK Danon: I want to commend the PM for getting involved in this issue and I am sure that after the hearing, the synagogue will be saved.

Settlers pleased moratorium renewal seems distant

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 04:16:13 GMT

“With God’s help, it will continue this way,” Binyamin Regional Council chairman Avi Ro’eh said.

State agrees to hear settler argument against sealing shul

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:09:55 GMT

MK Danon: I want to commend the PM for getting involved in this issue and I am sure that after the hearing, the synagogue will be saved.

Settlers to High Court: Stop sealing of El Matan synagogue

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 03:16:30 GMT

Settlers claim outpost is neighborhood of Ma’aleh Shomron, Peace Now states it is located outside the settlement’s legally recognized borders.

Officials fear mosque arson will spark more violence

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 02:09:23 GMT

"Price tag" graffiti sprayed on wall; "Whoever did this is a terrorist in every sense of the word," Barak declares.

'US promises are like a poison pill in a candy wrapper'

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 02:29:49 GMT

Settler leaders lobby ministers to reject potential deal between PM and the Americans which would lead to extension of West Bank building freeze.

Mitchell, Ashton to meet leaders for peace talks push

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 07:27:44 GMT

The two will meet PM in Caesarea followed by Abbas in Ramallah; White House denies Obama sent Israel a letter offering security guarantees.

US denies it sent a letter demanding freeze extension

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:26:40 GMT

Mitchell plans to hold second round of meetings with Netanyahu, Abbas; Ashton still to meet with both leaders.

Dutch ad watchdog criticizes Israeli tourism maps

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 21:53:27 GMT

Advertising Code Committee rules Israeli Nat'l Tourism Board materials do not clearly show Israel's "international recognized borders."

White House denies Obama sent freeze letter to Netanyahu

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:39:25 GMT

Spokesman contradicts reports that in return for a two-month extension of building freeze the US guaranteed future weapons deliveries and an IDF presence in Jordan Valley, among other promises.

Lieberman: My views are 'clear, consistent, known to all'

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:40:41 GMT

FM says Barak called for division of J'lem in potential peace agreement, yet no one blamed him for going against gov't stance.

PM says will meet Abbas in Paris, but PA yet to agree

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:57:30 GMT

Palestinians: If building continues, we will stop the talks; Mitchell arrives in Israel to broker compromise.

Netanyahu, Lieberman spar as FM says no peace ‘for decades’

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:27:15 GMT

The prime minister is the one running negotiations on behalf of the state of Israel, PMO says.

Netanyahu: Lieberman's speech not coordinated with me

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 18:40:08 GMT

Comments come in response to Foreign Minister's proposal at General Assembly for “two-staged” solution; FM says peace deal could take decades.

Work begins on hundreds of settlement homes

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:29:10 GMT

Permits, financing remain in short supply, residents of Dolev plan to name street after Netanyahu.

‘Tonight, we are returning this decree to the trash bin'

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:52:31 GMT

Likud MK Dannon asks settlers' forgiveness for treatment like "second class citizens," as building freeze ends

Netanyahu tells ministers not to discuss freeze with media

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 11:01:12 GMT

Government yet to unveil strategy regarding moratorium end which could derail talks; Likud MK Danny Danon says activists plan to lay the cornerstone of a new neighborhood in the Revava settlement.

Settlers prepare for end of West Bank building freeze

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 17:28:53 GMT

Likud MK Danny Danon says activists plan to lay the cornerstone of a new neighborhood in the Revava settlement.

The settlements’ fateful hour

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:18:24 GMT

With peace talks under way, settler leaders are worried that not only will the moratorium on building be extended, but that the very future of the settlement enterprise is gravely threatened.

PMO: UN flotilla panel blamed Israel before probe began

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 03:28:22 GMT

Human Rights Council report accuses IDF of "incredible violence" in 'Mavi Marmara' raid; Turkey demands "formal apology and compensation."

Playwright Sobol: Settlements are like ticks on a dog

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:39:51 GMT

During a Peace Now flight, writer compares settlements to metastasized tumors.

‘Settlements at your fingertips’

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:37:26 GMT

Americans for Peace now releases app which provides a "comprehensive settlements database, integrated with high-tech mapping technologies."

Dutch local authorities turn backs on Israeli delegation

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 01:30:21 GMT

Lieberman slams decision made after discovery that settler council heads were group participants, but stresses decision not made by Netherlands government.

'Syria welcomes US push for peace talks with Israel'

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 08:47:43 GMT

Syrian officials praise American efforts to renew diplomatic track with Israel but question if it is "willing and able to make peace."

Russian plan to sell arms to Syria alarms Israel, US

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:29:28 GMT

Defense official warns of danger weapons will be used against Israel; Ahmadinejad stops in Damascus on way to UN.

Historic absence of housing starts in Judea and Samaria

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:37:21 GMT

Only five new housing starts in settlements in first two quarters of 2010; sharp contrast to same period last year.

PM to visit Greece today

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 01:20:41 GMT

Netanyahu will become the first Israeli prime minister to visit Greece.

Israel to reject preconditions

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:48:28 GMT

Abbas to hold PLO C'tee meeting before deciding on direct talks.

'PA may agree to talks in 2 days'

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:51:01 GMT

Reports say Abbas waiting for Quartet statement before announcement.

Traveling pizzeria is a West Bank hit

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 02:45:50 GMT

A little taste of Italy in a dusty parking lot.

Abbas, Abdullah, Mubarak meet in Cairo

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:43:17 GMT

Trilateral summit focuses on US pressure for direct talks.

Settlers protest new Palestinian city

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 03:50:32 GMT

Binyamin Citizens’ Committee: Rawabi will connect Jenin to Hebron.

23 settlement activists arrested after march into Jericho

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:45:36 GMT

Police said that activists had attacked them.

MK Ami Ayalon pushes to revive compensation bill

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Former Labor minister: Program will be needed after ‘inevitable failure of direct talks with the Palestinians.’

IDF West Bank soldiers asked to respect Ramadan

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:50:38 GMT

"Refrain from eating, drinking and smoking in public during Muslim fasting month".

High Court: Seal illegal West Bank synagogue

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:55:00 GMT

Upholds June ruling; synagogue located in the El Matan outpost in Samaria.

Hamas accuses Israel of Eilat rockets

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 18:26:56 GMT

Gaza group claims attack a pretext for violence against Palestinians.

Border Police destroy settler homes

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:52:18 GMT

Synagogue also razed in unauthorized outpost Mitzpe Avihai.

PM issues warnings to Lebanon, Hamas

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:32:46 GMT

US says Lebanese fire was "wholly unjustified and unwarranted."

PM, Egypt blame Hamas for rockets

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:40:21 GMT

Hamas rejects Cairo's claims that it wanted to frame Egyptian groups.

Schalit: Pressure Hamas prisoner swap

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 02:38:44 GMT

Noam and Aviva call on Palestinian people to press for exchange deal.

'295 homes begun since freeze'

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 01:44:55 GMT

Peace Now claims settlers violated freeze in West Bank.

Normal life resumes quickly in Ashkelon

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:04:30 GMT

Sha'ar Hanegev residents: We will fight for our right to a normal life.

Six airmen killed in Romania laid to rest across country

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 02:35:18 GMT

‘Watch over us from your big white cloud,’ pregnant wife pleads.

IAF strikes in Gaza; 1 killed

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:17:15 GMT

8 Palestinians wounded in three attacks in various areas of the Strip.

They knew they wouldn't be coming back

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:30:33 GMT

The families of the fallen airmen recount stories of their loved ones.

Wonderful husbands, fathers loved flying

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:10:54 GMT

Bereaved families struggle with their loss.

Lieberman visits Samaria settlements

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:02:42 GMT

Yisrael Beiteinu leader: From September we must resume normal life.

Border Police disperse settler protesters with stun grenade

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:22:36 GMT

Comes after Samaria violence which left 4 settlers, 2 Palestinians wounded.

J’lem unlikely to cooperate with UNHRC

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:33:12 GMT

Official says the flotilla probe mandate is stacked against Israel.

The Israelis: Still Life

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:58:35 GMT

The disengagement led to bitterness for most former Jewish residents of the Gaza Strip.

‘I’d make them drag me out by my hair'

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:58:49 GMT

Women reflect five years after the Gaza pullout.

Far-Right elements target Shin Bet in electronic media war

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:41:01 GMT

Activists exploiting Web to circumvent restrictions on exposing security personnel.

Danon: Settlers will start building the moment freeze ends

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:56:02 GMT

Construction should resume in areas Israel expects to retain, Meridor says.

Metzger, Schalits read Lamentations

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:06:53 GMT

Chief Ashkenazi rabbi prays for return of Schalit by PM's residence.

PM, Abbas to meet Mubarak in Egypt

Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:47:54 GMT

PA president urged to resist US pressure on direct negotiations.

Israel to UN: West Bank ‘outside our boundaries’

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 03:05:16 GMT

Delegation: We can't enforce human rights in territories we don't control.

Evacuees from Gaza, northern Samaria, remember their loss

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:33:26 GMT

Activists launch three-week program including 100 commemorative events to mark five years since disengagement.

Cotler releases 18-point ‘road map’ against Iran

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 05:10:29 GMT

Aim is to ‘sound the alarm and wake up the international community’ to foreign and domestic threats posed by Teheran.

Netanyahu to meet Schalits in J'lem

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:51:22 GMT

Verbal jousting erupts among those for and against Schalit deal.

Aviva Schalit: 'Don't abandon my son'

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:06:44 GMT

Netanyahu to meet family; PM asks Bill Clinton to be envoy to Hamas.

'Security barrier remains unfinished'

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:49:55 GMT

Eight years on, Defense Ministry sees no end in sight.

Former POW: ‘Even one day in captivity is a long time’

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 08:58:13 GMT

Participants in the march to free Gilad Schalit gather in Latrun on next-to-last day of their trek to Jerusalem.

‘Obama knows, a promise is a promise’

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:05:49 GMT

Settler leader: Obama understands Israel must end 10-month moratorium.

'Public support gives us strength'

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:41:23 GMT

Aviva Schalit grateful as 4,000 activists march toward Ramle.

‘Every note we play is going to Gilad’

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:10:08 GMT

Philharmonic, Shlomo Artzi play the Gaza border for abducted soldier.

Settlers step up campaign against PM

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 03:42:31 GMT

"Don’t extend freeze," activists implore as Netanyahu heads to US.

Gazans: Release all Hamas prisoners

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 02:50:59 GMT

Israel Philharmonic to play for Schalit in Eshkol Park.

Gazans: Release all Hamas prisoners

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 23:07:54 GMT

Rona Ramon offers personal prayer for Gilad.

Schalit march ends day in Tel Aviv

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 10:54:21 GMT

Over 10,000 join Freedom March as part of Ayalon South is closed.

Mashaal: Hamas won't back down

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 12:49:48 GMT

‘Freedom March’ stops for Shabbat in front of PM’s Caesarea residence.

Gov't: PA may control Gaza crossings

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 03:02:58 GMT

Israel considers responsibility transfer under Abbas, US pressure.

Mitchell demands Schalit’s release

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:42:59 GMT

During visit, US envoy calls Hamas behavior ‘inhuman.’

PM: Russia, push for Schalit release

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:32:57 GMT

Thousands march with Schalits from Kiryat Motzkin to Kibbutz Yagur.

Settler ads to oppose new freeze

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:27:05 GMT

New settler ad campaign: "Netanyahu is trampling on the settlements."

Mashaal: More will be kidnapped

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:15:25 GMT

Hamas leader says price for Schalit will rise if demands not met.

Schalits to meet with Netanyahu

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 04:33:27 GMT

"Freedom marchers" spend evening in Kiryat Motzkin tent city.

Israel stands firm: We won't free 'mega-terrorists’ in swap

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 05:38:24 GMT

Hamas fails to respond to new prisoner exchange offer; captured soldier's family sets off on march to Jerusalem.

Anniversary of Schalit capture marked

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:54:31 GMT

Miki Goldwasser tells gov't it must pay the price to free soldier.

IDF will boost trucks to Gaza by 200%

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:46:35 GMT

UN official praises new policy; activists urge full Karni opening.

Settler homes near Bat Ayin demolished

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:40:00 GMT

Structures built in memory of slain musician Erez Levanon.

An ‘emotional blockade’ is levied against Israel

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:04:40 GMT

French envoy speaks about human rights.

Schalit’s grandfather pessimistic after meeting with PM

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:51:47 GMT

After discussing deal to free soldier, Tzvi Schalit "exhausted."

'Israel has unfairly shouldered blame'

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:31:11 GMT

French human rights envoy says "nation of survivors" is not alone.

Women are the 'secret weapon'

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 02:34:55 GMT

Organizer of flotilla: "thieving enemy" won't use arms against women.

Peace Now urges longer settlement freeze

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 22:10:56 GMT

"West Bank construction measures irrelevant if moratorium not continued."

UN report: Road blocks down 19%

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 01:21:40 GMT

246 obstacles were removed, increasing West Bank access for Palestinians.

Background: Gush Katif evacuee inquiry

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 04:15:56 GMT

"Rehabilitating the evacuees seen as routine."

UN investigator: 'Boycott legitimate anti-occupation tool'

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:10:11 GMT

Richard Falk supports the anti-Israel boycott.

UN appoints Goldstone monitoring c'tee

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 06:58:36 GMT

Israeli, Palestinian proceedings to be “monitored and assessed."

'Gaza restrictions are the last card'

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 06:53:09 GMT

Schalit family calls for more pressure, organizes trek for Gilad.

'Gaza economy collapsing under siege'

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:10:46 GMT

B'tselem: 95% of factories are closed, 93% of water is polluted.

Arab League chief visits Gaza

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 11:27:08 GMT

Moussa to reach out to top Hamas leaders in a bid to end blockade.

Spain to EU: End Gaza blockade

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 02:13:50 GMT

European Union pressures Israel to lift blockade on Gaza.

EU seeks to open sea route to Gaza

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:29:52 GMT

Ships may be inspected in Cyprus, under new proposals.

Hamas wants raw materials in Gaza

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:03:27 GMT

Ministers reject Israel's relaxation of food restrictions.

'Hamas nixes Schalit deal over embargo'

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 04:25:34 GMT

Soldier's father: Aid crisis due to Islamists' inflexibility.

Israel lets snacks, juice, spices, shaving cream into Gaza

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:02:02 GMT

Officials say decision to allow more goods in by land unconnected to pressure over the naval blockade.

8 cops, 38 settlers hurt in Beit El clashes

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:16:50 GMT

"One youth called me a Nazi, and they threw big rocks," commander tells ‘Post.'

'Gaza uproar unlikely to hurt economy'

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 06:20:29 GMT

US Treasury official says Israel will weather the storm financially.

Erdogan plans to sail to Gaza

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 05:13:25 GMT

Turkish PM may personally try to break blockade.

Israel urges ship to divert course

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 18:51:53 GMT

Free Gaza founder says 'Rachel Corrie' won't cede to request.

'US pressed Israel to let activists go'

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 05:06:00 GMT

Turkish official says the Israeli-Turkish crisis is far from over.

PM may let more goods into Strip

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:25:42 GMT

Navy ready to block protest ship ‘Rachel Corrie’.

PM: Israel faces hypocrisy and a biased rush to judgment

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:25:32 GMT

"This was not a 'Love Boat', it was a hate boat."

Israel rejects independent probe calls

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:11:04 GMT

Turkish PM: IDF Raid "a massacre"; ministers: We were not consulted.

Turkey recalls top envoy

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 06:43:56 GMT

Ankara warns of potentially irreparable harm to ties.

Zero housing starts in W. Bank

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:28:42 GMT

Central Bureau of Statistics: No new settler construction in 2010.

Israel faces int'l fury over flotilla

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:35:42 GMT

Turkey leads condemnation efforts, recalls ambassador.

Barak: Flotilla organizers to blame

Mon, 31 May 2010 13:44:37 GMT

Defense minister: IDF tried to disperse Gaza protesters peacefully.

Ayalon: Flotilla linked to al Qaida

Mon, 31 May 2010 09:14:13 GMT

Deputy FM makes 1st official Israeli response; PM updated in Canada.

'Why save Haiti but not Schalit?'

Sun, 30 May 2010 22:21:02 GMT

Father says government should make deal for kidnapped soldier.

443’s opening to Palestinians falls flat

Sun, 30 May 2010 04:39:04 GMT

Only 15 cars with PA license plates use road on Friday.

Route 443 opens to Palestinians

Fri, 28 May 2010 06:03:21 GMT

Only a few choose to drive on road, but Israelis still fearful.

'PA Boycotts are obstacles to peace’

Fri, 28 May 2010 04:29:04 GMT

Rivlin: "The gov't hasn't understood the severity of the issue."

Settlers call for non-violent resistance

Fri, 28 May 2010 04:12:12 GMT

Leaders unite, call for more effective protest to home demolitions.

'PA boycott is a declaration of war'

Thu, 27 May 2010 13:16:48 GMT

Rivlin says gov't must respond, move could spur international embargo.

Israel avoids biased UN meeting

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:16:33 GMT

UN conference on "inalienable" Palestinian rights opens in Turkey.

PM to get warm welcome from Obama

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:01:14 GMT

Next week's meeting promises to be long on form and short on content.

Settlements plan to serve as war-refuge

Wed, 26 May 2010 06:02:21 GMT

Judea, Samaria and Gaza Council is preparing to host half a million.

Knesset: Delay route 443 opening

Mon, 24 May 2010 22:39:36 GMT

Committee says High Court is not familiar with the road.

Ya'alon: Building to resume in September

Fri, 21 May 2010 03:54:10 GMT

Vice premier vows to end freeze in the fall.

PA declares mass settlement boycott

Wed, 19 May 2010 23:50:27 GMT

Campaign looks to ban all settlement-made products.

Converts pay homage to Ruth at her Hebron tomb

Tue, 18 May 2010 05:02:30 GMT

Kiryat Arba Council member asks gov't to consider site for national heritage list.

'IDF to blame for price-tag atmosphere'

Mon, 17 May 2010 12:37:47 GMT

Rabbi Shapira urges fierce defense of Judea and Samaria hilltops.

Russia-Syria arms deal irks Israel

Sun, 16 May 2010 03:04:40 GMT

Moscow's ME sales have long concerned J'lem, official tells 'Post.'

Palestinians claim settler killed innocent boy working his olive grove

Sat, 15 May 2010 23:50:41 GMT

Jewish man may have fired in response to other Palestinians stoning his car.

Palestinian teen shot dead

Fri, 14 May 2010 17:18:21 GMT

Family: He was nearby when a settler fired at stone-throwing youths.

Settlers launch interactive Web site

Fri, 14 May 2010 02:39:11 GMT

Organization sparks "Zionist internet revolution."

Israel’s EU upgrade to be put off again

Thu, 13 May 2010 08:34:30 GMT

Plan seeks to tie countries to the east, south of Europe into EU.

'Settler homes in W. Bank may be razed'

Wed, 12 May 2010 08:18:18 GMT

Civil Administration threatens to demolish 46 housing starts.

Yitzhar yeshiva to appeal demolition

Tue, 11 May 2010 03:53:03 GMT

1,300-sq.m stone structure charged to be constructed without permit.

Gov’t may legalize outpost where hero majors lived

Sun, 09 May 2010 01:04:44 GMT

It’s the second time in a month the state showed a willingness to authorize West Bank outposts.

Four arrested in clashes over Modi’in Illit home demolition

Fri, 07 May 2010 02:44:10 GMT

Ya’alon: No trading land for terror

Thu, 06 May 2010 05:56:31 GMT

Vice PM says W. Bank settlements aren't what hinders peace.

From Jenin to Jerusalem: Ministry plans West Bank train line

Wed, 05 May 2010 05:07:47 GMT

Easier transport of consumer goods and passengers could “advance the peace process."

'US commitment to Israel unshakable'

Tue, 04 May 2010 07:15:09 GMT

Obama calls Netanyahu as Mitchell arrives to start proximity talks.

Proximity talks to begin Wednesday

Mon, 03 May 2010 08:39:15 GMT

Mitchell to return Monday to mediate Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.

State sues for 2008 evacuation costs

Mon, 03 May 2010 08:24:59 GMT

Suing two right-wing settler groups in Hebron for NIS 305,000.

Mitchell arrives as PM travels to Egypt

Mon, 03 May 2010 07:36:55 GMT

US special envoy is due to return Monday to start the proximity talks.

Gov't mulls harsher prison conditions

Mon, 03 May 2010 06:33:40 GMT

Aim of bill is to increase pressure on Hamas for Schalit's release.

Organ-harvesting allegations still posted on UN Web site

Sun, 02 May 2010 03:36:24 GMT

Web site claims "Israeli physicians, rabbis and IDF may be involved.”

Indirect talks will cover core issues

Sun, 02 May 2010 02:49:39 GMT

Arab League endorses process; Mitchell returns early this week.

Analysis: Likud vote is about power, not peace

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:07:38 GMT

Netanyahu has pushed the Iranian threat aside.

Israel won't honor outpost pledge

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:49:40 GMT

Legal status, rather than promises to US, will determine their fate.

PM to meet Mubarak, discuss PA talks

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:58:17 GMT

Netanyahu tells Likud: "The whole world knows we safeguard Jerusalem."

Hamas hopes film pressures Israel

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 06:48:21 GMT

PM spokesman: Cynical manipulation proves Hamas' character.

Talks may begin on Mitchell's return

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:45:02 GMT

Erekat says Abbas invited to meet with Obama.

Abbas: No temporary borders for state

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 04:17:25 GMT

Mitchell expected to leave Israel without launching proximity talks.

Mitchell hopes to launch proximity talks

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:22:45 GMT

US envoy says negotiations may resume during his 3-day ME visit.

High Court: Settlement freeze is legal

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:14:25 GMT

Rejects four petitions with a political agenda.

Indyk warns of diplomatic 'crisis'

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:14:25 GMT

"Israel must adjust its policy to interest of US."

PM: Stop refined oil exports to Iran

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:50:59 GMT

Teheran announces approval of third enrichment plant.

IDF drafts pre-intifada pullback plan

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:50:59 GMT

Netanyahu to US: Stopping construction in J'lem a nonstarter.

Foreign Ministry honors staffers killed in terrorist attacks

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:24:43 GMT

Ceremony held to honor 16 employees who died representing the nation.

Netanyahu: We want peace, but not at the price of security

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 02:53:48 GMT

PM speaks at Remembrance Day eve ceremony on Ammunition Hill ahead of much-anticipated visit by US special envoy Mitchell.

Mediator meets Gaza officials on Schalit, UK paper says

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:25:37 GMT

Palestinian sources say latest round of meetings "broke no ground."

‘God, I have paid my share’

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:15:23 GMT

This Remembrance Day, on her yearly visit to Mt. Herzl Military Cemetery, Miriam Peretz will have to choose which of her fallen sons to mourn first.

'Occupation’ semantics thwart pan-Mediterranean water deal

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:44:31 GMT

“They want to turn every forum into an arena where they can just isolate us,” Landau accuses Arab League, as 43-nation meeting ends in deadlock.

IDF preps soldiers for settler violence

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 03:55:37 GMT

Graffiti spray-painted on Hawara mosque near Nablus.

Over 10,000 Jews converge on Joshua’s Tomb for mass prayer

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 05:04:44 GMT

Samaria site packed with believers marking anniversary of Israelite leader's death.

Fallen major’s widow pleads for Pollard, not for own home

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:26:10 GMT

Widow of Golani Brigade Maj. Eliraz Peretz, doesn't ask Knesset Speaker Ruby Rivlin to save her home from imminent demolition.

On W. Bank tour, Landau calls for legalizing two outposts

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:19:15 GMT

Add Tel Shiloh to National Heritage List, national infrastructure minister urges.

Likud MKs to PM: Don’t capitulate

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:36:49 GMT

20,000 gather at Cave of Patriarchs in Hebron; bus stoned in PA sector.

Settler activists claim area near Rawabi

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 06:02:24 GMT

Some 60 right-wingers tour site close to new, developing Palestinian city.

G. Hayovel outpost status to be reviewed

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:48:55 GMT

Gov't looks to prevent demolition of family homes of slain IDF majors.

Army reservists plead for Schalit

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:38:16 GMT

Letter to PM on Sunday calls on him to conclude a deal with Hamas for the release of abducted IDF soldier.

‘I don’t know which son to mourn first’

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:35:38 GMT

Miriam Peretz's heart torn between grave of son Uriel killed in Lebanon in 1998 and flag-draped coffin of her son Eliraz, 31, who was slain in Gaza on Friday.

‘No mother wants her son to die’

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 06:30:16 GMT

Mother of Eliraz Peretz, killed Friday in Gaza, says she has taught her children "to live with heroism and pride in this country.”

UNHRC OKs Goldstone implementation c’tee

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:41:38 GMT

New push for reparations to Gazans harmed by "unlawful" Israel.

US backs Israel at UNHRC

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 05:20:30 GMT

Despite strained relations, US ambassador slams "one sided" treatment of Israel.

UN site posts organ harvesting claim

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:55:01 GMT

Statement written by NGO accuses Israel of “ethnic cleansing, massacres.”

Iran, Libya bid for UNHRC membership

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 03:23:46 GMT

Leshno Yaar: Iran's inclusion would be "last straw in diminishing reputation."

'You've done nothing to stop rockets'

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:05:25 GMT

Israel's UN ambassador attacks UNHRC as damaging peace effort, unbalanced.

Schalit appeals UNHRC for son’s release

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:04:44 GMT

"Insist that Hamas releases Gilad," father of captive IDF soldier implores.

‘UNHRC denies us right to self-defense'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:23:09 GMT

Israel's UN ambassador attacks council as damaging peace effort, unbalanced.

Schalit appeals UNHRC for son’s release

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:30:30 GMT

"Insist that Hamas releases Gilad," father of captive IDF soldier implores.

Brig.-Gen. Alon: IDF used rubber bullets

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:27:14 GMT

Senior commander rejects claims that 2 Nablus youths died of live ammunition.

Pillay rebukes Israel, Palestinians

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:22:10 GMT

UNHRC chief: Both sides failed to investigate selves as per Goldstone report.

Ban to Gazans: We stand with you

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:49:23 GMT

UN chief praises Israel's Haiti outreach but condemns Operation Cast Lead.

10 workers saw their friend die

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:38:07 GMT

Mane Singauephon came to Netiv Ha’asara more than three years ago to support his family back home.

Israeli NGO’s Gaza report sent out

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:16:27 GMT

Foreign Ministry spokesman warns that "battle is one of politics, not fact."

Activists appeal order sealing security barrier areas

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:56:48 GMT

Anarchists Against the Wall rep tells 'Post' move an attempt to stop Friday demonstrations in Ni’lin and Bil’in.

Efrat synagogue foundations destroyed

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:09:37 GMT

Settlers laid foundation for synagogue after the moratorium went into effect.

EU Parliament demands Schalit’s release

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:34:20 GMT

Move comes a day after becoming first after UN to adopt Goldstone Report.

EU Parliament backs Goldstone Report

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:10:21 GMT

Foreign Ministry attack the decision, approved by a slim majority.

'Settler population rose 4.9% in 2009'

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:30:16 GMT

4.1 percent of Israelis live in Judea and Samaria, central bureau figures show.

'No to cash for draconian moratorium’

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:26:45 GMT

MKs reject Barak's request to transfer NIS 12 m. from security budget.

Barak unfreezes 112 settler homes

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:39:12 GMT

Ministry of Defense allows construction in Beitar Illit for safety issues.

PLO expected to vote on resuming talks

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:35:39 GMT

Mitchell meets Barak; Biden en route for first trip to region as VP.

'Soon 2-states won’t be possible'

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:51:51 GMT

UN humanitarian coordinator says Israel stymied Palestinian nat'l aspiration.

UN coordinator demands Israel reopen Gaza crossings

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:06:42 GMT

John Holmes says "blockade" of Strip is "unacceptable" and "disturbing."

CBS report: W. Bank housing starts rise

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:03:55 GMT

Work began on 593 Jewish homes from October through December, despite freeze.

PA urges int'l pressure on heritage list

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:11:55 GMT

To protest Israel's move, PA holds cabinet meeting in Hebron, not Ramallah.

Noam Schalit urges UN to help bring Gilad home

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:15:45 GMT

Captive soldier's father meets with senior UN official in Jerusalem, notes Goldstone report.

'Keep Cave of Patriarchs off list'

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:22:26 GMT

In protest of nat'l heritage decision, PA moves cabinet meeting to Hebron.

Palestinian Cabinet meeting in Hebron

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:32:18 GMT

Move aimed at protesting Israel's addition of shrine to list of heritage sites.

PA to convene cabinet in Hebron

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 06:29:51 GMT

Jewish community’s rainy Purim celebration passes quietly.

'Fayyad is inciting violence'

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 04:01:30 GMT

Clashes spread from Hebron to J'lem; PA, Jordan: Israel provoked escalation.

Palestinians, IDF clash in Hebron, day 4

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:22:28 GMT

The stun grenade exploded with a flash and a loud bang. Smoke filled the air. People ran, as tear gas canisters screeched overhead.

Palestinians, IDF clash in Hebron, day 4

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:22:57 GMT

The stun grenade exploded with a flash and a loud bang. Smoke filled the air. People ran, as tear gas canisters screeched overhead.

MKs: Why did IDF abandon 2 settlements?

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:36:23 GMT

Two southern Hebron Hills locales left without security details for past month.

EU support for Goldstone Report ahead of debate

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:01:47 GMT

Secretary of state for EU in Spanish Foreign Ministry: The Goldstone Report seems to be objective and well-grounded.

March to mark Goldstein massacre

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:44:33 GMT

Palestinian demo comes amid heightened Hebron tensions over heritage list.

Noam Schalit presses Amnesty to urge Hamas to release Gilad

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:20:30 GMT

Father of captive soldier reminds that Goldstone Report urges Hamas to grant Gilad the rights and privileges of a prisoner of war.

EU to debate Goldstone Report

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:30:14 GMT

Rivlin: To Goldstone’s standards, Churchill should have been placed in the dock.

'Abbas campaign is hypocritical'

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:28:43 GMT

PM responds to accusation that nat'l heritage plan could start war in ME.

Right-wing activists: Infiltration of Jericho ‘first step'

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:46:06 GMT

Ben-Gvir: There are eight sites under Palestinian control that we plan to enter.

Clashes in Hebron over heritage list

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:42:21 GMT

PA official calls Israeli decision ‘very dangerous.’

900 Betar Illit kids may be without classrooms

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:09:40 GMT

Mayor Rubinstein: Building moratorium could mean children will have no place to learn.

Cabinet approves PM’s Heritage Plan

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:22:58 GMT

Cave of the Patriarchs, Rachel’s Tomb added to project, drawing Left’s fire.

35 right-wingers arrested in Jericho

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:10:03 GMT

Activists evacuated from ancient synagogue after illegally entering city.

Patriarchs' Cave in heritage plan

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 15:15:57 GMT

PM gives in to pressure from Shas ministers, right-wing groups, lobbyists.

Netanyahu to bring Heritage Plan to cabinet

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:18:54 GMT

Knesset Lobby for Greater Israel to visit Cave of the Patriarchs to protest the site’s exclusion from PM's plan.

PM urged to add Cave of the Patriarchs to heritage list

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:42:13 GMT

As part of a new Heritage Plan, Netanyahu intends to present cabinet with list of 100 sites marked for preservation.

IDF destroys 3 housing starts violating construction freeze

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 06:03:05 GMT

IDF demolition in Revava is first of its kind.

Hesder rabbi: IDF insubordination teaches children anarchy

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:40:50 GMT

Everyone has a red line, but when it becomes a movement or a rallying cry, it is a descent into mob rule, warns Yuval Cherlow.

Iran under fire at UNHRC

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 07:58:23 GMT

Senior Iranian diplomat says int'l probe is "totally out of the question."

‘29 settlements defy freeze order’

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 06:10:32 GMT

Vilna’i makes statement in response to question posed by Meretz chairman.

Ministers delay freeze compensation plan

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:26:53 GMT

IDF rerouting barrier near Bil'in

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:05:48 GMT

"By nonviolent struggle we can achieve our goals," villager tells 'Post.'

Goldstone analyst: Hamas only fired 2 rockets at Israel

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:06:12 GMT

Dore Gold: He can't be an analyst on any military issue and should not be employed by the United Nations.

How to win friends, settler style

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:05:28 GMT

Yehuda Shimon has been able to prevent violence with border policemen by smiling.

NYT editor defends reporter's Israel posting

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:20:08 GMT

Questions raised following report Ethan Bronner’s son is in the IDF.

'UK’s Conservative Party would refuse to talk to Hizbullah'

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:26:06 GMT

UK Shadow Security Minister Neville-Jones to ‘Post’: If you talk with the extremists, why bother to be moderate?

Likud ministers show support for settlements

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:03:23 GMT

Some take stand alongside ‘Lobby for Greater Israel,’ pledging an eternal future in Judea and Samaria.

'German mediator to relay Hamas answer'

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:25:36 GMT

Head of Campaign to Free Gilad Schalit says group's response expected this week.

Bennet wants to use settlers to boost Israel’s PR

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:50:25 GMT

New Judea and Samaria council head seeks to change current image of settlements as a liability to the Jewish state.

Jewish Star in Gaza field causes stir

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:14:08 GMT

Satellite photograph shows 60-meter Jewish symbol carved into Palestinian land.

IDF to return to strategic hilltop

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:09:57 GMT

Base on Gush Etzion's Shdema abandoned before construction of Tekoa road.

PM: Ariel is the 'capital of Samaria'

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:47:53 GMT

"We are continuing to build," Netanyahu vows after planting tree in West Bank.

Elon Moreh settlers aren't giving in so easily

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:38:29 GMT

Settlers build small white shack to protest 10-month moratorium on new Jewish building in West Bank settlement.

PM: Settlement blocs indisputable part of Israel

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:01:46 GMT

Netanyahu plants tree in Gush Etzion, will travel to Ma'aleh Adumim, Ariel in honor of Tu B'Shvat.

PM: Settlement blocs indisputable part of Israel

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:45:24 GMT

PM plants tree in Gush Etzion in honor of Tu B'Shvat, to send "clear message that we will stay here."

Netanyahu: Settlement blocs indisputable part of Israel

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:26:49 GMT

PM plants tree in Gush Etzion, will travel to Ma'aleh Adumim, Ariel in honor of Tu B'Shvat, to send "clear message that we will stay here."

Police nab 5 mosque arson suspects in Yitzhar

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:43:23 GMT

Security forces search 2 Yitzhar yeshivot, recover spikes and other items described by police as "cold weapons."

Time to pass on baton to younger leaders, says Wallerstein

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:03:25 GMT

Palestinian statehood must be prevented, but not through violence against the IDF or innocent Palestinians, outgoing Yesha Council leader says.