Israel: ‘You Don’t Need to go to Paris to Solve Conflict’
On the eve of the French peace conference to help foster peace between Israelis and the Palestinian Authority, Director-General of the Israeli Foreign Ministry Dore Gold is less than optimistic.
Ma’alot Mayor Visits Muqata in Ramallah, PLO Chief’s Grave
The mayor of Ma'alot went to visit Palestinian Authority leader Abu Mazen in Ramallah to discuss the prospects for peace -- but his constituents are very angry.
Jewish-Muslim Medical Center to Rise at Ariel University
The Helmsley Trust is funding a Muslim-Jewish medical center initiative at Ariel University.
Minister Ariel: Liberman’s 2-State Statement Nothing More than ‘Verbal Maneuvering’
"Last year MK Yoel Hasson (Zionist Camp) tried to pass the Arab initiative in the Knesset and the Likud rejected it."
Abbas: If Liberman Supports 2-State Solution We’ll Talk to Him
"If Liberman really means it, the Palestinians will forget that he accused them of being terrorist diplomats."
Jordan’s King Dissolves Parliament, Stifles Riots Over Approval of Israeli Investment
Jordan's King Abdullah moves swiftly to block riots over a controversial decision by the Parliament to approve Israeli investment in the country.
Kulanu’s Leftwing Trend Continues: Housing Minister Supports Settlements Freeze
Kulanu's vagaries in the coming weeks should be viewed in the context of a party on its way to extinction attempting to soar once more by flapping its arms with great vigor.
New Defense Minister Facing Challenges Within and Without
On Friday morning, a Kulanu politician, Environment Minister Avi Gabbay, announced his resignation on account of the Lieberman appointment.
Analysis: Jews Vs. Arabs May Yet Blow Up the DNC Convention this Summer
Republican candidate Donald Trump has good friends in Cornel West and James Zogby, who will surely rattle and shake one of the Democratic party’s most third-ralish third rail issues, in public.
11 Rightwing Questions to Incoming Defense Minister Lieberman
We at the Jewish Press online came up with a list of issues we will be following up during the Lieberman administration at the Defense Ministry, and the reader is invited to add more items.
Palestinian Authority Rejects Direct Talks
The Palestinian Authority refuses to talk directly with Israel, relying on world leaders to intervene.
Netanyahu Tells Knesset He Wants ‘Broader Government,’ Herzog: Stop Zigzagging
Herzog did not explain how a 55% majority of the house can be considered "extremist" while the remaining 45% are the proverbial moderates.
Netanyahu Ready to Go to Paris ‘Tomorrow’ for Direct 2-State Talks with Abbas
"Although we disagree as to the best way to reach peace, I appreciate your commitment to seek peace," Netanyahu told Valls.
Netanyahu: Arab Nations Can Help Bring ‘Real Peace’
Netanyahu seems to place more confidence in the efforts of regional Arab governments than in European peacemaking conferences.
Netanyahu: Expanded Coalition Will Push for Peace Process
Netanyahu expressed his continued openness towards including the opposition Zionist Union faction led by Labor party Chairman Isaac Herzog in the coalition.
In New US – PA Talks on Recovering Debt Ridden Economy, Fingers Point at...
Israel was rebuked this month by the World Bank for ruining the PA economy by, essentially, withholding money it is rightfully due.
With 5 Life Sentences for 5 Murders Marwan Barghouti Prepares to Play Nelson Mandela
At this point, outside the Gaza Strip, only Marwan Barghouti has the street cred and the political wherewithal to rule the PA, which should be a source of concern to Israel.
Netanyahu, Herzog Welcome Egyptian Leader’s Overture for Peace
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi offered to act as a mediator in the Israeli-"Palestinian" conflict.
France Postpones May 30 Conference on ‘Peace Initiative’ Postponed
France has postponed its "peace initiative" because U.S. Secy of State John Kerry is unavailable.
Dozens of Haredi Rabbis Call on Israel to Kill Every Terrorist ‘As Soon As...
The Haredi rabbis referred to "stupid" statements by senior officials in government and the military which, they said, dishonor the nation of Israel and the IDF soldiers.
Netanyahu ‘Doubts French Impartiality’ in Paris Peace Initiative
PM Netanyahu told French FM Ayrault that France appears biased in its sponsorship of the "peace initiative."
Report: Habayit Hayehudi to Leave Netanyahu’s Government in Six Months
Bennett plans to crash the Netanyahu coalition in six months, with or without Labor taking up residence in the cabinet.
Bill Clinton: ‘I Killed Myself to Give Palestinians a State’ [video]
"...Hamas is really smart. When they decide to rocket Israel, they insinuate themselves in the hospitals, in the schools, in the highly populous areas."
France Plans Peace Conference But the US, Israel, and the PA Are reluctant to...
French Prime Minister Manuel Valls plans to visit Israel and the PA ahead of the May 30 conference, but so far neither side has expressed enthusiasm.
Big ‘Nakba’ Protest in TAU this Sunday, Watch this Space for Updates
As long as Israelis held on to their right to settle in the Land of Israel, commemoration of the Nakba was being practiced by very few Arab citizens of Israel.
Reports: Likud and Labor Closer than Ever to Coalition
Israel has seen its share of wall-to-wall coalition governments, especially in the 1980s, and in each instance it has been Labor which acquiesced to join with Likud.
‘Support Israel — Leave Europe’ Campaign Encourages Brits to Drop EU Ties [video]
“We encourage all eligible ex-pats in Israel and elsewhere to make sure they are on the electoral registry before the June 7 deadline to ensure they can vote."
Analysis: Obama Administration Fighting Netanyahu Via AP Leak
"The Quartet, which is supposed to guide the two parties to peace, has been largely irrelevant for the past several years."
Analysis: Sec. Kerry’s Holocaust Memorial Day Message Minimizes Jewish Loss
Kerry is, in effect, acting as a Holocaust denier, even as he mourns the Holocaust.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Tells Abbas Paying Killer Prisoners ‘Unacceptable’
PA Chairman Abbas assured the Norwegian FM that it's not Norway's money that is being used to pay the jailed terrorists.