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Palestinian Territories

Swiss and Russian experts reportedly ruled out the possibility that Yasser Arafat was killed by polonium. The Palestinian Authority cabinet condemned the recent killing of Palestinian terrorist Mohammed Asi by Israel in the West Bank. Iran is said to have canceled the planned visit of Hamas’ Khaled Meshal to Tehran.

IAEA

Rift widens on Iranian nuclear deal as Israel, Arabs warn against allowing enrichment

United States

Recently disclosed secret US and Pakistani documents on drone strikes in Pakistan indicate substantial information-sharing by the US and some direct cooperation by Pakistan. German Chancellor Angela Merkel called President Obama for a clarification on reports that the US may have monitored her mobile phone. A federal prosecutor said al Qaeda operative and terror suspect […]

Israel

The Air Force reportedly struck a shipment of advanced weapons destined for Hezbollah; the IDF refused to comment on the report. Defense Minister Ya’alon said Israel is adhering to its red lines when it comes to the transfer of weapons from Syria, and that Hezbollah has not received any chemical weapons from Syria.

Palestinian Territories

Turkey announced plans to provide the Hamas-run Gaza Strip $850,000 to deal with energy needs. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas said he is prepared to meet with Israel’s prime minister at any time to push forward the peace process. Thousands attended the funeral of Palestinian terrorist Mohammed Asi in the West Bank. Hamas’ Saleh Arouri, […]

Israel

U.S., Israel differ over how to resolve Iran nuclear issue

Nigeria

Trial began for two Nigerians, Abdullahi Mustapha Berende and Saidi Adewumi, who are accused of recruiting for an Iran-based terrorist organization; the judge ordered a determination as to whether their confessions had been coerced. Islamic police in Kano publicly paraded 150 people accused of violating sharia law, as part of a new campaign to enforce […]

Saudi Arabia

Intelligence chief Prince Bandar bin Sultan said Saudi Arabia will make a “major shift” away from the US due to the US’ policies towards Syria and Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the 2011 revolt in Bahrain. Former intelligence chief Prince Turki al-Faisal called Obama’s Syrian policies “lamentable.” US Secretary of State Kerry told Foreign Minister […]

Israel

An IDF force near the border with Gaza was fired upon by Palestinians. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned against the implementation of a partial deal related to Iran’s nuclear program. A court ordered the continued remand of a suspected IRGC operative.

Israel

Responding to allegations that Turkey blew the cover of a number of Mossad contacts in Iran, former Mossad chief Danny Yatom said the move, if true, was an act of betrayal. US ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro said the recently discovered terror tunnels from Gaza into Israel were “simply shocking.” A Palestinian who tried to […]

European Union

Behind the Smiles in Geneva, No Concrete Progress in Iran Negotiations

Azerbaijan

Bahram Feyzi, an Iranian citizen, was sentenced to 15 years in jail for planning to attack the Israeli Embassy in Baku. He was arrested in March, as were 21 others who were plotting attacks on American, Israeli, and Jewish targets; at least seven of those arrested have been sentenced to jail.

Israel

The IDF released footage of a recent mid-air refueling exercise during training that “tested the ability of IAF aircraft to fly exceptionally long distances.” Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Israel’s ability to strike Iran, if necessary, should not be “cut short.” An Israeli man, a retired IDF General, was killed in a suspected terror attack […]

Israel

Defense Minister Ya’alon said sanctions against Iran must not be eased. Two IDF soldiers were wounded by mortar fire from Syria for the first time since the start of the Syrian conflict. A rocket fired from Gaza struck in the Eshkol Regional Council. Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly rejected US and Palestinian requests to speed up […]

IAEA

Iran Readies Offer to Limit Its Nuclear Program

Israel

Intelligence Minister Steinitz said Iran’s economy was about 18 months away from collapse. Authorities arrested two Palestinians suspected in the shooting of a 9-year-old girl in Psagot. IDF Chief of Staff Gantz said “the Sinai has become a no-man’s-land and marked as fertile ground for terrorism, [due to] elements that we did not not necessarily […]

United Kingdom

Foreign Minister Hague said the UK is now “more open to direct contact” with Iran; talks have begun on reopening their respective embassies. Hague also said that unless Iran takes concrete steps to address its breach of UN resolutions on its nuclear program, the UK will continue to maintain strong sanctions against Iran.

Syria

The opposition Syrian National Coalition said it would not participate in Geneva II peace talks unless Hezbollah leaves Syria and the talks are not mediated by Iran; the SNC also said it would not talk with the Assad regime. The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant clashed with a tribal group in Raqqah. The […]

Israel

Authorities continued to search for the Palestinian terrorist who shot and wounded a nine-year-old Israeli in the West Bank community of Psagot. Authorities issued an indictment against an Iranian-Belgian national suspected of working on behalf of the IRGC in Israel. Fourteen Israelis were arrested for recent ‘price-tag’ attacks against Arabs.

IAEA

Biggest hurdle to deal on Iranian nuclear program may be talking about the past

Israel

The Shin Bet reported that eight rockets and mortars were fired from the Gaza Strip toward Israel in September. Justice Minister Livni, who is leading negotiations with the Palestinians, said Israel seeks a final status agreement. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Iranian missiles could potentially reach the US. The IDF’s Judea and Samaria Division is […]

Israel

Defense Minister Ya’alon warned that diplomacy with Iran over its nuclear program cannot be done with “wishful thinking.” Israeli officials have reportedly held secret meetings with Gulf officials regarding Iran in recent weeks.

Egypt

Authorities arrested two Palestinians wanted in connection with attacks on security personnel in the Sinai. Policemen in el Arish requested increased protection and better equipment after a spate of killings in the area. Three police officers were wounded after a roadside bomb exploded in the Sinai. An appeal of the decision to ban the Muslim […]

Syria

Foreign Minister Mouallem told the UN that Syrian “terrorists” are being supplied with chemical weapons, and claimed there are no moderate militants in Syria, where jihadists from 83 countries are allegedly fighting. He likened the terrorism suffered by Syria to the 9/11 attacks. Syria said it would not sit at peace talks with the Syrian […]

Israel

President Peres said Israel would consider joining the chemical weapons ban treaty. Prime Minister Netanyahu urged the US to keep up sanctions against Iran. IDF forces fired on two Palestinians who had approached the border fence with Gaza.

Israel

The Shin Bet announced the arrest of an Iranian intelligence operative sent to operate in Israel by the IRGC Qods Force. Prime Minister Netanyahu said he plans to tell ‘the truth‘ about Iran during his trip to the US. The Navy announced that it will soon receive three new Super Dvora fast patrol boats.