Ariel Sharon, Israel’s “Bulldozer” Premier, Dies
Whatever Ariel Sharon set out to obtain, he couldn’t be stopped once he was after it.
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Kerry Tries to Rescue Stalled Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks
America’s secretary of state is doing his utmost to ensure that the negotiating process continues.
What Iran’s New Drone Aircraft Mean for Israel
Iran’s new unmanned aerial vehicles go a long way to strengthen its capabilities — and could be used against Israel.
Kerry Persuades Israel, Palestinians to Enter Peace Talks
The American secretary of state manages to get the two sides talking again.
After Weapons Embargo Lifted, Austria Reconsiders Golan Mission
Austria’s foreign minister is afraid that its peacekeepers won’t be seen as a “neutral party” anymore.
Despite Coalition Support, Israeli-Palestinian Peace Deal Unlikely
Centrist parties in Benjamin Netanyahu’s government lack the support to push for a compromise.
Syria Threatens War After Israel Conducts Airstrikes
Assad needs all his manpower and resources to fight his internal enemies, however.
Neighbors, West Accuse Syria of Chemical Weapons Use
Syrian army forces might have repeatedly crossed the United States’ “red line.”
American Middle East Arms Sales Send “Signal” to Iran
Defense secretary Chuck Hagel calls Iran “a real threat”.
Initiative to Restart Peace Talks Stalls over Israeli Objections
The Obama Administration again bangs its head against the wall of Middle East peace.
Kerry Could Revive 2002 Israeli-Palestinian Peace Plan
America’s new secretary of state takes another look at a decade-old peace plan.
Despite Lacking Substance, Obama’s Israel Visit Impressed
The president’s Middle East trip was far from groundbreaking but still a successful one.
Obama Plans “Maintenance Trip” to Israel
Obama’s visit will be a chance for the president to speak to a wary Israeli public.
Netanyahu Excludes Religious Parties from Ruling Coalition
Centrists are expected to replace right-wing religious parties in Israel’s government.
Biden Reiterates Uncompromising Iran Policy
The vice president’s strong language could have adverse effects on negotiations with Iran.