Live updates on Israel, regional security, U.S.–Israel relations, and developments affecting the Body of Christ in the Middle East.
Obama: Palestinians Deserve an End to the Occupation
Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2015
"I will never give up on the hope for peace between Israelis and Palestinians," said President Barack Obama, "Palestinians deserve an end to the occupation and the daily indignities that come with it. That's why we've worked so…
Israel Army Says Hezbollah Hiding 100,000 Missiles
Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2015
The Lebanese group Hezbollah has built up a massive arsenal of rockets and other advanced weapons in Shi'ite villages of southern Lebanon, a senior Israeli intelligence official said Wednesday, warning civilians would be at risk if war breaks…
Vatican Officially Recognizes Palestinian State
Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2015
The Vatican officially recognized the state of Palestine in a new treaty finalized Wednesday, immediately sparking Israeli ire and accusations that the move hurt peace prospects.
Obama Calls on Israel to Pursue Two-State Solution
Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2015
U.S. President Barack Obama said Wednesday that he looks to the incoming Israeli government and the Palestinians to show a "genuine commitment to a two-state solution" and asserted that an agreement will have to resolve the humanitarian conflict…
Fatah-Hamas Unity Government Collapsing
Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2015
The fluid and rapidly changing dynamics of politics in the Middle East, where allegiances can shift dramatically, is impacting Palestinian politics and the biggest loser appears to be the Fatah-affiliated Palestinian Authority (PA) which is losing support amongst…
Netanyahu Secures Coalition at the Last Moment
Posted on Thursday, May 7, 2015
Less than two hours before his deadline was set to expire on Wednesday night, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hammered out a deal with Jewish Home party leader Naftali Bennett, allowing him to inform President Reuven Rivlin that he…
Israel Reportedly Launch Strikes within Syria
Posted on Monday, April 27, 2015
Hours after an Israeli air strike on militants along the Syrian border, Arab news networks al-Jazeera and al-Arabiya reported a new Israeli attack in Syrian territory early Monday morning, targeting missile launchers held by Hezbollah and forces loyal…
Palestinian Reconciliation Nearly Collapsed
Posted on Thursday, April 23, 2015
A year after rival Palestinian nationalist movements Hamas and Fatah agreed to end their bitter divisions, the unity deal they signed appears to be on the brink of collapse, AFP reported.
France, Britain seek UN action on peace process
Posted on Wednesday, April 22, 2015
France and Britain urged the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday to set a framework for a peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, as New Zealand announced it was working on a draft resolution to revive long-stalled…
Putin Tells Netanyahu S-300 Missile Sale to Iran Not a Threat to Israel
Posted on Thursday, April 16, 2015
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Russia's president to convey his displeasure over Russia's decision to sell advanced anti-aircraft missiles to Iran. Putin for his part told Netanyahu that the missiles had only defensive capabilities and "pose no…
France set to propose new Palestinian state resolution at UN
Posted on Wednesday, April 8, 2015
The French government has seen a window of opportunity, following recent elections in Israel, to get the United States on board for a renewed effort towards an Israeli-Palestinian settlement, and is preparing a draft UN Security Council resolution.
The IDF has warned us about the next Lebanon War
Posted on Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Last November, a senior IDF officer warned of the implications of a Third Lebanon War. His name is Yair Golan, and he was at the time ending his stint as GOC Northern Command and transferring to Tel Aviv…
