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Shocking Speech From Muslim Leader In Jerusalem
Israelis are used to hearing hateful speech from some of their neighbors. Today, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei referred to the Jewish State as a “cancerous tumor.” But a recent speech from a local Muslim leader has drawn criticism from the highest levels of the Israeli government.
West Bank Mosque Vandalized
A mosque outside the Palestinian city of Ramallah was vandalized last night. It was the latest in a series of attacks by suspected Jewish extremists. The Israeli government has announced new legal measures to crack down on those responsible.
Israeli Unease Over Shalit Prisoner Swap
Israel will release more than 1,000 Palestinian prisoners as part of the deal to free captured soldier Gilad Shalit. The deal reportedly includes numerous prisoners convicted of murder.
Popularity Boost for Palestinian Leader Abbas
Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas is enjoying a popularity boost after his speech at the United Nations.
Palestinians Make Statehood Bid At UN
Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas has submitted a bid to the UN for recognition of a Palestinian state.
Palestinian Reaction To UN Proceedings
The World’s Matthew Bell gets reactions from Palestinians in Ramallah.
Israelis who support Palestinian UN Membership
Some Israelis support Palestinian efforts to gain membership at the UN.
Palestinians Who Oppose UN Membership
About two million Palestinians live in Jordan. Many oppose the bid for UN membership for Palestine because they fear it would leave them out of a new state.
The Options For Palestinian UN Membership
Is there a chance the Palestinians may step back from their bid for UN membership?
Israel And US Call On Palestinians To Back Down On Statehood
Mahmoud Abbas is facing tremendous pressure to back down, but will go ahead with his decision.
Palestinian Parliamentarian On Statehood Issue
Dr. Mustafa Barghouti on Palestinian plans to ask the UN to recognize an independent Palestine state.
Israel’s Growing Isolation in the Middle East
As the Palestinian Authority prepares to apply for full membership at the UN, the Jewish state finds itself without a single dependable friend in the Middle East.
Israel’s View of Mideast Upheaval
Israel’s Ambassador to the US explains Israel’s response to the Arab Spring.
Israel pounds Gaza after deadly attacks
The Israeli military carries out air strikes over the Gaza Strip following a series of deadly attacks in southern Israel.
Israel Blocks Pro-Palestinian ‘Flytilla’ Activists
Hundreds had planned to descend on Israel for a demonstration.
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