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Jerusalem
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.
Tensions Between Ultra-Orthodox and the Rest of Beit Shemesh Run High
Thousands of Israelis have rallied in the town of Beit Shemesh against ultra-Orthodox Jewish extremism.
Israel’s Red Carpet for Christian Pilgrims
Christian pilgrims are visiting Israel in record numbers. Some call it “faith tourism,” and Israel is encouraging more of it. Not just to boost the economy, but religious pilgrims are also seen by Israelis – and Palestinians – as an opportunity for public diplomacy.
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.
Obama Administration: Israel Should Do More to Mend Fences With its Neighbors
The Obama administration is offering some advice to its most important ally in the region: Israel should do more to mend fences with its neighbors. That message was sent recently by Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. But as The World’s Matthew Bell reports from Jerusalem, Israelis aren’t buying it.
Hawkish Talk In Israel About Iran
Iran has accused Israel and the US of preparing a military attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities ahead of an IAEA report expected to be highly critical of Iranian intentions.
Gilad Shalit Released
Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit has arrived back in Israel following his release from five years of captivity, as part of a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas.
Negotiating the Shalit – Hamas Prisoner Exchange
Meet the man who was key to the negotiations that brought abducted soldier Gilad Shalit home after five years of captivity.
Hamas Celebrates Prisoner Exchange
The Islamic militant group that rules in the Gaza Strip is trumpeting the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners as a historic achievement.
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.
Gilad Shalit to be Released
Israel and Hamas have agreed a deal for the release of Gilad Shalit, an Israeli soldier held hostage by Palestinian militants for five years.
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.
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