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Ultra-Orthodox leaders plan massive rally against military draft on Sunday
Leaders of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community have announced plans for a huge demonstration against proposed legislation to reform the military draft...
Report: Israeli government freezing construction beyond settlement blocs
A report in this morning’s Yediot Ahronot claims that Israel’s government has introduced a de facto construction freeze in West...
Obama to throw weight behind Kerry peace plan in upcoming meetings
US President Barack Obama is poised to increase his personal backing for US Secretary of State John Kerry’s peace efforts,...
Alert raised on Lebanon border following Hezbollah threats against Israel
Israeli troops and communities on the Lebanon border were placed on high alert after Hezbollah threatened to retaliate to an...
Merkel backs Israeli demand over Jewish state recognition
Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel yesterday expressed support for Israel’s insistence that the Palestinian Authority recognise Israel as a characteristically Jewish...
Knesset members debate Temple Mount prayer rights
A highly-charged Knesset debate took place yesterday over prayer rights at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem after Palestinians clashed with...