February 2017
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
Israeli Defense Minister: Iran is the Main Challenge Facing the Middle East
Israeli officials, including Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasized Iran as the primary threat to the Middle East during the Munich…
Pence Emphasizes U.S. Commitment to Preventing Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence reaffirmed America's commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons during the Munich Security Conference. This statement reflects ongoing tensions…
Netanyahu Expresses 'Willingness' to Slow Construction Following Meeting with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed a willingness to slow construction in disputed territories after a meeting with President Trump, who urged restraint on settlement activities.…
Trump Says He Accepts 'One State' Solution for Israel and Palestinians
Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to accept either a one-state or two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, diverging from traditional U.S. policy. This shift…
Trump: One of the Worst Deals I've Seen is the Agreement with Iran
During a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Trump condemned the Iran nuclear deal as one of the worst agreements he has seen…
Two Important Meetings for the U.S. President; What Decision Will Trump Make Regarding Iran?
Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington is expected to significantly influence U.S. foreign policy regarding Iran, particularly concerning the nuclear agreement and the Islamic Republic's activities…
White House Official: Trump's Support for Israeli-Palestinian Peace, Even Without a 'Two-State Solution'
A White House official stated that Trump supports peace between Israel and Palestine, even without a two-state solution. This comes ahead of a meeting between…
Israeli Prime Minister to Meet Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss key issues, particularly Iran, marking their first meeting since…
Netanyahu Emphasizes the Importance of Meeting Trump for Israel's Security and Standing
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the meeting's significance for Israel's security and international standing. Key topics…
Donald Trump: Israel Must Be 'Reasonable' in the Peace Process
Donald Trump has called for Israel to adopt a more reasonable approach to the peace process, expressing concerns over settlement expansion in Palestinian territories. This…
Only 300,000 of Iran's Disabled Receive Monthly Benefits
Only 340,000 out of 1.3 million disabled individuals in Iran receive monthly pensions, which are deemed insufficient. The Welfare Organization's budget only covers 10% of…
Extension of Israeli Parliament Session on Settlement Expansion Until Netanyahu's Return
The Israeli Parliament has extended its session to decide on settlement expansion until Prime Minister Netanyahu returns from Britain. Critics warn that the bill could…
Netanyahu Welcomes New US Sanctions Against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed support for new US sanctions against Iran during a meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May, emphasizing the need…
Draft Bill '2017 Action for Non-Nuclear Sanctions on Iran' in the U.S. Congress
Four U.S. Congress members have introduced a draft bill for increased non-nuclear sanctions against Iran due to its missile program, terrorism support, and human rights…
Tillerson's First Day at the State Department: Emphasis on Upholding Commitments to U.S. Allies
Rex Tillerson began his role as Secretary of State, emphasizing the importance of U.S. commitments to allies while addressing internal dissent regarding Trump's executive orders.…
Michael Flynn's Statement Indicates a Major Shift in U.S. Policy Towards Iran
Michael Flynn's recent statement marks a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Iran, indicating a move away from the previous administration's approach. The Trump administration…
Israeli Government's Decision to Build 3,000 Housing Units in the West Bank
The Israeli government has announced plans to build 3,000 new housing units in the West Bank, which has drawn international criticism. This decision has been…