January 2017
Israeli Prime Minister: US and Other Embassies Should Be in Jerusalem
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that both the US embassy and other foreign embassies should be located in Jerusalem, marking his first public…
The President of the United States Signs Executive Order to Combat ISIS
President Trump has signed an executive order directing U.S. security agencies to develop a plan to combat ISIS within 30 days. This move indicates a…
Netanyahu Defends Trump's Order for Wall Construction at the Mexico Border
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has praised President Trump's order to build a wall at the U.S.-Mexico border, comparing it to Israel's own border barriers. This…
End of Debris Removal Operations at Plasco Building
The debris removal operations at the Plasco building have concluded after 9 days, recovering the bodies of 15 firefighters and four civilians. No officials have…
Israel Approves Construction of 2500 Homes in West Bank Settlements
Israel has approved the construction of 2500 new homes in West Bank settlements shortly after Donald Trump's inauguration, signaling a shift in U.S. policy towards…
Pentagon: America's Commitment to NATO is Unbreakable
The new U.S. Secretary of Defense, James Mattis, reaffirmed America's strong commitment to NATO during discussions with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and other defense…
Netanyahu and Trump to Discuss 'Iran Threat' Over Phone
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced a phone call with U.S. President Trump to discuss significant issues, including the Iran threat. This marks a renewed focus…
Special Meeting in Israel Regarding the Promise to Move the US Embassy to Jerusalem
Israeli officials have briefed Prime Minister Netanyahu on potential unrest following the US embassy's planned move to Jerusalem, a promise made by President Trump. Palestinian…
Senate Confirms First Members of Trump's Cabinet
The U.S. Senate confirmed James Mattis as Secretary of Defense and John Kelly as Secretary of Homeland Security, marking the first appointments in Trump's cabinet.…
Hassan Rouhani's 'Cautious' Behavior in Tuesday's Press Conference
Hassan Rouhani defended his government's policies in a press conference, emphasizing the importance of the JCPOA. Analysts noted his cautious approach to domestic political issues…
Death of a Kolbar and Three Kolbars Falling into a Ravine in Baneh, Kurdistan
In Baneh, Kurdistan, a kolbar was killed and three others were hospitalized after falling into a ravine while fleeing from border patrols. They had attempted…
Senior UN Official: 10,000 Civilians Killed in Yemen War
A senior UN official reported that 10,000 civilians have been killed in the Yemen war, a significant increase from previous estimates. The ongoing conflict involves…
US Senate Vote to Waive Legal Barrier; Mattis's Path to the Defense Department Cleared
The US Senate voted to waive a legal barrier allowing James Mattis to become Secretary of Defense under Donald Trump, with bipartisan support. This marks…
U.S. Justice Department Investigates FBI's Actions Before Elections
The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the FBI's actions, particularly those of James Comey, during the presidential election, following criticisms from both Hillary Clinton's campaign…
Clapper Says New Claims Regarding Russia 'Did Not Leak from the U.S. Intelligence Community'
James Clapper, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, stated that the intelligence community did not leak claims about Russia having compromising information on Donald Trump.…
Trump's Strong Criticism of New Claims Regarding Russian Intelligence
Donald Trump has vehemently criticized claims that Russia has compromising information about him, calling it 'fake news.' The allegations, which have been circulating in political…
FBI Director Refuses to Confirm or Deny Investigations into 'Connections' Between Trump Campaign and Russia
FBI Director James Comey did not confirm or deny investigations into potential connections between Donald Trump's campaign and Russia during a Senate meeting. This comes…
Clapper: Russia is an Irresponsible Actor in the Global Cyber Arena
James Clapper, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, confirmed that Russia conducted cyber attacks during the 2016 U.S. presidential election to support Donald Trump over…
Netanyahu Calls for Pardon of Convicted Israeli Soldier
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports a pardon for Sergeant Elor Azaria, convicted of manslaughter for killing an unconscious Palestinian assailant. The case has sparked…
Israeli Police Begin Interrogation of Netanyahu on Suspicion of Financial Impropriety
Israeli police have begun interrogating Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on suspicions of financial impropriety. The investigation involves potential charges of receiving gifts and betrayal of…
Netanyahu to be questioned over 'financial corruption' allegations
Benjamin Netanyahu is under investigation for alleged financial corruption involving gifts from prominent businessmen. This situation highlights potential political instability for Netanyahu and the Likud…