Special to WorldTribune.com While Iran and the Obama administration are caught up in the euphoria of nuclear deal “implementation day,” Teheran’s neighbors fear the Middle East is entering “a new and dangerous era.” “Iran is continuing to strive for nuclear weapons and the optimism of the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) report must not blind […]
Special to WorldTribune.com Holding up a collage of photos of Israeli victims of Palestinian terrorism, Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon told the UN General Assembly on Nov. 23 that “Israeli blood is no less valuable than French blood.” Danon spoke on the UN’s so-called International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, […]
Special to WorldTribune.com JERUSALEM — The government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been stung by criticism of its willingness to reach a ceasefire with Hamas. On July 15, Netanyahu fired a leading critic, Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon, who said the government surrendered to Hamas and its international allies. “At a time when the […]
Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The United States has raised the prospect of an international boycott of Israel. The administration of President Barack Obama has warned that Israel would be de-legitimized should the United States fail to establish a Palestinian state in the West Bank. A senior official rejected Israeli criticism of heavy pressure by […]
Special to WorldTribune.com JERUSALEM — The United States wants Israel to grant the Palestinians joint control over the border with Jordan. Officials said the administration of President Barack Obama has submitted a multi-stage security plan that would give the Palestinians control over the entire West Bank. They said some areas, particularly the border with Jordan […]