2015 Israel Special Weapons News

U.S. House Panels Investigating Reports Of Spying On Israel Over Iran RFE/RL 31 Dec 2015 -- Two U.S. House committees are investigating a report by the Wall Street Journal that the United States has continued to spy on the Israeli prime minister because of his opposition to the Iran nuclear deal.
US continues spying on Israeli prime minister: Report Press TV 30 Dec 2015 -- The US continues spying on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu despite claims to curtail hacking its allies, says a report, quoting the National Security Agency officials.
Report: U.S. Spied On Israeli Leader During Iran Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 30 Dec 2015 -- The United States spied on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the Iran nuclear negotiations despite a pledge by the White House to stop spying on allies, the Wall Street Journal reported December 29.
Israeli Anti-Iran Deal Actions Provoked US Spying on Netanyahu Sputnik 30 Dec 2015 -- Israel's actions to counter the Iranian nuclear deal prompted the US National Security Agency (NSA) to spy on the country's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, a member of the Meretz Party Executive Committee told Sputnik on Wednesday.
Report Says US Spied on Israel During Iran Negotiations VOA 30 Dec 2015 -- A U.S. newspaper is reporting that the United States spied on communications of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, although President Barack Obama promised two years ago to curtail eavesdropping on friendly heads of state.
India Test-Fires Long-Range Missile System Developed With Israel Sputnik 30 Dec 2015 -- The long range surface-to-air missile destroyed aerial targets at extended ranges, making a 'quantum jump in air defense capability' of the joint Indian-Israeli effort, the Indian Defense Ministry said.
Israel fires head of missile programs over breach of security information Press TV 28 Dec 2015 -- Israel has fired the head of its missile programs over what has been described as a "grave" breach of security information.
Israeli Missile Defense Program Chief Sacked Over Info Security Breach Sputnik 27 Dec 2015 -- The head of the Israeli missile defense program, Yair Ramati, has been fired on Sunday for committing "severe information security violations," the country's Defense Ministry said.
Turkey seeks to revive military relations with Israel: Sources Press TV 26 Dec 2015 -- Turkey is looking to resume military cooperation with Israel, Turkish defense sources say, as talks continue between Ankara and Tel Aviv to restore bilateral ties after more than five years of a hiatus.
David's Sling Missile Defense Ready for 2016 Deployment to Israel Sputnik 21 Dec 2015 -- The US military completed the final milestone before authorizing delivery of an operational missile defense against large caliber rockets to Israel, the US Department of Defense announced in a news release on Monday.
Israel, Turkey Reportedly Close to Normalizing Relations VOA 18 Dec 2015 -- Israel and Turkey have reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to end years of estrangement and begin restoring full diplomatic relations.
Israel dismisses Turkey moves for normalization of ties: Report Press TV 14 Dec 2015 -- The Israeli regime has reportedly dismissed Turkey's moves for normalization of relations, saying Tel Aviv will not make any more concessions to return ties back to normal with "isolated Turks."
Israel asks for another squadron of US F-35 fighter jets Press TV 14 Dec 2015 -- Israel seeks to obtain another squadron of America's fifth-generation aircraft, the F-35 fighter jet, as negotiations are underway between Washington and Tel Aviv to expand the regime's military capabilities.
IMDO and MDA Successfully Complete First Arrow-3 Ballistic Missile Defense Engagement MDA 10 Dec 2015 -- The Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO) of the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D) and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) conducted a successful first engagement of a ballistic missile target with the Arrow-3 interceptor on December 10, 2015.
Israel, US carry out missile system test Press TV 10 Dec 2015 -- Israel and the United States have test-fired an advanced ballistic missile system that has received extensive funding and technical assistance from the US.
Israel Tests Arrow 3 Missile Defense System, Target Locked On From Space Sputnik 10 Dec 2015 -- Israel successfully carried out a test on locking on a missile target from space using its Arrow 3 missile defense system.
Egypt releases convicted Israeli spy Press TV 10 Dec 2015 -- Egyptian officials have released an Israeli who served 15 years in prison on proven charges of espionage for the Zionist regime amid improving ties between Egypt and Tel Aviv.
Obama rejects Netanyahu's plea to recognize Israeli rule over occupied Golan Heights: White House Press TV 12 Nov 2015 -- US President Barack Obama has rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's suggestion to discuss Washington's recognition of Israeli rule over the occupied Golan Heights, according to the white House.
Israel Receives More Than Half of US Global Military Aid VOA 12 Nov 2015 -- Israel is looking to boost the amount of money the U.S. State Department sends it every year for military aid to as much as $5 billion, a number that would give it not only the largest chunk of U.S. defense aid money, but also more than triple the amount any other country receives in total aid from the U.S.
Netanyahu urges Obama to recognize Golan Heights annexation Press TV 11 Nov 2015 -- Israel has reportedly urged the United States to recognize Syria's occupied Golan Heights as Israeli territory.
EU Approves Labeling of Israeli Settlement Goods VOA 11 Nov 2015 -- The European Union published new guidelines Wednesday for labeling products made in Israeli settlements, a move Israel blasted as discriminatory and politically motivated.
U.S., Israeli Leaders Discuss Holding Iran To Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 10 Nov 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to put their dispute over the Iran nuclear deal behind them at a White House meeting November 9.
Obama, Netanyahu Look to Move Past Iran Differences VOA 09 Nov 2015 -- With a handshake over the "extraordinary" bond between their two countries, U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought Monday to dispel the discord that was most visibly seen during the U.S.-led negotiations on a nuclear deal with Iran earlier this year.
Obama, Netanyahu Meet on Israeli Security, Middle East Unrest VOA 09 Nov 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in Washington Monday, trying to find ways to cope with what the U.S. leader described as a deteriorating security environment in the Middle East.
Israel to receive less US military aid than Netanyahu requested: White House Sources Press TV 09 Nov 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be getting what he wants from US President Barack Obama during his trip to the United States, according to White House sources.
Netanyahu to Seek More US Aid at White House Talks VOA 08 Nov 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on his way to Washington for talks Monday at the White House with U.S. President Barack Obama, in their first meeting since world powers and Iran reached a nuclear agreement strongly opposed by Israel.
U.S., Israel Seek to Boost Defense Ties, Carter Says AFPS 27 Oct 2015 -- The United States is seeking to bolster its strong defense ties with Israel amid many security challenges Israel faces in the Middle East, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said today.
Readout of Secretary Carter's Meeting with Israeli Minister of Defense Ya'alon DoD 27 Oct 2015
Remarks by Secretary Carter and Minister Ya'alon to a class of U.S. and international students at National Defense University, Washington, D.C. DoD 27 Oct 2015 -- Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and Israeli Minister of Defense Moshe Ya'alon
US pledges more military support for Israel Press TV 19 Oct 2015 -- The US military chief has pledged more cooperation with Israel amid Tel Aviv's brutal crackdown against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and the besieged Gaza Strip.
Dunford Discusses Middle East Challenges With Israeli Leaders AFPS 18 Oct 2015 -- The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff discussed a full range of threats in the Middle East with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials today.
US, Israel restart military aid discussions: Envoy Press TV 18 Oct 2015 -- The United States and Israel have resumed talks over a proposed increase in America's annual $3 billion military aid to Tel Aviv, an envoy says.
At UN, Israeli leader calls on Palestinians to resume peace talks, deplores Iran for annihilation threats UN News 01 Oct 2015 -- At the same United Nations podium from which Mahmoud Abbas announced yesterday that he would no longer be bound by accords with Israel, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today called on the Palestinian leader to begin immediate unconditional peace talks in a speech largely devoted to denouncing Iran for its threats to annihilate the Jewish State.
Israel warplanes bomb Syria’s Quneitra: Israeli media Press TV 20 Aug 2015 -- Tel Aviv’s warplanes have bombed an area in Syria’s southwestern province of Quneitra after the regime’s military claimed four rockets fired from the Syrian soil hit northern Israel.
Hamas captures Mossad’s dolphin spying off Gaza Press TV 19 Aug 2015 -- Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has captured a dolphin with “spying equipment” off the shore of the Gaza Strip.
Israel Asks US to Expand Joint Air Defense Drills Sputnik 15 Aug 2015 -- An Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) air force commander insists that the military is in fact looking to expand bilateral drills with the United States, rather than nix them.
Hamas announces capturing of Israeli drone Press TV 12 Aug 2015 -- The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has announced it has successfully captured an Israeli drone that is now operational for use by its military wing.
Israel OKs Detention of Jewish Militants Without Trial VOA 02 Aug 2015 -- Israel has ordered detentions without trial of Israeli citizens suspected of waging violence against Palestinians, as part of a crackdown against those responsible for a deadly arson attack on a Palestinian family in the occupied West Bank.
Israel Air Force to Use 3D Print Drones Sputnik 31 Jul 2015 -- Using 3D printed UAVs will help the Israeli Air Force reduce production and repair costs as well as facilitate maintenance procedures.
Canada to acquire Israeli Iron Dome radar technology Canada DND 29 Jul 2015 -- An improved radar system for the Canadian Army will use cutting edge technology that is part of the successful Israeli Defence Force Iron Dome Air Defence system to defend against incoming rocket fire from Hamas and other terrorist groups.
Canada to Buy Israeli Iron Dome Technology - National Defense Department Sputnik 29 Jul 2015 -- Canadian Department of National Defense announced that country will acquire radar technology similar to Israel's Iron Dome Air Defense System to be delivered as early as 2017 to boost the country's defense capabilities.
Israel Calls Up Reservists in One of Largest Military Drills to Date Sputnik 27 Jul 2015 -- The initiative includes a real call-up of several thousand reservists and a simulation of mobilizing thousands more.
US Denies It's Set to Free Israeli Spy VOA 24 Jul 2015 -- U.S. officials are denying a report by the The Wall Street Journal that says the Obama administration is preparing to release convicted spy Jonathan Pollard early to help ease tensions with Israel.
Carter, Yaalon Discuss Shared Commitment to Regional Security AFPS 21 Jul 2015 -- Defense Secretary Ash Carter and Israel's Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon yesterday discussed steps to strengthen mutual security in the region, from missile defense and cybersecurity to Israel's qualitative military edge and joint contingency plans for regional situations.
US Defense Chief Meets With Netanyahu VOA 21 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday to provide reassurances of continued U.S. security support following the agreement on Iran's nuclear program.
US Renews Funding for Israel's Anti-Ballistic Missile Systems - Carter Sputnik 21 Jul 2015 -- The United States remains committed to supplying Israel with continuing funding for the Iron Dome. David's Sling and Arrow anti-ballistic missile (ABM) systems, as well as the F-35 stealth fighter-bomber in 2016, US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said in Tel Aviv.
Joint Press Conference with Secretary Carter and Minister of Defense Ya'alon in Tel Aviv, Israel DoD 20 Jul 2015 -- Presenters: Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and Israeli Minister of Defense Moshe Ya'alon
US Defense Chief in Israel to Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 20 Jul 2015 -- U.S. defense chief Ash Carter said Monday that Israel is 'the bedrock of American strategy' in the Mideast, opening a trip to the region aimed at strengthening U.S. links with allies that are wary of the new internationally negotiated Iranian nuclear accord.
US offers to boost military aid to Israel after outcome of Iran talks: Report Press TV 17 Jul 2015 -- The United States has reportedly increased its military aid package to Israel, which would include another squadron of F-35 fighter jets, in an attempt to comfort the crying regime in Tel Aviv over the historic conclusion of nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 countries.
Israel Reevaluating Security in Light of Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 17 Jul 2015 -- Israel, a consistently vocal critic of nuclear negotiation with Tehran, called the deal a historical mistake, claiming that Iran will build a nuclear bomb if the current economic restrictions are removed.
Netanyahu: Israel Continues to Oppose Iran Nuke Deal, Reserves All Options Sputnik 15 Jul 2015 -- The historic nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 nations has its share of detractors. Perhaps none more so than Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has stated that his administration will not be bound by the accord.
Statement by PM Netanyahu 14.7.15 Prime Minister Netanyahu 14 Jul 2015 -- "The world is a much more dangerous place today than it was yesterday. The leading international powers have bet our collective future on a deal with the foremost sponsor of international terrorism. They've gambled that in ten years' time, Iran's terrorist regime will change while removing any incentive for it to do so. In fact, the deal gives Iran every incentive not to change."
Readout of the President's Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel The White House 14 Jul 2015
Israel Rejects, UN Hails Nuclear Deal VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- The news that major world powers and Iran reached a historic deal aimed at ensuring that Iran does not obtain the nuclear bomb was met with condemnation by Israel but hailed by the United Nations and Tehran's regional neighbors.
Iran nuclear deal 'historic mistake': Israeli PM People's Daily 14 Jul 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu slammed on Tuesday the nuclear deal reached between the world powers and Iran, calling it a 'historic mistake.'
UN report on 2014 Gaza conflict finds evidence of possible war crimes by both Israel and Palestinian groups UN News 22 Jun 2015 -- A new report released by a United Nations investigative panel on the possible commission of war crimes in Gaza during the 2014 conflict between Israel and Palestinian armed groups in the enclave, has gathered substantial information finding the allegations to be credible, the Organization's human rights office announced today.
UN denounces human suffering in Gaza war as unprecedented Press TV 22 Jun 2015 -- A highly anticipated United Nations report on the latest war on Gaza has decried as "unprecedented" the devastation and human suffering left behind by Israel's 2014 attack on the enclave.
Cabinet Secretary Mandelblit Presents PM Netanyahu with Israel's Position on Operation Protective Edge Israel - Prime Minister's Office 14 Jun 2015 -- Cabinet Secretary Avichai Mandelblit, at the start of the weekly Cabinet meeting today presented Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with the report that has been prepared in recent months on the State of Israel's position regarding Operation Protective Edge.
Tel Aviv moves to block release of UN report on Israeli war crimes Press TV 14 Jun 2015 -- Tel Aviv seeks to prevent the release of the findings of a UN investigation into Israeli war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza, with the prime minister of the regime labeling such a move as a "waste of time."
Official: U.S. Commitment to Israel Unaffected by Iran Issue AFPS 10 Jun 2015 -- Though the United States and Israel disagree about the proposed deal to limit Iran's nuclear program, that does not affect America's unshakable commitment to the defense of Israel, a senior administration official said here today.
Dempsey, Israeli Leaders Discuss Defense Cooperation AFPS 09 Jun 2015 -- Discussing threats from Iran or the vicious actions of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant has a different resonance when the conversation is in Israel rather than the United States, Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey said here today.
Israel seeks 50 percent increase in US military assistance: Report Press TV 27 May 2015 -- Israel is seeking a large increase in annual military assistance from the United States and has begun preliminary talks with the Obama administration on a 10-year financial package that would provide up to $45 billion.
Israel offers Iron Dome technology to Saudi Arabia: Report Press TV 23 May 2015 -- A report says Israel has offered to provide its Iron Dome missile system technology to Saudi Arabia in order for the Saudi military to employ it on the border region with Yemen, amid the kingdom's ongoing deadly military aggression against the impoverished neighbor.
Israel, India to jointly develop missile system Press TV 21 May 2015 -- Israel and India are concluding a multi-million-dollar deal for the joint development of a medium-range surface-to-air missile system.
Israel - Joint Direct Attack Munition Tail Kits and Munitions DSCA 19 May 2015 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Israel for Joint Direct Attack Munition Tail Kits, munitions, and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $1.879 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on May 18, 2015.
Germany undersells 4 modern warships to Israel Press TV 11 May 2015 -- The German government has once again funded Israel's military by subsidizing the sale of four modern corvette warships to the Tel Aviv regime.
Israel to Buy Four Navy Patrol Vessels From Germany Sputnik 11 May 2015 -- The corvettes will secure Israel's Exclusive Economic Zone in the Mediterranean. They will be used in conjunction with other vessels, including naval unmanned surface vehicles, intelligence drones and other weaponry and military equipment.
Israeli Air Force Team Up With Greeks to Train Against S-300 Missile System Sputnik 08 May 2015 -- The Israeli Air Force carried out a joint training exercise in which it performed missions against the S-300 Surface to Air Missile system, which is due to be delivered to Iran from Russia.
Netanyahu Announces New Israeli Coalition Government VOA 07 May 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a new right-wing coalition government and is poised to begin an unprecedented fourth term as head of government.
US will give new F-35 jets to Israel next year: Biden Press TV 24 Apr 2015 -- The United States will begin the delivery of new F-35 fighter jets to Israel next year, Vice President Joe Biden says.
US to Deliver F-35 Fighter Jets to Israel in 2016 Sputnik 24 Apr 2015 -- The US government will provide F-35 fighter jets to Israel next year to the country a strategic advantage over its rivals in the Middle East, US Vice President Joe Biden said during a speech celebrating Israeli independence.
Netanyahu Tells Putin Israel 'Dismayed' By Missile Decision RFE/RL 14 Apr 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called Russian President Vladimir Putin to express Israel's "dismay" with the Kremlin decision to supply S-300 missiles to Iran.
Anger as Merkel Sells German Sub to Israel Without Consulting EU Sputnik 10 Apr 2015 -- Germany's Federal Security Council has approved the export of a fifth submarine to Israel.
Obama: Iran's Recognition of Israel Not to Be Part of Nuclear Deal VOA 07 Apr 2015 -- President Barack Obama has rejected a call by Israel that any final nuclear agreement with Iran include a "clear and unambiguous Iranian commitment of Israel's right to exist."
Obama Hails Iran Deal As Netanyahu Slams It RFE/RL 06 Apr 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have continued their broad disagreement on the framework deal on the Iranian nuclear program that was agreed upon last week.
Netanyahu Continues to Press US for Better Deal on Iran VOA 05 Apr 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again urged the United States on Sunday to seek a better deal to curb Iran's nuclear program and said he would press American lawmakers not to give Tehran 'a free path to the bomb.'
Better Deal With Iran Achievable With More Sanctions - Netanyahu Sputnik 05 Apr 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CNN on Sunday that a better deal with Iran on its nuclear program was possible through ratcheting up sanctions against the country.
Iran's Nuclear Deal to Incite Arms Race Among Sunni States - Netanyahu Sputnik 05 Apr 2015 -- A comprehensive agreement on Iran's nuclear program between Tehran and the six international mediators will prompt an arms race among the Sunni states and a nuclear arms race in the Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday.
Israel Calls Iran Nuclear Deal 'Very Dangerous,' As Many In Tehran Celebrate RFE/RL 03 Apr 2015 -- Israel has described a framework deal aimed at restricting Iran's nuclear activities as 'a step in a very, very dangerous direction.'
Palestinians Push for Expanded Role in Israeli Politics VOA 25 Mar 2015 -- The unprecedented success of Arab-Israeli political parties in this month's Israeli election is seen as possibly ushering in a new era of expanded civic engagement for Palestinian citizens of Israel.
New Israeli Government Faces Same Challenges VOA 25 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been designated to form the next government following the victory of his Likud party at the polls last week.
US Officials React to Allegations of Israeli Spying VOA 24 Mar 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama said when it comes to the negotiations to secure an agreement ensuring Iran does not get a nuclear weapon, the U.S. has been briefing the U.S. Congress on developments as well as Israel and other partners around the world.
White House officials say Israel spied on Iran talks to sink nuclear deal Press TV 24 Mar 2015 -- Top White House officials have revealed that Israel began to spy on the closed-door nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 group last year in order to sink an agreement.
Israel Denies Spying on Iran Nuclear Talks to Hinder Any Deal Sputnik 24 Mar 2015 -- Israel dismissed on Tuesday a Wall Street Journal report, which claimed that the country was spying on participants of closed-door talks on the Iranian nuclear program, CNN said, citing an unnamed high-profile Israeli official.
US-Intercepted Data Reveals Israel Spying on Talks With Iran - Reports Sputnik 24 Mar 2015 -- Israel spied on the world powers' nuclear talks with Iran and was using the obtained information to urge the US lawmakers' opposition against a nuclear deal with Tehran, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.
Israel Reportedly Spying on Iranian Nuclear Talks VOA 24 Mar 2015 -- As the United States and a group of five other world powers held nuclear negotiations with Iran, U.S. ally Israel used espionage to glean details of the secret talks and work behind the scenes to scuttle any potential agreement, according to a report posted late Monday by The Wall Street Journal.
Obama Not Buying Netanyahu's Two-State Avowal VOA 21 Mar 2015 -- President Barack Obama is taking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his word when the Israeli leader said on the eve of Israeli elections last week that he did not support Palestinian statehood.
US House Speaker Boehner to Visit Israel VOA 20 Mar 2015 -- Republican John Boehner, speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and a staunch supporter of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will lead a congressional delegation to Israel late this month, the lawmaker's office said.
Obama Calls Netanyahu, Reaffirms Two-State Solution VOA 19 Mar 2015 -- President Barack Obama telephoned his congratulations to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday, two days after the prime minister was reelected to a fourth term.
Netanyahu: Israel, US Each Other's Greatest Allies VOA 19 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the United States and Israel are each other's greatest allies and have no choice but to work together.
US Military Says 'Yes' to Buying Israeli-Made Spy Balloon Sputnik 19 Mar 2015 -- The US military said that they had approved the purchase of the Skystar 180, an Israeli-made surveillance aerostat.
Netanyahu's Decisive Win Draws Partisan US Response VOA 18 Mar 2015 -- As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu savors his party's decisive victory in parliamentary elections, U.S. lawmakers are reacting along party lines while analysts are more circumspect.
Netanyahu's Likud Wins Israeli Election RFE/RL 18 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling Likud Party has scored a surprising victory in the country's election.
Netanyahu's Likud Party Emerges as Election Winner VOA 18 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party emerged as the clear leader in Israel's parliamentary elections early Wednesday as he seeks a fourth term in office.
Israeli TV Exit Polls: Race Too Close to Call VOA 17 Mar 2015 -- Israeli television exit polls released as voting ended in the country's parliamentary election say the race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party and Isaac Herzog's center-left Zionist Union alliance is too close to call.
Israel Holds National Elections RFE/RL 17 Mar 2015 -- Israelis are voting in national elections in which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a strong challenge.
Israeli PM Reverses Stance on Palestinian Statehood VOA 16 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reversing an earlier stance on Palestinian statehood, says he will never support a Palestinian state if he is returned to office in Tuesday's elections.
Israeli Poll Seen as Referendum on Netanyahu VOA 16 Mar 2015 -- Israelis are preparing to go to the polls Tuesday to elect a new parliament. No party is expected to win more than one-fourth of the seats. As a result, the focus is on whether right-wing groups or left-wing parties can win enough votes to form the next coalition government.
Iron Dome is Not Enough Protection for Israel - Air Force Commander Sputnik 09 Mar 2015 -- The commander of the Israeli Air Force believes the country's much-touted Iron Dome air defense system cannot fully protect Israel and its citizens.
Netanyahu's US Speech Draws Mixed Response in Israel VOA 03 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's warning to the U.S. Congress that a nuclear deal with Iran would threaten Israeli and world security has elicited a mixed reaction at home.
PM Netanyahu's Speech in Congress Israel - Prime Minister's Office 03 Mar 2015
Netanyahu to US: Don't negotiate 'bad deal' with Iran Iran Press TV 03 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the United States not to negotiate "a very bad deal" with Iran over its nuclear energy program.
Netanyahu Warns U.S. Over Iran RFE/RL 03 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned in an address to the U.S. Congress that Iran is a threat to the region and the world, and that a potential nuclear deal with the regime would not stop it from getting a nuclear weapon.
Israeli PM: Iran Nuclear Talks Are 'Very Bad Deal' VOA 03 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said negotiations underway between the United States and Iran would "guarantee" that Tehran would get nuclear weapons, a threat not only to the Middle East but to the world.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the AIPAC Policy Conference 2.3.15 Benjamin Netanyahu 02 Mar 2015
US Congress Awaits Controversial Netanyahu Speech VOA 02 Mar 2015 -- U.S. lawmakers remain divided over a planned speech to a joint session of Congress Tuesday by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Netanyahu says he intends no disrespect to Obama for Iran speech Iran Press TV 02 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has played down any personal dispute with US President Barack Obama, but said he has a "moral obligation" to warn against a nuclear deal with Iran.
Kerry Blasts UN Council's 'Obsession' With Israel VOA 02 Mar 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry criticized the United Nations Human Rights Council for what he calls its "obsession with Israel."
Obama Threatened to Shoot Down Israeli Attack Jets - Report Sputnik 02 Mar 2015 -- According to a Kuwaiti newspaper, the Obama administration may have been willing to undertake drastic measures to prevent Israel from bombing Iranian nuclear facilities, even threatening to shoot down Israeli jets.
Kerry warns Netanyahu against revealing details of Iran deal Iran Press TV 02 Mar 2015 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry has warned Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, against revealing details of a possible nuclear agreement with Iran.
Netanyahu Cites 'Obligation' to Warn of Nuclear Iran VOA 02 Mar 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country and the United States agree on the need to keep Iran from getting nuclear weapons, but disagree on how to achieve that goal.
Israel's army conducts major drill in fear of Palestinians attacks Iran Press TV 01 Mar 2015 -- Israeli army has recently carried out a large-scale drill to test response time of its forces to a potential attack by Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
Unexpected Military Drill Held in West Bank by Israeli Armed Forces Sputnik 01 Mar 2015 -- The Israeli military mobilized some 13,000 soldiers for an unexpected drill on Sunday in the occupied West Bank, in the first such exercise in three years.
Netanyahu on 'Historic Mission' to Stop Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 01 Mar 2015 -- Two days ahead of a controversial speech in Washington by Israel's prime minister, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is attempting to shore up the countries' relationship amid diplomatic friction.
Israel Wants US Congress to Add $300Mln for its Missile Defense Systems Sputnik 28 Feb 2015 -- Israel asked US Congress to drastically increase funding for its missile defense program from $158 million, US President Barack Obama requested for fiscal year 2015, to almost $500 million, according to media reports.
Israel Buying Another 14 Sputnik 22 Feb 2015 -- Israel has upped its order for American-made F-35 fighter jets, adding another 14 jets in a contract worth $3 billion. Those jets are being added to a prior deal of 19 jets and comes with an option for another 17.
Turkey, Israel Ties Further Weakened Over Paris Attacks VOA 23 Jan 2015 -- Turkey and Israel have been exchanging angry barbs in the aftermath of this month's Paris terror attacks.
Israel deploys missile batteries near Lebanon, Syria: Reports Iran Press TV 20 Jan 2015 -- Israel has reportedly deployed batteries of missile interceptors near the borders with Lebanon and Syria as the regime braces for possible retaliation by Hezbollah over a recent deadly Israeli attack on members of the Lebanese resistance movement in Syria.
Israel Deploys Iron Dome Batteries, Braces for Hezbollah Retaliation Sputnik 20 Jan 2015 -- Israel defense forces are on high alert after Iranian military men and six Hezbollah fighters were killed during the raid on the side of the Golan Heights, controlled by Syria, on Sunday.

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