Hamas trying to ignite violence in Jerusalem

"Over the past week, a Hamas-led incitement campaign has been waged against Israel,” stated Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner The Israeli leader made the…

COGAT okays Palestinian entry for Ramadan amid tensions

The Head of the Unit for Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) announced authorization for Palestinians to enter Israel for worship at Jerusalem’s Temple Mount for Friday prayers…

Gantz, Abdullah hold talks in Jordan

Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz met with King Abdullah II at the Royal Palace in Amman to discuss regional and security challenges, just ahead of another visit to the Hashemite…

Jordanian King meets with PA President Abbas

King Abdullah II of Jordan traveled to the Ramallah headquarters of the Palestinian Authority (PA) on Monday for a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. By Erin Viner “We and…

JCPOA deal tops Israeli-US talks

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken held talks with all of Israel's senior leaders ahead of the historic Israeli-Arab Negev Summit. By Erin Viner After updating Israeli Prime Minister…

ISA Chief visits US, warns of Ramadan violence

Concerns are growing in Jerusalem over a resurgence of Palestinian rioting during observance of the upcoming Islamic holiday. By Erin Viner Director of the Israeli Security Agency (ISA) Ronen Bar…

Lapid meets King Abdullah in Amman

The second meeting between the two leaders comes amid growing tension in Jerusalem just ahead of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. By Erin Viner Jordanian King Abdullah II hosted…

Israel increases Gaza work permits

The move comes as part of Jerusalem’s campaign to ease border tensions with the Palestinian Islamist-Hamas controlled territory. By Erin Viner 10,000 residents of Gaza are now permitted to cross…