Palestinian peace talks

Hamas is demanding the Philadelphi Corridor for a reason - analysis

It stands to reason that the control of the border was a key ingredient in Hamas’ strength and this is why it wants it back. 

The Philadelphi Corridor
Ambassador Gilad Erdan is seen holding a graphic about Hamas while speaking to the UN General Assembly, on May 20, 2021.

UN’s biased and destructive obsession with Israel - opinion

Joe Biden salutes supporters next to the slogan ‘Battle for the soul of the nation’ during a pre-election event in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 2.

Given America's history in the Middle East, should Biden stay the course?

Then US Vice-President Joe Biden (L) meets with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in the West Bank city of Ramallah March 9, 2016

Some 49% of Israelis want Biden to relaunch talks with the PA


UNSC members: Israeli-Palestinian talks must be based on pre-1967 lines

‘The two-state solution, with Jerusalem as the future capital for both states, is the only way to ensure sustainable peace and stability in the region,’ the six EU nations said

The UN Security Council

U.S. not weighing ‘one state’ fix to Israel-Palestinian conflict, Greenblatt says

Greenblatt and US envoy Jared Kushner, who are heading the peace process, have both refrained from speaking of a “two-state solution.”

US special envoy Jason Greenblatt at the UNSC Arria-formula meeting in New York

The General Assembly must discuss the West Bank

Months ago, T’ruah, the organization I run, approached JFNA staff to offer a day trip to the West Bank, to take place right before or after the GA. The answer was no.

Jewish Agency Chairman Natan Sharansky, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jewish Agency Director-General Alan Hoffman attend the Jewish Agency Assembly in Tel Aviv.

Between one state and two: Time to decide

In any event, it is essential to maintain a constant and varied dialogue with the PLO/ PA and with various groups in Palestinian society.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) greets Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in the Monroe Room of the State Department in Washington September 2, 2010.

Encountering Peace

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needs a distraction, but he will not alienate his base and those to the Right of his base by making concessions of any kind to the Palestinians.

The Palestinians have not yet returned to full security coordination following the Aksa Mosque magnetometer crisis, and President Abbas has reset the starting point for reopening a peace process.’

Under Trump, Israeli terrorism victims at least get genuine condolences

“The United States stands with our ally Israel and condemns the savage terrorist attack in Jerusalem,” tweeted Trump’s lead international negotiator Jason Greenblatt.

U.S. President Donald Trump arrives at Newark International airport, June 9, 2017.

The Trump effect: Slight uptick in Palestinian support for peace talks

Poll finds plurality of Palestinians believe Trump is at least somewhat capable of achieving a deal between Israel and the Palestinians.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas (R) and US President Donald Trump listen to anthems during a welcome ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Bethlehem on May 23, 2017

Abbas to meet pope on Saturday

Palestinian Authority leader is stopping in Rome on his way to the Paris summit.

Pope Francis (R) talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas during a private audience at the Vatican City, May 16, 2015.

Building a shared society

From day one there was a sense of rage from Israel’s citizens, blasted loudly by the media, quoting the prime minister, that the Palestinians had discovered a new weapon in their war against Israel.

Fire damage in Halamish.

Netanyahu, what would you have done if you were a Palestinian?

What would you do today to bring about an end to the occupation, and the creation of a true independent, democratic and contiguous Palestinian state if you were a Palestinian?

PM Netanyahu: Dear Arab citizens of Israel--take part in our society in droves

Now Israel has only one option in securing its future with Palestinians and Iran

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