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Netanyahu's main coalition partner pushes for early election
Netanyahu's main coalition partner calls for early elections, seeks consultations on date as early as Sunday
2h ago
- Nov 15
Palestinian suspended for helping Israelis fix flat tire
Palestinian police chief suspended for helping Israeli soldiers fix a flat tire in the West Bank
Nov 15 - Nov 14
- Nov 14
Defense chief's resignation pushes Israel toward election
The resignation of Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman was ostensibly a show of anger over Tuesday's informal truce with Israel's Hamas enemies
Nov 14
- Nov 14
Gaza cease-fire holds, while Israel's government may collapse
Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman resigned over the ceasefire.
Nov 14
- Nov 14
Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire after days of intense violence
The ceasefire agreement resulted in Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman resigning in protest.
Nov 14
- Nov 14
10 Palestinian militants, Israeli commando killed in Gaza following botched Israeli military operation
Hamas says Israel botched an assassination operation inside Gaza.
Nov 14
- Nov 13
Cease-fire takes hold between Israel and Hamas
Hamas and other militant groups say they have accepted an Egyptian-brokered cease-fire to end two days of intense fighting with Israel that had pushed the sworn enemies to the brink of a new war
Nov 13
- Nov 13
Violence in the Gaza Strip
ABC News' Molly Hunter discusses the latest violence in the Gaza Strip, where recent clashes represent the most serious escalation near Gaza since 2014.
Nov 13
- Nov 13
Israel, Hamas trade heavy fire after deadly incursion
Palestinian militants have bombarded Israel with dozens of rockets and mortar shells, while Israeli warplanes struck targets throughout the Gaza Strip in what appeared to be the most intense exchange of fire since a 2014 war
Nov 13
- Nov 12
- Nov 12
The Latest: Israel says soldier killed in Gaza clashes
The Israeli army says an officer was killed and another was moderately wounded during an exchange of gunfire in Gaza
Nov 12 - Nov 3
Israel PM praises restoration of US sanctions on Iran
Israel's prime minister has praised the restoration of U.S. sanctions on Iran that were lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal
Nov 3 - Oct 18
American student can enter Israel, nation's top court rules
She had been detained for over two weeks.
Oct 18 - Sep 26
Trump backs two-state solution for Israeli-Palestinian conflict
"I like two-state solution," Trump said in response to a reporter's question about whether his administration's forthcoming peace plan would include such a scenario.
Sep 26 - Sep 25
Israel under threat in shifting Middle East diplomacy: Analysis
Growing Iranian influence in neighboring Syria is worrisome for Israel.
Sep 25 - Jul 30
American college student swept out to sea in Israel found dead
TeNiya Elnora Jones was swimming near Tel Aviv when she was swept out to sea.
Jul 30 - Jul 24
Israel shoots down Syrian fighter jet
The fighter jet was "intercepted" by Patriot missiles in Israeli airspace, according to the IDF.
Jul 24 - Jul 20
Israel passes controversial Jewish nation-state law
Critics describe the law as racist and say it harms the rights of Palestinians.
Jul 20 - Jul 18
US Embassy in Jerusalem to cost more than $21 million -- nearly 100 times President Trump’s estimate
The State Department awarded Maryland-based company Desbuild Limak D&K a contract for $21.2 million to revamp security for the new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem.
Jul 18 - Jun 11
U.S opening new American embassy in Jerusalem
Trump igniting months of protests with his decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Protests continue at Gaza border after deadliest day in years
ABC News' Molly Hunter reports from Gaza City a day after Israeli forces killed over 50 protesters.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Over 50 dead as US opens embassy in Jerusalem
More than 50 people, including eight children, were killed by the Israeli military in Palestinian protests that erupted Monday along the Gaza border, Palestinian authorities said.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israel acted with 'restraint' in Gaza border clash: Haley
U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley said Israel was facing Hamas extremists who incited people who lobbed flaming objects toward the Israeli side of the border fence and urged protest marchers to breach it.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
President Trump's video message played at US Embassy opening in Jerusalem
The president's remarks were met with a standing ovation during the ceremony.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
New US embassy opens in Jerusalem
Jared and Ivanka Trump are in Israel to witness one of President Trump's most controversial campaign promises fulfilled, recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
When Trump 'makes a promise, he keeps it,' Kushner says as Jerusalem embassy opens amid protests
Kushner also drew a standing ovation with his reference to Trump's announced withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Dozens dead in Gaza protests
Israeli forces reportedly shot and killed at least 55 Palestinians and wounded more than 1,200 during mass protests Monday along the Gaza border.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Tensions rise as the US prepares to move its embassy to Jerusalem
The opening of the embassy will coincide with the anniversary of the creation of the state of Israel.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israeli military blames Iranian forces for firing direct strike
The Israeli military says Iranian forces fired about 20 rockets into the Golan Heights from Syria, targeting its military in that Israeli-controlled region.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israel launches missiles at Iranian military targets in Syria
The move was in response to an attack, allegedly by Iranian troops, in the Golan Heights.
Jun 11 - Jun 6
May 29, 2005: Mahmoud Abbas on Israel, terrorist organizations and his vision for the future of the Gaza Strip
"This Week's" George Stephanopoulos speaks with the Palestinian president after his meeting with President George W. Bush at the White House.
Jun 6 - May 15
Israeli troops kill 2 and injure hundreds, Palestinians say
Gaza was calmer on Tuesday after the deadliest day since 2014.
May 15 - May 15
Nikki Haley denies Gaza violence is related to new US Embassy in Jerusalem
Haley denied the violence was connected to the new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem.
May 15 - May 15
Palestinian photographer's personal account of the violence in Gaza
Reuters photographer Ibraheem Abu Mustafa documents the protests and violence in Gaza.
May 15 - May 15
In shift, US backs Israel fully after global outcry over Gaza violence: ANALYSIS
Other countries have demanded that Israel stop using live gunfire.
May 15 - May 15
Over 50 Palestinians in massive protest are killed by Israeli military, bloodiest day in Gaza since 2014 war
More than 50 people have been killed, including eight children in Palestinian protests that erupted over the U.S. embassy's opening in Jerusalem.
May 15 - May 14
Controversial pro-Trump pastor gives blessing at Jerusalem embassy opening
Robert Jeffress has a history of making controversial remarks about religion.
May 14 - May 14
Israel wins Eurovision Song Contest with chicken dance
The biggest story in Israel is not the Iranian strikes last week.
May 14 - May 11
Opening of US Embassy in Jerusalem: What to know
Next week's inauguration marks a historic change in U.S. policy. Here's why.
May 11 - Apr 23
Natalie Portman snubs $1 million award, blames Benjamin Netanyahu
Actress Natalie Portman has drawn ire from her native Israel after declaring to boycott receiving an award known as the "Jewish Nobel."
Apr 23 - Apr 20
Palestinians stage protests along border with Israel
Four Palestinians were killed Friday amid protests.
Apr 20 - Apr 1
Violence escalates in the Middle East
The United Nations has called for an independent investigation into recent deadly events in Gaza.
Apr 1 - Mar 28
Israeli prime minister released from hospital
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was discharged from the hospital shortly after midnight on Wednesday, after undergoing medical tests.
Mar 28 - Mar 2
Israeli police grill Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at home in yet another investigation
In the growing list of investigations, Netanyahu was questioned Friday.
Mar 2 - Feb 23
US to move embassy to Jerusalem in May
The U.S. will move its embassy to Jerusalem in May sources tell ABC News.
Feb 23 - Feb 14
Following police report, Netanyahu's government still stable
Key political leaders back Netanyahu until attorney general has made decision.
Feb 14 - Feb 14
Israeli police recommend charging Netanyahu in corruption cases
Netanyahu has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
Feb 14 - Feb 13
Trial of Palestinian teenager who slapped Israeli officer closed to press
Palestinian teenager Ahed Tamimi's trial has sparked international controversy.
Feb 13 - Feb 13
Israeli police recommend charging Netanyahu in corruption cases
Netanyahu has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
Feb 13