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US envoy to Israel: US ready to strike Iran - CBS News Thu, 17 May 2012 23:37:31 GMT

CBS News

US envoy to Israel: US ready to strike Iran CBS News JERUSALEM — The US has plans in place to attack Iran if necessary to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons, Washington's envoy to Israel said, days ahead of a crucial round of nuclear talks with Tehran. Dan Shapiro's message resonated Thursday ... US Envoy to Israel Says Nation Is Ready on IranNew York Times US Envoy to Israel: Military Option for Iran 'Ready' if NecessaryVoice of America (blog) all 1,034 news articles »

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US eyes funding boost for Israel's "Iron Dome" shield - Reuters Fri, 18 May 2012 02:07:54 GMT

Voice of America

US eyes funding boost for Israel's "Iron Dome" shield Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Pentagon will seek to provide Israel with an additional $70 million in the coming months for its short-range rocket shield, known as the "Iron Dome," Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said after a meeting with his Israeli ... Increasing Israel Aid, Cutting Everything ElseHuffington Post (blog) US Boosts Funding for Israel's 'Iron Dome' Defense SystemVoice of America Pentagon to Give Israel $70 Million for Iron DomeBloomberg The Associated Press -New York Daily News all 276 news articles »

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Israel Olympic officials upset over lack of tribute - USA TODAY Thu, 17 May 2012 19:35:35 GMT

USA TODAY

Israel Olympic officials upset over lack of tribute USA TODAY JERUSALEM (AP) – Israeli officials fumed Thursday after failing to persuade the IOC to hold a special tribute at the London Olympic opening ceremony to the 11 Israeli team members killed after being taken hostage by Palestinian gunmen at the 1972 ... Israel upset over lack of opening ceremony tributeYahoo! Sports IOC declines Israel's requestESPN Israel slams Olympic committee over Munich massacre tributemsnbc.com (blog) all 84 news articles »

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Israel plays 1st American football international, hoping it's the 1st step of many - Washington Post Thu, 17 May 2012 22:33:12 GMT

FOXSports.com

Israel plays 1st American football international, hoping it's the 1st step of many Washington Post PETAH TIKVA, Israel — There were no cheerleaders, tailgaters and not that many spectators. The gridiron was marked over a baseball diamond and the home side scored one touchdown while conceding seven. As debuts go, however, Israel's first American ... Israel's American football team debutsFOXSports.com Israel's American football team plays 1st gameAlbany Times Union Israel's American football team plays first international gameThe Times of Israel all 16 news articles »

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Israel becomes a target in Egypt's presidential vote - Reuters Thu, 17 May 2012 13:32:49 GMT

Independent Online

Israel becomes a target in Egypt's presidential vote Reuters By Edmund Blair | CAIRO (Reuters) - Israel has become a punchbag for politicians vying for votes in Egypt's presidential race, playing on popular antipathy in Egypt towards its neighbor, but the realities of office are likely to ensure a 33-year-old ... Israeli firm writes off investment in Egypt gas dealJerusalem Post all 105 news articles »

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Turkey says Israeli plane violates N.Cyprus airspace - Reuters Thu, 17 May 2012 15:01:37 GMT

Deutsche Welle

Turkey says Israeli plane violates N.Cyprus airspace Reuters Turkish military says Israeli plane entered N. Cyprus airspace on Monday * Turkey-Israel relations fell apart after deadly 2010 ship raid * Tensions high in Cyprus over rival energy exploration moves (Adds Turkish foreign ministry comment) By Daren ... Turkey Protests Israeli Flyover of North CyprusVoice of America (blog) Turkey asks Israel to explain airspace 'violation'Pakistan Daily Times Israel tank fire hurts seven in Gazagulfnews.com WNCT -Deutsche Welle all 121 news articles »

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South Sudan, world's youngest nation, develops unlikely friendship with Israel - Jewish Telegraphic Agency Thu, 17 May 2012 20:29:03 GMT

South Sudan, world's youngest nation, develops unlikely friendship with Israel Jewish Telegraphic Agency For another, the Israeli flag is ubiquitous here. Miniature Israeli flags hang from car windshields and flutter at roadside stalls, and at the Juba souk in the city's downtown, you can buy lapel pins with the Israeli flag alongside its black, ... and more »

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Israel's military chief of staff to visit China in sign of warming security ties - Washington Post Thu, 17 May 2012 16:59:57 GMT

CRIENGLISH.com

Israel's military chief of staff to visit China in sign of warming security ties Washington Post JERUSALEM — An Israeli official says the country's military chief of staff will be making an official visit to China in a sign of warming security ties between the countries. The military official said Thursday that Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz will leave for ... Israeli military chief of staff to visit ChinaSan Francisco Chronicle Israel and China Seek to Broaden Financial CooperationCRIENGLISH.com all 81 news articles »

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Military activities reported near Israel-Gaza border - CNN Thu, 17 May 2012 10:40:30 GMT

Brisbane Times

Military activities reported near Israel-Gaza border CNN (CNN) -- Israeli tank fire wounded seven Palestinians in a farm field east of Gaza City on Thursday, Palestinian medical and security officials said. A spokesman for the Israel Defense Forces initially denied tank fire was used in an operation against ... Military activities reported near the Israel-Gaza borderCNN International PA sports chair: Oust Israel from Olympic c'teesJerusalem Post A warning to IsraelIrish Times Algemeiner -Topanga Messenger -The Jewish Journal of Greater L.A. all 296 news articles »

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Coalition of the Unwilling - New York Times (blog) Thu, 17 May 2012 12:37:57 GMT

New York Times (blog)

Coalition of the Unwilling New York Times (blog) By SHMUEL ROSNER Pool photo by Oded Balilty/ReutersPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, right, and Shaul Mofaz, once a Knesset member in the opposition, now Netanyahu's ally. WASHINGTON — Hopes for the resumption of peace negotiations between ... Netanyahu's move changes landscapeMiamiHerald.com all 133 news articles »