The unprecedented Saudi move came as a result of growing local criticism of the police and the way it performs its role as the defender of Sharia law in the state.

Barghouti was sentenced to five life terms in prison for his role in terrorist attacks against Israelis during the Second Intifada.

"Jews have been part of the Indian society for 2,300 years now."

“I don’t think anyone’s talking about a withdrawal,” said Navy Captain Jeff Davis.

“We won’t let something like this succeed,” Zionist Union MK said following vote.

This was not the first time that Israel and the isolated Communist state have met on the ice.

Lawmakers in coalition and opposition speak out against the practice, even when patients request it.

Steve Linde to step down after five years at helm.