Secretary of state returns to region on Thursday with hopes of restarting peace talks. Palestinian, Israeli officials skeptical efforts will bear fruit

Channel reruns interview with Rohani, in which he voices intentions to reach compromise with West on nuclear policy; broadcast probably meant to show new leader's moderate leanings

Nearly 600 people killed in monsoon flooding, landslides; tens of thousands still stranded

President says Iran ready to move on, while Arab voices are optimistic – some cautiously, others robustly – regarding Rohani's ability to let in winds of change

New Palestinian Prime Minster Hamdallah visits Temple Mount, hears list of alleged Israeli infringements of Al-Aqsa Mosque, informs Palestinians of plans to implement projects in Jerusalem

Obama's chief of staff comments on Rohani election, claims if new president makes good on campaign promises, UN decisions regarding nuclear program, ties between countries can be mended. Israeli analysts concerned moderate guise may do more harm than good

Bill proposing to afford preferential treatment to citizens who served in IDF or civil service approved by committee; AG, Justice Minister against bill

Lapid meets Palestinian counterpart; two discuss economic cooperation renewal, including joint investment, trade. Lapid: Will work to continue to strengthen economic ties