Half a year after adding 'Israeli resistance' to Gaza's public school curriculum, Hamas rejects UN text books as 'ideologically and philosophically' unfit for Gazans, claiming books focus too heavily on 'peaceful' conflict resolution

After a string of suicide bombings targeted Hezbollah's stronghold, terrorist group cancels annual public rally, opting instead for televised speech by Nasrallah. Meanwhile, sources in Lebanon point at growing threat against group amid Syrian involvement

From politicians, to rabbis, to philanthropist, over 150 prominent US Jewish leaders sent Netanyahu a letter expressing their support of the two-state peace solution, and praising Kerry for his efforts

Protest declared by asylum seekers in south Tel Aviv continues to draw hundreds of supporters

According to Israeli military experts, Abbas' suggestion to deploy international troops at future Palestinian state could be effective in maintaining security, depending on troops' capabilities, authorities

Were Givati soldiers properly briefed? Were they given the rules of engagement for operating near a friendly force? Did the Givati soldier ask permission to open fire?

The Katana, named for a samurai sword, will be used to protect oil rigs, ship interception, port security. IAI highlights the craft's reliability, with "no chance of a mishap stopping a mission"

US president says in NBC interview his Russian counterpart's style is 'to sit back, look bored', but it's only an act, and the relationship between the two countries is not 'icy'