Egypt wants to know more about its people in Israel

The Egyptian Parliament is keen on getting details regarding the status of Egyptians abroad and says its embassies must do a better job of representing them.

Egypt

Why the Rivlin-Abbas meeting didn't take place

European Union leaders consider President Reuven Rivlin one of the only liberal voices within the Israeli right-wing camp.

Palestine

Is the Abbas-Hamas conflict hindering Gaza reconstruction?

In his speech to the European Parliament, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin called to reconstruct Gaza, warning that Gaza residents are being held hostage by Hamas.

Palestine

Why Tel Aviv's embrace of street art worries some artists

While the Tel Aviv municipality usually condemns illegal street art, it sees value in its appearance in poor neighborhoods.

Israel

Should Palestinians recognize Israel as Jewish state?

Regarding Israel being known as a "Jewish state," a Palestinian official said Palestine would recognize whatever the international community recognizes at the United Nations, saying, "It's not for us to define Israel’s identity. It’s up to Israel."

Palestine

How media blackout on Hebron shooter trial will undermine IDF

Following threats against the commander of the soldier who shot a Palestinian assailant on the ground in Hebron, the prosecution has asked that future witnesses testify behind closed doors and that the press not reveal their names.

Palestine

Did Israeli opposition head strike secret deal with Palestinians?

Palestinian sources say that talks conducted last year between envoys of Zionist Camp leader Isaac Herzog and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas did not reach a concrete agreement.

Palestine

The racial profiling Trump so admires doesn't even work in Israel

State-sanctioned racial profiling in Israel means that Arab citizens are subject to detention, body and property searches at any time, despite research showing such methods cause more harm than good.

Palestine

Poker-faced Netanyahu gambles with US aid money

Top Israeli politicians and security officials are urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept the aid package offered by the United States and not take the needless risk of holding out for more.

Israel

Israeli settlement leader says Paris initiative will 'die a slow death'

In an interview with Al-Monitor, Oded Ravivi, head of the Efrat Regional Council, said that those supporting the French peace initiative are detached from the reality on the ground in the West Bank.

Palestine

What's so special about a Jewish prenup?

More and more ultra-Orthodox couples are signing prenuptial agreements, financially protecting women in case their husbands refuse to divorce them.

Israel

Why this renowned Israeli artist wants his sculpture removed from Knesset

Famous Israeli artist Dani Karavan suggests that if Culture Minister Miri Regev penalizes those who refuse to perform in the West Bank, artists should "present texts that tell the truth about bloodshed, racism, aggressiveness and injustice."

Israel