Topic: Ehud Barak

Is Israel serious about closing 23 fringe settlements?

It is reportedly planning to dismantle the outposts in a single day to minimize the violence and bad PR that marred the last major evacuation, in 2006.

In Israel, US envoy maps peace with Syria

Frederic C. Hof, author of a March report suggesting an environmental preserve and other initiatives in the disputed Golan Heights, is meeting with Israeli officials.

US, Israel looking for a way to resolve settlements dispute

In talks in London Monday, Israel's defense minister said the two sides had made progress, but still had 'a way to go.'

In Palestinian town, business booms after Israel relaxes checkpoints

Nablus residents wonder whether the change means Israel is serious about peace or is simply an effort to placate the Obama administration.

Closer to an Israeli strike on Iran's nukes?

US Vice President Joe Biden refused to condemn or rule out such an attack, and Israel has secured Saudi support, a report suggests.

Opinion: The danger of an Israeli strike on Iran

The US needs to make it clear it will not tolerate a first strike.

Mitchell visit to Israel: Does Obama's path to Iran pass through Jewish settlements?

Peace envoy's trip is part of sweeping effort to demonstrate a broader US approach toward regional peace.

As Netanyahu takes Israel's helm, Syria skeptical of peace prospects

Syrian diplomats say Damascus is serious about making peace, and hope Washington will lean on Israel's new government.

Netanyahu: Israel is serious about peace

The hawkish prime minister, who presented his new government Tuesday, shows a distinct change in style and tactics – though not substance – since his 1996-99 term.

In Israel, Labor's move to join Netanyahu coalition draws dovish fire

Ehud Barak says he could act as a counterweight to far-right and religious coalition members.

Israel: Barak gets Labor's backing to join Netanyahu government

How will the partnership between Israel's newest political odd couple works out?

Gaza offensive: Israel confronts soldiers' testimony of excessive force

Israel's military prosecutor has launched a criminal investigation into the alleged deliberate killing of women, children, and elderly noncombatants.

Clinton travels to a hardened Israel

On Syria, Iran, and a Palestinian state, Israel's new leadership disagrees with the Obama administration.

Mitchell lands in Israel, rival Palestinian factions talk in Cairo

The US envoy arrives at a time when Israelis and Palestinians seem most absorbed with fixing their own houses before dealing with their neighbors.

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Netanyahu leans centrist to form unity government in Israel

While the Likud chairman has broad support among right-wing parties after parliamentary polls, he’s courting Kadima’s Livni.

Netanyahu gets nod to form new Israeli government

Netanyahu, who was tapped by President Shimon Peres, has six weeks to form a coalition government.

New drive for Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal

With no official agreement, Israel's Kadima Party could falter in Tuesday's vote.

As Israelis vote, it's all about war and peace

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Likud party hawk, leads in polls ahead of Tuesday's parliamentary election.

What Israeli voters really want

New drive for Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal

With no official agreement, Israel's Kadima Party could falter in Tuesday's vote.

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Palestinian and Israeli exchanges shake Gaza cease-fire

A roadside bomb hits Israeli forces, and Israel responds with airstrike.

Gaza war widens lead of Israel's conservative Likud Party

Polls show Benjamin Netanyahu likely to be next prime minister as Israelis vote on Feb. 10.

Cease-fire efforts under way as Gaza conflict simmers

Israel seeks US help on Gaza weapons smuggling, while Arab nations remain divided over a truce.