Mideast peace

Zuckerman: Palestinians Start to Show Progress

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - November 17, 2009

As Palestinians start taking control of criminal gangs and terrorists, peace looks possible. more >>

At U.N., Obama Brings God Into Mideast Peace Process

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - September 23, 2009

In his U.N. speech, Obama says restarting Israeli-Palestinian peace talks is about "God's children." more >>

Obama is Fumbling a Chance for Middle East Peace

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - September 14, 2009

Only four percent of Israelis see Obama as a friend. That's a big problem for everyone. more >>

Obama, Netanyahu Talks 'Productive'

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - May 18, 2009

A focal point of today's talks was Iran's nuclear ambitions. more >>

Obama to Emphasize Two-state Solution in Meeting with Netanyahu

By Terry Atlas - Nation & World - May 18, 2009

Obama wants Israel's prime minister to express support for a Palestinian state. more >>

Israel, Arabs Have a Common Enemy in a Nuclear Iran

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - May 11, 2009

Common threat to the region could make allies of sworn enemies. more >>

Israel, Despite Hamas Rockets and Media Scorn, Must Not Compromise on Peace or Terror

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - April 6, 2009

Israel, ducking Hamas rockets and media scorn, must keep working toward only genuine peace. more >>

Clinton Lines Up Envoys for Mideast, Iran, North Korea and Other Key Issues

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - March 10, 2009

They bring diplomatic firepower, but also potential ego issues. more >>

Jimmy Carter on Israel, Iran, Barack Obama and the Chances for Middle East Peace

By Andrew Burt - Opinion - February 26, 2009

The former president speaks with U.S. News about his plan for peace in the Middle East. more >>

Discuss Jimmy Carter's <em>We Can Have Peace in the Holy Land: A Plan That Will Work</em>

Opinion - February 20, 2009

Former President Jimmy Carter speaks with U.S. News about his latest book on the Middle East. more >>

Jimmy Carter in the Middle East: Peace and Bird Watching

By Paul Bedard and Andrew Burt - Washington Whispers - February 17, 2009

The famous naturalist watches birds when he goes the Middle East. more >>

What George Mitchell, the Middle East Peace Process, and Students in Ireland Share

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - January 28, 2009

There's something about the U.S. envoy to the Mideast that very few people know. more >>

Obama Faces Tough Task of Picking Up the Pieces in Gaza

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - January 26, 2009

The guns may be silent for now, but the president will have trouble preserving the fragile cease-fire. more >>

Reaffirming the Right of Israel to Exist in the Face of Hamas Attacks in Gaza

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - January 15, 2009

The only thing Hamas likes better than dead Israelis is dead Palestinians. more >>

The Obama Factor in Israel's Gaza War

By Larry Derfner - Nation & World - January 14, 2009

Eyeing next week's inauguration, Israeli officials consider whether to declare victory and withdraw. more >>

Hamas Rejects Cease-Fire With Israel in Gaza

By Larry Derfner - Mideast Watch - January 12, 2009

The Palestinian militant group turned down a truce proposal amid relentless Israeli fire. more >>

Hosni Mubarak, Condoleezza Rice, and Others Ratchet Up Diplomacy in the Face of Israel's Fighting in Gaza

Opinion - January 8, 2009

Hosni Mubarak, Condoleezza Rice, and a host of international diplomats want you to think so. more >>

Why the Gaza War Between Israel and Hamas Broke Out Now

By Larry Derfner - Nation & World - December 30, 2008

Two key factors: A six-month cease-fire ended and Israel faces a pivotal election in February. more >>

Palestinians Training Kids to be Suicide Bombers

By Harold Evans - Opinion - December 19, 2008

Teaching children murder and a warped, dangerous history. more >>

In the Troubled Middle East, Obama Will Confront Multiple Crises

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - December 19, 2008

The list of challenges is long: Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian dispute, Syria, and a damaged U.S. brand. more >>

Why Bitter Foes Israel and Hamas May Agree to Continue Their Fragile Truce

By Larry Derfner - Nation & World - December 16, 2008

If they don't, incoming President Obama could face an immediate Mideast crisis. more >>

Israel’s Likud Party Turns Ultra-Hawkish

Nation & World - December 10, 2008

Right-wing party leader Netanyahu finds himself outflanked by hardliners. more >>

In the Mideast, Obama Faces an Israeli-Palestinian Standoff That Threatens to Explode

By Larry Derfner - Nation & World - November 20, 2008

A Bush legacy, Palestinian radicalism, and an Israeli right turn will burden any peacemaking effort. more >>

In Israel, Some Anxieties About Obama

By Larry Derfner - Nation & World - November 7, 2008

How will the United States Shift on Iran, Palestinians, Mideast Peace? more >>

Bob Ney: GOP Felon and Nut Case

By Sam Dealey - Sam Dealey - August 26, 2008

It turns out he was victim of a grand Cheney-led conspiracy to prevent Middle East peace. Seriously. more >>