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Egyptians, Jordanians Question Peace with Israel
February 22, 2012

“Pragmatic Streak” in Jordan, Egypt
Lebanon remains hostile to Israel; Syria unclear
Egyptians unsure of internal transition

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Hezbollah a New Danger to Africa
February 22, 2012

Hezbollah funneling arms, drugs into West Africa
Iran-Hezbollah linked to international terror attacks
Azerbaijan police arrest terrorists linked to Iran, Hezbollah

Jerusalem, Feb. 22 – The Iran-backed Hezbollah terrorist organization is establishing a dangerous foothold in Africa allowing it to carry out more international terror attacks, Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Ron Prosor told the U.N. Security Council.

“Hezbollah uses West Africa as a transit point for funneling money, arms, and drugs to far-reaching corners of the globe,” Prosor said at a special debate on the growing security challenges facing West Africa. “The world cannot afford to stand by and give Hezbollah a base of operations in West Africa.”

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Jordanians Deny Israel Right to Exist - Poll
February 22, 2012

Only 8% acknowledge permanent right to Jewish state
Majority say cancel treaty with Israel; youngest disagree
Perceptions of Abbas and Ahmadinejad falling

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Lebanese Very Negative toward Israel – Poll
February 22, 2012

100% of respondents negative toward Israel
Over 4-in-10 positive toward terror organizations
Iran has negative rating, stark religious splits

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Obama-Netanyahu to Meet on Anniversary of Bombing
February 21, 2012

17 Killed, 53 Wounded in 2003 Haifa bus blast
Father of one victim writes to Obama
Families active against “culture of hate”

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Deputy PM Meridor: Palestinians Unwilling to End Conflict
February 20, 2012

Report says Palestinians balked at recent Israeli peace offer
Deputy PM warns of Abbas embracing Hamas
Meridor calls on Palestinians to renew peace talks

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Israeli President Visits Arab City
February 21, 2012

Talks with Mayor, residents, schoolchildren
President briefed on ambitious plans for Arab high-tech
Mayor of Nazareth lauds Peres’ commitment to Israeli Arabs

Washington, Feb. 21- Israeli President Shimon Peres has visited the northern city of Nazareth where he met with Arab schoolchildren, spoke with residents, and witnessed the economic strides the largely Arab city has made recently.

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World Must Break Iran-Syria-Hezbollah ‘Unholy Alliance’
February 20, 2012

Israeli dep-PM: Unprecedented international unity against Iran
Meridor: Arab world coalesces against Tehran
Iran’s proxy Hamas fires more rockets

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Iran Defies U.N., Sends Warships to Syria
February 19, 2012

Iran defies world opinion, gives military support to Syria
Iranian-made bomb defused on Gaza border

UK Minister: Iranian nukes “disaster in world affairs”

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Senate Probes Growing Iran ties with Latin America
February 17, 2012

Experts say unprecedented Iran influence in Latin America
Iran ties could compromise U.S. security in the region
Senators warn Latin American countries for Iran links

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Netanyahu on State Visit to Cyprus
February 16, 2012

Visit will strengthen bilateral relations
Both sides seek cooperation in natural gas and energy security
First ever visit by an Israeli prime minister

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Report: Assassination Attempt on Barak Foiled
February 16, 2012

Report says Singapore arrested Iran-backed Hezbollah hit squad
Iranians arrested in Bangkok terror attack
Iran attempted attacks in India, Georgia this week

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Expert: Iran a major presence in South America
February 15, 2012

Noriega: Close ties between Venezuela and Iran largely secretive
Nations “are working together to wage a war against U.S. security”

Brazil, Mexico also concerns

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Iran Expands Nuclear Program Despite Sanctions
February 14, 2012

Iran to install domestic nuclear fuel rods despite U.N. sanctions
IAEA expected to issue report linking Iran to nuclear weapons
Thai police connect Bangkok bombing by Iranians to India, Georgia attacks

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IMF Says Israel’s Economy Strong Despite Global Crisis
February 14, 2012

International Monetary Fund: Israeli economy “remains strong”
Inflation on way down; unemployment at lowest ever
IMF concludes Israeli policies on track, adds recommendations

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TIP Latino Program Proud of Strong Support
February 14, 2012

Latinos clearly support Israel
Palestinians viewed negatively by two-to-one margin
Majority have negative views of Iran

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Terrorists Target Israelis in India, Georgia
February 13, 2012

Blast in India results in injuries to embassy staff
Bomb diffused on Israeli embassy employee’s car in Tbilisi

Attacks follow Iranian calls to attack Israeli targets

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Timeline of Recent Iranian-Sponsored Terrorism
February 13, 2012

Both the United States and Israel regard Iran as a state sponsor and main exporter of terrorism. Hamas has fired thousands of rockets at Israeli civilians since 2005 with Iranian support. Hezbollah currently has an arsenal of over 40,000 rockets and missiles in Southern Lebanon.

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Hamas Leaders Questioning Unity Deal with Fatah
February 10, 2012

Hamas legislators in Gaza say accord violates Palestinian law
Qatar-brokered agreement makes Abbas president and prime minister

Hamas continues to reject peace with Israel

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Poll – Palestinians Support Abbas, Fear Hamas Economically
February 12, 2012

Poll shows Palestinians wary of economic future with Hamas
Hamas founder calls reconciliation deal with Fatah “unacceptable”
Iran giving Hamas moral support, but apparently no money

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Hezbollah, Hamas in Shows of Support for Iran
February 8, 2012

Hamas’ Gaza leader visits Tehran
Hezbollah head: Iran gives us “material support”

Iran nurtures its terror proxies before it goes nuclear

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Israeli Parliament Celebrates Democracy
February 8, 2012

Knesset celebrating 63rd year as parliamentary democracy
Three Israeli political parties now headed by women

Israel marks ecological “new year of the trees”

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Netanyahu to Abbas: Stop Embracing Terror
February 8, 2012

Not too late for P.A. to choose right path
PM warns Arab Spring cannot be flash in the pan
Speaks in Knesset to celebrate 63 years of Israeli democracy

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New Iran Sanctions Need Time to Work: Analyst
February 8, 2011

Analysts say Lebanese government will not arrest the men
Hezbollah-bloc dominates Lebanese government with 18 seats
Hezbollah's criminal activities growing in "size, scope and savvy"

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Iran Pushes Military Buildup
February 7, 2012

Doubles defense budget in face of U.N. sanctions
Claim of defensive program matched by calls to “annihilate” Israel
Civilian launchers serve Iranian ballistic missile program

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Israel, U.S. Denounce Fatah-Hamas Unity Deal
February 7, 2012

Netanyahu: Abbas joining with terror instead of pursuing peace
U.S. says any government must abide by nonviolence, recognize Israel

Joe Klein: Fayyad’s dismissal a bad sign for peace

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Iranian News Agency: “Israeli People Must be Annihilated”
February 6, 2012

Article calls for Iranian strike on Israel
Detailed plans to destroy Israel
Netanyahu: We heard Iranian ruler call for our destruction

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Major Events in the Syrian Uprising- March 2011 to February 2012
February 6, 2012

The Israel Project has prepared a timeline of the Syrian revolt.

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Palestinian Election in Question as Leaders Meet
February 5, 2012

Fatah, Hamas unable to agree on unity government
Overdue elections likely to be postponed again

Hamas participation threatens peace talks

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Iran Escalates Rhetoric as Sanctions Increase
February 3, 2012

Supreme Leader says Israel is a “cancerous tumor”
Canadian FM says Iran will use nukes
Senate pushing through new sanctions bill

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