Former PM says America ''is perceived to have been weakened'' over the last several years, but could still destroy Iran's nuclear arsenal in operation he said would be easier than planned campaign against Syrian chemical weapons.
US National Security Adviser is in Israel with other top American officials to report on the progress with Iran over its nuclear program; tells PM that US will not allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon.
European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton has expressed support for a new Palestinian unity government which adheres to Quartet requirements, fueling Israeli concerns over ‘back door’ international recognition of Hamas.
Republicans in Congress and pro-Israel groups criticized US Secretary of State John Kerry for saying Israel could become an apartheid state if it doesn't reach a peace deal with the Palestinians.
US president says both Israeli and Palestinian leaders unwilling to ''make hard choices''; Israeli finance minister vows government ''will not negotiate with Hamas.''
Despite the fact that Hamas, the Islamist groups in Gaza is on the EU’s list of terrorist organizations, the European Union has welcomed the reconciliation accord between Fatah of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas.
''This could seriously complicate our efforts. Not just our efforts but the efforts of the parties to extend their negotiations,'' US State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said.
