In response to harsh US criticism of Ya''alon over comments he made about Obama, sources close to the defense minister say that some in the US have ''''marked'''' him for being a bothersome element in the peace talks.

The Israeli army (IDF) confirmed Wednesday that its Air Force targeted several Syrian army positions ‘’that aided and abetted the attack against IDF soldiers Tuesday.’’

''The European Union opposes a boycott of Israeli companies and businesses. We don't want to see Israel isolated ,’’ EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton said.

Unlike before sitdown with Prime Minister Netanyahu, US President Obama didn't precede meeting with PA President Abbas with a get-tough interview.

Abbas says he hopes last batch of Palestinian prisoners will be released March 29 despite reservations voiced by some Israeli officials.

While praising Benjamin Netanyahu for being bold in his peace efforts and for seeking to prepare the Israeli public for compromise, the EU diplomat said the Prime Minister had made the wrong decision in agreeing to release long-term Palestinian prisoners.

Ya'alon: Explosive devise injured forces during routine activity.

Israeli tanks, artillery fire and destroy Hezbollah post; no injuries were sustained by IDF soldiers.

US secretary of state tells lawmakers in Washington that international law already recognizes Israel as a Jewish state, says trust between Israel and Palestinians at a nadir.

European Jewish Press (EJP) sent current Members of the European Parliament written questions on topics of interest and concern to European Jewry.