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Israel survey finds deep divisions, displeasure with leaders

 It's no secret that Israel is a deeply polarized nation, with its prime minister facing a slew of corruption allegations, the peace process at a standstill and the government moving to stifle critics. But a new survey released on Tuesday shows just how divided the country has...

Palestinian boy becomes symbol of Jerusalem protests

Palestinian teenager Fawzi al-Juneidi has become the symbol of ongoing protests against U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision last week to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.  Al-Juneidi, 16, was detained on Thursday during clashes in the West Bank city of Hebron...

Abbas in Cairo, Istanbul to rally region over Jerusalem

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Monday intensified efforts to rally Middle Eastern countries against U.S. recognition of occupied Jerusalem as Israel's capital, setting up talks with Arab leaders beginning in Cairo. Abbas will meet President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt, which...