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White House seeking to block ex-adviser Bolton's book: reports

The White House has issued a letter to former national security adviser John Bolton, seeking to block the publication of his upcoming book, CNN reported Wednesday citing sources familiar with the matter. Axios news outlet also reported that the White House had issued the letter. The reports...

Iraq president gives parliament 3 days to name new PM

Iraq's president on Wednesday threatened to unilaterally name a successor to the country's premier, who resigned in December, if parliament did not nominate a candidate within three days. "If the concerned blocs are unable to resolve the nomination issue by no later than Saturday, February...

Netanyahu looks to peace plan to boost election chances

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed US President Donald Trump's peace proposal as a victory for Israel earned on his watch, but whether it boosts his re-election chances remains to be seen, experts say. The March 2 vote is Israel's third in less than a year, with polls suggesting...

Palestinians left with few options against Trump plan

Palestinians have rejected US President Donald Trump's peace proposals but may struggle to push back if Israel launches the plan on the ground by annexing settlements and keys parts of the West Bank. Trump's initiative grants the Jewish state full control of Jerusalem and allows it to annex...