settlements

Israeli housing plans counterproductive, Clinton says

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Israeli plans to build additional housing in eastern Jerusalem is counterproductive to peace talks.

By JTA Staff November 10, 2010 9:34 pm

Netanyahu offers freeze for recognition

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would reinstate a West Bank construction freeze if the Palestinians recognize Israel as a Jewish state.

October 11, 2010 10:25 pm

Bibi pushing quiet diplomacy in bid to restart talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he is “in the midst of sensitive diplomatic contacts with the U.S. administration” in the effort to continue peace talks with the Palestinians.

October 4, 2010 6:09 pm