CFR.org - Israel

The New Israel and the Old

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:33:08 -0400

The real key to Washington’s pro-Israel policy is long-lasting and broad-based support for the Jewish state among the American public at large.

Movement in Middle East Peace Talks

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:11:05 -0400

Middle East expert Mona Yacoubian says diplomatic moves in the Middle East indicate that various parties are becoming "increasingly alarmed" about regional volatility.

Obama's Speech at the AIPAC Conference

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:29:57 -0400

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama gave this speech at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Conference on June 4, 2008.

The World Next Week: May 30, 2008

Council on Foreign Relations — Fri, 30 May 2008 10:00:09 -0400

A preview of world events in the coming week from CFR.org and The Economist.

Can a Syrian-Israeli Peace Agreement Be Reached?

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 22 May 2008 11:49:04 -0400

Joshua Landis, a leading Syria specialist, says a prospective Syrian-Israeli peace agreement is "very feasible," though perhaps not quickly.

President Bush Addresses Members of the Knesset

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:58:50 -0400

Speech

Probe into Olmert's Finances Imperils Israeli-Palestinian Peace Outline

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:47 -0400

David Makovsky, an expert on Israeli politics, says there is concern a forced resignation of Prime Minister Ehud Olmert could unravel his efforts on Palestinian peace.

Quiz: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:48:18 -0400

This interactive quiz tests your knowledge of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

President Bush Meets with Israeli President Peres

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:40:06 -0400

Speech

President Bush Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:30:14 -0400

Speech

Israel’s 60th Anniversary Issue Guide

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 14 May 2008 10:46:19 -0400

CFR.org provides a collection of resources to help explain the array of issues surrounding Israel's 60th anniversary.

Bush, Rice Need to Get More Involved in Israeli-Palestinian Talks

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 07 May 2008 11:18:01 -0400

Martin S. Indyk, who served as ambassador to Israel in the Clinton presidency and advises Sen. Hillary Clinton's campaign, says it's crucial for President Bush and Secretary of State Rice to become more involved in sealing a Palestinian-Israeli peace deal.

Religion and Foreign Policy Conference Call with Steven A. Cook

Council on Foreign Relations — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:18:35 -0400

Listen to Steven A. Cook, CFR's Douglas Dillon Fellow, discuss the status of the Israel/Palestine peace process sixty years after the creation of the state of Israel as part of CFR's Religion and Foreign Policy Conference Call Series.

Secretary Rice's Joint Press Availability with Israeli Foreign Minister Livni

Council on Foreign Relations — Sun, 04 May 2008 09:18:01 -0400

Speech

Secretary Rice's Joint Press Availability with Palestinian President Abbas

Council on Foreign Relations — Sun, 04 May 2008 09:13:00 -0400

Speech

Secretary Rice's Remarks on "Moving Forward On The Tracks Of The Annapolis Conference"

Council on Foreign Relations — Sat, 03 May 2008 09:23:37 -0400

Statement

Remarks After the Quartet Meeting, May 2008

Council on Foreign Relations — Fri, 02 May 2008 09:28:40 -0400

Speech

Abbas-Olmert Talks a ‘First’ in Mideast Diplomacy

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:04:57 -0400

Contrary to many analysts of the Middle East, Aaron David Miller, who has served as a Middle East negotiator for presidents of both parties, sees reason for optimism in the current process.

Should Hamas Be Included in the Mideast Peace Process?

Council on Foreign Relations — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:24:23 -0400

Two Mideast experts weigh the merits of isolating or engaging the terrorist group.

Kurtzer: Next U.S. President Must Give Priority to Arab-Israeli Talks

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:25:41 -0400

Daniel C. Kurtzer, former U.S. ambassador to Egypt and Israel, says the next U.S. president must make Israeli-Palestinian negotiations a priority.

Crisis Guide: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:09:00 -0400

An in-depth, multimedia look at the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its geopolitical repercussions.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 09:40:05 -0400

The Palestinian Islamic Jihad is an Iranian-inspired Islamic militant group that aims to derail the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and eliminate Israel from the region.

Annapolis and Beyond: The United States and the Pursuit of Arab-Israeli Peace (Audio)

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:20:30 -0400

Listen to experts discuss the state of Arab-Israeli peace efforts since the Annapolis conference.

Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

The al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade is a secular network of Palestinian militias aligned with Fatah that engages in sporadic violence against Israel.

U.S.-Israel Free Trade Agreement

Council on Foreign Relations — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:39:35 -0400

Treaty

Evangelical Statement on Israel/Palestine

Council on Foreign Relations — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:48:34 -0400

Statement

Cook: No Likelihood of U.S. Breaking with Israel on Hamas Talks

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:48:32 -0400

Steven A. Cook, a Middle East expert, says he sees no chance the United States would break away from Israel and deal directly with Hamas in the Israeli-Palestinian peace dialogue, even if it might help move negotiations forward.

Siegman: No Peace Possible Between Israel and Palestinians without Hamas

Council on Foreign Relations — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:10:34 -0500

Henry Siegman, an expert on Middle East negotiations, says no peace will be possible between Israel and the Palestinians unless Hamas is brought into the talks.

Bazzi: Who Killed Imad Mugniyah?

Council on Foreign Relations — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:11:48 -0500

Mohamad Bazzi, former Middle East correspondent for Newsday, says evidence suggests Israel’s intelligence agents as the most likely source of the bomb that killed Hezbollah terrorist chief Imad Mugniyah, but other scenarios also are feasible.

Winograd Commission Final Report

Council on Foreign Relations — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:39:43 -0500

Report