Kushner: Mideast plan won't say ‘two states’ Jared Kushner revealed new contours on Thursday of the upcoming US peace plan for the Middle East, indicating that it will pull back from longstanding mentions of a two-state solution with the Palestinians and accept Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Netanyahu looks to form right-wing government after victory Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to form a right-wing governing coalition on Thursday (local time) after securing victory in a high-stakes Israeli election despite a strong challenge from a centrist alliance.

Challengers unite in Israel election threat to Netanyahu

The two main challengers to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced an electoral alliance Thursday, posing a threat to the premier's long tenure in office as he also faces potential corruption charges.

Israel opposes UN council visit to Palestinian territories

Israel has told the UN Security Council that it opposes a planned visit by the top UN body to the Palestinian territories for a close-up look at the situation, Kuwait's ambassador said Wednesday.

Viet Nam concerned over escalating conflict in Gaza Strip1

Head of Việt Nam’s Mission to the United Nations Ambassador Đặng Đình Qúy expressed his profound concern over the complicated situation in the Middle East, especially the escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

Australia mulling embassy move to Jerusalem: PM

Australia is considering moving its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on Tuesday, following the lead of US President Donald Trump.

Trump pledges Mideast peace plan within months

President Donald Trump vowed on Wednesday to present a "very fair" Middle East peace plan by the end of the year and endorsed a two-state solution, apparently confident that the Palestinians would return to talks despite his unwavering support for Israel.

Việt Nam, Egypt issue joint statement during high-level visit

Việt Nam and Egypt have issued a joint statement during the State-level visit to Egypt by President Trần Đại Quang and his spouse from August 25-28 at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi.

Condolences to Palestine over casualties in Gaza Strip conflict

Vietnamese President Trần Đại Quang has sent a message of condolences to President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas over the deaths and injuries of many Palestinians in the conflict in the Gaza Strip on May 14.

VN concerned over violence in Gaza

Việt Nam is concerned about escalating tension and violence in the Gaza Strip over recent days, which killed and injured many Palestinians, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lê Thị Thu Hằng said at a regular press briefing on May 17.