Amos-17 scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and will orbit 22,370 miles above central Africa, providing TV, internet and cellular services, as well as services to governments.
Iranian official says unlike US, Tehran "does not run away" from dialogue. Move follows US secretary of state's recent remarks he would "welcome the chance to speak directly to the Iranian people."
Despite pressure to the contrary, United Right leader Rabbi Rafi Peretz foregoes top spot on joint list in favor of New Right leader Ayelet Shaked. Parties are still discussing four main points of disagreement. “Unity is a common goal for us all,” he says.
Citing "unresolved issues," Iranian nuclear negotiator says Tehran would "continue to reduce our commitments to the deal until Europeans secure Iran's interests under the deal."
Two killed and at least 25 wounded in explosion near Ghalib University, interior ministry spokesman reports.
