PM Netanyahu convenes right-wing allies to discuss what should be done going forward, including the possibility of handing the mandate to form the next government back to President Reuven Rivlin.

According to Syrian media, contaminated water traced to area just south of Damascus, although questions remain as to whether there was foul play. Russia has been reportedly trying to counter Iranian presence near capital.

The Israeli system of parliamentary representation is far from perfect, but claims that other options are better are inaccurate.

Iranian leader tells cabinet that "we agree with the general framework from the Europeans" after France, Britain, and Germany urge Tehran to launch new talks on deal.

Middle-and upper-class Israelis must work for 11 years to be able to afford a 650-square-foot apartment in central Tel Aviv, which makes prices in the city similar to those in New York and Tokyo.