Diplomats say US objected to statement's failure to condemn Hezbollah and its "moral equivalence" between Israel and the terrorist group. "Our diplomatic negotiations are confidential, and we are unable to discuss the details of closed door negotiations," US UN Mission says in a statement.

Blue and White drops to 30 seats, while Labor-Gesher gains at the expense of the Democratic Union. Some 40% of respondents say that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is the best candidate to lead the government.

Apathy is anathema to the long term well-being of any democracy. The legitimacy of a representative government depends on a proactive public holding its leaders' feet to the fire.

Some 80 Jewish, pro-Israel groups say university-related academic program should not be allowed to use its departmental logo and name "to disseminate politically motivated and hate-filled messages."

Greenblatt's departure date has not been set but will happen after the Trump peace plan is released.