Taliban spokesman says after "long and useful" talks in Qatar, both sides must consult with their leadership on the next steps to be taken.

If Israel is willing to hold dialogue with far-left anti-Semites and anti-Zionists, should it not do the same for a far-right party that has at least backed a few pro-Israel initiatives?

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tells Al Jazeera that Strait of Hormuz is narrow and will become less safe as more foreign naval vessels patrol. US is "flooding the region with weapons," Zarif adds.

The Yisrael Beytenu leader sends different messages depending on whether he is speaking Russian, Hebrew, or "Rightish." Don't be surprised if after the election he rushes to join a government made up of the Left and the haredim.

House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer's frank criticism of Israel's settlement policy is further evidence of a crack in the veneer of bipartisan support for Israel.