http://news.linktv.org Link TV News Videos (Filtered by topics: Avigdor Lieberman) en-us Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 Copyright 2011 Link Media, Inc. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110912?start=941 <p>Kuwait's opposition renews calls for election boycott as candidate registration closes, US-approved Syrian opposition group forms governing body, Saudi-backed Bahraini forces kill teenage protester in Diraz, and more.</p> Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110912 Palestinians, Israel, Syrian National Council, Gaza, Syrian Civil War, Israel Defense Forces, Israeli-occupied territories, Politics of Israel, Damascus, Government of Kuwait In Israel, Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein notified the High Court of Justice that he will decide whether to indict Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman within one month. He has been considering whether to press criminal charges against Lieberman since April 2011, as only the attorney general can do in cases concerning government ministers or court justices suspected of criminal activity. Lieberman's alleged offenses include fraud, breach of trust, money laundering, and tampering with a witness. Weinstein's statement came in response to a petition filed by the Movement for Quality of Government in Israel, demanding that such a decision be made before the January 22 national elections. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110612?start=1187 <p>Russia and Qatar compete over ownership of Syrian people's voice, Britain's Cameron slammed for acting as weapons dealer to Arab despots, Kuwaiti emir vows tough measures against "illegal" protestors, and more.</p> Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110612 Israel, Israel Defense Forces, Politics of Israel, Palestinians, United Nations, Syrian Civil War, Mahmoud Abbas, Gaza, Bashar al-Assad, David Cameron Presenter, Female #1 Israeli Prime Minister Avigdor Lieberman threatened to permanently dissolve the Palestinian Authority if President Mahmoud Abbas insists on going to the United Nations to obtain a non-member state status in the coming weeks. Reporter, Male #1 The Palestinian leadership is planning on heading to the United Nations to gain status of a non-member state at the international organization. At that date approaches, Israel's threats and blackmail are escalating to deter the National Authority from its quest, and to abort the nation's dream. Guest, Male #2 These threats are an attempt to dissuade the Palestinian side. The Palestinian decision taken by the Palestinian leadership, headed by our brother Abu Mazen, is to go to the United Nations this month. If Israel takes any steps against the Palestinian people and the Palestinian National Authority, we will respond with a series of procedures. Reporter, Male #1 During a meeting with his nine-member cabinet, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looked into his government's readiness to take a series of unilateral steps, and the possibility of adopting Judge Edmund Levy's report on legitimizing the settlements across the West Bank on the basis that they are not built on occupied lands, but in Israel. Up for discussion as well are Israel's economic agreements signed with the Palestinian Authority, and the cancellation of work permits for Palestinians in Israel. Guest, Male #3 It aims to launch a relentless war against the Palestinian Authority and the leadership, as well as the Palestinian people. The most prominent events in the upcoming phase could be Israel's unilateral steps through which it is aiming to consecrate the reality of cantons in the West Bank, and to add most of them into Israel. It also wants to complete the process of separating the Gaza Strip from the rest of the Palestinian territory. Reporter, Male #1 Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, who has not lost a single opportunity to display his racism and insolence, threatened to dissolve the Palestinian Authority if President Mahmoud Abbas insists on going to the United Nations. Lieberman reiterated his demand for the quartet to drastically change the leadership, saying it as an obstacle to the advancement of the peace process. At the same time, he called on his county's ambassadors in 27 European nations to an urgent meeting at the end of the week in the Austrian capital, Vienna. Reporter, Male #1 Unilateral steps, the legitimization of settlements, besieging the leadership and weakening its position: that is the policy of the Netanyahu government; a government that exploits every possible podium to market its extortion as if it were a commandment. Perhaps that government hasn't yet realized that the leadership and the people are in one trench against all the plots. Ali Dar Ali, Palestine TV, Ramallah. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102912?start=1194 <p>Car bombings rock Damascus as failed Syrian ceasefire ends, Yemeni prisoners' family members mobilize to demand their release, Bahraini opposition stages anti-regime rallies, and more.</p> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102912 Israel Defense Forces, United Nations, Israel, Gaza, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Tehran, Eid al-Adha, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Palestinians, Syrian Civil War Presenter, Male #1 The Israeli newspaper Haaretz revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman warned the European Union's High Commissioner for Foreign Affairs, Catherine Ashton, of the consequences the National Authority will face if it insists on seeking an observer status for Palestine at the United Nations. Presenter, Male #1 The Israeli newspaper reported that an official, described as a heavyweight in the Israeli government, stated that Netanyahu and Lieberman said that this move will be a step toward changing the rules of the game to push for unilateral Israeli procedures. The newspaper quoted Lieberman saying that Israel will completely sever all collaboration with President Mahmoud Abbas as it did with his predecessor, Yasser Arafat. Presenter, Male #1 To talk more about this subject, we are joined over the phone by the President of the Democratic Front for Peace and Equality, Mr. Mohammed Barakeh, from the city of al-Nasira. Blessed holiday, Mr.Barakeh. How would you explain the statements of Lieberman and Netanyahu? Guest, Male #2 Greetings to you, and to our Palestinian people. We hope to be able to celebrate this blessed holiday in a better environment, and to embark on the path of ending the occupation and establishing our state. Lieberman and Netanyahu's statements are not surprising at all. We don't think one can rely on these two officials to launch any new political process. It seems that their alliance under one list in the upcoming elections of the Knesset, which will be held on January 22nd, is a practically a declaration of war on any solution or peaceful settlement. Guest, Male #2 Their list represents a policy of aggression. Lieberman and Netanyahu's discourse on what they call the dangers of accepting Palestine as an observer member state at the United Nations points that they panicking over this move since it changes the reference points of the negotiations. Guest, Male #2 Palestinian land is not a disputed land, and Israel won't be able to claim it is willing to renounce this piece of land. It is recognized by the United Nations as an occupied country. This changes all the rules of the game, and this is what Netanyahu does not want. Guest, Male #2 The other issue is they fear accepting Palestine as an observer state at the United Nations because it change its ability to maneuver in the framework of international institutions, such as the International Court of Justice, the Criminal Court, and others. I think this opposition means that Israel wants to continue to practice its crimes on the Palestinian people with impunity. I believe that these two officials are cause for concern for the Palestinian people. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102612?start=728 <p>Sectarian violence claims 112 lives in Myanmar, terrorist attack and government killings "violate" Syria's ceasefire as mass protests erupt, suicide bombing targets Afghan mosque during Eid prayers, and more.</p> Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102612 Eid al-Adha, Israel, Ismail Haniyeh, Eid prayer, Politics of Israel, Yisrael Beiteinu, Likud, Benjamin Netanyahu, Avigdor Lieberman, United Nations Presenter, Female #1 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the head of the Likud party, and Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, the head of Yisrael Beitenu, announced they will run on a joint list in the upcoming election under the name Likud Beitenu. Reporter, Female #2 A new surprise was revealed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he announced he will run in the next election with his foreign minister Avigdor Lieberman on one list. The Likud party, and the right-wing extremist Yisrael Beitenu party will unite on the ballot under the name Likud Beitenu. Guest, Male #1 (Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister) We are facing major challenges, and this is the time to unite the lines for the state of Israel. So we decided that Likud and Yisrael Beitenu will compete under one list in the upcoming elections. Reporter, Female #2 The coalition comes as a result of secret negotiations between the two sides that would enable Lieberman to choose the cabinet as he wishes if Netanyahu heads the new government. The coalition that requires the approval of Likud primarily, comes after polls showed the power of Likud recently declined, and suggested that the Likud and Yisrael Beitenu parties would receive about 47 seats in the next Knesset. Guest, Male #2 (Shalom Yerushalmi, Israeli Journalist) Netanyahu was concerned and worried about the possibility that his party may not hold the majority in the upcoming election, which would not allow him to form the new government. Polls showed that the Labor party was able to minimize the gap between it and the Likud. Reporter, Female #2 This is how Netanyahu was able to promote the right-wing forces in Israel, and to capture the attention of the Israeli political circle, as some are predicting this merger could unite poles such as Tzipi Livni and Ehud Olmert. On the other hand, the new coalition pointed to some of the policies the new government will implement if Netanyahu leads it. Guest, Female #3 (Haneen Zoabi, Palestinian Member of the Knesset) He doesn't only want control after the upcoming elections, he wants a government that is not subject to blackmail from outside the Likud bloc. He doesn't not want an unstable coalition, because Netanyahu wants to continue his right-wing policies without any threats from the coalition. Reporter, Female #2 The coalition's most notable priority is to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, and its agenda lacks any mention of negotiations with the Palestinians. Lieberman is the biggest winner of this coalition, and Netanyahu has a good chance of remaining in the post of prime minister as he promotes the image of Israel as a state that is controlled by a government of war, not peace. Shirin Abu-Aqla, Al Jazeera, West Jerusalem. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102612?start=918 <p>Sectarian violence claims 112 lives in Myanmar, terrorist attack and government killings "violate" Syria's ceasefire as mass protests erupt, suicide bombing targets Afghan mosque during Eid prayers, and more.</p> Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102612 Eid al-Adha, Israel, Ismail Haniyeh, Eid prayer, Politics of Israel, Yisrael Beiteinu, Likud, Benjamin Netanyahu, Avigdor Lieberman, United Nations Much of Israel is abuzz with the announcement last night that Prime Minister Netanyahu's Likud party and Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beteinu party will be running on a joint ticket in the upcoming elections. Other factions are now scrambling to deal with the new political alliance. Joining IBA in the studio to discuss the new developments is former editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, Jeff Barak, who says that Lieberman may be the biggest winner of the alliance. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102412?start=273 <p>Israel pounds the Gaza Strip after Qatari leader's visit, Lebanon's March 14 Coalition obstructs president's national dialogue initiative, US assassination drone kills three in Pakistan's North Waziristan, and more.</p> Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102412 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Iron Dome, Palestinians, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Syria, Iraq, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Benjamin Netanyahu, Gaza blockade While making a previously unscheduled visit to an Iron Dome battery station near Ashkelon in the afternoon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised local residents that Israel will fortify all homes within seven kilometers of Gaza, a larger area than the previous 4.5 kilometers, and stated that Israel did not initiate the current round of violence, but is prepared for a wider operation if needed. The prime minister said that he decided to accept the recommendation of the Defense and Home Front Ministries to widen the areas around Gaza that will receive full protection against rocket and mortar fire. The fortification will affect some 1,700 homes near the border. Meanwhile, Netanyahu is expected to meet with visiting EU Foreign Minister Catherine Ashton, who held talks earlier today with Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, and spoke to reporters afterward about the situation in southern Israel. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101612?start=434 <p>France continues push for military intervention in Mali, Iran slams new EU sanctions as illegal, unwise and inhuman, former Bosnian Serb leader denies accusations at war crimes tribunal, and more.</p> Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101612 Sanctions against Iran, European Union, Israel, Syrian Civil War, Syria, Mali, Moshe Dayan, Radovan Karadžić, Investigation into the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, Refugees of the Syrian civil war Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the European Union for ratcheting up sanctions against Iran. The comment came ahead of Netanyahu's annual meeting in Jerusalem with EU ambassadors to Israel. Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said that failure by the EU to do so would be tantamount to the West's failure to stop Hitler in the 1930s. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100912?start=698 <p>Deadly twin blasts rock Damascus as Salafi group targets security buildings, Emirati foreign minister slams Muslim Brotherhood amid crackdown on Islamists, humanitarian crisis mounts as 100,000 Sudanese flee internal violence, and more.</p> Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100912 Syrian Civil War, Syria, Aleppo, Antisemitism, Muslim Brotherhood, Israel, France, Egypt, Cairo, United States Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is conducting a final round of meetings with coalition partners and could announce a decision shortly on whether the Israeli government will head to early elections. Netanyahu met today with the leaders of United Torah Judaism, Deputy Health Minister Yaakov Litzman, and MK Moshe Gafni. Over the past week Netanyahu has met with Interior Minister Eli Yishai from Shas, Science and Technology Minister Daniel Hershkowitz of the new NRP, Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman from Yisrael Beiteinu, and Defense Minister Ehud Barak of the Independence Party. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100512?start=1508 <p>Thousands of Jordanians take part in Friday protests despite king's dissolution of parliament, Israeli forces clash with worshippers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, Syrian rebels down military plane on outskirts of Damascus, and more.</p> Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100512 Syrian Civil War, Syria, Nuclear program of Iran, Syria-Turkey relations, Palestinians, Benjamin Netanyahu, Politics of Turkey, Sanctions against Iran, Damascus, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Amid growing speculation of early elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today held talks with Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman. In a meeting between the heads of the Israeli coalition government's two largest parties, Likud and Yisrael Beteinu, were held in the prime minister's residence in Jerusalem. ** Contact Mosaic News: mosaicnews{at}linktv{dot}org http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100412?start=1388 <p>Turkish demonstrators clash with police after parliament vote to strike Syria, Libyan protestors storm National Congress over lack of representation, Somali government blames al-Shabab for "systematic" killing of journalists, and more.</p> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100412 Politics of Israel, Taliban, Afghanistan, Syrian Civil War, Tzipi Livni, Coalition government, Jordan, Child, Israel Defense Forces, Ehud Barak Speculation continues to mount in Israel that Knesset elections will be moved forward. Persistent reports of a growing divide between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Ehud Barak are fueling the story, especially given Barak's meeting two weeks ago with Chicago mayor and Obama confidant Rahm Emmanuel, as well as his meeting with former opposition leader Tzipi Livni. The need to pass a problematic budget is bringing the issue to a head. Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman spoke out against the dispute, calling the public bickering "unnecessary." http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100212?start=913 <p>Jewish extremists storm Jerusalem's al-Aqsa Mosque, Somalia's al-Shabab claims responsibility for blasts in "liberated" Kismayo, Iranian rial falls to all-time low as Western sanctions take hold, and more.</p> Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100212 Politics of Israel, Taliban, Afghanistan, Mahmoud Abbas, Israel Defense Forces, Israel, Muslim, United States, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Kismayo Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak harshly criticized Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman for calling Abbas the "biggest obstacle to peace," and advocating his removal from office. Barak said that Lieberman's comments do not reflect Israeli policy, adding that if Abbas were ousted, Hamas would take over. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-090512?start=487 <p>Violence rages across Syria as battered Aleppo loses 115 lives, mass anger erupts on Bahrain's streets after uprising leaders lose appeal, Israel's expansion policies separate Palestinian children from schools across the West Bank, and more.</p> Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-090512 Israel, West Bank, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Human rights, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Syrian Civil War, Human rights in Bahrain, Logar Province, Avigdor Lieberman, Palestinians Following the UN bid for statehood by the Palestinian Authority, Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has threatened to cut electricity to the West Bank due to an unpaid bill of USD 125 million. Acting Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas has called a private meeting to discuss the recent Israeli threats, and is also working on ways to strengthen his ties with the Non-Aligned Movement following the Tehran summit. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082912?start=1354 <p>Rights groups warn of deteriorating conditions in Israeli prisons as Palestinian hunger strike continues, Ban Ki-moon arrives in Tehran despite Western attempts to isolate Iran, Pakistan demands immediate end to US drone strikes, and more.</p> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082912 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Non-Aligned Movement, Syria, Damascus, France, Palestinians, Tehran, Palestinian prisoners in Israel, Ban Ki-moon Presenter, Male #1 Israel, through its Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, invited Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi to visit Israel soon. The Israeli minister Lieberman expressed hope that Morsi will confirm his words of reassurance with action. The Egyptian president said he would adopt a balanced foreign policy, confirming that the peace treaty with Israel is safe. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082212?start=739 Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has sent a letter to his counterparts at the Mideast Quartet, urging them to remove Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, whom he described as an obstacle to the peace process, reports Dubai TV. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082212 Syrian Civil War, Syria, Journalist, Egypt, Refugees of the Syrian civil war, Avigdor Lieberman, Bab al-Tabbaneh–Jabal Mohsen clashes, Economy of Egypt, Egypt–Israel relations, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center Presenter, Male #1 Today, the Rafah border crossing was partially reopened following several days of closure in observance of the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The Rafah crossing usually witnesses a high turnout of Palestinian travelers due to the frequent closures. The crossing was also closed early in the month following the recent attack on an Egyptian military post in Sinai. Presenter, Male #1 In a related development, Palestinian official Raed Fattouh, who coordinates the flow of goods into Gaza, said the Kerem Abu Salem commercial crossing was also partially reopened today to allow the entry of aid, cooking gas, and other goods used in the agriculture, trade, and transportation sectors. Presenter, Male #1 Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has escalated his war of words against Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. Lieberman sent a letter to his counterparts at the Mideast Quartet, urging them to remove Abbas, whom he described as an obstacle to the peace process. The letter, which was released by the Israeli Haaretz newspaper, is part of a relentless campaign launched last year by Lieberman against Abbas in a bid to delegitimize him. For its part, the Palestinian Authority downplayed the significance of this latest extremist Israeli position. Our correspondent Mohammed al-Sayyed reports from Ramallah. Reporter, Male #2 It's a new escalation in the Israeli war of incitement against Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman called on the Quartet to topple Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas through new elections in the Palestinian Authority. Guest, Male #3 (Hani al-Masri, Writer and Political Analyst) If the president doesn't respond, Israel is seriously considering his removal by replacing him with a loyal Palestinian leadership that's willing to meet Israeli demands and orders. However, this will be nearly impossible to achieve. Reporter, Male #2 Lieberman's call, which reminds us of a similar position taken by former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon against the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, comes under the context of mounting Israeli pressures on the Palestinians in an attempt to sway them from heading to the UN to seek recognition of their state, especially since the policy adopted by Abbas has embarrassed Israel before the international community. Guest, Male #4 (Dr. Wasel Abu Yousef, PLO Executive Committee Member) They are trying to prevent the Palestinian leadership from heading to the UN, but they know that the Palestinian leadership has already made its decision to seek UN recognition of the State of Palestine. The PA wants to resume its efforts with the international community while holding this right-wing extremist government responsible for any political stalemate. Reporter, Male #2 The unequivocal Palestinian position on the construction of settlements and the Judaization of Jerusalem has prompted the Israeli side to explore ways to get rid of President Abu Mazen. Israel has relentlessly sought to eliminate Palestinian leaderships through various means, and that includes the last move by Sharon to oust Yasser Arafat. And today, in an innovative way, Abu Mazen's turn has come, and is an attempt to drag the Palestinians into a new Israeli-engineered battle, which may further fuel their division. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072612?start=391 UAE detains additional activists as crackdown on dissent continues, Israel orders the demolition of eight Palestinian villages to make way for army training land, Pakistan suspends NATO supply route over security concerns, and more.<br /> Thu, 26 Jul 2012 18:20:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072612 Israel, Iran-Israel relations, Ehud Barak, Human rights, United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Iran, Afghanistan, Human Rights Watch, Human rights in the United Arab Emirates Presenter, Female #1 Iran has held Israel responsible for the suicide bombing that claimed the lives of five Israelis in Bulgaria. In a stormy session at the UN Security Council, Tehran and Tel Aviv exchanged blame over the attack. Reporter, Male #1 This suicide bombing, which claimed the lives of five Israelis, took place a week ago in the Bulgarian city of Burgas. Israel quickly responded, and officially accused Iran and Hezbollah of being behind the attack. Days later, the US President's counterterrorism adviser visited Bulgaria and expressed concern over the terrorist activities of Iran and its Lebanese ally. Reporter, Male #1 During a press conference with his American guest, the Bulgarian foreign minister refused to point the finger at any side, saying that the investigation is ongoing. However, both sides continued to exchange blame, but this time it was at the UN Security Council. Guest, Male #2 (Haim Waxman, Israeli Deputy UN Ambassador) Eighteen years ago, a bomb exploded in Argentina's Jewish center in Buenos Aires. Iran, in cooperation with Hezbollah, was responsible for this attack. Last week, a suicide bombing targeted Israeli tourists. This time Iran and Hezbollah were also responsible. Reporter, Male #1 In direct response, Iran denied the accusation. Guest, Male #3 (Mohammad Khazaee, Iranian Ambassador) It's amazing that just a few minutes after the terrorist attack, Israel accused Iran. We have never and will not engage in such despicable acts. Such terrorist operations could only be planned and carried out by the same regime whose history is full of state terrorism operations and assassinations aimed at implicating others for narrow political gains. Reporter, Male #1 In Bulgaria, the coroner who examined the remains of the person the authorities say is the suicide bomber has unraveled more details. The medical examiner said the bomber has light skin, but could be of Arab decent. The authorities said the suspect came from another European Union country. Reporter, Male #1 However, the EU said it would rather wait until the investigation is complete. This is the message that was conveyed to the Israeli Foreign Minister, Avigdor Lieberman, who met with EU officials in Brussels. Lieberman called for blacklisting Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. For its part, Bulgaria hopes to collect enough evidence to complete its investigation and close the case, which seems to cast its shadow beyond the border of this small country that has never witnessed this type of incident before. Mustafa al-Minshawi, BBC. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071812?start=286 Israel's Kadima party withdrew from the Israeli government coalition amid disagreement over a new alternative to the current draft law, a move that may lead to early parliamentary elections in Israel, reports Dubai TV. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 18:28:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071812 Politics of Israel, Kadima, NATO, Afghanistan, Afghanistan War, Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel, Haredi Judaism, Taliban, Damascus Presenter, Male #1 Hours after the withdrawal of the Kadima party from the Israeli government, Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman vowed to stay in the coalition, despite differences with the prime minster over proposals to change the draft law to include ultra-Orthodox Jews in the army. The disagreement over the draft law is what prompted the Kadima party to withdraw from the coalition, in a move that may lead to early parliamentary elections in Israel. Our correspondent, Sheruk Asa'ad, reports from occupied Jerusalem. Reporter, Female #1 This was the quickest collapse of the largest coalition in the history of Israel. This comes after the Kadima party withdrew from the Netanyahu-led government without achieving its specific goals, notably the revival of the peace process with the Palestinians, and the expansion of the draft law mandating that ultra-Orthodox Jews serve in the Israeli military. Guest, Male #2 (Khalil Shahin, Center for Political Studies) This government has failed to launch a political process with the Palestinians. It also failed to enact a new draft law for ultra-Orthodox Jews. Reporter, Female #1 Netanyahu is keeping one eye on the current government, and the other on early elections, by reaching out to ultra-Orthodox Jews who receive money under the pretext of enrolling in religious schools, in a bid to avoid being drafted in the army. Reporter, Female #1 The religious groups represent a majority in Israel that Netanyahu depends on, similar to his dependence on the settlers who continue to build settlements in Jerusalem and the West Bank, which was the main reason for the collapse of negotiations. Guest, Male #3 (Ahmad Rafiq Awad, Professor of Israeli Studies) It's clear that the Likud party is bowing more and more to pressure from the Israeli right and far-right parties. Likud's main supporters come from the far-right, and the religious extremists. Reporter, Female #1 These are the reasons that appear on the surface. But down below, there are a number of personal reasons behind the collapse of the coalition. Shaul Mofaz is eyeing the upcoming elections, and is seeking to secure a position by proposing secular ideology. Amid all this, Israeli officials seem to have no time to explore ways to resume the peace process with the Palestinians. Reporter, Female #1 Israel is heading towards early elections, most likely in February. Netanyahu has a better chance to win, especially after pleasing and securing the support of right-wing and religious extremists, which comprise the majority of Israeli society. Sheruk Asa'ad, Dubai TV, occupied Jerusalem. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071612?start=231 <p>Israel starts "pilot" prison visits from Gaza relatives for first time in seven years, Lavrov accuses West of blackmailing Russia over Syria, anti-NATO sentiment continues to grow in Pakistan, and more.</p> Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071612 Syrian Civil War, International Red Cross, Israel, Hillary Clinton, Syria, Palestinian prisoners in Israel, US-Israel relations, Human rights in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain Uprising, US-Pakistan relations After nearly two years since her last visit to Israel, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is in the country for a series of high-level talks with a number of Israeli leaders. She spoke with President Shimon Peres on a range of issues, including Iran's nuclear program, Egypt, Syria, and peace negotiations with the Palestinians. They also discussed the matter of releasing spy Jonathan Pollard. Clinton was also greeted at the Foreign Ministry by Minister Avigdor Lieberman on her way to a visit to Egypt, where she met newly-elected Islamist President Mohamed Morsi for the first time. She is slated to meet with Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad, Defense Minister Ehud Barak, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062912?start=1019 <p>Egypt's Morsi takes presidential oath in Cairo's iconic Tahrir Square, Kashmir calm under curfew after fire destroys Sufi shrine, Saudi women launch Facebook campaign to end driving ban, and more.</p> Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062912 Israel, Ivory Coast, Mohamed Morsi, Kashmir, Women's rights in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain Uprising, Syrian Civil War, Ibrahim Hamed, Avigdor Lieberman, Illegal immigration from Africa to Israel A fiery verbal exchange occurred between Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman and Arab MK Taleb al-Sana, during a visit to the Bedouin village of al-Zarnouk in the Negev. Al-Sana accused Lieberman of incitement against the Bedouin population, while the foreign minister charged al-Sana of being a member of a terrorist organization and a supporter of President Bashar al-Assad. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-042612?start=950 <p>Russia accuses Syrian rebels of waging a terror campaign, CIA expands drone war on Yemen to unidentified individuals, Pakistani PM convicted of contempt, and more.</p> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-042612 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Syria, Turkey, Jerusalem, Jordan, Muslim Brotherhood, US-Yemen relations, Awn Shawkat Al-Khasawneh, Afghanistan War Israel does not have clearance to launch a military assault on Iran's nuclear facilities from Azerbaijan. That's the word from Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, who called the latest speculation "science fiction." Speaking from the Azeri capital Baku, Lieberman accused the world media of leaking information aimed at jeopardizing Israeli-Azeri relations. The predominantly Shia Muslim country shares a southern border with Iran, and ties with Iran have been strained in recent months. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-042312?start=428 Dubai TV reports that Egyptian citizens are relieved after Egypt terminated a controversial gas deal with Israel, a deal that would supply Israel with nearly half of its gas at below market prices and has been widely rejected by the Egyptian street. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-042312 Israel, 2011 Moroccan Protests, Bahrain Uprising, Yemen Uprising, Egypt–Israel relations, Syrian Civil War, 2012 South Sudan–Sudan border conflict, Winter Stadium, Beit El, Ain al-Hilweh Presenter, Female #1 A sense of relief is dominating the popular and political scene in Egypt. This comes after Egypt decided to terminate a controversial gas deal with Israel. Under the terms of the deal, Egypt would supply Israel with nearly half of its gas consumption at below market prices. In Egypt, conflicting reports have emerged over the reason behind the termination. While the Egyptian Oil Ministry attributed the halt to the terrorist attacks on the gas pipeline, others said the decision was caused by a delinquent payment, in which an intermediary oil company owed Egypt USD 100 million. In the spring of 2008, Egypt agreed to export natural gas to the Hebrew state for two decades, as mandated by a deal signed in 2005. Tawfiq Ahmed reports from Cairo. Reporter, Male #1 Amid the state of turmoil sweeping Egypt, overwhelming joy has dominated the popular and political scene. This comes after Egypt terminated a gas deal with Israel, a deal that has been widely rejected by the Egyptian street. Guest, Male #2 This decision should have been made a long time ago. If people don't have enough gas for their homes, then why export it abroad? Guest, Male #3 We have waited for this for a long time. This was a good decision. Reporter, Male #1 Egyptian officials attributed the abrupt halt to a commercial rather than a political dispute. The East Mediterranean Gas Company, which exports gas to Israel, has failed to make monthly payments in the amount of USD 100 million to the General Petroleum Corporation and the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company, rendering the deal null and void. The decision has raised several legal issues, which include the possibility of imposing sanctions on the Egyptian side due to a breach of contract. Guest, Male #4 (Ali Hassan, Deputy Director General of the Middle East News Agency) Egypt will not face any sanctions in case an international arbitration is launched. Egypt has every right to terminate this deal due to Israel's failure to meet its financial obligations toward Egypt. Reporter, Male #1 Egypt started supplying Israel with natural gas in 2008, as mandated by a deal signed in 2005. The gas deal was widely rejected for several reasons. Among them is the price that Israel is paying for the gas, which is less than half its cost. The decision may further fuel the Egyptian-Israeli relationship that has been strained in post-revolution Egypt, which toppled Mubarak and his regime. However, the decision, though it was late, has brought comfort to the Egyptian scene regardless of its reason, be it commercial or political. Tawfiq Ahmed, Dubai TV, Cairo. Presenter, Female #1 Israel, which imports nearly 40 percent of its gas needs from Egypt, said that termination of the gas deal was a business dispute, as confirmed by Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman. Lieberman added the Egyptian decision was "not a good sign," but it would be a mistake to turn it into a diplomatic dispute. He also affirmed Israel's commitment to upholding the peace treaty with Egypt. The 20-year-old gas deal was signed in 2005 between Egypt and Israel, under the context of the peace treaty brokered between the two sides. The deal sparked fierce protests before the former regime's ouster. This prompted the current government to review the gas export contracts with Israel. Critics argued that gas is being sold to Israel at a price far below the international market value. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-031612?start=1331 <p>Bahraini activists mark first anniversary of Saudi-backed raid on Pearl Roundabout, Afghan survivors assert multiple soldiers were involved in the massacre, Baghdad heightens security ahead of Arab League summit, and more.</p> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-031612 Iran-Israel relations, Iraq, Israel, Sanctions against Iran, Arab League, Nuclear program of Iran, Iran, Bahrain Uprising, Panjwai shooting spree, Halabja In a Beijing meeting with top Chinese officials, Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman stressed that Israel reserves the right to defend itself in the event that diplomatic measures involving the P5+1 and sanctions against Iran should fail. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-020812?start=1309 <p>Bombardment of besieged Syrian city of Homs intensifies, Egypt's prime minister dismisses US aid cutoff threats, al-Shabab claims responsibility for Mogadishu suicide bombing, and more.</p> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-020812 Israel, United States, Humanitarian aid, Hillary Clinton, Syrian Civil War, Egypt, Al-Shabaab, Ali Abdullah Saleh, Bahrain Uprising, Politics of Afghanistan Jerusalem and Washington have resolution understand and agreement on how to deal with Iran. That's the work from Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman who is currently in Washington for a round of talks with top American officials. Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said today that he and US Secretary of State Hilary Clinton were in agreement on most of the issues raised at their meeting in Washington. At the top of that list, he said, there is understanding that Iran must be prevented from getting a nuclear weapon. Lieberman said Israel and the world should monitor the effects of sanctions already put in place and he thanked the United States for its recent efforts to levy sanctions against the Islamic Republic. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-020612?start=32 American President Barack Obama expressed his desire to solve the crisis around Iran's nuclear program through diplomatic means, warning of the great risks involved with a military attack, Al-Alam reports. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-020612 Israel, Iran, United States, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Syrian Civil War, Iran-Israel relations, Nuclear program of Iran, Palestinians, Syria, Barack Obama Presenter, Female # 1 American President Barack Obama warned of great risks if there's a military attack on Iran. He expressed his wish for a diplomatic solution to the crisis related to the Iranian nuclear program. In Iran, the deputy head of the Revolutionary Guards, General Hossein Salami, warned that his country's forces will attack any country from which the flames of war on Iran are launched. Reporter, Female # 2 The message might have reached Washington and its allies that the Persian Gulf region is no longer open for them to come and go as they please to flex their muscles. And with the presence of Iran's growing force, it is no longer possible to disregard the country as it is ready for those tempted to attack it. And, it seems, it is for this reason that American President Barack Obama made statements ruling out that the Israeli occupation entity has decided to attack Iran's nuclear facilities. Obama expressed his desire to solve the crisis around Iran's nuclear program through diplomatic means. Guest, Male # 1 (Barack Obama, US president) I don't think that Israel has made a decision on what they need to do. I think they, like us, believe that Iran has to stand down on its nuclear weapons program. But, again, our goal is to solve this diplomatically. Reporter, Female # 2 In an interview with the American channel NBC, Obama warned of the great risks that must be considered before militarily attacking Iran. He said he does not want more conflict in the oil-rich region; he considered any additional military activity to be problematic for the US. As for Tel Aviv, it is aware that it is weaker than a spider's web, lacking the most basic strategic military defense elements, as made clear in its latest wars on Gaza and Lebanon. So it has backpedalled on suggestions by some of its officials that the decision has been made to attack Iran. Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense chairman Shaul Mofaz described public statements by Israeli officials on the possibility of attacking Iran as "irresponsible." He confirmed the need to take objective decisions. This comes as Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman is on a trip to Washington to meet with his counterpart Hillary Clinton and members of the US Congress to discuss their stance on Iran. Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu warned against Israeli officials threatening to beat the drums of war in the confrontation with Iran. He said launching an attack on the country will be a catastrophe. This comes as deputy head of the Revolutionary Guards, General Hossein Salami, threatened that any piece of land used by the enemy to launch an operation against Iran will be the target of a revenge attack by the Iranian armed forces. On the sidelines of the ground maneuvers in southern Iran, Salami confirmed that any site from which the flames of war and aggression on the Islamic Republic are initiated will be subjected to a response by the Iranian forces. This warning leaves no room to doubt that war will not be limited to one area if Iran is attacked. And this explains the clear hesitation around the decision to launch war. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-012512?start=1054 <p>Egypt's revolutionaries vow second uprising against military council, Bahraini police violently disperse anti-regime protesters, Iran dismisses Obama's war threats as election propaganda, and more.</p> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-012512 Protest, Sanctions against Iran, Egyptian Revolution, Tahrir Square, Iran, Egypt, Hosni Mubarak, Civilian casualties, European Union, Syria We open with the visit of European Union Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton , who is at this hour meeting with Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman and is scheduled to hold talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later this evening. Ashton is in the region to encourage both Israel and the Palestinians to continue efforts to resume peace negotiations. EU Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton said today that informal talks between Israel and the Palestinians must continue and eventually turn into genuine negotiations. During a tour of Gaza this morning, Ashton said the purpose of her trip to the region this week was to keep things moving as a series of informal talks between negotiators from both sides appear on the brink of collapse. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-011112?start=703 <p>Tunisia's Kasserine marks first anniversary of the revolution, Pakistan fires defense secretary amid escalating crisis, Iran accuses Israel of assassinating nuclear scientist in Tehran, and more.</p> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-011112 Protest, Israel, Tehran, Iran, Nuclear program of Iran, Pakistan, Qatif, Ali Abdullah Saleh, Avigdor Lieberman, Bashar al-Assad Here at home and speaking at a joint press conference with his counterpart in India, SM Krishna, Foreign Minster Avigdor Lieberman called on the European Union to implement tougher sanctions against Iran. India still defends Iran's right to nuclear development, although only for peaceful purposes. The EU has agreed in principle to an embargo on imports on Iranian oil as part of international efforts to increase pressure on Tehran over its nuclear weapons program. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-010912?start=1297 <p>Yemen's cabinet approves immunity law for Saleh, tensions rise in Persian Gulf as Iran sentences US man to death for spying, Amnesty warns of continued Mideast protests and repression in 2012, and more.</p> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-010912 Israel, Iran, Syria, Amman, Yemen Uprising, Sanctions against Iran, Mohammad Ali Jafari, US-Iran relations, Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov, Nigeria In a further attempt to renew peace negotiations, Israeli and Palestinian envoys are meeting again today for a second round of talks in Jordan. But Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman had some grim predictions for today's meeting. Although they were scheduled to meet for the second time in less than a week, officials on both sides were pessimistic that there would be any progress at all. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's envoy, Yitzhalk Molcho, was scheduled to meet Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat in Amman, Jordan, in the presence of Jordanian Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh. Erokat was expected to present Molcho with the Palestinian response to the document he received from Israel last week, spelling out Israel's limits on borders and security. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-010312?start=1371 <p>Afghanistan's Taliban movement confirms deal to open office in Qatar, 50,000 residents flee South Sudan tribal conflict, former Libyan rebel groups clash in Tripoli, and more.</p> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-010312 Israel, Palestinians, Egypt, Islamism, South Sudan, Hosni Mubarak, Egyptian Parliamentary Election 2011-2012, Politics of Afghanistan, Syrian Civil War, Middle East Peace Process Presenter, Male #1 Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman criticized the European Union's recent report on the miserable situation of citizens inside the Green Line, saying it was infested with hypocrisy and stemmed from anti-Jewish sentiment and a refusal to acknowledge Israel as a Jewish state. Lieberman claimed in an interview with Israeli newspaper Yediot Ahronot that the Arabs in Israel enjoy freedoms that residents of Arab countries do not. He referred to Arabs being allowed to protest, without mentioning how these protests are dealt with. The Israeli foreign minister claimed that Arab university students enjoy better conditions than their Jewish counterparts. As for the Palestinian plight, Lieberman said it is impossible to resolve in the coming years. Joining us over the phone from occupied Jerusalem to discuss this subject is the chairman of the Arab Movement for Change Dr. Ahmad al-Tibi. Dr. Ahmad, welcome. Guest, Male #2 (Dr. Ahmad al-Tibi, Chairman of the Arab Movement for Change) Good evening. Presenter, Male #1 Do Arab students enjoy better conditions than their Jewish counterparts, Dr. Ahmad, as Lieberman said? Guest, Male #2 That was nonsense and a ridiculous statement. It's easy for "fascists" to tell lies in order to cover up the truth and mislead the general public. Arab students are suffering from inequality in all aspects. I'll give you an example. In the medical colleges in Tel Aviv and Be'er Sheva there's a minimum age requirement for admission. Only people over 21 years old can apply. This stipulation aims at preventing the Arabs from enrolling and being admitted into medical schools or programs when they graduate from high school at the age of 18 because they do not serve in the Israeli army. In addition to that, a majority of Jewish students have special student bodies, which are semi-public or public or official, that support them by giving them scholarships. Therefore, even as a joke, Lieberman's statement was tasteless and absurd and should not be taken seriously. But he was annoyed by this the European Union ambassadors' report to Israel, which was unprecedented because it speaks of inequality and discrimination against 20 percent of residents, the minority and the Arab citizens. This did not appeal to the Israeli foreign ministry and its chief, Avigdor Lieberman. Therefore, they tried to exert strong pressure on the European Union to not publish the report, through the ambassadors of Holland, Chechnya, and Czech. ** Contact Mosaic News: mosaicnews{at}linktv{dot}org http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-122011?start=260 Amnesty says UN peacekeepers did "nothing" to protect civilians in Sudan's Abyei, Egyptian women stage mass protest against military violence, South Sudan deepens ties with Israel, and more.<br /> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-122011 Israel, South Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Taliban, Foreign relations of Israel, US-Iran relations, Women in Egypt, Syrian Civil War, Bahrain Uprising, Abdullah of Saudi Arabia President of South Sudan Salva Kiir arrived in Israel today for a low key one-day visit. South Sudan was recognized by Israel just hours after it declared independence last July. Israeli government officials declined to provide details about the talks but according to political source, the meetings were likely to focus on illegal migration from Africa. Kiir met with President Shimon Peres and toured the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial ahead of meetings later in the day with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, and Defense Minister Ehud Barak. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-121211?start=215 Thousands protest Israeli plan to uproot Bedouins from their land, Libyan revolutionary fighters clash with army, Syria holds local elections as violence continues, and more.<br /> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-121211 Israel, Protest, Iraq, Jerusalem, General strike, Syria, Civilian casualties, Bedouin, Avigdor Lieberman, Temple Mount There are several disagreements between Jerusalem and the Obama administration. That was the response of Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman. He told a press conference that Washington is wrong when it calls elections in Russia undemocratic. Liberman went on to say that the results in Russia reflect the mood of the country. Moving to issues closer to home, Lieberman refused to comment on Republican presidential contender Newt Gingrich's statement that the Palestinians are not a people and regarding Syria, Lieberman said it was only a matter of time before President Bashar al-Assad is brought down. At the same time, Lieberman warned that Israel is worried about what will come after Assad. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-120811?start=578 Protestors reject Yemen's new government, viewing it as "partnership with killers," Iran displays downed US drone, Israeli air strike kills two Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, and more.<br /> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-120811 Israel, Protest, Iran, Air strike, Israel Defense Forces, Drone, Syria, US-Iran relations, Yemen Uprising, Pakistan Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman told Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin that Moscow's support for the UN bid for Palestinian membership was counterproductive to the peace process. Lieberman was also critical of Russia selling state-of-the-art weapons to Syria. He explained to Putin that it could have negative consequences. Recently supplied the regime of Bashar al-Assad with supersonic anti missiles. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-113011?start=1158 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's forum of aid today approved the transfer of 100 million dollars in tax money to the Palestinian Authority. The decision came despite powerful opposition from Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-113011 Syrian Civil War, Withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, US-Pakistan relations, Yemen Uprising, Morocco, Rafik Hariri, Tahrir Square, Al-Shabaab, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People We open right here in Jerusalem, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's forum of aid today approved the transfer of 100 million dollars in tax money to the Palestinian Authority. The decision follows heavy diplomatic pressure on Israel and came despite powerful opposition from Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman. The fact that the inner cabinet today authorized the resumption of cash flow to the Palestinian Authority came as no surprise to anyone. Over the last few days, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Ehud Barak were overtly lobbying other ministers and trying to sway public opinion to support the initiative. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110211?start=1163 <p>Syria accepts Arab League's proposal to end crisis, independent human rights probe finds "systematic" torture in Bahrain, thousands of Pakistani villagers displaced by operations against al-Qaeda, and more.</p> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110211 Protest, Civilian casualties, Israel, Iraq, Iraqi security forces, Syrian Civil War, Arab League, Bahrain Uprising, Occupy Oakland, Occupy movement We open with the widespread speculation in the Israeli media indicating that the Security Cabinet is considering a military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. The media hype concerning the possible IDF attack on Iran's nuclear facilities reached fever pitch in recent days. The farce has obviously attracted attention in Tehran, prompting the army chief of staff to warn Israel of harsh consequences should Israel carry out these alleged plans. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103111?start=33 Two Palestinian activists were killed in an Israeli raid in the southern Gaza Strip, in the latest breach of the Egyptian-sponsored truce signed between the Palestinian factions and Israel. Meanwhile, UNESCO voted to grant Palestine full membership. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103111 Saudi Arabia, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Palestinian National Authority, Palestinians, Hamas, Israel, Mahmoud Abbas, Palestine, Palestinian state, Syrian Civil War Presenter, Female #1 The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO, voted to grant Palestine full membership. It's a new step toward winning international recognition for the state of Palestine. In response, Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas, said that acceptance of Palestine at UNESCO is a "victory for right, justice, and freedom." However, Israel said the decision harms the chances of resuming peace talks. The US said that the move doesn't serve the peace process, and deeply damages to UNESCO. Guest, Female #2 Ladies and gentlemen, the general conference voted unanimously to accept Palestine as a member of UNESCO. Presenter, Female #1 Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman called for the launch of a wide-scale military operation to end Hamas authority in Gaza. Two Palestinian activists were killed in an Israeli raid in the southern Gaza Strip, in the latest breach of the Egyptian-sponsored truce signed between the Palestinian factions and Israel. Our BBC correspondent Shuhdi al-Kashef reports from Gaza. Reporter, Male #1 This is one of the Israeli surveillance war planes patrolling the Gaza skies day and night. Despite the new Egyptian-sponsored truce signed between the Palestinian factions and Israel, the latter's war planes have not left the skies of the Gaza Strip, and often fly at low altitudes. These planes, referred to in Gaza as "Zananah" due to their loud sounds particularly at night, are being used by Israel to target armed Palestinians in Gaza. This morning, one of these planes targeted two activists in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip, killing both of them. Guest, Male #2 (Abu al-Abad, Islamic Jihad's Jerusalem Brigade) I believe that the situation is headed toward further escalation. However, the ball is in Israel's court; if they want escalation, we are ready to respond, but if they want calm, we are ready for calm. Reporter, Male #1 The Egyptian efforts exerted over two full days succeeded in convincing Gaza and Israel to restore calm. However, the agreement didn't hold more than a few hours, with both sides blaming one another for violating the ceasefire. Guest, Male #3 (Fawzi Barhum, Hamas Spokesman) Hamas and the remaining Palestinian factions cooperated with the Egyptian efforts to end the aggression on the Gaza Strip. We always display the Zionist's violations before the world so it can take action against this continuous aggression and escalation. Reporter, Male #1 The streets of Gaza appear to be normal despite the ongoing escalation, as most residents are gearing up for the Eid al-Adha holiday amid fear of intensified confrontations between the two sides. Guest, Male #4 We don't want an escalation because it harms the Palestinian people, especially in Gaza. Guest, Male #5 God wiling the situation will not escalate to war. People in the Gaza Strip don't wish to see a repeat of the incidents witnessed during the latest war on Gaza. Reporter, Male #1 Many questions remain unanswered about which party is responsible for breaching the agreement for a cooling-off period signed by both sides. Why is that? Guest, Male #6 (Mukhaymar Abu Sa'da, Professor of Political Science at Azhar University) It's clear that Israel wants to escalate the security situation in the Gaza Strip, especially in light of the public pressure mounting on the Israeli government after the prisoner swap deal. Reporter, Male #1 Despite the heated statements and exchanges of blame launched simultaneously by Israelis and Palestinians, many expect the Egyptian efforts to restore calm between the two sides, but not for long. Shuhdi al-Kashef, BBC, the Gaza Strip. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091511?start=1273 Israel's foreign minister Avigdor Lieberman has said Tel Aviv may back the Kurdish terrorist group PKK against Turkey, reports Press TV, causing alarm across the region. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091511 Israel, Protest, Palestinian state, Veto, 2011 Libyan Uprising, Yemen Uprising, Ali Abdullah Saleh, Israeli settlement, Bedouin, Mahmoud Abbas The Israeli foreign minister's recent threats against Turkey have caused alarm across the region. Avigdor Lieberman has said Tel Aviv may back the terrorist group PKK against Ankara. The recent deterioration in the relations between Turkey and Israel let to the right-wing Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman telling a newspaper that he had planned meetings ion Europe with PKK leaders to discuss ways of cooperating against Turkey. The PKK, which stands for the Kurdistan Workers' Party is a left-wing militant group listed by much of the international community as a terrorist organization and which engages in armed conflict against the Turkish state for autonomy in the country's southeast. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091411?start=1046 Bahraini activists planning a silent protest for dignity, Turkey threatens to launch ground raid in northern Iraq, Yemeni opposition rejects Saleh's "political maneuvers," and more.<br /> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091411 Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Israel, Iraq, Turkey, Egypt, Protest, UN General Assembly, Iran, Arab League, Prime Minister of Turkey US and international envoys are holding a slew of meetings with Israeli and Palestinian leaders in a last-ditch effort to contain the fallout of the Palestinian plan to seek UN endorsement next week. The final full court press is underway to persuade the Palestinians to change course ahead of the next week's UN meeting on the creation of a state of Palestine. A series of high-level diplomatic delegations are sweeping through Jerusalem and Ramallah this week. European Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton met today with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, and Defense Minister Ehud Barak. Before the meeting, Lieberman warned that there will be harsh and grave consequences if the Palestinians persist with their plans to seek UN recognition. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072111?start=1237 <p>NATO raid kills three civilians in eastern Afghanistan, humanitarian situation in Yemen's Saada remains poor one year after the war, Egypt's revolution ushers in a new era of media freedom, and more.</p> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072111 Protest, Israel, Syria, Yemen, Homs, Egypt, Syrian Civil War, Syrian army, Ali Abdullah Saleh, Egyptian Revolution Presenter, Male # 1 Israeli leaders have been forbidden from traveling in fear of arrest as the siege on Gaza has been tightened following the Freedom Flotilla. Reporter, Female # 1 Israeli leaders are avoiding travel to Europe and a number of countries around the world. As part of the isolation campaign waged against Israel, Freedom Flotilla activists petitioned Spain to issue arrest warrants as a result of last year's bloody attack. The request includes Netanyahu, Barak, Liberman, Dan Meridor, Moshe Ya'alon, Benny Begin, and Israeli Navy commander General Eliezer. They are accused of committing crimes against humanity and the imprisonments, expulsion and torture of individuals. In Belgium, four Freedom Flotilla activists presented similar summons. In France, a criminal case was filed against Ehud Barak. It includes abduction accusations and use of violence claims. In Greece, flotilla activists presented a case against Barak, Ashkenazi and Marom. The accusations include the violation of international conventions and piracy. The request was also extended to Turkey. However, Israel's major fear is for the claims to reach England, where rules are more stringent, especially since Tel Aviv has already experienced attempted arrests that it avoided in the last minute. Former Defense Minister Amir Peretz escaped from London last month because police there intended to arrest him for war crimes. Tzipi Livni also escaped months ago. Last year, Member of the Knesset Avi Dichter intended to attend a summit in Madrid to look into peace in the Middle East. However, he cancelled his participation after the Spanish Ministry of Justice informed him that it cannot grant him immunity if he comes to Spain due to the warrant out for arrest. Among those who escaped, or were aided in escaping, or avoided travel in fear of arrest, is Defense Minister Ehud Barak, General Doron Almog, Netanyahu's Secretary Yohanan Locker, who accompanies the prime minister on all of his European travels. Recently, Israeli officials have resorted to falsifying their travels. IDF Spokesperson Avi Benyahu admitted to visiting London last March by using another name in fear of arrest over war crime charges against the Palestinians. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062811-world-news-from-the-middle-east?start=1177 Sudan's Bashir defies ICC arrest warrant with visit to China, Russia warns Syria against descending into a Libya-style war, Moroccans react to the king's proposed constitutional reforms, and more.<br /> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062811-world-news-from-the-middle-east Israel, Protest, Palestinians, Syria, International Criminal Court, Israeli-occupied territories, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Libya, Omar al-Bashir Any unilateral Palestinian step toward statehood may bring unpredictable consequences. So warned Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman during a visit to Croatia amid an ongoing mission that will also take him to Albania and Austria in his attempt to derail international support for the Palestinian bid for statehood. The Croatian foreign minister said that his nation's response will be issued following consultations with the European Union and the United States. Lieberman emphasized that the revival of direct talks with the Palestinians is the only way to break the deadlock. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062011-world-news-from-the-middle-east?start=658 World Refugee Day given urgency by Arab Spring, reform proposals in Syria and Morocco met with massive demonstrations, Bahrain accused of systematic torture inside hospitals, and more.<br /> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-062011-world-news-from-the-middle-east Libya, Arab Spring, Protest, Iraq, Tunisia, Syria, Political reform, 2011 Libyan Uprising, Bahrain, Bashar al-Assad Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said today that the biggest issue facing Israel is Iran, which has continued to advance its nuclear program, defying the international community. Liberman charged that the world has forgotten about the Iranian issue and its desire to achieve nuclear weapons. Speaking to the board of governors at the World Jewish Congress in Jerusalem, Lieberman said the expected vote on Palestinian statehood at the United Nations in September is important but not that important and he offered his vision of how peace with the Palestinians can be achieved. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-061711-world-news-from-the-middle-east?start=1121 <p>Saudi women drive wheels of change in the kingdom, Syrian demonstrators insist on the power of peaceful protests, Iraq's political division translated onto the street, and more.</p> Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-061711-world-news-from-the-middle-east Protest, Friday prayers, Israel, Arab Spring, United Nations, Syria, South Kordofan, Yemen, Libya, Saudi Arabia We open with the arrival of European Union Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton to the region as part of efforts to revive peace talks with Israel and the Palestinians. This morning Baroness Ashton held a breakfast meeting with Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman in Jerusalem during which she offered to initiate a session of the Middle East Quartet to help re-launch negotiations. Lieberman bluntly informed the top European diplomat that he believes the chances for resuming talks is near zero at this point in light of recent views and actions by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, whom Lieberman said is far more interested in conflict than agreement. The foreign minister added that United Nation's recognition of Palestinian statehood in September would render the Oslo peace accords null and void as Israel would view such a unilateral declaration as a violation of all previous agreements signed by the two parties over the past two years.