Israel has taken measures to ensure a safe environment, smooth access and movement for the many worshippers and tourists who come to celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem.

The UN General Asembly adopted an Israeli-sponsored resolution on Entrepreneurship for Development in the developing world.

Israel's ambassador to Ireland Boaz Modai responds to recent words and actions of both wings of the Palestinian leadership

Khaled Mashaal, chief of Hamas' political bureau, spoke in Gaza in praise of "the resistance" - a Palestinian code name for terrorism - and condemning Israel.

This one-sided position taken by the EU rewards rejectionism and does not contribute to promoting a permanent peace agreement.