The initiative of an immigrant from New York, the social program seeks to banish loneliness for both volunteers and ‘adopted grandparents.’

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.

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

Germany, under your leadership, has been a true friend of the State of Israel; its efforts for Israel's security are deserving of all esteem.