In order to accommodate West Bank Palestinians observing Ramadan, a series of measures has been taken to facilitate both the observance and celebration of Ramadan.

Over the past four years, Dermer has served as Prime Minister Netanyahu's senior adviser and previously (2005-2008) served as the economic attaché at the Israeli Embassy in Washington.

Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel was asking that FIFA give it fair play and not allow itself and the sport to be used for the dissemination of mendacious propaganda against Israel.

PM Netanyahu: "Israel will continue to honor international law but will not sit idly by while terrorists perpetrate two war crimes simultaneously: Firing at Israeli cities and hiding behind ...

PM Netanyahu: "I am ready to go into the peace tent and stay in the tent until white smoke comes out."