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

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

Ambassador Oren's Op-Ed in the Wall Street Journal: "By neutralizing most rockets headed for populated areas, the Iron Dome gives decision makers invaluable time to find diplomatic solutions."

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Ambassador Oren wishes you and yours a very Happy Hanukkah from the Embassy in Washington.