Israel's Deputy Prime Minister Barak visits United Nations in New York
Israel's Deputy Prime Minister Ehud Barak talks to reporters following his meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at the UN on June 1, 2009 in New York City. (UPI Photo/Monika Graff)
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Despite U.S. President Barack Obama's pledge of "eternal" support for Israel, the Jewish state worries that defense cuts will jeopardize U.S. military aid.
Outgoing Defense Minister Ehud Barak said Monday Israel faces "complicated challenges" but remains the strongest country in the Middle East.
The Palestinians are "not easy partners for peace," Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak said.
Israel is reported to have sent messages to the Turkish government in recent days saying it's interested in restoring "a more positive dynamic" in badly strained relations with its onetime strategic ally.
Israel carried out the first flight test of its high-altitude Arrow-3 missile interceptor, a step in shielding the Jewish state from ballistic missiles.
Israel test-fired its upgraded Arrow 3 missile interceptor Monday -- a test described as "an important milestone" for the country's defense capabilities.
Israel's go-ahead for oil exploration on Syria's Golan Heights is likely to stir a diplomatic hornet's nest.
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Israel may be on the brink of some major defense sales to India following a visit by India's air force commander, Air Marshal Nak Browne.
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