US says bill allowing Israelis to return to settlements evacuated in 2005 violates commitment ex-PM Sharon made in exchange for Bush nodding at legitimacy of settlement blocs

Polarizing head of state increasingly held euroskeptic, pro-Russian views, but was viewed favorably for support of Jewish state

Figure far in excess of World Bank's $34 billion estimate in the wake of the 7.8 magnitude quake in Turkish-Syrian border area last month, which claimed more than 50,000 lives

European officials in Israel expected premier to have more influence over far-right, will meet Wednesday to discuss rising violence, but not all see situation as particularly dire

Statement from Europe's foreign policy arm condemns fatal shootings in West Bank and settler rampage in Huwara, as violence continues to rise

Ukrainian president wrapping up overseas tour in shadow of expected new assault by Moscow; European Parliament declares: 'We will be with you for as long as it takes'

Turkish leader visits disaster area, vows citizens will be cared for; amid harsh winter, time to save victims running out in both countries

Tehran blocks access to its banks, issues travel bans after Western nations penalize regime for crackdown on protests

Treasury Department says sanctioned officials had led forces who used live fire to kill and wound dozens of protesters against the regime

Threat comes after European Parliament votes to add IRGC to list for role in spreading terror, repressing protests and supplying drones to Russia