'There is a bad wind in Europe and democracy is losing its influence,' they say, warning that EU has been vital to keeping the peace on the continent and reining in anti-Semitism

European Union says destroying Palestinian buildings harms prospects for peace; Israel says structures built illegally

Riyad al-Malki says two countries could recognize Palestine soon, notes efforts to return Guatemalan embassy from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv

US officials highlight economic benefits of proposal, acknowledge that any initiative that ignores political aspirations is doomed to fail, the Washington Post reports

Letter signed by 37 high-ranking ex-officials comes after election promise by Netanyahu to extend Israeli law over West Bank settlements