Lawmakers on both sides of aisle have nothing to gain politically by wading into war in Europe, experts say -- at least until US criticism gets louder

The Times of Israel speaks to figures seeking to head the venerable body as drawn-out nomination reveals political rifts; coalition nominees refuse interviews

Jewish educator joins race after minister from FM's party bowed out amid uproar over insinuation that he ignored anonymous sexual harassment complaints while in IDF

Committee invites candidates for interviews, among them deputy Jerusalem mayor and ex-ambassadors, but not the Labor member, whose portfolio might be needed to shore up coalition

Board of semi-governmental body gives another month for new applicants, after coalition pick drops out over controversial comments

If ex-foreign minister throws hat into the ring, she's expected to get support of Michaeli and other ministers; nominating panel considering selecting woman for 1st time

Several members of the agency's nominating committee are now considering electing a woman to head the organization for the first time in its history

After funding for Israel's missile defense cut from US spending bill, Michael Oren says politicization of issue could become a 'strategic vulnerability' for Jerusalem

In a special Behind the Headlines for Community members, the author, historian and former MK and Israel-US liaison talks about his true calling and the challenges facing Jews today

Though tactically a runaway success, some believe the active missile defense system blunted Israel's traditional boldness and gave leaders cover to let the Hamas threat fester