Contradicting a Palestinian claim that the boy died of gunfire during clashes, Israeli security forces say no live fire was used in the area.

After a period of steady growth and a big increase in living standards, the economy has faltered. But political instability could hamper vital reforms.

New law, like existing one for offensive behavior toward foreign flag, calls for punishment of three years in prison and $15,100 fine.

While Kerry and Putin get ready for their embrace, the slaughter continues unfettered; in any case, the struggle in Syria will not affect the course of the war against ISIS.

Fear of shootings and booby-trapped cars speeding towards the border prompted the plan; the separation fence is the second one Israel is to erect along its eastern border.

Three of the four casualties are in life-threatening condition, police say. Fourteen others treated for shock.

Rabbi Eliezer Berland will land in Tel Aviv on Tuesday, more than three years after he fled the country.

Critics say bill, which would hold social media responsible for censoring incitement to terror, makes impossible demands.