"Hamas could lose the different forms of political, financial and logistical support it receives from Qatar,” said Ghassan Khatib, a vice president of Bir Zeit University.

Much of discussion devoted to boosting settlements; Meretz MKs boycott commemorative meetings.

Concern among officials about Iran’s influence – and what is believed to be its goal of forming a land corridor from Tehran to Beirut – has grown.

Juan Thompson, 32, is set to appear in court next Monday morning to enter a guilty plea, according to the letter, submitted by Acting US Attorney Joon Kim in Manhattan.

Danny Danon, Israel's Ambassador to the UN, welcomed Haley on her arrival.

"The only way to stop us is to end the occupation," Breaking the Silence said in response.

In contrast, an Israeli national would be allowed up to 24 hours to change planes in Dubai even though the United Arab Emirates lacks diplomatic relations with Israel.

Meanwhile, Iran's Intelligence Ministry said the attacks were carried out by terrorist groups.