Defense/Middle East

PA Preparing for September on Social Media
David Lev , 8/11/2011, 4:38 PM (Israel news photo: Facebook)

Report: Syrian Rebels Getting Lebanese Weapon

David Lev ,8/11/2011, 12:11 PM

Protests Reach IDF: 11 Soldiers Abandon Missi

David Lev ,8/11/2011, 9:05 AM

Erdogan Playing 'Gaza Card'

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan may visit Gaza if Israel does not apologize for killing Hamas sympathizers on the Marmara.David Lev, 7/21/2011, 7:44 PM

Israel to PA: Get to the Table First

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu told Arab viewers Wednesday “everything is on the table – but we need to get to the table.”Chana Ya'ar, 7/21/2011, 10:25 AM

Abbas: UN Bid Won't Hurt Talks w/ Israel

Fatah leader Mahmoud Abbas tells reporters in Spain the Palestinian Authority bid for UN recognition won't affect talks with Israel.Chana Ya'ar, 7/21/2011, 9:18 AM

US Drone Downed over N-Site

Iran says it shot down an unmanned US drone that was gathering information on a uranium enrichment facility. The US has not commented.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/21/2011, 8:21 AM

Terror Prisoners Still Partying

In a special Knesset session, Prison Services representative reports that almost all terror inmates' privileges are still in force. David ben Yacov, 7/20/2011, 8:07 PM

ZOA Backs Anti-Boycott Law

The ZOA said it was misquoted by American Jewish media and that it backs the recently passed anti-boycott law in Israel.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/20/2011, 6:41 PM

Barghouti Urges Massive March

Jailed terrorist Marwan Barghouti appeals to Palestinian Authority Arabs to stage a million-man march for a pro-PA resolution in the UN.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/20/2011, 6:06 PM

Danon: Security More Important

Danny Danon, the MK who brought Glenn Beck to the Knesset, talks about the controversial US talk show host and about Israeli hasbara.Israel National Radio Staff, 7/20/2011, 5:55 PM

Beck: Call Me a Jew

Netanyahu and Glenn Beck blurred the political lines between Christians and Jews, whom they said are one and the same against common enemiesTzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/20/2011, 5:53 PM

US Drone Downed over N-Site

Iran says it shot down an unmanned US drone that was gathering information on a uranium enrichment facility. The US has not commented.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/20/2011, 5:29 PM

Israel PR Offensive ‘Shocks’ PA

Israel’s diplomatic offensive with “the truth about the West Bank” has shocked the PA, which said it “falsified history."Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/20/2011, 5:08 PM

US Pushes Qaddafi Ouster

US and Libyan officials met in secret face-to-face talks over the weekend. US insists Qaddafi must go. Russia offers hope of a "compromise".Chana Ya'ar, 7/20/2011, 12:24 PM

US Blocks Egyptian Arrest

The US has intervened to block Egypt from arresting its former Finance Minister Youssef Boutros Ghali in London before boarding a plane to the US. Chana Ya'ar, 7/20/2011, 11:49 AM

Al Qaeda Bombs Algeria Police

The international Al Qaeda terrorist organization has bombed a police headquarters in a town in Algeria. Two died.Chana Ya'ar, 7/20/2011, 10:33 AM

How the Flotilla Got Stuck

The Israel Law Center, headed by attorney Nitzana Darshan Leitner, played a pivotal role in keeping this year's flotilla away from Gaza.David Lev, 7/20/2011, 4:15 AM

New Curriculum More Zionist

Israel's new civics program to add focus on historical, international justifications for a Jewish state, but what about religious justifications?Gabe Kahn., 7/20/2011, 12:13 AM

PA 'Improving' Jerusalem Schools

The PA will spend $4.5 million to 'improve' Jerusalem schools, in violation of the Oslo Accords.David Lev, 7/19/2011, 10:26 PM

Egypt Cabinet Delayed

Protesters complained that the new cabinet retains ministers they wanted sacked.Gil Ronen, 7/19/2011, 3:53 PM

PA ‘Awash with Money’

“Palestine remains a friendly place, welcoming, hospitable, full of air con, hi-fi, wi-fi and wine.”Gil Ronen, 7/19/2011, 2:39 PM

Jailed Terrorists’ Cell Phones

Yisrael Hayom reports that Israeli guards have been caught smuggling cell phones to terrorists.Gil Ronen, 7/19/2011, 2:28 PM

Norway Opts to Wait on PA State

Norway supports the Palestinian Authority's right to recognition of statehood – but is not quite ready to put its UN vote there yet. Chana Ya'ar, 7/19/2011, 4:08 AM

Hizbullah Aims at Israel

A bombing attack in Istanbul two months ago turns out to have been aimed at Israel – by the Lebanese-based Hizbullah terror group.Chana Ya'ar, 7/19/2011, 3:11 AM

14-Yr-Old Killed in Tunisia

A young teen was killed in the wee hours of Monday morning in a violent demonstration in Tunisia, and two other protesters were seriously wounded. Chana Ya'ar, 7/18/2011, 10:03 PM

Admiral Mullen Visits Israel

Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff expected to arrive Monday for his last visit on active duty.Gil Ronen, 7/18/2011, 2:05 PM

Did Adato Protect Zoabi?

Arutz Sheva tries to find out why Knesset Ethics Committee punished MK who took part in pro-Hamas flotilla with a mere 2 week ban on speechmaking.Gil Ronen, 7/18/2011, 11:36 AM

Oil Spots as Weapon

New technique of making Jews’ lives miserable-and dangerous: spill oil on roads they use.Gil Ronen, 7/18/2011, 10:39 AM

Discount on Submarine

Der Spiegel: Germany subsidizing Dolphin deal with 135 million euro. Submarine capable of launching nuclear-armed ballistic missiles.Gil Ronen, 7/18/2011, 9:11 AM

Syria Detains 500 in Border Town

Syrian soldiers rounded up more than 500 people Sunday in a town near the border with Lebanon. Chana Ya'ar, 7/17/2011, 11:44 PM

Hospital Confirms Mubarak Coma

Lawyer for deposed Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak says he has lapsed into a coma; hospital official confirms this, according to CNN.Gil Ronen, 7/17/2011, 9:24 PM

Meretz Stickers Illegal?

MK Aryeh Eldad files police complaint against Meretz activists who marked products made in Judea, Samaria.Gil Ronen, 7/17/2011, 7:44 PM

Against ‘Invasion by Marriage'

Temporary measure that prevents foreign PA Arabs from gaining Israeli citizenship by marriage extended. Gil Ronen, 7/17/2011, 6:23 PM

Delay in Cairo Gas Trial

Trial of officials over gas deal with Israel postponed to September.Gil Ronen, 7/17/2011, 5:07 PM

Tunisia Protesters, Police Clash

Protesters torched a police station in a western suburb of the Tunisian capital as unrest continues in the North African country. Chana Ya'ar, 7/17/2011, 4:57 PM

3 Rocket Attacks Awaken Israelis

For the fifth time in as many days, Gaza terrorists fire rockets at southern Israeli residents. And Israel retaliates.Chana Ya'ar, 7/17/2011, 2:57 PM

Iranians Sell Kidneys for Cash

Iranians overcome financial problems by selling kidneys outside the legal system in Iran, the only country with a legal program for organs.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/17/2011, 11:04 AM

Video: Syrian Army Disloyalty

A video shows Syrians soldiers let protesters board their tanks, but the army killed 40 more and crushed an attempt to form a shadow government.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/17/2011, 12:25 AM

IDF Hits Hamas 4th Day in a Row

The IDF strikes Gaza terrorists the fourth day in a row, sending a clear message that Israel will not tolerate the escalation of rocket attacks.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/16/2011, 10:45 PM

Britain to Free Muslim Radical

Britain will free Muslim radical Raad Salah Monday if he agrees to conditions, including wearing an electronic tag and a ban on public speaking.Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu, 7/16/2011, 10:01 PM

Sderot Victims to Sue China Bank

New York Supreme Court rules that Israeli victims of rocket attacks may sue the Bank of China for sending cash to terrorists.Maayana Miskin, 7/15/2011, 12:08 PM

South Sudan is 193rd UN Member

The United Nations General Assembly voted to admit South Sudan as the world body's 193rd member.Gabe Kahn., 7/15/2011, 4:14 AM

PA Elections in October?

The PLO executive committee agreed on October 2011 for municipal elections, just one month after its planned statehood bid at the UN.Gabe Kahn., 7/15/2011, 3:13 AM

Syrian Death Toll Marches On

Syrian forces killed 8 and arrested dozens, including artists and intellectuals, as the Arab League condemns 'foreign interference' in the country.Gabe Kahn., 7/15/2011, 2:15 AM

No Warning Before Mumbai Bombing

Indian officials say there was no warning from intelligence services before Wednesday's bombings in Mumbai, which killed 18. Perpetrators unknown.Gabe Kahn., 7/15/2011, 1:42 AM

Itamar Zoning Progress?

Channel 10 showed a detailed zoning plan being advanced by a body under Binyamin Netanyahu.Gil Ronen, 7/14/2011, 11:14 PM

Bibi Blinks: Won't Back Inquiry

Prime Minister Netanyahu says he will vote against a commission of inquiry into leftist group's funding; Israel has a funding transparency law.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 10:43 PM

Women's Retirement to Remain 62

A bill to keep the retirement age for women at 62 passed its first Knesset reading as the coalition backs down on its pledge to fight.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 9:55 PM

Fires in Golan, Galilee

Two fires broke out in northern Israel today; three hikers treated for smoke inhalation, dozens evacuated; fire crews and planes dispatched.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 9:46 PM

Watchdog: Boycott Law Not Great

NGO Monitor is not happy with Anti-Boycott Bill but says press and NGOs’ reactions show "obsession and disproportionate focus on Israel."Gil Ronen, 7/14/2011, 9:44 PM

Rocket #6 Slams into Gaza Belt

Terrorists fired four rockets from Gaza into Israel on Thursday in what has - once again - become a daily occurrence. Gavriel Queenann and Gil Ronen, 7/14/2011, 8:52 PM

Arab League to Submit PA Bid

The Arab League plans to back the PA's bid for statehood at the UN in September as Russia scuttles the Quartet's plans to openly oppose the move.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 7:34 PM

Barak Moves to Silence Settlers

Defense minister Ehud Barak raised specter of using British era colonial laws to deny residents of Judea and Samaria the right to protest.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 6:39 PM

Ethics Complaint Against Zoabi

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin has referred MK Hanin Zoabi to the Knesset Ethics Committee for assaulting an usher in the plenum Wednesday.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 5:20 PM

Palestinian Reconciliation Stall

The much touted PA-Hamas unity's main point of agreement is that they don't want a Jewish state. David ben Yacov, 7/14/2011, 2:56 PM

Russia Hinders Quartet Statement

The PA praises Russia for preventing the Quartet from demanding the PA acknowledge Israel as the Jewish National State. David ben Yacov, 7/14/2011, 12:52 PM

Arab League Defends Syria Gov't

The new head of the Arab League stood with Syria in slamming "foreign interference" while meeting in Damascus with President Bashar al-Assad.Chana Ya'ar, 7/14/2011, 12:43 PM

Interpol Hunts Hariri Killers

Formal alerts have been issued by Interpol for the suspected assassins of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri.Chana Ya'ar, 7/14/2011, 12:15 PM

Qatar Mediating US-Taliban Talks

A Pakistani weekly reports that Qatar is mediating talks between the US and the Taliban, so the Obama administration can make an honorable exit.Gabe Kahn., 7/14/2011, 2:45 AM

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