Elad Benari

UN condemns chemical weapons use in Syria

UN Security Council condemns continued use of chemical weapons in Syria as OPCW investigates alleged chemical use in Eastern Ghouta.

Hotovely to Friedman: We stand behind you

Deputy Foreign Minister sends message of support to U.S. ambassador to Israel who was cursed by PA chairman.

Saudi Arabia: Iran deal is flawed

Ahead of Trump's meeting with Crown Prince, Saudi Foreign Minister criticizes 2015 Iranian nuclear deal.

France: Consider new sanctions on Iran

France urges European Union to consider new sanctions on Iran over its involvement in Syria’s civil war and its ballistic missile program.

Hamas: Abbas trying to cause chaos

Hamas blasts PA chairman for blaming the group for last week’s bomb attack against PA leader Rami Hamdallah.

Greenblatt: Abbas must choose between hate and peace

Trump’s envoy denounces PA chairman who called Ambassador Friedman the "son of a dog".

Republican Senator expects Trump to pull out of Iran deal

Senator Bob Corker says he expects Trump to pull out of the Iran nuclear agreement in May.

Hamas: Israel exposed an old tunnel

Hamas claims tunnel demolished by the IDF was not operational, says Israel trying to create "illusion of power".

Greenblatt: Hamas is burying Gaza's future

Trump’s envoy condemns Samaria terrorist attack, blasts Hamas for welcoming it.

Iranian official: We won't accept changes to nuclear deal

Senior Iranian official warns Europe against cooperating with U.S. attempts to change 2015 nuclear deal.

IDF attacks Hamas target in Gaza

IAF fighter jets attack Hamas target in central Gaza in response to explosive device that was detonated near the border.

Iran: Saudi Crown Prince is 'simple-minded'

Iran lashes out at Saudi Crown Prince who likened Khamenei to Nazi leader Adolf Hitler.

U.S. army: Iran has stopped its provocations in the Gulf

U.S. military official Iranian navy has deliberately halted provocations of U.S. Navy ships in the Persian Gulf.

Lebanon to increase military presence along border with Israel

Lebanese PM says his country plans to increase its military presence along its southern border, says Israel "remains the primary threat".

Iranian official: U.S. determined to leave nuclear deal

Iran's deputy foreign minister says dismissal of Tillerson shows that Washington is set on quitting the nuclear deal.

Hamas widens probe into attempt on Hamdallah's life

Hamas launches committee to investigate bomb explosion that targeted PA leader Rami Hamdallah.

Netanyahu on Pompeo: We will work very well together

PM Netanyahu welcomes appointment as Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo, known for his opposition to Iran deal.

'Superman' on Israel: All I’ve imagined and more

Superman actor Dean Cain, who is visiting Israel, says he has dreamed about visiting the Jewish state for years.

Pentagon official: Iran deal still in our best interests

U.S. Central Command chief says Iranian nuclear deal is still in the best interests of the United States.

Trump envoy: Gazans have been brought to the brink of collapse

Jason Greenblatt condemns attack on PA leader's convoy, calls it an attack on the welfare of the people of Gaza.

Haredim welcome draft law approval

Haredi parties pleased after draft law approved in first reading, promise to continue the legislative process during summer session.

Trump to host Saudi Crown Prince

U.S. President will host Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on March 20.

Haley: We're prepared to act on Syria

U.S. Ambassador to the UN says Washington remains prepared to act if Security Council fails to act on Syria.

Greenblatt to present proposals on Gaza situation

White House brainstorming session scheduled for Tuesday will present proposals for improving the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Report: Paraguay, Honduras ready to move embassies to Jerusalem

Army Radio reports Paraguay and Honduras are ready to relocate their embassies to Jerusalem if Netanyahu visits their countries.

Egyptian army kills 16 jihadists in the Sinai

Egypt’s military says 16 jihadists were killed in the past four days during a major military operation against ISIS.

Netanyahu: Iran must be stopped

PM Netanyahu, in interview on Fox News, says a nuclear Iran threatens not only Israel but to the U.S. and the entire world.

Mattis: 'Unwise' for Assad to use chemical weapons

U.S. Defense Secretary warns Syrian regime against using gas as a weapon.

Ya'alon: Netanyahu and Liberman are coordinated

Former Defense Minister says he's preparing to run for prime minister, claims coalition crisis "is about the prime minister's survival".

Terrorists open fire at two IDF posts

Within one hour, terrorists fire at IDF positions near Psagot and the Beitunia crossing. No injuries or damages reported.

Khamenei: We won't negotiate with the West

Iran will not negotiate with the West over its presence in the Middle East, says its Supreme Leader.

Arab League head to Guatemala: Cancel embassy move

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit urges Guatemala to cancel its decision to relocate its embassy to Jerusalem.

105 terrorists killed in Egypt's 'Operation Sinai 2018'

Egyptian soldiers and police personnel have killed 105 terrorists since the start of Sinai anti-terrorism operation in February.

Trump agrees to meet North Korean leader

South Korean National Security Adviser says Trump has agreed to meet North Korean leader by May.

Pentagon: Iran has deployed the S-300 system

Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency says Iran has tested and deployed Russian-made anti-aircraft system.

Saudi Crown Prince: Turkey part of 'triangle of evil'

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says Turkey is part of “triangle of evil” with Iran and hardline Islamist groups.

PA congress to meet for the first time in years

PA congress to meet next month, discuss response to Trump's Jerusalem recognition.

Macron: Trump's Jerusalem recognition was an 'error'

French President says he won't follow in Trump's footsteps because doing so would cause France to lose its status of honest broker.

Florida shooter indicted

Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz indicted on 17 counts of murder and 17 more of attempted murder.

Iran's FM blames 'illegal occupation' for regional problems

Iranian Foreign Minister responds to Netanyahu's AIPAC speech in which he vowed to stop Iran's nuclear program.