Elad Benari

Elad Benari

News writer based in North America

Elad was born in Haifa, Israel, and currently resides in Canada.

News by Elad Benari

Hamas Threatens Israel with Genocide

Members of Hamas have recently implied that once the balance of power changes, the terror group will commit genocide against Israelis.

Hamas Threatens Israel with Genocide

Iranian Denies Plotting Attack on Israelis

An Iranian man who was arrested on suspicion of planning an attack on the Israeli embassy in Azerbaijan denies the allegation.

Iranian Denies Plotting Attack on Israelis

Egypt: New Book Deals with Jews in Cinema

Egypt's cultural authority releases a new book examining the role of Jewish cinema makers and artists in the Egyptian and Arab cinema.

Egypt: New Book Deals with Jews in Cinema

14 U.S. Senators Plan New Sanctions on Iran

Bipartisan group of 14 senators says they plan to slap new set of sanctions on Iran after the Thanksgiving break.

14 U.S. Senators Plan New Sanctions on Iran

One Day Later, U.S. Condemns Khamenei's Remarks

U.S officials condemn the anti-Israel remarks by Iran’s leader, but only after Israel expresses disappointment that it took so long.

One Day Later, U.S. Condemns Khamenei's Remarks

Iran: No Progress in Geneva Talks So Far

Iran and world powers lock horns in nuclear talks in Geneva, but talks expected to continue into Friday.

Iran: No Progress in Geneva Talks So Far

Official: Israel's Position Could Lead to War

Top White House official warns that Israel’s proposal that Iran totally dismantle its nuclear capacity would likely lead to war.

Official: Israel's Position Could Lead to War

Iran Rejects Claims About New Nuclear Site

Iran says claims made by a group of exiles about a new underground military site are "baseless."

Iran Rejects Claims About New Nuclear Site

Egypt: Two Dead in Clashes at Cairo University

Two people killed in clashes between Egypt’s security forces and hundreds of students at the Al-Azhar University in Cairo.

Egypt: Two Dead in Clashes at Cairo University

NYT Apologizes Over Article on Slain IDF Soldier

New York Times apologizes for using a picture of the mother of the terrorist who murdered soldier Eden Atias.

NYT Apologizes Over Article on Slain IDF Soldier

Biden: Iran Sanctions Relief Will be Modest

U.S. Vice President Joe Biden briefs Democratic senators on the negotiations with Iran over its nuclear weapons program.

Biden: Iran Sanctions Relief Will be Modest

Kerry: Brotherhood 'Stole' Egypt's Revolution

In his harshest remarks yet against the Muslim Brotherhood, John Kerry accuses the movement of “stealing Egypt's revolution”.

Kerry: Brotherhood 'Stole' Egypt's Revolution

Azerbaijan Arrests Iranian

Iranian citizen arrested in Azerbaijan after he was observed looking at the Israeli embassy in Baku in a suspicious manner.

Azerbaijan Arrests Iranian

Kerry: Iran's Enrichment Will be Decided Later

Secretary of State says the issue of whether Iran will ultimately be allowed to enrich uranium will not be decided in an interim deal.

Kerry: Iran's Enrichment Will be Decided Later

Livni on Bennett's Coin: Don't Live in the Past

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni dismisses the 2,000-year-old coin used by Minister Bennett, says it doesn't hold water diplomatically.

Livni on Bennett's Coin: Don't Live in the Past

Amb.: No to Negotiations With Unilateral Steps

Israel should not negotiate with the PA so long as it seeks recognition at the UN, says Ambassador Meir Rosenne.

Amb.: No to Negotiations With Unilateral Steps

Elkin: Israel Can Act Alone Against Iran

Deputy Foreign Minister backs recent statements by others that Israel can defend itself and will act alone against Iran if necessary.

Elkin: Israel Can Act Alone Against Iran

Hezbollah Says Israel is Behind Beirut Attack

Hezbollah MP blames a "Western-Israeli alliance" for deadly suicide bombings near the Iranian embassy in Beirut.

Hezbollah Says Israel is Behind Beirut Attack

Cameron and Rouhani Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program

British PM David Cameron becomes the first UK prime minister in more than a decade to call an Iranian president.

Cameron and Rouhani Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program

UN Official: 'Settlements' Holding Back Peace

UN's Jeffrey Feltman warns that chances of peace may be damaged because of Israel's plan to build beyond the 'Green Line'.

UN Official: 'Settlements' Holding Back Peace

Rice Plays Down Iran Sanctions Relief

National Security Adviser plays down the impact that the lifting of economic sanctions will have on Iran.

Rice Plays Down Iran Sanctions Relief

Iranian Jews Protest in Favor of Nuclear Program

In a rare public display, members of Iran's Jewish community rally in support of the country's nuclear program.

Iranian Jews Protest in Favor of Nuclear Program

Obama: No Deal Will Cause Iran to Make Progress

Obama meets lawmakers in an urgent bid to convince them to hold off on new Iran sanctions.

Obama: No Deal Will Cause Iran to Make Progress

BDS Fail: Anti-Israel Groups Use Israeli Tech

Groups that call for BDS apparently draw the line when it comes to building their websites, discovers British Zionist Federation.

BDS Fail: Anti-Israel Groups Use Israeli Tech

Bennett: One Cannot Occupy His Own Home

Economy Minister responds to CNN's Christiane Amanpour who asked about Israeli construction in the "occupied West Bank."

Bennett: One Cannot Occupy His Own Home

U.S. to Keep Patriot Missiles in Turkey

The United States will keep two Patriot missile batteries in Turkey for another year, says Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

U.S. to Keep Patriot Missiles in Turkey

Putin Upbeat About Chances of Deal with Iran

Russian President tells his Iranian counterpart that there is a "real chance" for a deal over Iran's nuclear program.

Putin Upbeat About Chances of Deal with Iran

Jordan Applies for Seat on UN Security Council

Jordan has applied for a two-year term on the UN Security Council, replacing the Saudis who rejected their seat.

Jordan Applies for Seat on UN Security Council

Obama to Appeal to Senators on Sanctions

Obama will meet key senators, ask them to hold off on passing new sanctions on Iran.

Obama to Appeal to Senators on Sanctions

UN Chief at Auschwitz: A Terrible Horror

"The United Nations is committed to the work of Holocaust remembrance and education," says Ban Ki-moon during visit to Auschwitz.

UN Chief at Auschwitz: A Terrible Horror

Bennett: Bad Deal with Iran Will 'Lead to War'

"A bad deal with Iran will lead to a war, and a good deal with actually prevent war," Economy Minister tells CNN.

Bennett: Bad Deal with Iran Will 'Lead to War'

Kerry: Israel Has Every Right to Oppose Iran Deal

U.S. Secretary of State of John says Israel has "every right" to voice opposition to a deal with Iran but claims its fears are unfounded.

Kerry: Israel Has Every Right to Oppose Iran Deal

Zarif: We Don't Need Recognition

Iran's Foreign Minister says his country's right to enrich uranium is part of the NPT.

Zarif: We Don't Need Recognition

Netanyahu's Ex-Aide: Israel Can Stop Iran

There's “no question” that PM Netanyahu would be prepared to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities, says former National Security Advisor.

Netanyahu's Ex-Aide: Israel Can Stop Iran

Gunmen Kidnap Libya's Deputy Intelligence Chief

Libya's deputy intelligence chief, Mustafa Nuh, abducted in Tripoli as violence continues to rage in Libya's capital.

Gunmen Kidnap Libya's Deputy Intelligence Chief

Senior Security Officer Shot Dead in Cairo

An officer who was in charge of monitoring Islamist groups shot dead by masked gunmen in Cairo.

Senior Security Officer Shot Dead in Cairo

IDF Honors Officer Who Took on Afula Terrorist

Second Lieutenant Yitzhak Maimon, who took on the terrorist who murdered Eden Atias, given certificate of appreciation by the IDF.

IDF Honors Officer Who Took on Afula Terrorist

Syria: Soldiers Killed in Rebel Bomb Attack

At least 31 Syrian soldiers killed in a rebel bomb attack on an army base near Damascus.

Syria: Soldiers Killed in Rebel Bomb Attack

Hollande Lays Out Conditions for Iran

French President insists on four points for an agreement with Iran over its nuclear program.

Hollande Lays Out Conditions for Iran

Yaalon: The PA is No Different from Hamas

"I have yet to hear one Palestinian leader recognize Israel's right to exist," says Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.

Yaalon: The PA is No Different from Hamas