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

Turkey's FM: We Didn't Expose Israeli Spies

Ahmet Davutoglu says a report that his country deliberately exposed Israeli spies in Iran is "just a smear campaign."

Turkey's FM: We Didn't Expose Israeli Spies

Kerry: Chemical Arsenal Should be Shipped Out

U.S. Secretary of State suggests that Syria's chemical weapons should be placed on a ship and removed from the region.

Kerry: Chemical Arsenal Should be Shipped Out

Diplomat: We're Not Close to Agreement with Iran

A senior western diplomat says that, despite useful talks in Geneva, a breakthrough over Iran's nuclear program is "not close".

Diplomat: We're Not Close to Agreement with Iran

Rebels Kill Top Syrian Intelligence Officer

Rebel sniper kills Major General Jamaa Jamaa, a top intelligence officer, in the eastern Syrian province of Deir Ezzor.

Rebels Kill Top Syrian Intelligence Officer

IDF Officer: Latest Terror Attacks 'Very Alarming'

Senior officer says the latest attacks show that Arab terrorists are highly motivated to carry out attacks.

IDF Officer: Latest Terror Attacks 'Very Alarming'

Turkey Fires on Jihadist Rebels in Northern Syria

Turkey's army says it fired on Al-Qaeda-linked rebels in northern Syria after a stray mortar bomb hit Turkish territory.

Turkey Fires on Jihadist Rebels in Northern Syria

70 Syrian Rebel Groups Break with Main Opposition

Rebels in southern Syria say the National Coalition has “failed”, announce they no longer recognize the Western-backed group.

70 Syrian Rebel Groups Break with Main Opposition

Senate, House Approve Deal to End Shutdown

The short-term bill will end the partial government shutdown and raise the debt ceiling.

Senate, House Approve Deal to End Shutdown

Congressmen Demand More Sanctions on Iran

As Geneva talks end, Republican lawmakers express their skepticism and call for tougher sanctions on the Islamic Republic.

Congressmen Demand More Sanctions on Iran

Missing Millionaire's Jerusalem Assets Up for Sale

Some of the assets in Jerusalem of Guma Aguiar, who has been missing for more than a year, have been put up for sale.

Missing Millionaire's Jerusalem Assets Up for Sale

Hezbollah TV: 'Israeli Spy Eagle' Caught

Hezbollah's television station claims that an eagle that was caught in Lebanon was planted with a spy transmitter.

Hezbollah TV: 'Israeli Spy Eagle' Caught

Netanyahu and Lapid Can't Agree on BOI Governor

PM and Finance Minister meet, don't agree on next Bank of Israel Governor. Official announcement expected by Sunday.

Netanyahu and Lapid Can't Agree on BOI Governor

Israeli Official: Iran Should be Tested by Actions

"Iran should be tested by its actions, not its proposals," says Israeli official after Iran suggests a compromise in Geneva.

Israeli Official: Iran Should be Tested by Actions

Syrian Rebels Launch Assault on Aleppo Prison

Jihadist rebels assault the regime-controlled central prison in the main northern Syrian city of Aleppo.

Syrian Rebels Launch Assault on Aleppo Prison

U.S.: Iran Showed 'Seriousness' in Geneva Talks

Iran showed a greater level of "seriousness and substance" in nuclear talks, says White House spokesman.

U.S.: Iran Showed 'Seriousness' in Geneva Talks

Hamas and Fatah Leaders Speak on Eve of Holiday

The leaders of longtime rival factions Fatah and Hamas spoke via telephone, stressing the need for reconciliation.

Hamas and Fatah Leaders Speak on Eve of Holiday

Lebanon Charges 7 More People in Tripoli Bombings

Seven more people have been charged over deadly bomb attacks in the Lebanese city of Tripoli in August.

Lebanon Charges 7 More People in Tripoli Bombings

Lithuania Trying to Cash in On Slaughter Ban

Lithuania takes a step towards legalizing the ritual slaughter of livestock for food after neighboring Poland imposed a ban.

Lithuania Trying to Cash in On Slaughter Ban

Captured Al-Qaeda Member Pleads Not Guilty

Libyan Al-Qaeda suspect pleads not guilty in a New York court to conspiracy charges over the 1998 U.S. embassy bombings in East Africa.

Captured Al-Qaeda Member Pleads Not Guilty

Iranian, U.S. Officials Hold Direct Talks

After presenting its proposal to world powers, Iranian envoy meets one-on-one with U.S. counterpart in Geneva.

Iranian, U.S. Officials Hold Direct Talks

Teva: Layoffs Will be Coordinated with Histadrut

After meeting with Histadrut chairman, pharmaceutical giant promises it will coordinate layoff plans.

Teva: Layoffs Will be Coordinated with Histadrut

Nazi War Criminal's Funeral Interrupted

The funeral of Erich Priebke in a town near Rome was interrupted as hundreds of angry people protested against it.

Nazi War Criminal's Funeral Interrupted

Captured Al-Qaeda Terrorist Brought to U.S.

Anas al-Liby, who was snatched by U.S. troops in Libya, has been brought to New York to face trial.

Captured Al-Qaeda Terrorist Brought to U.S.

Amnesty: Live Ammo Was Used on Protesters

Egyptian security forces used live ammunition to disperse supporters of ousted president Morsi, charges Amnesty International.

Amnesty: Live Ammo Was Used on Protesters

Arrests in Britain Prevented 'Kenya-Like' Attack

The arrests of four terror suspects in London allowed Britain to avert a terror attack similar to the assault on Kenya's Westgate mall.

Arrests in Britain Prevented 'Kenya-Like' Attack

Libya: Two Dead in Blast Near Islamist Camp

At least two people were killed as a large blast was heard near a Libyan Islamist stronghold in Sirte.

Libya: Two Dead in Blast Near Islamist Camp

Death of Nazi War Criminal Sparks Burial Debate

The death in Rome of a Nazi war criminal has sparked a furor after the Vatican banned a church funeral and Argentina refused the body.

Death of Nazi War Criminal Sparks Burial Debate

U.S.: Breakthrough with Iran - Not Overnight

Washington is ready to offer Iran relief from sanctions if Tehran addresses concerns over its nuclear work, says a senior U.S. official.

U.S.: Breakthrough with Iran - Not Overnight

Lapid 'Dissatisfied' with Teva Layoffs

Finance Minister says he has spoken to Teva's CEO and asked him to reduce the number of employees the company lays off.

Lapid 'Dissatisfied' with Teva Layoffs

Bennett: Nuclear Iran is a Danger to the World

Minister Naftali Bennett tells Fox News that Iran's nuclear program is "not an issue of Israel. This is an issue for the entire world."

Bennett: Nuclear Iran is a Danger to the World

Key Syrian Rebel Group Turns Down Peace Talks

Syrian National Council says it won't attend peace talks in Geneva because the world has "left the murderer unpunished."

Key Syrian Rebel Group Turns Down Peace Talks

Morsi's Family: He Will Never Give Up

Family of deposed Egyptian president says he will never negotiate with the country's military "even if his soul is the price."

Morsi's Family: He Will Never Give Up

Hamas: Israel Trying to 'Justify the Blockade'

Hamas accuses Israel of "exaggerating things", after IDF soldiers discover a terror tunnel leading into an Israeli community.

Hamas: Israel Trying to 'Justify the Blockade'

Iran: We'll Hold Bilateral Talks with the U.S.

Iran will hold bilateral talks with the P5+1 but will negotiate on its right to enrich uranium, declares Deputy Foreign Minister.

Iran: We'll Hold Bilateral Talks with the U.S.

Lieberman: Israel Won't Give Up the Golan

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says that as long as his party is in the government, Israel won't concede any part of the Golan Heights to Syria.

Lieberman: Israel Won't Give Up the Golan

Iran's Next 'Monkey Astronaut' Coming Soon

Iran plans to send yet another monkey into space, according to the head of its space agency.

Iran's Next 'Monkey Astronaut' Coming Soon

Four Suspected Terrorists Arrested in London

Four men have been arrested in London in a counter-terrorism operation.

Four Suspected Terrorists Arrested in London

Kerry: We're Mindful of Israel's Security Needs

The window for diplomacy with Iran is "cracking open" but Iran must live up to its responsibilities, John Kerry tells AIPAC.

Kerry: We're Mindful of Israel's Security Needs

Two Car Bombs Explode in Damascus

Two car bombs exploded near Syria’s state television headquarters in central Damascus.

Two Car Bombs Explode in Damascus

Egyptian TV Host: Our Enemy Is Israel

Egyptian television has once again proven that hostility towards Israel exists despite the peace agreement between the two countries.

Egyptian TV Host: Our Enemy Is Israel