Elad Benari

Gantz: We're Prepared for Any Scenario

IDF Chief of Staff encourages Israelis to go about their daily routine, even as a possible Western strike in Syria looms.

Galloway Caught Lying to Parliament

A week after accusing Israel of giving Al-Qaeda chemical weapons, anti-Israel British MP was caught lying about his remarks.

Syria: BBC Team Witnesses Bomb Dropped on School

A BBC team inside Syria witnessed the aftermath of a bomb dropped onto a school playground. Victims were "like the walking dead."

Documents: Israel a Top Target for U.S. Spying

The Obama administration views Israel as one of the top spying threats, according to documents leaked by Edward Snowden.

Officials: Obama Prepared to Go at Syria Alone

Obama is prepared to move ahead with a military strike on Syria even with international rejection, administration officials say.

'HFC Prepared for Any Scenario'

"We are working to issue an efficient, reliable and focused warning" in case of any attack, says Home Front Command.

British Parliament Against Syria Intervention

British MPs vote by a majority of 285 to 272 to reject possible military action against the Assad regime.

Security Council Still Can't Agree on Syria

United Nations Security Council meeting ends after less than an hour as the its permanent members continue to disagree on Syria.

White House: Syria Intervention Will be Limited

The U.S. is looking at a response to Syrian use of chemical weapons that is "very discrete and limited", says White House spokesperson.

Syria: Rebels Also Hit Regime Troops with Gas

Syria's UN ambassador demands that chemical experts probe three attacks in which soldiers "inhaled poisonous gas".

Zoabi: I Don't Regret Boarding the Marmara

MK Hanin Zoabi formally announces she will be running for mayor of the city of Nazareth. "Marmara proved that I fight for human rights."

Nigeria: 2 Charged with Assisting Iranian Cell

Nigeria has charged two citizens with assisting an Iranian terrorist cell in planning possible attacks on Israeli targets.

MK Ariel Launches New Karnei Shomron Neighborhood

"Every neighborhood being built in Samaria helps lower housing prices. I am committed to building," says Housing Minister.

Syrian Kurds Fight Off Jihadist Rebels

A video posted online shows fighters from the Kurdish People's Protection Unit fighting off jihadists from Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Nusra Front.

Obama: I Haven't Yet Decided to Strike in Syria

"I’ve not made a decision" regarding a military strike in Syria, stresses Obama in a television interview.

Boehner to Obama: Consult With Congress on Syria

House Speaker sends a letter to Obama criticizing his level of consultation with lawmakers about action against Syria.

Putin, Rouhani: Intervention in Syria Unacceptable

Russia’s and Iran’s leaders agree that the use of chemical weapons is unacceptable but so is attacking Syria.

IAEA: Iran Boosting its Nuclear Capabilities

The IAEA says Tehran has now installed more than 1,000 advanced centrifuges at its Natanz enrichment plant.

Hezbollah Places Stronghold Under Lockdown

Following two major bombings in Hezbollah’s stronghold in Beirut, the group has placed the area under security lockdown.

Hollande: France Prepared to Take Action in Syria

French President says his country is prepared to take action against those responsible for last week’s deadly chemical attack in Syria.

Two Morsi Supporters Dead South of Cairo

Two supporters of ousted Egyptian president shot dead as military forces disperse a rally in Beni Suef.

Arab Attacks Group of Jews in Jerusalem

A young Arab attacked a group of Jews in Safra Square when they refused to leave. "I'm appalled by the racism," says one victim.

Peace Depends on Next Generation Wanting Peace

Israeli ambassador: Peace is only possible if the PA stops educating its children towards hatred of Israel.

Arab League: Syrian Gov't Responsible for Attack

Arab League says it holds Assad's regime fully responsible for last week's chemical attack, demands justice.

Syria: If Damascus is Attacked, Tel Aviv Will Burn

A senior official in the Syrian army warns the West: waging a war on Syria will be reciprocated with an attack on Tel Aviv.

Hackers Bring Down New York Times Website

Syrian Electronic Army believed to be behind the hacking of the New York Times website.

Biden: 'No Doubt' Assad is Behind the Attack

"The Syrian regime is the only one that has chemical weapons and has used them in the past," notes U.S. Vice President.

Akunis: A Palestinian State? No Way

"I was against a Palestinian state in the past and am still against it today," Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis declares.

Boehner: Obama Must Consult with Congress on Syria

Aide to House Speaker: The White House must consult with congressional leaders before taking any action in Syria.

Putin: No Evidence of Chemical Attack in Syria

Russian President tells British PM that his country has no evidence that a chemical weapons attack has taken place in Syria.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

Iran and Syria are on the agenda as an Israeli delegation, headed by Israel's national security advisor, arrives in Washington.

Minister Ariel Branded a 'Provocateur' by Leftists

Remarks by Housing Minister anger extreme leftist organization Gush Shalom, which says Ariel is a provocateur.

Samaria's 'Foreign Ministry' Hosts Rep. Reichert

As part of the Shomron Regional Council's efforts to reach out to U.S. lawmakers, Rep. Dave Reichert was in Israel.

IDF Backs Soldiers in Kalandiya Incident

The soldiers who entered Kalandiya Monday morning acted responsibly and professionally, says IDF.

Warplanes in Cyprus Preparing for Syria Strike?

British airplanes and military transporters have begun arriving at an airbase in Cyprus, according to a report by the Guardian.

Kerry: Syria Chemical Attack a 'Moral Obscenity'

The U.S. will demand accountability for the chemical weapons attack in Syria, declared Secretary of State.

Russia to U.S.: Don't Repeat Your Past Mistakes

The U.S. rhetoric over the alleged chemical attack in Damascus reminds one of its behavior in Iraq, says Moscow.

Lawyer: Brotherhood's 'Supreme Guide' Abused

A lawyer for Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood says that Mohammed Badie was beaten by police during his arrest last week.

Syrian Jihadists Threaten Revenge on Alawites

Al-Nusra Front vows revenge strikes against villages from Assad's Alawite community over claims his forces used chemical weapons.

Fabius: EU Guidelines May Need to be Re-examined

French Foreign Minister: The EU boycott may have created a new legal situation that EU leaders did not mean to create.