Elad Benari

Senate Confirms Power as UN Ambassador

More than 70 senators vote in favor of Samantha Power, who said in 2002 she would allocate aid to "Palestine" instead of Israel.

Rockets Explode Near Lebanon Presidential Palace

At least two rockets slammed into an area south of Beirut that houses the Defense Ministry and presidential palace.

Gunfire from Syria Hits Close to IDF Soldiers

Gunfire from the Syrian side of the border hit close to an IDF patrol in the northern Golan Heights. No injuries reported.

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu and Abbas

Obama spoke to Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas in an effort to keep up the peace momentum.

Syrian Jihadists Kidnap 200 Kurdish Civilians

An Al-Qaeda-linked group in Syria kidnapped around 200 Kurdish civilians after violent clashes with Kurdish fighters.

Lapid Suspends MK for Abstaining

MK Adi Koll went with her conscience and abstained on the Governance Bill, angering Lapid who suspended her.

Britain Willing to Restore Ties with Iran

British Foreign Secretary William Hague says Britain is open to improved relations with Iran on a “step-by-step” basis.

UN Inspectors to Visit Attack Sites in Syria

United Nations inspectors will go to Syria to investigate three sites where chemical weapons attacks have been reported.

U.S. House Approves Tougher Sanctions on Iran

U.S. House votes 400-20 for a measure that would subject more Iranian goods and services to sanctions.

Referendum Bill Passes First Reading in Knesset

The Knesset approved the first reading of the bill that will require a referendum before any peace agreement can be authorized.

Arabs Arrested for Murder During a Robbery

The Shin Bet and the police have arrested four PA Arabs on suspicion of being responsible for a robbery that turned into a murder.

Syria Moved Missiles Before Israeli Airstrike

American intelligence analysts say that a recent alleged Israeli airstrike in Latakia did not succeed in destroying all targeted missiles.

Obama Sending McCain and Graham to Egypt

Senators Lindsey Graham and John McCain say they're traveling to Egypt at Obama's request.

Animals Lead Singer to Perform in Israel After All

Eric Burdon arrives in Israel ahead of Thursday concert, a week after his manager said he wouldn't come because of threats.

Danon: Livni Won't Think About Judea and Samaria

In New York, Deputy Defense Minister warns that the interests of Judea and Samaria will not be represented by the negotiating team.

Norway Mass Killer Applies to University

Norway’s jailed mass killer Anders Behring Breivik has applied to study political science at the University of Oslo, angering faculty.

Congress Against Israel Releasing Terrorists

Members of the U.S. Congress have expressed their objection to Israel’s decision to release 104 terrorists as a gesture to the PA.

Lieberman: No Peace with a Holocaust Denier

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is a Holocaust denier and did a PhD about it, reminds MK Avigdor Lieberman.

Quartet: Don't 'Undermine' the Talks

The Quartet issues a joint call on Israel and the Palestinian Authority not to "undermine trust" as they embark on peace talks.

Two Hurt in Rock Attack on Bus in Jerusalem

A 15-year-old teen and a 40-year-old man were wounded after Arabs hurled rocks at a bus in Jerusalem.

PA: Prisoners Aren't Terrorists

The PA, angered by Bennett's comments that terrorists should be killed, claims that "occupying" Israeli politicians are the real terrorists.

Syria: Jihadist Rebels Kidnap Priest

Al Qaeda-linked rebels abduct a prominent priest who championed the uprising against President Bashar al-Assad.

Turkish Airlines Investigated for Tax Fraud

Turkish Airlines' Israeli office is being investigated for alleged tax evasion amounting to over 1.5 million shekels.

White House Condemns Egypt Violence

The White House condemned the bloodshed and violence in Egypt, but took no steps to suspend military assistance to the country.

Report: Burgas Bomb Smuggled from Poland

The detonator and remote control used in the Burgas attack were smuggled in from Poland, a newspaper reports.

Katz: Our 'Peace Partners' Are Vile People

Transportation Minister says that releasing terrorists will not change the other side's hatred towards Israel.

Knesset Approves Budget, Government Saved

The Knesset approved the second and third readings of the state budget after discussions that lasted for more than 15 hours.

Livni on Peace Talks: It Won't be Easy

Justice Minister says peace talks will be "very tough" but insists they are necessary.

Rome: Scuffles Outside Home of Nazi War Criminal

Scuffles erupted outside the Rome home of Nazi war criminal Erich Priebke, as he celebrated his 100th birthday.

Erdogan Threatens British Newspaper with Lawsuit

Turkish PM threatens to launch a lawsuit against the London Times for publishing an open letter in which he was called a dictator.

Hamas Trying to Patch Things Up with Iran

Hamas has been meeting representatives from Iran and Hizbullah, in an attempt to restore lost funding.

Gulf States to Sanction All of Hizbullah

Gulf states to impose sanctions against Hizbullah that will see all arms of the group being labelled as a terrorist organization.

Egypt Issues Warning to Morsi's Supporters

Egypt warns supporters of ousted president: there will be “decisive and firm” action if you overstep your rights.

Struk: Why Did the Government Lie?

MK Orit Struk demands an inquiry into an incident in which the government presented false information on releasing terrorists.

Terrorist: There Will be More Intifadas

One of the terrorists who will be released said two months ago that Arabs will continue to rise up against Israel.

Feiglin: Vote Against the Budget

MK Moshe Feiglin calls on MKs from all parties to vote against the state budget to protest the release of terrorists.

Deputy FM Forced to Cancel Temple Mount Visit

The day after Tisha B'Av, Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin tried to visit the Temple Mount but was asked to leave amid threats by Arabs.

Peace Talks Start Monday, Announces U.S.

Middle East peace talks will restart in Washington on Monday, the State Department announced on Sunday.

Kerry Deeply Concerned About Egypt Violence

U.S. Secretary of State expresses “deep concern” over bloodshed and violence in Egypt, after weekend clashes result in many deaths.

Terror Victims' Families: Netanyahu Caved...Again

The Almagor terror victims' organization has sent Netanyahu a letter of protest over his decision to release 104 terrorists.