Elad Benari

Arab League Blames Israel Before Talks Even Start

Arab League says it supports the resumption of peace talks, but says it's "skeptical of Israeli intentions."

Lieberman: The Conflict Has No Solution

Former Foreign Minister MK Avigdor Lieberman calls for Israel to go into negotiations "without illusions."

Hotovely: The Talks Will Lead Nowhere

It's only a matter of time before the current round of peace talks breaks down, predicts Deputy Transportation Minister.

Iran's President Laughs at Israeli Strike

One laughs when hearing Israel talk about striking Iran's nuclear facilities, says President-elect Hassan Rouhani.

Rebels: Assad Transferred Chemicals to Hizbullah

Syria's president recently transferred two shipments of chemical weapons to Hizbullah, claims rebel spokesman.

Weinstein: Demolish Only One Amona Home

Residents of Amona breathe a sigh of relief: Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein says only one building in the community will be demolished.

Polish PM to Form Committee to Discuss Slaughter

Polish Prime Minister gives his consent to the establishment of a committee that will find a solution to allow kosher slaughtering.

Egypt's President Vows to Protect the Country

Egypt’s interim president, Adly Mansour, vows to protect the country from those who “want to drive Egypt to chaos.”

Gafni Apologizes to Calderon

MK Moshe Gafni has apologized to MK Ruth Calderon after he told her to “shut up” during a heated Knesset debate on Wednesday.

Obama Urges Netanyahu to Resume Peace Talks

Obama calls Netanyahu, asks him to continue to work with John Kerry in order to resume talks with the PA.

10-Year-Old Girl Hurt in Jerusalem Rock Attack

An Arab youth threw a rock at a college in Jerusalem, as an art exhibition was taking place. A 10-year-old girl suffered light injuries.

BDS Activist Appointed Regent at UC Berkeley

Sadia Saifuddin, a leader of a pro-Muslim Brotherhood group, appointed a student regent-designate at UC Berkeley.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Israel

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza fired two Qassam rockets at southern Israel. The rockets exploded in open areas.

Egyptian Army Seizes Rockets Headed for Cairo

The Egyptian army has intercepted a van containing a total of 19 Grad rockets heading for Cairo.

WSJ: Netanyahu Has Red Lines, Obama Doesn't

WSJ says Israel attacked Syria at least four times, adding this means that Netanyahu adheres to his red lines, unlike Obama.

Prosor: It's Easier for Journalists in Israel

Israel's UN ambassador highlights the freedom of the press in Israel, as opposed to neighboring countries where journalists are suppressed.

Obama's UN Envoy Will Seek Seat for Israel

Samantha Power pledges to lobby hard to get a seat for Israel on the UN Security Council.

Ashton: Blacklist Only Hizbullah's 'Military Wing'

Catherine Ashton's initiative would blacklist Hizbullah’s so-called “military wing” while talking with its political faction.

Netanyahu and Livni Speak to EU Leaders on Boycott

A boycott of communities located beyond the 1949 Armistice Lines will hurt peace, explain Prime Minister and Justice Minister.

Kerry: We're Narrowing the Gaps

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says his diplomacy is narrowing gaps between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Comptroller: Poor Law Enforcement in Yesha

The relevant parties are not doing their job to properly enforce the law in Judea and Samaria, says State Comptroller in annual report.

Poland's PM: No Plans to Reverse Slaughter Ban

Poland's PM Donald Tusk says he has no plans to reintroduce legislation to lift a ban on the production of kosher meat.

New Egyptian Cabinet Sworn In

The first Egyptian Cabinet since the overthrow of president Mohammed Morsi sworn in, Brotherhood rejects it.

Prosor: Condemn the Mortar Fire from Syria

"We expect the Security Council to maintain stability," writes Israel's UN envoy after mortars from Syria land in Golan.

Hizbullah Convoy Targeted by Roadside Bomb

A Hizbullah convoy was hit with a roadside bomb on an east Lebanon highway bordering Syria. One person may have been killed.

Sweden: EU Supports International Law

Sweden's Foreign Minister rejects Netanyahu’s criticism of EU boycott of Judea and Samaria, eastern Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights.

Bennett: EU Boycott is 'Economic Terrorism'

The EU's boycott of Israeli bodies located beyond the 1949 Armistice lines is nothing short of economic terrorism, says Economy Minister.

Fire Opened on IDF Soldiers in the Golan Heights

Two suspects from Syria enter unmanned outpost near the border, then fire on IDF soldiers who search the area.

Terror Attack: Arabs Stab Hareidi Man in Jerusalem

Two Arabs stabbed a hareidi-religious man near the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem. Victim taken to hospital in moderate condition.

Ever Optimistic Kerry Returns to the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is returning to the Middle East for a sixth trip, but may not meet with Israeli and PA officials.

Thailand University Apologizes for Hitler Mural

Bangkok's Chulalongkorn University apologizes after students depict Adolf Hitler as a superhero in a mural.

Cairo: Police Use Tear Gas on Morsi Supporters

22 injured in clashes in Cairo's downtown between police forces and supporters of former president Mohammed Morsi.

Europe's Jews Call for Unity Over Shechita Ban

European Jewish Association calls for united efforts towards reversing the Polish parliament's decision to ban kosher slaughter.

Arab Nations Push to Criticize Israel Over Nukes

Arab nations are re-launching efforts to single out Israel over its alleged nuclear arsenal.

Europe Still Divided on Blacklisting Hizbullah

European Union nations are divided going into fresh talks on whether to add Hizbullah’s “military wing” to its list of terrorist groups.

Weinstein: R. Eliyahu's Candidacy 'Inappropriate'

A-G will tell Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu his candidacy for Chief Rabbi is inappropriate because of statements on renting land to Arabs.

Israel Allows Entry of Egyptian Infantry to Sinai

Defense Minister approves a request by the Egyptian military to bring in two infantry battalions into the Sinai.

Syrian Cleric: It's All the Jews' Fault

A Syrian cleric recently accused the Jews of being responsible for the ongoing civil strife throughout the Middle East.

Egypt Freezes Assets of 14 Top Islamists

Nine Muslim Brotherhood leaders are among those whose assets have been frozen as part of an investigation against Islamists.

Taliban Setting Up Base in Syria

The Pakistani Taliban have visited Syria to assess "the needs of the jihad", says an official with the organization.