Elad Benari

Obama Concerned Over Hizbullah in Syria

Obama tells Lebanese President Michel Suleiman he is concerned about the involvement of Hizbullah terrorists in Syrian civil war.

EU Denies it is Postponing 'Settlement' Labelling

The European Union denies report that it it delaying a decision to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Iran Tightening Control of the Internet

Iran is tightening control of the Internet ahead of next month’s election, being mindful of street protests organized the last time around.

EU Postpones Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Following U.S. intervention, the EU has postponed plans to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Morsi Rejects Negotiations with Bedouin Kidnappers

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi bars negotiations with the kidnappers of three policemen and four soldiers.

France Seeks to Buy Drones from Israel

France is in talks with the United States and Israel to buy intelligence-gathering drones, says the country’s Defense Minister.

Jamal Al-Dura: Israeli Report was 'Fabricated'

Jamal al-Dura, father of Muhammad al-Dura, rejects report which shows his son wasn't killed by IDF and suggests he might still be alive.

Tunisia: 1 Dead in Clashes with Salafists

Security forces and Salafists fight street battles in Tunis, with one protester killed and 15 policemen wounded.

Senior Hizbullah Official Killed in Syria Fighting

Senior Hizbullah terrorist Fady al-Jazzar reportedly among those killed in intense fighting in the Syrian town of Qusayr.

Israelis Targeted by Rock Throwers in N. Israel

A group of Israelis was targeted by rock-throwing Arab youths in Nazareth Illit during the holiday of Shavuot.

Iranian Candidate: I Will 'Resist' the West

Iran’s top nuclear negotiator and presidential candidate pledges to “resist” western demands regarding his country’s nuclear program.

Russia to Arm Syria, Despite Israel's Objection

Russia's Foreign Minister clarifies his country intends to complete the deal to sell advanced missile systems to Syria.

Erdogan to Visit Gaza, U.S. Objects

Despite U.S. opposition, Turkey's Prime Minister announces his plan to visit Gaza and meet its terrorist rulers.

MK Cabel: Investigate PM Residence's Budget

MK Eitan Cabel asks State Comptroller to investigate the increase in the spending budget of the Prime Minister’s official residence.

Piron: A Simple Conversation Turned into a Storm

Education Minister stresses that the cut in funding of Shas's schools will happen when his public hareidi schools are established.

PLO Official: There Were Secret Talks with Israel

PLO official Yasser Abed Rabbo claims he personally met with Netanyahu, who agreed to resume peace talks, then disappeared.

German Director Slams Cancellation of Wagner Opera

The German theater director, whose controversial staging of a Richard Wagner opera was cancelled, says he was censored.

Government Approves State Budget

After talks into the night, the Israeli government approves the state budget for 2013 and 2014, by a majority of 21-1.

U.S. to Boycott Iran-Led Disarmament Conference

The U.S. says it will boycott meetings of the UN Conference on Disarmament when Iran takes over the body this month.

Canada Deports Arab Terrorist to Lebanon

After a legal battle of 26 years, Canada deports a terrorist who hijacked an El Al flight in 1968, killing one Israeli.

Egyptian Lawmakers: Remove Israeli Ambassador

Members of Egypt’s upper house of parliament demand that the Israeli ambassador be removed because of "assaults on Al-Aqsa."

Danon: I Will Personally Ensure Construction

"Anyone who wants to legally promote building plans in Judea and Samaria can come to me," says Deputy Defense Minister.

Budget of PM's Residence Jumps 80% in Four Years

The planned austerity measures have not hit PM Netanyahu's expenses, which have jumped 80% since 2009.

'Israel Conspiring to Keep Assad in Power'

A commander in the Syrian opposition says Israel collaborating with Iran and Hizbullah to keep Assad in power.

Hamas Claims Success in Collaborators Campaign

The Hamas government in Gaza says that a recent campaign to target collaborators with Israel was a success.

Syrian Minister: We Have the Right to Enter Golan

Syria’s Information Minister says his country has a right to launch an operation against Israel from the Golan Heights.

Mubarak's Lawyer Denies His Client's Interview

Mubarak reportedly told a privately-owned newspaper that it was "too early" to judge successor Morsi.

Talks on Defense Cuts End, No Agreement Yet

Israel's security cabinet ends marathon talks on cuts in defense spending. Final decision expected Monday morning.

Abbas Warns Israel Over Al-Aqsa Mosque

"We cannot remain silent" over Israel's alleged "assaults" on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, warns PA Chairman.

Erdogan: Assad Crossed Obama's Red Line Long Ago

Turkey's prime minister calls on the U.S. to take action in Syria, says Assad used chemical weapons against his people.

U.S.: Beit El Construction is 'Counterproductive'

The U.S. says that Israel's approval of new homes in Beit El is "counterproductive to the cause of peace."

Israel's UK Ambassador Condemns Church Paper

Outrage causes Church of Scotland to agree to reword report that questioned the divine right of Jews to Israel.

Kerry Talks Peace with Tony Blair

As part of his ongoing efforts to get Israel and the PA talking, John Kerry hosted talks with special Middle East envoy Tony Blair.

Muslim Cleric: 'Palestine' Was Never Jewish

Israel has no right to exist, says Yusuf al-Qaradawi during a visit to Gaza.

PA Fumes After New Beit El Construction Approved

The Palestinian Authority has expressed anger, once again, after Israel signed off on plans for 296 new homes in the town of Beit El.

Protesters Outside Lapid's Home Tell Him to Resign

About 100 people demonstrated outside the home of Finance Minister Lapid against the planned budget cuts, calling on him to resign.

Third Suspect Arrested in Canada Terror Plot

U.S. prosecutors have charged a third man in connection with a plot to derail a passenger train at the Canada-U.S. border.

Leader of Jihadist Rebel Force Wounded in Syria

The leader of the jihadist rebel force al-Nusra Front wounded by an army bombing near the Syrian capital.

Jordan Summons Israeli Ambassador

President Shimon Peres sends a calming message to Jordan, after it summons the Israeli ambassador over an incident at the Temple Mount.

Radical Egyptian Cleric Visits Gaza

Radical Muslim cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi, who in the past called for suicide bombings in Israel, began a three-day visit to Gaza.