Elad Benari

Lapid Promises to Fight for the Working Man

Finance Minister Yair Lapid says that he intends to fight for the working man who "just pays the bills".

EU Eases Syria Oil Embargo to Help Rebels

EU foreign ministers enable companies to import Syrian crude and export oil production technology to areas in the hands of the opposition.

Boston Bomber Charged, Could Face Death Penalty

Boston bomb suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev could face the death penalty after being charged for his alleged role in the attacks.

Turkey Reports Progress in Talks with Israel

"This problem will be solved at a second meeting, and if not enough, at a third one," Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister says.

Syrian Opposition Denounces Hizbullah

Syria's opposition warns that Hizbullah’s role in fighting in Homs province amounts to a "declaration of war."

Netanyahu Welcomes End of Airline Strike

"We will continue to make additional reforms to increase competition,” says Netanyahu after airlines agree to end strike.

Hagel Hails Arms Deal as a Sign of U.S. Support

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon hail a major arms deal as a sign of U.S. support for Israel.

Israel Reaches a Deal with Terrorist

Terrorist Samer Issawi has reportedly agreed to end a hunger strike which lasted for more than eight months in exchange for early release.

Labor Court Asked to End Airline Workers' Strike

Israel Manufacturers Association appeals to the Labor Court, asking that it issue an injunction against striking airline workers.

At Least 80 Killed in Latest Syria Massacre

Syrian opposition says that government troops seized a town near Damascus, killing at least 80 people, including women and children.

Yaalon Meets Hagel: The U.S. is Our Best Friend

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon meets with his visiting American counterpart, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

Turkey Denies Talking with Israel About Iran

Turkey dismisses report suggesting that an Israeli delegation would hold talks about using a Turkish airbase to train for a attack in Iran.

Boston Marathon Terrorist Wakes Up

Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev woke up and is responding in writing to questions.

Eshkol Region Head: Deal with the Rockets Now

The head of the Eshkol Regional Council, Haim Yellin, tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take action to stop the rocket attacks from Gaza.

U.S. Investigating Use of Chemicals in Syria

U.S. intelligence agencies are investigating accounts from Europe that Syria may have used chemical weapons against opposition forces.

Poland's Jews Mark 70th Anniversary of Uprising

Around 100 people gathered at Warsaw's synagogue to pay tribute to the Jews who took part in the Warsaw ghetto uprising.

Suspect Charged With Threatening President's Life

Paul Kevin Curtis, suspected of sending poison-laced letters to Obama, charged with threatening the life of the president.

Bennett: Use the Threat of a Strike Wisely

Economy and Trade Minister Naftali Bennett is opposed to the planned strike by Israel’s airlines, supports Open Skies program.

Peretz: Ammonia Plant Will be Gone from Haifa

"We must not accept the continued existence of the ammonia container in Haifa Bay," says Environment Minister Amir Peretz.

UC Berkeley Votes in Favor of BDS

The Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC) voted to divest from companies affiliated with the IDF.

Leader of Egypt's Jewish Community Brought to Rest

More than a hundred mourners came to pay their last respects to Carmen Weinstein, who died this week at 84.

FBI Releases Photos of Boston Suspects

The FBI releases photos and a video of two suspects in the Boston Marathon terror attack, asks for public help in identifying them.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Two Rockets at Israel

Terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza fire two rockets at southern Israel. No physical injuries or damages reported.

Radical Cleric: Bombing Meant to Send a Message

A radical Egyptian Salafi cleric said that the terror attack in Boston was meant to tell the West that terrorists are alive and well.

Bank Leumi Freezes Erasure of Tycoon's Debt

Public pressure causes Bank Leumi to announce that the deal to erase most of tycoon Nochi Dankner's debt has been frozen.

Kerry: U.S. Working to Free Alan Gross

Washington is seeking to free two U.S. citizens held in Cuba and Iran, but has rejected a swap deal with Havana, says Kerry.

35 Former U.S. Officials: Talk Directly to Iran

Former U.S. officials call on the White House to initiate direct talks with Iran instead of relying solely on sanctions.

Cameron to Netanyahu: Renew Peace Talks

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday urges his Israeli counterpart to reopen peace talks with the Palestinian Authority.

Senate Defeats Gun Control Plan, Obama Fumes

Senate defeats a plan to expand background checks on firearms sales and a proposal to ban some weapons.

Assad: The West Will Pay for Supporting Al-Qaeda

Syrian President warns the West it will pay a heavy price for its supporting Al-Qaeda, says his regime's defeat is not an option.

Ricin Found in Letter Addressed to Obama

A letter addressed to U.S. President Barack Obama tests positive for ricin, in a drama over poisoned mail.

Terror Group Releases Video of Rocket Attack

The Salafi jihadist group that claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on Eilat has released a video which shows the rockets being fired.

Tunisia's Ousted President Gets Another Jail Term

Tunisia's deposed president, Ben Ali, given a five-year jail term absentia for corruption, adding to two previous life sentences.

Turkey Blocks NATO Meeting with Israel

Despite Israel’s recent apology, Turkey has declined to agree to a meeting of NATO's Mediterranean Dialogue group, which includes Israel.

Pentagon Requests More Funding for Iron Dome

The Pentagon has requested $220.3 million to bolster Iron Dome, despite broader cuts to U.S. military spending.

Deadly Poison Found in Letter to U.S. Senator

Federal authorities intercepted a letter bound for the Washington office of U.S. Senator Roger Wicker that contained ricin.

Senators Approve Resolution to Assist Israel

The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee adopts a resolution which stipulates that the U.S. will assist Israel in an attack against Iran.

Gantz: Coordination with Egypt Has Gotten Better

The coordination between Israel and Egypt has gotten better despite the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood to power, says COS.

Napolitano: Boston Attack Not Part of Wider Plot

Homeland Security Secretary says there's no evidence that Boston attack is part of a wider plot, urges public to remain vigilant.

Netanyahu: Committed to 'Two-State Solution'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu expresses his support for a two-state solution during a reception for foreign diplomats.