Elad Benari

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.

Released Terrorist Denies Connection to Attack

Jamal Tirawi, who was released by an Israeli court, denies he sent a suicide bomber to a Tel Aviv café in 2002.

U.S. Calls for 'Restraint' Over Temple Mount

The United States calls for both Israel and the PA to exercise restraint after the Grand Mufti is arrested for throwing chairs at Jews.

Obama and Netanyahu Speak About Security, Peace

U.S. President Obama and Prime Minister Netanyahu speak by telephone about "regional security issues and Middle East peace."

Lapid: I Won't Give Away Money I Don't Have

Finance Minister Yair Lapid attempts to justify the budget cuts. "The rich are getting hit too."

'Governance Bill' Passes Preliminary Knesset Vote

A bill limiting the number of ministers to 19 passes preliminary Knesset vote, after being denounced by the opposition.

Hawking Confirms He is Boycotting Israel

British physicist Stephen Hawking confirms that he cancelled his trip to Israel because of an academic boycott, not illness.

'We Were Right to Warn About Netanyahu'

The Binyamin Residents’ Council: Reports about a construction freeze are proof we were right about Netanyahu.

PLO 'Not Aware' of New Israeli Construction Freeze

Israel has not notified the PLO of any changes to its policy regarding construction in Judea and Samaria, says negotiator Saeb Erekat.

U.S., Russia Seek Conference on Syria

The U.S. and Russia agreed to push both sides in the Syria conflict to find a solution and hold an international conference.

WJC Urges EU to Ban Far-Right Parties

The World Jewish Congress urged Europe's governments to consider a ban on far-right parties, at the end of a conference in Budapest.

Danon: I'm Not Aware of Any Construction Freeze

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon says he is not aware of any silent freeze on construction in Judea and Samaria.

Assad: Attacks Proof that Israel Supports Rebels

Syrian President says recent alleged Israeli airstrikes exposed the involvement of Israel and other countries in the events in Syria.

Lapid Raises Cigarette Prices

Hours after introducing budget cuts and tax increases, Finance Minister Yair Lapid signs an order calling to raise the prices of cigarettes.

Syrian Rebels Abduct 4 UN Peacekeepers

Rebels on the Syrian side of the Golan abducted four Filipino UN peacekeepers in the same area where 21 peacekeepers were recently held.