Elad Benari

Gaza Salafists Protest Relatives Arrests

Dozens of Gazans rally in central Gaza, demanding Hamas release their detained Salafist relatives.

US Looking for Persons of Interest in Boston Probe

Investigators are pursuing other "persons of interest" possibly linked to the Boston Marathon bombings, U.S. lawmakers say.

Shaked's Anti-Terrorist Bill Approved for Vote

Ministerial Committee approves MK Ayelet Shaked's bill which would prevent terrorists from filing lawsuits against the State of Israel.

Piron Blasted for 'Fridays Off' Plan

Education Minister Rabbi Shai Piron faces flak over a news report that he plans to turn Fridays into a day off from school.

Terrorists Fire Qassam Rocket at Southern Israel

Rocket fired by terrorists from Hamas-controlled Gaza explodes in Eshkol Regional Council. No physical injuries or damages.

Steinitz: Nuclear Iran Like 30 Nuclear N. Koreas

The world must not ignore the warnings about Iran as it did 80 years ago with the Nazis, says Minister Yuval Steinitz.

Former Mossad Chief: No Immediate Threat to Israel

“Looking over a short period of time, I don’t see an immediate conventional threat to Israel,” says former Mossad Chief Dagan.

Syria's Opposition: Act on Obama's 'Red Line'

Syria's opposition calls for action on Obama's warning that Syria's use of chemical weapons would cross a "red line."

Mother of Terrorists: The U.S. Killed My Son

The mother of the two brothers suspected of carrying out the Boston bombings attacks the U.S., saying the authorities killed her son.

Canada Tried to Deport Suspected Terrorist

Canada tried to deport one of the two terrorists it caught this week, but didn't proceed.

U.S. Senators Call for Action in Syria

U.S. Senators say it it time to intervene in Syria, after intelligence assessments say that Assad likely used chemical weapons.

Judge: Jordanian Bank Can Face Trial Over Terror

The Arab Bank has lost a bid to avoid a U.S. trial in a lawsuit by terrorism victims, who accuse it of supporting attacks in Israel.

Hamas Slams PA for Postponing Resolutions

Hamas condemns compromise which says the PA will postpone anti-Israel resolutions in exchange for a UN "investigation" in Jerusalem.

Slovakia Paves the Way for Extradition of Nazi

A Slovak court has paved the way for the extradition of Laszlo Csatary from Hungary to Slovakia.

Boston Bombers Planned to Attack Times Square

The brothers accused of staging the Boston Marathon bombings planned a new attack in Times Square, says NYC mayor.

White House on Syria: 'All Options on the Table'

A senior White House official says "all options are on the table" should use of chemical weapons by the Syrian regime be confirmed.

Lebanese Sign Up for 'Jihad' Against Hizbullah

Lebanese youth have begun to sign up for “armed Jihad in Syria” against Hizbullah terrorists helping Assad.

Egypt Assures Hagel: We're Committed to Peace

Egypt’s leaders have assured visiting U.S. Defense Secretary that they are committed to their country’s peace treaty with Israel.

Rebel Leader: Israel Has Mossad Agents in Syria

Israel has a presence in Syria, would know if chemical weapons had been used, claims the Chief of Staff for the Free Syrian Army.

Holocaust Denial Hurt Us, Says Iranian Candidate

Iran’s denial of the Holocaust was damaging, admits Tehran mayor and potential presidential candidate.

Report: Anti-Semitism in Canada Up 3.7%

Anti-Semitic incidents increased by 3.7% in 2012, but have doubled in the past decade, annual audit finds.

Lieberman Threatens to Go to Supreme Court

MK Avigdor Lieberman threatens to turn to the Supreme Court unless an investigation is launched into leaks from his interrogation.

Yaalon: Iran's Involved in All the Conflicts

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon meets Canadian Chief of Staff, emphasizes need to stop Iran's nuclear program.

Iranian Minister: Sanctions Are 'Causing Trouble'

Iran's Finance Minister says international pushed inflation above 30%, but stresses that nuclear program will continue.

Jordanian Party Expels MP for Meeting Peres

A Jordanian party has expelled one of its members for attending a reception with Israeli President Shimon Peres.

IAEA and Iran to Talk on May 15

The IAEA says it will hold a new round of talks with Iran on May 15 in Vienna on suspected nuclear bomb-making efforts by Tehran.

U.S. Not Yet Sure About Assad's Use of Chemicals

The United States has not yet concluded that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime used chemical weapons, says the White House.

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.