Elad Benari

Haniyeh: Israel is a 'Cancerous Tumor'

"Israel is a cancerous tumor that must be removed and uprooted," Hamas's PM says in a conference on education.

Brahimi Meets Syrian Opposition As Violence Rages

UN-Arab League envoy holds meetings with internal opposition groups in Syria, but there are still no breakthroughs.

Syria Converted Aircraft to Drones with WMDs

A MiG-21 combat aircraft flown by a Syrian pilot who defected was found to have been upgraded back in Syria to carry chemical weapons.

Iran Begins Naval Maneuvers in the Persian Gulf

Iran launches naval maneuvers in the Gulf, announces plans for another exercise in the Strait of Hormuz later this week.

Egyptians Pass New Constitution

Egypt's electoral commission confirms that the Islamist-backed constitution was passed by 64 percent of voters.

Lieberman Questioned in Ambassador Affair

Police considering confronting Lieberman with his former deputy, Danny Ayalon, in order to amend Lieberman's indictment.

Hamas: We Didn't Mean to Hurt Civilians

Hamas responds to HRW report which accused it of war crimes, says it "only targeted soldiers and military bases".

Egyptian Army Thwarts Rocket Smuggling to Gaza

Armed forces in the Sinai foiled an attempt to smuggle 17 rockets to Gaza.

Bennett: Netanyahu Planning Leftist Coalition

Bennett responds to Likud's attacks on his remarks, charges Netanyahu with planning to form a coalition with Livni and Lapid.

Cleric Denies He Called to Kill All Jews

Tunisian cleric Ahmad Al-Suhayli denies allegations that he called Jews "apes" and wished for them to be wiped out.

Ariel University Center Welcomes Recognition

Ariel University Center says the decision to recognize it as a university is "a natural outcome".

Arabs Attack Jews in Akko

Akko's Jews have been suffering from attacks by Arab youths, says the city's chief rabbi.

Waqf Continues to Destroy Jewish Antiquities

The Waqf is continuing to destroy Jewish antiquities on the Temple Mount in a direct violation of a court ruling, new report finds.

Female Warrior to be Honored for Killing Terrorist

A female soldier from the Caracal unit who killed a terrorist near the border with Egypt will be given a citation on Tuesday.

Ayalon Key Witness in Lieberman Case

The prosecution decided to collect further evidence in the Lieberman case because of testimony given by his deputy, Israeli TV reported.

Egyptian Blogger Visits Israel to Call for Peace

Egyptian activist Maikel Nabil Sanad in Jerusalem: "Don't let Egypt turn Israel into the enemy."

Fayyad: Arab Countries Evading Commitment to PA

PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad calls for an urgent Arab summit to address the PA's financial crisis.

Peres Congratulates Kerry on Nomination

"I'm sure you will be able to deal with the challenges in the Middle East," President Shimon Peres tells Senator John Kerry.

NRA Says 'No' to Greater Regulation of Firearms

NRA rules out any support for greater regulation of firearms or ammunition magazines in the wake of the Sandy Hook school massacre.

Egypt's Opposition to Appeal Referendum Results

Egypt's opposition says it will appeal a referendum on a new constitution backed by ruling Islamists, vows to continue struggle.

Netanyahu Visits Central Command

"Our mission is to maintain the security of the citizens of the State of Israel," Netanyahu says during security briefing.

IDF Stops Infiltration Attempt from Gaza

IDF soldiers patrolling along the border fence with Gaza fire into the air, deter several Arabs who approached the fence.

IDF Fighters to Netanyahu: Stop Attacking Bennett

62 soldiers, fighters and officers stand up for Naftali Bennett after he is constantly attacked by members of the Likud.

Lieberman to be Summoned for Further Questioning

Justice Ministry indicates it is investigating new evidence in the case against Lieberman and will be summoning him for questioning.

Turkey Denies Probing Jews Over Mavi Marmara

Turkey strongly denies reports it launched a probe into Jewish citizens for collaborating with Israel in the raid on the Mavi Marmara.

Egypt: Islamists Claim Lead in Second Vote

Egypt's ruling Islamists claim that preliminary referendum results show strong backing for a constitution rejected by the opposition.

Bin Laden Film Exaggerates CIA Techniques

Acting CIA director says the Hollywood film on bin Laden exaggerates the importance of information obtained by harsh interrogations.

Ahmadinejad: Iran in a 'Smart War' with the West

Iran is engaged in a "smart economic war" with Western powers, claims President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Lavrov: Syria Consolidating Chemical Weapons

Russia's foreign minister says Syria has acted to consolidate its chemical weapons to prevent rebels capturing them.

Egypt's VP Resigns, Vote on Constitution Continues

Egyptian VP Mahmud Mekki announces his resignation as Egyptians go to the polls in a referendum on a new constitution.

Netanyahu Congratulates Kerry on Nomination

"Kerry is a well-known supporter of Israel's security," says Netanyahu about Senator John Kerry.

Moment of Silence to Remember Sandy Hook Victims

U.S. tech leaders and celebrities call for an "Internet moment of silence" to remember the victims of last week's massacre.

Arabs Attack Soldier, Steal His Weapon

PA Arabs attack an IDF soldier north of Jerusalem, steal his weapon and run off. Police and IDF investigating.

Palestinian 'Refugees' Return to Damascus Camp

Thousands of people recognized as Palestinian refugees return to the Yarmouk camp that has become a battle ground.

Madoff's Brother Sentenced to 10 Years

Peter Madoff, brother of financier Bernard Madoff, sentenced to 10 years in prison for cooking the books at the family investment firm.

Security Council Sanctions Two Iranian Firms

UN Security Council slaps sanctions on two Iranian firms accused of supplying arms to the Syrian government.

PA Threatens 'Action' if Netanyahu Wins

Palestinian Authority threatens to sue Israelis at the International Criminal Court if Netanyahu wins another term as Prime Minister.

Putin Denies Russia is Propping Up Assad

Russia's President denied propping up Syria's Assad but says it's up to the Syrian people to decide on their leader.

Israel to UN: Declare Hizbullah a Terrorist Group

Israel's ambassador to the UN in a letter to the Security Council: Time to recognize Hizbullah for what it really is.

Bennett: I Won't Evict Jews from Their Homes

Bayit Yehudi chairman says he would not agree to evict Jews; rival parties slam him, claim he advocates that soldiers refuse to obey orders.