Elad Benari

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.

Russia Sends Military Destroyer to Iran

Russian destroyer arrives in southern Iran ahead of joint programs with the Islamic Republic's navy.

Turkey Declared a 'Prison for Reporters'

Reporters Without Borders says Turkey has become the “world’s biggest prison for journalists.”

Assad's Fall a Matter of Time, Says Turkish FM

The fall of Syria’s government is “only a matter of time,” predicts Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu.

IAF Chief Concerned over Hizbullah's UAVs

Israel's greatest concern is increased attempts by Hizbullah to attain accomplishments by sending UAVs into Israel, says IAF Commander.

17-Day-Old Nurses' Strike Ends

Agreement between nurses and Finance Ministry will see the nurses' salaries being increased over 4.5 years.

PA Government Workers Go on Strike

Employees of the Palestinian Authority government across Judea and Samaria start a strike over unpaid salaries. As usual, they blame Israel.

Prosor: Israeli Construction Not Obstacle to Peace

Israel's UN ambassador responds to European nations' condemnation. "Settlements are not and never have been the main obstacle to peace."

European Members of UNSC Condemn Israel

Europe's four member states in the UN Security Council strongly condemn Israel over its planned construction in Jerusalem.

Davutoglu to Iran: Tell Syria to End Violence

Turkish Foreign Minister urges Tehran to "send a clear message" to Syria's embattled regime to stop the violence against its own people.

'There is No Terrorism in Syria'

Video: Syrian protesters demonstrating in favor of an Al-Qaeda linked group tell Obama that "the army is the terrorist".

PA: Most of Security Council will Condemn Israel

PA's UN observer predicts that all members of the Security Council except the U.S. will condemn new Israeli construction.

U.S. Lawmakers to Review Secret Report on Benghazi

U.S. lawmakers begin scouring a top secret report which could highlight security failings surrounding the attack in Libya.

Nuland: Israeli Construction is 'Provocative'

U.S. State Department spokeswoman uses strong language to condemn Israeli building in northern Jerusalem.

Thousands Flee Damascus Refugee Camp

Tens of thousands of the Yarmouk "Palestinian refugee" camp in Damascus flee as Assad's army attacks advancing rebels.

Egypt: Low Turnout for Anti-Constitution Protest

Up to 2,000 people gather in Egypt to protest controversial draft constitution - far fewer than previous opposition protests.

Poll: Bayit Yehudi Will be Third Largest Party

If elections were held today, Naftali Bennett's party will win 12 seats and be the Knesset's third largest party, finds Channel 2 poll.