Elad Benari

Barak to Israeli Citizens: Stay Strong

"We must continue to live our normal lives, even during this difficult test," says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Egypt's PM to Visit Gaza, Meet Haniyeh

Egypt's prime minister Hisham Qandil to visit Gaza, express his country's solidarity with Hamas.

IDF Has Struck More than 300 Targets in Gaza

Since the beginning of Operation Pillar of Defense, the IDF has struck more than 300 targets throughout Gaza.

More than 100 Rockets Fired at Southern Israel

Gaza-based terrorists fire a barrage of rockets at southern Israel. Iron Dome intercepts 20 of the rockets.

Obama Promises New Diplomatic Push on Iran

President Barack Obama promises to launch a new diplomatic push to solve the longstanding crisis over Iran's nuclear program.

UN Security Council to Meet About Gaza

The UN Security Council will meet in emergency session to discuss escalating tensions between Israel and Gaza.

Report: Israel's Ambassador to Egypt Left Cairo

Egyptian media reports that Israeli ambassador Yaakov Amitai left Cairo after being summoned by the foreign ministry.

Levin: Bill to Annex Judea and Samaria is Ready

MK Levin: If the PA goes ahead with its statehood bid, I will submit a bill to annex Judea and Samaria immediately after the election.

Security Cabinet Allows IDF to Mobilize Reserves

Security Cabinet makes five decisions regarding Operation Pillar of Defense, including allowing the IDF to mobilize reserves.

U.S. Throws its Support Behind Israel

"We support Israel’s right to defend itself," says U.S. State Department. Netanyahu thanks Obama.

Morsi Recalls Ambassador to Israel

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi recalls the ambassador to Israel in protest of operation Pillar of Defense.

Barak Takes Part in Missile Launching Exercise

Defense Minister Ehud Barak on hand during a live test firing of a Patriot missile.

Labor is Not a Leftist Party, Says Yechimovich

In an unusual move, Labor leader speaks to Arutz Sheva, supports an agreement that keeps 80% of Yesha residents in their homes.

Hamas Arch Terrorist: No Regrets

Hamas terrorist Abdullah Barghouti, serving 67 life sentences in Israel, speaks out from his prison cell.

Bnei Akiva's Ethiopian Youth Celebrate Sigd

Youth from Bnei Akiva’s HaShachar Project visit the pedestrian mall in Jerusalem and celebrate the Sigd holiday.

Syrian Army Promises to Avoid Firing at Israel

The Syrian army has pledged to Israel that its soldiers will avoid firing at the Israeli side of the border.

Polls Close in Jewish Home Primaries

Polls in the Jewish Home party’s primaries closed at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Final results to be announced Wednesday afternoon.

Gaza Terrorists Can't Agree on Who Fired at Jeep

Two Gaza terrorist groups have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on an IDF jeep, revealing tension and mistrust in Gaza.

Muslim Brotherhood Blames Israel for Escalation

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood says the "Zionist occupier" is to blame for the escalation in the south.

Prosor to UN: Time to Condemn Hamas

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations sends a letter of complaint over the ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel.

Netanyahu Threatens Gaza Terrorists

"Anyone who thinks he can disrupt the daily lives of the residents of the south and not pay a heavy price – is wrong," Netanyahu warns.

Olmert Will Return and be PM, Says Friend

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert will announce his return to politics within days, the mayor of the city of Akko predicts.

Egypt's Constitution Draft Based on Islam

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood-led government is suggesting that the country’s new constitution be based on the principles of Islam.

National Security Advisor Meets U.S. Counterpart

President Barack Obama's national security advisor, Tom Donilon, meet's Israel's Yaakov Amidror at the White House.

U.S. Says UNHRC's Biased Focus on Israel is a Flaw

United States wins a new term on the UN Human Rights Council, says it will fix the "flaws" in the controversial body.

Toulouse Terrorist's Sister Being Investigated

The sister of Tolouse terrorist Mohamed Merah is the subject of a criminal investigation after declaring herself proud of her brother.

IAF Targets Three Gaza Terror Sites

IAF aircraft strike two rocket launching sites in northern Gaza and a weapons storage site in central Gaza.

Gaza Belt Children Will Go Back to School

Home Front Command announces that schools in the Gaza belt will operate as usual on Tuesday...if terrorists stop firing rockets.

Abbas Confirms UN Bid for November 29

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas announces that the PA will present its bid for non-state UN membership on November 29.

Terrorists Condition Ceasefire on 'Aggression'

Gaza-based terrorists agree to accept a ceasefire, but as usual, blame Israel for their firing rockets.

Italian MPs to Visit Israel's Gaza Belt Residents

A delegation of Italian MPs from different parties will visit Kibbutz Kfar Aza to show solidarity with Israelis living near Gaza.

Obama Reiterates Opposition to Abbas's UN Bid

President Obama tells PA Chairman Abbas that his administration opposes his bid for non-state membership of the UN.

MK Sarsour Blames 'Israeli Escalation'

Arab MK Ibrahim Sarsour condemns the "Israeli escalation against Gaza,” while failing to condemn the ongoing rocket attacks.

Did Flickr Eliminate Israel?

An Israeli photography website discovers that Flickr has removed the maps of Israel from its site.

IDF Targets Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft strike terror targets in northern and southern Gaza after terrorists fire more than 100 rockets at southern Israel.

Arabs Attempt to Kidnap Jewish Girls in Binyamin

PA Arabs try to convince Jewish girls from Judea and Samaria to enter their car. The girls refuse and call police.

Schools to Reopen in Southern Israel

After more than 100 rockets explode in Israel, authorities announce that school will resume on Monday in all areas of southern Israel.

Netanyahu to Meet Foreign Ambassadors on Gaza

Setting the stage for a Gaza attack? Netanyahu calls a meeting with foreign ambassadors serving in Israel.

Dichter: Elections Not an Insurance Policy

Home Front Protection Minister Avi Dichter says Gaza terrorists should not think Israel won't strike in Gaza because of the elections.

Meretz's Current MKs Top List for Knesset

After primaries, currently serving MKs Galon, Gilon and Horowitz top Meretz's list for the next Knesset.