Noam Shalit: I Have Experience in Public Struggles
Noam Shalit tells Labor members they should support his bid for a spot on the party’s list because he can “replace the bad government.”
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Obama Declared Winner in Florida
Obama wins the state of Florida, receiving 50 percent of the vote to Romney's 49.1 percent.
Enough is Enough, Say MKs about Gaza Escalation
MKs call on Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to take action in the wake of continued terrorism from Gaza.
IAF Strikes More Terror Targets in Gaza
IAF aircraft strike nine terror targets in Gaza. Direct hits detected.
Hamas Official: Abbas Not Welcome in Gaza
Hamas MP Yahya Moussa declares PA Chairman Abbas persona non grata in Gaza.
Steinitz Threatens PA with Sanctions Over UN Bid
Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz threatens to freeze transfer of tax revenues if the PA continues its unilateral statehood bid.
Seriously Wounded Soldier's Life in Danger
Head of the Soroka Hospital in Be’er Sheva says that the wounds sustained by an IDF soldier near Gaza are life threatening.
IAF Hits Terror Squad in Northern Gaza
IAF aircraft hit a terrorist squad as it prepares to fire rockets at southern Israel.
IDF Changes Rules of Engagement Near Syria
The continued spillover of the fighting in Syria into Israel has caused the IDF to change the rules of engagement along the Syrian border.
Thousands Flee Syria as Fighting Continues
Heavy fighting between Syrian rebels and troops sends thousands fleeing across the border into Turkey.
Migron Expellees Discover Looted Homes
Expelled Migron residents shocked to discover that Arabs have looted their abandoned homes and that IDF had stopped guarding them.
State Asks Court for Extension of Ulpana 'Sawing'
State Attorney’s Office asks the Supreme Court to postpone the deadline for the sawing of the homes of the Ulpana neighborhood in Beit El.
Iran Attempts and Fails to Shoot Down U.S. Drone
An unarmed U.S. surveillance drone was fired at by Iranian military jets last week, Pentagon reveals. The drone was not hit.
PA Unveils UN Membership Resolution
PA envoys unveil the resolution they hope will give them observer membership at the United Nations.
Romney's Campaign Hints He Lost Florida
Mitt Romney's senior campaign adviser in Florida hints he lost the state, where a result is still to be declared.
IDF Soldiers Arrest Syrian Teen who Enters Israel
IDF soldiers from the “Oketz” canine unit arrest a 17-year-old Syrian teen after he crosses the Israeli-Syrian border.
Ahmadinejad: Having Nuclear Bombs is 'Retarded'
"Those who are stockpiling nuclear weapons are mentally retarded," claims the Iranian president during a visit to Bali.
Peres Reminds Putin of Promise to Stop Iran
President Shimon Peres reminds his Russian counterpart of his promise to ensure that Iran does not get nuclear weapons.
Gaza Tunnel Explodes During IDF Operation
Smuggling tunnel explodes in southern Gaza as a group of IDF soldiers work to uncover it.
Obama 'Doesn’t Forget Anything', Says Barak
Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Obama won't forget Netanyahu's support for Romney, but doubts he'll make life difficult for him.
Report: Olmert will Run Despite Appeal
Despite the prosecution’s appeal in his case, it appears as though former PM Ehud Olmert is planning to run in January’s election.
Maker of Anti-Mohammed Film Given a Year in Jail
Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, the man behind "Innocence of Muslims", sentenced to a year in jail for probation violations.
New Kadima Campaign Focuses on Netanyahu-Obama
Kadima launches second part of its election campaign, says "Bibi is getting us in trouble. Also with the U.S."
Syria Warns PA Arabs
Syria’s foreign ministry warns the country's 'Palestinian refugees' against becoming embroiled in the country’s uprising.
Former Ambassador: Obama Won't Seek Revenge
Israel’s former Ambassador to Belgium and Switzerland, Yitzchak Meir: The U.S. has interests in Israel.
Two Vehicles Torched in Jerusalem
Two vehicles catch fire in Jerusalem’s French Hill neighborhood. Police believe Arabs responsible.
Prosecution Files Appeal in Olmert Case
State Prosecutor's Office appeals former Prime Minister Olmert's verdict and light sentence.
2012 Election Over:
Obama Wins Second White House Term
CNN, NBC declare Obama the winner of the 2012 presidential election.
Bahrain Fingers Hizbullah in Terror Attacks
Bahrain claims that Hizbullah is behing five bombings that killed two Asian expatriates in the capital Manama.
UN Condemns Spillover from Syria into Golan
The United Nations condemns fighting by Syrian forces close to Golan Heights, says it threatens stability in the region.
Bennett: Tomorrow Something New Begins
The new chairman of the Jewish Home party, Naftali Bennett, makes a victory speech. "It's time to restore the Jewish soul to the people."
Soldier Fired for Refusing to Assist Demolition
An IDF soldier from the Nachal Hareidi removed from his position for refusing to assist a demolition in Yitzhar.
Lavrov Supports Palestine in Meeting with Abbas
Russian Foreign Minister meets PA Chairman in Amman. "For us the statehood of Palestine is not questionable," he says.
Bennett Wins Jewish Home Primaries
Bennett wins Jewish Home primaries, achieves 67% of the votes. Final results to be announced on Wednesday.
Danon: Obama Wasn't Good for Israel
Israel is not interfering with the U.S. election, but it’s important to admit that Obama was not good for Israel, says MK Danny Danon.
Turkey Hosts Defected Syrian PM
Turkey hosts defected Syrian Prime Minister Riyad Hijab, amid a four-day meeting of the opposition Syrian National Council in Doha.
El Al Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Ireland
An El Al flight making its way to New York makes an lands in Ireland after smoke is detected in the passenger compartment.
Team Arrives in Ramallah for Arafat Exhumation
A Swiss laboratory team has arrived in Ramallah to prepare for the exhumation of former Palestinian Authority Chairman Yasser Arafat.
Obama Maintains Slight Lead in Final Day's Polls
Reuters/Ipsos poll before Election Day shows 48% support for Obama, 46% support for Romney.
Erekat: PA Will Go to UN Despite Pressure
PLO top negotiator: The PA will push on with a bid to achieve non-member status at the United Nations despite pressure to back down.
