Elad Benari

Russia and China Join IAEA Resolution on Iran

New IAEA resolution criticizes Iran over its defiance of UN Security Council resolutions and its refusal to allow IAEA inspections.

Cuba Insists Alan Gross is in Decent Health

Cuba insists that jailed U.S. contractor Alan Gross is in decent health, despite his wife's assertion he has lost more than 100 pounds.

U.S. Evacuates Diplomatic Staff from Libya

United States evacuates most of its diplomatic staff from Libya and takes Tripoli embassy down to emergency staffing.

Hollande to Netanyahu: Favor Diplomacy on Iran

French President calls Netanyahu to discuss Iran, stresses France's determination that Iran should suspend its nuclear program.

Apple Introduces New iPhone5

Apple introduced its new iPhone 5: A lighter, thinner and more powerful version of its iconic mobile device.

Netanyahu Thanks Harper

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, thanks him for his decision to expel Iranian diplomats.

Attack on Consulate May Have Been Planned

U.S. sources say they do not believe the attack on the consulate in Benghazi had something to do with a film mocking Islam.

Egypt Orders Arrest of Former PM Shafiq

Egyptian authorities order the arrest of Mubarak's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, on charges of corruption.

Gross' Lawyers Ask UN to Help Release Him

Lawyers for Allan Gross, who is imprisoned in Cuba, ask a UN working group on arbitrary detentions to press for their client's release.

Ya'alon Attacks Barak for Siding with U.S.

Deputy Prime Minister Moshe Ya’alon attacks Defense Minister Ehud Barak for siding with the U.S. on Iran.

Report: Head of MI6 Told Israel Not to Attack Iran

Report: the head of the British Secret Service made a secret visit to Israel and urged Netanyahu not to attack Iran.

Report: Israel is the Second-Most Educated Country

The “Education at a Glance 2012” report finds that 64% of Israelis reach higher education, second only to Canada.

Obama Calls Bibi to Talk About Iran

Hours after the announcement that Obama would not meet Netanyahu in New York later this month, the two leaders speak by phone.

Deputy Chief of Staff Warns Against Regional War

Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Yair Naveh warns that terrorism along the borders with Syria and Egypt is increasing.

Survey: Two Thirds of Israelis Support Ariel

Two-thirds of the Israeli public support the recognition of the Ariel University Center as a full-fledged university, survey finds.

One Dead in Attack on U.S. Consulate in Libya

One American official killed as Islamists attack the U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya, over "film which offends Islam."

White House Plays Down Dispute Over Iran

White House rejects reports that Obama refused to meet Netanyahu because of Iran, says the two "won't be in New York" at the same time.

Protests Prompt Netanyahu to Give PA Aid Package

Netanyahu orders the transfer of a 250 million shekel advance to the PA from tax revenues collected by Israel.

Rockets Fly, Sderot Hopes for Quiet Holidays

Sderot councilor hopes that all residents of southern Israel will be able to observe the High Holy Days quietly, as rocket fire continues.

Hague 'Disappointed' with Recognition of Ariel

British Foreign Secretary William Hague says he is disappointed with the government's recognition of the Ariel University.

Dichter Warns Against Muslim Brotherhood Takeover

Home Front Defense Minister: The Arab world has begun the long journey which ends with Muslim Brotherhood control.

IAEA Chief 'Frustrated' by Iran

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano calls on Iran to open up the Parchin military site, where it may have covered up traces of nuclear activity.

Hackers Try to Bring Down Jewish Agency's Website

Jewish Agency uses new safeguarding methods after hackers attack its website over the weekend.

Key Syrian Defector Hints that France Helped Him

Key Syrian defector General Manaf Tlas hints that French secret agents helped him flee Syria, won't explain how.

'Ketzaleh' Signs Unity Pact with Bennett

National Union and Jewish Home contender Naftali Bennett agree to form joint list for the next Knesset.

Expert: Syrian Turmoil Convenient for the U.S.

Prof. Zaki Shalom tries to explain why the Americans are remaining silent as President Bashar Al-Assad slaughters his own people.

Israel, U.S. Spar Over 'Red Lines' for Iran

Israel responds to Clinton's remarks about setting red lines for Iran, and Clinton's spokeswoman responds to Israel.

Lower Chance that Israel Will Strike Iran

Senior Israeli Cabinet Minister says that Canada and Europe's latest moves against Iran have reduced the possibility of an Israeli strike.

Jews and Muslims Protest Over Circumcision

Jews and Muslims gather in Berlin to demonstrate against a controversial circumcision court ruling.

Egypt's PM Urges U.S. Businessmen to Invest

Egypt’s Prime Minister Hisham Kandil urges a delegation of U.S. businessmen to invest in post-Mubarak Egypt.

Foundation: No Need for Proof Arafat Was Poisoned

The Yasser Arafat Foundation says there is "no need" for more proof that the former Palestinian Authority leader was poisoned.

PA Arab Rock Throwers Receive Jail Time

A military court in Samaria convicts two PA Arabs who wounded an Israeli woman in a rock attack, gives them jail time and a fine.

Abbas: No Israeli Presence in Jordan Valley

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas reiterates his determination to turn to the UN, says 'Palestinians' will never give up their rights.

IAF Strikes Terrorist Sites in Gaza

IAF aircraft strike several terrorist sites in Gaza in response to Saturday night's Grad missile attack.

UN Envoy to Syria Arrives in Cairo

United Nations envoy to Syria, Lakhdar Brahimi, arrives in Cairo, may also visit Tehran.

Romney: Obama's Biggest Failure is Iran

Romney tells "Meet The Press": Obama’s biggest failure is the way he dealt with Iran’s nuclear program.

Group Welcomes Canada's Decision on Iran

Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs welcomes Canada's decision to cut off ties with Iran, says it is "an appropriate Canadian response."

'Kill the Jews' Spray-painted in New Jersey

Residents of a neighborhood in Monmouth Heights, NJ, awoke on Thursday to find swastikas and hate-filled slogans.

Gaza Grad Missile Hits Home in Netivot

Terrorists from Gaza fire two Grad missiles at southern Israel. One hits a home in the city of Netivot.

Fayyad: Ready to Resign Over Protests

PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad says he will resign if that's the will of the people, blames Israel for the PA’s financial troubles.