Elad Benari

IMF, World Bank Warn: PA Risks 'Social Upheaval'

The Palestinian Authority faces a $400 million budget shortfall, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund warn.

Lebanon: Hizbullah Supporters Protest in Tyre

Thousands of supporters of Hizbullah protest against a U.S.-made film mocking Islam and cartoons of prophet Mohammed.

Report: Iran Sending Weapons to Syria Via Iraq

Iran has been sending large quantities of weapons to the Syrian regime using civilian aircraft, an intelligence report reveals.

Morsi Adviser: Amending Treaty 'a Matter of Time'

An adviser to Egypt's President says amending the treaty with Israel is "a matter of time," says such a move is necessary.

Egypt On High Alert in Sinai

Egyptian security services announce state of high alert in Sinai after receiving information about possible attacks on local officers.

IDF Foils Terror Attack, Kills 2 Gaza Terrorists

The IDF in a joint operation with the Shin Bet foils a planned terror attack, as IAF aircraft kill two terrorists in southern Gaza.

Syrian Army Tested Systems for Poison Gas Shells

Witnesses tell the Der Spiegel magazine that the Syrian army tested missile systems for poison gas shells.

Saudi Arabia Threatens to Block YouTube

Saudi Arabia threatens to block YouTube in the kingdom if Google does not respond to a request to deny access to an anti-Islam film.

EU's Ashton to Consult with UN Partners About Iran

Catherine Ashton will consult with UN partners in New York after face-to-face talks with Iran's Saeed Jalili.

Erekat: Romney's Comments Are Unacceptable

PA negotiator Saeb Erekat attacks Romney over comments that the PA does not want peace. "No peace means continued occupation."

NJ Couple Killed While Walking Home from Synagogue

A husband and wife who were returning home from synagogue in East Brunswick this past Shabbat, were struck by a car and killed.

Iran Threatens to Hit Israel and U.S. Bases

The head of Iran's Revolutionary Guards says his country will target U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israel if attacked.

Netanyahu: Iran Puts Zealotry Above Survival

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says Iran's leaders are guided by "unbelievable fanaticism" and can't have nuclear weapons.

Panetta: Red Lines Are Political Arguments

Defense Secretary Leon Panetta sides with Obama, reject Israel's demand of "red lines" for Iran.

3 Injured as PA Arabs Attack Jewish Village

Three Jews lightly injured after being attacked by Arabs who tried to reach the village of Esh Kodesh in the Binyamin area.

Al-Qaeda Releases Another Video of U.S. Hostage

In the second video in two days, Warren Weinstein asks his wife to contact American Jewish communities to secure his release.

Alan Gross' Lawyer: He is Not Healthy

The lawyer for U.S. contractor Alan Gross, who is in jail in Cuba, rejects claims by Havana that his client is in good health.

Abbas Calls Peres to Wish a Happy New Year

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas calls President Shimon Peres, wishes Israelis a Happy New Year.

U.S. Treasury Freezes Nasrallah's Assets

U.S. Treasury imposes sanctions on Hizbullah leader Hassan Nasrallah and two other members, for their role in aiding the crackdown in Syria.

Obama Hints Egypt Not an Ally

The White House does damage control after Obama hints that the U.S. no longer considers the Egyptian government an ally.

IAEA Passes Resolution Criticizing Iran

The UN atomic agency's board approves with a crushing majority a resolution criticizing Iran. China and Russia vote in favor.

Obama: Let's Renew the Bond with Israel

President Obama says the Jewish New Year is a time to "renew the unbreakable bond we share with our friends and allies."

Libyan PM: 'Big Advance' in Consulate Attack Probe

Libyan Prime Minister Mustafa Abu Shagur says arrests made in attack on U.S. consulate in Benghazi.

Netanyahu and Gantz Attend Combat Drill

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu watched a drill of the IDF's Golani Brigade. "All of Israel supports you," he told the soldiers.

Lapid Predicts 22 Seats for His Party

Yair Lapid predicts his Yesh Atid party will receive 22 seats in the next election, says Israel needs and wants change.

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.