Elad Benari

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.

Report: Government to Approve Recognizing Ariel

Approval is expected when the government votes on a decision to recognize the Ariel University Center as a full-fledged university.

Obama: You Have a Choice Between 2 Different Paths

President Barack Obama accepts the Democratic Party nomination for president, outlines plan for the next four years.

Christian Leader to Ask Pope: Recognize Palestine

The Melkite Greek Catholic Church leader will ask the pope to recognize the Palestinian state when he visits Lebanon.

Kerry: I Believe Netanyahu Over Romney

Senator John Kerry defends Obama's foreign policy, says Romney is lying when he says Obama won't stand by Israel.

Ahmadinejad Personally Ordered Officers to Syria

Western intelligence officials say the Iranian President personally sanctioned the dispatch of experienced officers to Syria.

Democrats' Omission of Jerusalem 'Not Deliberate'

Top Democratic official says that decision to ditch platform naming Jerusalem as Israel's capital was not deliberate. Boo-ers disagree.

Barak Looking at Closing Border During Alerts

Barak looking at the possibility of a law which would allow security officials to close Israel’s border with the Sinai Peninsula.

West Suspects Assad Dispersed Chemical Weapons

West suspects Assad's government has dispersed chemical weapons across 20 sites across the country.

Barak: U.S. Ready to Face Iran on Every Level

The United States is ready to "face the challenge on every level" concerning Iran, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Report: Obama, Netanyahu to Meet After Yom Kippur

Reports say PM Netanyahu and President Obama will meet the day after Yom Kippur. They will discuss the Iranian issue.

'Arab Spring' Hits PA, Hundreds Protest in Shechem

Hundreds of protesters gather in the main square in Shechem, calling for the ouster of PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad.

Prosor: Assad is Living on Borrowed Time

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations accuses Iran of actively assisting Assad in murdering his own people.

Democratic Change Ordered by Obama Himself

Obama ordered his party to reinsert recognition of Jerusalem to the party platform, but they were not too pleased with the idea.

Morsi to Assad: Time to Step Down

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi: "I tell the Syrian regime: there is still a chance to end the bloodshed."

Barak, Gantz: IDF Can Deal with Any Threat

Defense Minister Ehud Barak and IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz speak to naval graduates, say IDF is prepared to deal with any threat.

Democrats Bring Back 'Jerusalem' and 'G-d'

After facing sharp criticism, the Democrats bring back to their platform language which recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital.