Elad Benari

Fayyad: We've Never Been More Marginalized

PA PM Salam Fayyad says "the Palestinian cause" has never been more marginalized, attacks Israel for building in Judea and Samaria.

Syria's Foreign Minister Blames Israel for Unrest

Syria’s Foreign Minister and his Iranian counterpart accuse Israel of plotting to overthrow the regime of Syrian President Assad.

Egyptian Businessmen Present: 'Sharia Tourism'

In what appears to be another expression of the strengthening of Islam in Egypt, a new initiative encourages “sharia tourism.”

Shas to Oppose Netanyahu's New Economic Measures

Shas chairman Eli Yishai says his party's ministers will oppose the economic measures to be presented for approval on Monday.

Romney-Peres Meeting Centers on Iran

Iran’s controversial nuclear program at the center of a meeting between Mitt Romney and President Shimon Peres.

Syrian Army Declares Victory in Damascus

Government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad declares victory in Damascus and pounds rebels in Aleppo.

Rabbi Gold Strengthens Participants of March

Educator and author Rabbi Shalom Gold encourages participants in Tisha B'Av march to fight for the Temple Mount.

Slovakia's Jews Call to Extradite Nazi

Slovakia's Jewish community calls for Laszlo Csatary, who was detained in Hungary, to stand trial on Slovak soil.

Woman Lightly Injured in Sabbath Rocket Attack

An Israeli woman suffered physical injuries after terrorists fired four rockets on the city of Sderot during Shabbat.

'May Nasrallah Never See the Light of Day'

Karnit Goldwasser, widow of Ehud who was kidnapped and murdered by Hizbullah terrorists, attacks the terror group.

Identity of Bulgaria Terrorist Remains a Mystery

The identity of the terrorist who blew himself up near a bus carrying Israeli tourists in Bulgaria remains a mystery.

Hizbullah Places Itself at Assad's Disposal

The Hizbullah terror group affirms its allegiance to Syria, offers to place itself at President Bashar Assad’s disposal.

NYC Councilman Halloran Stresses Support for Yesha

NYC Councilman Dan Halloran, who is running for Congress, meets representatives from the World Committee for the Land of Israel.

Defected Syria General Meets Turkey's FM

Brigadier General Manaf Tlas, one of the most senior defectors from Assad's rule, says he will try to help unite Syria's opposition.

Morsi Meets Haniyeh, Won't Promise to Open Border

Gaza’s Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh meets Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi. Visit signals a shift in Cairo's stance toward Hamas.

Panetta to Visit Egypt and Israel Next Week

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta will meet Egypt's new President Mohammed Morsi and also stop for a visit in Israel.

U.S. Concerned Over Impending Aleppo Massacre

U.S. says it is concerned that Assad's forces are planning a massacre in Aleppo, but rules out military intervention in the conflict.

Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Agree on Israeli F-35s

Pentagon, Lockheed Martin agree to enhance electronic warfare equipment on the F-35 jet and integrate Israeli-unique systems.

MK Zoabi: Israeli Occupation Caused Terror Attack

MK Hanin Zoabi: Israel trying to hide the murders of Arabs it committed; Bulgaria attack because of the "occupation."

In Response to BBC: Olympic Team Salutes Jerusalem

Israel’s Olympic team responds to the BBC’s assertion that Jerusalem is not Israel’s capital in a special video.

Munich Widows Call for Silent Protest

Widows of the athletes who were murdered in Munich call on the audience to stand when IOC head is invited to speak at the opening ceremony.

World Bank Says PA Economy Unsustainable

New World Bank report says the economic growth in the PA is unsustainable and cannot support a future state.

Al-Qaeda Claims Egypt Pipeline Attacks

A branch of the Al-Qaeda terror group based in Sinai claims responsibility for the repeated attacks on the pipeline carrying gas to Israel.

Steinitz Raises Tax on Cigarettes and Alcohol

A day after announcing a VAT increase, Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz signs an order to raise the tax on cigarettes and alcohol.

Iran Says Israel is Behind Bulgaria Terror Attack

Iran's UN envoy accuses Israel of carrying out last week’s suicide bomb attack on a bus in Bulgaria.

Young European Rabbis Create Internet Forum

The founding conference of the Forum for Young Rabbis in Europe concludes with rabbis agreeing to hold internet conferences once a month.

Barak: We'll Have to Make Decisions on Iran

Defense Minister Ehud Barak: Nuclear Iran would lead to a nuclear arms race throughout the Middle East.

Women in Green to Hold Annual Tisha B'Av Walk

Women in Green organization will hold its 18th annual Tisha B’Av walk around the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem on Saturday night.

Iran Denies Athletes Will Compete Against Israelis

Iranian media disputes reports that Iranian athletes will not boycott competitions against Israelis at the London Olympics.

Misezhnikov Holds Ceremony at Site of Attack

Tourism Minister Stas Misezhnikov held an official ceremony at the site of the terrorist attack in Burgas last week.

Netanyahu's Economic Measures Raise Critics' Ire

Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized following decision to raise VAT, cut budgets for government ministries.

Shomron Regional Council 'Honors' Leading Leftists

Shomron Regional Council lauds leftists for helping to legalize communities - by court petitions meant to destroy them.

Defected Syrian General: Denounce Assad's Crimes

Defected Syrian brigadier general Manaf Tlas calls on the Syrian military to denounce the crimes committed by Assad's forces.

Egypt's Morsi Appoints Youngest PM Since Nasser

Egypt’s President Mohammed Morsi appoints Hisham Kandil as prime minister as critics question his experience.

Arab MK Sarsour Meets Senior Member of Hamas

Arab MK Ibrahim Sarsour met Hamas member Aziz Duwaik to congratulate him on his release from an Israeli prison.

PM: We Want to Restore Relations with Turkey

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets Turkish journalists, says Turkey and Israel are looking for ways to normalize relations.

Egyptian Company Won't Repair Blown Up Pipeline

Officials at Egyptian natural gas company have no plans to repair the gas pipeline to Israel which was bombed for the 15th time.

Obama Aide: Expect Him to Visit Israel

Americans can “expect” President Barack Obama to visit Israel during his second term, an aide tells reporters.

Lieberman: We're Ready to Talk to Turkey

Lieberman tells Turkish journalists: Israel wants to solve disputes with Turkey, but will not apologize for the raid on the Mavi Marmara.

Hamas Prevents Arabs from Medical Treatment

Hamas punishes Gaza's citizens for its row with Fatah by refusing to allow them to receive medical treatment in Israel.