Elad Benari

Elad Benari

News writer based in North America

Elad was born in Haifa, Israel, and currently resides in Canada.

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UN rapporteur Albanese:

UN rapporteur Albanese decries US sanctions as a 'violation' of immunity

Anti-Israel UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese claims US sanctions are a "violation" of her immunity, stemming from her "genocide" accusations against Israel.

UN rapporteur Albanese decries US sanctions as a 'violation' of immunity

ICC rejects Israel's bid to annul Netanyahu, Gallant arrest warrants

The ICC rejects Israel's request to withdraw arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, and to suspend its Gaza probe, insists the warrants stand.

ICC rejects Israel's bid to annul Netanyahu, Gallant arrest warrants

Danon blasts Guterres:

Danon blasts Guterres: UN silent on Syria massacre, targets Israel

UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns Israeli airstrikes in Syria, ignoring the Syrian military's massacre of the Druze. Israeli Ambassador Danon fires back and accuses Guterres of "moral bankruptcy".

Danon blasts Guterres: UN silent on Syria massacre, targets Israel

Hochul to Mamdani:

Hochul to mayoral hopeful Mamdani: Mend ties with Jewish community

New York Governor Kathy Hochul says she urged NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to reconcile with the Jewish community, citing "hurtful" remarks and anti-Israel bias.

Hochul to mayoral hopeful Mamdani: Mend ties with Jewish community

Trump:

Trump: We have good news on Gaza

Trump announces "good news on Gaza" at a White House ceremony, thanking envoy Steve Witkoff. His comments follow an optimistic senior source's statement that an Israel-Hamas hostage deal is "within reach," despite the difficulty of negotiations.

Trump: We have good news on Gaza

UN official Francesca Albanese urges global action against Israel

At a conference in Colombia, notorious anti-Israel UN special rapporteur calls on nations to suspend all ties with Israel, claiming its economy "is structured to sustain the occupation".

UN official Francesca Albanese urges global action against Israel

Trump:

Trump: I'm in no rush to talk to Iran

US President Trump states he is "in no rush" to talk to Iran, despite their desire for discussions.

Trump: I'm in no rush to talk to Iran

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

The EU is moving to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran with an August 29 deadline for nuclear progress. This action could trigger a full "snapback" of sanctions by October 15.

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

Sanders praises Knesset failure to oust Ayman Odeh

Bernie Sanders praises the Knesset's failure to expel Joint List’s MK Ayman Odeh, claims Israel can't be a democracy if it expels members for their political views.

Sanders praises Knesset failure to oust Ayman Odeh

Poland:

Polish prosecutor launches probe into lawmaker over Holocaust denial

Polish prosecutor officially launches a criminal investigation into far-right lawmaker Grzegorz Braun over his public denial of Nazi crimes at Auschwitz.

Polish prosecutor launches probe into lawmaker over Holocaust denial

EU:

EU sees 'good signs' on Gaza aid, seeks more improvement

The EU's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, says aid to Gaza is showing "good signs" but more is needed.

EU sees 'good signs' on Gaza aid, seeks more improvement

Iran: No new date for US nuclear negotiations

Iran delays nuclear talks with the US following Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Foreign Ministry spokesman says "no specific date, time or location has been determined" for a meeting.

Iran: No new date for US nuclear negotiations

'No red lines'

Anti-Israel rapporteur decries US sanctions: No red lines

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, known for anti-Israel bias, labels new US sanctions "scary" and a "dangerous" precedent.

Anti-Israel rapporteur decries US sanctions: No red lines

'Try to stay cool!'

Iran's FM slams Israel, Sa'ar fires back: Try to stay cool!

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar mocks Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on X after Araghchi belittled Israel's military.

Iran's FM slams Israel, Sa'ar fires back: Try to stay cool!

Trump on Gaza:

Trump on Gaza: I am hopeful we will sort it out in the coming week

US President Trump says he is optimistic about a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal this week, amid reports that talks have stalled.

Trump on Gaza: I am hopeful we will sort it out in the coming week

Envoy warns:

Envoy warns: Antisemitism at 'tipping point' for Australian Jewry

Jewish Australians report feeling "very unsafe" amidst a 300% surge in antisemitic incidents since October 7, 2023, Australia's antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal warns.

Envoy warns: Antisemitism at 'tipping point' for Australian Jewry

Macron calls for joint UK-France recognition of 'Palestine'

French President Emmanuel Macron urges the UK to join France in recognizing a Palestinian state, deeming it essential for regional peace.

Macron calls for joint UK-France recognition of 'Palestine'

Campus antisemitism:

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil seeks $20m from Trump admin

Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil is suing the Trump administration for $20 million, alleging retaliatory detention for over 100 days due to his role in campus demonstrations against Israel's war in Gaza.

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil seeks $20m from Trump admin

Trump vs. Harvard:

Trump admin escalates Harvard battle, threatens subpoenas and accreditation loss

Trump administration intensifying its dispute with Harvard University, with the Department of Homeland Security set to issue subpoenas over alleged foreign student misconduct.

Trump admin escalates Harvard battle, threatens subpoenas and accreditation loss

Graham backs Israel:

Graham backs Israel: Hamas must be fully removed from Gaza

Senator Lindsey Graham meets with PM Netanyahu to discuss regional security, stresses the importance of keeping Iran weakened and fully removing Hamas from Gaza for peace.

Graham backs Israel: Hamas must be fully removed from Gaza

Pro-Israel professor Shai Davidai exits Columbia University

Israeli-born Columbia University professor Shai Davidai, who ripped the school's failure to address campus antisemitism, is leaving his post, effective July 8, 2025.

Pro-Israel professor Shai Davidai exits Columbia University

WJC demands action on surging antisemitism in Australia

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder strongly condemns recent antisemitic acts in Melbourne, urges the Australian government to take concrete action to safeguard its Jewish community.

WJC demands action on surging antisemitism in Australia

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson firmly denies a US claim of a meeting request, contradicting President Trump's assertion of scheduled talks.

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

UK warns Iran:

UK warns Iran: 'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy warns Iran of "dramatic sanctions" if it doesn't clarify its nuclear program and allow UN inspectors.

UK warns Iran: 'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

After synagogue arson

Australian state of Victoria forms anti-hate task force after synagogue arson

Victoria establishes an anti-hate task force after a synagogue arson and attack on an Israeli restaurant in Melbourne. Premier Allan condemns antisemitism.

Australian state of Victoria forms anti-hate task force after synagogue arson

Barnard College reaches settlement in antisemitism lawsuit

Barnard College settles a lawsuit brought by Jewish students over alleged rising antisemitism. The agreement includes a campus-wide mask ban, disengagement from the Columbia University Apartheid Divest group, and the creation of a Title VI coordinator to oversee anti-discrimination compliance.

Barnard College reaches settlement in antisemitism lawsuit

'A shameful day'

Sanders slams Netanyahu's White House visit: A shameful day

Senator Bernie Sanders labels Prime Minister Netanyahu's White House visit a "shameful day in America," citing ICC arrest warrant against him: Both Trump and Biden aided and abetted the extremist Netanyahu government.

Sanders slams Netanyahu's White House visit: A shameful day

Report:

Report: Columbia, Trump admin close to funding deal amid antisemitism row

The Wall Street Journal reports that Columbia University and the Trump administration are in advanced talks to restore federal funding, previously cut due to alleged antisemitism. Columbia seeks to regain funding while maintaining autonomy.

Report: Columbia, Trump admin close to funding deal amid antisemitism row

Hezbollah vows no surrender as US Envoy heads to Beirut

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declares the group will not disarm or surrender despite Israeli threats and international pressure, ahead of a US envoy's visit to Beirut.

Hezbollah vows no surrender as US Envoy heads to Beirut

Trump:

Trump: 'Good chance' for deal with Hamas this week

President Trump anticipates a "good chance" of a deal with Hamas this week to release remaining hostages. He also plans to discuss a "permanent deal" with Iran with PM Netanyahu.

Trump: 'Good chance' for deal with Hamas this week

After intense debate

No vote on Israel’s Eurovision status after intense EBU debate

A European Broadcasting Union meeting in London ends without a vote on expelling Israel from Eurovision, granting the country a temporary reprieve.

No vote on Israel’s Eurovision status after intense EBU debate

France:

France: Iran sanctions hinge on release of detainees charged with spying for Israel

France warns it may reimpose sanctions on Iran if two detained French nationals are not released. The pair are charged with spying for Israel’s Mossad, allegations Paris rejects.

France: Iran sanctions hinge on release of detainees charged with spying for Israel

After anti-IDF chant

BBC bans 'high risk' live shows after anti-IDF chant sparks outrage

The BBC announces it will no longer stream "high risk" music acts live after punk-rap duo Bob Vylan chanted “death to the IDF” during a live broadcast from Glastonbury.

BBC bans 'high risk' live shows after anti-IDF chant sparks outrage

Trump:

Trump: I want to see the people of Gaza safe

Trump speaks to reporters amid speculation that a hostage release deal is close: I want to see the people of Gaza safe, they have been through hell.

Trump: I want to see the people of Gaza safe

Columbia acting President apologizes for anti-Israel texts targeting Jewish trustee

Columbia University's interim president Claire Shipman apologizes privately after leaked texts show her targeting a Jewish trustee for pro-Israel views and calling for an Arab board member.

Columbia acting President apologizes for anti-Israel texts targeting Jewish trustee

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Iran officially suspends cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a move the US calls "unacceptable." This follows a 12-day conflict with Israel and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Miss Indonesia hopeful disqualified over pro-Israel video

Merince Kogoya, a Miss Indonesia 2025 contestant, disqualified after a two-year-old video of her expressing support for Israel goes viral.

Miss Indonesia hopeful disqualified over pro-Israel video

After 'Death to IDF' chant

German venue nixes Bob Vylan after 'Death to IDF' chant

German music venue cancels a Bob Vylan performance after the rap duo's frontman led an anti-Israel chant at Glastonbury, sparking widespread condemnation.

German venue nixes Bob Vylan after 'Death to IDF' chant

Australian nurses who threatened Israelis hit with nationwide ban

Two Australian nurses, Ahmad Rashad Nadir and Sarah Abu Lebdeh, who stated they would refuse to treat Israelis, banned for two years from Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and its participants.

Australian nurses who threatened Israelis hit with nationwide ban

Houthis claim missile attack targeted Ben Gurion Airport

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claims the group fired a "Palestine 2" ballistic missile towards Ben Gurion Airport on Tuesday evening. The IDF confirmed the missile was intercepted with no injuries.

Houthis claim missile attack targeted Ben Gurion Airport