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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Princeton President:

Princeton President confirms funding cut: We are committed to fighting antisemitism

Princeton University confirms that the Trump administration has halted dozens of federal research grants, citing concerns over antisemitism. President Christopher Eisgruber stresses Princeton’s commitment to combating discrimination.

Princeton President confirms funding cut: We are committed to fighting antisemitism

Israeli NBA star shines in March, earns second Player of the Month nomination

Israeli forward Deni Avdija nominated for Western Conference Player of the Month in March after averaging 23.4 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists. Despite the standout performances, he finished behind MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the award.

Israeli NBA star shines in March, earns second Player of the Month nomination

Amid rising tensions with Iran

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups amid rising tensions with Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders deployment of additional warplanes in the Middle East as tensions with Iran and the Houthis escalate.

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups amid rising tensions with Iran

US lawmakers to UNHRC:

US lawmakers demand UN reject reappointment of Francesca Albanese

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast and fellow lawmakers urge UNHRC President Jürg Lauber to reject Francesca Albanese’s reappointment, citing her inflammatory comments on Israel and alleged violations of the UN code of conduct.

US lawmakers demand UN reject reappointment of Francesca Albanese

Iran complains to UN:

Iran complains to UN: Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

Iran complains to UN: Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent

Khamenei's advisor:

Khamenei's advisor: If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, warns that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if attacked by the US or Israel, despite a religious edict banning them.

Khamenei's advisor: If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons

Trump warns:

Trump warns: Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

US President says he would consider imposing secondary tariffs on Iran should the Islamic Republic fail to agree to a deal on its nuclear program. "I can't imagine them doing anything else but making a deal. The alternative is not going to be pretty, and I do not prefer that."

Trump warns: Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

Iran warns US:

Iran warns US: Our missiles are poised for launch

After Trump threatens Iran with "bombings" if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal, state-controlled Iranian newspaper Tehran Times posts on X that Iran's missiles are loaded onto launchers and are ready for launch.

Iran warns US: Our missiles are poised for launch

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks via Oman

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks via Oman

Ambassador Danon: Stefanik a ‘true ally’ of Israel

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN comments on White House’s decision to withdraw the nomination of Elise Stefanik as US Ambassador to the UN: "I am confident that she will continue to stand by our side".

Ambassador Danon: Stefanik a ‘true ally’ of Israel

Sanders moves to block $8.8 billion in US arms sales to Israel

Senator Bernie Sanders accuses Prime Minister Netanyahu of violating US and international law by suspending entry of aid to Gaza. Previous efforts by Sanders to block arms sales to Israel failed

Sanders moves to block $8.8 billion in US arms sales to Israel

Sa’ar:

Sa’ar: Israel won’t wait forever on hostage deal with Hamas

Foreign Minister reiterates that Israel remains committed to negotiating a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, but it will not wait forever: “Israel will no longer tolerate the ongoing threat to its security and civilians from Gaza."

Sa’ar: Israel won’t wait forever on hostage deal with Hamas

Kim Jong Un oversees AI-powered suicide drone tests

North Korean leader personally oversees tests of suicide drones equipped with artificial intelligence technology.

Kim Jong Un oversees AI-powered suicide drone tests

Trump:

Trump: Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes

US President says the Houthi rebels in Yemen want peace because "they're getting the hell knocked out of them", but also stresses US strikes on them are going to continue for a long time.

Trump: Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes

Robert Levinson disappearance

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers over Robert Levinson disappearance

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of former FBI Special Agent Robert Levinson, who is believed to have died while in Iranian custody.

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers over Robert Levinson disappearance

Amid renewed fighting

UAE President discusses Gaza ceasefire with Trump amid renewed fighting

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speaks to Trump, stresses importance of making humanitarian aid available to Gaza’s residents.

UAE President discusses Gaza ceasefire with Trump amid renewed fighting

No direct negotiations

Iran open to indirect talks with US, rejects direct negotiations under pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says door is open for indirect negotiations with the US, but stresses "there is no chance for direct talks until there is a change in the other side's approach."

Iran open to indirect talks with US, rejects direct negotiations under pressure

Trump:

Trump: More nations seek to join the Abraham Accords

Trump says increasing numbers of countries are looking to join the Abraham Accords. Vance: The Biden administration did absolutely nothing with the Abraham Accords, purely out of political spite.

Trump: More nations seek to join the Abraham Accords

US National Security Adviser:

US National Security Adviser: Iran has to give up its nuclear program

White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the Trump administration seeks the "full dismantlement" of Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

US National Security Adviser: Iran has to give up its nuclear program

Witkoff:

Witkoff admits he may have been ‘duped’ by Hamas in ceasefire talks

US special envoy Steve Witkoff reaffirms America’s commitment to Israel: We need to be clear who the aggressor is here, and that is Hamas.

Witkoff admits he may have been ‘duped’ by Hamas in ceasefire talks

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

In call with Netanyahu

Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel in call with Netanyahu

State Department says Secretary of State Marco Rubio conveyed to Netanyahu the Administration’s determination to restore freedom of navigation in the Red Sea through operations against the Houthis.

Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel in call with Netanyahu

Iran:

Iran: We're carefully assessing Trump's letter

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

Iran: We're carefully assessing Trump's letter

BBC apologizes to Israeli Embassy after seeking military voices critical of Netanyahu

BBC apologizes to Israeli Embassy in London after making a clear request to interview Israeli military personnel who are “critical of Netanyahu”, says the request was a "serious mistake".

BBC apologizes to Israeli Embassy after seeking military voices critical of Netanyahu

Mike Waltz:

Mike Waltz: Hamas to blame for renewed conflict, Israel has the right to defend

Trump’s National Security Advisor expresses support for Israel’s renewed military campaign against Hamas: The ceasefire would have been extended if Hamas released all remaining hostages.

Mike Waltz: Hamas to blame for renewed conflict, Israel has the right to defend

Ben & Jerry’s accuses Unilever of ousting CEO over social mission

Ben & Jerry’s alleges that its parent company removed the ice cream maker’s chief executive, Dave Stever, due to his commitment to the company’s social mission.

Ben & Jerry’s accuses Unilever of ousting CEO over social mission

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince condemn Israeli strikes in Gaza, call for ceasefire

French President says he spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and they condemned the resumption of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince condemn Israeli strikes in Gaza, call for ceasefire

Discussion on Gaza

Turkish Foreign Minister holds call with Hamas official on Gaza situation

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discusses situation in Gaza in phone call with Khalil al-Hayya, one of the leaders of the Hamas terrorist organization.

Turkish Foreign Minister holds call with Hamas official on Gaza situation

CENTCOM releases new footage of strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

Houthis claim they launched an attack on an American aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, their fourth time firing on US warships in 72 hours.

CENTCOM releases new footage of strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

Following Gaza strikes

Erdogan blasts Israel as 'terror state' following Gaza strikes

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan claims Israel "feeds on the blood of the innocent" after Israel strikes Hamas terror targets in Gaza.

Erdogan blasts Israel as 'terror state' following Gaza strikes

US:

US: Hamas solely responsible for Gaza hostilities

Speaking at UN Security Council, Acting US Ambassador to the United Nations Dorothy Shea stresses that the US supports Israel in its actions against Hamas.

US: Hamas solely responsible for Gaza hostilities

Israel fires back at UN chief:

Israel fires back at UN chief: We are outraged you’re Secretary-General

Israel’s Foreign Ministry fires back at UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres who condemned Israel's latest strikes in the Gaza Strip: We are outraged by your moral bankruptcy.

Israel fires back at UN chief: We are outraged you’re Secretary-General

UN chief ‘outraged’ by Israeli strikes, calls for ceasefire

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres continues his criticism of Israel, after it launched strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza: I strongly appeal for the ceasefire to be respected.

UN chief ‘outraged’ by Israeli strikes, calls for ceasefire

Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says Tehran remains "committed" to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog

Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats

Iran writes to UN Security Council, condemns statements from Trump who said Iran will be held accountable for any attacks by the Houthis.

Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats

Eli Sharabi to share captivity story at UN Security Council

Recently release hostage Eli Sharabi to address the United Nations Security Council later this week, recount the harrowing details of his months in captivity under Hamas.

Eli Sharabi to share captivity story at UN Security Council

US strikes on Houthis:

Iran threatens 'decisive' response following US strikes on Houthis

IRGC commander Hossein Salami issues warning to the US following its strikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels: Iran will not wage war, but if anyone threatens, it will give appropriate, decisive and conclusive responses.

Iran threatens 'decisive' response following US strikes on Houthis

Iran summons UK, French, German envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Iran summons diplomats from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to protest UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program, which Iran says is "provocative and political".

Iran summons UK, French, German envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Despite ICC arrest warrant

Hungary plans to host Netanyahu despite ICC arrest warrant

Hungarian officials confirm Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit Hungary in the coming weeks, despite ICC arrest warrant related to the ongoing war in Gaza.

Hungary plans to host Netanyahu despite ICC arrest warrant

Columbia University expels, suspends students over last year’s anti-Israel protests

Columbia University announces disciplinary measures against students involved in last spring’s takeover of a campus building during an anti-Israel protest.

Columbia University expels, suspends students over last year’s anti-Israel protests