Elad Benari

Haniyeh: Hamas Will Continue to Seek Unity

Senior Hamas member Ismail Haniyeh once again seeks to calm tensions with the rival Fatah movement.

Kahlon: Don't Listen to the Reporters

Kulanu chairman denies reports he gave up his demand to head Knesset's Finance Committee in favor of United Torah Judaism.

Rouhani, Kerry Say 'Progress' Made in Talks

Iran's President says progress has been made in nuclear talks but some differences remain, as March 31 deadline looms.

Khamenei Agrees with 'Death to America' Slogan

Iran's Supreme Leader rejects Obama's call to reach a nuclear agreement, says America is bullying Iran.

Aviv Geffen: You Can't Hurt an Idea

Rock musician Aviv Geffen responds to the assault on his father, author and songwriter Yehonatan Geffen.

Senators Agree to Delay Vote on Iran Legislation

Foreign Relations Committee's vote on law forcing Obama to submit Iran deal for Congress approval postponed to April 14.

American Lawmakers Write Another Letter on Iran

Bipartisan letter, signed by 360 lawmakers, will remind Obama that sanctions relief on Iran requires new legislation from Congress.

Two Days Later, Obama Phones Netanyahu

President Obama calls Netanyahu to congratulate him on his elections victory, but also reaffirms his commitment to the "two-state solution".

Arab League: Netanyahu was 'Electioneering'

Arab League chief Nabil al-Arabi claims Netanyahu's was "electioneering" when he ruled out a Palestinian state if re-elected.

UN Chief Links Palestinian State and Democracy

UN chief says Israel should negotiate for a Palestinian state, claims this is the "only way for Israel to remain a democratic state".

France Calls for Talks Based on Two-State Solution

Responding to Netanyahu's election victory, French Foreign Minister Fabius calls for resumption of peace talks.

India's PM Congratulates Netanyahu in Hebrew

India’s Narendra Modi takes to Twitter to congratulate Binyamin Netanyahu for his victory in the elections in both Hebrew and English.

Likud Victorious with 30 Seats

Binyamin Netanyahu heading towards a greater victory than predicted by exit polls, with 30 seats. "Zionist Union" has 24.

Erekat Vows to Intensify Efforts Against Israel

PA chief negotiator says the results of the elections means PA will continue to pursue Israel at ICC.

Liberman: We Survived a 'Targeted Assassination'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says "forces within and outside the political system" tried to eliminate his party.

Netanyahu: This is a Great Victory

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses Likud members after exit polls show he will head the government for a fourth time.

Senators May Vote Next Week on Iran Legislation

Senate Foreign Relations Committee may act as soon as next week on a bill allowing Congress to approve or reject Iran deal.

U.S. Brushes Off Comment on Palestinian State

"Many things are said before elections" is State Department's response to Netanyahu's comments about a Palestinian state.

U.S. Denies Blair Being Pushed Out of Quartet

State Department spokeswoman says reports that former British PM is leaving Quartet are "incorrect".

Iran: Deal Possible if Americans Ignore 'Zionists'

Iran's Vice President claims the Americans are influenced by the "Zionist lobbies", thus preventing a nuclear deal.

Hamas Leader on Iran: They Can Liberate Palestine

Hamas leader Mahmoud Al-Zahar defends his group's relations with Iran, says Tehran believes "in our ideology".

Report: Blair to Step Back as Quartet's Envoy

Former British PM reportedly has recognized that a frontline role in the Quartet is no longer tenable.

Hamas Accuses PA of Causing Violence in Gaza

Hamas’s interior ministry claims PA security forces are behind a wave of violence in Gaza.

McCain Stands Behind Republican Letter to Iran

Senator John McCain says Republicans stand behind a letter to Iran's leaders despite an outpouring of criticism.

Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Egypt

Secretary of State to meet PA chairman and Jordan's King to discuss the PA's economic crisis.

World Powers Considering Lifting Iran Sanctions?

Major world powers have quietly begun talks on a UN resolution to lift sanctions on Iran if a nuclear agreement is struck.

Kerry: Senators Can't Change Iran Agreement

Secretary of State claims lawmakers won't be able to change the terms of nuclear agreement with Iran because it won't be legally binding.

Petition: Charge Senators Who Wrote Iran

Petition to White House calls for charges of treason against 47 senators who warned Iran against a nuclear deal with Obama.

Clinton Blasts Republicans Who Wrote to Iran

Former Secretary of State wonders if Republicans who warned Iran against a deal were trying to help Tehran.

Netanyahu: A Likud Victory is Not Guaranteed

As Labor opens a lead over Likud in polls, PM Netanyahu encourages voters to vote Likud in order to give it many seats.

Tibi: Liberman is a 'Jewish ISIS'

Arab MK fires back at Foreign Minister who advocated “cutting of the heads” of Arabs who were not loyal to Israel.

Turkey: Mossad Betrayer Withdraws from Elections

Hakan Fidan, the head of Turkish intelligence who exposed a Mossad network, withdraws candidacy for elections.

Sisi Appeals for More Aid from the United States

Egypt's President appeals to the United States to play a greater role in helping his country fight terrorism.

Diskin: Likud Turned Dagan into Ungrateful Leftist

Former Shin Bet chief blasts PM Netanyahu and the Likud for their reactions to Meir Dagan's comments at leftist rally.

Obama Blasts Republicans Over Letter to Iran

President Barack Obama criticizes letter warning Iran's leaders that any nuclear agreement will not be valid after 2016.

Arabs to Propose Resolution to 'End Occupation'

Arab League to propose new resolution calling for end to “Israel's occupation” and plans to later bring it before the UN.

Egypt to Reopen Rafah Crossing for Two Days

Egypt to reopen border crossing with Gaza on Monday and Tuesday to allow humanitarian cases to cross.

Giuliani Attacks Obama's Actions on Iran

Former New York City mayor says Washington must take a stronger stance against Iran.

Zarif: We Might Accept a 10-Year Freeze

Iran's foreign minister suggests a 10-year moratorium on some aspects of his country's nuclear program might be acceptable to Tehran.

PLO to End Security Cooperation with Israel

PLO decides to end security cooperation with Israel because it is withholding the PA's tax revenues.