Elad Benari

Democrats: We Weren't Consulted on Netanyahu Visit

Harry Reid says he wasn't consulted about Netanyahu invite to Congress but will "listen to what he has to say".

Top Diplomats Speak Out Against Sanctions

A group of top European diplomats warn that imposing new sanctions on Iran at this time "would jeopardize our efforts".

Democrat Leader Invite to Netanyahu Inappropriate

Nancy Pelosi says John Boehner’s invitation for PM Netanyahu to address Congress is “inappropriate”.

Menendez: Iran is Stalling, Impose New Sanctions

Democratic Senator calls for new sanctions on Iran even after Obama promised to veto them in State of the Union.

Netanyahu Visit Coordinated with Ambassador

Politico reports John Boehner coordinated Netanyahu's invitation to address Congress directly with the Israeli ambassador.

Turkish PM: Israel Must 'Stop Killing Children'

Turkey’s Prime Minister says his country’s ties with Israel can be restored if Israel “stops killing children”.

Saga Around Hotovely and Dichter Continues

Likud court suggests that Netanyahu cancel the reserved #11 spot on the list, threatens to consider ordering a recount of all the ballots.

Mogherini Calls for 'Fresh Look' at Peace Talks

EU's foreign policy chief calls for new ways to revive the frozen peace talks between Israel and the PA, suggests the Quartet should expand.

Graham: PA Could Lose Aid if it Sues Israel at ICC

Republican senator Lindsey Graham calls PA's application to join the ICC "incredibly offensive".

Senators Unveil Toned Down Iran Sanctions Bill

Mark Kirk and Robert Menendez revise their Iran sanctions bill so that it gradually imposes sanctions if no deal reached by July 1.

Ya'alon: ICC Probe Hypocritical and Outrageous

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon says the ICC would be better off to investigate the PA's incitement and terrorism against Israel.

Liberman: 'No Chance' We'll Sit with Meretz

Foreign Minister throws cold water on Herzog's chances of forming a coalition.

Report: Hotovely Beat Dichter After All

A recount of several ballots has reportedly found that Tzipi Hotovely narrowly beat Avi Dichter for the 20th spot on the Likud list.

'UN Encouraging PA to Avoid Negotiations'

"The Palestinians have discovered that the UN is the gift that keeps on giving," Ambassador Ron Prosor tells Security Council.

Kahlon: The Likud Abandoned its Social Principles

Moshe Kahlon promises a "new path", says the upcoming elections are a choice" between the leaders who care and those who don't".

Senators Plan to Push Ahead with Iran Sanctions

Senator Bob Corker says lawmakers plan to press ahead with Iran sanctions package, despite Obama's objection to the idea.

Report: France Identifies Coulibaly's Accomplice

French authorities reportedly identify the accomplice of the terrorist who killed four people at Paris kosher supermarket.

Labor Members Give Yechimovich Top Spot

MK Shelly Yechimovich received the most votes in Labor primaries and will be placed in the #3 spot on the Labor-Hatnua Knesset list.

Half of Britain's Jews Fear Future in Europe

Almost half of British Jewish people fear they have no long-term future in Britain or Europe, finds new poll.

Carter: 'Palestinian Problem' Behind Paris Attacks

Former President Jimmy Carter suggests there was a link between the Paris terrorist attack and the conflict between Israelis and Arabs.

Abbas: We'll Go to the UN Again Very Soon

PA Chairman declares he plans to submit another UN Security Council resolution for statehood in the very near future.

Obama to Netanyahu: PA Isn't a State

President Obama speaks with PM Netanyahu, reaffirms that the United States opposes PA bid to join the International Criminal Court.

Shamir Expected to be the Next to Resign

Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir expected to announce his resignation from the Knesset upon returning from a trip to India.

PMO: France Didn't Want Netanyahu Coming to Paris

Official with the Prime Minister’s Office says France had reservations about Netanyahu coming to Paris, but did not provide a reason.

Gantz: The PA's Moves at the ICC Are Unnecessary

IDF Chief of Staff says the PA's request to join ICC is unnecessary, notes Israel conducts its own investigations when those are needed.

Republican Senator's Bill Would Halt Aid to PA

Republican Senator Rand Paul introduces a bill that would immediately halt aid to the PA until it drops its bid to join the ICC.

Livni: Bennett Dances on Blood of Innocent People

MK Tzipi Livni fires back at Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett after he mocked her policies and tied them to the terror attack in Paris.

Yesh Atid: Netanyahu a Weak and Failed PM

Yesh Atid fires back after Netanyahu blames Yair Lapid for the rise in housing prices.

Mitzna: Livni Behaved 'Like a Dictator'

MK Amram Mitzna says Tzipi Livni was never authorized by the rest of the party to negotiate with Labor.

France Warns PA: Don't Escalate the Crisis

France warns the PA against resubmitting its unilateral resolution to the UN.

Netanyahu: I Didn't Promise Bennett Anything

In an interview, PM Netanyahu denies offering Bennett the Defense Ministry, blames Olmert and Lapid for housing crisis.

Washington Reviewing Financial Aid to PA

The United States reviewing its annual $440-million aid package to the PA because of its effort to join the ICC, says State Department.

Left Fires Back at Netanyahu

“Israel's problem is not governance but rather the governor,” say Herzog and Livni after Netanyahu slams the left during a campaign rally.

Erekat Threatens: We'll Dismantle the PA

PA chief negotiator says the PA will not agree to the status quo, threatens the PA will dismantle itself and “hand the keys” back to Israel.

Abbas Plans to Resubmit Statehood Bid to UN

PA Chairman hoping new pro-PA Security Council members will pass resolution demanding an end to "the occupation".

'Use Frozen Money to Pay Off Electric Debt'

Energy and Water Minister Silvan Shalom says Israel should use the frozen PA tax money froze to pay off the PA’s enormous electric bill.

Lapid Slams Other Parties Over 'Corruption'

"We’ve had it with those who are corrupt and we are fed up with them stealing our country," says Yesh Atid chairman at party gathering.

Herzog, Livni: Turning to ICC Won't Achieve Goals

MKs Yitzhak Herzog and Tzipi Livni criticize the PA's decision to turn to the ICC, say Israel will protect its soldiers.

Trajtenberg Officially Joins Labor

Economics Professor who headed a special committee after 2011 social protests touted as Israel's next Finance Minister by Herzog and Livni.

Danon Concedes Defeat to Netanyahu

MK Danny Danon says PM Binyamin Netanyahu won the vote on the leadership for the Likud party, promises to work together with him.