Elad Benari

Republicans Blast Obama Over 'Chickens**t'

"There is no excuse for Obama Administration officials to insult the Prime Minister of Israel," say senators McCain and Graham.

Rice: Ties With Israel Stronger than Ever

Obama's National Security Advisor insists ties between Israel and U.S. are stronger than ever amid tensions over "chickens**t" comments.

Bennett: Obama 'Throwing Israel Under the Bus'

Jewish Home chairman condemns remarks on Netanyahu attributed to officials in Washington, calls for U.S. to renounce them.

Official: Netanyahu is Chickens**t'

As tensions over construction continue, journalist Jeffrey Goldberg quotes U.S. officials who launched a verbal tirade against PM Netanyahu.

Erekat: Construction Punishable Under Int'l Law

Palestinian Authority officials condemn Israel's decision to build in Jerusalem, call on international community to take action.

Ya'alon: Conflict Nothing to Do with Instability

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon says there is no linkage between the Israeli-Arab conflict and all the other problems in the Middle East.

Head of 'Berlin Protest' to Return to Israel

In a surprising move, the leader of the “Berlin Protest” announces he is shutting down his Facebook page and returning to Israel.

Mashaal: Deif is Alive - but We Won't Show Proof

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal claims the group has proof that "military leader" Mohammed Deif is alive.

Erekat: If UN Bid Fails, We'll Join Statutes

PA chief negotiator threatens to apply for membership to 522 international organizations and statutes.

Netanyahu: Compromise or Else...

PM Netanyahu to warn the heads of the parties in his coalition that unless they find ways to compromise, new elections will be held.

Khamenei: U.S., Zionism and British Created ISIS

Iran's Supreme Leader accuses United States, Israel and British government of being behind the Islamic State.

British Parliament Votes to Recognize 'Palestine'

British lawmakers vote overwhelmingly in favor of a non-binding motion recognizing the "state of Palestine".

UN Chief: 'Occupation' to Blame for Gaza War

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Gaza hostilities were caused by a "restrictive occupation that has lasted almost half a century".

Zoabi Appeals to High Court Over Ban

MK Hanin Zoabi asks High Court to issue an injunction against the Ethics Committee’s decision to bar her from Knesset committees and plenum.

Herzog Blasts Netanyahu Over Spat with Washington

Opposition leader has sharp criticism for Netanyahu after White House spokesman blasts PM for critcizing American values.

U.S. to Netanyahu: We Have the Facts

State Department spokeswoman dismisses Netanyahu's statement that Washington didn't have the facts when it condemned Jerusalem construction.

PLO: Netanyahu's Speech Full of Hate Language

Senior PLO official Hanan Ashrawi claims Israeli PM's speech at the UN "blatantly manipulated" the facts.

Abbas to Netanyahu: End the Occupation, Make Peace

PA Chairman says he will present a new timetable for peace talks with Israel when he addresses the UN.

Mashaal: Disarmament Isn't Open for Negotiations

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal rejects Israel's demand that Gaza be demilitarized, says weapons "are for fighting the occupying enemy."

PA Statement Equates IS with the 'Occupation'

In condemning IS over its terrorism, the PA's foreign ministry says that "occupation and settlements" are other names for terrorism.

Schabas: I Don't Hate Israel

“Even if Spiderman was heading the probe, [Israel] would’ve attacked him,” claims Professor William Schabas.

Herzog Assured U.S. Won't Back Down on Iran

Opposition leader meets White House officials who tell him that Washington will not compromise on Iran’s nuclear program.

Egypt: Israeli Delegation Expected in Cairo Soon

Egyptian officials expect the Israeli delegation to arrive in Cairo within a week to continue talks on a permanent Gaza truce.

Pop Star Lady Gaga Says 'Shalom', Angers Arabs

Famous American pop star angers Arab fans after she posts a video in which she greets her Israeli fans with "Shalom".

Egyptian Diplomat: No Date Yet for Ceasefire Talks

Egypt’s ambassador to the Palestinian Authority says Cairo is in contact with PA and Israel to determine a date for further talks.

Cameron: Latest IS Beheading Video is Despicable

British Prime condemns video showing the beheading of journalist Steve Sotloff.

EU, U.S. Condemn State Land Designation

European Union and State Department issue condemnations over Israel's decision to declare land in Gush Etzion as state land.

Turkey's PM: No Hope of Normalization with Israel

Turkey's new prime minister, Ahmet Davutoglu, pessimistic regarding his country normalizing ties with Israel.

Castro Claims Mossad is Behind the Islamic State

Former Cuban leader claims U.S. Senator McCain collaborated with the Mossad to create the Islamic State terrorist group.

Egypt: State Land Designation An Obstacle to Peace

Egypt says Israel’s plans to declare land in Gush Etzion as state land contradict international law.

Iran Optimistic About Nuclear Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voices optimism that a dispute over Tehran's nuclear program can be resolved by November 24.

UN Chief 'Alarmed' by State Land Designation

UN Secretary General fears Israel’s decision to declare 988 acres of land in Judea as state land will lead to "settlement activity".

Abbas Once Again Threatens Israel with ICC Action

PA Chairman declares that he will take Israel to the International Criminal Court unless it agrees to negotiate a Palestinian state.

Iran Warns of Unpleasant Response to Sanctions

Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran could take actions that are "unpleasant" after U.S. announces new sanctions.

U.S. Condemns 'Expropriation' in Gush Etzion

Washington says Israel's decision to assign land in Gush Etzion as state land is “counterproductive”.

Lapid Calls for Regional Summit On Gaza

Finance Minister calls to convene a regional summit with Middle Eastern leaders with the goal of rehabilitating and demilitarizing Gaza.

Hamas: Attempts to Disarm Us Are 'Worthless'

Hamas spokesman rejects a demilitarization of Gaza, calls to "disarm the occupation" instead.

Erdogan Shakes Israeli's Hand After Six Years

Turkey’s new president and former prime minister shakes the hand of the director of the Israeli embassy at a Victory Day event.

IS Executes Scores of Captured Syrian Soldiers

IS posts a video showing the execution of Syrian soldiers captured when the group seized an airbase in the province of Raqqa.

Iran Arming Terrorists in Judea and Samaria

Iranian military leaders boast of sending weapons to terrorists in Judea and Samaria to ensure “the annihilation of the Zionist regime.”