Elad Benari

Elad Benari

News writer based in North America

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

News by Elad Benari

Abbas Threatens to Pursue Israel Over Gaza

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas slams Israel, vows to make an effort to "stop the aggression on Gaza".

Abbas Threatens to Pursue Israel Over Gaza

Kerry, Aides Checked with Metal Detector in Cairo

Egyptian security officers checked Kerry and his aides as they arrived for a meeting with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.

Kerry, Aides Checked with Metal Detector in Cairo

Watch: Netanyahu Presents Ban with Hamas Rockets

During Ban Ki-moon’s visit to Israel, PM Netanyahu presented him with the rockets and operating methods of Hamas terrorists.

Watch: Netanyahu Presents Ban with Hamas Rockets

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Two more IDF soldiers killed in Gaza. A total of 27 officers and soldiers killed in Operation Protective Edge so far.

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Turkish Businesses Boycotting Israeli Products

Turkish businesses and local authorities are joining a campaign to boycott products from Israel due to its operation in Gaza.

Turkish Businesses Boycotting Israeli Products

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Over Be'er Sheva

Gaza terrorists fire another salvo of rockets towards Be’er Sheva.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Over Be'er Sheva

Unconfirmed Report: Ceasefire Coming on Tuesday

Lebanese-based television network says a ceasefire in Gaza is imminent. Report not confirmed in Israel.

Unconfirmed Report: Ceasefire Coming on Tuesday

Thousands Pay Respects to Fallen Lone Soldier

Thousands pay respects to fallen IDF soldier Nissim Sean Carmeli, after a call by Maccabi Haifa on fans to attend his funeral.

Thousands Pay Respects to Fallen Lone Soldier

Man Shot and Wounded in Shomron

25-year-old shot and seriously wounded at the Rechelim junction. Police investigating possible terrorist attack.

Man Shot and Wounded in Shomron

7 Rockets Fired Towards Be'er Sheva

Barrage of seven rockets from Gaza hits Be'er Sheva. Ashdod and Eshkol targeted as well.

7 Rockets Fired Towards Be'er Sheva

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy

Demonstrators near the Israeli embassy in Amman chant "Death to Israel" as they call for Hamas to step up rocket attacks.

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy

Berlin Imam Prays for the Annihilation of Jews

Imam in Berlin calls in a sermon for “the annihilation of Jews” who he says are “slayers of prophets.”

Berlin Imam Prays for the Annihilation of Jews

Britain Calls for Probe into Beating of Editor

Britain expresses hope that a proper probe will be made into an assault of a Sudanese newspaper editor who called for ties with Israel.

Britain Calls for Probe into Beating of Editor

Kerry to Visit Cairo to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet with senior officials from Egypt and other countries about bringing about a ceasefire in Gaza.

Kerry to Visit Cairo to Broker Gaza Ceasefire

Security Council to Hold Urgent Meeting on Gaza

United Nations Security Council to hold an emergency meeting that was requested by council member Jordan.

Security Council to Hold Urgent Meeting on Gaza

Names of 5 Killed Soldiers Released

The IDF has cleared for publication the names of five of the 13 officers and soldiers who were killed in an attack on an APC in Gaza.

Names of 5 Killed Soldiers Released

IDF Expands Gaza Ground Operation

Ground forces in large numbers join Operation Protective Edge, which is aimed at dismantling the terrorist infrastructure in Gaza.

IDF Expands Gaza Ground Operation

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Cadet Bar Rahav, 21, of Ramat Yishai, and Sergeant Benaya Ruval, 20, of Holon, killed in Gaza Saturday night.

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Mashaal: Israeli Operation Doomed to Fail

Hamas chief declares that Israel's ground operation in Gaza is destined to fail.

Mashaal: Israeli Operation Doomed to Fail

Egypt Blames Hamas for Escalation in Gaza

Egypt blames Hamas for the latest escalation in Gaza, but also denounces Israel's ground operation.

Egypt Blames Hamas for Escalation in Gaza

Iron Dome Intercepts 8 Rockets from Gaza

Hamas responds to Israel’s ground operation in Gaza by firing yet another salvo of rockets.

Iron Dome Intercepts 8 Rockets from Gaza

Hamas: You'll Pay for Ground Operation

Hamas says Israel will pay a "high price" for launching a ground assault on Gaza.

Hamas: You'll Pay for Ground Operation

Netanyahu: Hamas Rejected Egypt's Ceasefire

Prime Minister Netanyahu says ground operation in Gaza was ordered after Hamas rejected the ceasefire proposal.

Netanyahu: Hamas Rejected Egypt's Ceasefire

Rocket Fired from Syria Lands in Syrian Territory

Sirens sound on the Israeli side of the Golan Heights, but no rockets hit Israeli territory.

Rocket Fired from Syria Lands in Syrian Territory

Popular Singer Rihanna Tweets 'Free Palestine'

Popular pop star Rihanna posted a tweet in support of Palestinian Arabs, then deleted it and said the tweet was made by mistake.

Popular Singer Rihanna Tweets 'Free Palestine'

Obama: Israel Has a Right to Defend Itself

President Obama says Washington supports Israel’s right to defend itself, adds he is "heartbroken" by deaths of civilians in Gaza.

Obama: Israel Has a Right to Defend Itself

New Hamas Video Threatens IDF Soldiers

In its latest propaganda video, Hamas warns soldiers against a ground assault on Gaza.

New Hamas Video Threatens IDF Soldiers

After Rocket Salvo, Hamas Agrees to UN Ceasefire

Hamas agrees to temporary humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, but not before firing another salvo of rockets towards Israel.

After Rocket Salvo, Hamas Agrees to UN Ceasefire

Israeli Delegation to Visit Cairo

Shin Bet chief among members of an Israeli delegation that will visit Cairo to discuss Gaza ceasefire.

Israeli Delegation to Visit Cairo

Kerry: We're Working Hard to Achieve Ceasefire

Secretary of State says the United States is doing everything it can to end the rocket fire and Israeli airstrikes.

Kerry: We're Working Hard to Achieve Ceasefire

Poll: Most Israelis Object to Ceasefire

The majority of the Israeli public is against a ceasefire with Hamas, but is also pessimistic that rocket fire will stop.

Poll: Most Israelis Object to Ceasefire

Iran: Talks with Powers Will be Extended

Iran's foreign minister says six world powers are leaning towards extending nuclear talks beyond July 20 deadline.

Iran: Talks with Powers Will be Extended

Israeli Airstrike Hits Home of Senior Hamas Leader

Israel hits empty Gaza home of Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar and several other senior Hamas officials.

Israeli Airstrike Hits Home of Senior Hamas Leader

Erdogan Compares Jewish Home MK to Hitler

Turkey’s Prime Minister claims MK Ayelet Shaked has a mindset "like Hitler".

Erdogan Compares Jewish Home MK to Hitler

IDF Warns Gazans to Evacuate Their Homes

IDF tells residents of two northern Gaza neighborhoods that an airstrike against terrorists is impending.

IDF Warns Gazans to Evacuate Their Homes

Terrorists Fire Rockets at Kiryat Gat

Three rockets fired from Gaza intercepted by Iron Dome over Kiryat Gat, south of Tel Aviv.

Terrorists Fire Rockets at Kiryat Gat

Hamas Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

"A ceasefire without reaching an agreement is rejected," Hamas spokesman says of Egypt's proposal.

Hamas Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Hamas leader warns his group will not accept any ceasefire that does not “meet the demands of the Palestinian people”.

Haniyeh: The Zionist Enemy Started the War

Two Rockets Fired Towards Eilat

Two people wounded from shrapnel after rocket hits car in resort city. 11 suffered shock.

Two Rockets Fired Towards Eilat

Cabinet to Discuss Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal

Security Cabinet will meet Tuesday morning at 7:00 a.m. to discuss Egyptian proposal for ceasefire in Gaza.

Cabinet to Discuss Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal