Elad Benari

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.

'You Can't Achieve Statehood with Provocations'

Israeli UN representative Israel Nitzan urges the Security Council "to stop indulging the Palestinians" after their resolution was rejected.

Decision on Channel 10 Closure Postponed

Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein instructs government to postpone decision on cash-strapped Channel 10 until after the elections.

PA's Resolution Defeated at Security Council

PA's unilateral resolution calling on Israel to "end the occupation" fails to receive the nine required votes to pass.

Is Hamas Considering Direct Talks with Israel?

Hamas said to be reviewing its strategy and might consider talking directly not just with Israel, but with the West as well.

Obama Not Ruling Out Opening Embassy in Iran

"I never say never," says President Obama when asked whether he could envision opening an embassy in Iran.

PA Toughens Language in UN Resolution

Palestinian Authority presents a more toughly-worded UN draft resolution on statehood, but a date on the vote is yet to be determined.

In Danger of Closing, Channel 10 Goes Dark

Channel 10 employees cease broadcasts for the night, point finger at Prime Minister Netanyahu for channel's financial problems.

Hamas: PA's Draft Resolution is 'Disastrous'

Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar condemns resolution setting a deadline for Israeli withdrawal from Judea and Samaria.

Lapid: We Won't Split Jerusalem

Yesh Atid chairman vows his party would never split Jerusalem, and also launches a tirade against PM Netanyahu and his lack of diplomacy.

Two Officers Stabbed in Jerusalem's Old City

Two police officers stabbed and lightly wounded near the Lion's Gate. The stabber fled the scene.