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

Livni Welcomes Rivlin's Criticism

President among a group fighting the "Israeli Tea Party", says Justice Minister in comments on Facebook.

Livni Welcomes Rivlin's Criticism

Israel's UN Envoy: Europe Has Failed Us Again

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, hits out at European governments over their unilateral recognition of "Palestine".

Israel's UN Envoy: Europe Has Failed Us Again

U.S. Expects Israel to 'Stick to Democracy'

Responding to the controversial Jewish State Law, State Department spokesman says Israel should "stick to its democratic principles".

U.S. Expects Israel to 'Stick to Democracy'

Venezuelan MP: The Zionists Financed Hitler

In a recent interview, Venezuelan MP Adel Al-Sughayar said that Hitler's main financiers had been the Zionists.

Venezuelan MP: The Zionists Financed Hitler

Olmert to be Questioned Over 'Barak Bribe' Tape

Police to summon former PM over his remarks to close aide that former Defense Minister "takes millions in bribes".

Olmert to be Questioned Over 'Barak Bribe' Tape

Watch: 'Run Away Zionists' with English Subtitles

MEMRI uploads a new version of Hamas's animated incitement video which encourages car terrorist attacks against Israelis.

Watch: 'Run Away Zionists' with English Subtitles

Jordan's Parliament Prays for 'Hero' Terrorists

Jordan's parliament offers a prayer in honor of “the spirit” of the two terrorists who murdered five people in Jerusalem.

Jordan's Parliament Prays for 'Hero' Terrorists

Prosecutors Ask for Death Sentence for Morsi

Prosecutors ask for the death sentence for ousted Islamist Egyptian president and other Muslim Brotherhood leaders in espionage trial.

Prosecutors Ask for Death Sentence for Morsi

Ireland Calls for Talks to 'End Occupation'

In a statement condemning attack in Har Nof, Ireland's Foreign Minister also calls on the sides to return to talks on "two-state solution".

Ireland Calls for Talks to 'End Occupation'

Hamas Incitement Video: 'Run Away Zionists'

Hamas releases animated video calling on the "Zionists" to run away before they are run over by a car.

Hamas Incitement Video: 'Run Away Zionists'

Spain Calls for Recognition of 'Palestine'

Spain's lawmakers approve a non-binding resolution calling on the government to recognize a Palestinian state.

Spain Calls for Recognition of 'Palestine'

Death Toll in Jerusalem Attack Rises to 5

Police officer who was fatally wounded in the attack on a synagogue in Jerusalem dies of his wounds.

Death Toll in Jerusalem Attack Rises to 5

Report: Kerry Threatens Abbas with Sanctions

Sources tell London-based newspaper that Kerry has threatened PA with financial and political sanctions.

Report: Kerry Threatens Abbas with Sanctions

Yechimovich the Most Accessible MK, Study Finds

Channel 2's late night program finds Labor MK to be most accessible on Facebook, with Defense Minister the least accessible.

Yechimovich the Most Accessible MK, Study Finds

Official: Execute Those Who Sell Land to Jews

Member of Fatah Central Committee says Palestinian Arabs who sell land to Jews should be hanged.

Official: Execute Those Who Sell Land to Jews

Abbas Blames Israel for Tensions in Jerusalem

Speaking with Germany's Foreign Minister, PA Chairman blames the "escalation triggered by the Israeli government."

Abbas Blames Israel for Tensions in Jerusalem

Psaki: Demolition of Homes is 'Counterproductive'

State Department spokeswoman calls out Israel over plan to demolish the home of a terrorist who carried out a tractor attack.

Psaki: Demolition of Homes is 'Counterproductive'

Hamas Threatens Violence Unless Gaza Rehabilitated

Hamas's "military wing" says there will be a "new explosion" unless Israel allows the reconstruction of Gaza.

Hamas Threatens Violence Unless Gaza Rehabilitated

Congressmen: Bad Deal? We'll Increase Sanctions

Senators Menendez and Kirk warn Obama they will work to increase sanctions on Iran if a bad deal is reached.

Congressmen: Bad Deal? We'll Increase Sanctions

Iran: Some of Obama's Letters Were Answered

A close associate to Iran's Supreme Leader confirms that Obama has written letters to Iran, says some of them have even been replied to.

Iran: Some of Obama's Letters Were Answered

Netanyahu: Iran is An Enemy

PM Netanyahu tells Jewish Federations of North America that instead of a bad deal with Iran, the sanctions on it should be toughened.

Netanyahu: Iran is An Enemy

U.S. Condemns Khamenei's Tirade Against Israel

State Department spokeswoman condemns the "hateful remarks" against Israel posted by Iran's Supreme Leader.

U.S. Condemns Khamenei's Tirade Against Israel

'Ignoring Terrorism is Like Supporting Terrorism'

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, urges the international community to stand alongside Israel in the fight against terror.

'Ignoring Terrorism is Like Supporting Terrorism'

Jordan's PM Rules Out Cancellation of Peace Treaty

Jordan’s Prime Minister, Abdullah Nsur, says the possibility of cancelling treaty with Israel is not under discussion at the moment.

Jordan's PM Rules Out Cancellation of Peace Treaty

Netanyahu: Most Incitement Comes from the PA

Prime Minister Netanyahu links terrorism with the incitement which comes out of the Palestinian Authority.

Netanyahu: Most Incitement Comes from the PA

Romney Blasts 'Naive' Obama's Foreign Policy

Former Presidential candidate says Obama is "distancing ourselves from allies" and that his foreign policy is "ineffective and wrong".

Romney Blasts 'Naive' Obama's Foreign Policy

Khamenei: Only Cure for Israel is Annihilation

In a Twitter tirade, Iran's Supreme Leader calls for Israel's destruction, says that Palestinian Arabs should be armed.

Khamenei: Only Cure for Israel is Annihilation

White House Won't Comment on Obama Letter

White House spokesman says policy toward Iran remains unchanged, refuses to address report that Obama wrote to Khamenei.

White House Won't Comment on Obama Letter

Erdogan Slams Israel Over Temple Mount

Turkish President condemns Israel for responding to Arab riots on Temple Mount, threatens Security Council action.

Erdogan Slams Israel Over Temple Mount

Hamas Welcomes Gush Etzion Terrorist Attack

Hamas says hit-and-run attack in Gush Etzion “is proof that the Palestinian resistance continues”.

Hamas Welcomes Gush Etzion Terrorist Attack

Game Encourages Arab Children to Use Violence

“Liberation of Palestine” video game encourages Palestinian Arab children to use violence to eliminate Israel.

Game Encourages Arab Children to Use Violence

Danish FM Condemns Jerusalem Construction

Danish Foreign Minister Martin Lidegaard, in Israel for a visit, says new Jerusalem construction "hinders negotiations".

Danish FM Condemns Jerusalem Construction

Sweden’s FM: I'll be Happy to Send IKEA Furniture

Sweden’s Foreign Minister, Margot Wallstrom, responds to Israeli counterpart's criticism over decision to recognize "Palestine".

Sweden’s FM: I'll be Happy to Send IKEA Furniture

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.

Republicans Blast Obama Over 'Chickens**t'

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.

Rice: Ties With Israel Stronger than Ever

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.

Bennett: Obama 'Throwing Israel Under the Bus'

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.

Official: Netanyahu is Chickens**t'

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.

Erekat: Construction Punishable Under Int'l Law

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.

Ya'alon: Conflict Nothing to Do with Instability

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.

Head of 'Berlin Protest' to Return to Israel