Elad Benari

Jewish Organizations Condemn Khamenei's Remarks

ADL and WJC slam Iran's Supreme Leader, who said he was "unsure" the Holocaust happened.

Erekat: Israel Systemically Spoils Talks

Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of taking “actions against the Palestinian people” that indicate that it has “chosen settlers.”

Erdogan Defends Twitter Ban

Turkey's Prime Minister confirms he gave the orders to shut down Twitter, claims the site was breaking Turkey's laws.

Muslims Complain, U.S. Network Cancels Pilot

ABC Family cancels a pilot for a new series which depicted an American girl who was kidnapped by her Saudi relatives.

Sudan Claims it Caught Israeli Spy Ring

Sudan says it caught a spy who provided Israel with information that helped it carry out several operations on Sudanese soil.

Japan's PM Visits Anne Frank Museum

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visits the Anne Frank museum in Amsterdam, weeks after vandalism of her diary in Tokyo.

Assad's Cousin Killed in Fighting with Rebels

Hilal Al-Assad, cousin of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, killed during fighting in the border town of Kasab in Latakia province.

Turkey Stops Users Who Got Around Twitter Ban

Turkish government blocks access to Google DNS which many had been using in order to bypass the ban on Twitter.

Senators Urge Obama to Stand Firm Against Iran

23 senators urge President Obama to insist on a final agreement in which Iran would not be able to build a nuclear weapon.

Jordan's King: Jordan is Palestine? An Illusion

Jordan’s King Abdullah II hit outs at "Israeli extremists" who say that a Palestinian state already exists in Jordan.

Yesh Atid MK: Ya'alon Hurting Foreign Policy

MK Ronen Hoffman sides with the U.S. against Ya'alon, says Defense Minister should stick to defense issues.

Watch: Iranian Official Mocks the West

EU's Ashton is "an old lady" and UN's Ban is a "puppet", says senior Iranian official in speech mocking Westerners.

Iran Still Complying with Nuclear Deal, Says IAEA

Iran is still sticking to a partial nuclear freeze as it agreed in interim deal, the UN atomic watchdog says in new report.

U.S., Britain Call to Investigate Iranian Ship

The United States and Britain called for a UN investigation of Israel's interception of the Klos C weapons ship.

Putin Sanctions U.S. Senators

Putin bars 9 American officials from entering Russia, including House Speaker Boehner and Sen. McCain.

PA: 'Settlements' Caused the Talks to Fail

A spokesman for PA Chairman Abbas claims that Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria had caused peace talks to reach an impasse.

Galon Accuses Netanyahu of 'Rewriting History'

PM Netanyahu and Meretz head argue at the Knesset, as Galon claims Netanyahu is ignoring the "Palestinian history".

Twitter Out in Turkey After Erdogan Threats

Twitter users in Turkey complain of widespread outages, hours after PM Erdogan threatens to "eradicate" the social network.

Police to Restrict Arab Entry to Temple Mount

Jerusalem police to restrict entry of Muslims to the Temple Mount on Friday, due to information about Arabs intending to riot.

Watch: Tunisian President Visits Jewish Exhibition

Tunisia’s President, Moncef Marzouki, visits a Jewish exhibition about Purim, expresses his support for the Jewish community.

Zarif Sees 'Signs' of Nuclear Deal with West

Iranian Foreign Minister says nuclear deal could be reached with major powers, as latest round of talks concludes.

Minnesota Nazi-Themed Party Provokes Outrage

Organizer of a World War II-themed party apologizes after a photo of the event provoked outrage on the Internet.

Amid War, Assad Approves New Space Agency

Syria's cabinet decides to establish a "space agency", despite the ongoing civil war that has killed more than 140,000.

Russia Warns the West it May Side with Iran

Russia says it may revise its stance in the Iranian nuclear talks in retaliation for the West’s sanctions.

Netanyahu: If Danon Doesn't Quit, He'll be Fired

"You don't threaten the prime minister," say sources close to Netanyahu after Danon threatens to resign over terrorist release.

Ya'alon: I Did Not Intend to Insult the U.S.

Defense Minister speaks to Defense Secretary Hagel, clarifies his remarks on Iran were not meant to insult the United States.

Abbas's Political Rival: Abbas is a 'Catastrophe'

Mohammed Dahlan hits back at PA Chairman who accused him of collaborating with Israel to assassinate a senior Hamas terrorist.

Jordan's PM Rejects Cutting Ties with Israel

Cutting ties with Israel will cause "repercussions" for Jordan, warns Prime Minister Abdullah Nsur.

Senators Promise to Pursue 'Sanctions Against Iran

83 senators sent a letter to Obama, urge him to warn Iran that continuing the nuclear program will result in sanctions.

Livni: Terrorist Release Depends on Abbas

Livni: the PA will have to show seriousness in talks in order for Israel to go ahead with the release of the fourth batch of terrorists.

IAF Strikes in Syria Following Border Incident

Several sites on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights attacked in retaliation for attack in which four soldiers were wounded.

Hamas Slams Egypt's Siege of Gaza

Hamas sharply criticizes Egypt's closure of the Rafiah border crossing, says restrictions on Gaza are a "crime against humanity."

WJC Praises Germany's Crackdown on War Criminals

"The prosecution of those who participated in terrible crimes sends a clear message that justice must be done," says Ronald Lauder.

Saudi Cleric: The Sun Revolves Around the Earth

Forget what you learned at school. A Saudi cleric recently said that the sun revolves around the Earth, citing the Koran as proof.

Iran Says Arak's Pumps Were Tampered With

Iran provides more information about the failed attempt to sabotage the Arak nuclear reactor.

Gaza's Power Plant Resumes Operations

Gaza’s lone power plant resumes operations, after the PA left it off for one more day due to disagreements with Hamas.

Zarif Cancels Dinner with Ashton, EU Unfazed

Iran’s foreign minister cancels a dinner meeting with the EU’s foreign policy chief in protest of her meeting with opposition activists.

Report: Putin to Sanction Top U.S. Senators

Russian President is reportedly planning to sanction American lawmakers in retaliation for similar U.S. sanctions on Russians.

Shalom Recruiting Shas, Jewish Home

Water and Energy Minister trying to recruit MKs from Shas and the Jewish Home to support his possible presidential candidacy.

Ashton: The EU is Against Boycotts of Israel

"We don't want to see Israel isolated," says EU foreign policy chief.