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

'There Are More Snowden Documents on Israel'

Glenn Greenwald, publisher of the Snowden documents, says Israel “absolutely right” in linking NSA spying to Pollard.

'There Are More Snowden Documents on Israel'

Shaked: No to Government that Accepts '67 Borders'

Jewish Home will quit the government if it accepts the indefensible pre-1967 lines as a basis for peace talks, says MK Shaked.

Shaked: No to Government that Accepts '67 Borders'

Poll: Most Israelis Favor Second Term for Peres

63% of Israelis would prefer that Peres's term be extended, according to Channel 2 poll. If not, MK Reuven Rivlin is the leading candidate.

Poll: Most Israelis Favor Second Term for Peres

Pope Francis Confirms May Trip to Middle East

Pope Francis officially announces his trip to Jordan, Israel and the PA will take place between May 24 and 26.

Pope Francis Confirms May Trip to Middle East

Syria: Rebel-Jihadist War Claims at Least 50 Lives

At least 50 Syrian rebels killed as moderate rebels take on jihadist rebels.

Syria: Rebel-Jihadist War Claims at Least 50 Lives

Kerry Mocked in New Nationalist Campaign

A new online campaign warns against Kerry’s plans to impose an agreement with the Palestinian Authority on Israel.

Kerry Mocked in New Nationalist Campaign

Livni: PA Incitement Bad, but Keep Talking

The PA's ongoing incitement against Israel should be an incentive for a peace agreement, claims Justice Minister and lead negotiator.

Livni: PA Incitement Bad, but Keep Talking

Herzog to Netanyahu: We'll Replace You

Opposition leader has harsh words for PM Netanyahu at Labor party convention, says he is a "CEO who lacks a vision."

Herzog to Netanyahu: We'll Replace You

Kerry: Saudis Support Peace Efforts

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says he won Saudi support for his efforts to broker a deal between Israel and the PA.

Kerry: Saudis Support Peace Efforts

Prague Police Find 12 Weapons Inside PA Embassy

Investigators find 12 weapons inside the PA’s mission in Prague, as PA officials try to smooth relations over last week's explosion.

Prague Police Find 12 Weapons Inside PA Embassy

Likud Gains 2 Seats, Jewish Home Drops in New Poll

The Likud- Beytenu would receive 33 seats if elections were held today, followed by Labor with 16, according to new poll.

Likud Gains 2 Seats, Jewish Home Drops in New Poll

UNHCR: They Are Refugees, Not Illegal Aliens

UN criticizes Israel’s policy towards illegal immigrants, says they should not be detained and their refugee requests be considered.

UNHCR: They Are Refugees, Not Illegal Aliens

Syrian Rebels Unite to Fight Al-Qaeda-Linked Group

Syrian rebels unite for the purpose of launching a new “revolution” against the jihadist Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

Syrian Rebels Unite to Fight Al-Qaeda-Linked Group

Report: Egypt's Sisi to Run for President

Egypt's defense minister expected to step down to pave the way for his nomination in the upcoming presidential elections, says local media.

Report: Egypt's Sisi to Run for President

Czech Officials Want PA Embassy Moved

The Prague district hosting the embassy of the Palestinian Authority wants it moved after the ambassador was killed in a "working accident."

Czech Officials Want PA Embassy Moved

Egypt Summons Qatari Ambassador

Egypt summons the Qatari ambassador in Cairo following concerns expressed by the Gulf state over the crackdown on Islamist demonstrators.

Egypt Summons Qatari Ambassador

Syrian National Council Rejects Geneva II Talks

Key group within Syria’s mainstream opposition reaffirms it will not attend the planned Geneva II peace talks.

Syrian National Council Rejects Geneva II Talks

IDF Prevents Terror Attack in Gush Etzion

IDF soldiers arrest four terrorists with knives before they can enter the community of Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion.

IDF Prevents Terror Attack in Gush Etzion

Tibi: Abbas Will Never Concede

MK Ahmed Tibi accuses PM of trying to prevent a peace agreement with the PA, says Abbas will never give up any of his demands.

Tibi: Abbas Will Never Concede

Morsi's Third Trial to Begin January 28

Morsi's trial on charges of organizing prison breaks with Hamas and Hezbollah to start January 28, says Egyptian judge.

Morsi's Third Trial to Begin January 28

Turkey Seizes Syria Bound Weapons Truck

Turkish security forces seize a truck laden with weapons bound for Syria; IHH blamed.

Turkey Seizes Syria Bound Weapons Truck

Egypt Probes Company Over Alleged 'Terror Ad'

Egyptian prosecutors probing Vodafone over claims its advertisement contains coded messages calling for terrorist attacks.

Egypt Probes Company Over Alleged 'Terror Ad'

Envoy: We Killed Those Behind Argentina Bombings

Former Israeli ambassador says Israel killed most of those behind 1990s terror attacks on Argentine Jewish buildings.

Envoy: We Killed Those Behind Argentina Bombings

IDF Commander: Arrests Prevented More Attacks

Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division says that Bat Yam terrorists were planning more bombings.

IDF Commander: Arrests Prevented More Attacks

Kerry and Netanyahu Meet for Five Hours

Secretary of State arrives in Israel for tenth visit, attempting to reach a framework for continued peace talks.

Kerry and Netanyahu Meet for Five Hours

IAF Hits Several Targets in Gaza

IAF strikes terrorist targets in Gaza after a rocket exploded in one of the communities along the security fence.

IAF Hits Several Targets in Gaza

Netanyahu: Time for Abbas to Stop Celebrating

Arrest of PA officer in bus bombing is proof that the PA is directly involved in terrorism, says Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Netanyahu: Time for Abbas to Stop Celebrating

Egyptian Astrologer: Jews Will be Stronger in 2014

Egyptian astrologer claims: When Saturn enters Sagittarius in December, the Jews will be stronger.

Egyptian Astrologer: Jews Will be Stronger in 2014

Tnuva Lowers Prices After Government Price Control

Two days after the government announces price controls certain cheeses, Tnuva dairy decides to lower prices for all white cheeses.

Tnuva Lowers Prices After Government Price Control

Moderate Rebels: Jihadists Working with Assad

Western-backed Syrian National Coalition accuses an Al-Qaeda-linked group of ties to the Syrian regime.

Moderate Rebels: Jihadists Working with Assad

Bennett Names UN Interpreter as Person of the Year

Jewish Home chairman placed in the #2 spot on Channel 2’s “Politicians of the Year” list for 2013, after Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Bennett Names UN Interpreter as Person of the Year

Arab MKs: No Way Will we Live Under the PA

Arab MKs react angrily to a report that Israel has offered to transfer to the PA areas with a dense Arab population.

Arab MKs: No Way Will we Live Under the PA

Hezbollah Buries Commander Who was Missing

Body of Hezbollah commander Hussein Salah Habib returned to Lebanon after he was tortured and killed by Syrian rebels.

Hezbollah Buries Commander Who was Missing

Egypt: 2 Killed in Clashes in Alexandria

Two killed in violent clashes between pro-Islamist protesters and police in Egypt's coastal city of Alexandria.

Egypt: 2 Killed in Clashes in Alexandria

Poster of Released Terrorist Hangs in Old City

Arabs hang a poster featuring the picture of released terrorist Ahmed Khalaf in the middle of the Old City in Jerusalem.

Poster of Released Terrorist Hangs in Old City

Iran Deal to be Implemented As of January 20

Experts from Iran and the P5+1 group have chosen January 20 to begin implementing the Geneva deal, reports Iranian media.

Iran Deal to be Implemented As of January 20

'Who Releases Terrorists With No Peace Deal?'

Former Navy chief Eliezer Marom criticizes government for releasing terrorists in what he calls a “political deal”.

'Who Releases Terrorists With No Peace Deal?'

Kerry Seeks Peace Framework in Tenth Visit

As Kerry begins 2014 with a trip to the Middle East, State Department official says Israeli construction "creates a lot of questions."

Kerry Seeks Peace Framework in Tenth Visit

Yechimovich: No Bus Fare? Drink Whipping Cream

MK Shelly Yechimovich has harsh words for Finance Minister Yair Lapid over a rise in public transportation fares.

Yechimovich: No Bus Fare? Drink Whipping Cream

Egypt Seizes Assets of 500 Brotherhood Leaders

The assets of more than 500 leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood confiscated as crackdown on the movement continues.

Egypt Seizes Assets of 500 Brotherhood Leaders