Elad Benari

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.

Israelis Tried to Buy Crude from Rebels?

Two Israelis questioned in Cyprus in connection with an an oil tanker loaded from a rebel-held port in Libya.

Erekat: Israel Must Choose - Settlements or Peace

Chief PA negotiator blames Israel for lack of progress in peace talks, says negotiations don't need to be extended.

'Shalit Deal' Terrorist Caught with Knife

Terrorist who was released in the Shalit deal caught with a knife, admits to have planned a stabbing attack.

Israeli Doctors Save 7-Year-Old Jordanian Boy

A seven-year-old Jordanian-Palestinian Arab boy undergoes a successful kidney transplant at the Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.

Egyptian Arrested for 'Loving Israel'

24-year-old Egyptian arrested for writing to Israeli nationals on Facebook and declaring his love for the Jewish state.

Jordan's King Visits Family of Killed Judge

King Abdullah II visits the family of the judge who was shot by Israeli troops. Palace describes the judge as a "martyr".

Obama: We Won't Recognize Crimea Referendum

Obama warns Putin that the results of the referendum in Crimea will never be recognized, hints at possible sanctions.

Iran Plays Down Chances of Final Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister says his country does not expect to reach a final deal in the next round of nuclear talks with world powers.

Kerry Urges Abbas to 'Make Tough Decisions'

Secretary of State urges PA Chairman "to make the tough decisions that will be necessary" for peace with Israel.

Hezbollah Official Killed in Lebanon Blast

Suicide car bomb attack kills four people in the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon, an area dominated by Hezbollah.

Abbas to Demand Terrorist Release, Freeze

PA Chairman will demand that Israel release arch terrorists and freeze construction in return for continuation of talks.

Pilots Suspected in Disappearance of Plane

U.S. intelligence officials leaning toward the theory that the pilots of Flight 370 were deliberately responsible for its disappearance.

Herzog: I Won't Enter Netanyahu's Coalition

"I intend to win the next election and lead this country," declares opposition leader.

Kerem Shalom Crossing to Gaza to Re-open

Defense Minister Ya'alon orders that the Kerem Shalom border crossing be re-opened as of Sunday.

Minister Erdan: Kerry is Pressuring the Wrong Side

Kerry should ask Abbas why he refuses to recognize a Jewish state, says Minister Gilad Erdan.

Zuckerberg Phones Obama to Complain About NSA

Facebook founder calls President Obama in the wake of report that the NSA took advantage of Facebook for its spying program.

Abbas Accuses Rival of Killing Hamas Terrorist

PA Chairman claims his rival Mohammed Dahlan conspired with Israel in the 2002 elimination of a senior Hamas figure.

Kerry: Iran Will Have to Make 'Tough Decisions'

"There's some very tough decisions the Iranians are going to have to make" in a deal with the West, says Secretary of State.

Abbas: No Framework Has Been Presented Yet

PA Chairman meets British Prime Minister, says that no framework has been presented by the United States.

Egypt Ignores Hamas, Talks with Islamic Jihad

Hamas fumes upon discovering that Egypt contacted the Islamic Jihad directly to broker a ceasefire with Israel.

Official: Malaysian Plane Sent Signals for 4 Hours

American official says that the missing Malaysia Airlines plane sent satellite signals for four hours after disappearing.

Academic Boycott? Ariel U Holds Int'l Conference

Amid claims that there is a boycott of Israel, Ariel University held a conference which was attended by researchers from around the world.

Kerry: A Mistake for Israel to Demand Recognition

Secretary of State thinks it is a “mistake” for Israel to demand that the PA recognize it as a Jewish state in order to achieve peace.

IAF Hits Seven Gaza Terror Targets

IAF aircraft hit seven terror targets in Gaza after rocket attacks continue despite "ceasefire."

'Arab University Will be a Hotbed for Terrorists'

Professor David Bukay of Haifa University warns against a plan by the Finance Ministry to establish an Arab only university in Sakhnin.

Discussion Turns into a Brawl on Jordanian TV

Two Jordanian commentators argue about the civil war in Syria, then fight when one of them calls Bashar Al-Assad names.

Saudi King Holding Daughters Against Their Will?

UN receives complaints about Saudi princesses being held against their will, but it could be a while before anything is done.

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Fire, Urges 'Restraint'

UN Secretary-General condemns the rocket attacks from Gaza, then urges all sides "to exercise maximum restraint."

Iran Says Russia Will Build 2 Plants in Bushehr

Russia has signed a preliminary deal to build at least two more nuclear power plants in Bushehr, says Iranian media.

Cameron: I'm a Staunch Supporter of Israel

At press conference with Netanyahu, British PM says that "Palestinian statehood can never come about through violence or terror."

Abbas Blames Israel for Gaza Escalation

PA Chairman says the Israeli military caused an "escalation" in Gaza, ignores rocket attacks on south.

Jordanian MPs: Release Naharayim Terrorist

Lower house of Jordan's parliament demands release of Ahmed Daqamseh, who murdered seven Israeli schoolgirls in 1997.