Elad Benari

Steinitz: Lapid is Like Mandela's Interpreter

Minister Yuval Steinitz slams Finance Minister Lapid, said he misled the public about the deficit.

Cleric: It's OK to Blow Yourself Up 'For Allah'

“Blowing oneself up for the sake of Allah is acceptable,” says radical Muslim cleric who justifies recent bombings in Lebanon.

Iran Rejects UN Condemnation, Says it is 'Biased'

Iran rejects a UN resolution which condemned its human rights violations, claims it was based on reports by "terrorists".

Haniyeh Invites Abbas to Discuss Unity Government

Hamas’s Prime Minister in Gaza invites the head of the rival Fatah to discuss the formation of a unity government.

Iran-West Nuclear Talks Resume in Geneva

Iran and six world powers resume expert-level talks in Geneva, a week after Iran pulled out of the talks over a new United States blacklist.

Again: Russia Vetoes Resolution on Syria

Russia blocks a UN Security Council statement condemning the Syrian government's increasing military offensive on the city of Aleppo.

EU Envoy: Growing Support for Labeling Initiative

The outgoing EU envoy to the Middle East says there is growing support among the 28 member states for labeling "settlement" products.

Former MK Ben-Ari: Shalom Eisner is a Hero

"The IDF betrayed Shalom Eisner," says former MK in the wake of punishment handed down to officer who was filmed hitting an anarchist.

Syria: No One Can Stop Assad from Running Again

Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister reacts to Russian criticism about Assad's declared intentions to seek re-election in 2014.

Obama Threatens Veto on New Iran Sanctions

White House threatened to use its veto power against legislation that would impose new sanctions on Iran.

PLO Official: We Supported the Nazis in WWII

Former political bureau head of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) removes any doubt over Arab support for Nazi Germany.

Former MK Eldad: The Boycotts Are Our Own Fault

Former MK Aryeh Eldad: Israel is creating a snowball effect by continuing to surrender to those who want to boycott us.

UN Condemns Iran's Human Rights Violations

General Assembly condemns human rights violations in Iran, welcomes pledges by President Rouhani to improve in some areas.

Deri: 'Nationalist' Government Abandoned Jerusalem

Shas chairman slams Likud and Jewish Home for absence during a vote on a bill prohibiting negotiations over Jerusalem.

Russia Joins Effort to Remove Syria's Chemicals

Russia will send armored trucks to Syria as part of an international effort to remove its chemical weapons, says OPCW.

Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume Thursday

Talks between Iran and world powers on implementing last month's nuclear deal to resume in Geneva.

Dutch Prime Minister Opposes Water Boycott

Dutch PM Mark Rutte rejects a local water company’s boycott of its Israeli counterpart, says it is against government policy.

UNSC Condemns Syrian Violence in the Golan

UN extends UNDOF mandate while strongly condemning all military activity on the Golan Heights by the Syrian army and opposition fighters.

Erekat: Peace Talks Could be Extended if Necessary

Chief negotiator indicates that PA is willing to extend peace talks if a detailed framework is reached by their April deadline.

Likud Postpones Vote on Union with Yisrael Beytenu

Netanyahu convinces internal Likud court to prevent a vote on ending the partnership with Yisrael Beytenu.

Iranian: Without Deal, We Would've Attacked Israel

Iranian political analyst: If a deal with the West had not been reached, Obama would've had to beg Khamenei not to attack Israel.

Egypt Arrests Terrorist Involved in 2012 Attack

Egypt nabs a jihadist suspected of involvement in an ambush that killed 16 Egyptian soldiers near the border with Israel last year.

Kerry: Meeting with Syrian Islamists 'Possible'

Secretary of State says that “it is possible” the United States would meet with a newly formed Islamist Syrian rebel alliance.

Iran Unveils New Radar System

Iran's military claims new Arash radar system has high target detection capabilities.

Yaalon: Lebanese Army Will Place Shooter on Trial

The Lebanese army has arrested and will try the soldier who shot and killed IDF soldier Shlomi Cohen, says Defense Minister.

Syria: Aleppo Death Toll Tops 100

Syrian aircraft pound rebel-held areas of Aleppo for a third day, with hospitals reporting that more than 100 people have been killed.

Iran Says Talks with World Powers Will Resume

Iranian deputy foreign minister says Tehran will resume negotiations with world powers over its nuclear program in the coming days.

Likud May Veto Union with Yisrael Beytenu

The Likud Central Committee, which will convene on Wednesday, may veto a future union with Liberman’s party.

Edelstein to Head Most Important Committee

Knesset Speaker plans to appoint himself as temporary Chairman of the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee due to coalition spat.

Video: Water Hurled as Egyptian Debate Turns Ugly

A televised debate on the political situation in Egypt turns ugly, as participants throw water at one another.

Rivals Abbas and Mashaal Hold Rare Telephone Call

Hamas leader telephones Abbas who assures him that he's not backing down of his demands from Israel.

Security Council 'Deplores' Border Shooting

UN Security Council condemns the killing of Israeli soldier Shlomi Cohen, calls for moves to ease tensions with Lebanon.

Hagel Phones Yaalon, Reiterates Commitment on Iran

U.S. Defense Secretary calls Israeli Defense Minister to continue their "close consultations on shared regional security challenges."

Morsi Supporters to Boycott Referendum

The Islamist supporters of deposed Egyptian president announce they will boycott a referendum on a new constitution next month.

Lebanese Army Investigating IDF Soldier's Killing

Lebanese army says a soldier "acting on his own accord" was behind the killing of IDF soldier Shlomi Cohen.

Saudi Official Shakes Hands with Israelis

Saudi Prince Turki Al-Faisal speaks with MK Meir Sheetrit at conference in Monaco, but refuses invitation to visit the Knesset.

ASA Head: Others Worse, We'll Still Boycott Israel

ASA head admits that many countries have worse human rights records than Israel's, but still supports academic boycott of Jewish state.

Shamir to Replace Begin in Bedouin Discussions

Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir is expected to replace Benny Begin as the person in charge of implementing the Prawer Plan.

Syrian Army Drops Explosive Barrels on Aleppo

At least 36 people, including 15 children, killed in regime air raids on rebel districts in Aleppo.

'Besieged' Gaza Gets Diesel Through Israel

Gaza, whose Hamas leaders claim is under an “Israeli siege”, receives PA-bought diesel through a border crossing with Israel.