Elad Benari

Jerusalem Gas Tank Explosion Kills Three People

Three people, including a baby, killed in a gas tank explosion in a residential building Jerusalem. 11 injured.

Israel to Unveil Short-Range Rocket Interceptor

New "Iron Beam" system, developed by Rafael, would use a laser to blow up short-range rockets and mortars.

Syria: ISIS Calls for End of Rebel Infighting

Al-Qaeda-linked Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant reaches out to other rebel groups which have declared war on it.

American Lawmakers: Snowden Had Help from Russia

Two Republican lawmakers suggest that Edward Snowden may have received help from a foreign power.

Obama: Chances of Israel-PA Peace Less than 50%

President Obama tells the New Yorker he is not as optimistic as John Kerry regarding the possibility of Israel-PA peace.

Israel Transfers 36 Terrorist Bodies to the PA

Israel begins transferring the bodies of 36 terrorists for reburial in the PA, in accordance with a Supreme Court ruling.

U.S. Criticizes UNESCO for Postponing Exhibition

"UNESCO's decision is wrong," says Ambassador Power after UN body cancels Jewish exhibition because of Arab pressure.

Kuwait Boycotts Conference Because of Israel

Kuwait boycotts regional conference on renewable energy because of the presence of a "Zionist" delegation.

Nobel Laureate Wants to Run for President

Professor Dan Shechtman, who won the 2011 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, says he wants to run for President. "I want to do good for Israel."

Bromwich Sponsor Threatens to Withdraw

Zoopla, co-owned by a Jewish businessman, could withdraw its sponsorship of West Bromwich Albion over Anelka's use of the 'quenelle.'

IAF Hits Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft target terrorist sites in Gaza after rocket explodes in the Sha'ar Hanegev area.

Akunis: Palestinian State would Endanger Israel

"I support maximum self-rule for the Palestinians but not a Palestinian state," says Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis.

United States Welcomes Netanyahu-Abdullah Meeting

State Department spokeswoman says U.S. was aware in advance of PM Netanyahu's trip to Jordan.

Syria to Miss Another Deadline in Chemical Removal

OPCW head says a March 31 deadline for destruction of "priority A" chemicals will be missed.

Egypt Government Hails High Referendum Turnout

Preliminary tallies suggest that more than 90 percent of Egyptians have voted in favor of the new constitution.

Kerry Urges Syrian Opposition to Attend Geneva 2

"Syria has become the magnet for jihadists," warns Kerry as Syrian opposition prepares to vote on attending peace talks.

Syrian Jihadist Group Claims Lebanon Bombing

A Lebanese branch of the Al-Nusra Front has claimed responsibility for Thursday’s car bomb explosion in the town of Hermel.

Hezbollah Officially Accused of Former PM's Murder

Four Hezbollah members go on trial in absentia for the 2005 murder of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri.

NSA Collected 200 Million Text Messages a Day

The NSA has collected almost 200 million text messages a day from across the globe, reveal Edward Snowden documents.

IDF Spokesman: We Won't Hesitate to Up the Ante

"If they step up their terrorist attacks, we will not hesitate to step up our response," warns IDF Spokesman Moti Almoz.

UN Envoy Blasts 'Palestinian Solidarity Year'

UN "allocates endless resources to advancing lies and half-truths of the Palestinian leadership", charges ambassador Ron Prosor.

Shalom to Head Israeli Delegation to UAE

Minister of Energy and Water's visit to Abu Dhabi conference marks the first visit of an Israeli delegation to the UAE since 2010.

American Aid to Egypt May be Restored

Congress prepared to allow Obama to restore $1.5 billion in aid to Egypt, if it is proven that a democratic transition is taking place.

Former Lebanese PM's Assassination Trial to Begin

Four members of Hezbollah to go on trial in absentia for the 2005 killing of former Lebanese premier Rafiq Hariri.

Senator: Can't Let Israel Determine About War

Senator Feinstein causes outrage after declaring that "we cannot let Israel determine when and where the United States goes to war."

IAF Strikes in Gaza After Rocket Attack

IAF aircraft hit terror-related sites in Gaza, several hours after a rocket barrage targeted the city of Ashkelon.

Report: Benghazi Attack Could Have Been Prevented

Benghazi attacks could have been prevented by fixing "known security shortfalls," concludes Senate report.

Terrorists Open Fire at Shomron Resident

Terrorists open fire at the vehicle of a resident of Havat Gilad, who miraculously is unhurt.

Egyptian Official Hints Constitution Approved

95% of voters may have approved Egypt's new constitution, says official as vote counting is underway.

Peres: Be Grateful for U.S. Friendship

"We must not underestimate our relationship with the Americans," says President Peres following diplomatic row.

Gaza Rocket Barrage Targets Ashkelon

Iron Dome intercepts five rockets fired at the city of Ashkelon. No physical injuries or damages.

Nationalists Protest Against NIF

Im Tirtzu organizes demonstration against the radical leftist NIF as details of its involvement in illegal migrants' protest are revealed.

Revealed: Netanyahu Had an Off-Shore Bank Account

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu held a bank account in the tax haven of Jersey Island between 1999-2003, finds Globes newspaper.

Egyptian Officials: First Brotherhood, then Hamas

Senior Egyptian officials say the military plans to take on Hamas in Gaza, which is a "threat to Egypt's national security."

Iran's FM Condemned for Honoring Terrorist

U.S. condemns Iranian Foreign Minister for laying a wreath at the tomb of Hezbollah terrorist Imad Mughniyeh during his visit to Beirut.

Pentagon Unveils Details of Osprey Sale to Israel

Pentagon to sell sell six tilt-rotor Osprey aircraft to Israel, in a deal worth $1.13 billion.

Israel Complains to UN Over Rocket Fire

"Since 2005, Gaza has become a terrorist base used by Hamas to shoot rockets," says Israeli envoy Ron Prosor in complaint to UN.

Senate Democrats to Wait with Iran Sanctions Bill

Senate Majority Leader Reid wants to see how the Iran-West deal is played out before bringing new sanctions to a vote.

Restaurateur who Employed Murderer Indicted

Police file an indictment against the owner of restaurant which employed Nadal Amar who murdered IDF soldier Tomer Hazan.

Fight the Battle for Israel in the Fight for Truth

"Taglit promises the future of the Israeli State and the Jewish Nation," says PM Netanyahu at Taglit Mega Event.