Elad Benari

Rouhani: World 'Surrendered' in Nuclear Deal

Iranian President boasts that world powers effectively "surrendered" to Tehran with the newly struck nuclear deal.

Yaalon: I Didn't Intend to Offend Kerry

Following public storm over his comments, Defense Minister says he had "no intention" of offending Secretary of State Kerry.

'Arab States Will Never Recognize a Jewish State'

PA foreign minister: Arab states told Kerry that they fully support the PA's stand that it will not recognize Israel as a Jewish state.

Muslim Brotherhood Warned Ahead of Referendum

Egypt's interior minister warns the Muslim Brotherhood that troops will use unprecedented force if vote on new constitution is disrupted.

Britain to Help Destroy Syria's Chemical Weapons

Britain to provide the U.S. equipment and training to help it destroy Syria's chemical weapons arsenal more quickly.

EU's Ashton Plans to Visit Tehran

European Union foreign policy chief announces plans to visit Iran within weeks, after being invited by the country's foreign minister.

Netanyahu to Biden: Abbas Doesn't Want Peace

PM Netanyahu tells visiting U.S. VP that recent comments by PA Chairman were proof that he does not want peace.

Ariel: We'll Build, Even if U.S. Won't Approve

Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria will continue even if the Americans don’t like it, declares Housing Minister.

Sharon to be Commemorated in Belarus

Limmud FSU conference in Belarus to feature a special event in memory of Sharon whose parents were born in Belarus.

Biden: Seize the Moment, Make Peace

U.S. Vice President meets President Shimon Peres, urges Israel to make peace with the PA.

Obama: Now Isn't the Time for New Sanctions

Now would not be the right time for Congress to impose new sanctions on Iran, says Obama, days before nuclear deal to be implemented.

Thousands of Officers to Secure Sharon's Funeral

Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon will be laid to rest Monday, in a complex operation that will be secured by some 4,000 police officers.

Khamenei: U.S. Greatest Violator of Human Rights

MEMRI translates Iranian Supreme Leader's speech from last week, during which he referred to the United States as “Satan.”

Syria: ISIS Executes Members of Rival Groups

Al-Qaeda-linked Islamist State of Iraq and the Levant executes dozens of rival Islamists as fighting between rebels continues.

Illegals to End Strike but 'Continue Struggle'

Illegal immigrants will return to work, but promise to continue to fight the new infiltrators' law.

Biden to Meet Netanyahu During Israel Visit

U.S. Vice President to meet Netanyahu and Peres as he heads a delegation to Sharon's funeral.

Friends of Syria Urge Opposition to Attend Geneva

The "Friends of Syria" alliance says opposition groups should attend peace talks in Geneva.

Iran to Receive $550 Million on February 1

As nuclear deal is implemented, Iran will receive the first $550 million installment of a total of $4.2 billion on Feb. 1.

IDF's Negev Complex to be Named After Sharon

The IDF’s training complex in the Negev, known as Ir HaBahadim, will be named after former PM.

Recognizing Israel Like 'Legalizing Racism'

PLO official claims that recognizing Israel as a Jewish state would "deny the Palestinians' rights."

Egypt's Sisi: I'll Run if the People Demand It

Egypt's popular army chief says he would run for president if the people demand it and the military supports him.

Abbas: No Jerusalem, No Peace

PA Chairman says there will be no peace with Israel unless eastern Jerusalem is the capital of the future Palestinian state.

Deputy Libyan Minister Assassinated

Hassan al-Droui, Libya's deputy minister of industry, shot dead during a visit to his hometown of Sirte, east of Tripoli.

General: Hezbollah Can Target All of Israel

Hezbollah has dramatically improved its missile capabilities, claims senior commander in Revolutionary Guards.

Lebanese Minister: Less Evil without Sharon

Lebanon's Social Affairs Minister says former PM "made his life the source of death and suffering of others."

Sharon's Coffin to be Brought to the Knesset

Ministerial Committee on Symbols and Ceremonies announces funeral details for former PM Sharon, who died at age 85.

Turkey: Assad and Jihadists Are 'Partners'

Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu claims that the Assad regime is collaborating with Al-Qaeda affiliate ISIS.

Tunisia's Islamist Prime Minister Resigns

Tunisia's Prime Minister resigns as part of a plan to end months of political deadlock.

Egypt: Prison Sentences for Brotherhood Supporters

63 Muslim Brotherhood supporters given three years on charges including rioting and weapons possession.

Rouhani: Syria Talks will Fail Without Iran

Rouhani tells Putin that "Geneva 2" conference will fail if Tehran does not participate.

Shurat HaDin Threatens Action Over ASA Boycott

Shurat HaDin - Israel Law Center notifies ASA that Israeli professors plan to sue it over its promoting a boycott of Israel.

ADL Urges FIFA Action Over Chilean Team's Jersey

ADL urges FIFA to hold the Chilean El Palestino Club soccer team accountable for its shirt which presents Israel as "Palestinian territory".

Mubarak's Last PM: I'll Run if Sisi Doesn't

Former Egyptian President's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, says he'll run for president if the army chief does not.

Deri: No to Hurting Judea and Samaria

Shas chairman says he will oppose any peace agreement that harms Jews in Judea and Samaria, takes a shot at Jewish Home party.

Merkel to Visit Israel at Netanyahu's Invitation

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu phones German Chancellor, invites her to Israel for annual talks between the two governments.

Iran, World Powers Resume Talks on Geneva Deal

Iranian, EU and U.S. negotiators gather in Geneva for their highest-level talks since the nuclear deal was reached.

French Court Upholds Ban on Muslim Face Veil

French court convicts woman for wearing a full-face veil in public, rejects bid to have the country's burqa ban declared unconstitutional.

Syria: ISIS Vows to 'Crush' Other Rebel Groups

Al-Qaeda-affiliated group urges fighters to “crush” other rebel groups, as another jihadist group urges unity to fight Assad.

Hamas Releases Fatah Prisoners in Gesture

Gaza's Hamas government frees seven imprisoned Fatah members, part of efforts to mend relations between the longtime rivals.

Labor MK Slams Bennett as Knesset Rejects Law

Knesset votes down MK Hilik Bar's bill to prevent annexation of Judea and Samaria. Bar to Bennett: Stop terrorizing the public!