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

PA Film Shows Arabs Beating Jewish 'Settlers'

The PA's official television is continuing to incite against Israelis, even as efforts to achieve peace continue.

PA Film Shows Arabs Beating Jewish 'Settlers'

Obama Announces More Humanitarian Aid to Syria

U.S. will provide more than $195 million in additional humanitarian assistance for people affected by the Syrian war.

Obama Announces More Humanitarian Aid to Syria

Gaza Terrorists Fire Qassam at Southern Israel

Terrorists from Gaza fired a Qassam rocket towards the Eshkol Regional Council. The rocket exploded in an open region.

Gaza Terrorists Fire Qassam at Southern Israel

Commander Who Lost His Foot Apprehends Terrorist

Yoav Yarom, head of the IDF's Shomron Brigade who lost a foot in Lebanon, apprehended an Arab who was carrying a shotgun.

Commander Who Lost His Foot Apprehends Terrorist

U.S. Files Charges in Benghazi Attack

The Justice Department has filed sealed criminal charges against a number of suspects in the attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi.

U.S. Files Charges in Benghazi Attack

Egypt to Declare Failure to Resolve Crisis

The Egyptian government is set to declare that foreign mediation efforts to end the political crisis in the country have failed.

Egypt to Declare Failure to Resolve Crisis

U.S.: The Ball is in Iran's Court

State Department responds to Rouhani's call for "serious" talks, says Iran needs to take steps to meet its international obligations.

U.S.: The Ball is in Iran's Court

Group Condemns Hateful Remarks at Toronto Rally

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs condemns the call to murder Israelis at the Al-Quds Day rally in downtown Toronto.

Group Condemns Hateful Remarks at Toronto Rally

Struk: Leftists Taking Advantage of the Law

MK Orit Struk welcomes State Comptroller's report on poor law enforcement in Judea and Samaria.

Struk: Leftists Taking Advantage of the Law

Arab MK Attends Dinner on Marmara

The IHH organization hosted a PA delegation aboard the Mavi Marmara ship, including MK Mohammad Barakeh.

Arab MK Attends Dinner on Marmara

Rouhani: We're Ready for 'Serious' Talks

Iran’s President says his country is ready for "serious" talks on its nuclear program, blasts U.S. calls for tougher sanctions.

Rouhani: We're Ready for 'Serious' Talks

Senators to Obama: Toughen the Sanctions on Iran

76 U.S. senators urge President Obama to impose tougher sanctions on Iran, even with "moderate" Rouhani in office.

Senators to Obama: Toughen the Sanctions on Iran

Hagel: Iran Must Resolve Nuclear Concerns

U.S. defense chief says in Azerbaijan that it is imperative that Iran quickly resolve concerns about its nuclear program.

Hagel: Iran Must Resolve Nuclear Concerns

Iran Arrests Man Who 'Spied' for Israel

Iran claims it arrested an unnamed local citizen on charges of spying for Israel.

Iran Arrests Man Who 'Spied' for Israel

Turkey's Former Military Chief to Life in Prison

Turkey’s former military chief among several people handed life sentences in a plot to overthrow the Erdogan government.

Turkey's Former Military Chief to Life in Prison

Terror Suspects: We Were Questioned by Mossad

Two alleged members of Hizbullah and on trial in Nigeria claim they were interrogated by Mossad agents after their arrests.

Terror Suspects: We Were Questioned by Mossad

Al-Qaeda Head Ordered Attack on U.S. Embassy

U.S. decided to shut down its embassies after intercepting an order by Al-Qaeda chief to attack an embassy in the Middle East.

Al-Qaeda Head Ordered Attack on U.S. Embassy

A-G 'Shocked' by Visit to Southern Tel Aviv

A-G Yehuda Weinstein toured southern Tel Aviv’s neighborhoods, which have been literally taken over by illegal infiltrators from Africa.

A-G 'Shocked' by Visit to Southern Tel Aviv

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff arrives in Israel to discuss issues such as Syria and a possible Israeli strike in Iran.

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran

U.S.: If Iran is Serious, We're a Willing Partner

Iran will find the United States a "willing partner" if Rouhani is prepared for serious talks on its nuclear program, says the White House.

U.S.: If Iran is Serious, We're a Willing Partner

Assad: Only Solution is Striking Terrorists

Syria's crisis will only be solved by stamping out "terror", declares President Bashar Al-Assad.

Assad: Only Solution is Striking Terrorists

Report: U.S. Envoys to Meet Brotherhood Leader

Western and Arab envoys will visit jailed Muslim Brotherhood leader in Egypt, says Al Jazeera. Egypt denies.

Report: U.S. Envoys to Meet Brotherhood Leader

Leiderman: It Would've Been a Nightmare

Prof. Leo Leiderman, who withdrew his candidacy for Bank of Israel Governor, says he withdrew in order to save himself from “a nightmare”.

Leiderman: It Would've Been a Nightmare

Iran's Currency Near Collapse

Iran’s new president will have to deal with an economy that is showing signs of foundering, according to the Washington Post.

Iran's Currency Near Collapse

Some U.S. Embassies to Remain Closed

The U.S. State Department announces that it will extend the closure of 19 embassies and consulates in the Middle East through Saturday.

Some U.S. Embassies to Remain Closed

Canadian Muslim: Zionism Will be Eternally Shamed

A prominent Muslim leader in Canada attacks Ontario premier for not allowing Al-Quds Day rally outside of parliament.

Canadian Muslim: Zionism Will be Eternally Shamed

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in Highway 6 Accident

Two Israeli soldiers were killed in Sunday’s accident on Highway 6. The names of two other victims have yet to be released.

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in Highway 6 Accident

'Moderate' Rouhani Takes Over as Iran's President

Hassan Rouhani was endorsed Saturday by Iran's Supreme Leader, marking the handover of power.

'Moderate' Rouhani Takes Over as Iran's President

Al-Qaeda Head Blames U.S. for Egypt Coup

Ayman al-Zawahiri accuses the United States of "plotting" with Egypt's military, secularists and Christians to overthrow Morsi.

Al-Qaeda Head Blames U.S. for Egypt Coup

Top U.S. Officials Meet Over Al-Qaeda Threat

Top U.S. officials are reviewing the threat of a terrorist attack that has led to the weekend closure of 21 U.S. embassies and consulates.

Top U.S. Officials Meet Over Al-Qaeda Threat

Erekat: Israel Will Release 26 Terrorists

PLO negotiator says Israel will release 26 terrorists on August 13.

Erekat: Israel Will Release 26 Terrorists

Jordan Foils Weapons Smuggling from Syria

Weapons and ammunition were seized in Jordan’s northern border near Syria, along with the people who tried to smuggle them.

Jordan Foils Weapons Smuggling from Syria

Kerry: The Egyptian Army 'Saved Democracy'

U.S. Secretary of State says that the Egyptian army, which deposed Morsi, intervened at the request of millions to protect democracy.

Kerry: The Egyptian Army 'Saved Democracy'

Netanyahu Welcomes Tightening of U.S. Sanctions

"The House of Representatives has sent a clear message to Iran that international pressure will increase," says PM Netanyahu.

Netanyahu Welcomes Tightening of U.S. Sanctions

Shamir: Governance Bill Allows Long-Term Planning

Agriculture Minister explains why the Governance Bill is good for Israelis.

Shamir: Governance Bill Allows Long-Term Planning

Bennett: Releasing Terrorists Contrary to Values

Economy Minister attends a memorial service marking seven years since the death of IDF hero Lt. Col. Emanuel Moreno.

Bennett: Releasing Terrorists Contrary to Values

Senate Confirms Power as UN Ambassador

More than 70 senators vote in favor of Samantha Power, who said in 2002 she would allocate aid to "Palestine" instead of Israel.

Senate Confirms Power as UN Ambassador

Rockets Explode Near Lebanon Presidential Palace

At least two rockets slammed into an area south of Beirut that houses the Defense Ministry and presidential palace.

Rockets Explode Near Lebanon Presidential Palace

Gunfire from Syria Hits Close to IDF Soldiers

Gunfire from the Syrian side of the border hit close to an IDF patrol in the northern Golan Heights. No injuries reported.

Gunfire from Syria Hits Close to IDF Soldiers

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu and Abbas

Obama spoke to Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas in an effort to keep up the peace momentum.

Obama Speaks to Netanyahu and Abbas