Elad Benari

Turkish President: Syria Could Become Afghanistan

Syria risks becoming "Afghanistan on the shores of the Mediterranean," warns President Abdullah Gul.

British Minister: Ban Muslim Face Veils in Courts

The Muslim face veils worn by women are a "peculiar costume in the 21st century," says Minister Kenneth Clarke.

Germany Finds 1,500 Paintings Stolen by Nazis

Nearly 1,500 priceless paintings that were stolen by the Nazis have been discovered in a flat in Munich.

Kerry Urges Egypt to End State of Emergency

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry urges Egypt's interim rulers not to extend the state of emergency when it ends later this month.

Opposition Demands Timeframe for Assad's Exit

Syrian National Coalition lists a timeframe for Assad to cede power as a condition to attend talks in Geneva.

Almagor: What About Helping Victims of Terror?

Head of the Almagor terror victims association responds to report that Haifa University's legal clinics assist terrorists.

PA Threatens Security Council Action

After Israel announces new construction in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem, PLO says it will go the UN Security Council.

eBay Removes Offensive Holocaust Memorabilia

Online auction site eBay was profiting from a trade in Holocaust memorabilia, discovers the British Daily Mail.

Panetta: We May Have to Use Force Against Iran

Former U.S. Secretary of Defense cautions the Obama administration this week about engaging in endless negotiations with Iran.

Egypt Warns Muslim Brotherhood Against Protests

Egypt says it will take any legal action to combat violence during protests against Morsi's trial.

Los Angeles Shooter May Face the Death Penalty

Man who shot a TSA worker dead charged with murder of a federal officer and commission of violence at an international airport.

IAEA Sees Change in Iranian Position

Head of UN’s atomic watchdog says that Iran's new leadership has indicated a willingness to address concerns about its nuclear program.

Bayit Yehudi: Steinitz Shouldn't Preach to Bennett

Bayit Yehudi responds to criticism by Likud minister who said that Bennett was privy to the decision to free terrorists.

Taliban Meets to Choose New Leader

Taliban's ruling council meets to choose a new leader after a U.S. drone killed the former leader Hakimullah Mehsud.

Israel Allows Hamas to Retrieve Terrorists' Bodies

In a "humanitarian gesture", Israel allowed Hamas to retrieve bodies of four terrorists killed on Thursday night.

Egypt Braces for More Protests

Muslim Brotherhood to begin fresh protests starting Friday, in preparation for the first court session in Morsi's trial.

Snowden Willing to Testify Over Merkel Tapping

NSA whistleblower reportedly indicates his willingness to testify over the U.S. wiretapping of German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Yaalon: Don't Sweep Iran Under the Rug

Israel must never underestimate its enemies and must not sweep the Iranian nuclear issue under the rug, says Defense Minister.

Biden to Senators: Hold Off on New Iran Sanctions

U.S. Vice President joins other top officials in a bid to persuade the Senate not to impose new sanctions on Iran.

What Happened to Iran's Supreme Leader?

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not been seen in public for several weeks, leaving Iranians worried.

Boaz Albert Refuses House Arrest Away from Home

Boaz Albert from Yitzhar will remain in jail after refusing to house arrest in a community other than Yitzhar.

Netanyahu: Keep Up the Pressure on Iran

The only way to get Iran to abandon its nuclear program is to maintain the pressure on it, says Netanyahu.

PA Peace Negotiators Resign...Maybe

PA news agency reports that the team for negotiations with Israel has resigned, but senior official denies the report.

Saudis Pushing Resolution on Syria Violence

Saudi Arabia's UN resolution would condemn "violations of human rights" by Assad's government.

Peres Thanks Denmark for Saving Jews During WWII

President Shimon Peres hosts Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, who is on his first visit to Israel.

Obama Pushing to Hold Off on New Iran Sanctions

Top Obama administration officials have been pushing lawmakers to hold off on new sanctions over Iran's nuclear program.

Iran: We Never Stopped 20% Enrichment

Iran's nuclear chief, Ali Akbar Salehi, declares that Tehran has never stopped 20 percent uranium enrichment.

Assad: Western Backing of Rebels Must Stop

Foreign support for rebels must stop for peace to take place, Assad tells visiting UN envoy.

PA: Israel is Destroying the Peace Process

PA says Israel is “trying to wreck peace talks” with plans to build 1,500 new homes in Ramat Shlomo.

Egypt: Police Storm University

Egyptian police entered the Al-Azhar University in Cairo to confront Islamist protesters, following a request from its administration.

UN Ambassador Complains About Abbas's Incitement

In letter to Secretary General Ban, Ambassador Prosor points out condolence letter sent by Abbas to family of killed terrorist.

Ban: Releasing Murderers is Good, Building is Bad

UN chief condemns Israel for building, but welcomes its "gesture" of releasing murderers.

U.S. Lawmakers Against Cutting Off Aid to Egypt

U.S. lawmakers urge the White House to lift its suspension of military aid to Egypt, a key regional ally.

Falk Seeks Int'l Court Decision on 'Occupation'

UN's human rights expert Richard Falk says that if peace talks fail, the UN should seek an opinion on "Israel's occupation."

PA Takes Issue with Demand for Security

PLO official says that Israel's demand for security for its citizens as part of a future agreement is a "hardline" position.

Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemen arrests Al-Qaeda member Omar Salem, described as "one of the most dangerous" terrorists.

Bereaved Sister: What if I Run into the Murderer?

Orna Amrani, whose brother was murdered by terrorists in 1985, warns against releasing the terrorist who planned the attack.

Israel to Promote New Jerusalem Construction

Israel will promote new construction projects in Jerusalem, including hundreds of new housing units in Ramat Shlomo.

Abbas: No Peace Until Prisoners Released

Peace is not possible so long as there is even one terrorist still in an Israeli prison, says PA Chairman as he welcomes 21 freed murderers.

Ramallah Prepares to Celebrate Terrorist Release

Thousands gather in Ramallah as the terrorists released by Israel make their way home.