Elad Benari

Imams Pray for Holocaust Victims at Auschwitz

Muslim leaders from across the globe pray for the Holocaust dead, during a visit to the Auschwitz death camp.

Ahmadinejad to Contest Ally's Ban from Elections

Iran's President says he will ask supreme leader Khamenei to reverse the disqualification of his close aide from the presidential election.

FC Barcelona to Visit Israel and PA

Barcelona team members to hold sporting workshops for Israeli and PA Arab children in August.

Senate Unanimously Backs Pro-Israel Resolution

Senate unanimously backs a resolution which stipulates that the U.S. will assist Israel in an attack against Iran.

Defense Minister: Iran Remains the Biggest Threat

"The possibility of Iran having a nuclear weapon is a nightmare for the entire world. We must prepare," says Yaalon.

Sarkozy Hits Out at Europe Over Syria

"Europe is impotent and watching Israel act alone in Syria," says former French President during visit to Israel.

Minister Ariel: We'll Return to Gush Katif

Housing Minister Uri Ariel expresses hope that Israel will eventually return to Gush Katif.

IAEA: Iran Still Expanding Nuclear Program

Iran is opening up a potential second route to developing a nuclear bomb, says latest IAEA report.

Likud Dismisses Feiglin from Knesset Committee

MK Feiglin dismissed from the Knesset’s Education Committee, a punitive action due to his suspending his parliamentary activity.

Former Iranian President Barred from Elections

Iran's ex-president Rafsanjani barred from contesting the June 14 presidential election, along with a close aide to Ahmadinejad.

Prosor Slams Erekat Over 'Apartheid' Comments

"It is expected from someone who is in charge of negotiating to educate for peace and not for incitement," says UN ambassador Prosor.

Sen. Committee Approves Legislation to Arm Rebels

A key Senate committee approves legislation that calls for the U.S. to provide small arms to moderate rebels fighting Assad.

EU to Discuss Adding Hizbullah to Terror List

Britain files formal request for the EU to blacklist Hizbullah as a terror organization.

Comedy for Koby Returns for Tenth Run

Comedy for Koby brings North American comedians to Israel. Proceeds go to Koby Mandell Foundation, in memory of 13-year-old terror victim.

Gantz Warns Assad: Don't Escalate the Situation

"If Assad causes the situation in the Golan Heights to deteriorate, he will pay the price," warns IDF Chief of Staff.

U.S. Denounces Rise in Anti-Jewish Sentiment

State Department report finds there is a rise of both anti-Muslim and anti-Jewish sentiment around the world.

Erekat Backs Kerry, Blasts Israeli 'Apartheid'

PLO negotiator says PA will hold off on applying to join UN institutions to give peace a chance, then blasts Israel's "apartheid'.

Maduro: My Grandparents Were Jewish

Venezuela’s president denies accusations that he is anti-Semitic, claims that he is of Jewish descent.

At Least 51 Dead as Tornado Hits Oklahoma

A powerful tornado blasted an area outside of Oklahoma City, leveling homes and killing at least 51 people. 24 children feared dead.

Iran Approves Agreement with Argentina

Iran approves an agreement with Argentina on forming a commission to investigate a 1994 attack on a Jewish building.

Meretz MK Hints Shooting Related to Budget

MK Tamar Zandberg asserts the shooting in Be’er Sheva was a result of the state budget. Deputy Finance Minister: A miserable statement.

Obama Concerned Over Hizbullah in Syria

Obama tells Lebanese President Michel Suleiman he is concerned about the involvement of Hizbullah terrorists in Syrian civil war.

EU Denies it is Postponing 'Settlement' Labelling

The European Union denies report that it it delaying a decision to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Iran Tightening Control of the Internet

Iran is tightening control of the Internet ahead of next month’s election, being mindful of street protests organized the last time around.

EU Postpones Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Following U.S. intervention, the EU has postponed plans to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Morsi Rejects Negotiations with Bedouin Kidnappers

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi bars negotiations with the kidnappers of three policemen and four soldiers.

France Seeks to Buy Drones from Israel

France is in talks with the United States and Israel to buy intelligence-gathering drones, says the country’s Defense Minister.

Jamal Al-Dura: Israeli Report was 'Fabricated'

Jamal al-Dura, father of Muhammad al-Dura, rejects report which shows his son wasn't killed by IDF and suggests he might still be alive.

Tunisia: 1 Dead in Clashes with Salafists

Security forces and Salafists fight street battles in Tunis, with one protester killed and 15 policemen wounded.

Senior Hizbullah Official Killed in Syria Fighting

Senior Hizbullah terrorist Fady al-Jazzar reportedly among those killed in intense fighting in the Syrian town of Qusayr.

Israelis Targeted by Rock Throwers in N. Israel

A group of Israelis was targeted by rock-throwing Arab youths in Nazareth Illit during the holiday of Shavuot.

Iranian Candidate: I Will 'Resist' the West

Iran’s top nuclear negotiator and presidential candidate pledges to “resist” western demands regarding his country’s nuclear program.

Russia to Arm Syria, Despite Israel's Objection

Russia's Foreign Minister clarifies his country intends to complete the deal to sell advanced missile systems to Syria.

Erdogan to Visit Gaza, U.S. Objects

Despite U.S. opposition, Turkey's Prime Minister announces his plan to visit Gaza and meet its terrorist rulers.

MK Cabel: Investigate PM Residence's Budget

MK Eitan Cabel asks State Comptroller to investigate the increase in the spending budget of the Prime Minister’s official residence.

Piron: A Simple Conversation Turned into a Storm

Education Minister stresses that the cut in funding of Shas's schools will happen when his public hareidi schools are established.

PLO Official: There Were Secret Talks with Israel

PLO official Yasser Abed Rabbo claims he personally met with Netanyahu, who agreed to resume peace talks, then disappeared.

German Director Slams Cancellation of Wagner Opera

The German theater director, whose controversial staging of a Richard Wagner opera was cancelled, says he was censored.

Government Approves State Budget

After talks into the night, the Israeli government approves the state budget for 2013 and 2014, by a majority of 21-1.

U.S. to Boycott Iran-Led Disarmament Conference

The U.S. says it will boycott meetings of the UN Conference on Disarmament when Iran takes over the body this month.