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

Levy Report Author: Barak's Reasoning 'Nonsense'

Alan Baker, one of the authors of the Levy Report, rejects as “nonsense” Barak’s reasoning for not adopting the report.

Levy Report Author: Barak's Reasoning 'Nonsense'

Brother of Al-Qaeda Leader Calls for Jihad

Egyptian Salafist Muhammad Al-Zawahiri calls for jihad against Jews, says he does not recognize the elections that were held in his country.

Brother of Al-Qaeda Leader Calls for Jihad

National Defense Drill to Focus on Earthquakes

The "Turning Point 6" nationwide drill, which begins on Sunday, will focus this year on earthquakes and earthquake preparedness.

National Defense Drill to Focus on Earthquakes

Qaddafi Spokesman Arrested, Fighting in Bani Walid

Libya's government announces the arrest of Qaddafi’s spokesman, as forces unleash an offensive against one of Qaddafi’s final bastions.

Qaddafi Spokesman Arrested, Fighting in Bani Walid

No Humanitarian Aid on Estelle Ship, Says IDF

The IDF has confirmed that there was no humanitarian aid on the Estelle, the boat which sought to break Israel’s naval blockade on Gaza.

No Humanitarian Aid on Estelle Ship, Says IDF

Firebomb Attack on Kosher Restaurant in Montreal

A Kosher restaurant in Montreal was firebombed this week, the latest attack after a series of burglaries in local synagogues.

Firebomb Attack on Kosher Restaurant in Montreal

Report: U.S., Iran Agree to Direct Negotiations

New York Times: U.S. and Iran have agreed to hold one-on-one negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. White House denies.

Report: U.S., Iran Agree to Direct Negotiations

Qatari Fuel to Enter Gaza Through Israel

Israel allow will fuel donated by Qatar to be pumped into Gaza via the Kerem Shalom crossing, says PA official.

Qatari Fuel to Enter Gaza Through Israel

EU Trip to Iran to Go Ahead

The European Union is going ahead with sending a "humanitarian" delegation to Iran, despite Israeli efforts to stop it.

EU Trip to Iran to Go Ahead

Libyan Islamist Denies Link to Benghazi Attack

Libyan Islamist leader Ahmed Abu Khattala denies any role in the attack that killed Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans.

Libyan Islamist Denies Link to Benghazi Attack

Hotovely: Likud Ministers Obligated to Levy Report

Likud ministers have an obligation to ensure that the Levy Report is approved, says MK Tzipi Hotovely.

Hotovely: Likud Ministers Obligated to Levy Report

U.S. Offers $12 Million for Al-Qaeda Financiers

The U.S. posts a reward for help in tracking down two Iran-based Al-Qaeda financial backers.

U.S. Offers $12 Million for Al-Qaeda Financiers

Syria: At Least 44 Dead in Attack on Town

Syrian fighter jets blast the rebel-held town of Maaret al-Numan, killing at least 44 people. Meanwhile, peace efforts continue.

Syria: At Least 44 Dead in Attack on Town

Mofaz: There's Much Better than Netanyahu

Kadima chairman Shaul Mofaz says replacing the Netanyahu government is "a national mission".

Mofaz: There's Much Better than Netanyahu

UN Chief Blasts Hizbullah in New Report

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Hizbullah threatens Lebanon, cites the drone it sent into Israel as an example.

UN Chief Blasts Hizbullah in New Report

Netanyahu Won't Discuss Levy Report with Cabinet

Attorney General's objection causes Netanyahu to cancel plan to bring Levy Report conclusions for government adoption.

Netanyahu Won't Discuss Levy Report with Cabinet

Arafat's Widow Questioned in 'Poisoning' Saga

In the ongoing saga of the circumstances of the death of Yasser Arafat, French investigators have questioned his widow.

Arafat's Widow Questioned in 'Poisoning' Saga

Israel Helps PA Economy, Lets More Workers In

Israel’s latest measures to improve the PA economy include approval of construction projects, more permits, and more Gaza exports.

Israel Helps PA Economy, Lets More Workers In

Olmert and Livni Decide on Political Co-operation

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Kadima chairwoman Tzipi Livni decide to run together should they return to politics.

Olmert and Livni Decide on Political Co-operation

Former Mossad Chief Dagan's Condition Improving

The condition of former Mossad chief Meir Dagan is improving after his liver transplant in Belarus.

Former Mossad Chief Dagan's Condition Improving

Syrian Rebels Down Helicopter

Syrian rebels shoot down a helicopter as troops try to retake Aleppo. Meanwhile, UN envoy continues peace efforts.

Syrian Rebels Down Helicopter

Man Pleads Guilty to Plot Against Saudi Ambassador

Manssor Arbabsiar pleads guilty to conspiring with the Iranian military to kill the Saudi ambassador to the United States.

Man Pleads Guilty to Plot Against Saudi Ambassador

Mofaz Seeks to Stop Levy Report Adoption

Kadima chairman Shaul Mofaz asks the Attorney General to order Netanyahu not to bring Levy Report for government approval.

Mofaz Seeks to Stop Levy Report Adoption

IAF Targets Gaza Terror Center

IAF aircraft strike a terror activity center in northern Gaza, after terrorists continue the constant rocket fire on Israel.

IAF Targets Gaza Terror Center

New York: Bangladeshi Man Arrested in Bombing Plot

A Bangladeshi man with links to Al-Qaeda arrested on charges of trying to bomb the Federal Reserve building.

New York: Bangladeshi Man Arrested in Bombing Plot

Arafat Death Investigators to Come to Ramallah

French investigators into the death of former Palestinian Authority chairman Yasser Arafat will arrive on November 26 in Ramallah.

Arafat Death Investigators to Come to Ramallah

Akunis: Zoabi Participated in Terror Attack

MK Ofir Akunis demands that the Central Elections Committee disqualify MK Hanin Zoabi from running in the upcoming elections.

Akunis: Zoabi Participated in Terror Attack

Obama Fights Back in Second Debate

After his loss in the first presidential debate, Obama bounces off the ropes and accused Romney of untruths in the second debate.

Obama Fights Back in Second Debate

Netanyahu Warns of Syria Attack

Netanyahu: Israel will not hesitate to attack in Syria if it feels chemical weapons will end up in the hands of Hizbullah.

Netanyahu Warns of Syria Attack

IAF Strikes in Gaza After Rocket Barrage on Sderot

IAF aircraft strike a terror activity center in northern Gaza, several hours after terrorists fire on Sderot.

IAF Strikes in Gaza After Rocket Barrage on Sderot

Israel to EU: Don't Send Delegation to Tehran

Israel pressuring European countries to cancel an official visit by representatives of the European parliament to Iran.

Israel to EU: Don't Send Delegation to Tehran

Gaza Rocket Barrage Targets Sderot

Rocket fired by terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza explodes in a kindergarten. No injuries reported.

Gaza Rocket Barrage Targets Sderot

Prosecution Will Appeal Olmert Verdict

As it had promised to do last month, the prosecution announces that it will appeal the verdict and sentence of former PM Ehud Olmert.

Prosecution Will Appeal Olmert Verdict

Soldiers' Bus Targeted by Firebomb

Firebomb thrown towards a bus carrying IDF soldiers near the community of Ofra in Binyamin. No one injured.

Soldiers' Bus Targeted by Firebomb

Hizbullah Part of Assad's 'Killing Machine'

Hizbullah is working to bolster Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, charges U.S. ambassador Susan Rice.

Hizbullah Part of Assad's 'Killing Machine'

Residents Catch Arabs Cutting Down Olive Trees

Shomron volunteers caught Arabs and a foreign leftist activist on video as they were cutting down trunks of olive trees.

Residents Catch Arabs Cutting Down Olive Trees

New 'miniFlame' Virus Hits Iran Computers

A new cyberespionage tool linked to the Flame virus has been infecting computers in Lebanon, Iran and elsewhere, say experts.

New 'miniFlame' Virus Hits Iran Computers

Prosor: Time to Take Measures Against Hizbullah

Israel's ambassador to the UN calls for strong measures against Hizbullah for launcing a drone into Israel.

Prosor: Time to Take Measures Against Hizbullah

Cameron Urges Israel Not to Strike Iran

British Prime Minister David Cameron urges Israel not to launch a military attack on Iran, says sanctions should be given time to work.

Cameron Urges Israel Not to Strike Iran

Barak, Abbas Spoke About Unilateral Withdrawal

Report: Abbas secretly met with Barak, who presented his proposal for a unilateral withdrawal from Judea and Samaria.

Barak, Abbas Spoke About Unilateral Withdrawal