Elad Benari

Hamas to Olmert: Talk to Us for Fewer Prisoners

Hamas reportedly offered former PM Ehud Olmert to release fewer prisoners for Gilad Shalit in exchange for strategic dialogue.

Syria: 4 Students Dead in Raid on University

At least four people killed as Syrian forces storm student dormitories an anti-government protest at Aleppo University.

Yishai: Lapid is Like a Wolf

Shas Chairman Eli Yishai criticizes Yair Lapid, says he "is anti-hareidi but he knows how to hide it."

Poll: Israelis Optimistic Despite Threats

Poll conducted by the Orot Israel College finds that 54% of Israelis believe that wars lead to national growth.

Samsung Unveils New Galaxy Smartphone

Samsung unveils new Galaxy S3 smartphone, featuring a 4.8 inch screen and many accessories.

Two Terror Attacks Foiled in Samaria

Two terrorists arrested at the Tapuach junction in Samaria, third terrorist nabbed while trying to infiltrate Elon Moreh.

Civil Administration Helping PA Take Over Area C

PA continues its attempts to take over Area C, under full Israeli control, and is being assisted by the Civil Administration.

Jordan's New PM Promises Reforms

Jordan swears in a cabinet, led by Prime Minister Fayez Tarawneh and tasked with pushing for reforms.

Iran: Israel's Nukes Are the Greatest Threat

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says Israel's undeclared nuclear weapons pose the greatest threat to Mideast peace.

Egyptian Candidate 'Ready to Visit Israel'

Egyptian presidential candidate Ahmed Shafiq says he would be ready to visit Israel if it proves good intentions.

Gingrich Quits, Urges Support for Romney

Newt Gingrich formally exits the Republican presidential race. "Obama is the most radical, leftist president in American history."

Hamas Talking with Five EU Countries

Hamas official Osama Hamdan says the terror group has been holding secret talks with five EU members states.

Report: Israel Spied on Turkish Pilots

Turkish newspaper claims that Israel wiretapped conversations between Turkish pilots on military training flights.

Report: Olmert Secretly Spoke with Mashaal

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal conducted secret communications with former PM Ehud Olmert, offered Shalit for a few terrorists.

Migron: Gov't Only Fulfilling Half an Agreement

Migron residents: government is ignoring the part of the compromise with us which calls to consider leaving civilian presence in Migron.

Gingrich to Suspend Presidential Campaign

After failing to win many states in the Republican presidential race, Newt Gingrich will suspend his campaign on Wednesday.

IAF Strikes Terror Tunnel in Northern Gaza

IAF aircraft strike a terror tunnel in northern Gaza, after terrorists fire Qassam rockets at southern Israel.

PA Media Glorifies Master Terrorist

PA media glorifies arch-terrorist Abu Jihad, names sporting events after him.

Shas to Lapid: Try Studying More Seriously

The Shas party criticizes Yair Lapid's alternative to the Tal Law, says the public is tired of Lapid's 'language games.'

PA to Open Duty Free Shop in Jericho

Palestinian Authority planning to open a duty-free shop in Jericho, near the Allenby Bridge crossing.

Lapid Outlines 'Service for Everyone' Plan

Yair Lapid outlines his alternative to the Tal Law: Give the hareidim an exemption for 5 years, then have everyone serve.

Terrorists Fire Qassam Rocket at South

Gaza-based terrorists fire Qassam rocket at Ashkelon Coast. No physical injuries or damage.

NY Man Convicted of Plotting Subway Attack

Jury finds 27-year-old Adis Medunjanin guilty of plotting a 2009 suicide attack on the New York City subway.

Moussa: Camp David Accords 'Dead and Buried'

Egyptian presidential candidate Amr Moussa says the peace agreement between Israel and Egypt should be shelved.

Christie 'May be Convinced' to Run with Romney

New Jersey governor Chris Christie implies he would be open to the possibility of being Mitt Romney's vice presidential nominee.

Abbas: Netanyahu is a Partner for Peace

PA Chairman Abbas says PM Netanyahu is a partner for peace but must choose “between peace and settlements.”

Rivlin: This is the Knesset's Last Session

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin at the opening of the Knesset’s summer session: Everyone agrees that we need elections.

Barak: Nuclear Iran More Dangerous than Strike

Defense Minister Ehud Barak meets foreign journalists, says that as long as Iran poses a threat, all options are on the table.

Olmert: U.S. Should Lead Attack on Iran

Former PM Olmert says any military action against Iran should be led by the U.S., hints he doesn't trust Netanyahu and Barak.

'Prof. Netanyahu Deserved the Israel Prize'

Yossi Achimeir of the Jabotinsky Center says that the late renowned scholar should have received the Israel Prize. Why didn't he?

Norwegian Scholar Connects Breivik to Mossad

Norwegian sociologist Johan Galtung connects Mossad to Breivik massacre, claims Jews control 96% of world media.

Terrorist Hospitalized Due to Hunger Strike

Ahmed Saadat, secretary general of the PFLP, hospitalized after refusing to accept food for 13 days.

Head of UN Mission: Only Syrians Can Achieve Peace

The head of the UN observer mission to Syria: even 1,000 unarmed observers could not end the violence on their own.

Egyptian Forces Arrest PA Terror Suspects

Egyptian security forces detain two Palestinian Authority Arab militants as they enter the Sinai Peninsula through smuggling tunnels.

Poll: Netanyahu Maintains Power

Poll conducted for the Yisrael Hayom newspaper gives Netanyahu's Likud 31 seats. Kadima and Mofaz drop from 28 to 13.

Injured Soldier Receives Certificate in Hospital

IAF Commander visits Hadassah-Ein Kerem Hospital and awards a certificate of merit to soldier who was injured on Mount Herzl.

Mofaz: It's Me or Netanyahu

Opposition leader MK Shaul Mofaz: the real battle in the next election will be between me and Netanyahu.

Verbal Confrontation at New York Conference

Verbal confrontation breaks out between Environment Minister Erdan and former Mossad chief Meir Dagan over Diskin's remarks.

Erdan: Diskin, Dagan Harm the Efforts on Iran

Environment Minister Gilad Erdan responds to Diskin: Inconceivable that former security heads will damage our efforts regarding Iran.

Shomron's Mesika Makes Visit to House of Lords

Gershon Mesika, head of the Shomron Regional Council, was a guest of honor this week in the British House of Lords in London.