Elad Benari

IDF Suspends Officer who Hit Anarchist

After an initial investigation, IDF decides to suspend officer who was provoked by an anarchist and was videotaped hitting him.

Turkey: More Than 2,000 Refugees in One Day

More than 2,300 Syrian refugees pour into Turkey in a day. 22,000 Syrians so far have crossed into Turkey.

Elkin: Barak Evicted for Political Reasons

MK Ze’ev Elkin criticizes Defense Minister Barak, says his decision to evict the residents of Beit Hamachpela in Hevron was political.

Islamic Jihad Threatens More Attacks

Terror group unfazed by Chief of Staff's warnings, threatens it will continue to carry out attacks against Israelis.

Abbas Denies Upcoming Meeting with Netanyahu

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas denies reports of a meeting with Netanyahu, says a meeting Netanyahu is not on the agenda at the moment.

German Poet Grass Claims He is Targeted by Critics

German poet Gunter Grass says he is being targeted by critics and will not back down from what he wrote about Israel in his poem.

Jewish Woman Comes Home After Two Years

Lehava organization brings home a 25-year-old Jewish woman and her one-year-old baby, two years after she ran away with an Arab boyfriend.

IDF Imposes Closure on PA-Controlled Areas

As it goes on high alert for Passover, the IDF imposes a closure on the PA-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria.

Obama: Story of the Exodus As Relevant as Ever

U.S. President Barack Obama greets the Jewish people on the occasion of the holiday of Passover.

Israeli Driver Wounded in Samaria Attack

Israeli driver lightly wounded when Arabs throw objects at his vehicle in the Shomron. Rock and firebomb attacks becoming more common.

Lavrov Warns Against Arming Syrian Opposition

Russia’s foreign minister warned other nations against arm thein Syrian opposition, saying it would only escalate hostilities.

Terrorists Fire Two Grad Rockets at Eilat

Terrorists fired two Grad rockets at the city of Eilat Wednesday night. No reports of physical injuries or damages.

Report: Netanyahu, Abbas to Meet

After he meets PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad, Netanyahu will reportedly also meet Abbas himself.

France Continues Crackdown on Terror Suspects

At least eight people were arrested in early morning raids targeting Islamic extremists in France.

U.S. Charges September 11 Masterminds

Charges announced against Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused of orchestrating the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and four others.

Clinton Warns Iran: Time Isn't Infinite

U.S. Secretary of State Clinton warns Iran: Time is not “infinite” for diplomacy, “all options remain on the table” .

Arab Countries Boycott Adidas

Arab countries follow Hamas' lead and announce a boycott of Adidas because it sponsored the Jerusalem Marathon.

Expert: 'Settlements' Are Legal

Former ambassador Dr. Meir Rosenne: The Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria are legal. International law says this.

Arabs and Leftists Try to Take Over Hevron Home

20 Arabs and leftists try to take over a house in Hevron and are evicted by police.

Egypt Presidential Race Heats Up

The race for the Egyptian presidency is heating up, as political elements call for ruling general Tantawi to run.

Ya'alon Slams Barak Over Hevron House

Strategic Affairs Minister Moshe Ya'alon: Barak likes to light fires. He shouldn't be allowed to deal with the issue of Beit Hamachpela.

PA, Hamas Reach Deal on Gaza Fuel

Fuel imports from Israel to Gaza to begin Wednesday, following an agreement between the PA in Ramallah and Hamas in Gaza.

IDF Shoots, Kills Terrorist Near Gaza Border

An IDF force shoots and hits a terrorist who was crawling towards Israel's border with Gaza.

Report: Syrian Troops Begin Pullout

Syrian government claims troops are withdrawing from cities ahead of ceasefire, but opposition is saying otherwise.

Matzoh Fund Helping the Needy in Judea & Samaria

For the past decade the Bnai Israel Matzoh Fund has been distributing Passover help to needy families in Judea and Samaria.

Regavim Petitions Against Illegal Arab Outpost

Regavim files a petition with the Supreme Court against an illegal Arab outpost being built in Susya on state land.

Romney Sweeps Three More States

CNN projects that Mitt Romney will win all three of Tuesday's presidential primaries, in Wisconsin, Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Group Warns of Professor's Anti-Israel Campaign

The Global Frontier Justice Center warns California A-G of a professor's violation of state law through his anti-Israel campaign.

NYPD Beefs Up Security Around Synagogues

NYPD announces it will be beefing up security at the city's synagogues and other Jewish sites for the Passover holiday.

Poll: Majority of U.S. Jews Still Support Obama

Despite his rocky relationship with Israel, a new survey finds that 62% American Jews still favor Obama for re-election.

Beit Hamachpela to be Evicted by April 26

Sources say a decision has been made to evacuate Beit Hamachpela in Hevron by April 26, unless owners can prove a legal purchase.

Israel Estimates 'Only' 300 Deaths in 3-Week War

Israel’s defense system estimates that if a war breaks out during 2012, 300 people will be killed in a three week period.

Abbas Threatens More Complaints Against Israel

In Egypt, PA Chairman Abbas threatens Israel: Come back to negotiations or we submit complaints in international institutions.

Book Calling for World Domination Sold in Canada

The Toronto Sun exposes more controversial Islamic books being sold in Canada, including ones urging Muslims to usurp the West.

Tunisia: Governing Islamists Talking with Salafis

Head of Tunisia's governing Islamist party says he is in talks with Salafis who are pushing for Sharia to be part of the constitution.

Report: Obama Blaming Israel for Fuel Prices

The Obama administration is blaming Israel for the recent rise in global crude oil prices, says its "posturing" on Iran brought the rise.

Tomb of Rambam to be Declared Heritage Site

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has instructed his office to add the tomb of Maimonides in Tiberias to the list of heritage sites.

7 Dead After Gunman Opens Fire at University

At least 7 dead after a gunman opened fire at a Christian university in Oakland, California. Police say they have a suspect in custody.

'Friends of Syria' to Send Millions to Rebels

A coalition of more than 70 partners pledges to send millions of dollars and communications equipment to Syria's opposition groups

Website Tells Story of N. African Jews During WWII

Yad Ben-Zvi Institute launches database with documents which shed light on the fate of North African Jewry during World War II.