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

Egyptian Gas Pipeline Attacked

Egyptian pipeline which provides gas to Israel and Jordan once again hit by an explosion, the seventh time since February.

Egyptian Gas Pipeline Attacked

At Least 7 Dead as 5.7 Quake Rocks Eastern Turkey

Earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale hits eastern Turkey, causing several buildings to collapse.

At Least 7 Dead as 5.7 Quake Rocks Eastern Turkey

PA Official: Not Enough Support for Statehood Bid

The Palestinian Authority’s foreign minister admits: We don't have enough votes to be recognized as a state in the UN.

PA Official: Not Enough Support for Statehood Bid

Bereaved Father: We've Lost Faith in the System

Shalom Rachum, whose son was killed by terrorists after being lured to Ramallah: We've had difficult days since the killer was released.

Bereaved Father: We've Lost Faith in the System

Neeman Considering Easing Sentences

Justice Minister Yaakov Neeman is considering easing the sentences Jewish prisoners, but is not acting to release them.

Neeman Considering Easing Sentences

White House Doesn't Deny Conversation

The White House does not deny or confirm the conversation between Obama and Sarkozy, chooses to discuss peace process instead.

White House Doesn't Deny Conversation

IDF Foiled Attempt to Fire Long-Range Rocket

Military reveals: A recently targeted terror squad was attempting to launch a rocket with an 80 kilometer range.

IDF Foiled Attempt to Fire Long-Range Rocket

Professors to Netanyahu: Resolve Demolition Issue

Professors for a Strong Israel sends a letter to Netanyahu, asking him to prevent demolitions of Jewish communities.

Professors to Netanyahu: Resolve Demolition Issue

Israel to Protect More of Southern Israel

Homefront Defense Minister Matan Vilnai announces new plan to fully protect all communities located up to 15 kilometers from Gaza.

Israel to Protect More of Southern Israel

Expert: IAEA Report Could Lead to More Sanctions

Dr. Ephraim Kam of the Institute for National Security Studies: The IAEA report could convince Russia and China to toughen sanctions.

Expert: IAEA Report Could Lead to More Sanctions

German FM: Discussing Attacks on Iran is Dangerous

German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle: Publicly discussing a military strike on Iran strengthens its leadership.

German FM: Discussing Attacks on Iran is Dangerous

18 Former U.S. Senators to Obama: Free Pollard

A group of eighteen prominent former U.S. senators have written President Obama and asked that he free Jonathan Pollard.

18 Former U.S. Senators to Obama: Free Pollard

Labor Union Officially Launches General Strike

Histadrut launches general strike as of 6:00 a.m. (Israel time). Labor Court orders the strike to end at 10:00.

Labor Union Officially Launches General Strike

Expert: Prepare Yourself for an Earthquake

Earthquake expert Dr. Ephraim Laor provides tips on how to prepare oneself for an expected earthquake.

Expert: Prepare Yourself for an Earthquake

Veteran Journalist: I'd Do the Same Today

Veteran journalist Yaakov Achimeir knew about the Israeli attack in Iraq in 1981 and said nothing. "I'd do the same today."

Veteran Journalist: I'd Do the Same Today

Defense Ministry Employees to Join General Strike

The union of Defense Ministry employees announced it will join the general strike at 6:00 a.m. (Israel time) Monday.

Defense Ministry Employees to Join General Strike

MK's Law: Former Leaders Work for the Community

Labor MK's bill would prohibit former leaders to own private businesses for personal gain for three years after the end of their tenure.

MK's Law: Former Leaders Work for the Community

Protest Outside Peres' Home for Jewish Prisoners

Dozens of people demonstrate outside the home of President Shimon Peres, demanding the release of Jewish prisoners.

Protest Outside Peres' Home for Jewish Prisoners

MK Levin Warns: Demolitions Could Split Likud

MK Yariv Levin: Planned demolitions in Judea and Samaria could split the Likud party. The government has the power to stop this.

MK Levin Warns: Demolitions Could Split Likud

Iran's Foreign Minister Rejects IAEA Report

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Ali Akbar Salehi, says the upcoming IAEA report on his country's nuclear program is "invalid."

Iran's Foreign Minister Rejects IAEA Report

Migron Child Appeals to Likud Members

Likud members receive a call from four-year-old Emunah from Migron. She begs them: Stop the demolition of our community.

Migron Child Appeals to Likud Members

Abbas to Build Homes for Freed Terrorists

PA Chairman Abbas announces that he plans to build homes for terrorists released by Israel in the Shalit deal.

Abbas to Build Homes for Freed Terrorists

Video: Shma Yisrael Prayer in Papua New Guinea

A group of Christians from Papua New Guinea were filmed as they chanted one of the most central Jewish prayers – the Shema Yisrael.

Video: Shma Yisrael Prayer in Papua New Guinea

Perry Would Support Israeli Strike in Iran

Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry: As president, I would support Israel "in every way" possible against Iran.

Perry Would Support Israeli Strike in Iran

PA Inches Closer to Losing Security Council Vote

Palestinian Authority's statehood bid at the UN likely to be rejected after Britain, France and Colombia announce plans to abstain.

PA Inches Closer to Losing Security Council Vote

Islamic Jihad 'Proud' of Iran's Support

Islamic Jihad terror group spokesman: We're proud of Iran's support of us; the ceasefire with Israel won't last.

Islamic Jihad 'Proud' of Iran's Support

U.S. Looking for Diplomatic Strategy on Iran

Ahead of the IAEA report on Iran, U.S. clarifies it hasn't given up on the diplomatic route yet.

U.S. Looking for Diplomatic Strategy on Iran

ADL Survey: 15% of Americans are Anti-Semitic

Survey conducted by the Anti-Defamation League finds that nearly 35 million Americans harbor deeply anti-Semitic views.

ADL Survey: 15% of Americans are Anti-Semitic

Thomas Friedman Calls Rabbi 'Stupid'

New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman faces silent protest from a rabbi at Yale. His response: "That's stupid."

Thomas Friedman Calls Rabbi 'Stupid'

PA Threatens 'Steps' Over Israeli Sanctions

PA Spokesman: We're considering taking steps in response to Israel’s decision to accelerate construction and freeze taxes.

PA Threatens 'Steps' Over Israeli Sanctions

Israel to Remove Checkpoints for Muslim Holiday

As the Muslim Eid al-Adha approaches, Israel approves some relief measures for PA Arabs.

Israel to Remove Checkpoints for Muslim Holiday

Arab Party Under Fire for Funding Terrorists

MKs from both right and left call to disqualify Ra'am faction over State Comptroller's finding that it used tax money to fund terrorists.

Arab Party Under Fire for Funding Terrorists

IAF to Host Greeks, Italians for Joint Exercises

Israeli Air Force set to train in Israel with Italian and Greek air forces within the next month.

IAF to Host Greeks, Italians for Joint Exercises

Tough Questions for State Dept. Spokeswoman

U.S. State Department Spokeswoman grilled over the cutting of funds to UNESCO and Israel's sanctions on the PA.

Tough Questions for State Dept. Spokeswoman

UN Urges Libya to Secure Chemical Weapons

UN's Ban Ki-moon says Libya must quickly secure any chemical weapons and nuclear materials left unguarded during the civil war.

UN  Urges Libya to Secure Chemical Weapons

Ban Ki-moon 'Concerned' Over Israeli Construction

UN Secretary-General criticizes Israel for its decision to accelerate construction of Jewish homes in "occupied Palestinian territory."

Ban Ki-moon 'Concerned' Over Israeli Construction

Od Yosef Chai Director Slams Education Min.

Director of the Od Yosef Chai yeshiva criticizes decision to cut its funding. "We can't defend ourselves against confidential reports."

Od Yosef Chai Director Slams Education Min.

Dagan: Shalit Deal Steals Gilad's Thunder

Former Mossad Chief Meir Dagan: Gilad Shalit should not be treated as a hero as the price paid for his release precludes this.

Dagan: Shalit Deal Steals Gilad's Thunder

Danon: Build, But Don't Demolish Outposts

MK Danny Danon welcomes the decision to build Jewish homes but reminds Netanyahu: There are also demolitions pending. Take care of it.

Danon: Build, But Don't Demolish Outposts

Rabbis Urge Dutch to Reject Kosher Slaughter Ban

European rabbis rally, urge Dutch senators to reject a ban on kosher slaughter already passed by the lower house of parliament.

Rabbis Urge Dutch to Reject Kosher Slaughter Ban