Taliban Quits Talks with U.S. Over Media Leak
Preliminary talks between the United States and the Taliban end after they are leaked to the media, Afghan government blamed.
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'I'm Glad Har Homa is in the Headlines'
The head of the Har Homa residents’ committee is not worried about the criticism regarding construction of homes in his neighborhood
Koreas at It Again as North Shells South
Reports: North Korea fires at disputed island in South Korea and the south strikes back.
Wall St. Tumbles Again, Dow Drops 500 Points
After a good trading day on Tuesday, Wall Street went tumbling down again on Wednesday.
Baba Elazar's Murderer Deemed Unfit to Stand
Psychiatrist rules Asher Dahan, accused murderer of Rabbi Elazar Abuhatzeira, is unfit to stand trial.
China Tests New Aircraft Carrier
China has begun to test its first aircraft carrier, a retrofitted former Soviet ship called the Varyag.
Britain: London Quiet as Riots Spread
The unrest in Britain continues. While London remains quiet, riots and violence spread to other cities.
Turkey Tells Assad: Stop Killing Civilians
Turkish Foreign Minister tells Assad to stop killing civilians, while Assad promises to continue to "fight terrorists".
PA Angry at Israel For Electricity Price Rise
The PA raises electricity rates and blames Israel for it. Israelis to pay 12% more, PA 7%.
PA Official Calls for Intifada During Ramadan
Yasser Arafat's former advisor calls on PA Arabs to riot on Fridays during Ramadan to protest Israel's "racism."
Italian MPs Against Unilateral PA Move
Over 150 Italian MPs call on the international community to oppose the PA's statehood bid, call for resumption of negotiations.
PA Media Says Peres 'Poisons' Sports Stars
PA-based newspaper accuses Israel, President Peres, of deliberately inviting sports stars it knows PA Arabs love to upset them.
London Riots Continue, Spread to Other Cities
First victim in the London riots that have spread to Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Bristol.
Hotovely Fears Political Concessions
MK Tzipi Hotovely to Likud MKs: Be alert. Netanyahu may make concessions to PA to divert attention from protests.
Rabbi Druckman:We Must Learn to Live Together
Rabbi Chaim Druckman on Tisha B'Av. "We need to be like a family and love each other despite differences of opinion."
Libyan Rebels Dissolve Executive Committee
Libyan rebels dissolve their executive committee after “shortcomings” in the handling of the shooting death of their military chief.
Saleh Stays in Saudi Arabia, Officials Blame
Yemeni officials say U.S., and Saudi Arabia pressured President Saleh to stay in Saudi Arabia after being released from hospital.
Despite Obama’s Assurance, Wall Street Goes D
Obama said he would give the U.S. an “AAAA” credit rating, but Wall Street still had its worst day since 2008.
Chief Rabbis: This is a Time for Self-Examina
Israel's Chief Rabbis issue special call in preparation for Tisha B'Av. "We must remove the jealousy and hatred, and increase love."
Arab 'Concern' Over Syria
Arab League is 'Concerned' Over Syria
The Arab League expressed "growing concern" over Syria's crackdown on protesters. Meanwhile, troops entered Deir al-Zor.
CD Brings 80 Lamentations from North Africa
A new CD compilation released especially for Tisha B'Av brings together traditional lamentations by North African Jews.
Marzel: Quite a Few Rightists in Tel Aviv
Baruch Marzel speaks to Arutz Sheva from Tel Aviv's tent city. "Most people here welcome us with open arms."
Hamas Official: Shalit ‘In Good Condition'
A senior Hamas official who was released from an Israeli prison claims: "Shalit is in good condition. If he's released he'll tell you."
Islamists Push for Sharia in London
Islamic hate preacher bombards neighborhoods in London with signs stating that they have become a 'a Sharia-controlled zone.'
Avraham Fried Celebrates 30 Years of Making M
Hassidic singer Avraham Fried is marking the 30th year of his career with a new album written by Israeli songwriters.
Russian President Warns Assad on Violence
Dmitry Medvedev warns Bashar Assad to prepare for “a sad fate”. Meanwhile, the death toll in Hama rises to 300.
Assad Allows New Political Parties
Assad decrees that new political parties could be formed, but is anyone buying it?
Hamas Claims Shalit ‘Fasting’ During Ramadan
Psychological warfare? Hamas claims Shalit is fasting during Ramadan and is frustrated over the lack of a deal to secure his release.
IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza
Cat and mouse game? IAF attacks terror targets in Gaza after missiles come dangerously close to Israel’s industrial heartland.
Company Launches Israeli Site After Boycott C
After facing calls for a boycott for failing to mention Israel on its website yet mentioning the PA, Nivea corrects the error.
PA Doctors’ Strike Similar to Israeli One
Not just in Israel: The Palestinian Authority's doctors have started their own strike, for remarkably similar reasons as the Israeli one.
Google Calling Goes International
Google goes deeper into the world of VoIP and allows users around the world to call phone lines around the world from their computer.
IDF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza
After terrorists fire two Grad rockets at Israel, the IDF retaliates and hits terror targets in Gaza.
UN Condemns Syria as Violence Rages On
The UN condemned Syria’s violent crackdown on protesters. Meanwhile, Assad’s forces continued to massacre citizens in Hama.
Terrorists Fire Grad Rockets
Escalation? Terrorists fire Grad rockets at southern Israel, hit Lachish and Ashkelon regions.
Video: IDF Paratroopers' Brigade
The Paratroopers Brigade is mainly involved in counter-terror operations, such as detonating terrorists’ homes. Watch them in action!
Peres Cancels Meeting with Abbas
President Shimon Peres cancels a meeting with PA Chairman Abbas while Netanyahu reportedly agrees to resume talks.
Barkat to End Ramadan Fast Day
As Israel eases restrictions on Arabs in honor of Ramadan, Jerusalem's Mayor will fire the cannon to end Wednesday's fasting day.
Poll: Arabs Less Supportive of Iran
Iran losing ground? New poll finds that less Arabs support the Islamic Republic today and do not want to see it developing nuclear weapons.
Expert: Another Arab State is a Hoax
Dr. Yosef Mazor has written a new book about Zionism. The conclusion? another Arab state will not make Israel a more peaceful place.
