Sixth time in two weeks
North Korea launches two ballistic missiles
The test comes two days after North Korea fired an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile over Japan.
News writer based in North America
Elad was born in Haifa, Israel, and currently resides in Canada.
News by Elad Benari
Iran:
Iran: It is still possible to revive 2015 nuclear deal'
Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry: If the other side shows political will, it is possible that a deal will be reached.
PA concerned over possible British embassy relocation
PA cabinet leader warns against change in status quo in Jerusalem as Truss contemplates relocating embassy.
Biden:
Biden We will impose 'further costs' on Iran
US President vows another response to Iran's violent crackdown against protesters.
North Korea fires ballistic missile off its east coast
Japanese citizens briefly asked to take cover following the missile launch, North Korea's fifth this week.
Trump sues CNN for defamation
Former US President seeks $475 million in punitive damages from the network, accuses it of "campaign of libel and slander" against him.
Iran:
Iran: At least 92 dead in crackdown on women-led protests
The protests began following the death of Mahsa Amini after her arrest by the morality police.
US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil
The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.
Canada:
Canada: Ontario town to rename 'Swastika Trail'
Puslinch Township in Ontario votes to rename one of its streets, Swastika Trail, after years of advocacy.
Iraq summons Iranian ambassador after drone attacks
The move comes a day after Iranian drones targeted an Iranian-Kurdish opposition group in northern Iraq.
Ahead of annexation:
Ahead of annexation: Putin recognizes independence of two Ukrainian regions
Russian President signs decrees paving the way for Kherson and Zaporizhzhia to be formally annexed into Russia.
Iranian President:
Iranian President: Rioters must be dealt with decisively
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi: We feel grief over death of Mahsa Amini, but we cannot allow chaos.
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles
The latest test comes ahead of a visit to South Korea by US Vice President Kamala Harris.
Iraq:
Iraq: US army shoots down Iranian drone which targeted US forces in Erbil
US scrambles F-15 jet to shoot down Iranian drone that appeared to be heading towards US forces in Erbil, US official says.
UK Labour leader:
UK Labour leader: We ripped out antisemitism by its roots
Keir Starmer receives ovation after saying "we had to rip out antisemitism by its roots".
Iran:
Iran: Former President Rafsanjani's daughter arrested for inciting protests
Iran arrests daughter of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani as protests over death of detained woman continue.
Former Russian President:
Former Russian President: Putin's threat of nuclear weapons is certainly not a bluff
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says Russia has the right to defend itself if pushed.
Family of killed Al Jazeera journalist files complaint with ICC
Family of Shireen Abu Aqleh claims Israeli soldiers "deliberately targeted" the Al Jazeera journalist.
US official:
US official: Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance
State Department official says nothing has happened this week to suggest Iran is willing to change its stance.
Biden on Lapid's speech:
Biden welcomes Lapid's UN speech: I could not agree more
US President welcomes Lapid’s support for a “two-state solution” during his UN speech: A courageous statement.
Watch:
Watch: Hezbollah TV reporter taunts Israeli soldiers at border
A reporter for Al-Manar TV reports while standing on the Lebanon-Israel border, a few meters away from several Israeli soldiers.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says his inspectors have limited access to Iran's nuclear facilities and hopes to meet Iranians in a few days.
British PM reviewing moving British embassy to Jerusalem
Reports in UK: Truss told Lapid she is reviewing moving the British embassy in Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Iran cuts access to social media amid protests
Instagram and WhatsApp not available in Iran amid protests over the death of a woman who was arrested by the morality police.
US announces new aid to UNRWA
US announces $64 million in aid United Nations agency dedicated to “Palestinian refugees”.
King Abdullah II to Lapid:
King Abdullah II to Lapid: Peace based on two-state solution is important
Jordanian King's office says he called for respect of status quo in Jerusalem during meeting with PM Lapid.
"Deep-seated antisemitism"
Jewish leaders condemn Iranian President's Holocaust denial
Conference of Presidents blasts Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi who called for research to determine the truth of the Holocaust.
Trial of Pittsburgh synagogue shooter to begin in April
Judge sets April 24 as start of trial of Robert Bowers, accused of carrying out 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre.
Tlaib in TV interview:
Rep. Tlaib in TV interview: Israel has an apartheid system, two-state solution won't work
Rep. Rashida Tlaib lashes out at Israel, says the US must change its policies towards it.
Erdogan tells Jewish leaders he plans to visit Israel
Turkish President meets leader of US Jewish organizations, tells them antisemitism is a “crime against humanity”.
French Foreign Minister:
French Foreign Minister: There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran
France's Foreign Minister urges Iran to decide now whether to return to 2015 nuclear deal.
Ben & Jerry's founders:
Ben & Jerry's founders: Unilever is in violation of the merger deal
Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield say parent company is in violation of merger deal over sale of Ben & Jerry's in Israel to the local licensee.
Raisi:
Raisi: It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened
In interview with "60 Minutes", Iranian President refuses to acknowledge Holocaust happened.
NYC Mayor condemns antisemitism after latest attack
Mayor Eric Adams after woman harasses Orthodox Jewish man in Brooklyn: These outrageous attacks on our Jewish community won’t be tolerated.
Biden won't commit to re-election bid
Biden tells “60 Minutes” he intends to run for re-election in 2024 but has not yet made a “firm decision.”
Hamas:
Hamas: We will continue developing ties with Syria
Hamas' relations with Syria soured when it refused to support President Bashar Al-Assad in the uprising against him.
Iran blasts US charges against three citizens over cyberattacks
Iran condemns “false accusations” levelled by US against three of its citizens for alleged cyberattacks.
Blinken:
Blinken: We are committed to advancing the Abraham Accords
Secretary of State on anniversary of signing of Abraham Accords: US looks forward to helping strengthen these partnerships.
Iran's Foreign Minister:
Iran's Foreign Minister: Our position in nuclear talks is unchanged
Iranian Foreign Minister claims the only obstacle to a nuclear deal is "lack of realism on the part of America."
US to withhold $130 million in assistance to Egypt
Senior officials say the decision to withhold the aid is over Egypt's failure to meet certain human rights requirements.
