Ido Ben Porat

Ido Ben Porat

Dep. Editor of Arutz Sheva

News by Ido Ben Porat

Is the Government's Wafer-Thin Majority in Danger?

Narrow 61-MK majority at risk, as Jewish Home MK threatens to vote against gov't if decisive action not taken to quell terrorism.

Is the Government's Wafer-Thin Majority in Danger?

Watch: Arab MK Erupts at Jews on Temple Mount

Joint List MK Taleb Abu Arar curses Jews, asserting 'this is our mosque,' as Arab women shout 'Allahu Akbar' in background.

Watch: Arab MK Erupts at Jews on Temple Mount

MK Zoabi: Israel More Like Nazi Regime Than I Am

If 'settlers' keep trying to 'invade' the Temple Mount, radical Arab MK asserts, 'resistance' will continue.

MK Zoabi: Israel More Like Nazi Regime Than I Am

Nationalists Disappointed with Shaked's A-G Picks

Attorney Itamar Ben Gvir says choices of Raz Nizri and Prof. Ron Shapira indicate a lack of vision.

Nationalists Disappointed with Shaked's A-G Picks

Yariv Oppenheimer to Step Down from Peace Now

Chairman of far left Peace Now to step down after 13 years, serve as Secretary-General of the organization instead.

Yariv Oppenheimer to Step Down from Peace Now

Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount

Jerusalem police announce they will reinforce their presence in and around the city on Friday as violence continues.

Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount

'More Electricity to Gaza? Free Hadar and Oron'

Father of Hadar Goldin says Israel should not provide more electricity to Gaza until bodies of soldiers are returned.

'More Electricity to Gaza? Free Hadar and Oron'

Shaked: New Rabbinical Court 'Revolutionary'

A new era in religious adjudication has begun with the selection of new rabbinical judges, Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked said.

Shaked: New Rabbinical Court 'Revolutionary'

Report: Netanyahu Suggests 'Phasing' Bennett Out

Maariv columnist claims Prime Minister offered Labor leader defense, foreign affairs and justice portfolios to join coalition for 4 years.

Report: Netanyahu Suggests 'Phasing' Bennett Out

Watch: Emotional Meeting on Kibbutz Beit Hashita

Chief Rabbi visits Kibbutz Beit Hashita and meets Hanoch Albleck, singer of legendary 'Unetane Tokef.'

Watch: Emotional Meeting on Kibbutz Beit Hashita

Defense Minister Outlaws Temple Mount Screamers

The 'Murabitun' and 'Murabitat' who harass Jews are illegal organizations, according to a newly signed order.

Defense Minister Outlaws Temple Mount Screamers

Israeli Citizen Missing in Yemen

The man has visited his country of birth four times with his foreign passport.

Israeli Citizen Missing in Yemen

Six Officers Removed over Gay Parade Stabbing

Committee finds that police officers failed to prevent Yishai Schlissel from reaching the parade and stabbing participants.

Six Officers Removed over Gay Parade Stabbing

Yaalon to Injured Soldiers: We're Here For You

In advance of the Jewish New Year, Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon visited injured IDF troops – to wish them a good New Year.

Yaalon to Injured Soldiers: We're Here For You

Shaked Backs Out of Attending Likud Toast

Jewish Home activists blast Ayelet Shaked for agreeing to attend Likud faction New Year's toast, forcing her to cancel.

Shaked Backs Out of Attending Likud Toast

'Arrest Netanyahu' Petition Reaches 100,000

100,000 sign online petition calling for the arrest of Netanyahu in the UK. Petition not expected to be discussed in parliament.

'Arrest Netanyahu' Petition Reaches 100,000

Regev 'Restoring Dignity to the State of Israel'

Professors for a Strong Israel laud Culture Minister for 'strengthening Israel' via new criteria for funding cultural institutions.

Regev 'Restoring Dignity to the State of Israel'

Netanyahu: 'Zero Tolerance' for Road Terror

PM tells security arms to beef up presence along Highway 443 and in Judea-Samaria; considering changing open fire orders.

Netanyahu: 'Zero Tolerance' for Road Terror

Amid terror-wave

J'lem Appoints Security Officer to Guard Old City

New security officer will coordinate between Old City residents, police and municipality on security issues and emergencies.

J'lem Appoints Security Officer to Guard Old City

'Without Deterrence, Arabs Will Attack'

When the government limits defensive activity , it should not be surprised when Arabs attack, says MK Bezalel Smotrich (Jewish Home).

'Without Deterrence, Arabs Will Attack'

High Court Freezes IDF No-Beard Rule

A new order forbidding secular soldiers from growing beards is on hold until High Court considers a motion filed against it.

High Court Freezes IDF No-Beard Rule

Arabs Burn Border Police Vehicle

Terrorist forces set ablaze a vehicle, lightly injuring one Border Policeman, in Jerusalem neighborhood.

Arabs Burn Border Police Vehicle

Thanks to High Court: 1,200 Infiltrators Go Free

About 600 infiltrators will be released Tuesday and the rest will go free Wednesday.

Thanks to High Court: 1,200 Infiltrators Go Free

Security Minister Wants to Outlaw Temple Mt. Riots

The Arab men and women hired by Islamic Movement to harass Jews are an illegal organization, says Min. Erdan.

Security Minister Wants to Outlaw Temple Mt. Riots

Hasidic Musician Yosi Piamenta Dies at 64

Yosi Piamenta, who came to be known as the 'Hasidic Hendrix', dies at 64 following a lengthy battle with cancer.

Hasidic Musician Yosi Piamenta Dies at 64

Haredi Woman Accepted into El Al Pilot Course

Nehama traveled from Jerusalem to the US every year to accumulate required number of flying hours to be admitted into El Al's course.

Haredi Woman Accepted into El Al Pilot Course

Bennett Dismisses Demands by 'Clueless' Artists

Education Minister says his decision to remove Culture Basket Committee chair for promoting pro-terror play is final.

Bennett Dismisses Demands by 'Clueless' Artists

Riskin Clarifies: Converts Must Keep Commandments

Rabbi Shlomo Riskin says he was misquoted, after reports claimed he recognizes converts who only accept 'traditional' lifestyle.

Riskin Clarifies: Converts Must Keep Commandments

Bennett: High Court 'Tying Our Hands'

Jewish Home chairman is unhappy with verdict shortening detention period for infiltrators, says judges eroding the public's trust in them.

Bennett: High Court 'Tying Our Hands'

Two Druze Indicted for Lynch Murder of Syrian

A 48-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man were among those who beat a wounded Syrian to death.

Two Druze Indicted for Lynch Murder of Syrian

Report: Gideon Sa'ar Planning Return to Politics

Former Likud Minister reportedly tells activists that he's planning to return to politics.

Report: Gideon Sa'ar Planning Return to Politics

12-Year-Old Firebomb Victim Released from Hospital

Eight months after being badly burned in a firebomb attack in Samaria, Ayala Shapira is released from the Tel Hashomer Hospital.

12-Year-Old Firebomb Victim Released from Hospital

Will Attorney General Retain 'Superpowers'?

Report: PM intends to block Justice Minister's attempt to separate Attorney General's powers from Government Legal Advisor's.

Will Attorney General Retain 'Superpowers'?

Zionist Union MK Under Fire for Visiting Binyamin

MK Danny Atar attacked by leftists on Facebook after touring the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council.

Zionist Union MK Under Fire for Visiting Binyamin

Gov't Approves 300 Homes in Beit El

The homes were promised when Ulpana houses were relocated down 3 years ago. Housing approved in Jerusalem too.

Gov't Approves 300 Homes in Beit El

Bennett Promises to 'Bring Pollard Home'

Jewish Home chair emphasizes Pollard's potential release unrelated to Iran deal, says Israel doing everything right for his return.

Bennett Promises to 'Bring Pollard Home'

Regev Rails Against Army Radio

Army Radio commander invites Culture Minister for station visit after she blasts Galgalatz for not reflecting IDF soldier's tastes.

Regev Rails Against Army Radio

Shaked: Arab MK 'Inflamed Masses' to Attack

Justice Minister blasts MK Ahmed Tibi while issuing support for bill banning those who verbally attack Israel from running for office.

Shaked: Arab MK 'Inflamed Masses' to Attack

Journalist Blasts Hotovely Over Kotel Visits

Journalist Ben Caspit says that requiring foreign diplomats to visit the Kotel is like being forced to visit a church in New York.

Journalist Blasts Hotovely Over Kotel Visits

Feiglin Registers 'Zehut' Party

Over 500 people register to form and fund the party of ex-Likud MK, which will run for 21st Knesset.

Feiglin Registers 'Zehut' Party