Nitsan Keidar

Nitsan Keidar

News writer and diplomatic correspondent

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International condemnation of cuts to UNRWA rejected

Inter-Parliamentary Union rejects Arab initiative to hold urgent discussion on the funding for UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”.

International condemnation of cuts to UNRWA rejected

'How do I define B'Tselem? A disgrace'

Prime Minister Netanyahu criticizes leftist organization as its Director is set to speak before the UN Security Council.

'How do I define B'Tselem? A disgrace'

Meretz head furious over Hevron construction

MK Tamar Zandberg blasts Cabinet plan to approve 31 housing units in Hevron. "The settlement in Hevron should be evacuated, not inflated."

Meretz head furious over Hevron construction

Barkan attack terrorist to be paid monthly salary - for life

Foreign ministry launches Twitter campaign to encourage international pressure on PA to stop paying terrorist salaries.

Barkan attack terrorist to be paid monthly salary - for life

US to move missile systems from Middle East

US dismantles, moves missile batteries, air defense systems, from Middle East to more significant locations, report says.

US to move missile systems from Middle East

'Israel will think twice before attacking'

Syrian Dep. FM says Israeli 'aggression' is aimed at those who want to 'reduce terror,' claims S-300s will 'paralyze' Israel.

'Israel will think twice before attacking'

Amendment to allow State to refuse funding to inciters

Culture Minister, Finance Minister push amendment allowing gov't to refuse funding to groups which seek to undermine the State of Israel.

Amendment to allow State to refuse funding to inciters

UN pressured to act against Nationality Law

Delegation of Israeli Arab representatives meets UN official, urges pressure on Israel to cancel Nationality Law approved by the Knesset.

UN pressured to act against Nationality Law

Defense Minister visits Georgia for the first time

Liberman meets Georgia's heads of state, discusses with them the international struggle against Iranian terror.

Defense Minister visits Georgia for the first time

'We have no intention of compromising on our security'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks at event marking 70 years since the founding of the IDF Intelligence Corps.

'We have no intention of compromising on our security'

'It's unreasonable to block the Ayalon Highway during the week'

Prime Minister Netanyhau does not back Transportation Minister's decision to cancel construction work planned on Shabbat.

'It's unreasonable to block the Ayalon Highway during the week'

How much sleep does Netanyahu get?

PM fields questions on Instagram ranging from the future of Israeli towns in Judea and Samaria, to his favorite food.

How much sleep does Netanyahu get?

Liberman gives PA an unusual gesture

Letters and parcels sent from Jordan to PA in last eight years released by Israel.

Liberman gives PA an unusual gesture

Report: Israel-Hamas agreement to include sea route to Cyprus

Israel-Hamas agreement will include sea route to Cyprus, and Qatar will pay Hamas' salaries, report says.

Report: Israel-Hamas agreement to include sea route to Cyprus

Israel demanded - and BBC changed its headline

Foreign Ministry points out BBC title is a 'lie,' news site responds by changing title to reflect reality.

Israel demanded - and BBC changed its headline

First publication:

Netanyahu lengthens UN Ambassador's term

Foreign Ministry confirms: Danny Danon to remain UN Ambassador until February.

Netanyahu lengthens UN Ambassador's term

Report: Jared Kushner working to close UNWRA

Jared Kushner is working to discover true number of refugees, close UNRWA, report says.

Report: Jared Kushner working to close UNWRA

Israel invites Polish Foreign Minister

PM Netanyahu invites Polish Foreign Minister to visit Israel following tensions over Holocaust Law.

Israel invites Polish Foreign Minister

Security official:

'Minister Ariel can blame only himself'

Security official rejects Minister Ariel’s claim that Netanyahu prevented him from ascending the Temple Mount.

'Minister Ariel can blame only himself'

'No ceasefire until incendiary kites stop'

PM Netanyahu says government told IDF to stop incendiary kites, balloons, says deterrence is a 'process.'

'No ceasefire until incendiary kites stop'

Netanyahu: Israel has 'no problem' with Assad government

PM Netanyahu says Russia has pushed Iran away from Israeli border, Israel has 'no problem' with Assad regime.

Netanyahu: Israel has 'no problem' with Assad government

A honeymoon disaster

Israeli dies after suffering severe injuries during accident in Honduras.

A honeymoon disaster

Mossad recovers watch of legendary Israeli spy, Eli Cohen

Special operation by Mossad leads to recovery of legendary Israeli spy Eli Cohen's wristwatch.

Mossad recovers watch of legendary Israeli spy, Eli Cohen

U.S. appears to back Israel on removal of BDS activists

State Department spokeswoman says U.S. does not support BDS, says countries have the right to prevent entry to activists.

U.S. appears to back Israel on removal of BDS activists

Ethics Committee won't allow MK to travel for anti-Israel tour

Ethics Committee turns down MK Jabareen's request to travel abroad for speaking tour funded by BDS-supporting organization.

Ethics Committee won't allow MK to travel for anti-Israel tour

Minister of Internal Security proud of Temple Mount 'revolution'

Min. Gilad Erdan notes rise in number of visitors – including Jews – to the Temple Mount.

Minister of Internal Security proud of Temple Mount 'revolution'

'US no longer talking about Israeli concessions'

Senior Israeli official tells Arutz Sheva that in contrast to past admins, US not pressing Israel for concessions or 'gestures' to PA.

'US no longer talking about Israeli concessions'

Jewish leaders plant trees in southern Israel

Delegation of senior professionals from more than 50 countries visits Gaza Belt region on a solidarity mission with local residents.

Jewish leaders plant trees in southern Israel

Israel responds: Thank you President Trump

Israel thanks U.S. for withdrawing from UN Human Rights Council. "An unequivocal statement that enough is enough."

Israel responds: Thank you President Trump

Europe trying to intervene in peace initiative

Britain reportedly planning meeting of foreign ministers from Europe and Arab countries with Jared Kushner.

Europe trying to intervene in peace initiative

Will Prince William visit the Western Wall?

Western Wall rabbi says he was asked to investigate possibility of Prince William visiting the Western Wall.

Will Prince William visit the Western Wall?

Friedman in Washington for talks on Trump peace plan

U.S. ambassador to Israel is in Washington for discussions at the White House and State Department about the administration's peace plan.

Friedman in Washington for talks on Trump peace plan

Israel-Argentina:

Left celebrates cancellation of soccer match

Opposition takes advantage of match cancellation against Argentina. Football Assoc.: 'We'll act harshly against Palestinian incitement.'

Left celebrates cancellation of soccer match

BDS provocation ahead of Netanyahu visit

Day before PM arrives in Britain, anti-Israel demonstration outside British PM home. Minister Erdan: 'Pathetic event'

BDS provocation ahead of Netanyahu visit

'Stop Hamas once and for all'

World Jewish Congress Director calls on Jewish leaders from all over Europe to take action against Hamas.

'Stop Hamas once and for all'

Leading journalist: Netanyahu is an international leader

Leading commentator Nahum Barnea explains how Netanyahu is admired in the world and how his achievements top those of the late Shimon Peres.

Leading journalist: Netanyahu is an international leader

If Iran attacks, NATO won't support Israel

NATO Secretary General says organization doesn't involve itself in Middle East conflicts, security guarantee doesn't apply to Israel.

If Iran attacks, NATO won't support Israel

UN envoy condemns everyone

Nickolay Mladenov condemns Israel's actions on the Gaza border but also criticizes Hamas.

UN envoy condemns everyone

'Trump won't demand anything from Israel for embassy move'

Senior US official tells Arutz Sheva Trump won't level demands on Israel, isn't expected political 'compensation' for embassy move.

'Trump won't demand anything from Israel for embassy move'

Watch: Netanyahu, Putin, attend parade together

PM Netanyahu joins Russia's Pres. Putin in Victory Day parade.

Watch: Netanyahu, Putin, attend parade together