Nitsan Keidar

Nitsan Keidar

News writer and diplomatic correspondent

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Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in J'lem

Security cabinet proposes new measures to crack down on terror after three Israelis killed in attacks in Jerusalem.

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in J'lem

Arab MKs to Visit Temple Mount despite PA Pressure

General strike in the Arab sector and large rally scheduled for Tuesday. MKs will try to enter Temple Mount Wednesday.

Arab MKs to Visit Temple Mount despite PA Pressure

PM Clarifies: Temple Mount Ban Includes Arab MKs

Prime Minister zigzags on Temple Mount, deciding Thursday to also ban Arab MKs from the holy site.

PM Clarifies: Temple Mount Ban Includes Arab MKs

MFA Launches Media War Against PA Incitement

'Incitement is the #1 wave of terror affecting us today,' Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely states after critical meeting.

MFA Launches Media War Against PA Incitement

US Denies Reports it Threatened Israel

State Dept. says reports that Obama caused Netanyahu to fold on Judea-Samaria construction with veto threat are 'false.'

US Denies Reports it Threatened Israel

Obama Twice Refused to Block Palestinian State

Politico reveals Senator Reid twice asked Obama to state he would veto UN resolution establishing 'Palestine,' and was twice ignored.

Obama Twice Refused to Block Palestinian State

Netanyahu to Rebut Abbas in 'Decisive' UN Speech

Sources reveal PM will use speech Thursday to directly attack Abbas's 'lies and incitement' in his cancellation of Oslo Accords.

Netanyahu to Rebut Abbas in 'Decisive' UN Speech

PM Puzzled Over UNGA Links Between Syria, Iran

World leaders have the Iran deal "all wrong," Netanyahu insists before UNGA speech Wednesday.

PM Puzzled Over UNGA Links Between Syria, Iran

Diplomats Told to Expect Temple Mt. Riots Monday

Foreign Ministry briefs envoys worldwide on how to deal with criticism about riots expected to occur on Sukkot.

Diplomats Told to Expect Temple Mt. Riots Monday

Israeli-Russian Coordination Underway in Syria

IDF and Russian army officials to meet on October 5 to discuss preventing accidental exchanges of fire in Syria.

Israeli-Russian Coordination Underway in Syria

Official: Dayan Will Do an Excellent Job in Brazil

Israeli official says that it doesn't seem as though Brazil will cause difficulties over Dani Dayan's appointment as ambassador.

Official: Dayan Will Do an Excellent Job in Brazil

Ya'alon to US for Iran Deal 'Compensation' Talks

US Secretary of Defense makes official invite for late October - just ahead of Netanyahu's visit - as part of covert talks to increase aid.

Ya'alon to US for Iran Deal 'Compensation' Talks

'The UN Fuels the PA's Fire on Temple Mount'

Israel's UN ambassador Ron Prosor condemns global bodies for viewing the Temple Mount 'in the name of Muslims only.'

'The UN Fuels the PA's Fire on Temple Mount'

Democrats Save Iran Deal Again; 3rd Round Awaits

Democrats repeat last week's deal support, but will be tested again - by having to vote against Israel recognition and release of Americans.

Democrats Save Iran Deal Again; 3rd Round Awaits

EP: Label Golan, Judea and Samaria Products

European Parliament voted by large majority to differentiate between pre-1967 Israel and 'occupied Palestinian territories.'

EP: Label Golan, Judea and Samaria Products

Israeli Embassy Reopens in Cairo

Four years after mob raids the premises, Israeli flag raised once again at the embassy in the Egyptian capital.

Israeli Embassy Reopens in Cairo

Israel Greets First Female Envoy to Arab Country

Einat Schlein, a long-time Foreign Ministry employee, presents credentials to King Abdullah of Jordan in moving ceremony.

Israel Greets First Female Envoy to Arab Country

Soccer League Strike over Sabbath Looms

Soccer games may be suspended starting this Saturday, after Labor Court ruled Sabbath games illegal.

Soccer League Strike over Sabbath Looms

Jewish Israeli Man Attempted to Join ISIS

Jewish Israeli man intercepted in Turkey after family turn to Foreign Ministry to stop their son from joining ISIS.

Jewish Israeli Man Attempted to Join ISIS

Turkish Delegation to Visit Israel

For the first time since the Marmara incident, Israel will welcome a delegation from Turkey, in what some see as a step to renewal of ties.

Turkish Delegation to Visit Israel

'Danon Won't Receive a Passport'

Foreign Ministry workers refuse to assist new diplomatic appointees, as part of struggle over salaries.

'Danon Won't Receive a Passport'

PM: We'll Strike Whomever Tries to Strike Us

Prime Minister tours northern theater, warns unfrozen Iranian assets will flow to forces opposing Israel.

PM: We'll Strike Whomever Tries to Strike Us

Envoy to US: Israel's Survival is a Big Deal

Israeli ambassador Ron Dermer says Jerusalem 'not eager to be at odds' with US, but sincerely believes Iran deal threatens its survival.

Envoy to US: Israel's Survival is a Big Deal

Threats Against US Ambassador over Iran Deal

Amb. Shapiro has received threatening letters, and the security around him has been beefed up.

Threats Against US Ambassador over Iran Deal

Republicans Less Sure of Votes Against Iran Deal

Republican senators feel uncertain they will be able to acquire the necessary number of votes to maintain sanctions against Iran.

Republicans Less Sure of Votes Against Iran Deal

Thousands Sign Petition Calling to Arrest Bibi

Nearly 35,000 sign online petition calling for the arrest of Israeli PM during visit to London. British Embassy: It won't happen.

Thousands Sign Petition Calling to Arrest Bibi

McCain: Not Impossible to Override Veto

Arizona senator tells Arutz Sheva the dynamics in Congress favor those who oppose the Iran deal.

McCain: Not Impossible to Override Veto

Prosor to International Community: Wake Up

Israel's UN ambassador demands the Security Council condemn the Palestinian incitement to terrorism, following Monday’s firebomb attack.

Prosor to International Community: Wake Up

Israeli Players Attacked by Fans in Bulgaria

CSKA Sofia fans storm onto field, chase players from the Israeli club Ashdod.

Israeli Players Attacked by Fans in Bulgaria

Obama Fighting for a Veto, Loss is 'Already Clear'

Obama holds conference call in desperate attempt for veto support as adviser admits no deal backing; Pelosi announces media blitz.

Obama Fighting for a Veto, Loss is 'Already Clear'

'Congress Can Keep Iran from Nuclear Threshold'

Netanyahu briefs reporters, says the Iran nuclear deal should not be a partisan matter in Congress.

'Congress Can Keep Iran from Nuclear Threshold'

Minister Shalom Meets with PA Chief Negotiator

Minister Silvan Shalom, who was appointed to head peace talks, met last week in Jordan with the PA’s chief negotiator, Saeb Erekat.

Minister Shalom Meets with PA Chief Negotiator

Huckabee: Obama Marching Israelis to the 'Oven'

GOP presidential hopeful slams Obama administration for Iran deal, calls it 'most feckless' foreign policy in American history.

Huckabee: Obama Marching Israelis to the 'Oven'

Haredi Jew Shot by Robbers in Mexico City

24-year-old shot in the lung by robbers while trying to escape, cousins describe his survival as a 'true miracle.'

Haredi Jew Shot by Robbers in Mexico City

Belgian Team Faces Punishment Over Anti-Semitism

UEFA likely to fine Charleroi soccer team after its fans used the Nazi salute in taunting Beitar Jerusalem fans.

Belgian Team Faces Punishment Over Anti-Semitism

Israel Fights EU Funding of Leftist NGOs

Deputy FM Hotovely tells Arutz Sheva she is demanding European states stop funding subversive Israeli groups immediately.

Israel Fights EU Funding of Leftist NGOs

Israeli Envoy 'Spoils the Party' at UN Iran Vote

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, slams international community's 'poor track record' after it empowers Iranian terror regime.

Israeli Envoy 'Spoils the Party' at UN Iran Vote

Hundreds of American Ambassadors Support Iran Deal

Open letter to US President Barack Obama supports his stance on the deal ahead of expected Congressional showdown.

Hundreds of American Ambassadors Support Iran Deal

Anti-Semitic Polish Politician May Be Jail-Bound

MEP Korwin-Mikke, who gave a Nazi salute during European Parliament, may be guilty of violating ban on incitement to racial hatred.

Anti-Semitic Polish Politician May Be Jail-Bound

Arutz Sheva exclusive

US to Buy Israeli Iran Deal Compliance with Arms?

Senior official confirms Moshe Ya'alon, US counterpart Ashton Carter are very close - meaning compensation package for deal possible.

US to Buy Israeli Iran Deal Compliance with Arms?