The Case of the Missing Letter: US Evades a Written Promise
The U.S. State Dept. refuses to state whether Secretary Clinton will stand behind promises to Prime Minister Netanyahu and put them in writing.
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Police Raid Yeshiva in Middle of Night
Police raided a yeshiva and learned they could not find anything illegal or criminal. They went outside and started handing out traffic tickets.
Russia to Give Sell Lebanon Tanks, Helicopters
Lebanese PM Hariri says Russia will sell tanks, cannons, and attack helicopters, which the IDF warns could end up in Hizbullah's hands.
Journalists Charged in Iran in 'Death by Stoning' Controversy
Two German journalists are charged with spying against Iran after questioning relatives of a woman sentenced to death by stoning.
Egyptian Muslims Attack Christians over Romance Rumors
Egyptian Muslims attacked Christians and burned their homes over rumors of a romance between a Christian man and Muslim woman.
Robert Gates Takes Military Option Off Iranian Table
US Defense Secretary Gates takes the military option off the table and says there is evidence that Ahmadinejad is lying on impact of sanctions.
Abbas Stalls US on Freeze
Abbas postponed a meeting with a senior US diplomat as Arab leaders ponder whether to turn down Obama and look to the UN.
Rabbi Dov Lior Tells PM: Stand Like a Rock Against Our Enemies
Rabbi Lior, a leading religious-Zionist rabbi, called on Netanyahu not to budge in the face of US pressure. Emergency meeting of rabbis called.
Israel's Highest Quality Satellite Presented at Aerospace Conf.
IAI presents OptSat 3000 - the third generation of optical observation satellite. Here's looking at you, Ahmadinejad!
Interview with World Expert on Anti-Semitism: Danger is Real
Professor Robert S. Wistrich of Hebrew U. says anti-Zionism is just the medium for renewed WWII type anti-Semitism and we must wake up.
Israel Uncovers $620,000 that Hamas Smuggles into Samaria
Security personnel Sunday confiscated $620,000 and possessions of a senior Hamas terrorist operating out of Samaria, near Netanya.
High Tech May Send Sniffer Dogs Back to the Doghouse
High tech sensors may be able to “sniff out” explosives better than sniffer dogs, according to researchers to Tel Aviv University.
Analysis: Abbas Silent on Freeze, Likud Argues and Obama Cheers
Analysis: The Likud is squabbling over a new building freeze, Kadima waits in the wings, Obama cheers – and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is silent.
Lame-Duck Congressman Removes Hold on Military Aid for Lebanon
A senior US legislator, who will lose a committee position in the new GOP-controlled Congress, does a U-turn and backs military aid for Lebanon.
Beit Haggai Orphans Keep Slain Parents' Dreams Alive
The Imes family orphans work to fulfill their parents' dreams by ascending to the Temple Mount, and hope to build a new Jewish town.
Hershkowitz Would Make Deal, Freeze Construction
Jewish Home head Minister Hershkowitz said he would agree to a short freeze on Judea and Samaria construction if Obama promised it was the last.
Funeral for Pilot Amichai Itkis
IAF pilot Amichai Itkis will be buried Friday. He was killed in a training crash on Wednesday.
Yesha Council Cartoon Tells Obama: Don't Play G-d
Words seem to have no effect on US President when it comes to the right of Jews to Judea and Samaria. Yesha Council tries a cartoon instead.
Meet the Israeli Unmanned Ground Combat Vehicle - AvantGuard
The AvantGaurd Unmanned Vehicle, which was developed in Israel, can carry out dangerous combat asignements without endangering forces
MPs Fight Online Anti-Semitism
MPs from around the world plan to fight anti-Semitism online by getting top companies involved.
IDF Arrests Senior Hamas Official in Ramallah
Israeli soldiers arrested a senior Hamas official who formerly was taken into custody following the kidnapping of Gilad Shalit.
Sen. Kerry Urges Turkey to Repair Ties with Israel
Senator John Kerry, whose influence on foreign policy will be weakened in the new Congress, visits Israel after advising Turkey to make amends.
Bush Reveals: I Ordered the Pentagon to Study a Strike on Iran
In his new autobiography, former U.S. President admits to considering an attack on Iran.
New Turkish Anti-Israel Film Highlights Revenge against IDF
Turkey is testing the chilly diplomatic ties with Israel with another anti-Zionist production, this time featuring the murder of Israeli soldiers.
US-Born Yemeni Preacher: World Needs More Muslim Terror
A U.S.-born radical cleric has chastised Muslim preachers, telling them to do more to support terrorism.
Netanyahu: Jerusalem is Not a Settlement
Jerusalem is not a “settlement;” it is Israel's capital city, Netanyahu says in response to criticism.
Arab League Threatens to End Talks, Disband PA
Arab League head Amr Moussa threatens to end the prospect of peace talks and accuses Israel of causing Arab world's woes.
German Foreign Minister: Iran’s Words Are not Enough
Germany Foreign Minister Westerwelle says Iran’s words aren’t enough, but he still seeks a diplomatic solution. He will visit Gaza – but not Hamas.
Bush ‘Political Comeback Memoir’ Exposes Israeli Strike on Syria
Bush’s memoir, an attempt to boost his lowly political image, goes on sale Tuesday, exposing what everyone knows: Israel bombed Syria nuke site.
US Swerves from Backing Israel’s Call to Target Iran
Hours after Biden declared "unswerving support” for Israel, Defense Secretary Gates rejected Netanyahu’s call for a military threat to Iran
U.S. Congress Backs Israel, Will Israel Join In?
Will Netanyahu stand behind members of the U.S. Congress who fight Arab enmity toward Israel?
Arabs Stone Israel Ambulances Trying to Save Arab Boy
Jerusalem area Arabs once again stone Israeli Magen David ambulances trying to help neighbors.
Israel Okays Machine Guns for Gaza Protection of UNRWA
Israel has allowed UN security personnel in Gaza with machine guns to fend off terrorists gunning for UNRWA director John Ging.
Netanyahu to Tell UN: Israel to Withdraw from Ghajar
PM Binyamin Netanyahu plans to tell UN Secy-Gen. Ban Ki-moon that Israel will withdraw from the northern border village of Ghajar.
IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza, 1 Injured
IAF pilots fired two rockets at Gaza terror targets Saturday night after civilians in southern Israel came under rocket fire on the Sabbath.
Suit Rejected; Destruction of Temple-Era Finds to Continue
The High Court has rejected a private claim against the Islamic Wakf over the destruction of Temple-period Jewish artifacts.
PA Angered by Israeli Keffiyeh
The Palestinian Authority has expressed anger over the Israeli Keffiyeh worn by Zionist activists and has accused Israel of stealing Arab culture.
IDF Rabbis Display Technology for Solving Problems of Jewish Law
IDF Rabbinate and Technology Conference: Technological developments which solve problems that contradict religious observance during army service
Car Bomb near Hamas Police Office in Gaza; One Dead
A car bomb exploded near the Hamas police station in Gaza City, killing at least one person and injuring one other.
Former Iranian Revolutionary Guard: Iran Will Bomb Israel
In an interview with INR's Yishai Fleisher, Reza Kahlili explained the cruelty and oppression of Iran's regime and the real threat to Israel.
Anger at IDF's Firing of Security Officer
Judea and Samaria residents are up in arms after a local IDF commander fired one town's security officer for having shot at Arab infiltrators.
US Army Vets Surprised to Find Israel a 'Beautiful Country’
Wounded US Army vets visiting Israel are surprised that instead of finding a “terror-stricken country, we stood in front of a beautiful country.”
Israel Ready to Export Advanced 'Merkava 4' Tank
Israel to sell Merkava 4 tanks, Tiger APC for the first time.
U.S. Synagogues Tighten Security
U.S. synagogues review security with help from the Department of Homeland Security following Yemen bomb plot.
IDF Uncovers Terrorists, Assault Rifles in PA-Controlled Hevron
The IDF and police arrested seven Arab terrorists and uncovered a large weapons cache in Hevron, where the PA says it halts terror.
Terror Hits Greece, Germany, Iraq as US Votes; Bombs Kill 62
As the US goes to the polls, terrorists kill 62 people in Iraq following a massacre at church. Mail bombs found in Germany and Greece.
ADL: Carter Has Forgotten His Apology to Israel
ADL head Abraham Foxman takes on former President Carter over his invective on Israel, which followed an apology for similarly harsh remarks.
US Meets with Gaza on Exports despite Israeli Embargo
US Consul General in Jerusalem met 15 businessmen from Hamas-ruled Gaza. PA news agency says they discussed ways of enabling exports to US,
IDF Intelligence Chief: Hizbullah Can Take Over Lebanon in a Day
Hizbullah can take over Lebanon “in a matter of hours,” outgoing IDF military intelligence chief Amos Yadlin told a Knesset committee Tuesday.
US About-Face on Syria; 'Golan not Worth Lebanon’
In a sign of another Obama ”engagement” failure, a top US official said Syria can forget about the Golan while damaging US interests in Lebanon.
Four of Five Jews: Arabs Would Destroy Israel if They Could
Poll finds two thirds of the Israeli Jewish public think that even if a peace treaty is signed, 'Palestinians' would still want Israel gone.
Fayyad Blocked from PA Dedication in Jerusalem
Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad has been blocked from three dedication ceremonies in Jerusalem at projects funded by the PA.
Netanyahu to Meet Biden in New Orleans
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is to meet with U.S. Vice President Joe Biden next week in New Orleans amidst speculation over talks with PA.
US Proposal: Israel to Lease Jordan Valley from PA
Rumors are growing of an American proposal for Israel to lease the Jordan Valley from the Palestinian Authority.
GOP Surge Expected to Weaken Obama’s Support of PA Demands
An expected drubbing of the Democratic party by the GOP Tuesday probably will weaken PA demands and strengthen Israel, foreign analysts say.
Bill to Limit Army Exemption for Religious Girls
A proposed law would define girls' religiosity by attendance at a religious educational institution in order to receive military service exemption.
Fire Blamed on Jews was Accidental, Police Say
A fire at a Jerusalem church that was blamed on “extremist settlers” was actually caused by the church's own candles, police find.
Senator Schumer: Settlements No Obstacle to Peace
Arab refusal to recognize the Jewish state, not Israeli towns in Judea and Samaria, is the obstacle to Middle East peace, senator says.
UN Org.: Rachel's Tomb is a Mosque
UNESCO officially brands Rachel's Tomb a mosque, wants the tombs of Patriarchs and Matriarchs off “Heritage Site” list.
Rights Group Charges: PA Workers Turned Violent during Expulsion
PA workers hired by the Civil Administration to demolish Jewish homes became violent when young Jews protested, rights group says.
