Defense/Middle East

Dichter Warns Spanish FM: Arrest Endangers More Than Israel

The former head of Israeli security, Avi Dichter, canceled a trip to Spain over fears he will be greeted with an arrest warrant at Madrid airport.

Religious Soldiers March Forward in Officers’ Course

Religious soldiers once again make up a disproportionately high number of graduating IDF officers course. ”Good education” is cited.

IDF Tank Shells Stop Three Gaza Terrorists; One Killed

Islamic Jihad said one of their terrorists was killed Wednesday when a three-man cell approached the security fence and was met by tank fire.

IDF Dances with Fatah Over Gaza

The IDF is coordinating efforts with the Fatah-led Palestinian Authority to re-install it in Gaza and improve life there without involving Hamas.

Wiki Leaks Exposes Iranian-Islamic High-Tech Jihad Suicide Vest

The Wiki Leaks exposure on the war in Iraq reveals Islamic Jihad and Iran teamed up to design a suicide vest to be detonated by remote control.

US Funds for Israel not ’Foreign Aid,’ says GOP’s Cantor

Jewish Republican Eric Cantor, likely to be the next House Majority Leader, causes uproar by saying funds for Israel are not “foreign aid.”

Senior Israeli-Arab Activist to Admit to Spying

A senior Israeli-Arab activist may admit to spying against Israel in a new plea bargain, but charges of spying for Hizbullah will be dropped.

Shin Bet: Put Terrorists' Citizenship On the Line

The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) backs a bid to punish terrorists with a loss of citizenship. Arab Knesset Members are furious.

‘Syria Helps Hizbullah Build Anti-Israel Army in North Lebanon'

Syria has helped Hizbullah entrench itself in northern Lebanon with 40,000 long-range missiles and 10,000 militia men, Le Figaro reports.

'US Turning Blind Eye to Illegal ISM Activity '

The US ignores illegal activities by the communist-linked ISM, a US investigative reporter tells INN. “A greater threat than armed terrorists.”

Haaretz Spy Saga Continues; Uri Blau Returns to Israel

Uri Blau, the Haaretz journalist who solicited information stolen from the IDF, has returned to Israel after cutting a deal with the state.

Journalistic Dogfight over Gaza, Dogs Continues

Ha'aretz's Gideon Levy admits (sort of) the front page story about a dog's funeral was not published during Cast Lead but three years earlier.

Ashkenazi: 'Marmara' Passengers Fired First

IDF Chief Gabi Ashkenazi reveals that passengers aboard the Gaza-bound ship Mavi Marmara were the first to fire in a May battle.

PA Demands Control over Ramallah Day after Huge Arms Cache Found

A new PA demand for military control over the Ramallah area comes one day after a huge Hamas arms cache was found.

Britain Elects Islamic Mayor, Marks Increasing Muslim Influence

The election of an Islamic mayor in a British borough indicates the growing Muslim influence in the country.

Marzel-Ben Gvir to Remember Kahane with Rally in Arab City

Nationalist activists Marzel and Ben-Gvir will march in the stronghold of the Islamic Movement, one day after the memorial for Rabbi Kahane.

‘Juniper Falcon 11’ Exercise Shows ‘Progress in Israeli-US Ties

US and Israel conclude Juniper Falcon 11 - a several day-long command post simulation and training exercise.

Israel's 'Lt.Gen Computer' Can Plan Military Operations

Meet TARGET - an Israeli combat-proven mission planning software, with unique image analysis capabilities and numerous mission planning tools

PA Offers Incentives to Jerusalem Investors

Palestinian Authority tries to strengthen its claims on Jerusalem with a new company aimed at promoting projects in the capital and its suburbs.

Former Leftist: End Myth of Right-Wing Incitement

Dudu Elharar, a former 'proud Leftist,' calls to end the myth that right-wing incitement preceded Rabin's death. 'Rabin is spinning in his grave.'

IDF Plays Matchmaker to Hareidi Soldiers

In an initiative to assist hareidi-religious soldiers, the IDF is working with rabbis, matchmakers to find former soldiers hareidi brides.

Ayalon Calls for a United Front of NGOs, Academe for Israel

Deputy Foreign Minister suggests a network of Jewish, non-Jewish groups against de-legitimization of Israel. Rupert Murdoch decries 'soft war.'

Canada Denies Dubai's Claim that It Arrested Mossad Spy

The Dubai police chief still insists Canada arrested a Mossad operative who he claims helped murder a Hamas terrorist in January. Ottawa denies it.

Police Expel Couple and Baby, Wreck Home in Middle of the Night

Police woke up a young family in the middle of the night and ordered them out of their home, which was then demolished – and immediately rebuilt.

New IDF Program Gives Equal Time to Army, Torah

A new IDF “hesder” program allows recruits to spend two years in active service and two years studying Torah.

Muslim Suicide Bomber Attacks Parliament in Chechnya

A Muslim suicide bomber killed at least four people at the Russian-Backed parliament in Chechnya, where Muslim insurgents are challenging Moscow.

NY Jury Convicts Would-be Bronx Synagogue Bombers

Four terrorists have been convicted of plotting to fire missiles at military planes and bomb synagogues in the Bronx, New York.

Bishops Discuss Middle East Threats to Christians

Two-week Vatican conference of bishops underway to discuss the future of the dwindling Middle East's Muslim-threatened Christian communities.

Canada Punished in UN for Backing Israel

The UN has humiliated Canada and rejected its bid for a seat on the Security Council. Canadian media cite the reason: Ottawa’s pro-Israel stand.

Interview: Don't Believe Everything You Hear About 'the Harvest'

The olive harvest isn't just about olives, says Gershon Mesika, chairman of the Samaria Regional Council; nowadays it's an excuse to bash Israel.

Blood Libel: NIF-Linked Group Blames Israel for Leukemia in Gaza

WILPF, whose Israel branch is a member of NIF umbrella group, says Israel 'bleats' about anti-Semitism, 'merrily' shooting children's brains out.

Foreign Media Turns Jewish Victims into Attackers

An AFP news article written more like an Arab editorial charges that a fire in an olive grove was set by Jewish "firebombers" from Gilad Farms.

Last Ramallah Lynch-Mobster Acquitted

IDF military court finds Wisam Ali Mahmad Raadi innocent of manslaughter charges in the infamous lynch-murder of two IDF soldiers 10 years ago.

Iran Becomes President of OPEC

The 12 member nations of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries have elected Iran to become the organization's 2011 president.

Building Resumes in Jerusalem

The Housing Ministry quietly approves the construction of 240 homes in northern Jerusalem.

New Site to Counter 'Olive Harvest' Libel

Tired of libelous anti-Israeli reports during the annual olive harvest, Samaria residents create a website to show their side of the story.

Hamas Censors Arab Media in Gaza, Closes PA Union HQ

Hamas forces in Gaza raided the offices of the Palestinian Journalists’ Union, effectively closing down the organization on Tuesday.

Ahmadinejad 'At Home' in Lebanon, Vows to Fight 'Zionist Enemy'

Ahmadinejad arrived in Lebanon and vowed to fight the "Zionist enemy" and its supporters. He is to arrive near the Israeli border Thursday.

Israel Police Demolish Maoz Esther--Again

The tiny hillside neighborhood of Maoz Esther, outside the Samarian Jewish community of Kochav HaShachar, is again a target for Israel Police.

PA Plans Int'l Airport, Fayyad Promotes Provocations

The PA plans to build an international airport in Jericho and started an unauthorized industrial park in an area under total Israeli control.

Poll: America Supports Israel, Rejects Obama's Policies

A poll conducted by McLaughlin and Associates finds that most Americans support Israel, reject Obama's pressure.

Barkat: 'Just Say No' to Splitting Jerusalem

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat says Israel should "just say 'no'" when it comes to the Arab demand for half of Jerusalem.

Lose-Lose: Brit Paper Slams Israel for Easing Gaza Closure

After demanding that Israel ease its closure on Gaza, the London Independent finds that this move, too, hurts Gazans.

Commander of German Military Visits Israel

Commander of the German Military General Volker Wieker visits IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi in Israel for the first time Tuesday.

Rocks at MKs Who Toured City of David

A vehicle carrying members of the Knesset's State Control Committee came under a rock attack from Jerusalem Arabs Tuesday. No one was hurt.

Bil'in Riot Organizer Gets One Year in Jail

Military court sentences Abdullah Abu Rahma, organizer of riots favored by foreign leftists, to 12 months in jail. Prosecution asked for two years.

IDF Shows Off ‘Trophy’ Tank Defense System

The IDF is showing off its new Trophy "wind jacket" tank defense system Tuesday with its first appearance in a joint combat exercise.

The 'Wall of Broken Hearts’ in Memory of Fallen Golani Soldiers

A Wall of Broken Hearts remembers fallen Golani soldier. Architect: It is almost inhuman to have to decide how much space to leave for more names.

Nobel Prof. Aumann: The Frantic Desire for Peace Only Brings War

Nobel price winner and mathematician Professor Yisrael Aumann believes game theory can be applied to peace talks. Otherwise, they can lead to war.

Al-Qaeda Magazine Interviews 'Proud' Traitor to US

US Man suspected of being “key player” in al-Qaeda magazine says that he plans to “wage jihad” for the rest of his life. "I'm a traitor."

Obama Uses 'Security' Waiver to Evade PA Funding Restrictions

President Obama's used a "security" waiver to get around laws restricting funding to the PA, He did not say how much money he is sending, or why.

Large Police Exercise in Jerusalem Area Tuesday

Thousands of police, Border Police, special forces, rescue workers and IDF soldiers to participate.

Video: Israel's New UAV Flies Like a Plane, Hovers Like a Copter

A video shows Israel's new UAV in action The Panther is a new revolutionary tilt-rotor unmanned aerial vehicle for tactical missions

Dubai Assassination Case Back to Square One

Dubai’s probe of the death of Hamas co-founder Mabhouh now involves a forged passport of a fallen IDF soldier, sending police back to square one.

Every Army Fights in Urban Terrain - The IDF Fights for Its Home

The Latrun Military 2010 Conference last week focused on ‘Fighting in Urban Terrain," which in Israel means fighting for one's home.

City of Ariel Unconcerned by U.S. Media Attack

Several U.S. papers try to shake Ariel's “consensus” status. Ariel officials say reports misrepresent the situation.

IAF Hits Gaza Terrorist's Car to Foil Plot

IAF planes hit a car belonging to a Gaza terrorist plotting an attack, three are wounded.

Bad News for Obama? Voter Poll Shows Nationalist Camp Growing

Nationalist and religious camp, including hareidi parties, would grow from 65 to 73 Knesset seats, while the Left would shrink from 55 to 47.

Netanyahu in Lod, Vows City will Not Become 'Wild West'

Prime Minister holds special news conference in city suffering from Arab violence, after two murders this week.

IAF Gaza Air Strikes Wound 4 Terrorists

Four terrorists were wounded in IAF air strikes on Gaza before dawn Thursday morning in retaliation for Kassam rocket attacks fired at Israel.