Defense/Middle East

Muslims Murder Six Christians in Egyptian Religious Warfare

Egyptian Muslims gunned down six Christians, whose community has charged the government with ignoring Muslim violence. Egypt: An isolated incident.

Security Upgrades at Ben Gurion International Airport

Israel has upgraded its international travel security with a new biometric screening system, starting with El Al frequent flyers.

IDF’s Strongest Retaliation in Gaza Since Cast Lead

The IDF bombed Gaza at night in the strongest attack since Cast Lead and 24 hours after the IDF said the campaign has brought quiet to the area.

Jurist? Foreign Ministry Wants YOU for Global Fight!

The Foreign Ministry is looking to hire jurists to fight for Israel on the international front. There are seven positions up for grabs.

Video: Theology Students in the Hills of Judea

Mayor of the Judea community of Efrat hosted a group of German speaking theology students on Thursday and answered their political inquiries.

Shemot: The Innocent Evil

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Hamas Mob Riot Over Steel Wall

Residents of Hamas-controlled Gaza attack Egyptian soldiers guarding construction of underground steel anti-smuggling wall, kill one soldier.

Norway, Arab Royalty Fund Clinton Foundation in 2009

Some of the heftiest contributions to the William J. Clinton Foundation in 2009 came from the government of Norway and a host of Arab donors.

PR Man Diagnoses OCID: Obsessive Compulsive Israel Disorder

Two new video clips are examples of a proactive public relations change for Israel to combat widespread "Obsessive Compulsive Israel Disorder."

Mubarak: Israel Can Build – in Exchange for Fatah Prisoners

Egyptian paper reports new Presidential initiative: Israel can build in Judea/Samaria - but must also free terrorists and destroy outposts.

Iraq: Sue Israel for Billions for 1981 Bombing of Nuclear Site

Iraq plans to use UN channels to seek billions of dollars in damages from Israel for the 1981 surprise strike on its nuclear facility at Osirak.

Air Force Strafes Rocket Terrorists

The IAF strafed Gaza terrorists preparing to attack Israel with rockets. One member of the cell was killed and three others were wounded.

Israelis Flock to Egypt for Abuhatzeira Pilgrimage

Hundreds of Israelis are flocking to the grave of Rabbi Yaakov Abuhatzeira in Egypt. Mubarak says he will permit as many as want to come.

Legal Group: High Court Should Stay Out of Defense Matters

Legal NGO Chairwoman Darshan-Leitner: why do judges consult professionals in matters of medicine or construction, but not on defense?

Jordanian Double Agent Murders 7 CIA, 1 Fellow Jordanian Spy

A Jordanian spy sent to Afghanistan to search out top Al Qaeda leaders turned double agent and murdered 7 CIA men and 1 Jordanian.

Hareidi Participation in Army On the Rise

The number of hareidi-religious men in the army is increasing: Over 1,000 in the IDF, and nearly another 1,100 in National Service.

Police Foil Terrorist Attack in Jerusalem’s Old City

A bloody terrorist attack in the heart of Jerusalem’s Old City was prevented Monday night. Three Hevron Arabs were arrested with knives.

Arab Fired for Spreading Anti-Israel Disinformation At Work

Three Arab employees of Israeli institutions revealed that they use their positions to slam Israel, against their employers' knowledge.

Mubarak to Netanyahu: Jerusalem Must be up for Negotiation

PA Chairman Abbas claims that Mubarak informed Prime Minister Netanyahu there would be no Arab-Israeli negotiations without Jerusalem on the table.

MK Rotem: If Settlements are Cancer I Hope it Grows and PA Dies

Rhetoric gets oncological as Arab Knesset members continue their anti-Zionist outbursts and nationalists respond.

‘Passenger Behavior’ Key to Catching Airline Terrorists

While the US and other countries beef up airport searches for terrorists, an Israeli expert advises that eying passenger behavior is critical.

Midnight Trauma: Police Expel ‘Settlers,’ Wreck Home Second Time

Police, for the second time, expelled a Jewish family at Negohot and wrecked their home. Government-subsidized bus service has been cut.

United States, Britain Closing Embassies in Yemen

The United States and Britain have decided to close their embassies in Yemen in the wake of threats of their being attacked by terrorists.

New UN Sanctions on Iran in 30 Days, Says Deputy Minister

The UN will clamp tougher sanctions against Iran in a month, Deputy Minister Ayalon said one day after Tehran issued an ultimatum to the West.

Zambian Presidential Candidate: Israel has the Right to Defense

Dr. Saviour Chisimba, Zambian presidential candidate, supports Israel and its war against terror

Video: Ayalon: Operation Cast Lead Proves Deterrence Works

Marking a year after ground forces entered Gaza, Deputy Foreign Minister Ayalon visited wounded soldiers and said the campaign was successful.

Photo Essay: Arabs Riot, Unafraid of IDF

Arabs throw rocks, injure 16 year old Israeli in Binyamin. Documentation shows IDF lacking in power of deterrence.

Arab MK: Tel Aviv is the Arab Village of Sheikh Munis!

A rancorous TV interview last week with an Arab MK that revealed his apparent desires to conquer Tel Aviv continues to make waves.

Lieberman Gathers Ambassadors, Reminds them They Work for Israel

Foreign Minister Lieberman rounds up Israel's ambassadors for a holiday season get-together, tells them to guard Israel's dignity.

29 MKs Challenge Construction Ban in Letter to PM

29 Lawmakers sent a joint letter to Prime Minister Netanyahu challenging the government’s current ban on Jewish construction in Judea and Samaria.

Har Bracha Students Appeal Removal from Hesder Program

Har Bracha students have petitioned the High Court to revoke Defense Minister Ehud Barak's decision to oust their yeshiva from the Hesder program.

San Francisco Zionists Cow Anti-Israel Protestors

An anti-Israel rally in San Francisco marking the anniversary of Operation Cast Lead met with an unexpectedly assertive Zionist counter-protest.

Video: One Year Since Cast Lead – Sderot Sends Message of Hope

Video: children of Sderot released balloons bearing messages of hope for Gaza children, while Arabs held anti-Israel protests in Egypt and Gaza.

Girls Sue Police for Abuse During Search

Seven girls are suing the Israel Police, charging they were abused while being searched two years ago after entering a closed area near Beit El.

Iranian Mullah: Kill the Protesters

An Iranian mullah says the Islamic Republic should simply murder anti-regime protesters, but a previously unknown group threatens to take up arms.

Netanyahu Hints IDF Must be Present on Future PA-Jordan Border

Netanyahu has publicly hinted for the first time that the IDF must be present along eastern border of a future PA state to control terror.

MKs Consider Legislation to Keep Highway Safe From Terrorism

One MK says Route 443 should be annexed to Israel, others want a law circumventing recent Supreme Court decision opening it to Arab travel.

Rabbis to US Ambassador: Time to 'Go Biblical' with Arabs

'Up until now we tried every formula except for that which is delineated in the Bible,' RCP rabbis tell Ambassador Cunningham.

Video: Min. Hershkovitz to Settlers: No Better Government

Head of Jewish Home visits protest tent, says 'We have no better government. Even if the freeze decision is painful.'

US Judge: State Dept. ‘Mealy-Mouthed’ in Suit against PA

A US judge called Obama aides “unhelpful” and the State Dept. “mealy mouthed” for silence in a lawsuit against the PA for a terrorist attack.

Foiled US Plane Bombing Explodes Myth of Poverty-Terror Link

Last week’s attempt to blow up a US plane exploded the myth that terrorists are poor. The suspect is wealthy and linked with Al-Qaeda

Jews Remain in Eye of Al-Qaeda Storm

Attention in the war against int’l terrorism and Al-Qaeda is once again drawn to Yemen, the Arabian peninsula nation where 300 Jews still remain.

'Viva Palestina' Blocked at Red Sea, Will Try for Gaza Via Syria

A British legislator has led his convoy of aid for Gaza out of Aqaba and is now heading for Syria after learning the Egyptians cannot be pressured.

Barak Forces Rabbi Ronsky Out of Army

Defense Minister Barak, after having silenced IDF Chief Rabbi Ronsky several times, has taken the unprecedented step of not renewing his term.

Barak: ’Regular’ Attack Cannot Hit Iran’s Nuclear Plant

A "regular” attack on Iran’s nuclear plant at Qom would be futile, Barak said. He also outraged some MKs by comparing "settlers" with the IRA.

PA Rewards Hamas and Fatah Terrorists for Long Jail Terms

The US has approved $500 million for the PA, which says it rewards Hamas and Fatah terrorists. The more time in jail, the higher the "salaries.”

A Tale of Two Gazas: Website Pictures Deny ‘Humanitarian Crisis’

A Tale of Two Gazas: An Arabic-language site showed a world of plenty for Arabs celebrating a recent festival; its English site focused on m

High Court Demands that Security Fence be Moved in Samaria

The High Court is forcing the state to re-route the security barrier, a change that will isolate large Jewish communities in western Samaria.

Lieberman Makes it Clear: ‘No to Oslo Illusion and Fantasy'

Foreign Minister Lieberman told Israeli diplomats to make it clear to the world: Oslo was an illusion. On Syria, "Forget about indirect talks."

US Wants Clarifications on Counterterrorist Operation

The US wants Israel to do some explaining after IDF raid leaves three Fatah murderers dead.

Rabbi Melamed: No Clash Between Jewish Law & Battle Orders

Rabbi E. Melamed, whose yeshiva has been removed from the IDF’s Hesder arrangement, says Def. Min. Barak has “forced an artificial clash upon us.”

Arab Terrorists Firebomb Bus; Young Woman Wounded

Arab terrorists continued to attack Israelis Sunday and firebombed a public bus south of Hevron, wounding an 18-year-old woman.

Murderers of Rabbi Chai Killed By IDF, Security Forces

General Security Services in partnership with soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) killed the murderers of Rabbi Meir Avshalom Chai.

IDF’s ‘Xmas Goodwill’ Eases PA Arab Travel into Israel

The IDF is significantly easing travel limits for Arabs during the Christian holidays and is allowing an unlimited number of Arabs to enter Israel

Hamas Rocket Victims Sue in Belgium for War Crimes Arrests

An unprecedented lawsuit by Belgian-Israeli victims of Hamas rocket attacks asks a Belgian court to arrest leaders of the terrorist organization.

12th Graders: We’ll Fight for Israel and not Expel Jews

Barak faces new opposition to using IDF to expel Jews. Two hundred 12th graders wrote they want to serve the country but not in an expulsion army.

Women and Children, Saved From Arab Villages, Pray At Holy Tomb

Three buses of women and children arrived at the Tomb of Rabbi Meir Baal HaNess during Hanukkah to pray after being rescued from Arab villages.

Rivlin's New Year's Card: Fight Terror Before It's Too Late

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin sent New Year's greetings to heads of parliament worldwide, urging them to fight terror before it is too late.

R' Yaakov Shapira Visits Pollard, Finds Him 'Full of Thoughts'

Mercaz HaRav Dean Pollard, sings 'Next Year in Jerusalem.'

Netanyahu Puts Decision on Shalit in Hamas’ Hands

Israel decided that nearly 100 terrorists, to be freed for Shalit, will be deported while seven others will remain in jail. Hamas now must decide.