Defense/Middle East

Jimmy Carter: 'I Repent For Stigma I Created Against Israel'

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter is asking for forgiveness for stigmas he caused against Israel as a result of his peace agenda.

Shalit Caught in the Middle of ‘No-Win’ Negotiations

Rumors, leaks and talks are in high gear while Gilad Shalit remains silenced, with his condition unknown. The saga may linger a lot longer.

Global Anti-Israel Protests Expected on 'Cast Lead' Anniversary

The anniversary of Israel's Operation Cast Lead in Gaza is set to be a catalyst for a series of anti-Israel protests. Western VIPs will take part.

Again: MKs Freeze Money for Defense Ministry

Knesset Finance Committee holding up NIS 0.5 billion slated for Defense Ministry until Barak takes care of compensation for freeze victims.

Iran, not Israel, is Arabs’ Worst Enemy, Survey Reveals

Iran’s nuclear threat has replaced Israel as the Arab world’s public enemy number 1, according to a survey of the Arab world.

PA Working to Harm Yesha Economy

The American-backed Fatah leadership is trying to ban Jewish products from Judea and Samaria.

All Eyes and Ears on Cabinet Session on Shalit Deal

The Cabinet will meet on Monday as an emotionally taut nation takes sides on freeing hundreds of terrorists in exchange for Shalit.

Jewish Mom: Bring Back Shalit with My Children Trapped in Gaza

A Jewish woman, who fled from her brutal Arab husband, is asking the government to include her three trapped children in a deal for Shalit.

MK Schneller: Solve Hesder Crisis with team of IDF Rabbis

MK Otniel Schneller says crisis between IDF and Hesder could be solved by creating a team of military rabbis headed by the Chief IDF Rabbi.

Ayalon Warns EU Over Jerusalem Decision

Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon: if EU adopts unilateral resolution, Israel will not be committed to post-Oslo agreements.

Head of 'Mercaz HaRav' Lends Support to Rabbi Melamed

Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, Head of Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva, called upon Hesder rabbis to unite behind Har Bracha Yeshiva in crisis with Defense Ministry.

Im Tirzu Brings Chanukah to Na'alin

Im Tirzu activists brought donuts and Chanukah cheer to soldiers at the controversial security barrier at Na'alin.

Jewish Music Banned at Holy Site

A human rights group has accused Israeli police of discriminating against Hevron's Jews by banning Jewish music near the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Petition of Hesder Yeshiva Educators in Support of R. Melamed

Rabbis and educators support Har Bracha Hesder Yeshiva Head in struggle with the Ministry of Defense.

Moshe Arens: Barak’s Ouster of Hesder Yeshiva ‘Endangers Israel’

Moshe Arens, envoy to the US, told Arutz 7 that Barak “is endangering the country” by ousting the Har Bracha yeshiva from the Hesder program.

Jews in Samaria, Arabs in Jerusalem Arrested in Protests

Six Jews in Samaria were arrested after blocking Civil Administration inspectors, and police held six Arabs holding an illegal rally in Jerusalem.

Border Police to Recruit: Will You Expel Your Friends?

Border Police officials admitted they improperly kicked out a recruit after asking him if he would expel friends and family in his own community.

Terrorists Fired on Sderot with Russian-Made Rockets

For the second time in a week, Gaza terrorists attacked Jewish communities in southern Israel, this time using advanced Russian-made rockets.

Eye-Witness Tzufim Resident Recalls Police Brutality, Tricks

"The violence meted out by the border police and the Yassam was horrifying," says Tzufim resident Gila Slonim.

'Shocked' British Foreign Minister Calls Livni

David Miliband calls Tzipi Livni after British court issued arrest warrant against her, promises to make things right.

Lieberman: British Behavior Bodes Ill for Future

After England nearly arrested Tzipi Livni, Foreign Min. Lieberman said: Israel expects a more 'objective and balanced' position from the British.

Eichler: Media is Afraid Religious Soldiers will Take Over

Journalist and former Knesset member Rabbi Yisrael Eichler: G-d is revealing the hellenizers on Chanukah.

Video of Violence at Tzufim: 11 Hurt, Two Arrested

Video: Samaria residents block IDF inspectors who attempted to impound heavy construction vehicles. Police: a policewoman was attacked.

Abbas Ditches Roadmap, No Talks Unless Israeli Withdraws

PA chairman Abbas said Tuesday he will not return to negotiate with Israel unless the Jewish State agrees to surrender all of pre-1967 Israel.

IDF Ashamed of Chief Rabbi?

The IDF wants to hide its Chief Rabbi, Brig.-Gen. Ronsky, forbidding him to appear at a Knesset ceremony marking a year since Operation Cast Lead.

Hizbullah Entrenches in Lebanon; Obama Says ‘Honor Ceasefire’

While Lebanon formally lets Hizbullah remain armed, Obama wants Beirut to stop arms smuggling and Israel to honor UN ceasefire resolution.

Britain in Turmoil over Arrest Order for Livni

The British government is urgently trying to repair the diplomatic damage following confirmation that an arrest warrant was issued for Tzipi Livni.

Did a British Judge Issue an Arrest Warrant for Livni?

Opposition Leader Livni canceled appearance at London conference, and Arab news network said a British court has issued a warrant for her arrest.

Netanyahu Backs Barak Against Har Bracha Yeshiva

Prime Minister's Bureau: Netanyahu will not intervene and backs the Defense Minister's decision.

MKs Want 'Anti-IDF' Gay Activist Out of IDF Telethon

After Arutz Sheva exposé, MKs want Gal Uchovsky, who signed 'anti-IDF' petition after Cast Lead, out of 'Shirutrom.'

Arabs Stone Chief Rabbi at Village of Torched Mosque

Arabs hurled stones at the Chief Rabbi of Israel, who visited their village to condemn the torching of a local mosque by a Jew.

Students' Turn: Will They Remain in Har Brachah?

Ball passes to the Hesder students, present and future: Will they choose yeshiva, or army? Preliminary indications are: yeshiva.

Reign of Arab Terror Returns, IDF Foils Knife Attack

Soldiers caught an Arab teenager with two knives at a checkpoint Monday as grassroots terrorist movement catches fire in the Palestinian Authority.

Barak Ousts Rabbi Melamed’s Yeshiva from ‘Hesder’ Program

Defense Minister Ehud Barak has announced he is tossing Rabbi Melamed’s Hesder yeshiva out of the IDF. “Keep the army out of politics,” he said.

Rabbi Melamed Rejects ‘Hearing;’ MK Ben-Ari: Barak ’Obsessed’

Hesder yeshiva Rabbi Eliezer Melamed will not accept Barak’s summons to a “hearing” Sunday night. MK Ben-Ari says Defense Minister is “obsessed.”

US Pressures Israel to Leave Ghajar

Washington is pressuring Israel to withdraw from the village of Ghajar, which straddes Israel's northern border with Lebanon, says a US source.

The 'Druckman Solution’ to Hesder-Barak Quarrel

The Defense Ministry is waiting for Hesder yeshiva Rabbi Melamed to sign a letter by Rabbi Druckman against soldiers’ anti-expulsion protests.

Growing Cabinet Opposition to Freeing Barghouti

Another Cabinet minister has spoken out against freeing terrorist Marwan Barghouti for the safe return of kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit.

Solidarity Shabbat Services & Chanukah Lights in Nahlat Shimon

Solidarity Shabbat services and Chanukah candle lighting in Nahlat Shimon to strengthen the community against anti-Israel activists from abroad.

MK Elkin Fights for Hesder by Withholding Money from DM Barak

In response to Defense Minister Barak withholding 22 million NIS from Hesder yeshivot, MK Elkin will keep 3 billion NIS from the defense ministry.

Terrorist Marwan Barghouti: I Have Not Changed

Marwan Barghouti, in prison for planning the murder of dozens of Israelis, told CNN he has not changed. He expects to be freed in deal for Shalit.

Video: Fighting the Anti-IDF City Exhibit in Holon

Dr. Lior Nissim initated the struggle against the controversial city exhibit in Holon. "It’s against the state, and is full of lies" he explains

Residents of Samaria Foil Arab Terrorist Attack

An Arab terrorist tried to stab residents in the community of Revava, who struggled and overpowered him, and wounded him lightly.

Bride, Father Arrested for Crime of Moving Lips on Temple Mount

A Jewish bride and her father were arrested on the Temple Mount, after an Arab cop claimed he saw the father muttering prayers.

'Egyptian Wall Won't Stop Smuggling'

Egypt is building an underground iron wall to stop smuggling into Gaza. Analyst says everyone but Israel will benefit - including the smugglers.

Budget Passes to Bulletproof Buses in Judea and Samaria

The Knesset Finance Committee on Tuesday approved a special budget allocation for bulletproof buses on routes traveling through Judea and Samaria.

IDF Returns to Shechem to Replace ‘Dayton’s PA Army’

The US has showcased Shechem as an example of how the PA controls terror, but the IDF had to return to the area to capture a senior terrrorist.

MK Katz: Barak May Have to Import Soldiers from Turkey

NU chairman warns Defense Minister his threats to cut off hesder yeshivas could have dire consequences. Yishai asks Barak to lower flames.

Has Iran's Supreme Leader Disappeared?

According to an unnamed underground activist, Iran's Supreme Leader has been "taken to a secret place... the mullahs are scared."

Internet Campaign: 'No Gilad, No Mosque'

A new Internet campaign is calling for the closure of the Al Aksa mosque on the Temple Mount until kidnapped IDF soldier Gilad Shalit is returned.

An ‘Inside Tour’ with a Counterterrorist Operation

It is 2 a.m. and bitterly cold. Put on a protective vest and join Major D for a first-hand counterterrorist operation. Welcome to Arab Hevron.

Iranian Dissidents: 'The Entire Regime is Our Goal'

Iranian dissidents told Israel National News that, even under the heavy blows of police and militia, protesters still called for regime overthrow.

Ayalon: EU's Jerusalem Move 'Just Words'

Deputy Foreign Minister says EU's declaration will be less harsh than originally planned.

Barak Insists: State will Enforce Its 'Mastery' over Citizens

Barak used the Hebrew word “marut,” which can be translated as "authority" but has overtones of forcefulness and control.

Muslim Brotherhood ‘Cash Terrorists’ Indicted in Jerusalem

Released for publication: three Muslim Brotherhood members were indicted three weeks ago for running the terror group in Jerusalem.

‘Settlers Don’t Know How Much People Love Them’

One image of Tel Aviv area secular Jews is of smug antagonism to “settlers.” Ret. Lt. Col. Danny Baz smashes the stigma in an interview.

General 'Insulted' by Rabbi's Charges of Corruption, Careerism

Major General Avi Mizrachi criticized Rabbi Eliezer Melamed last week for comments written following the expulsion of Jews from the Gaza region.

Video: Police Violence in Kedumim over Freeze Protest

Video: Policemen, against acceptable rules of conduct, manhandled girls and others protesting the building freeze at Kedumim on Sunday.

Ashkenazi Makes Historic State Visit to India

IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi is traveling to India for the first state visit ever to be conducted to that nation by an Israeli military head.

Meretz Wants Rabbi Tried for Reward to Soldiers' Families

Leaders of radical leftist Meretz: SOS-Israel incited to mutiny, harmed state security by giving awards to Kotel protest soldiers' families.