Israel

Arson Attacks Wrack Samaria Outpost

Residents of Mitzpe Danny in Samaria are fighting the fourth fire in three weeks. Footprints from a previous blaze led to nearby Bedouins.

Plan to Raze 3 Yesha Homes as Gov’t Battles Housing Shortage

The curious case of Migron: Netanyahu vows to build more homes and Barak wants to destroy three Yesha homes although Peace Now withdraws its case.

Videos: Navy Boards Gaza-Bound 'Tricky' Ship

The Navy peacefully ends the latest attempt of flotilla activists to reach Gaza and is guiding the Dignity ship to Ashdod after it tricked Greece.

Abbas Going for Broke in Bid to UN against ‘Gutless Obama’

Abbas “goes for broke” on UN recognition of the Palestinian Authority despite what a Saudi Arabia news column called “Obama’s gutlessness.”

Airport to ‘Fly Out’ of Eilat

A measure to remove Eilat’s airport from the middle of town to north of the city will be submitted to the Cabinet next Sunday.

Arsonists are Terrorists, Says Knesset Member Katz

Arson of public property is terror, but the government is putting its head in the sand, charges National Union MK Yaakov (Ketzaleh) Katz.

‘Quiet War’ in Gaza in Sixth Day; IDF Leaflets Warn Residents

The Air Force targeted terrorists preparing to shoot soldiers early Monday and dropped leaflets warning Arabs to stay away from the security fence.

Jewish World War II Vets to Be Honored

The Cabinet Sunday approved a memorial site to Jewish soldiers who fought in World War II and helped the victory over the Nazi regime.

Video: Futuristic Vision of Newscast on the Holy Temple Channel

A futuristic vision of a newscast on the “Beit HaMikdash” (Holy Temple) channel has been produced by Emunah College student Kayla Krauss.

Second-Graders Learn the Bible with the Land of Israel

No one can learn the Bible better than being in Israel, as second graders learned by visiting the burial site of the Biblical Yehoshua (Joshua).

Secular MK Fears Israel Becoming a Religious State

Knesset Member Daniel Ben-Simon said at a Sabbath “cultural event” that “a quiet religious revolution” is taking place in Israel.

‘Consumer Revolution’ Milks the Public

Cutting milk prices by 10 agorot will save a total of 17 shekels a year and force closing cow barns in the Gaza Belt, a farmer tells Arutz Sheva.

Envoy to Spain Bids Farewell to ‘Hatred and Anti-Semitism’

Israel’s ambassador to Spain posted a farewell message describing ‘hatred and anti-Semitism” he suffered during his four-year tenure.

Israel Strikes Hamas Terrorists Fourth Day in a Row

The IDF strikes Gaza terrorists the fourth day in a row, sending a clear message that Israel will not tolerate the escalation of rocket attacks.

Britain Set to Free Islamic Movement Radical Raad Salah

Britain will free Muslim radical Raad Salah Monday if he agrees to conditions, including wearing an electronic tag and a ban on public speaking.

Bolton: PA Statehood Bid Means "Next to Nothing"

Former US envoy to the UN John Bolton says the PA statehood bid in September means 'next to nothing' without a peace agreement with Israel.

Green Light for Jerusalem's Museum of Tolerance

The building permit has finally been issued for construction of a $100 million Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem.

UN Wants Media Bias for Peace Process

The United Nations has removed any doubts about objectivity on the “peace process.” It asks media to be biased and blames Israel for its failure.

Poll: US Jews Fear Muslim Terror

A new poll reveals that US Jews fear terrorism by American Muslims, are solidly against Palestinian Authority demands and don’t like Obama.

McDonalds Removes Falafel from Its Golden Arches

Tourists wanting to experience the local atmosphere when eating falafel can breathe easier – McDonalds has removed “McFalafel” from its menu.

IDF Kills Fleeing Suspect in Search for Terrorists in Shechem

IDF killed one Arab north of Shechem during a search for terrorists. The military said the suspect fled and did not obey soldiers' orders to halt.

Israel's Ophir Optronics Sold to US Company for $230 Million

Israel's Ophir Optronics is being acquired by the Newport Corporation of California for $230 million

How Jewish Community Leaders Are Made

For those worried about the future leadership of Jewish communities, the story of 29 year old David Goodman should put their minds at ease.

Israel's Go Green Campaign Promotes Energy Independence

Israel’s "green machine" helps make the country energy independent, lessens the need to buy coal from Israel-haters and makes money for homeowners.

Quartet at a Loss for Words

The “Quartet” not only has been unable to advance a deal between the Palestinian Authority and Israel, it also cannot find the words to say so.

Video: Israel Teaches US Marines Counter Terror

The IDF releases video of US marines learning from Israelis. “We are learning new techniques. I love it. We want to come back,” says one marine.

Interview: Building the Land of Israel One Tree at a Time

Women in Green director Nadia Matar is doing in Judea and Samaria what the JNF did decades ago – planting trees to keep Israel in Jewish hands.

Gas Line Attack Explodes Egyptian-Israel Agreement

The latest Egyptian-Israel gas pipeline blast signals a further erosion of “goodwill” from Cairo, says Landau. Electricity prices to soar.

Glenn Beck and the Jewish Problem

Unsurprisingly, the debate continues on whether the staunchly pro-Israel Beck, in Israel for a short visit, is good or bad for the Jews.

Video: Magen David Adom's Midnight Evacuation of Crash Victims

Israel’s Magen David Adom crews were at the airport at midnight to care for 13 Israelis injured in a fatal car crash in the former Soviet Bloc.

Quartet Tries Resurrection of the Dead

The Quartet looks for a way to resurrect the long-dead “peace process,” which already has been buried by Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Energy War? Lebanon Warns Israel ‘Playing with Fire’ Offshore

Lebanon warns Israel is “playing with fire” by staking out energy claims in the Mediterranean. Beirut says Israel’s discoveries belong to Lebanon.

Former Security Chief: 'The Rebbe Knew All About ISA Operations'

Yaakov Peri, former Israeli Security Agency chief, describes his amazement at a meeting with the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

State Dept. Insights on Mideast: Learn about Israel in Florida

Clinton swears in Obama’s “peace advisor” Dan Shapiro as new ambassador and reveals US learns so much about Israel by spending time in Florida.

India Trying to Boost ‘Bollywood’ Film Industry in Israel

India’s $20 billion “Bollywood” film industry moguls are looking to Israel to scout out new ventures and film location sites.

Pro-Hamas Activists Fail in the Air and on the Sea

Photographers almost outnumber fly-in activists at Ben Gurion airport as Israel’s diplomatic efforts stymie the air and sea pro-Arab protests.

A Tale of Two Blockades on Gaza: Greece and Israel

Greece rams a Canadian flotilla boat. Passengers said they were roughed up. Reaction to similar claims against Israel was furious. Now? A whimper.

Glenn Beck and Knesset Member to Ascend Temple Mount

Glenn Beck and MK Danny Danon plan to ascend the Temple Mount next week. Beck also will speak with a Knesset committee on fighting anti-Zionists.

Officials Ignored Chief Rabbi’s Plea to Avoid Disgracing Rabbis

Chief Rabbi Amar says officials ignored pleas to meet with him to prevent the disgrace of arresting Rabbis Lior and Yosef for questioning.

‘A Diplomatic Eye for an Eye,’ Lieberman Warns PA

Avigdor Lieberman warns that if Abbas takes unilateral steps for statehood, Israel will reply in kind. One step could be annexing parts of Yesha.

Mayor of Arab City Charged with Blackmail

The Arab mayor of Qalansuwa, located east of Netanya, has been charged with blackmail, threats, bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

Five-Day Work Idea May End Up in Trash Bin

A proposal to put Israel on a shortened work week, with Friday a half-day and Sunday a vacation day, may be buried before it gets off the ground.

INN Exclusive: Shocking Report of Norway's Anti-Semitism

Norway deals with scathing anti-Semitism report by putting extremist anti-Israel minister in charge of combatting hatred of its mere 2000 Je

Netanyahu Tells Jews: Follow Your Heart, Come to Israel

“Follow your heart, Come to Israel,” Prime Minister Netanyahu tells a young Israeli – and other Jews – living in the United States.

Obama Cannot Perform Miracles in Mideast, says Knesset Speaker

Even President Obama cannot perform miracles in the Middle East, the Knesset Speaker told outgoing US envoy Cunningham. Obama to visit – but when?

French Flotilla Boat Eludes Greek Blockade, but Turns Back

A French boat eludes the Greek blockade on sailing to Gaza but then turns back after passengers have second thoughts.

Reservists are IDF’s Elite, Says Peres

President Peres awards reservists for excellence and tells them they are a special elite force, as civilians who still fight for the country.

Barak Suspends Netanyahu’s Plan to Return Bodies of Terrorists

Barak suspends Netanyahu’s order to transfer 84 bodies of terrorists to the Palestinian Authority because the move might hurt freeng Schalit.

Iran Ridicules July 4th: America is Not Independent

Iran ”celebrates” Independence Day in the United States by saying the US has lost independence to foreign creditors and, of course, Israel.

Arab MK Wants Punishment to ‘Nakba Deniers’

Arab MK Tibi tries to introduce a bill to deny funds to anyone refusing to recognize Israel’s independence as a “catastrophe” (Nakba) for Arabs.

Holland Puts Hole in PA Statehood Plans

Holland has thrown cold water on the Palestinian Authority’s revived plan to seek statehood through the United Nations.

Hit-and-Run Horror: Couple Killed while Changing Tire

A hit-and-run truck driver turned himself in to police hours after killing a pregnant woman and her husband who was trying to change a flat tire.

Flotilla Activists Reject Greek Offer to Bring Aid for Gaza

Pro-Hamas flotilla activists expose their political agenda and reject a Greek offer to guarantee shipping aid to Gaza through Israeli ports.

IDF Refused Entry of MKs and Leading Rabbis to Kever Yosef

The IDF barred Knesset Members and yeshiva rabbis from entering Kever Yosef in Shechem on the anniversary of the death of the Biblical Yosef.

Enid Wurtman: Pillar of Strength in Need of Lifeline

A pillar of strength for thousands of former Soviet refuseniks, social worker Enid Wurtman now finds herself in need of a lifeline as well.

Rocket Attack Rattles Negev Residents

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza resumed rocket fire on the Negev Sunday. The missile exploded in an open area. The IDF has not retaliated.

Home from Biblical Kingdom Of Israel Discovered on Haifa Coast

A well-preserved 3,000-year-old four-room house from the Biblical Kingdom of Israel has been discovered on Haifa’s southern coast.

False Reports that Rabbi Yosef Refused Summons, Says Son

One of Rabbi Yaakov Yosef’s sons charged that reports that he refused a previous summons to appear for questioning are false. Protest at 2 p.m.

Police Question Rabbi Yosef after Morning Prayers

Police nabbed Rabbi Yaakov Yosef as he left morning prayers, took him into custody for questioning about "haskama" for the book “Torah HaMelech.”

Israel Warns Assad He Is on Death List If He Attacks: Report

A Kuwaiti newspaper reports Israel has warned Assad that he will be targeted if he tries to start a war with Israel to solve his own problems.