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Washington DC Gives Marijuana The Green Light

Possession of up to an ounce in US capital decriminalized in new bill, fines drop from $1,000 to $25.

Israeli Arrested for Selling Paragliding Equipment to Iran

65-year-old Israeli detained for trying to sell paragliding equipment to Iran under the guise of "sporting equipment."

‘Price Tag’ Hysteria? 13-Year-Old Detained for Carrying Paint

13-year-old girl in tears as police detain her for carrying paint for her Purim costume.

Wanted Hamas Terrorist Arrested in Hevron

Ayub al-Qawasmi, a senior Hamas terrorist who had been wanted for years, nabbed weeks after being released by PA security forces.

Fourteen Terrorist Suspects Arrested Overnight

Charges range from throwing Molotov cocktails to carjacking as arrests nab terrorists across Israeli heartland.

Again on Temple Mount: Muslims Riot, Jews Detained

Jewish visitors wait hours for a brief visit due to Muslim riots on Temple Mount. One Jew arrested.

Israeli Weapons Dealers Arrested for Selling F-4 Parts to Iran

Israeli weapons dealers arrested for allegedly trying to sell F-4 jet engines to Iran.

Temple Mount: Police 'Collaborating with Islamists'

Jewish groups slam police for surrendering to terror threats after banning Jews from Temple Mount.

10 Days Later, Detained Shomron Man Sees Lawyer

Yehuda Landsberg of Havat Gilad one of three Jews currently being held by the Shin Bet on charges that cannot be disclosed.

Outrage on Temple Mount: Strip Searches and Arrests

Three Jews arrested for having Israeli flag, another expelled from holiest site in brutal police operation. Others hit by Waqf.

IDF Uncovers Massive Weapons Cache

IDF finds large weapons cache, arrests terrorists. Commander: guns were hidden in bedrooms, behind fake walls.

Men Attacked in Arab Village are Arrested

Attorney accuses police of ‘moral bankruptcy’ as still-injured beating victims are arrested on suspicion of ‘price tag.’

Iran Arrests Billionaire Who Helped Skirt Sanctions

Babak Zanjani used web of companies to help regime avoid oil sanctions. Arrest thought to gain trust in negotiations.

Shomron Activists Arrested Outside Kerry's Hotel

Shomron residents protest outside Kerry's hotel, call on him not to force Israel to give up land for peace.

IDF Commander: Arrests Prevented More Attacks

Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division says that Bat Yam terrorists were planning more bombings.

Egypt: Journalists Arrested for Meeting with Muslim Brotherhood

Correspondents arrested on charges of meeting with the islamists; move signals a further breakdown in freedom of the press.

IDF: Arrests of Terrorists Will Continue, Despite Arab Rioting

IDF officials expressed concern Thursday over recent attacks by Arab terrorists in PA-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria.

Canadian Businessman's Father Arrested for 'Insulting Abbas'

Mohammed Al Sabawi held for nine hours after calling for PA Chairman's downfall. 'Hurt his feelings and he'll arrest you'.

6 Arrested in Connection to Murder of Soldier Atias

6 suspected of employing, housing and aiding 16 year old terrorist who stabbed Eden Atias Hy''d to death.

Five Arrested for Wounding Baby in Rock Attack

Suspects are teenagers from Arab village near Jeursalem.

Jerusalem: Arab Man Attacks Jew near Old City

Attack outside Old City just hours after mayor reveals increase in Arab-on-Jewish violence in the capital.

Report: Clashes during IDF Activity Near Jenin

PA media reports clashes between soldiers, local Arab men near Jenin.

Controversial Israeli Tycoon Arcadi Gaydamak Arrested

Israeli businessman and former Jerusalem mayoral candidate repotedly arrested in Switzerland over 'Angolagate' scandal.

Saudi Man Arrested For Giving Free Hugs

Man inspired by viral Youtube video tries giving free hugs, arrested by Saudi religious police for 'exotic practices.'

21 Arrested for Rock, Firebomb Attacks in IDF Crackdown

IDF operation leads to 21 arrests in one week for ‘road terror’ attacks.

Israeli Hassidic Leader Arrested in Monsey

Head of Shomrei Emunim sect accused of lying on his visa application.

Arab Crime Ring Nabbed over Failed Carjacking

Thieves who targeted Israeli farmers are caught after failed attempt to steal Jewish woman’s car.

Former Chief Rabbi 'Suffering’ in Custody

Friends say Rabbi Metzger is clearly suffering due to his latest arrest. ‘He’s innocent.’

Former Chief Rabbi Metzger Arrested, Detained for Nine Days

For the second time this year, former Chief Rabbi Yonah Metzger questioned by police for alleged financial improprieties.

Kabbalist Rabbi Arrested in Extortion Case

Rabbi and mobster both accused of extortion in Netivot elections. Rabbi claims innocence. Lawyer, ‘He just gave blessings.’

Soldiers Targeted with Rocks, Bombs During Arrest

Locals attack IDF soldiers with rocks, bombs as they arrest terror suspects near Jenin. PA reports one Arab man killed.

Senior Muslim Brotherhood Leader Arrested in Cairo

Essam El-Erian, vice chairman of the Brotherhood's political wing, the Freedom and Justice Party, had been hiding near Cairo.

10 Hamas Men Arrested in Samaria, Judea

Arabs say 15 Hamas men were arrested in Shechem, Tulkarm and Hevron.

8 Arrested following Ashkelon Car Bombing

Eight arrested in police crackdown on crime families following fatal car bombing.

Temple Mount: Jews Arrested for Praying, Waving Israeli Flag

Jewish activists continue to challenge ban on Jewish prayer at Judaism's holiest site, slam police "weakness."

Iran Arrests 4 Suspects in 'Nuclear Sabotage Plot'

Iran has arrested four people suspected of attempting to sabotage one of its nuclear plants.

Police Bust Israeli-Arab Weapons Ring, 18 Arrests

Police arrest 18 from the Israeli Arab town of Kfar Kassem for smuggling PA weapons into Israel.

Iranian Agent Arrested in Israel

Arrested agent had photographs of United States embassies in Israel.

Record Number of Arrests this Year

Public Defender's Office says 62,000 arrests were carried out in 2013, the highest number in a decade.

Yishai ‘Horrified’ at Pre-Yom Kippur Eviction

Shas MK shocked as police raid outpost, arrest activists on eve of holiest day of Jewish year.

Outpost Pioneers Arrested Just before Yom Kippur

Large Border Police forces raid Ramat Migron in Binyamin, arrest seven.

Islamic Movement Head Raed Salah Arrested for Incitement

Islamic Movement leader arrested over calls for Muslims to physically prevent Jews from visiting the Temple Mount.

Lebanon: Three Men Charged with Firing Rockets at Israel

Two Lebanese and one Palestinian Arab have been charged in connection with 22nd August attack on northern Israel.

PA Arab Shot Dead During IDF Operation in Jenin

Security forces came under attack in the course of an operation to arrest Islamic Jihad terrorist Bassam Saadi.

4 Arrested in IDF Ammunition Theft

Four men from Kfar Tuba nabbed for stealing ammunition. Detainees include soldier, prisoner.

Police to Halt Taser Use

Outcry over video of officers shocking prone suspect leads police commander to suspend taser use.

Police Brutality: Violent Yitzhar Arrest Caught on Video

Video shows officers using taser against unarmed, unresisting father as small child screams.

Hamas Officials Crack Down on Fatah Leaders in Gaza

Throughout the Gaza Strip, Hamas security forces have been detaining several of Fatah's leaders and affiliates.

Police Nab Criminal Bomb-Making Ring

After wave of violent attacks, police arrest three suspected of supplying bombs to criminals nationwide.

Gay Rally, Counter-Rally in Jerusalem; 3 Arrested

Controversial rally passes relatively peacefully. Counter-protesters arrested for donning costumes, signs: "I am a proud donkey."

IDF Defends ‘Arrest’ of Arab 5-Year-Old

IDF: 5-year-old attacker’s detention was for his own safety; he will not face charges.

3% of Israelis Arrested or Detained Each Year

MKs want to know why police keep holding detainees for a single night.

Saudi Arabia Jails Seven for Facebook Activism

Saudi Arabia has sent seven Shi'ite Muslims to jail for up to ten years for posting status messages calling for anti-government protests.

Israel Accused of Kidnapping Gaza Man

Family of missing Gaza man claims he was taken by the Mossad.

Jewish Teens Detained for Bowing on Temple Mount

Four Jewish high school students detained at Judaism’s holiest site; police officer claims they bowed.

Alert Soldiers Thwart Stabbing in Hevron

Arab teen fresh out of prison attempts stabbing attack.

Arab Steals Car at Knifepoint, Attacks Officer

A PA Arab resident robbed an Israeli driver at knifepoint, then tried to attack police.

Thief Breaks In, Takes a Nap

Police have an easy time catching sleepy robber in Raanana.

Activists Demand 190,000 over Police Brutality

Six right-wing activists sue for 190,000 over alleged brutality during arrest.

Arabs Torch Jewish Vineyard in Samaria

Arson sparks clash between Arabs, Jews in Samaria; six arrested.