IDF holds surprise drill on Gaza borderThe IDF, in an effort to remain prepared for any scenario, has been holding spontaneous training exercises.
Will the Iran nuclear framework deal yield results by deadline?An Iran nuclear framework deal may materialize, but while the Iranians are expressing enthusiasm, US representatives are less optimistic.
Prosor to UN: If you’re worried about Mideast democracy, focus on PA – not IsraelThe UN chided Israelis for their choice of leader in democratic elections, while choosing to ignore the Palestinian Authority's dictatorship.
Netanyahu election victory receives mixed reactions around the worldThe reaction from world leaders to Netanyahu's decisive election victory has been mixed - from congratulatory to dismissive.
Palestinians Appear Indifferent to Netanyahu VictorySome Palestinians are angry at Israelis for voting in PM Netanyahu and his Likud party, but PA President Mahmoud Abbas indicated that it makes no difference.
Hamas rebuilding bases to attack IsraelHamas has confiscated building materials supplied by Israel meant for civilian reconstruction and is using it to rebuild bases and terror infrastructure.
Saudi prince sides with Israel, warns against bad Iran dealPrince Turki al-Faisal warned that the Middle East will see a nuclear arms race if Iran is left with the capability to produce the bomb.
Jamaica hopes Jewish tourism can help fading communityThere were as many as eight synagogues and roughly 2,500 Jews in Jamaica in the 1800s. But tides of migration and assimilation have now left only 200 congregants, and just one synagogue remains. (AP/David McFadden)
Iran Nuclear Capabilities Will Remain After DealIran remains steadfast in its refusal to relinquish its ability to race toward the bomb.
Iran’s Khamenei derides US Senators, calls Netanyahu ‘Zionist clown’As the US negotiates with Iran over its nuclear program, Iran's supreme leader continues to ridicule American and Israeli decision makers.
New Israeli initiative aims to improve foreign tradeStepping up efforts to become a leading force in the global import-export market, the ministry of economy launched a new website, Israel-Trade.Net.
Arab lawyer from Jerusalem arrested for aiding HamasIsraeli security forces prevented a serious prison security breach when it caught a lawyer serving as a conduit between Hamas terrorists in various prisons.
UN Security Council criticized for failure to act in SyriaThe UN Security Council is under attack for once again failing to fulfill its Charter, prevent genocide and assist refugees in need.
Extremist cleric will influence choice of Iran’s next leaderHardliner Ayatollah Mohammad Yazdi beat former president Ayatollah Ali Rafsanjani as head of the Assembly of Experts, which will decide who will lead Iran after Khamenei.
Qatar promises to rebuild homes in Gaza destroyed in Hamas’ war against IsraelAt a donors' conference in Cairo in October, some $5.4 billion was pledged at the meeting, but most of it has yet to reach the Palestinians.
Austria refuses to return Nazi-looted art to former Jewish owner’s heirsAustria's laws on restitution of Nazi-looted art appear to have placed a painting by famed artist Gustav Klimt in the wrong hands.
United Nations panel asks to postpone publishing Gaza war reportA UN inquiry will publish a report on war crimes that took place during Hamas's war against Israel last year, during which Hamas indiscriminately fired thousands of rockets at Israel. Israel often objects to such UN inquiries, finding them biased.
Israeli released for ransom in Nigeria abduction caseAn Israeli was abducted and released for ransom in Nigeria recently. His case is one among many in a rising trend.
New missile enables Iran attack on EuropeIran showcased the new Soumar missile, capable of an attack on Europe. Analysts are speculating this public display is a signal to the US and Israel, demonstrating growing Iranian power.
UK Middle East Students Vote to Boycott IsraelWhile University of London students voted overwhelmingly to boycott Israel in a biased referendum, Jewish students felt afraid and unwelcome on campus.
