New White House Chief Of Staff ‘Go-To’ Person For Jewish Groups
WASHINGTON – President Obama on Monday announced that Jack Lew, his director of the Office of Budget and Management – a Cabinet-level position – would replace William Daley as White House chief of staff.
Natan Sharansky: New White House Chief of Staff is a “Great Israel Supporter”
Jewish Agency Chairman applauds appointment of Jack Lew by President Obama.
Yisrael Beiteinu Introduces Bill To Restrict Knesset Membership To IDF Veterans
The bill would have the greatest impact on the Arab and ultra-Orthodox communities.
Immigrant Absorption Minister: ‘Ethiopian Immigrants Should Be Grateful To Israel’
MK Sofa Landver responds to claims of racism against Ethiopian Israelis.
Pressure on Syria Builds From All Sides
As Arab League observer leaves in disgust and Turkey seizes weapons, Israel prepares for end of Bashar Assad’s regime
UPDATE: Egyptian Government Nixes Abuhatzeira Pilgrimage
Egyptian Foreign Ministry says it informed Israel that it would not be "appropriate" for Jewish pilgrims to make the annual visit.
Romney Expresses Support for Israel in New Hampshire Primary Victory Speech
Presidential hopeful also criticizes Obama's “failed”leadership.
Arabs stone Israeli Bus Traveling in Etzion Bloc
No injuries reported, IDF sweep under way.
US Cuts Funds to PA’s Sesame Street
US to focus on funding programs that provide basic services to Palestinians.
Vandals Graffiti Mosque, Torch 3 Cars Near Ariel
Suspected 'price tag' follows evacuation of outpost near Shiloh.
Jerusalem Court Releases Jewish Activists Charged with Surveilling IDF to House Arrest
Judge: Defendants “do not present a high level of danger.”
Knesset Committee Urges Europeans to Drop Legislation Banning Kosher Slaughter
Committee discussion follows wave of European legislation seeking to outlaw "Shechita".
Nuclear Scientist Killed in Tehran
The governor of Tehran province, Safar Ali Bratloo, told Iran's Arabic-language Al-Alam broadcaster that Israel was behind the car-bombing, pointing to similarities with previous killings of other nuclear scientists. "The responsibility of this explosion falls on the Zionist regime," said Bratloo.
Israel Expresses Support for India’s Permanent Membership on UNSC
Israeli President Peres lavishes praise on India, highlights strong and deepening ties.
Shalit Says Knesset Run Won’t Involve Gilad
Noam Shalit, fresh off his successful campaign to have his son, Gilad, freed in exchange for over a thousand Arab security prisoners, will attempt to win a Knesset seat with the Labor party.
Russia ‘Regrets’ Iran’s Continued Uranium Enrichment
Russia hopeful it can bring Iran to the negotiating table.
U.S. Senator: ‘If you attack Israel, you are attacking the United States’
Senator Daniel Inouye makes statements while on a visit to Israel
Greek, Israeli Defense Ministers Meet, Discuss Expanding Military Cooperation
Ehud Barak and Dimitris Avramopoulos pledge to deepen bilateral ties.
Anglo Ultra-Orthodox Threaten to Bolt Beit Shemesh Coalition Over Lack of Dialogue
Anglo political party threatens to bow out of municipal council if measures are not taken to prevent hostility between citizens - recommend a dialogue group of influential rabbis.
Political Groups in Egypt to Protest Abuhatzeira Pilgrimage
Jewish access to venerated Rabbi's tomb near Delta city of Damanhour under threat.
Syrian Leader Assad Defiant in Speech to Nation
Syrian President claims he still has his people's support.
War Games Predict Outcome of Iranian Nuclear Success
Israel is weighing options against Iran with the help of Britain's Institute for National Security Studies.
Israel Moves to Stop Flood of Illegal Immigrants
New law aims to deter African job seekers and asylum seekers, who have flooded across Israel’s southern border by the tens of thousands
Knesset Passes New Bill to Prevent Infiltration
Measures include longer prison terms and the power to detain migrants for longer periods without charge.
Israeli, PA Envoys Meet in Jordan to Talk Peace
Second meeting in a week yields no progress.
Update: MK Michaeli Suspended One Month
Anastassia MIchaeli suspended from Knesset plenum after water-throwing incident.
MK Douses Colleague During Heated Knesset Committee Session
After the incident, Michaeli was unrepentant: "Majadle will learn not to insult women. He hurt the honor of the Knesset and of this place. The times when a man can curse a woman in public, offend her and act violently are over. Times have changed."
India Agrees to $1.1 Billion Arms Deal with Israel Aerospace Industries
IAI will sell UAVs, missiles, anti-missile systems, and other systems.
Knesset Committee Passes Bill Banning Use of Nazi Words and Symbols
Using Nazi slurs or symbols in public to be punishable by NIS 100,000 fine.
Gilad Shalit’s Father to Enter Politics
Noam Shalit will seek to run on the Labor Party list in the next election.
