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Wednesday June 19, 2013
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Revolutionary Guard chief killed in massive Iran blast
Mysterious explosion at Revolutionary Guard base kills 17 • Spokesperson says it was an accident, resulted from transporting munitions out of the base's arsenal • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urges world to stop Iranian quest for nuclear weapons.
 
Dan Margalit | Maintain ambiguity
From the moment the news broke about the blast, speculation began in the West about an invisible Israeli hand.
 
Dror Eydar | Taking on the extremists among us
Price-tag terrorists endanger our future more than Hanin Zoabi.
Dr. Ephraim Kam | What happens next on Iran?
With no room left for doubt, expect action from the international community.
Boaz Bismuth | Condemning Assad, thinking of themselves
The Arab League usually nurtures the status quo, but this time things are different.
Richard Baehr | Will Obama’s Bibi-bashing matter in 2012?
Jewish voters may waver due to the perception that Obama is not a true friend of Israel.
MK Ofir Akunis | A law to strengthen democracy
We cannot continue to allow foreign funding to influence the political discourse in Israel.
Gantz launches surprise drill to test IDF kidnapping response
Exercise was first in years to be carried out at general staff level • Drill simulates infiltration of terrorists into settlement in Jordan Valley area and abduction of IDF soldier • In Egypt, police arrest Islamist leader who was behind pipeline blasts.
Netanyahu postpones vote on judicial selection reform bill
Bill sponsored by Likud MKs elicits criticism from ministers who say it would politicize the judicial selection process • Ministers to discuss funding restrictions for political NGOs, despite attorney general's opposition.
'An attack on Iran will start a regional war'
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warns: Iran has a strong army is not afraid of the Zionists and the Americans' fear mongering • On possible military intervention in Syria, Nasrallah says, "Palestinian, Lebanese resistance groups are stronger than ever."
Sixteen years on, Rabin is remembered
Former Education Minister Yossi Sarid addresses audience at annual memorial ceremony for late Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin at Tel Aviv's famous Rabin Square, says "Many who have vowed to continue Rabin's path have carried his name in vain."
Dr. Haim Shine | Restore Rabin's true legacy before it's too late
Even when a wolf dwells with a lamb, we would be well-served if we continue being a wolf. This is what Rabin subscribed to.
The government set to approve a new Bible museum in Jerusalem
New initiative for "Bible Center" slated for a Jerusalem location • Museum will include a 2,000-book library with all the different translations and dialects of the central text of the Jewish people.
Rabbi accidently killed by IDF soldiers laid to rest
Rabbi Dan Mertzbach, 55, was killed on Friday when the vehicle he drove was erroneously identified as that of a terrorist • Mertzbach is survived by his wife, Esther, three daughters and two sons between the ages of 22 and 30, and 10 grandchildren.
'I promise you Shmuel, we will defend the home you built here'
During funeral ceremony for Sara Netanyahu's father, Shmuel Ben-Artzi, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says in his eulogy: "I have never met anyone who knew him, who wasn't captivated by his personality, who wasn't enchanted by his modesty.
Eyal Megged | An inspiring spiritual teacher
In an ideal world, Shmuel Ben-Artzi would be a national role model.
Kadima officials at odds over Dichter's proposed basic law
MK Avi Dichter's proposal stipulates that Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish people, and that its principles would adhere to Jewish law and preserving the Jewish character of the state • Kadima chairwoman Tzipi Livni opposes the bill.
Arab League suspends Syria as global pressure on Assad rises
In surprise move, Arab League decides to suspend Syria and to impose economic, political sanctions if Damascus continues to ignore agreement to stop seven-month crackdown on protesters.
Wary about Iran, Obama lobbies Russia and China
Russia and China remain a roadblock to the U.S. in its push to tighten international sanctions on Iran • Both are veto-wielding members of the U.N. Security Council and have shown no sign the new report will change their stand.
Republican presidential hopefuls warn against a nuclear Iran
GOP candidates say military strike may be an option if diplomacy fails • Governor Rick Perry calls for suspension of all U.S. foreign aid pending review, but says "obviously Israel is a special ally" and will likely receive assistance.
Silvio Berlusconi faces future of legal, business woes
Berlusconi was always viewed as a friend of Israel • With his resignation as premier on Saturday, following months of market turmoil, a political era in Italy closes and the 75-year-old Berlusconi is just a billionaire businessman once again.