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Wednesday June 19, 2013
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Settlers can't always get what they want, says Begin
Debate over the illegal Migron outpost continues as settlers and attorneys tussle over the evacuation date • "We don’t know how long it will take to build a new neighborhood," Minister Ze'ev Binyamin (Benny) Begin says, urging compromise.
 
Ruthie Blum | Defeating the devil’s advocate
Instead of wasting valuable ink on self-flagellation, the pro-Republican punditocracy should be pummeling the president without let up.
Dan Margalit | Commemorating an honest patriot
Former Prime Minister Menachem Begin, who passed away 20 years ago, was unquestionably one of our nation’s greatest leaders.
Nadav Shragai | Mahmoud Abbas’ ‘bag of fibs’
Over the course of the last two decades, the Palestinians have revised the history of Jerusalem, and now Abbas has accused Israel of erasing the city’s Arab characteristics.
Netanyahu slams Abbas on east Jerusalem comments
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sharply rebukes Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas after he accuses Israel of trying to erase the Arab, Muslim and Christian character of east Jerusalem and intending to destroy the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
WikiLeaks posts email claiming Israel struck Iran nuclear sites
Global intelligence firm Stratfor cites “confirmed Israeli intelligence agent” saying Israeli commandos, Kurds destroyed most of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure “weeks ago” and attack on Iran would be “so destructive that Iran will be unable to retaliate.”
Iranian defense minister vows to strengthen Lebanese Army
“Lebanon’s safety is important to regional stability,” says Iran's defense minister Ahmad Vahidi • Report: Britain reinforcing navy in Persian Gulf • Turkey: U.S. troops man X-band radar defense site that can help defend Europe from Iranian missiles.
Turkey demands further restrictions on Israeli cargo flights
Israel asked to report flights passing through Turkish airspace that contain hazardous cargo 10 days in advance and through diplomatic channels • The Times of London reports that Syria receiving weapons material through Turkish companies.
Iran’s 'A Separation' gets a leg up on Israel’s 'Footnote' at Oscars
“A Separation” is the second Iranian film to be nominated for an Oscar in the Best Foreign Language Film category, and the first to win • Iranian government gloats about victory over “Zionist regime."
Israel signs $1.6 billion arms deal with Azerbaijan
Agreement brings Israeli drones and anti-aircraft and missile defense systems to Azerbaijan, which shares a border with Iran • Israel’s ties with largely Muslim Azerbaijan have warmed as its once-strong strategic relationship with Turkey has deteriorated.
Haifa assault reminiscent of 2000 Ramallah lynching, says judge
Remand is extended for six Israeli Arab suspects, held for allegedly attacking two Israeli soldiers Saturday • Police maintain attack was not racially motivated, but victims insist that they were assaulted simply because they were Jewish.
Thai police question another Iranian in bomb probe
Another Iranian probed in connection with explosions in Bangkok linked to terror attacks on Israeli diplomats in India and Georgia • Israel has said the Quds Force, a covert arm of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, is behind the bombings.
MK pushes bill on illness payments that also benefits him
Lawmaker Zion Pinyan (Likud), who contracted polio before immigrating to Israel, would receive a grant of NIS 120,000 and a monthly stipend of NIS 3,000 if the law he authored is approved • Knesset Ethics Committee rules there is no conflict of interest.
Journalist Yaakov Ahimeir wins Israel Prize in communications
“Ahimeir has been a pillar of public broadcasting for five decades,” says awarding committee • “This prize recognizes not only my work over the years, but public broadcasting in general,” says the renowned journalist and Israel Hayom contributor.
Netanyahu says Iran to top agenda in talks with Obama
Prime minister convinced Iran’s nuclear program is advancing rapidly • Netanyahu set to meet Obama in Washington on March 5 • The U.S. is concerned Israel will launch a pre-emptive strike against Iran without its approval.
EU agrees to impose sanctions on Syrian central bank
European governments also agree to sanction several cabinet ministers to increase pressure on Assad • U.S. Secretary of State Clinton urges Syrians to turn against regime • Report: More than 80,000 Syrian refugees have fled to Jordan in past year.
Russian TV: Security services foil plot to assassinate Putin
Suspects linked to Chechen rebel leader reportedly planned to kill Russian PM in Moscow immediately after next Sunday’s presidential vote, as well as to damage Russia's economy • Group allegedly intended to use powerful explosive device.
Sacha Baron Cohen’s ‘dictator’ exiled from Oscars
Security guards remove Sacha Baron Cohen from Oscar ceremony after he spills “ashes” on television host • Cohen initially blames “Zionists” for banning him from the ceremony • Academy says Cohen is welcome, just not in character.
A free trip that pays off, to the tune of NIS 2 billion
Taglit-Birthright, which brings young Jews from abroad to Israel for a free 10-day educational tour, contributes significantly to the Israeli economy, benefiting the tourism and service industries.