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Thursday May 23, 2013
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Syrian rebel leader hints at Israel peace after Assad's fall
In an exclusive interview with Israel Hayom in Paris, a key figure in the Free Syrian Army says, "If Israel decides to abandon Assad, he is finished. The Syrian people would not forget this gesture."
 
Israel Hayom Staff | Syrian conflict reaches border with Israel
Syrian uprising reaches Israel’s Golan Heights border • At least 15 people killed in a clash between government and opposition troops in the southwestern district of Quneitra • Government forces capture Baba Amro neighborhood in Homs.
 
David Keyes | To sing or not to sing?
The day anyone is forced to sing anything will be a dark day.
Ruthie Blum | The bone in Joubran’s throat
If Joubran had been named Schwartz, he would have been disbarred by now.
Dore Gold | Abbas’ Temple denial
New Palestinian tactic: Denying Israel's ties to Jerusalem.
Richard Baehr | Separate Church and Mitt
Mitt Romney is not responsible for Mormon proxy baptisms.
Isi Leibler | Hasbarah have-nots
Information services in the PMO are an abysmal failure.
Dr. Haim Shine | The wisdom of cab drivers
In Israel, being stuck in traffic can be enlightening.
A disgraced former minister, a disgraceful comparison
Former Shas minister Shlomo Benizri, imprisoned for corruption and obstruction of justice, says after his early release, "Gilad Schalit’s pain is pain inflicted by terrorists, but my pain is great too.”
Dan Margalit | Go back to jail, Benizri
The minister who was convicted of taking bribes groveled before the parole board not two months ago. He confessed, and showed remorse. The second he stepped out, he lost all that humility.
Same options, same table?
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Shimon Peres travel to the White House with one goal in mind: Forging a solid U.S.-Israeli partnership to face down the Iranian nuclear threat.
Yoram Ettinger | When Bibi meets Barack
Netanyahu should sustain the can-do and independent image of Israel, refusing to subordinate the independence of military action to presidential pressure, promises or electoral concerns.
In Washington meeting, a crucial test of trust
Senior columnist Dan Margalit's weekly roundup: Netanyahu will definitely enter the White House with uncertainty. The fear is that he will also exit the White House that way.
Who’s the heretic here?
Evangelical Christians see Israel as an ally of the U.S. and a democratic country that offers freedom of worship to all faiths. This fact is a thorn in the side of many segments of the “old-school” Christian establishment.
The true story behind Migron
Minister Benny Begin says of Migron’s residents, “They are not a gang of hooligans who came to loiter on one of the hills,” but rather disappointed Israelis who feel they had tacit government approval to settle there and are now being told to evacuate.
Netanyahu, Obama to have 'crucial' Iran meeting, PMO says
Islamic Republic’s nuclear program is expected to dominate PM's North American tour, to culminate in what Prime Minister’s Office calls “crucial” White House meeting between the leaders • Peres, Netanyahu and Obama to speak at AIPAC conference.
Yossi Beilin | Carrots are good for you
Using a stick and threatening sanctions or military action is valid, but a positive incentive could be better for effecting change.
Danger to Israelis abroad reportedly increasing
Brig. Gen. (res.) Nitzan Nuriel urges Israelis traveling abroad to plan wisely “without taking any unnecessary risks,” as Iranian terror continues unabated • “Terrorist organizations always learn...next time...their actions will be more professional.”
Police to investigate illegal construction in Shiloh
Attorney-general recommends police probe those responsible for illegal construction following a petition to High Court by Peace Now • Government legalizes Shvut Rachel outpost drawing sharp criticism from Palestinians, Israeli activists.
State announces a compromise over Migron evacuation, again
After ongoing, intense negotiations, residents of largest illegal outpost in Judea and Samaria agree that they will leave voluntarily when new neighborhood on state-owned land nearby is built for them.
Emily Amrousi | The dilemma of the secular Right
Twenty years after the death of Menachem Begin, the question persists: Can there be an ideological basis for a nationalist, secular Right?
Historians, scientists, artist win million-dollar Israeli prize
South African artist William Kentridge, British historian Sir Martin Gilbert and American scientist David Botstein are among the winners of this year’s prestigious Dan David Prize.
Justice Rubinstein calls criticism of colleague Joubran misplaced
Supreme Court justice criticizes those who accuse his colleague of any wrongdoing for not singing Israeli national anthem, says “There is no reason to demand that an Arab citizen sing words that do not resonate for him or reflect his roots."
VIDEO: Libyan mob smashes Christian, Jewish headstones
Footage from YouTube shows mob, presumably incensed by Quran burnings in Afghanistan, desecrating and destroying tombstones of fallen World War II soldiers at cemetery in Benghazi.
Bar Refaeli sues Israeli tycoon for breach of contract
Refaeli testifies that Ilan Ben Dov of Suny Electronics breached a contract and violated her privacy • Refaeli: They did things behind my back and exploited me • The international model is seeking NIS 4.4 million ($1.2 million), Suny submits countersuit.
After a decade, California State program returns to Haifa
Study abroad programs discontinued in 2002 for security reasons to be relaunched between California State and Haifa Universities • University rector: An international University of Haifa is an excellent way to upgrade the university.
UK lawmaker quits party over Israel comments
Jenny Tonge, a member of the British parliament, quits after saying Israel “is not going to be there forever” • “Israel will lose its support and then they will reap what they have sown,” she says.
As its aid workers leave Egypt, US breathes sigh of relief
State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland says the U.S. is “very pleased” with the Egyptian court decision to lift a travel ban and allow the U.S. citizens to return home, but cautions the case is not over.
Why remember the Amalekites?
Weekly Torah Portion: We read Zachor before Purim and remember the Amalekites because this repeated memory is a reminder of the potential evil inherent in humanity in general, and in haters of Israel in particular.