òáøéú
Saturday May 25, 2013
 Israel Hayom
About Us The Hebrew Print Edition Areas of Distribution Vision History Advertising Contact Us
25.05.2013
Newsletters from:
Israeli forces, protesters clash at Nakba Day events
Palestinians and activists demonstrate in Ramallah, as well as the nearby Ofer military prison and the Qalandiya checkpoint • Clashes reported in east Jerusalem, while Palestinians hurl stones at Jewish worshipers praying at Rachel's Tomb.
 
Dror Eydar | The blame game
All of the talk about "humanism" when it comes to Nakba Day is simply a guise for the delegitimization of Israel and the campaign against its existence.
 
Isi Leibler | Breakfast with Beinart
Despite being likable, Peter Beinart has unquestionably assumed a prominent role as a leading Jew engaged in delegitimizing Israel.
Zalman Shoval | Wanted: A responsible peace process
The time has come for Washington and some circles in Israel to stop pretending that the Palestinians are ready to adopt a real policy shift.
Daniel Pipes | Uncovering early Islam
Scholars studying early Islamic history are disputing many details of Muhammad's life.
MK Ofir Akunis | Looking back at the 1977 elections
Not only did this event not hurt Israeli democracy, it made it stronger.
Palestinian arrested over brutal assault in Tel Aviv parking lot
Three days after a terrifying assault on a young couple in the Gan Ha'ir (City Garden) parking lot in Tel Aviv, a Palestinian man is arrested near the site • Four other suspects are suspected of aiding the attacker.
Itsik Saban | Classic police work
The speedy arrest of a suspect in a brutal rape case proves we have a professional, sophisticated, determined police force, despite the sometimes justified criticism.
Iran hangs 'Mossad agent' accused of killing nuclear scientist
Majid Jamali Fashi, 24, is hanged at Tehran's Evin Prison after being sentenced to death last August for the murder of Massoud Ali-Mohammadi • Iran claims Fashi traveled abroad to receive training from Mossad before returning to Iran.
Israel agrees to deal that ends Palestinian hunger strike
Egyptian involved in mediating the deal says Israel agrees to ease conditions for prisoners • Likud MK Danny Danon: The deal is a "serious mistake" and a "prize for terrorism" • Israel to transfer 100 bodies of terrorists to PA.
Idiot box no more: Israel Hayom teams with Samsung Smart TVs
Samsung Israel unveils latest series of Smart TVs, including an Israel Hayom application allowing readers to access the newspaper from their television screens • Smart TVs allow viewers control using their voices, hand gestures, even facial recognition.
No room for the weak in the Middle East, says new air force chief
Maj. Gen. Ido Nechushtan transfers air force command to Maj. Gen. Amir Eshel • Chief of General Staff Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz: The air force is at the forefront of very daring operations.
'Israel is committed to the well-being of Palestinians'
After EU Foreign Affairs Council expresses "deep concern" over Israeli actions in Judea and Samaria that "threaten to make the two-state solution impossible," Israel says EU statement "does not contribute to advancing the peace process."
New state comptroller: 'I'm aware of the tremendous responsibility'
Former Jerusalem District Court Judge Yosef Shapira defeats Deputy Supreme Court President Justice Eliezer Rivlin after three rounds • President Shimon Peres: "I am sure you will fulfill your tasks with responsibility and integrity."
Dan Margalit | Give the new comptroller a fair chance
We have yet to find out whether Yosef Shapira intends to continue Micha Lindenstrauss' legacy.
Shas joins Torah Judaism in avoiding Tal Law alternative
Shas Chairman Eli Yishai says those who study the Torah will not negotiate over quotas • Former Shas MK Haim Amsalem: Shas is acting like an Ashkenazi ultra-Orthodox lackey.
Climate change may make Israel an immigration hot spot
Recent government study shows climate change in Africa and Jordan may create an exodus of immigrants heading to Europe, with Israel a main transit point • Environmental protection minister: Israel must take action on climate change now.
Francois Hollande sworn in as new president of France
Hollande, the country's first Socialist leader in nearly two decades, is expected to meet German Chancellor Merkel later Tuesday and U.S. President Obama in near future • Parliamentary elections slated for June.
Elliott Abrams | Hollande's bad start with Iran
France’s tough position on the Iranian nuclear program already looks weaker.
Greece condemns far-right party's Holocaust denial
Nikolaos Mihaloliakos, whose Golden Dawn party recently gained strength after an inconclusive election on May 6, says there were no gas chambers during the Holocaust and that the Jewish death toll of 6 million is an "exaggeration."
Suspected neo-Nazis storm pro-Israel event in Germany
Three Germans manning a booth at an "I like Israel" event in Siegen are injured • Organizers say they are used to anti-Israel feeling, but express shock at attack.
Arab-Israeli swimmer hopes to make splash in Europe
Jowan Qupty, 22, was originally denied a spot on the team and fought the ruling, citing discrimination • Last week, his legal team convinced the Israel Swimming Association to reverse its decision and allow him to compete for Israel.
Israeli author's dark tale wins British literary prize
"Blooms of Darkness" by 80-year-old Aharon Appelfeld is awarded Independent Foreign Fiction Prize in London • Author and translator will receive 5,000 pounds ($8,100) each • Book recounts story of prostitute who hides 11-year-old boy from Nazis.