"Establishing relations between Israel and Muslim countries in Africa is a move that will contribute to both sides, both bilaterally and in terms of regional stability," says Intelligence Services Minister Eli Cohen.

Major Crimes Unit to head the investigation. Meshi-Zahav, who was recently nominated for the Israel Prize over his activities as ZAKA's chief, announced he would be relinquishing the prestigious award.

The complex is comprised of six sectors containing the ruins of three churches and monks' cells, the walls of which bear graffiti and symbols with Coptic connotation.

IDF troops apprehended a Palestinian suspect who infiltrated into Israel from the northern part of the Gaza Strip on Friday....

Activists are trying to put an end to a haunting reality that often turns daily routine for women who live in the Gulf state into a dangerous endeavor.