Israel

Israeli government minister fires back at British criticism

An Israeli government minister responded to British condemnation of Israel’s planned construction in eastern Jerusalem and its accreditation of Ariel University Center.

Turkish police intercept sale of ancient Torah scroll

Police in Turkey arrested four people who allegedly attempted to sell an ancient Torah scroll, Turkish media reported.

Peres praises Abbas, rips Netanyahu and Liberman

Israeli President Shimon Peres praised Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas as a partner for peace while slamming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and ex-Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman.