Lazar Berman
The Times of Israel
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Diplomat in Paris warns that French pro-Israel voices are increasingly critical
Embassy spokesman Simon Seroussi writes in leaked cable that prominent journalists are attacking judicial reform, settler violence; French FM says no contact with Smotrich expected → Read More
As Saudis sidle up to Iran, some see US apathy, Israeli political chaos to blame
Riyadh has watched Washington grow more distant in recent years, and hopes for expanding Israel's Gulf partnerships have been dashed by scenes of tumult in the streets → Read More
Top Israeli official blames weakness of Biden, Bennett-Lapid for Saudi-Iran deal
Official claims talks between Riyadh and Tehran began in 2021 during tenure of short-lived unity coalition when US was working to re-enter nuclear deal → Read More
Even 84% enrichment doesn't make it any easier for Israel to move West on Iran
IAEA board meeting kicks can down the road, as US officials show up to take the pulse of Netanyahu government and his willingness to strike nuclear program → Read More
'He wore his heart on his sleeve': Friends remember Elan Ganeles
Those who knew the 26-year-old Israeli-American victim of terror recall a young man who prioritized others and pushed them to grow: 'If he loved you, he told you all the time' → Read More
Bride’s joy turns to sorrow after Elan Ganeles killed driving to her wedding
Maayan Rockland's childhood friend flew to Israel to be part of her happiest day; family shielded her from tragic news during celebration → Read More
Europe warns Israel against ‘game-changer’ death penalty legislation
Germany's foreign minister, diplomatic official voice opposition to legislation making its way through Knesset amid spike in Palestinian terror attacks → Read More
EU diplomats: We're surpised by Netanyahu's lack of coalition control
European officials in Israel expected premier to have more influence over far-right, will meet Wednesday to discuss rising violence, but not all see situation as particularly dire → Read More
Papua New Guinea to open Jerusalem embassy, Israel announces
Port Moseby expected to make move by end of year, amid signs that Fiji might follow suit after decades-long campaign by Christian organization → Read More
A year of war in Ukraine: A reflection
A Times of Israel reporter looks back on his visits to the war zone in the past year, and stories he encountered along the way → Read More
Top US lawmakers converge in Israel for talks on Iran, judicial shakeup
Netanyahu, Herzog and others meet with Senate delegations from both parties as well as House representatives on trips sponsored by J Street and US Israel Education Association → Read More
Following Saudis, Oman finally opens airspace to all countries, including Israel
Gulf sultanate, traditionally a mediator between Iran and the West, makes move that will cut hours off travel to Far East, but does not indicate impending treaty with Jerusalem → Read More
With Negev Summit planning on hold, Hanegbi said to be headed to UAE
Second confab, meant to be in Morocco in March, now up in the air amid violence between Israel and Palestinians → Read More
Zelensky seeking Netanyahu visit to Kyiv, Israeli official says
Ukrainian president extends informal invitation to prime minister during meetings with foreign minister, Knesset members, as country presses for more help against Russian rockets → Read More
Likud, opposition MKs urge upped support for Ukraine, including missile defense
Visiting Kyiv, Yuli Edelstein and Ze'ev Elkin call for government to quit sitting on fence, saying it should instead offer unequivocal support for war-torn country → Read More
Collapsed buildings shake Erdogan's chances in May elections, if they take place
Turkish president already faced political headwinds amid economic woes; the deadly earthquake scrambles the race, as he seeks to overcome accusations of corruption → Read More
With its envoy booted, Israel avoids African Union summit closing ceremony
Sharon Bar-li was escorted out of regional assembly, apparently at behest of South Africa and Algeria, as Israel's status continues to split 55-member bloc → Read More
Back on track: FM Cohen overcomes diplomatic hurdles en route to thaw with Ukraine
Top diplomat had to take two overnight trains to meet President Zelensky in freezing Kyiv, giving Netanyahu a little breathing room with the West → Read More
Hosting FM Cohen in Kyiv, Zelensky says Iran is ‘common enemy’
Foreign minister pledges air defense warning system for Ukraine within months, looks to increase cooperation against Tehran in international bodies → Read More
FM Cohen in Kyiv pledges Ukraine loan guarantees, help with airstrike warning system
FM Kuleba indicates he is satisfied with Israel's position, but says more decisions must be made; Ukrainian official unhappy Cohen didn't mention Russia in Bucha, scene of massacre → Read More