Benjamin Netanyahu

With Torah verse of his own

Lapid turns down invite to study Torah with Netanyahu

Netanyahu hosts security chiefs and IDF veterans for Hoshana Rabbah Torah study at the Knesset, but Lapid cries foul over a last-minute invitation.

Netanyahu to flight heroes

'You will light a torch on Independence Day'

Prime Minister meets four of the heroes of the flight from Dubai and announces that they will light a torch honoring civilian heroism on Independence Day.

Trump

'I don't think Netanyahu was warned in advance'

US President addresses reports of advance warnings before the October 7 massacre in an interview with TIME, rejects claims that Netanyahu knew beforehand.

Netanyahu:

'Too early to say if Iran was behind Flydubai incident'

Netanyahu praises the Israeli passenger who helped stop an attack on a Flydubai flight and says Israel is investigating possible Iranian involvement.

Netanyahu:

'Passengers' heroism prevented a 9/11 disaster'

Speaking to CNN, Netanyahu says the crew and passengers’ actions prevented “a 9/11 disaster" on the Flydubai flight: “We’ll know soon if Iran is involved."

'We are a nation of lions’:

Netanyahu meets passenger who saved the plane

At Ben Gurion Airport, Netanyahu embraced Yaniv, one of the Israeli passengers who subdued the rogue copilot and said he pulled the diving Flydubai plane back up.

Netanyahu: 'Passengers prevented a major disaster'

Prime Minister says pilot who stabbed fellow pilot apparently attempted to crash plane: 'The passengers who neutralized him saved many lives and prevented a major disaster.'

Report:

The intel Netanyahu revealed to the UAE

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly shares fresh Israeli intelligence on Iran's renewed nuclear advances during secret Abu Dhabi talks.

Rabbi presents Netanyahu with biblical-style scroll on Iran war

Rabbi Daniel Lavie, head of the Olamot Institute and a rosh yeshiva at the Higher Yeshiva in Elon Moreh, recently presented Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with The Book of the Rising Lion, a biblical-style chronicle of Operation Rising Lion.

After Netanyahu visit

Iran warns UAE: Israel’s regional presence 'very dangerous'

Iran condemns Netanyahu’s visit to the UAE, warning regional countries against expanding Israel’s presence and accusing it of fueling instability.

Saudi Arabia denies

Representatives didn't attend Netanyahu-UAE meeting

Saudi Arabia rejects reports that its representatives attended a meeting between PM Netanyahu and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi.

Lapid meets Netanyahu:

'No reason to cause public panic'

Meeting between Netanyahu and Lapid on security threats ahead of the election ends after about 30 minutes. Lapid says he will not disclose the briefing’s contents but states: “There is no reason to cause public panic."

“False blood libels"

Netanyahu launches legal battle against media

Prime Minister files NIS 2.6 million defamation lawsuit against media outlets and journalists over reports that he received warnings before October 7.

Netanyahu

'Signs our enemies will try to attack us ahead of elections'

During a visit to an Israeli Air Force base, the Prime Minister issued a stern warning to terrorist organizations: “Our long arm will reach you anywhere and at any time."

Did Netanyahu secretly meet a Libyan leader in Abu Dhabi?

An aircraft used by Saddam Haftar reportedly landed in Abu Dhabi shortly after Netanyahu, prompting an unconfirmed claim that the two met.

Second meeting in months

Behind the scenes of the Netanyahu-bin Zayed summit

The UAE and Prime Minister’s Office officially confirm reports of a previously undisclosed meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the UAE President.

Ronen Bar: I will file a defamation lawsuit against Netanyahu

Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar announced that he will file a defamation lawsuit against the Prime Minister and demanded the release of the protocols and the schedule of security meetings that preceded the October 7 massacre.

Netanyahu denies claims - announces defamation lawsuit

Netanyahu denies meeting or speaking with Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel before October 7 and says he received no Egyptian warning. He has instructed his lawyers to file a defamation lawsuit.

Secret Abu Dhabi meeting

Report: Netanyahu's unusual request from UAE President

AP reports Netanyahu secretly met UAE President bin Zayed to seek a denial of claims he had warned Israel of an impending Hamas attack before October 7.

Report:

Egypt’s intelligence chief called Netanyahu days before October 7

The Wall Street Journal reports that Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel personally warned Netanyahu about the possibility of an impending Hamas attack days before the October 7, 2023 massacre.

Secret trip

Netanyahu meets with UAE President

Channel 12 reports Netanyahu secretly flew to Abu Dhabi for talks with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed; the Prime Minister's Office has not commented.

Report:

Israel preparing international legal case against Erdogan

Israel is reportedly compiling a legal case against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, focusing on his treatment of the Kurds and his ties to Hamas.

Chabad to Netanyahu: ‘Bring light into the darkness’

Chabad-Lubavitch delegation presented Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with the Four Species and the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teachings, offering encouragement ahead of his address to the UN General Assembly.

Mystery in the sewers: Two arrested near Netanyahu’s NYC hotel

NYPD investigates whether three men emerging from a sewer near Netanyahu’s hotel posed a security threat.

At Oct. 1 meeting

NYT: Netanyahu did not mention UAE warning of Hamas attack

The New York Times reports Netanyahu did not mention an alleged UAE warning about a planned Hamas attack during a key security meeting days before Oct. 7.

Netanyahu:

'Israel’s economy is thriving; Smotrich has a hand in it'

Prime Minister Netanyahu testified to good cooperation with Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and praised him for Israel’s economic situation. 'Our economy is thriving after three years of war.'

Netanyahu: “Hamas will try to disrupt the elections"

One month before the elections, the Prime Minister addresses concerns over a surprise Hamas attack on the eve of the vote and dismisses rumors of a plea bargain in his trial.

'Join Isaac Accords, oppose ICC'

Netanyahu meets Latin American leaders in New York

Netanyahu meets the leaders of Paraguay, Panama and Bolivia in New York, urges them to join the Isaac Accords and oppose the International Criminal Court.

Netanyahu to Milei:

'You are one of the great leaders of our time'

Netanyahu meets Argentina’s President on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, thanks him for his support for Israel.

'Baseless lies'

Mamdani fires back after Netanyahu’s UN criticism

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani accuses Netanyahu of spreading “baseless lies" after the Prime Minister criticizes him during his UN speech.

Bereaved father sings at UN: “Am Yisrael Chai"

As Netanyahu entered the UN hall, bereaved father Itzik Bontzel stood and called out “Am Yisrael Chai": “I shouted loudly for all the nations of the world to hear."

Netanyahu at UN:

We're going to win. We have no other choice

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the UN General Assembly, focusing on Israel’s security, its enemies, antisemitism and the challenges facing the Jewish State.

Danon reveals to Arutz Sheva

Iran, the diplomatic offensive, and a surprise in PM's speech

Israel’s ambassador to the UN talks with Arutz Sheva about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s brief visit to New York, marking Iran as a central topic in his remarks and addressing sharp criticism of Israel.

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Prime Minister Netanyahu arrives in US ahead of UN speech

Netanyahu arrives for an unusually brief US visit, heading directly to the UN for his address and meetings with world leaders before returning to Israel.

Mamdani criticized over silence on Iranian president's NYC visit

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism for his silence on Iran’s president while repeatedly calling Netanyahu a “war criminal."

Bennett calls on Netanyahu to declare Qatar an enemy state at UN

Together party chairman Naftali Bennett urges Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to use his address at the United Nations General Assembly to formally declare Qatar an enemy state.

Land, speak, leave:

Security warnings cut Netanyahu’s US visit to just seven hours

Netanyahu is reportedly set to spend just seven hours in the US after security officials urged him to minimize his stay amid concrete warnings over the trip.

Netanyahu, Liberman clash over Jordan plan for Judea and Samaria

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demands Yisrael Beytenu chair MK Avigdor Liberman retract proposal for Jordan to administer Areas A and B; Liberman fires back.

IDF eliminates Hamas finance chief in Gaza

Hamas finance chief Muhammad Abu Alwan eliminated in Khan Yunis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announce.

Rabbi Schneier blasts Mamdani:

'He is the architect of antisemitism in New York'

Rabbi Marc Schneier accuses New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani of fueling antisemitism after Mamdani again called Netanyahu an “architect of genocide."

'Ignorance is no excuse'

Netanyahu’s office blasts Macron

Netanyahu’s office condemns French President who claimed Hamas has “never been very active" in Judea and Samaria: Just two days ago, a French citizen was murdered in Judea and Samaria.

PM to Shakron family:

'The terrorist might be executed'

Netanyahu tells slain victim’s son: 'His case could be the first to invoke the death penalty law for terrorists.'

Netanyahu warns Mamdani:

‘I’m going to tell the truth about you’

Netanyahu blasts NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over his accusations against Israel and vows to “tell the truth" about him during his upcoming UN address.

Mamdani blasts Netanyahu again

'A war criminal and architect of a horrific genocide'

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani again calls Netanyahu a “war criminal" ahead of the Prime Minister’s UN visit, but again acknowledges he lacks authority to arrest him.

On Eve of Yom Kippur

Netanyahu prays at Western Wall for IDF soldiers

The Prime Minister participated in the main Selichot service at the Western Wall and prayed for the well-being of IDF soldiers and security forces. Captivity survivors were greeted with cheers from the crowd.

UAE denies report

No warning was conveyed to Netanyahu

An official in Abu Dhabi denied a report claiming that President Mohammed bin Zayed warned Prime Minister Netanyahu of a Hamas attack before October 7.

'Will bring down the right"

Netanyahu hints against voting for Winter

Netanyahu alluded to Ofer Winter and warned: “You must not vote for a party that will not cross the electoral threshold or that will transfer votes to Liberman."

Netanyahu

‘We'll bring down Iranian regime, eliminate Hamas & Hezbollah’

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses ISA outstanding personnel ceremony, says Israel is settling accounts with October 7 terrorists and warns: “No one is immune. We will reach all of you."

During UN visit

Mamdani will not join protests against Netanyahu

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirms he will not join UN protests against Benjamin Netanyahu while defending residents' constitutional right to demonstrate.

NAZA controversy:

Netanyahu unveils bills targeting those who ‘slander’ IDF troops

Netanyahu announces bills to revoke citizenship from those who slander IDF soldiers and increase potential defamation damages twentyfold following NAZA controversy.

‘A big lie’:

Netanyahu rejects claims of Christian persecution

At memorial ceremony for fallen Arabic-speaking Christian IDF soldiers, Netanyahu rejects claims Israel persecutes minorities and calls the country an ‘island of tolerance.’

Rom Braslavski

'I’m afraid a Palestinian government will be established here'

Captivity survivor Rom Braslavski spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and admitted that despite their disagreements, he is very apprehensive about giving his vote to the left.

Ayelet Shaked: “Netanyahu needs to go"

Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked criticized Netanyahu: “He bears both responsibility and blame for October 7," and offered her prediction for the elections.

Netanyahu's secret promise to Ben Gvir and Gotliv

Report: Fearing a loss of Likud voters to Otzma Yehudit, the Prime Minister held clarification talks with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and MK Tally Gotliv.

Netanyahu warns Hezbollah: Next attack will bring ‘heavier blows’

Netanyahu hails the destruction of Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon and warns that any renewed attack on Israel will be met with even heavier blows.

Netanyahu seeks more defense funding; Lapid sets condition

Netanyahu asked to increase the defense budget. Lapid said he would support the move but demanded that it not be funded through tax increases. Likud responded with criticism.

Netanyahu on 9/11:

'There is no ‘yes, but’ when it comes to terrorism'

Netanyahu marks 25 years since 9/11, draws parallel with October 7 massacre: 'We will never bow to terrorism. We will never surrender to evil.'

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah

Netanyahu prays at the Western Wall

Hours before Rosh Hashanah, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the Western Wall to pray. Watch.

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All terror tunnels at former Hezbollah stronghold dismantled

The IDF dismantled Hezbollah’s underground infrastructure on the Ali al-Taher Ridge on Thursday evening. “Any attempt to harm our civilians and our forces will be met with force."

Netanyahu:

Iran is trying to rearm, I won't let them have nuclear weapons

Speaking at the Western Wall ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Netanyahu pledges Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons as long as he remains Prime Minister.