Reuven Rivlin Balance between authorities is foundation of democracyPres. Rivlin: Justice system one of the pillars Israel rests on. PM Netanyahu: Balance between authorities is a foundation of democracy. Rivlin thanks Russia for securing return of missing soldierPresident Rivlin a guest of honor at reception to celebrate Russia Day hosted by the Russian Embassy in Israel. Photos: Thousands comfort the PresidentFriday was the last day of the shiva mourning for Nechama Rivlin, which is shortened because of the Shavuot holiday. Hamas livid after Abbas phones RivlinPA chairman calls President Rivlin to express his condolences over the death of his wife, raising the ire of Hamas. Israelis from all over the country console the PresidentCitizens from all over the country visit President's Residence on first day of the shiva for Nechama Rivlin. Family of donor who gave lung to First Lady meets with PresidentA moving meeting takes place at the Presidential Residence when the family of Nechama's lung donor meets the Rivlins for the first time. Watch: Funeral of First Lady Nechama RivlinFirst lady laid to rest in plot of Great Leaders of the Nation at Har Herzl in Jerusalem. President and son say kaddish. Watch: President Rivlin pays final respects to his wife NechamaMany Israelis join the president to say goodbye to First Lady Nechama Rivlin at the Jerusalem Theater 'A sad day for the Rivlin family and the State of Israel'Israeli leaders mourn the passing of Israel's First Lady, Nechama Rivlin. 'She was a great woman, yet unpretentious.' Israel's First Lady, Nechama Rivlin, passes awayIsraeli First Lady Nechama Rivlin, who underwent lung transplant surgery in March, has died. She would have been 74 years old tomorrow. Israel marks Ethiopian Jews' Memorial DayPresident, PM address memorial ceremony on Mt. Herzl for Ethiopian Jews who perished while attempting to make it to Israel. President Rivlin welcomes injured UK, Israeli vets at residenceRivlin welcomes some 60 injured vets from the UK and their Israeli counterparts who have taken part in the first Veterans’ Games. Liberman: Every reasonable person would accept my billYisrael Beytenu chairman says draft law is the only issue holding up coalition negotiations. 'I hope the haredim will accept my proposal.' 'I will do everything in my power to prevent another election'Amid the crisis in coalition negotiations, President Rivlin releases video in which he outlines the possibilities available to him by law. Rivlin meets with Chair of US House Foreign Affairs Cmte EngelEliot Engel in Israel: 'Friends will sometimes have disagreements, but that shouldn’t doesn’t and won’t obscure the bigger picture.' Rivlin hosts Iftar meal at presidential residenceRivlin: The medical staff that takes care of Nechama is made up of Jews and Arabs. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.Rivlin: Germany has 'capitulated' to anti-Semitism'Jews are not safe on German soil,' says Israeli President after Germany warns Jews not to wear kippot in public. President Rivlin to Shaldag special forces: 'Best of the best'Rivlin visits elite unit, is briefed by its commander. 'I don't see a situation in which IDF is not the people’s army. It's that simple.' Special pardon period comes to an end, with 551 helpedPres. Rivlin, outgoing Minister Shaked, hold meeting to mark end of pardon period. 'Israel seeks peace but we cannot compromise on security'President Rivlin receives credentials of ambassadors from Ethiopia, Finland, Peru, Greece and Nicaragua. 'True peace is not made with a piece of paper'President Rivlin participates in reception in honor of Europe Day. Rivlin meets group of mayors from 5 US citiesPresident Rivlin meets group of mayors led by Mayor of LA Eric Garcetti - who reveals his previously-unknown link.to the Jewish people. Rivlin thanks astronaut for plans to bring Israeli flag to spaceIsraeli president thanks Jessica Meir over her plans to bring Israeli flag into space in September flight. President grants Netanyahu extra time to form governmentRivlin agrees to request by Netanyahu, granting PM two extra weeks to negotiate coalition deals with partners. Outstanding soldier who felt unwell gets his awardDuring Independence Day ceremony for outstanding soldiers, Ariel Salem was sent to hospital, missing ceremony. Rivlin: Israel is a 'superpower of hope'President Rivlin hosts diplomatic and consular corps in honor of Israel’s 71st Independence Day. Rivlin to outstanding soldiers: Thank you for your spirit'You, who are not afraid of challenges, who are ready for the unexpected, who pull harder and stronger than anyone, you are Israel’s hope.'Watch: The President's Independence Day greetingsPresident Rivlin's message for Israel's 71st Yom Haatzmaut (Independence Day). President visits family of driver killed by missilePresident Rivlin pays Memorial Day condolence visit to family of Moshe Feder, killed by anti-tank missile that hit his car 2 days ago. President at Western Wall torch-lighting opening Yom HaZikaronPresident Rivlin: 'Dear families, I stand humbled before the strengths you developed without wishing for them.' Presidential surprise for IDF soldiersSoldiers preparing for annual award ceremony get surprise visit from President Reuven Rivlin on eve of Israeli memorial day. 'The knock on the door, the symbol of loss'President Rivlin meets members of IDF casualties unit whose job is to inform families when soldiers are killed. Rivlin calls for unity in remembering Holocaust victimsPresident Reuven Rivlin speaks at the ceremony closing Yom Hashoah at Kibbutz Yad Mordechai. 'Anti-Semitism is permeating the heart of European leadership''Survivors, every one of you is a miracle, a symbol of life out of death, of hope and faith in life and the eternity of the Jewish people.' 21st Knesset officially beginsPresident Rivlin quotes Menachem Begin in calling for civility between the coalition and the opposition in the new Knesset. 'The Admor gave voice to the heroism of faith'Israeli leaders eulogize Rabbi Menachem Mendel Taub, the Admor of Kaliv. Supreme Court rejects petition against Netanyahu forming gvmt'Petition before us reveals no grounds for intervention in decision of President of State,' judges Barak, Elron, Gruskoff rule. Pres. Rivlin celebrates Passover with lone soldiersPresident Rivlin, IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi, celebrate Passover seder with 400 lone soldiers. President to host 400 lone soldiers from 35 countriesPresident Reuven Rivlin to have Seder with 400 lone soldiers from around the world. Netanyahu tasked with forming governmentPresident Rivlin chooses Netanyahu to establish next coalition. 'For the fifth time, you have secured the support of this dear people.' 'Hoping for a strong and stable government'Rivlin tonight formally taps candidate for premier - Netanyahu. 'I hope we are soon back to routine, led by a strong, stable government.' Netanyahu to be formally tapped for premiership todayPresident Rivlin receives final results of Knesset election, will formally task Netanyahu with forming 35th Israeli government. Blue and White: We won't join unity governmentRepresentatives of Blue and White party rejected president's overtures for unity government, recommend Benny Gantz for premier.Rivlin to meet with party reps as coalition building beginsPresident Rivlin to begin consultations with parties Monday morning - the first step in selecting a prime minister. Rivlin to begin consultations for nominating PM on MondayEven though official results won't be ready until Wednesday, President Rivlin to begin consultations for nominating PM tomorrow.Rivlin: We will never forgive and never forgetIsrael's Pres. Rivlin promises Jewish people will 'never forgive and never forget,' says 'no one' can order Jews to forgive Holocaust. Coalition consultations to begin next weekPresident Rivlin to begin consultations for formation of government next week. Netanyahu expected to receive mandate to form government. 'Only Israeli voters will decide who the PM will be'President votes in Jerusalem, addressing health condition of his wife, Nechama. 'I hope next year we will vote here together.' 'Go out and vote'In an open letter to the Israeli public, Pres. Reuven Rivlin emphasizes importance of freedom, urges everyone to vote. President Rivlin visits Ofer Prison, speaks with IPS command'"Prison warder" can be misleading. You're brave servicemen on front line along with security forces. You, not prison walls, keep us safe.' 'Israel-US science collabo sure to bring incredible discoveries'Rivlin hosts signing for cooperation between Israel National Academy of Sciences and Humanities, American National Academy of Sciences.Rivlin: The end of 37 years of pain and doubtPresident thanks IDF for finally returning body of First Sergeant Zachary Baumel 37 years after he was killed in Lebanon. Rivlin's first stop: 'World's best mother and grandmother'Pres. Rivlin thanks Israeli public for support during wife's recovery, says medical care 'first-class'.Nechama Rivlin in serious but stable conditionPres. Rivlin returns to Israel, keeps constant contact with hospital. Health of First Lady deterioratesPresident Reuven Rivlin cuts short his state visit to Canada, returning to Israel following sudden deterioration in his wife's health. A present for Canada's PM: Socks from IsraelPresident Rivlin gives Canadian PM Trudeau a unique gift, courtesy of Nechama Rivlin. 'Peace requires trust - and there is little of that right now'President Rivlin attends Holocaust memorial in Ottawa with Canadian PM, and state dinner, where he discusses Israeli security situation. |
