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President Herzog:

'The job isn't done until all the hostages return home'

President Isaac Herzog welcomes release of first batch of hostages: I pray for return of those who are still in the hands of the enemy.

'The job isn't done until all the hostages return home'

Report:

Elon Musk to visit Israel next week

Channel 12 News reports that owner of X and Starlink will meet Herzog and Netanyahu and will visit the area near the Gaza border.

Elon Musk to visit Israel next week

President Herzog:

'I back and support the hostage release deal'

President Isaac Herzog comments on deal to release hostages which was approved by the government: This is a moral and ethical duty.

'I back and support the hostage release deal'

Herzog on Fox News:

'Hamas is holding children hostage, where are the protests?'

President Herzog criticizes pro-Hamas protesters in the US, says they support terrorism.

'Hamas is holding children hostage, where are the protests?'

Herzog:

'Iran and its proxies are attacking international order'

Herzog comments on hijacking by Yemen’s Houthi rebels of a cargo ship in the Red Sea.

'Iran and its proxies are attacking international order'

President Herzog: 'Kidnapping children is barbaric'

President Isaac Herzog met with families of the kidnapped children in honor of International Children's Day.

President Herzog: 'Kidnapping children is barbaric'

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President Herzog's message of hope to world Jewry

Israeli President says Israel is here for world Jewry just as world Jewry is there for Israel during Hamas war, wave of antisemitism.

President Herzog's message of hope to world Jewry

Pres. Herzog prays at Western Wall for IDF soldiers and captives

President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, prayed this evening at Western Wall Plaza for well-being of IDF soldiers and swift return of captives.

Pres. Herzog prays at Western Wall for IDF soldiers and captives

Pres. Herzog to DC rallygoers:

'In our darkest moment, you stood up and declared: I am here'

Israeli President speaks to 'March for Israel' rally in Washington from the Western Wall.

'In our darkest moment, you stood up and declared: I am here'

Pres. Macron to Herzog:

'I Unequivocally support Israel and your right to self-defense'

French President calls Israeli counterpart to clarify comments made in BBC interview.

'I Unequivocally support Israel and your right to self-defense'

Herzog to BBC:

Mein Kampf found in children's room used as Hamas base

Israeli President tells British media Hamas terrorists motivated by same genocidal hatred of Jews as the Nazis.

Mein Kampf found in children's room used as Hamas base

White House:

'Harris emphasized the importance of protecting civilians'

White House on Harris’ phone call with Herzog: She reiterated her support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens.

'Harris emphasized the importance of protecting civilians'

Pres. Herzog speaks with VP Harris on war, antisemitism in US

Israeli President reiterates Israel's commitment to international law in conversation with US Vice President Kamala Harris.

Pres. Herzog speaks with VP Harris on war, antisemitism in US

Herzog to US Uni. presidents:

'How can Hamas supporters have a place at your schools?'

Israeli President writes open letter to heads of American universities and colleges on the outbreak of antisemitism on college campuses.

'How can Hamas supporters have a place at your schools?'

Herzog thanks Schumer for his commitment to Israel

President Isaac Herzog speaks to Senate Majority Leader, thanks him for his efforts to lead wide-ranging support for Israel.

Herzog thanks Schumer for his commitment to Israel

Herzog in int'l interview:

'Gaza is an Iranian base filled with terror'

President Isaac Herzog speaks to journalist Piers Morgan: We have no other choice but to topple Hamas.

'Gaza is an Iranian base filled with terror'

'The light will overcome'

President Herzog's call to people around the world

President Herzog invites people around the world to light a candle in memory of the murdered and the fallen.

President Herzog's call to people around the world

President Herzog:

'Israeli society is our true secret weapon'

President Isaac Herzog addressed the nation and praised its 'unbreakable spirit' in the face of the war with Hamas.

'Israeli society is our true secret weapon'

Blinken to Herzog:

'Israel has a right to defend itself consistent with int'l law'

Secretary of State speaks by phone to President Herzog, stresses need to take precautions to minimize harm to civilians in Gaza.

'Israel has a right to defend itself consistent with int'l law'

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The segment of Herzog's BBC interview which did not air

Herzog in omitted section of interview: I don't want to go into whether the BBC has been objective or not.

The segment of Herzog's BBC interview which did not air

Censorship:

BBC interviews Herzog, omits his criticism of the network

British network chooses not to air portion of interview in which Israeli President criticized its biased coverage of Israel.

BBC interviews Herzog, omits his criticism of the network

Pres. Herzog:

'When they say from the river to the sea, it means without Jews'

Israeli President meets with European Jewish leaders amid rise in global antisemitism in wake of Hamas massacre.

'When they say from the river to the sea, it means without Jews'

President Herzog:

"Hamas attack does not represent Islam"

President Herzog: "The Hamas attack does not represent Islam, the religion of love and brotherhood"

"Hamas attack does not represent Islam"

Herzog:

'The central problem of the conflict is terrorism'

Israel's President speaks to French TV, affirms Israel's commitment to international law while doing what is needed to defend itself.

'The central problem of the conflict is terrorism'

Herzog responds to UN Chief:

'There is no reason or justification for terror'

Israeli President meets Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, who is visiting to show solidarity with Israel following the Hamas massacre.

'There is no reason or justification for terror'

Emmanuel Macron:

I'm here to express solidarity, goal is to release all hostages

French Pres. Macron, visiting Israel during war with Hamas, speaks with Israel's Pres. Herzog. Watch.

I'm here to express solidarity, goal is to release all hostages

Herzog visits wounded IDF soldiers at Beilinson Hospital

President Herzog meets wounded soldiers and their families, hears their heroic stories and offers them strength.

Herzog visits wounded IDF soldiers at Beilinson Hospital

Rishi Sunak:

We'll support your efforts to ensure safe return of all hostages

British PM Sunak meets Israeli Pres. Herzog, discussing BBC's bias and promising to work to bring hostages home safely.

We'll support your efforts to ensure safe return of all hostages

President Herzog:

'Shame on media who swallow the lies of Hamas and Islamic Jihad'

President Isaac Herzog responds to explosion of Islamic Jihad rocket in Gaza hospital which was blamed on Israel.

'Shame on media who swallow the lies of Hamas and Islamic Jihad'

Herzog to Chancellor Scholz:

'People must remember what Hamas did'

Israeli President meets German Chancellor in the Kirya during Chancellor Scholz's solidarity visit to Israel.

'People must remember what Hamas did'

Herzog at Knesset:

'Our enemies are looking for any hint of division within us'

President opens Winter Session of the 25th Knesset: 'This House must mirror the unity of our nation at this time.'

'Our enemies are looking for any hint of division within us'

In CNN interview:

President Herzog reveals Hamas “Captive Taking Handbook”

In the booklet terrorists are advised in detail on how to carry out the kidnapping.

President Herzog reveals Hamas “Captive Taking Handbook”

Herzog in southern kibbutz:

'We have a moral duty to restore this hell to a paradise'

President re-inaugurates Kibbutz Be'eri printing house for 1st time since massacre. 'To the world, we are here and are not leaving.'

'We have a moral duty to restore this hell to a paradise'

Pres. Herzog meets bipartisan delegation of US senators

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer leads delegation to Israel to show support for Jewish State following Simchat Torah massacre.

Pres. Herzog meets bipartisan delegation of US senators

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President Herzog argues with foreign correspondent

Israeli President Isaac Herzog responds when asked about Gaza's civilian population. 'We have to fight; what do you want us to do?'

President Herzog argues with foreign correspondent

Blinken to Herzog:

'Israel will prevail, and the US is here to help'

US Secretary of State meets Israeli President in Tel Aviv as both countries deal with aftermath of Hamas massacre.

'Israel will prevail, and the US is here to help'

Herzog to foreign journalists:

"Support Israel in words and in deeds"

President Herzog holds briefing for international media and says: "These are not freedom fighters. These are terrorists"

"Support Israel in words and in deeds"

King Charles expresses condolences to President Herzog

King Charles III called to express his condolences and deep shock at the actions of Hamas in its attack on the citizens of Israel.

King Charles expresses condolences to President Herzog

Herzog thanks Biden:

'You have shown what a great friend you are of Israel'

President Issac Herzog thanks US President after his speech on the Hamas attack.

'You have shown what a great friend you are of Israel'

Ahead of Israel visit:

Blinken speaks to President Herzog

US Secretary of State reaffirms “unwavering US support for Israel’s right to defend itself".

Blinken speaks to President Herzog

Pres. Herzog to world:

'More Jews killed in 1 day than at any point since Holocaust'

Israeli President speaks to international community. 'Hamas imported, adopted, and duplicated the savagery of ISIS.'

'More Jews killed in 1 day than at any point since Holocaust'

President Herzog:

'Spirit of heroism and togetherness is our most powerful weapon'

President Isaac Herzog addressed tbe nation of Israel in light of Hamas attack.

'Spirit of heroism and togetherness is our most powerful weapon'

President Herzog speaks with US Vice President Harris

United States Vice President Kamala Harris reiterated her country's commitment to Israel's security and right to defend itself.

President Herzog speaks with US Vice President Harris

President Herzog:

We are in the midst of a war

President Isaac Herzog issues a special message to the Israeli people

We are in the midst of a war

Blinken to President Herzog:

The United States stands by Israel

President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, speaks to world leaders who voiced support for Israel and its right to defend itself

The United States stands by Israel

President Herzog:

Today we saw the true face of Hamas

The State of Israel will take all measures necessary to eliminate this clear and immediate danger to our citizens.

Today we saw the true face of Hamas

Pres. Herzog: Avoid disturbing holiday prayers

Israeli President calls on Israelis to 'allow everyone, together, to feel the joy of the holiday - without provocations.'

Pres. Herzog: Avoid disturbing holiday prayers

Shin Bet investigating:

President Herzog's Telegram account hacked

The private account of Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the Telegram messenger app was hacked on Wednesday due to a web scam.

President Herzog's Telegram account hacked

Herzog:

'We insist on protecting all religious communities'

Israeli President reassures Christian community following video showing Jews spitting at Christians in Old City of Jerusalem.

'We insist on protecting all religious communities'

President Herzog welcomes Israelis to 'Open Sukkah' event

Pres. Herzog and wife Michal kick off 'Sports - A Game for All' holiday event, inviting all of Israel to their 'Open Sukkah.'

President Herzog welcomes Israelis to 'Open Sukkah' event

Tuesday: Pres. Herzog to hold sports-themed 'open sukkah'

Israeli sports stars to join President & First Lady Herzog in inviting Israelis to the President’s 'Open Sukkah.'

Tuesday: Pres. Herzog to hold sports-themed 'open sukkah'

Chief Rabbi to President:

'There are many who are afraid to express an opinion of peace'

President Herzog visited the Sukkah of Rabbi David Lau, who praised the president for his efforts to bring reach a national consensus.

'There are many who are afraid to express an opinion of peace'

President Herzog:

'When I hear 'start-up nation' I think of Hatzalah volunteers'

United Hatzalah kicked off its 18th year with a ceremony at the President’s Residence.

'When I hear 'start-up nation' I think of Hatzalah volunteers'

President Herzog:

'We are in a domestic state of emergency'

At the ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War president called on the nation to overcome inner conflict.

'We are in a domestic state of emergency'

Pres. Herzog:

50 years after bitter Yom Kippur war, we are fighting each other

President Herzog addresses State Memorial Ceremony marking 50 years since Yom Kippur War, calls for Israelis to put aside their differences.

50 years after bitter Yom Kippur war, we are fighting each other

President Herzog:

This is the time for soul-searching and national responsibility

Israel's president Isaac Herzog issues special statement for Yom Kippur.

This is the time for soul-searching and national responsibility

Pres. Herzog:

'Israel-Saudi peace can be foundation for historic change'

President addresses recent events during a ceremony marking 50 years since the Yom Kippur War.

'Israel-Saudi peace can be foundation for historic change'

Herzog on Rosh Hashanah:

'Our differences are our greatest asset'

In Rosh Hashanah message to Jews around the world, Herzog calls for greater engagement in worldwide Jewish dialogue.

'Our differences are our greatest asset'

Herzog:

'There's broad support for a compromise'

President reveals he presented a compromise proposal to the coalition and the opposition on judicial reform.

'There's broad support for a compromise'

President's Residence:

Negotiations on judicial reform deal between Netanyahu, Gantz

Mediation efforts between PM, National Unity Party chairman resume to reach agreement based on outline proposed by President Herzog.

Negotiations on judicial reform deal between Netanyahu, Gantz