Isaac Herzog

President Herzog speaks with pro-Israel college basketball coach

President Isaac Herzog spoke with Auburn Tigers basketball coach Bruce Pearl and thanked him for his support for Israel and his work to raise awareness for the hostages.

Bereaved families demand a public inquiry committee

Over 300 bereaved parents and parents of hostages approached the President calling for the establishment of a mutually agreed inquiry committee.

President Herzog:

'Jewish Unity Has Never Been More Important'

As part of Antisemitism Awareness Week, President Isaac Herzog hosted Jewish leaders and friends of Israel from around the world and called for collective action against antisemitism and emphasized the critical importance of Jewish unity.

Captivity survivor:

'Division in the nation gives strength to our enemies'

Omer Shem Tov, released after 505 days in Hamas captivity, calls for unity in Israel during meeting with President Herzog: 'They talk about how we are destroying ourselves from within.'

President Herzog:

'No one forgets the hostages for even a moment'

President Herzog emphasizes the nation's unwavering commitment to bringing every hostage home and calls for legislative action to support them and their families.

Israeli President congratulates WIZ owner on historic exit

Israeli President Isaac Herzog congratulates WIZ CEO Assaf Rappaport on historic exit: 'This is an unimaginable achievement – I salute you.'

Netanyahu rejects

Herzog proposes framework for commission of inquiry

Supreme Court President Justice Yitzhak Amit agrees to the proposal of President Isaac Herzog stating that if a decision is made to establish a state commission of inquiry, its composition will be determined in consultation with Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg.

Pres. Herzog:

Ori Danino took responsibility and demonstrated Jewish bravery

Israeli President Isaac Herzog joins reading of Book of Esther at the synagogue of murdered hostage, Ori Danino, praises his bravery. 'Ori was like an angel amidst the chaos.'

'You are a national hero'

President Herzog meets with released hostage Tal Shoham

President Herzog visited the home of former hostage Tal Shoham. 'All of Israel is moved to see you.'

Pres. Herzog:

Our hearts ache at identification of Ohad, Itzik, Tsachi & Shlomo

Israeli President Isaac Herzog mourns hostages Ohad Yahalomi, Tsachi Idan, Itzik Elgarat, and Shlomo Mantzur, whose bodies were returned Wednesday night.

President Herzog:

'Oded, I ask forgiveness that we did not protect you'

Israeli President delivers eulogy at funeral of Oded Lifshitz, calls for State Commission of Inquiry into failures that led to the October 7 massacre,

Pres. Herzog:

Our sons fought together, we must also unite

Israeli President Isaac Herzog speaks at the 22nd Jerusalem Conference, urging unity among Israelis. ' The people of Israel are extraordinary — diverse, fascinating — and each family has its own story.'

Netanyahu on Bibas murders: 'We shall neither forgive nor forget'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says heart 'bursts with excitement' at return of six living hostages from Hamas captivity, Israel will 'neither forgive nor forget' brutal murders of Shiri Bibas and her young sons Ariel and Kfir.

Herzog on American TV:

'What brings somebody to kidnap two toddlers in their pajamas?'

President Isaac Herzog spoke to international US-based media outlets, CNN and MSNBC, and highlighted the terrible cruelty Israel faces in its battle with Hamas terrorists.

Herzog in Rome:

'These days are a wake-up call for the entire family of nations'

President Isaac Herzog concluded his official visit to Italy today, with an address at a historic gathering of the Jewish community at the Great Synagogue of Rome.

Hostage's wife to Hungarian Pres.:

'My daughters need their father'

President Herzog participates in state ceremony in Hungary and, together with Hungarian President, meets family of hostage Omri Miran and Holocaust survivor Aharon Shabo and his family.

President Herzog to visit Hungary, Italy

The family of Omri Miran, who was kidnapped from his home in Nahal Oz on October 7, will join the President's State Visit to Hungary marking 80 years since the Holocaust of Hungarian Jewry.

President Herzog:

'President Trump has a fresh plan, let's try to change reality'

President Isaac Herzog met today with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations on the 500th day since the October 7 attacks.

Ohad Ben-Ami to Pres. Herzog:

'We were six people in six meters, 30 meters underground'

Israeli President Isaac Herzog meets freed hostage Ohad Ben-Ami, marking 500 days since the October 7 massacre. 'We have brothers and sisters still there in Gaza, and we want every last one of them home as soon as possible.'

Rubio to Herzog:

'Iranian regime behind all challenges in the region'

Ahead of their meeting, President Herzog and Secretary of State Rubio spoke to the media about the challenges that the two nations face in the region.

Herzog slams Netanyahu for skipping Supreme Court inauguration

Israeli President decries decision by Prime Minister, Knesset Speaker not to attend the inauguration of new Supre Court President Justice Yitzhak Amit. 'No place for 1 branch to boycott another.'

President Herzog:

'We cannot fall into Hamas's trap'

President Isaac Herzog attended a ceremony today to dedicate 18 Torah scrolls in memory of fallen soldiers of the Swords of Iron war and warned against national panic regarding the future of the hostage deal.

Pres. Herzog shows Fox News before and after photos of hostage

During an interview to Fox News, President Isaac Herzog displays photographs of Eli Sharabi before and after captivity, 'Israel, as the only democracy in the Middle East, fights for the entire free world.'

President Herzog to BBC:

'Hostages were starving and badly bruised'

President Herzog told BBC about the harsh conditions the hostages endured for 491 days of captivity.

Pres. Herzog on hostages' state:

'This is what a crime against humanity looks like'

'Whole world' must see how Ohad, Eli, and Or starved and emaciated, were exploited in a cynical and cruel spectacle by Hamas, Israeli President Isaac Herzog says.

Herzog to Thai FM:

'Thai hostages are our brothers'

President Isaac Herzog met with Thailand’s Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa. He welcomed the return of the five hostages and stressed his concern for all the remaining hostages.

1000s request from President:

Pardon Jewish prisoners

Thousands sign a petition calling on President Herzog to pardon Jewish prisoners, following release of hundreds of terrorists from Israeli prisons.

Netanyahu:

'Our thoughts are now with the remaining hostages'

Israel's leaders and the families of the hostages responded Saturday evening to the release of the hostages, expressing joy for those released and determination to recover the rest.

Pres. Herzog:

Scenes were horrifying, they endured hell with amazing bravery

Israeli President Isaac Herzog welcomes Israelis Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes, five Thai citizens, to Israel, says 'scenes of abuse and terror towards the hostages' during release were 'horrifying.'

President Herzog:

'Former anti-Nazi alliances now allow antisemitism to flourish'

UN General Assembly honors Israeli President Isaac Herzog at ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.

Herzog thanks Trump and Witkoff

'I wish you great success in bringing peace and stability'

Speaking at inauguration of "The Altneu" synagogue in New York, President Herzog comments on latest developments on the hostages: With God's help, we will soon hear—this week—about six more hostages returning home. I commend all those involved in reaching today's agreement.

President Herzog prays for hostages at Lubavitcher Rebbe's grave

Upon arriving in New York, President and First Lady Herzog visited the grave of the Lubavitcher Rebbe where they prayed for the wellbeing of the IDF soldiers and the return of the hostages.

At the UN:

Herzog to deliver keynote address on Holocaust Remembrance Day

President Isaac Herzog to address Special UN Assembly marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, meet with UN Secretary-General António Guterres for the first time since the beginning of the current conflict.

President Herzog:

'I supported 2 states, but 10/7 was a wake-up call'

Israeli President gives interview at World Economic Forum, says there is 'potential' for ceasefire deal to last through all 3 stages and the Iranian threat will be at the top of Trump's agenda.

President Herzog meets with Qatari Prime Minister

During their meeting, President Herzog thanked the Qatari Prime Minister for his significant efforts in advancing the ongoing hostage deal.

New report:

Global antisemitism surged 340% from 2022 to 2024

World Zionist Organization, Jewish Agency for Israel, present the 2024 Antisemitism Report to Israeli President Isaac Herzog; report documents a 288% increase in antisemitic incidents in the United States, peaking in April 2024.

Herzog at Western Wall:

'May the Almighty have mercy on the hostages'

President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog prayed for the well being of Romi, Emily, and Doron and for the return of the hostages.

Pres. Herzog:

'Moment of solace, of resolving uncertainty and agonizing sorrow'

Israeli President speaks with Zehava Shaul, the mother of Staff Sergeant Oron Shaul, after his body was recovered following 10 years in captivity in Gaza.

President Herzog:

'I harbor no illusions - the deal will bring challenges'

President Isaac Herzog tweeted to welcome the decision to approve the hostage deal and appealed not to let the deal divide the nation.

Vice President Harris and President Herzog discuss hostage deal

In their twelfth conversation since Harris took office, the Vice President thanked Herzog for his partnership and expressed that she expects the hostage deal to be implemented fully and on schedule.

Herzog to hostage families:

'Deal encompasses all hostages, all stages must be implemented'

Families of hostages and bereaved families meet Israeli President to express their support for the current hostage and ceasefire deal with Hamas.

President Herzog:

This will be our finest hour

In address to nation, President Isaac Herzog says hostage and ceasefire deal is right, important, and necessary.

Herzog:

'Our thoughts are with all those affected by LA wildfires'

Israeli President expresses condolences, concerns over massive Los Angeles wildfires that have carved a path of destruction and forced the evacuation of 130,000 people.

President Herzog awards the ‘Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor’

Pres. Isaac Herzog awards the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to seven Jewish and non-Jewish leaders from around the world, in recognition of their long-standing contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people.

Tomorrow:

Herzog to give Medal of Honor to 7 leaders from around world

The Presidential Medal of Honor will be given to seven leaders from around the globe in recognition of their longstanding contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people.

Pres. Herzog meets international task force for hostages

Israeli President meets international task force for hostages, says, 'There is a major scar on our nation. There is a major scar on the face of the earth: the issue of the hostages.'

Herzog to Be’eri residents:

'We pray the 8th Hanukkah candle will bring wonderful news'

President Isaac Herzog lit the eighth Hanukkah candle with residents of Kibbutz Be’eri, who have been displaced and hosted over the past year in Kibbutz Hatzerim.

Herzog:

'Today the world says goodbye to brave leader Jimmy Carter'

Israeli President Isaac Herzog expressed his condolences for the passing of former US President Jimmy Carter, who died yesterday (Sunday) at the age of 100.

Herzog:

'We are in a historical chapter'

President Isaac Herzog lights Hanukkah candles with reservists from Battalion 9213: We will be stronger and more resilient if we maintain our unity.

Herzog:

'UN has facts on hostages, morally obliged to bring them home'

Israeli President comments on the report submitted to the UN on the conditions in Gaza under which the freed hostages were held. 'Torture. Physical and psychological torture. Starvation. Sexual abuse. Beatings. Branding.'

Herzog on hostage deal:

'Courageous decisions need to be made'

President Isaac Herzog lights Hanukkah candles with families of hostages: Without the return of the hostages, a scar will remain that will cut through our society and our people forever.

President Herzog:

'We must act with all our might to secure a hostage deal'

President Isaac Herzog lit Hanukkah candles with injured veterans and IDF soldiers and called on the government to finalize a hostage deal: 'This is your duty. This is your responsibility. You have my full support!'

Herzog:

Israeli hostages now held just as long as Iran held US hostages

Israeli President notes that the 100 Israeli hostages have been held in Gaza for 444 days now, the same time Iran held 50 US citizens and diplomats hostage after its 1979 revolution.

Erin Molan to Pres. Herzog:

'I assure you the vast majority of Australians stand with you'

Pro-Israel Australian journalist Erin Molan met with President Isaac Herzog and reassured him: 'The loud minority gets a very big run.'

Chief Rabbis:

'President must pardon soldier arrested for leaking documents'

The Chief Rabbis of Israel, Rabbi David Yosef and Rabbi Kalman Ber, have asked President Herzog to pardon the soldier who leaked classified documents to PM's spokesman Eli Feldstein.

Herzog speaks to Trudeau after firebombing of Montreal synagogue

Israeli President tells Canadian PM that 'words would not suffice, and that firm and decisive action must be taken to bring the perpetrators to justice, to stamp out antisemitism' after syangogue firebombed for 2nd time since October 7.

Reservist imprisoned for leaking documents asks for pardon

The soldier accused of leaking classified information has asked that President Herzog pardon him.

In a gown and turban:

Rabbi David Yosef crowned as Rishon Lezion

Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Israel Rabbi David Yosef was crowned on Wednesday as Rishon Lezion, in a ceremony attended by the Shas party's Council of Torah Sages and Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

Ahead of embassy inauguration:

Pres. Herzog: 'We know that Paraguay will always be with us

Israeli President Herzog welcomes President Santiago Peña of Paraguay on an official visit to inaugurate his country’s embassy in Jerusalem. 'Together, we are fighting antisemitism, racism, xenophobia and all forms of hatred.'

Noa Argamani:

'Doctors say I experienced a medical miracle'

President Herzog meets doctors, mental health experts and families to discuss hostages' medical condition. Noa Argamani speaks about her injury in captivity.