Reuven Rivlin

Rivlin fears Israel faces 'great dangers' as new gov't formed

Former Israeli president breaks silence after elections, says country faces 'great dangers' over internal divisions.

Obama to Rivlin: You set an example of democratic leadership

Former US President congratulates now-former Israeli president on the conclusion of a "remarkable career."

Rivlin departs: Thank you for the privilege you gave me

"For me, the State of Israel will never be something I take for granted."

The chance to head a nation like no other

A letter to Israel’s new president, Isaac Herzog.

Abbas phones Rivlin, expresses hope for peace

PA chairman calls Israeli President on the eve of his departure from office.

Bust of Reuven Rivlin installed at President's Residence

Israel's 10th president, Reuven Rivlin, receives bust in the Avenue of the Presidents as he leaves office.

Rivlin to volunteers: 'You are the beautiful face of Israel'

President Rivlin lauds recipients of the volunteerism award.

Watch: President Rivlin hosts German president

Rivlin holds official reception ceremony for President Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany.

Mother of slain captive soldier asks foreign powers for help

Leah Goldin, mother of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin: Our boys need to be brought back as a confidence building measure in any agreement.

President Rivlin's farewell visit to the US

Outgoing President Rivlin holds final diplomatic visit abroad in Washington, meets dozens of UN ambassadors.

UN Ambassador bids farewell to President Rivlin

Ambassador Erdan holds farewell event with ambassadors from dozens of countries for outgoing President Reuven Rivlin.

Presidential meeting:

Biden: Israel has the right to decide how to proceed with Iran

Senior official present at Biden-Rivlin meeting: The American representatives were very interested in the Israeli information on Iran.

Pelosi to Rivlin: Support for Israel will always be bipartisan

President Rivlin meets House Speaker at the Capitol: Israel has no greater friend than the United States of America.

Rivlin: We found a real great friend to Israel

Rivlin after meeting Biden: I’m very much satisfied that he’s going to ensure that there will be no nuclear weapons in the Middle East.

Biden to Rivlin: Iran will never get a nuclear weapon

President Rivlin meets US President Joe Biden, who stresses: Iran will never get nuclear weapons. Israel has the right to defend itself.

President Rivlin makes farewell visit to the United States

President Rivlin meets with representatives of the Jewish community in New York. Arutz Sheva is accompanying the visit with full coverage.

Rivlin departs for US on farewell visit at Biden's invitation

“I depart, for the last time as president and on behalf of the State of Israel, on a farewell visit to Israel's closest ally and friend."

Gantz at memorial ceremony: Prepared to strike at any moment

At a memorial ceremony for soldiers who lost their lives in the 2006 Lebanon War, Gantz warned that Israel was always ready to strike.

'Hamas must understand that if they attack, we'll strike back'

Israel is 'committed' to returning the remains of fallen IDF soldiers held in Gaza, says President Rivlin.

Rivlin bids farewell to Supreme Court leadership

Rivlin: No citizen – left or right – would want to live in a country where the judiciary was not independent, strong and effective.

Rivlin lays wreath at Holocaust memorial to Romanian Jews

Rivlin visits Holocaust memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during state visit to Romania.

Rivlin in Romania: Israel has the right & duty to protect itself

Outgoing Pres. Rivlin speaks to Romanian parliament, thanks Romania for being 'true friend of Jewish people and the State of Israel.'

Rivlin: Israel has right and obligation to protect its citizens

Israel's president begins official visit to Romania, hails deep ties between nations, which were never cut during the Cold War.

Maccabi Tel Aviv wins soccer State Cup

For the last time in his term of office, President Reuven Rivlin presents the State Cup to Maccabi Tel Aviv.

President Rivlin congratulates his successor, Isaac Herzog

'Long live the president of Israel!', says outgoing president Reuven Rivlin after Herzog elected 11th President of Israel.

Rivlin meets mental health leaders in light of Gaza rockets

President addresses residents' mental health following barrages of 4,000 rockets from Gaza.

Likud and Yesh Atid clash over presidential election

Vote for the presidency next week in doubt due to disagreement between Likud and Yesh Atid.

Bereaved families say goodbye to outgoing President Rivlin

'At this moment of parting, I hug every bereaved family and pray that this family will be as small as possible.'

Rivlin: Zero tolerance for anti-Semitism

Israeli President holds emergency meeting with Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations over anti-Semitic incidents.

Rivlin thanks German Foreign Minister for support

The president expressed his appreciation for Germany’s strong support for Israel’s right to self-defense from Hamas rockets.

Rivlin: Soldier was killed defending us all

President Rivlin wrote: "We will continue to fight the terrorists and protect our citizens without compromise".

Rivlin: No country in the world would allow such brutal attacks

Israeli president makes round of calls to counterparts around world to give picture of situation and forestall condemnation of Israel.

New Hope chief meets Israel's President

MK Sa'ar, New Hope chief, requests meeting with Pres. Rivlin to discuss recent developments.

President rips 'bloodthirsty' Arab mobs, 'shameful' Arab leaders

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin accuses Israeli Arab leaders of 'shameful' silence as 'bloodthirsty' mobs carry out 'pogroms' on Jews

Israel's president urges Arab leader to rein in violent attacks

President Rivlin calls on Israeli Arab leader to 'calm the situation' following night of rioting and attacks on Jews.

'Ethiopian Jews dreamed of Jerusalem but didn't see it'

Pres. Reuven Rivlin at ceremony honoring Ethiopian Jews who lost their lives on journey to Israel, condemns 'support for terrorism.'

President Rivlin taps Lapid to form government

"It is clear that Lapid has the possibility of forming a government - even if there are many difficulties."

New Hope to Rivlin: Lapid should form next government

In a letter to Pres. Rivlin, New Hope party recommends Yesh Atid chief be tapped to form next government.

Netanyahu returns mandate to the President

President Rivlin will now need to make decision on whether to transfer the mandate to another candidate or back to the Knesset.

Report: Rivlin won't hold further consultations

Israeli Pres. Rivlin will not hold consultations regarding who to ask to form a government, source says.

Rivlin: Hard to grasp the dimensions of the tragedy

President Rivlin visits Forensic Institute, thanks staff for work in identifying victims of Meron disaster.

Rivlin likely to give mandate to Bennett or Lapid

President reportedly leaning towards giving mandate to Bennett or Lapid if PM fails to build gov't, rather than sending mandate to Knesset.

Rivlin receives credentials of new ambassadors for China, Japan

President Rivlin receives diplomatic credentials from the new ambassadors of China and Japan to Israel.

Rivlin hails spirit of peace in the Middle East

President Rivlin hosts annual Independence Day reception for the diplomatic and consular corps in Israel.

Rivlin: Still building our modern state in our ancient homeland

President Rivlin sends Independence Day greetings to Israeli citizens and Jewish communities around the world.

Rivlin: I vowed to sanctify the memories of Israel’s heroes

"This strong and powerful country you see was established by the heroism and dedication of young people", says Israel's President Rivlin

Pres. Rivlin to soldiers: 'You are the best of the best'

Ahead of Independence Day ceremony, Pres. Rivlin meets and thanks 120 outstanding IDF soldiers.

Bill: Rivlin to remain President until replacement is elected

Yesh Atid proposes bill to keep Pres. Rivlin in office, even after term ends, until Knesset elects replacement.

Rivlin at Knesset: The people expect you all to show leadership

President Reuven Rivlin swears in the 24th Knesset for its first session.

Regev: President is acting in an unstatesmanlike manner

Transportation Minister slams president for complaining about being required by law to impose mandate to form government on Netanyahu.

President Rivlin grants Netanyahu mandate to form new government

Israel's president taps Netanyahu candidate to try to form government and serve additional term as Prime Minister.

Liberman: End Netanyahu's time in office

Yisrael Beytenu chairman: Netanyahu is responsible for the deep political crisis.

Rivlin to announce choice to form government tomorrow

Netanyahu has 52 recommendations compared to Lapid's 45 after New Hope, Ra'am refuse to endorse any candidate for PM.

President begins consultations for granting PM mandate

With no candidate holding clear majority of incoming Knesset, President Rivlin begins consultations to determine who will receive PM mandate

Haredim to ask Rivlin: Convince Sa'ar to join right-wing gov't

Representatives of UTJ will recommend Netanyahu to Rivlin but will also demand that he persuade Sa'ar to join the pro-Netanyahu bloc.

'Israeli society needs a functioning government'

Final results of Knesset election officially delivered to President Rivlin, ahead of nomination process for prime minister.

Rivlin meets with new UN Middle East coordinator

President Rivlin held a working meeting with new UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Tor Wennesland.

Macron to Rivlin: France very concerned by Iranian nuclear issue

Israeli President continues tour of Europe with visit to France, says attempts to stop Israel from defending itself at the Hague will fail.

President welcomed in Vienna in official reception ceremony

Rivlin welcomed in Vienna in an official reception ceremony and holds working meetings with the President and the Chancellor of Austria.

Israeli President Rivlin meets with German counterpart

President Rivlin begins visit to Europe for diplomatic talks.