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Netanyahu denies reports of rift with haredi daughter

Netanyahu addressed years of speculation and reports suggesting that he and his daughter had become estranged, firmly denying the claims and stating that they remain in contact.

Netanyahu denies reports of rift with haredi daughter

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'Saudi Arabia joining Abraham Accords would be historic leap'

The Prime Minister welcomed the possibility of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords, after Trump made the civil nuclear agreement with Riyadh conditional on such a move.

'Saudi Arabia joining Abraham Accords would be historic leap'

Day after anti-Netanyahu rant

Mamdani posts peaceful Tisha B'Av wish

Following intense backlash over his rhetoric against PM Benjamin Netanyahu, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani issues a peaceful Tisha B'Av message to Jewish residents.

Mamdani posts peaceful Tisha B'Av wish

'Focus on your city'

Consul General Akunis slams Mamdani's anti-Israel attacks

Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for spreading "blood libels" and obsessively demonizing Israel despite admitting he lacks the authority to arrest Netanyahu.

Consul General Akunis slams Mamdani's anti-Israel attacks

PM's Tisha B'Av message:

'Baseless hatred destroyed us, love rebuilt us'

In a Tisha B'Av address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged to pursue a broad national government and urged greater unity.

'Baseless hatred destroyed us, love rebuilt us'

NYC Councilman blasts Mamdani's 'obsession' with Netanyahu

New York City Council member Jim Gennaro slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over empty threats to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

NYC Councilman blasts Mamdani's 'obsession' with Netanyahu

Mamdani concedes:

'I don’t have the authority to arrest Netanyahu'

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admits the city lacks legal authority to execute an ICC arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal action instead.

'I don’t have the authority to arrest Netanyahu'

Poll: Netanyahu and Eisenkot tied

Right-wing bloc secures 49 seats, while the anti-Netanyahu bloc - excluding Arab parties - reaches 60 seats.

Poll: Netanyahu and Eisenkot tied

NYC Councilwoman:

'Probe Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu'

NYC Councilwoman Inna Vernikov asks the State Department to review Mayor Zohran Mamdani's vow to detain Netanyahu.

'Probe Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu'

Ben Gvir's ultimatum to Netanyahu

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has informed Prime Minister Netanyahu that the dismissal of an official will be a prerequisite for Otzma Yehudit joining the next government.

Ben Gvir's ultimatum to Netanyahu

Trump answers Mamdani:

Netanyahu will not be arrested

President Trump said Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US, rejecting NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal.

Netanyahu will not be arrested

After attack on Religious Zionism:

Netanyahu responds to prominent haredi leader

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to remarks by the leader of the haredi community, Rabbi Dov Lando, against IDF soldiers and religious Zionist Jews, 'Shocking remarks.'

Netanyahu responds to prominent haredi leader

'Just a clown'

Fetterman slams Mamdani over Netanyahu arrest threats

Senator John Fetterman rebukes NYC Mayor for exploring the arrest of PM Netanyahu, calling the plan an unrealistic stunt.

Fetterman slams Mamdani over Netanyahu arrest threats

Likud approves 8 handpicked slots for Netanyahu

The Likud Constitution Committee approves the Prime Minister's proposal, granting him eight reserved spots on the candidate list within the top 30 positions.

Likud approves 8 handpicked slots for Netanyahu

"Kangaroo court"

PMO fires back at Mamdani's arrest threats

The Prime Minister's office accused NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani of threatening to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu out of self-interest rather than commitment to international law.

PMO fires back at Mamdani's arrest threats

'Political Theater':

US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

US Ambassador Mike Waltz says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has no legal authority to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu during the UN General Assembly.

US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

Liberman charges:

'Netanyahu will use Shin Bet against political rivals'

In a TV interview, the Yisrael Beytenu chairman claims that Netanyahu may use the Shin Bet against political opponents in the upcoming election.

'Netanyahu will use Shin Bet against political rivals'

Netanyahu speaks with reservist freed after Thailand detention

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with IDF reservist released after spending eight months in detention in Thailand, thanking him for his reserve service.

Netanyahu speaks with reservist freed after Thailand detention

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani calls Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'war criminal,' says he is exploring whether he has the legal authority to arrest him during a future visit.

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

'We support Netanyahu, period'

Deri: Eisenkot heads a camp driven by hatred of Judaism

Shas chairman declares that his party remains loyal to the right-wing bloc and its leader, asserting that a broad Netanyahu-led government should be formed after the elections.

Deri: Eisenkot heads a camp driven by hatred of Judaism

Netanyahu, Sara granted lifetime Shin Bet protection

Ministers approved lifetime Shin Bet security for Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu and extended protection for their children despite reported professional objections.

Netanyahu, Sara granted lifetime Shin Bet protection

Likud MK: Third of party wanted Netanyahu replaced after Oct. 7

Outgoing Likud MK Dan Illouz claims a third of the party's lawmakers wanted to replace Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre.

Likud MK: Third of party wanted Netanyahu replaced after Oct. 7

Behind the scenes of Netanyahu's campaign to win support

Netanyahu has been pressuring members of the Likud Central Committee in recent hours ahead of tomorrow's vote on expanding his authority to reserve places for candidates on the party's electoral list.

Behind the scenes of Netanyahu's campaign to win support

After call with Trump

Netanyahu planning Washington visit next week

Israeli media report PM Netanyahu plans to visit Washington early next week following a recent phone call with President Trump, in which both agreed to meet.

Netanyahu planning Washington visit next week

PM hails Jabotinsky's enduring legacy at state memorial ceremony

Prime Minister Netanyahu praised Ze'ev Jabotinsky as a founding father of Zionism whose vision continues to guide Israel, highlighting the Revisionist leader's lasting influence on the country's security doctrine, national resilience, and future.

PM hails Jabotinsky's enduring legacy at state memorial ceremony

'They don't want you there'

Report: Trump pressed Netanyahu to pull out of Syria, Lebanon

According to Axios, President Trump urged Netanyahu to redeploy Israeli forces from Syria and Lebanon while Israel cites ongoing security concerns.

Report: Trump pressed Netanyahu to pull out of Syria, Lebanon

Facing global hate, Israel launches new public diplomacy program

The Government has approved the establishment of the ‘Masa Diplomacy’ program to strengthen Israeli advocacy through young Diaspora Jews.

Facing global hate, Israel launches new public diplomacy program

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Netanyahu warned that Israel will not stand by if attacked. 'Don't count on there being silence if you attack us.'

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Government approves new name for highway

Government announces Highway 443 to be renamed, honoring late Minister David Levy.

Government approves new name for highway

'Greatest comeback in history'

Netanyahu reflects on war, US ties and Graham's legacy

Prime Minister Netanyahu discusses the sudden passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Israel's military progress against Iran, and ties with Trump in radio interview with Sid Rosenberg.

Netanyahu reflects on war, US ties and Graham's legacy

Netanyahu: Israel has lost one of its greatest friends

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mourns death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, says he 'devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world.'

Netanyahu: Israel has lost one of its greatest friends

'Netanyahu's a liar'

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: 'You can trust Eisenkot'

Shas Council of Torah Sages member Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef is poised to throw his support behind Gadi Eisenkot in the race for prime minister, as frustration with Prime Minister Netanyahu grows.

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: 'You can trust Eisenkot'

Likud reserved spots

Netanyahu reserving four slate positions for Smotrich

The Prime Minister is seeking approval for eight reserved spots on the Likud slate - half of which are intended to enable a technical merger with the Religious Zionist party and reserve spots for its candidates.

Netanyahu reserving four slate positions for Smotrich

Chabad rabbis from Florida met with Netanyahu

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a special and moving meeting with a delegation of Chabad emissaries and prominent rabbis from communities in Florida.

Chabad rabbis from Florida met with Netanyahu

Leading Sephardic rabbi takes aim at Netanyahu

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, former Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Israel, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has 'no chance' of ever repenting - but an opposition leader may yet.

Leading Sephardic rabbi takes aim at Netanyahu

Report:

These are the MKs Netanyahu wants to remove from the Likud

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to improve Likud's image, by removing four ministers and an MK, Channel 12 News says. Likud: Fake news.

These are the MKs Netanyahu wants to remove from the Likud

Behind the leak investigation:

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded Shin Bet investigate leak to news outlet regarding timing of Israel's strike on Iran, forcing Shin Bet chief David Zini to capitulate.

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Yoaz Hendel:

'I will not hand Netanyahu a 61-seat majority'

In an interview following his political merger with Chili Tropper, the former minister lays out his conditions for joining a coalition and launches a sharp critique of the current government.

'I will not hand Netanyahu a 61-seat majority'

Netanyahu speaks to Trump: Security zones are needed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to Trump, raises the severity of Erdogan's statements, and highlights the need for security zones along Israel's borders.

Netanyahu speaks to Trump: Security zones are needed

Netanyahu: 'New challenges in the Middle East'

At the Air Force graduation ceremony, Netanyahu highlighted new regional challenges and the need to preserve Israel’s air superiority amid reports of F-35 sale to Turkey.

Netanyahu: 'New challenges in the Middle East'

Political shakeup:

Likud's new challenger on the right

MK Yuli Edelstein says hundreds of thousands of right-wing voters no longer have a political home. From haredi enlistment to Netanyahu and the future of the Right, Edelstein lays out why he believes a broad Zionist government is the only path forward.

Likud's new challenger on the right

After arguing with ministers:

Zini urges Attorney General to investigate Channel 12

After rejecting the ministers’ demands and coming under heavy pressure, Zini urged AG for approval to investigate suspicions that the launch date of Operation Roaring Lion was leaked.

Zini urges Attorney General to investigate Channel 12

Netanyahu:

Israel is restoring ruins and ties in Venezuela

Netanyahu praised Israel's aid delegation after it helped draft Venezuela's national reconstruction plan following the devastating earthquake.

Israel is restoring ruins and ties in Venezuela

American TV commentator:

President Trump is going to continue to stand with Israel

Appearing on I24News in Israel, Henry Public Relations CEO and Newsmax TV contributor Bryan Leib told the Israeli audience ‘President Trump is going to continue to stand with Israel… America first doesn’t mean America alone.’

President Trump is going to continue to stand with Israel

Netanyahu hints he has chosen successor

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted that he already has a potential successor in mind but declined to reveal the person's identity or say when he plans to step aside.

Netanyahu hints he has chosen successor

Netanyahu:

'Trump looks after America, I look after Israel'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses diplomatic relations with Trump, explaining that personal friendship is distinct from the differing interests of the two nations.

'Trump looks after America, I look after Israel'

New identity:

Prime Minister Netanyahu's son changes his name

Benjamin Netanyahu's son, Yair, is now officially known in state documents as 'Yonatan Han.'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's son changes his name

President Trump:

Netanyahu has been a 'great wartime prime minister'

Speaking alongside Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, President Donald Trump praises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wartime leadership, saying Israel’s security depended on strong leadership, while discussing Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, and regional developments.

Netanyahu has been a 'great wartime prime minister'

Hospital spokesman reveals: Israeli doctor saved Erdogan's life

Former spokesman for Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv says senior doctor traveled to Turkey offering Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan life-saving treatment. 'Man, who today threatens Jews is alive and breathing thanks to a Jew.'

Hospital spokesman reveals: Israeli doctor saved Erdogan's life

Netanyahu:

'Iran strikes averted crisis, US F-35s to Turkey a mistake'

Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Newsmax that joint military actions thwarted Iran's nuclear threat but criticizes providing F-35 jets to Turkey.

'Iran strikes averted crisis, US F-35s to Turkey a mistake'

F-35 to Turkey concerns

Hegseth slated for first Israel visit

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is planning a Wednesday visit to Israel to address concerns over a proposed F-35 fighter jet sale to Turkey, according to CNN.

Hegseth slated for first Israel visit

CNN:

Netanyahu warns against possible US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey

Netanyahu tells CNN that he urged Trump directly not to sell the jets to Turkey, as doing so would 'destroy the power balance in the Middle East.'

Netanyahu warns against possible US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey

'Your spirit is tremendous'

Moving meeting between Netanyahu and wounded troops

Visiting wounded IDF soldiers at Rambam Hospital, Prime Minister Netanyahu praised their resilience and said Israel is more united than it appears.

Moving meeting between Netanyahu and wounded troops

Netanyahu sends message to Turkish PM from Navy base in Haifa

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Haifa Naval Base: 'Our goal is to ensure the shipping lanes and the freedom of maritime trade.'

Netanyahu sends message to Turkish PM from Navy base in Haifa

Watch: Netanyahu views video of Rebbe at farewell event

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins staff at Jerusalem Chabad-Lubavitch school, honoring wife Sara Netanyahu as she concludes 30 years of service as the school's psychologist.

Watch: Netanyahu views video of Rebbe at farewell event

'I would leave'

Lebanon's President rejects Netanyahu meeting

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly rejects reports of a potential meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, vowing to walk out if they are placed in the same room.

Lebanon's President rejects Netanyahu meeting

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Netanyahu sends urgent message to Trump before Turkey meeting

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses Iran’s funeral for ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reports of an alleged rift with President Donald Trump and the relations with Turkey

Netanyahu sends urgent message to Trump before Turkey meeting

Netanyahu rejects reports of rift with Trump

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed reports of tensions with US President Donald Trump, insisting the two leaders remain closely aligned on key strategic issues, particularly Iran.

Netanyahu rejects reports of rift with Trump

Netanyahu receives 100-settlement plan

Bereaved father Yehoshua Sherman, whose son was murdered by an Arab terrorist, presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a new plan to settle open areas of Areas A and B of Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu receives 100-settlement plan

Trump: Netanyahu knows who the boss is

US President Donald Trump tells Axios that he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'get along very good,' claims he could've killed everyone at late Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral.

Trump: Netanyahu knows who the boss is