Benjamin Netanyahu

PM Seeks to Assuage Ruffled Reform After Azoulay Comments

Prime Minister Netanyahu sought to calm US Jews after a minister castigated reform Jews for 'losing their way,' AFP reported.

Family of Israeli Held by Hamas Accepts Apology of PM's Envoy

Mengistu's family 'brushes off' threats by Lotan, who gets backing from Bennett, and postpones meeting with Netanyahu.

Netanyahu Warns Iran's Goal is to 'Rule the World'

At 111-year memorial event to Theodor Herzl PM praises his 'living doctrine,' declares that 'Zionism has triumphed.'

Netanyahu Says Nuke Deal getting Worse by the Day

In meeting with Greek FM, PM promises to help Greece, accuses West of abandoning principles in nuke talks with Iran.

Netanyahu Slams Faulty Iran Deal

Current deal being assembled 'worse' than 1994 North Korean nuclear deal, Netanyahu argues, ahead of July 7 deadline.

Netanyahu: Terrorists Will Continue to Pay a Price

Netanyahu says Israel will continue to punish terrorists, after the IDF completes sealing of home of Har Nof terrorist.

Netanyahu, Ya'alon Vow to End Terror at Victims' Bedsides

Both officials promise to fight to stop wave of terror attacks as they visit stabbing victims in Jerusalem hospital.

Iran Deal to Yield 'Unlimited Nuclear Arsenal Within a Decade'

Netanyahu blasts 'potholes' in nuclear deal ahead of June 30 deadline.

Report: Netanyahu Considering Severing Ties with UNHRC

Prime Minister allegedly says in closed session that UNHRC's Gaza report has placed its relationship with Israel at risk.

Netanyahu Hosts Mariah Carey at Prime Minister's Residence

Pop diva and boyfriend hosted for dinner with PM and first lady, share family pictures; Carey hits it off with Sarah.

PM Blasts West for Ignoring Iran's Human Rights Violations

Netanyahu urges P5+1 not to rush to sign a bad deal with Iran, condemns world powers for pushing human rights record, red lines aside.

Countdown to the deal

Netanyahu Warns: West Conceding Too Much to Iran

Prime Minister issues last-minute warning to the West as deadline to nuclear talks looms in less than a week.

Activists: Israel 'Messing' With Flotilla Ships' Engines

Israel has been working behind the scenes to divert ships sailing towards Gaza as part of a new flotilla, activists charge.

UN to Netanyahu: Translate Your Words into Actions

UN calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to stop building in Judea and Samaria as a means of showing commitment to "two-state solution".

Netanyahu: Israel Can Lead the Battle against Cyber-Terror

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu explains how Israeli chutzpah has spurred innovation in cyber-defense.

'Iran is One Yard Away from the Goal Line'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets with special NFL Hall-of-Fame delegation - and speaks about how Israel is on its game.

Anger at Arab MK's Plan to Join New Gaza Flotilla

MKs on right and left slam 'threat' by United Arab List MK Bassal Gattas to join latest flotilla heading for Gaza.

French FM Tells PM It's 'Not Clear' if Iran Deal Will Be Signed

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius was in Israel to meet with officials and discuss, among other things, Iran's nuclear program.

Netanyahu: We Will Find the Terrorist Behind Binyamin Murder

Prime Minister, President condemn shooting attack in Binyamin region in which 25-year-old Danny Gonen was murdered.

Netanyahu: The Jewish People No Longer Bow their Heads

PM Netanyahu presents actor Michael Douglas with the Genesis Prize, lauds Israel as a beacon of freedom surrounded by darkness.

Netanyahu Blasts UN 'Hypocrisy' After Ban's Comments on Gaza

"There is no limit to the hypocrisy", says PM after UN chief accuses Israel of making Gazan children "suffer".

Bibi's Net Worth: $11M; Bennett's is $8M

Prime Minister beats out Barack Obama, who is worth $5-7M. Most of the wealth is in real estate.

Torah Scroll Donated in Murdered Teens' Memories

Yifrah, Sha'ar, and Frankel families donate scroll in their sons' memories to IDF base; PM: boys will 'stay with us forever.'

Netanyahu Compares UN and Nazi 'Slander of Jews'

In meeting with Polish FM, Netanyahu slams UNHRC for upcoming 'war crimes' report, vows to resist boycotts 'locally if we need to.'

Netanyahu Secures Victory at Likud Central Committee

Likud Central Committee approves Netanyahu's proposal on a change in the primaries system.

Netanyahu: UN Gaza Report a 'Waste of Time'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu praises official Israeli counter-report, says other reports' goal to 'blacken the State of Israel.'

Netanyahu Vows to 'Expose Truth' Before UN Gaza Report

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu hails report from top military officers vindicating Israel's conduct during Gaza war.

Netanyahu Breaching Coalition Agreement with Jewish Home?

PM accused of breaking key coalition clause by refusing to name Dept. Defense Min. Ben-Dahan head of Judea-Samaria Civil Admin.

Netanyahu: Palestinians Setting a 'Perfect Trap' for Israel

The PA is deliberately refusing to negotiate in order to portray Israel as the aggressors, PM states in meeting with Czech Republic FM.

Netanyahu Condemns Global Silence Over Rocket Fire

'This hypocrisy which pervades the world will not tie our hands for defending the citizens of Israel,' Prime Minister warns.

Egg on His Face: Lawyers Boo Herzog Over Bibi Boycott Blame

An attempt by Yitzhak Herzog to slam Prime Minister Netanyahu in front of what he thought was a sympathetic audience backfired.

Livni: Israel Has No Choice But to 'Toe Obama's Line'

The Israel-US Relations Lobby of the Knesset discussed the latest developments in the ongoing relationship between both countries.

Netanyahu: They Boycott Israel, But Refuse to Boycott ISIS

In meeting with Canadian FM, Netanyahu stresses hypocrisy of UK student union vote to boycott Israel after it refused to boycott ISIS.

PM: We Rely Only on Ourselves Against Iran's Terror Machine

Netanyahu takes part in nationwide drill, warns security threats accumulate and Iran deal will let it arm Hezbollah and Hamas.

Likud: No One Offered Lapid the Foreign Ministry

Likud again denies that Netanyahu offered the Foreign Ministry to Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid.

Tension in the ruling party

Regev: They're Trying to Blackmail Netanyahu

Likud minister speaks out against moves in her party to limit Netanyahu, says PM wants to expand govt. but will hold firm regardless.

Netanyahu Blasts PA 'Provocation' After FIFA Move

Netanyahu welcomes PA's dropping of anti-Israel bid at FIFA, calls the move a "Palestinian provocation".

Rebellion? Likud Bill to Block Bibi

Senior Likud sources seek bill to limit prime minister's term, aside from proposals to limit Likud chairman's powers in party primaries.

'Israel is Waging a Just Struggle Against FIFA Politicization'

Netanyahu issues statement amid FIFA vote on PA demand to ban Israel, noting PA move part of opposition to Israel's existence.

Netanyahu Thanks Tony Blair for Quartet Service

Prime Minister thanks former British Prime Minister for making efforts to 'advance peace in the region.'

Jerusalem Mayor Livid at J'lem Affairs Appointment

'Jerusalem is not a consolation prize,' mayor Nir Barkat fires.

Lapid, Netanyahu Meet For the First Time Since Elections

Lapid expresses disappointment over scaling back laws regarding haredim, reiterates he has no intent to join government.

Erdan's Plans: Revamp the Israel Police, Fight BDS

Details of agreement between PM and Internal Security, Strategic Affairs Min. Gilad Erdan emerge. Erdan: this is a challenge, opportunity.

Hazan to Netanyahu: Don't Treat Me Like a Child

The Knesset's youngest MK pushes back against resistance to putting Judea-Samaria bus regulation plan back on the table.

Top Israeli Islamist: Arab-Jewish War Inside Israel 'Inevitable'

A full-blown war between Israeli Arabs and the Netanyahu government is 'just a matter of time,' says top Islamist Kamal Al-Khatib.

Obama Criticism of Netanyahu 'Inappropriate and Hypocritical'

Senior Likud and government official Tzahi Hanegbi fires back at US President for critical comments made in Thursday interview.

Netanyahu: I Support a Two-State Solution

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu emphatic over two-state solution in meeting with EU's Federica Mogherini.

Rivlin: 'No Place' in Israel for Segregated Buses

Israeli President welcomes Netanyahu's decision to freeze ban on Palestinian workers traveling on Israeli buses.

FIFA Head: Netanyahu Agreed to Israel-'Palestine' Soccer Match

FIFA President Sepp Blatter tells journalists Israeli PM agreed to facilitate friendly match at some point 'in future.'

Netanyahu Blasts Palestinian 'Politicization of Football'

In meeting with FIFA head Sepp Blatter, PM attacks PA attempts to ban Israel; 'If you politicize it once, you politicize it for everyone.'

Official: Netanyahu Will Have Final Say in Talks With PA

Despite Silvan Shalom's appointment as Israel's chief negotiator with the Palestinian Authority, official stresses PM has final word.

Netanyahu, Herzog Spar Over Keeping Jerusalem United

PM vows never to divide Jerusalem, defends Israel's right to build in its capital; Herzog accuses him of paying 'lip service.'

Rabbi Levinger 'Realized the Zionist Dream in Deed and Spirit'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sends letter of condolence to Rabbi Levinger's family, after Hevron pioneer passes away.

Netanyahu: Time to Roll Up Our Sleeves and Get to Work

Netanyahu reveals aims of the next gov't. On the agenda: security, social welfare, domestic and regional development - and peace talks?

Questions Remain Regarding Ministerial Portfolios for Likud

Netanyahu says Katz will remain Transportation Minister but questions remain regarding other members of the Likud.

Netanyahu Denounces Resurgent Anti-Semitism

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns against the growing anti-Semitism in Western countries.

PM Tells Returning Nepal Rescuers: If Needed We'll Send You Back

Welcoming ceremony held Tuesday morning just as second quake hit; Netanyahu thanks delegation for making Israel proud.

Sources: Hotovely to Become First Religious Woman Minister

Likud MK set to be the first observant woman to be appointed to a ministry, as Netanyahu reportedly set to offer her Science Ministry.

'Netanyahu is Spitting in the Face of the Israeli Public'

Yesh Atid MK Ofer Shelah fires at Netanyahu's bid to extend number of ministers, claims it is not lawful.

EU's Mogherini Congratulates Netanyahu, Urges Peace Talks

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs calls for resumption of peace talks with the end goal of a “two-state” solution.