Benjamin Netanyahu

PM: Israel Has a Right to Prevent Syrian Weapons Flow

Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel was very concerned over the possibility that Syrian weapons would end up in the hands of terrorists

Cameron to Netanyahu: Renew Peace Talks

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday urges his Israeli counterpart to reopen peace talks with the Palestinian Authority.

Netanyahu: We Are Committed to 'Two-State Solution'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu expresses his support for a two-state solution during a reception for foreign diplomats.

Elkin: Netanyahu Should Ignore Jewish Pressure

Deputy Foreign Minister says Netanyahu is responsible first and foremost to Israelis.

Netanyahu: Israel is the Bright Star of Freedom

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu issues a special greeting ahead of Israel’s 65th Independence Day.

Kerry Wraps Up Visit, Calls it 'Very Constructive'

U.S. Secretary John Kerry wraps up talks with Israeli and PA leaders in an attempt to renew the peace process.

PM: I Promise There Will Never be Another Holocaust

Holocaust Heroes and Martyrs Remembrance Day began with an official ceremony at the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial.

Abbas Wants Netanyahu to Present a Map of 'Palestine'

New precondition: PA Chairman demands that Netanyahu present a map for a future Palestinian state before peace talks can resume.

Netanyahu Meets Norwegian FM: We Can't Let Iran Develop Nukes

Netanyahu meets Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, discusses Iran’s nuclear program as well as the latest rocket attacks.

Netanyahu, Lapid Agree on Budget Cuts

Finance Minister Yair Lapid and Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu have agreed on a series of cuts, including in the defense budget.

Erdogan: Don't Expect 'Normal' Ties, Despite Apology

Before Turkey normalizes ties with Israel, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said, it expects Israel to 'fulfill its promises'

Kerry's Offer: You Release Terrorists, They'll Renew Talks

Report: Kerry plans to offer an outline for Israeli-PA peace talks and will ask Israel to release terrorists as part of it.

Netanyahu's Apology 'Not Enough', Says MK Zoabi

MK Hanin Zoabi, who was on the Marmara when IHH terrorists attacked IDF soldiers, says Netanyahu’s apology is “not enough”.

Lieberman Blasts Netanyahu Over Apology to Turkey

Netanyahu's apology to Turkish PM Erdogan "harms IDF soldiers' motivation," says former Foreign Minister.

Obama Visit Enters Third and Final Day

Obama will lay wreathes at the tombstones of Herzl and Rabin, visit Bethlehem and meet Netanyahu before taking off for Jordan.

Obama: U.S., Israel Talking About Extending Military Aid

U.S. President Barack Obama says that Israel and the United States are opening talks on extending U.S. military aid beyond 2017.

PM Netanyahu Thanks Obama for Upholding Israel ‘Right to Exist’

PM Binyamin Netanyahu offered firm thanks in welcoming remarks to U.S. President Barack Obama for supporting Israel's "right to exist."

US Pres. Obama in Israel: ‘Peace Must Come to Holy Land’

“Peace must come to the Holy Land,” proclaimed US President Barack Obama after stepping down on to the tarmac at Ben Gurion Int’l Airport.

US President Obama Arrives in Israel

President Barack Obama has arrived in Israel for his first visit as the leader of the United States.

King Abdullah: Ties with Netanyahu Have Improved

Jordan’s King says his relationship with PM Netanyahu has improved, but expresses pessimism over the two-state solution.

Netanyahu: Time to Work Together

It’s time to put all the differences aside and work together, Netanyahu tells the members of his new government during their first meeting.

PM: There is No Jewish Future Without Israel

Binyamin Netanyahu said that his objective as Prime Minister is to “ensure the future of the Jewish people"

Netanyahu's Gift to Obama: Symbol of the U.S.-Israel Connection

Netanyahu will give Barack Obama a chip in which the independence scrolls of both countries are embedded side by side.

Who's Who in the New Government

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will preside over a government of 22 ministers, including him - the smallest government in decades.

Barak Bids Farewell to Defense Ministry

Members of Israel’s defense and political leadership gathered to bid farewell to retiring defense minister Ehud Barak.

Report: Netanyahu Meets Shas's Yishai

Frustrated over stalled coalition talks with Yesh Atid , Netanyahu reportedly met with Shas leader MK Eli Yishai.

Report: PM Has 'Had It' With Lapid's 'Inflexbility'

With time running out, Binyamin Netanyahu expressed his frustration with what sources called the “inflexibility” of Yesh Atid's Yair Lapid.

Netanyahu Sings Praise of Rabbi Druckman, Religious Zionism

Video: Prime Minister in tribute to Rabbi Haim Druckman and the religious Zionist public sounded almost like Naftali Bennett.

Obama's Visit to Begin on March 20

U.S. President Barack Obama's three-day visit to Israel and the PA will begin on March 20, Netanyahu's office says.

Deri: Today They Ban Hareidim, Tomorrow They'll Ban Arabs

Netanyahu bears ultimate responsibility for keeping hareidi political parties out of the government, Shas MK Deri wrote.

PM: 'Iran is Close to that Red Line; it Must Not Cross'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will discuss three main issues with President Obama - and show him 'another side' of Israel when he visits

Report: Netanyahu Met Jordan's King to Discuss Peace

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Jordan's King Abdullah II met in Jordan last week to discuss, an anonymous diplomatic source says.

Report: Netanyahu Planning New Construction Freeze

PM Netanyahu, upset with residents of Judea & Samaria for not voting Likud, is reportedly planning to impose a new construction freeze.

Netanyahu: Ratchet Up the Sanctions Against Iran

Netanyahu meets Sri Lankan External Affairs Minister, says Iran "continuing to defy the international community."

PM: Arrow 3 Success Shows Off Our Tech Prowess

The success of the Arrow 3 missile test Monday shows Israel's capabilities in technology and self-defense, the Prime Minister said

Mesika: Livni Appointment Strategic Error, Political Folly

Mesika: To let Tzipi Livni conduct these negotiations, is like saying that a serious traffic offender can be the police chief of traffic.

Netanyahu: IAEA Report Shows Iran is Closer to Red Line

Iran is continuing to get closer to the “red line” that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu set at the United Nations last September.

Hamas: Netanyahu, Livni Are Both War Criminals

Hamas is not impressed by the coalition agreement signed this week by MK Tzipi Livni, leader of the centrist Hatnua party, and PM Netanyahu.

Florida Senator Marco Rubio Meets Netanyahu, Peres

Visiting U.S. Senator Marco Rubio meets PM Netanyahu and President Peres, underlines importance of U.S.-Israel relations.

Shomron Leader: Netanyahu-Livni Will Hurt Settlement Enterprise

The head of the Shomron Residents’ Committee predicts that Netanyahu and Livni will cause many problems for Judea and Samaria.

Progress in Likud-Bayit Yehudi Talks

MK: Netanyahu needs us, even if he doesn't want us.

Hagel 2010: Netanyahu "Radical", Israel to be Apartheid State

US Secretary of Defense nominee labeled Netanyahu “a radical,” called to include Hamas in negotiations.

Netanyahu Stresses Dangers of Iran and Syria

Netanyahu warns of the dangers from Iran and Syria, in a speech to the Jewish Agency Board of Governors.

Bennett Expresses Frustration Over Stalled Coalition Talks

Restlessness as coalition talks drag on: "It has already been a week and no signifcant negotiations have taken place."

Report: Livni Will be Justice Minister

Hatnua chairwoman will reportedly be appointed Justice Minister in Netanyahu's new coalition and will play a role in peace talks.

Foreign Ministry Officials Criticize Bibi Over Lieberman

Foreign Ministry officials have criticized Netanyahu for planning to reserve the position of Foreign Minister for Avigdor Lieberman.

Obama to be Honored ‘Out of Respect for American People'

President Barack Obama will be received by the State of Israel with all appropriate honor, “out of respect for the American people.”

Netanyahu and Yechimovich Meet Once Again

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Labor leader Yechimovich meet one-on-one at Netanyahu’s request.

Ayalon: Three-way Netanyahu, Obama, Abbas Meeting Likely

Danny Ayalon is convinced that Barack Obama will be meeting with Binyamin Netanyahu and Mahmoud Abbas – together

Netanyahu: Iran, Hizbullah Waging Global Terror Campaign

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu thanks Bulgarian Prime Minister for the investigation into the terrorist bombing in Burgas last July.

White House Confirms Obama's Visit to Israel

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney confirms that Obama will visit Israel, says more details will be released later.

Despite ‘Interesting’ Meeting, Labor Not Budging

Labor’s Shelly Yechimovich has ‘interesting’ meeting with Netanyahu, but insists there is no chance her party will join the coalition.

Netanyahu: System of Government Needs Major Reform

Netanyahu calls for reforms to stabilize government, tells MKs to unite “in times of trial.”

Netanyahu: It's Time to Stand Up to Hizbullah

Netanyahu: Bulgaria's findings show it's time to face facts about Hizbullah.

Netanyahu: Israel Can't Live with Iran Upgrading Nuclear Plant

Iran's installation of new equipment at its Natanz nuclear plant will speed up enrichment efforts, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says.

After Peres, Kerry Also Phones Netanyahu

After previously speaking with President Peres, the new U.S. Secretary of State phones PM Netanyahu, who says he is committed to peace.

Netanyahu Condemns Ankara Terror Attack

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sends a letter to U.S. President Barack Obama, condemns the attack on the U.S. Embassy in Ankara.

Netanyahu Losing Patience with Lapid, Say Associates

Netanyahu feels negotiations with Yesh Atid are starting off on the wrong foot because of Lapid's many demands.

Prime Minister 'Vote': Netanyahu 73, Yechimovich Nothing

A parade of politicians told Shimon Peres whom they wanted to form the next government – and Binyamin Netanyahu was the overwhelming choice

Peres to Pick Israel’s Next Prime Minister

President Peres will begin the process of choosing a new Prime Minister. Estimates show 80 MK's - or more - for Netanyahu.