Benjamin Netanyahu

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.

Netanyahu Meets Members of the U.S. House of Representatives

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets a bipartisan delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives led by Rep. Rob Wittman.

Russian Foreign Minister Warns Against Strike in Iran

Attacking Iran's nuclear facilities "a very dangerous idea," says Russian FM Sergei Lavrov.

Will Livni and her 'Peace' Focus have a Spot in the Government?

"I came back and said that peace is not a dirty word," said Livni, whose chance of being asked to join Netanyahu's coalition is still shaky

Netanyahu Able to Avoid ‘A Jump to the Left’

The jockeying for position has begun with attempts to force out PM Binyamin Netanyahu. But he can likely avoid "a jump to the left."

Netanyahu: Proud to be Your Prime Minister

"I thank you for giving me the opportunity for a third time to lead the State of Israel," says Netanyahu in victory speech.

Netanyahu: I'll Form as Wide a Coalition as Possible

"The people of Israel made it clear they want me to continue as Prime Minister," says Netanyahu.

Report: Shas Not in Netanyahu's Pocket

The Shas party may not automatically recommend Netanyahu for Prime Minister and will present a list of 'demands' in exchange for doing so.

PA Hopes Syrian 'Red Herring' Discredits Netanyahu at Polls

On the eve of Israel's national elections, PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas attempts to discredit Likud PM Netanyahu and affect his popularity.

Bayit Yehudi Fined Over Netanyahu-Bennett Ad

72,000 shekel fine imposed on Jewish Home over its failure to remove ad that shows Netanyahu side-by-side with Bennett.

Left Outraged Over Kahlon Appointment

Labor, Yesh Atid and Hatnua slam Netanyahu over appointing outgoing Minister Moshe Kahlon as head of the Israel Lands Administration.

Netanyahu to Senators: Nuclear Iran is the World's Problem

“History won't forgive those who do not stop Iran's nuclear program,” Netanyahu tells a delegation of senators headed by John McCain.

PA Leaders Slam Netanyahu and Lieberman on Israeli TV

PA leaders, interviewed on Israeli TV, say electing Netanyahu "will lead to disaster", claim Lieberman is "a thug and a criminal".

Ayalon: US Expects New Government to 'Make Progress'

Deputy Foreign Minister said that he was “not worried” about recent media reports of tensions between the US and Israel.

Likud Official: Netanyahu Prefers Lapid

Netanyahu would prefer a coalition with Lapid and Livni over the Jewish Home, a senior Likud official tells Arutz Sheva.

Livni: Obama's Words Should Be Wake Up Call to All Israelis

After reported criticism from Obama, Livni calls for a "citizens' appeal" to change policies of the administration and avoid isolation.

Netanyahu Visits IDF Base in the Golan Heights

"Of course we are monitoring what is happening on the other side of this buffer inside Syria," Netanyahu tells soldiers in Golan.

PM Calls Olmert's Accusations Bizarre and Irresponsible

In an interview on Army Radio, Netanyahu made it clear that Olmert's remarks against him were, "a bizarre, irresponsible thing to say."

Deri: Netanyahu Prefers Coalition with the Left

Aryeh Deri, one of the leaders of the Shas party, accuses Netanyahu of preferring a coalition with parties from the left rather than Shas.

Netanyahu Criticizes Abbas, Livni Criticizes Netanyahu

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu condemns Abbas for meeting with Mashaal. Livni condemns Netanyahu for condemning Abbas.

Netanyahu Launches Preemptive Snowball Strike

The Netanyahus engage in snowy photo-op. Younger Netanyahu challenges father with unconventional snowball.

Bennett: Likud Must Stop its 'Dirty Campaign' Against Us

Naftali Bennett slammed Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu for negative campaign tactics against Bayit Yehudi

Netanyahu Attends Taglit 'Bar Mitzvah' Event

"Our goal is that any young Jew who wants to come to Israel will be able to come to Israel," Netanyahu tells Taglit participants.

Photo Essay: Netanyahu Parties in Tel Aviv at Young Likud Event

Young adults affiliated with the Likud Party attended a dance party at Tel Aviv's Reading 3 club.

Netanyahu: Left, Hareidim Plotting against Me

Prime Minister asks voters to vote Likud Beytenu, to foil leftist maneuvers.

MK Schneller: Diskin Should Keep His Mouth Shut

MK Otniel Schneller slammed former Shabak head Yuval Diskin for an interview he gave to Yediot Achronot over the weekend.

Netanyahu: I Never Ruled Out Any Parties

"I am a ready for a broad coalition, but some parties are rejecting me in advance," Netanyahu tells Channel 2.

Netanyahu Quietly Delays E1 Project

Netanyahu deliberately delays building in E1. US paper: promising building ‘a familiar tactic.’

Erdan: Livni Won't be Part of Peace Talks

Minister Gilad Erdan in television interview: Netanyahu told me that if Livni joins coalition, she won't take part in peace talks.

Poll: Likud/Beiteinu Weaker, Bennett Stronger

The Likud-Yisrael Beiteinu continues to weaken and Bayit Yehudi continues to strengthen, a new poll shows

U.S. Hopes for Israel-PA Peace in 2013

"Now is the time for leaders on both sides to display real leadership," says State Department spokeswoman about Israel and the PA.

Rabbi Ovadia Yosef: Vote Shas So We Can 'Bend Netanyahu'

Shas' spiritual leader tells yeshiva students to vote for his party so that Shas can "dictate terms to the government."

Abbas Threatens to Disband PA if Peace Talks Don't Resume

Abbas warns Netanyahu: If peace talks don't resume after the Israeli elections, you can take the keys and be responsible for the PA.

Report: PM, Abdullah Discussed Syrian Chemical Weapons

A report on Israel Radio said that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jordan's King Abdullah II Syrian chemical weapons in a recent talk

PM: Livni Will Not be a Part of Next Government

A report in Haaretz said that Netanyahu had made clear to several of his senior staff that no talks were taking place with Tzippy Livni

Netanyahu Will Concede Lands, Predicts Rabin's Associate

All the Likud's leaders talked like rightists but behaved like leftists, former PM Yitzchak Rabin's bureau chief reminds.

Netanyahu and Jordan's King Discussed Syria's Chemicals

Reports indicate Prime Minister Netanyahu recently met Jordan's King Abdullah to discuss Assad's chemical weapons.

Likud Kicks Off Campaign With Promises Galore

Don't waste your vote, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu appealed at the opening of the Likud's election campaign Tuesday.

Netanyahu Visits Central Command, Briefed on Security

"Our mission is to maintain the security of the citizens of the State of Israel," Netanyahu says during security briefing.

IDF Fighters to Netanyahu: Stop Attacking Bennett

62 soldiers, fighters and officers stand up for Naftali Bennett after he is constantly attacked by members of the Likud.

Critics: Netanyahu Interviews Caused Mass Sabbath Desecrations

Binyamin Netanyahu kicked off his campaign for reelection, as well as a mass desecration of the Sabbath, critics said.

Netanyahu Congratulates Kerry on Nomination

"Kerry is a well-known supporter of Israel's security," says Netanyahu about Senator John Kerry.

PA Threatens 'Action' Against Israel if Netanyahu Wins

Palestinian Authority threatens to sue Israelis at the International Criminal Court if Netanyahu wins another term as Prime Minister.

Netanyahu Meets U.S. Senator, Discusses Syria

"We're monitoring the events in Syria very closely," PM Netanyahu tells Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas).

Netanyahu to Americans: The People of Israel Grieve with You

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu releases a special video message following the massacre in Newtown, Connecticut.

E1 Construction Because of Bennett, Says Senior Minister

Senior cabinet minister says the announcement about building in E1 is tied to Netanyahu's fear of losing votes to Bennett's Bayit Yehudi.

Olmert: Netanyahu Leading to New Intifada

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert continues to attack Netanyahu, a day after saying that the Prime Minister “slapped Obama in the face."

Netanyahu Should Retire from Politics, Says Mashaal

"May you destroy the home of Netanyahu," Hamas chief Mashaal tells students at the Islamic University of Gaza.

Olmert Attacks Netanyahu, State Prosecutor in TV Interview

Former PM says Netanyahu "slapped Obama in the face", claims State Prosecutor has a personal vendetta against him.

Peretz: Livni Party Won't Join Netanyahu Government

Tzipi Livni’s new party will not be a part of a government led by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, says new member Amir Peretz.

Netanyahu on Forbes' 'World's Most Powerful People' List

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is ranked at Number 23 on this year's Forbes List of the 'World's Most Powerful People'.

Netanyahu to Czech PM: Thank You for Standing Up for Peace

Netanyahu thanks Czech Prime Minister Petr Necas for his country’s vote against the PA's unilateral statehood bid.

Netanyahu: Conflict with Arabs is Not About Settlements

Netanyahu: The entire conflict between Israel and the Arabs is over their denial of Israel’s right to exist.

Emanuel Slams Netanyahu Over 'Support for Romney'

Obama is not willing to accept "Netanyahu's behavior", says ex-White House Chief of Staff. Interference in Israeli elections?

Begin Won't Come Back without Meridor and Eitan

Report: Netanyahu offered Benny Begin to be a minister in the next government but he refused.

PM: Illegal Immigration, Human Trafficking Things of the Past

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu declared the problems of illegal immigration and human trafficking "have been solved.”

Netanyahu: Abbas Speech Venomous, Israel Will Respond

Netanyahu says that UN decision to recognize "Palestine" is "a meaningless decision that will not change anything."

Netanyahu: The Likud is the Party of the People

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to Likud members: We have a strong team that represents all sections of the people.

Four Israelis Make List of 'Foreign Policy' Top Thinkers

Four Israelis made it this year to the prestigious “Top Thinkers” list published by Foreign Policy magazine