Benjamin Netanyahu

Drama at the Hague:

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

ICC issues arrest warrants for PM Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Gallant for 'crimes against humanity.'

Ehud Barak does not regret withdrawal from Lebanon

Former Prime Minister accuses Netanyahu of strengthening Hezbollah and claims that there is no connection between the withdrawal from southern Lebanon in 2000 and the strengthening of the terrorist organization.

'Worst since Rabin assassination'

New details revealed on flare attack on Netanyahu's house

Newly revealed details show that the four suspects planned the attack ahead of time and scouted out the area weeks in advance.

Released for publication:

These are those suspected of firing flares at PM's house

Protest activists, Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Doron, Amir Sadeh and Itai Yaffe, are the suspects in the firing of flares at the Prime Minister's residence in Caesarea last Saturday.

Netanyahu in Gaza:

'Hamas won't be here, we'll hunt anyone who harms hostages'

PM and Defense Minister visit soldiers in the Netzarim Corridor in central Gaza, says Hamas governing capabilities are being dismantled along with its military capabilities.

Report:

Netanyahu considering firing Shin Bet chief

Sources close to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claim that he has been considering in recent days removing Shin Bet head Ronen Bar from his position.

Netanyahu Confirms:

'We hit a component related to Iran's nuclear program'

Prime Minister Netanyahu has publicly confirmed for the first time that Israel's attack damaged the Iranian nuclear program.

Highway sign slams A-G: PM's blood will be on your hands

'If, G-d forbid, something happens to the Netanyahu family, the blood will be on the hands of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara,' Deputy Minister Avi Maoz warns.

Flares on PM's house

Shin Bet Director: 'Dangerous escalation'

Director Ronen Bar says the launch of two illumination flares at the Prime Minister's home in Caesarea is far from a legitimate form of protest and will be dealt with with the utmost severity.

Attack on PM's house:

Senior reserve officer arrested for firing flares

Among the three suspects arrested on suspicion of firing flares towards the Prime Minister's residence last night is a senior reserve officer.

Sen. Graham to Netanyahu:

'Do what you have to do to prevent Iran from nuclear weapons'

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel: A nuclear-armed Iranian ayatollah is an existential threat to Israel and a nightmare for the world.

Three suspects arrested

Two illumination bombs fired near Prime Minister's home

Projectiles land in Netanyahu family's yard, police and ISA open investigation, arrest three suspects. No one was injured.

'It's time'

Minister Levin calls for advancement of judicial reform

Justice Minister Yariv Levin responds to firing of illumination bombs at Netanyahu's private home: Rampant violence by those who are trying to dismantle the country from within.

The special object in the Prime Minister's Office

US official who recently visited Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office is surprised by a central display: Books of Tanya printed in Lebanon during the First Lebanon War.

Classified docs leak

Netanyahu spokesman Yonatan Urich questioned under caution

Yonatan Urich, adviser and spokesman for Netanyahu and a Likud spokesman, questioned under caution on suspicion of involvement in the case involving the leak of classified documents from the Prime Minister's Office.

'We stand with Israel'

Senate Republican Leader John Thune speaks to Netanyahu

New Republican Senate Leader John Thune says he held a phone call with Netanyahu and "reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to standing with Israel, our closest friend and ally.”

A-G tells Netanyahu to considering firing Minister Ben-Gvir

Attorney General Gali-Baharav writes to PM accusing National Security Minister of improper interference with the police and courts, recommends he be fired.

Netanyahu declared unfit?

Coalition leaders condemn 'coup for all intents and puposes'

The leaders of the coalition parties in an unusual statement condemned potential efforts to declare Prime Minister Netanyahu unfit to lead during his testimony at his trial next month.

ICC arrest warrants case

Israel challenges impartiality of judge

Israel raises concerns about potential bias by Slovenian ICC Judge Beti Hohler, who was appointed to help decide whether to issue an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

'Gift' to Trump

Report: Israel preparing Lebanon ceasefire plan

Israeli officials tell The Washington Post that Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer told Trump and Jared Kushner that Israel is rushing to advance a ceasefire deal in Lebanon.

Senior haredi rabbi:

'What would have happened if Netanyahu's son were abducted?'

Rabbi Dov Lando, the senior rabbi of the Lithuanian (non-hassidic) haredi community, met with family members of hostages, prayed for their return, and discussed efforts to bring them home.

Despite the war:

Netanyahu to begin testifying next month

Jerusalem District Court rejects Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to postpone testimony in his trial, scheduled to begin next month.

Netanyahu to Iranian people:

'The thing Iran fears more than Israel is you'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a direct message to the Iranian people: "There's one thing Khamenei’s regime fears more than Israel. ‏It’s you — the people of Iran. Don't lose hope."

Report:

Netanyahu promoting special October 7th commission

The commission is to be created with the consent of the coalition and opposition and is intended to allay criticism of the government for not investigating the massacre.

Report:

Dermer met Trump in Mar-a-Lago

Sources tell Axios the meeting between Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and US President-elect was aimed at passing messages from Netanyahu to Trump and briefing Trump on Israel's plans in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran for the next two months.

Netanyahu trials:

Netanyahu seeks to postpone testimony by two and a half months

In an appeal to Jerusalem District Court, Prime Minister's attorneys argue that the security situation in recent months has prevented proper preparation for the testimony.

Netanyahu:

'We won't let history repeat itself, we will fight antisemitism'

Prime Minister Netanyahu attacked Holland for its conduct during the attacks on Israelis and warned: 'We have learned something from history: Wild attacks that start against Jews, never end with the Jews.'

Netanyahu confirms:

Israel behind pager explosions

Netanyahu revealed to the cabinet that Israel was behind the pager explosions which severely harmed the Hezbollah terror organization. He added that there were members of the defense establishment and cabinet who opposed the operation.

Netanyahu personally managing Amsterdam developments

Prime Minister Netanyahu has arrived at the Foreign Ministry situation room to oversee the developments in Holland.

Dr. Yechiel Leiter to be Israel's next Ambassador to the US

Leiter was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, moved to Israel at 18, and has served in the past as Netanyahu's chief of staff in the Ministry of Finance.

Netanyahu to Dutch PM:

'Israel views Amsterdam pogrom with utmost severity'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this morning, spoke with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and emphasized the great importance of the Dutch government ensuring the wellbeing of all Israelis in the Netherlands, including those who were wounded and injured in the disturbances.

PM extends US Ambassador Herzog's term until Trump's inauguration

Netanyahu will announce Israel's next Ambassador to the US tomorrow after asking current Ambassador Michael Herzog to remain past the end of his term until January 20.

Political analyst:

President Biden really stepped up to save Israel

Political analyst, Mitchell Barak, says that despite previous US Jewry's ties with Israel, after 10/7 Israel found that Diaspora Jewry has its back; in financial support, shipping equipment for IDF, and others.

After Gallant's dismissal:

Right-wing bloc maintains its power

The Likud party continues to maintain its power after the dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, television polls show.

Trump, Netanyahu speak, discuss US-Israel relations and Iran

Israeli PM is among the first to speak with the US President-Elect following his reelection. The two discussed the Iranian threat during their 20-minute conversation.

Netanyahu on Trump victory:

Powerful recommitment to the great alliance

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Issac Herzog congratulated US President-Elect Donald Trump on his apparent victory in the elections. Herzog: 'I look forward to working with you to strengthen the ironclad bond between our peoples.'

US official:

'The decision to fire Gallant is concerning'

US official expresses concern following Netanyahu's decision to fire Defense Minister: We have real questions about the reasons for Gallant’s firing.

Gallant firing:

Left wing protesters light bonfire on Ayalon Highway

Thousands of left-wingers take to the streets to protest dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Protesters light bonfire on Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv and chanting "Bibi is a traitor." Police remove them forcefully.

Herzog on Gallant dismissal:

'The last thing Israel needs right now'

President Isaac Herzog condemns the dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant: We must not go back towards the abyss.

Report:

Netanyahu planning to fire IDF, Shin Bet chiefs next

Political sources believe PM may replace the leadership of much of Israel's security apparatus after firing Defense Minister Gallant. PMO denies reports.

Gallant after being fired:

'Failure to return hostages a Mark of Cain for policy leaders'

Outgoing Defense Minister Yoav Gallant delivered his first statement to the media since Prime Minister Netanyahu announced his dismissal, says 3 issues led to his firing.

Reactions to Gallant's firing:

'Netanyahu selling Israel's security for political survival'

Opposition MKs condemn firing of the defense minister in the middle of the war while coalition MKs praise the move as necessary for victory.

Hostages' families:

'Firing of Gallant continues effort to torpedo hostage deal'

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum condemned the decision of PM Netanyahu to fire Defense Minister Gallant, calls for the war to end in order to free the remaining hostages.

Netanyahu fires Gallant as Defense Minister

PM dismisses Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing 'significant gaps' and lack of trust, appoints Israel Katz in his place.

Report:

Netanyahu to offer $5 million for each hostage released

PM reportedly set to offer each person who releases the hostages they hold captive millions of dollars in addition to guaranteed safe passage to a third country if they release their captives.

Amsalem vs. State Attorney:

'We've got saboteurs who are betraying our trust every day'

Minister Dudi Amsalem called on the Knesset to fire State Attorney General, Gali Baharav Miara, and her deputy Gil Limon: 'They are acting illegally.'

Gantz calls on Netanyahu:

'Prepare to attack Iran's nuclear facilities'

Gantz: 'While a case of breaking the law is being investigated in PM's office, he is busy neutralizing the gatekeepers' | Lieberman calls to attack Iran: 'Strike first.'

Leaking secret documents:

Eli Feldstein is arrested PM Spokesman

Court limits gag order: "Possible damage to the security agencies' ability releasing hostages."

Before visiting Metula

UAV exploded, Netanyahu forced to change plans

20 minutes before the Prime Minister's arrival in Metula, a UAV exploded in the town. Security authorities forced Netanyahu to change his plan.

Benjamin Netanyahu:

Three steps to bring residents of north back home

Prime Minister Netanyahu on northern border: 'Key to bring residents of north back home safely is to distance Hezbollah over Litani.'

Leaked documents:

Arrest of main suspect extended

Court today approved Shin Bet and police request for extended arrest of suspect who worked regularly in PM's office.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has greater freedom of action in Iran than ever before'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the IDF Officers Course Graduation: 'We are dismantling the axis of evil that we face, with calculated blows. No longer will terrorist armies be on our borders.'

Netanyahu to US envoys:

'Main point is not agreement on paper, but ability to enforce it'

White House Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa Brett McGurk, Senior Advisor to the U.S. President Amos Hochstein, and U.S. Ambassador Jack Lew met with Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Due to security situation:

PM suggests postponing son Avner's wedding

PM suggests postponing son Avner's wedding, planned for November 25th in central location, due to security situation and risk of UAVs.

Netanyahu is determined to win this war

A win for Netanyahu is a win for the entire West, especially the ineffective USA. This is how it will probably pan out. Opinion.

Biden:

'I will talk to Netanyahu about negotiations under fire comment'

US President asked about Netanyahu’s view that it is better to conduct negotiations under fire rather than during a ceasefire: I’ll reserve that for my discussion with him.

Over Bennett, Lapid and Gantz

Most Israelis prefer Netanyahu as Prime Minister

New poll finds that Prime Minister Netanyahu leads on the question of suitability for the role of Prime Minister, but the coalition he leads does not reach 61 seats.

Jerusalem

Protest against Netanyahu: You are the leader, you are guilty

Nine suspects arrested during protest outside the Prime Minister's residence on Azza Street in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu:

'If there was a real deal, I'd take it immediately'

Israeli prime minister reacts to reports of an Egyptian proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire in which 4 hostages would be released.

Harris:

Not concerned over Trump's conversations with Netanyahu

US Vice President says she has no concerns regarding recent discussions between Trump and Netanyahu, reiterates her own stance on the war.