Benjamin Netanyahu

Liberman claims:

Netanyahu fought to appoint Yair Golan as IDF Chief of Staff

Liberman accuses Netanyahu of backing controversial left-wing figure Yair Golan for IDF Chief, says PM using scandal to deflect from hostages and Gaza failures.

Report:

Netanyahu threatens Iran strike amid Trump nuclear talks

As US President Donald Trump pushes for a deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns time is running out and readies military options, NYT report says. 'Only a deal that dismantles all infrastructure is acceptable.'

Netanyahu at IHRA Conference:

'Israel fights civilization's war against barbarism'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the IHRA Conference, warning that antisemitism is a virulent disease threatening all free societies, not just Jews.

Report:

Trump to Netanyahu - Avoid actions that could derail Iran talks

President reiterates preference for diplomacy as Israeli officials prepare for potential military action on Iran.

Netanyahu at Mercaz Harav:

'We are waging war against human beasts, we will defeat them'

Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion, rabbis, dayanim and public figures attend celebration of the liberation and reunification of Jerusalem at prominent religious Zionist yeshiva.

US lawmakers back Israel:

'Netanyahu’s vigorous policy changed Mideast'

PM Netanyahu and wife Sara meet Sen. Dave McCormick and Dina Habib Powell, thanking them for their steadfast support of Israel. Later, Netanyahu meets a bipartisan Congressional delegation, led by Rep. Mike Lawler, who praises Netanyahu’s war policy.

Shin Bet Chief appointment

Attorney General to Netanyahu: Zini's nomination violates law

The Attorney General is demanding that Netanyahu hand the responsibility of appointing a new Shin Bet Director over to a minister.

Netanyahu:

'Hope we can announce something on hostages today or tomorrow'

PM makes hopeful statement on the remaining hostages amid reports a deal to free 10 hostages in exchange for a 70-day ceasefire could be reached soon.

Netanyahu:

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

Expresses support for Israel

Netanyahu meets Homeland Security Secretary Noem

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets in his office in Jerusalem with US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who is currently visiting Israel.

Israeli Amb to US:

'Netanyahu wants victory because he carries weight of our people'

In interview with PragerU, Dr. Yehiel Leiter defends Prime Minister from accusations Netanyahu is prolonging the war for political gain.

France-Israel spat:

French FM accuses Netanyahu of 'slander'

French FM Barrot lashes out at PM Netanyahu, accusing him of slander after Netanyahu claimed France, UK, and Canada were "on the wrong side of history" for urging an end to the Gaza war.

Netanyahu on Zini:

'He warned of a ground invasion half a year before the massacre'

Prime Minister praises Major General David Zini in a newly released video: "A sharp, honest, and clear mind. I’ve been following him for years – and he will be an excellent Shin Bet chief."

In wake of ISA nomination

Zamir concludes MG Zini's military service

Zamir finalizes Zini’s retirement after being sidelined from nomination process; Prime Minister defends timing and legality of Shin Bet appointment amid Attorney General objections and wartime urgency.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

Maj. Gen. David Zini to be nominated to be Shin Bet Chief

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he has decided to nominate Maj. Gen David Zini as the next director of the Shin Bet, despite directive from A-G not to.

PM Netanyahu:

'Free Palestine' is just today’s version of 'Heil Hitler'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decries antisemitic attack in Washington, DC, warns Western leaders against empowering Hamas.

Trump and Netanyahu agree:

Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons

Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump hold phone conversation and discuss the murder of the two Israeli Embassy employees, the war in Gaza, and Iran.

Terror in DC:

Netanyahu, Bondi, pledge justice after antisemitic murder

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with US Attorney General Pam Bondi following antisemitic murder in Washington, DC, condemning the attack as the deadly result of incitement and ordering heightened security at Israeli missions worldwide.

After press conference:

Outrage in Kibbutz Ein HaShlosha, Netanyahu issues clarification

Kibbutz Ein HaShlosha responds to the Prime Minister’s remarks during a press conference, in which he stated that “nothing happened” at the kibbutz on October 7. Netanyahu hastens to issue a clarification.

Netanyahu:

All of Gaza will be under Israeli security control

Prime Minister Netanyahu holds first press conference in half a year; discusses war in Gaza, Iran, among other things.

PM to Yuval Raphael:

You lifted Israel’s profile among nations

Netanyahu praises Israeli Eurovision finalist for emotional tribute and global impact.

Netanyahu's spokesman:

We can't promise that Hamas won't pillage aid trucks

Omer Dostri, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesman, said that it is impossible to promise that Hamas would not loot the trucks bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza.

'A fighter and survivor'

Netanyahu wishes Biden a speedy recovery

Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes former US President a full recovery from cancer: I have known Joe for 45 years. One thing is for sure, Joe is a fighter and a survivor.

Netanyahu responds:

'UK, Canada and France offering huge prize for October 7 attack'

Netanyahu issues statement responding to the UK, Canada and France’s ultimatum to Israel to end the war in Gaza or face sanctions: Israel will continue to defend itself by just means until total victory is achieved.

Netanyahu:

We will take control of Gaza, aid necessary for continued support

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends resumption of humanitarian aid to Gaza, saying it is essential to prevent famine and maintain international support.

Outrage over Gaza aid:

'Aid to Gaza - a stab in the back of soldiers'

Families of hostages, soldiers, and ministers blast the Prime Minister following his allowing of entry of aid to Gaza: "A gift to Hamas, harming the hostages and the IDF."

Netanyahu approves humanitarian aid to Gaza

Despite opposition from some of the ministers, the Prime Minister has approved the entry of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

PMO admits:

Israel prepared to end war to return all hostages

Netanyahu's office admitted that the Israeli negotiating team in Doha is discussing the possibility of an agreement to end the fighting and release all the hostages while disarming Gaza and Hamas.

Trump On War:

'Gaza is nasty and Bibi is an angry man'

In a fiery Fox News interview, President Donald Trump shared his blunt takes on the Israel-Gaza war, offered a controversial vision for Gaza's future, praised Gulf states as peace partners, sympathized with Netanyahu and condemned Hamas.

Macron decries 'intolerable' Gaza crisis

French President Emmanuel Macron labels the humanitarian situation in Gaza "intolerable," emphasizes the urgent need for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and the restoration of humanitarian aid.

Ben Gvir demands:

'Stop delaying the death penalty law for terrorists'

National Security Minister appeals to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding an urgent Cabinet meeting to advance the death penalty law for terrorists.

Bennett:

'Netanyahu govt. in shock, paralyzed as region changes'

Former PM accuses Israeli government of failing to take advantage of opportunities and being completely blindsighted by Trump's moves with Qatar, Turkey, Syria, and Saudi Arabia.

German Chancellor:

'Netanyahu must be able to visit Germany'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must be allowed to travel to Germany, despite an ICC arrest warrant, stresses Netanyahu was democratically elected.

Benny Gantz on Samaria shooting attack: Human monsters

Chairman of the National Unity Party responds to shooting attack in Samaria: "Against this murderous terror, we must act with strength and determination." Netanyahu: “A horrific attack, we will settle the score with the terrorists.”

Former hostages to Netanyahu:

Don’t waste this Diplomatic momentum

Survivors of Hamas captivity appeal to Israeli leadership and US President Trump to sustain negotiations for the release of all hostages.

PM’s office blasts Macron for 'echoing Hamas propaganda'

In a sharp statement, Israel accuses French President Emmanuel Macron of siding with Islamist terrorists and spreading blood libels, vowing to press on with its war goals and defeat Hamas.

Majority of US Jews say Trump fueling, not fighting, antisemitism

Half of American Jewish voters believe Trump is antisemitic, poll finds.

Macron blasts Netanyahu:

'What he’s doing is shameful'

French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza policy, calling it “shameful” and urging the EU to consider new sanctions and review its Association Agreement with Israel.

Netanyahu to wounded reservists:

'We are going all the way to destroy Hamas'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets wounded IDF reservists, vows to press forward with full force to defeat Hamas and secure the release of all hostages. 'We are going for absolute victory.'

Netanyahu to Edan Alexander: 'All of Israel embraces you'

Freed soldier Edan Alexander speaks with PM Netanyahu and President Trump after release from Hamas captivity; US envoy praises Israeli leadership in emotional exchange.

Netanyahu:

'Things will happen in Gaza you haven’t seen before'

Wounded soldiers from the war meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu and call for a decisive victory in Gaza. Netanyahu: "A decision has been made to go all the way. We are very close."

Netanyahu to Trump and Witkoff:

'Negotiations will only be conducted under fire'

Prime Minister Netanyahu met with US Envoy Steve Witkoff and US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and spoke with US President Donald Trump ahead of the release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander.

Assessment in Israel:

Edan Alexander to be released this afternoon

Family of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander says US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has notified them that Hamas will release him from captivity. Senior Hamas official: We were advised to “give a gift to President Trump and in return he will give back a better one.”

Witkoff:

'Reports of Trump-Netanyahu rift are preposterous'

Trump’s Middle East envoy dismisses reports of a rift with Netanyahu as "preposterous," reaffirms the strong US-Israel alliance.

Tikva Forum:

'A partial deal - a surrender to Hamas and harm to the hostages'

Hostage families from the Tikva Forum respond to the Prime Minister's Office announcement regarding the possibility of negotiations with Hamas on the Witkoff outline and call not to surrender to the terror organization.

Netanyahu's inner circle voices frustration over Trump’s policies

Senior Israeli officials say US policy driven by Trump’s “whims,” yet PM's Office insists ties with Washington remain strong despite disputes over Gaza and Iran.

Netanyahu to German FM:

'We'll make our partnership even stronger'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu responds to reports:

'There are no gaps between us and the Americans'

Prime Minister Netanyahu denied reports of a growing rift between his government and the Trump administration, and claimed that all reports are a campaign led by one specific channel.

Report:

Trump slams Gaza offensive as ‘wasted effort’

According to a report by NBC News, US President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu are at growing odds over military actions, the Iran nuclear approach, and other matters.

Netanyahu:

'We kept our promise to Tzvi Feldman's parents'

PM says at weekly Cabinet meeting that Israel has worked for many years to bring back all of the missing soldiers who were killed in the Battle of Sultan Yacoub 43 years ago.

Tzvi Feldman's brother:

'Thank G-d this circle is closed'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally informed the family of Tzvi Feldman today (Sunday) of the successful operation to retrieve his body from Syria after 43 years.

MK Revivo to Netanyahu:

'No negotiations without info on abducted soldier Tamir Nimrodi'

In a letter to the Prime Minister, MK Eliyahu Revivo demands confirmed information on Nimrodi’s condition before any negotiations, calling it “a moral, national, and security test.”

Liberman:

'I will run for Prime Minister in the next elections'

In an interview on Channel 12, the chairman of Yisrael Beytenu clarifies that his party will run independently: "Anyone who wants to join is welcome."

Netanyahu:

'I'm telling Hamas, the rules are changing soon'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a training exercise of the IDF’s 5th Brigade on Thursday in Tze’elim, reiterates the 2 goals of defeating Hamas and returning the hostages.

Coalition crisis:

Deri rejects Edelstein's demands for haredi draft

Netanyahu, Deri, and Edelstein meet in an attempt to resolve the coalition crisis and reach an agreement on haredi enlistment in the IDF.

Netanyahu:

'We know for sure that 21 hostages are alive'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the number of living hostages and admitted that the situation of three of them is unknown.

Netanyahu to Hamas: 'We'll tear you apart'

After overseeing strikes at Sana'a airport, PM states, 'Whoever attacks us - we will pay him back sevenfold. This is true for the Houthis, this is true for Hamas, this is true for Hezbollah. This is also true for Iran.'

Netanyahu thanks Putin for helping free Sasha Troufanov

Israeli Premier speaks by phone with Russian President to mark Victory in Europe Day this week.

Defense Minister:

'We destroyed the airport in Sana'a, a message to Iran'

PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz address the IAF airstrikes on the Sana'a airport today in retaliation for the Houthi missile strike at Ben Gurion Airport.

'I have to leave by 3:15'

Classified envelope handed to PM during hearing

A classified envelope was brought to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his testimony. Netanyahu turned to the judges and said, "I have to leave by 3:15."