Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu:

'Feldstein is a patriot, would never endanger national security'

Prime Minister Netanyahu has issued a lengthy denunciation of the charges against Eli Feldstein.

Britain hints:

Netanyahu could face arrest if he enters the country

Downing Street says Netanyahu could face arrest upon entering Britain following the ICC issuance of an international arrest warrant against him, though it won't comment on "hypotheticals".

Hungarian PM:

'Warrants have no impact on our friendship with Israel'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban wrote to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to denounce the ICC warrants and invite him on an official visit to Hungary.

UN spokesman:

'UN could meet Netanyahu despite arrest warrant'

Following ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu, UN spokesman says limited contacts are allowed "to address fundamental issues". No indications that a meeting between Netanyahu and UN chief Guterres is in the works.

Ambassador Herzog:

'ICC decision is a mockery of the court'

Israel’s Ambassador to the US denounces ICC decision to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant: The world has turned on its head.

Biden against ICC:

'Arrest warrants against Israeli leaders are outrageous'

US President condemns International Criminal Court’s decision to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant: There is no equivalence — none — between Israel and Hamas.

'A dark day for justice'

IHF denounces ICC's arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

Israel Heritage Foundation Executive Director Rabbi David Katz says "the ICC's actions undermine its credibility and demonstrate a disturbing disregard for Jewish life."

A-G condemns ICC decision:

'Israel is considering its next legal steps'

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara condemns ICC decision to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant: The decision is baseless, regrettable and fundamentally wrong.

Netanyahu:

'What in God’s name are they talking about in The Hague?'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the ICC's decision to issue arrest warrants and said it was made by 'a rogue prosecutor who is trying to extricate himself from sexual harassment charges, and by biased judges who are motivated by antisemitic sentiments.'

Netanyahu:

'The court that was founded to defend humanity is now its enemy'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attacked the ICC's decision to issue arrest warrants against him and former Defense Minister Gallant: 'This is an antisemitic move.'

ICC Chief Prosecutor:

'I call on all countries to respect the court's decision'

International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan summed up the proceedings which led to the issuing of warrants for Israel's PM and fmr. Defense Minister and wrote: 'Our collective mind and focus should be on the victims of international crimes in Israel and in the State of Palestine.'

Report:

Israel prepared list of actions against ICC for Trump admin

Israel has compiled a list of suggested actions and sanctions against both the court and even specific individuals in it.

'A dark day for justice'

Officials from Israel and the world condemn ICC decision

After the ICC issues arrest warrants for PM Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Gallant, elected officials in Israel and around the world respond.

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'

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