Benjamin Netanyahu

Gali Baharav‑Miara expected to block pardon for Netanyahu

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is expected to submit a legal opinion arguing that granting the Prime Minister a pardon does not comply with the law.

Netanyahu:

'The Negev is running wild - we’re taking it back'

Netanyahu toured the Western Negev with senior ministers and security chiefs, declaring a major national operation to restore governance, expand settlement, and combat crime and illegal weapons.

Preparing for elections:

Netanyahu expected to request five reserved slots on Likud slate

The Prime Minister seeks to expand his influence over the Likud slate by selecting five candidates of his choosing. Among those mentioned are bereaved parents Itzik Bonzel and Dedy Simhi.

Netanyahu to prosecutor:

Claims about my family are nonsense

During cross-examination, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed prosecution claims regarding Sara and Yair Netanyahu’s alleged involvement in official matters.

As Netanyahu presses, will Smotrich give up his spot at the top?

According to a Galei Tzahal report, Netanyahu has discussed steps to save the Religious Zionist list amid fears the party may not pass the electoral threshold.

Netanyahu:

'I will personally get involved, we will bring her back'

Prime Minister Netanyahu met on Monday with the parents of Hymanut Kassaou, missing since February 2024.

Report:

Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran

Kan 11 News reports that Netanyahu used Putin as a channel to send calming messages to Iran, while warning Tehran that any attack on Israel would bring “severe" consequences.

Netanyahu

'Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds to the opposition's claims in a 40-signature debate in the Knesset on the government's conduct.

Netanyahu on Iran protests

This may be the moment'

Netanyahu addressed the protests against the regime in Iran and noted that the moment may have come when Iranians take their fate into their own hands.

Netanyahu to Attorney General: I won't fire Ben Gvir

A heated confrontation unfolded during the Cabinet meeting on the position of the Attorney General, who wants Netanyahu to dismiss National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

'Keep your promise'

Iranian woman appeals to Netanyahu for support

Iranian woman urges PM Netanyahu to support growing protests against the Islamic Republic, as demonstrations spread across Iran amid a deepening economic crisis and increasing signs of pressure on the regime.

During Florida visit:

101-year-old Holocaust survivor's request from Netanyahu

During PM's visit to a Miami synagogue, Jake, who lost his entire family in the Holocaust, asked for a photograph with Netanyahu.

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the US, his party, Likud, strengthens by two seats, which are lost by Naftali Bennett's party.

Oops:

Mamdani’s name now appears on Adams’ pro‑Israel posts

Mamdani takes over NYC mayoral social accounts, leaving his name on Adams’ pro‑Israel posts, including one describing a meeting with Netanayhu whom Mamdani has vowed to arrest.

Poll:

Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9

While the Likud continues to stay ahead in the polls, Mr. Netanyahu still can not manage to find a majority.

Iranian man to Netanyahu

'Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?'

An Iranian man published a video asking PM Netanyahu to support the Iranian people protesting against the regime.

AG to Supreme Court:

'Force Netanyahu to explain why he won't fire Ben-Gvir'

Attorney General Baharav-Miara asked the Supreme Court to issue a show-cause order requiring Netanyahu to explain why he has not removed National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from office.

Netanyahus attend Trump's New Year's Eve gala

Prime Minister Netanyahu was the only foreign leader invited to the event, and the only one to have ever taken part in the President's Gala.

PM in Miami

Israel 'stronger than ever' after Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses JNS event at "The Shul of Bal Harbour" in Miami, telling US Jews not to 'lower your heads' in the face of rising antisemitism.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has come out stronger than ever before'

Speaking in Surfside, Florida, PM Netanyahu says Israel is “stronger than ever,” urges Jews to “fight back” against antisemitism, and vows to return the last hostage from Gaza.

Netanyahu tells Evangelicals:

This is a shared Judeo-Christian struggle

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with evangelical leaders in Florida, praising Christian Zionist support for Israel and warning of a broader battle for Judeo-Christian values and Western civilization.

Netanyahu sends New Year greeting to Israelis from fmr USSR

Netanyahu greets CIS immigrants for the New Year, praising their unity, heroism, and vital contributions to Israel’s security and strength.

Netanyahu on Newsmax:

'Trump brought America back, he's Israel's greatest friend'

Netanyahu hails Trump as “the man who brought America back,” vows to recover Ran Gvili’s remains, and defends Israel’s recognition of Somaliland.

Netanyahu to Fox News:

'Hamas must disarm or disappear, Gaza peace depends on it'

In interview with Bret Baier, PM Netanyahu stresses disarming Hamas is key to Gaza peace, praises Trump’s support, warns Iran, and rejects claims his leadership prolongs war for political gain.

The dramatic intel presented to Trump

Prime Minister Netanyahu told President Trump that Hamas is holding some 60,000 Kalashnikov rifles in Gaza, stressing that disarmament is a prerequisite for any civilian rehabilitation.

Bennett:

Netanyahu's aides must receive life sentences for treason

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett urged Benjamin Netanyahu to stop defending aides tied to the Qatargate scandal, accusing them of deliberate treason that harmed Israel’s security and relations with Egypt during wartime.

Amit Segal:

'Israel is getting almost everything it wanted from Trump'

Channel 12 News analyst Amit Segal explains why statements made at the start of the Netanyahu-Trump meeting indicate that, from Gaza to Iran, Israel has received nearly everything it sought from the United States.

Trump: Without Netanyahu, you might not have Israel

Watch: US President Donald Trump lavishes praise on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during their joint press conference following their meeting.

Trump to Gvili family:

'I'm doing everything I can, and I will bring Ran home'

The Gvili family meets Netanyahu and Trump, urging renewed efforts to bring home Ran Gvili’s body from Gaza, emphasizing that Israel’s recovery and justice depend on returning all hostages.

After meeting Netanyahu

Trump: If Hamas doesn't disarm, there will be hell to pay

US President says he would support Israeli strikes on Iran if Iran continues to pursue nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles.

Netanyahu

'It's Israel's and the world's good fortune Trump is President'

PM says in meeting with Trump that 'we have never had a friend like President Trump in the White House' and that Israel is 'blessed' to have a friend like Trump in the US.

PM speaks with Elon Musk, who agrees to visit Israel

Prime Minister Netanyahu held a conference call yesterday with Elon Musk, who agreed to participate in a Smart Transportation Conference to be held this March.

Yossi Dagan steps up pressure on Netanyahu

Ahead of the Prime Minister’s meeting with President Trump, the head of the Samaria Regional Council is demanding an immediate declaration of sovereignty and warning of a dangerous political vacuum.

Netanyahu to show Trump:

This is how Iran is working to rebuild its missile program

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ask US President Donald Trump for green light to attack Iran, stress Gaza plan won't advance until Hamas disarms and last hostage's body is returned to Israel.

Iranian hacker group threatens Netanyahu's flight

Iranian hacker group 'Handala' issues veiled threat to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of planned trip to Florida to meet US President Donald Trump.

Ambassador Huckabee:

'Terror attacks threaten any path to lasting peace in Israel'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and PM Netanyahu condemn the deadly terror attack in northern Israel that left two Israelis dead.

Netanyahu declares:

Israel recognizes Somaliland as an independent state

Israel officially recognizes Somaliland as an independent state, a move criticized by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey, and Djibouti.

Gallant responds:

'Let them release the footage, I have no problem'

Former Defense Minister Gallant responds to Eli Feldstein’s claim that the Prime Minister’s Office holds footage against him: “Let them release the video - I have no problem with it.”

Netanyahu:

'Metro line extension to revolutionize mobility and society'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises new agreement extending metro line to Rishon Lezion as 'social revolution': 'Everyone can get from anywhere to everywhere.'

Smotrich on QatarGate

'Even if Netanyahu didn't know, it's a problem'

Minister Smotrich addressed the QatarGate scandal at the National Education Conference: "This is absolute madness. I'm shocked by the correspondence that was published."

Netanyahu on Christmas:

'Israel stands with Christians worldwide'

Netanyahu sends Christmas greetings to the Christian community, praising Israel as the only Middle Eastern country where Christians thrive freely, contrasting it with regional persecution and dwindling Christian communities.

Netanyahu warns Iran:

'We do not seek confrontations, but we remain vigilant'

Thirty-five new aircrew members received their wings at Hatzerim Airbase as Israel’s leaders praised the Air Force’s central role in defending the nation during ongoing regional challenges.

Ahead of US visit:

PM's Office posts video of Netanyahu and Trump in B-2 bomber

Marking six months since war with Iran, Prime Minister's Press Office posts AI-generated video to Instagram showing the two leaders in the cockpit of a B-2 bomber with the caption 'On our victory lap.'

Eli Feldstein:

'Netanyahu was behind the leak to Bild'

Qatar Gate suspect Eli Feldstein talks about a conference call he claims took place with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Yonatan Urich after the document was leaked to the German newspaper Bild.

Bennett accuses

'The worst betrayal in Israel's history'

The former prime minister called on the Shin Bet and the police to investigate what the prime minister knew about the 'Qatargate'affair and wondered 'Why is Netanyahu silent?'

PM:

Coalition, opposition to share authority in October 7 probe

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the state commission of inquiry into the October 7 events will have full authority, equal representation from coalition and opposition, and broad public legitimacy.

Trump, Netanyahu expected to decide next steps in Gaza ceasefire

Arab media reports say an upcoming meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to determine next steps in the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Former spokesman reveals

The 'mission' from Netanyahu

Eli Feldstein, former spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, appears in an interview and describes the mission he received from Netanyahu after October 7

'We'll continue being victorious'

Netanyahu lights the menorah with Chabad emissaries

Prime Minister Netanyahu lit the eighth candle of Hanukkah with Chabad emissaries and marked one week since the Sydney massacre: 'We have not lost our spirit, nor will we lose it.'

Lindsey Graham

'Hamas, Hezbollah rearming, this is unacceptable'

PM Netanyahu meets South Carolina Senator Graham at the PMO. Senator Graham: 'My impression is that Hamas is not disarming, but rearming.'

Netanyahu says he plans to visit NYC 'soon' under Mamdani

Israeli PM says in response to invitation that he cannot be in New York on January 1, the day of Mamdani's inauguration, but he will visit the city even though Mamdani has vowed to arrest him.

What to do about Tally Gotliv?

Report: The Prime Minister presented the Justice Minister with an assessment that Likud is losing three to four seats because of MK Tally Gotliv.​

Report:

Trump rebuffed Netanyahu’s push to retain Syria sanctions

Israel reportedly asked the Trump administration not to lift all Syria sanctions, but the request was denied. Kan 11 says the US offered Israel “compensation” following the refusal.

Report:

Israel preparing for strike on Iran

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to brief US President Donald on need to strike Iran, offer options for him to join or assist, NBC News reports.

'ICC is a political tool'

Netanyahu’s office backs US sanctions on ICC judges

Israel’s government welcomes US sanctions on two ICC judges, calling the court biased and politically motivated in its prosecution efforts against Israel.

Trump:

'Netanyahu would like to see me, we’ll probably meet in Florida'

Trump says a meeting with PM Netanyahu is likely next week in Florida, though the White House has not yet confirmed plans.

Netanyahu:

Alliances are made with the strong. Peace is made with the strong

*Prime Minister says foundation stone laying fulfills long-promised vision, citing security achievements, economic growth, energy independence and major investments as signs of Israel’s strength.*

Pollard to PM, Defense Minister:

'Approve raising of Israeli flag in Nisanit tomorrow'

Jonathan Pollard says raising the Israeli flag in Nisanit on Hanukkah will show strength, hope, and Israel’s resolve against its enemies.

Major diplomatic development

Netanyahu approves $35 Bil. gas deal with Egypt

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced approval of a NIS 112 billion gas deal with Egypt, saying billions in revenue will strengthen Israel’s economy and education system.

Netanyahu Speaks with Rabbi Yehoram Ulman and Arsen Ostrovsky

PM speaks with father-in-law of the late Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who was murdered in the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, and Ostrovsky, who was wounded in the attack.