Benjamin Netanyahu

Likud: 'Bloc of change' will bring laws from Iran to the Knesset

Likud blasts the left's intention to submit a bill that would prevent a person with criminal indictments from serving as Prime Minister.

In fourth campaign Netanyahu secures largest-ever electoral lead

Long-serving prime minister thanked citizens, tweeting: “You gave a huge victory for the right and the Likud under my leadership.” Op-ed.

Report: Netanyahu looking to form minority govt. with UAL

PM looking at ways to avoid 5th election, including minority government with support of United Arab List and bringing over New Hope MKs.

Netanyahu to leave Likud, make way for right-wing coalition?

A political expert offers 3 options amid another deadlocked election, but will Netanyahu choose one of them?

Netanyahu: We brought a tremendous achievement

Netanyahu in post-election speech: I suggest to all Knesset members who believe in the principles of the right not to disqualify us.

Netanyahu: A huge victory for the right and for the Likud

Netanyahu responds to exit polls: It is clear that a large majority of Israeli citizens want a strong and stable right-wing government.

Netanyahu congratulates Smotrich on his party's achievement

The Prime Minister also spoke with Shas chairman Aryeh Deri following the publication of the exit polls.

Sa'ar: Netanyahu breaking Likud party rules

Sa'ar accuses Netanyahu of campaign meddling, says there's 'Zero chance' of party failing to pass voting threshold.

Israel Votes 2021:

Netanyahu: This is a festival for Israeli democracy

Prime Minister calls on Israelis to participate in fourth election in under two years. 'We're proud of our country. We'll get back to life.'

Netanyahu: Israel’s indispensable statesman

The Likud leader has developed Israel’s bilateral ties with dozens of nations on a basis of shared economic and strategic interests.Op-ed.

Netanyahu posts video, Bennett responds

PM demands that Bennett cancel his surplus agreement with Sa'ar. Bennett responds: Cancel your secret agreement with Mansour Abbas.

Netanyahu: I thank God for coming out of coronavirus safely

Read the full texts of the notes left in the Western Wall by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara Netanyahu.

Polls predicting right-wing surge - due to dislike for Netanyahu

Polls are predicting the right-wing bloc will expand dramatically and the one biggest reason appears to be internal strife.

Netanyahu declares 'victory' over COVID-19

With almost half of Israel's population fully vaccinated for Corona & the economy reopening, Netanyahu takes credit for defeating virus.

Netanyahu’s feats merit his being Israel’s next Prime Minister

Netanyahu's achievements, including his handling of the vaccine and the peace agreements make opposing him an uphill battle. Op-ed.

Netanyahu pledges: Flights from Tel Aviv to Mecca

In interview with Arab news outlets, Netanyahu pledges to organize direct flights from Tel Aviv to Mecca for Israeli Muslims.

Bennett: I will not lend a hand to a government headed by Lapid

Yamina chairman signs a document in which he commits not to sit in a government under Yair Lapid.

Outrage against Netanyahu in Mahane Yehuda market

Shopkeepers in Jerusalem's iconic marketplace outraged after market shuttered for hours ahead of PM's planned visit - which was then nixed.

Netanyahu: Religious Zionism like a battered person

PM gives interview in which he says he is the biggest supporter of the religious Zionist community.

Netanyahu: Nationality Law isn't against Arabs

PM explains that the Nationality Law is not directed against Arabs but rather is meant to prevent illegal immigration.

Netanyahu's plan to 'erase' Bennett

Document obtained by Israel Hayom newspaper reveals how PM is planning to influence who leads the national-religious public.

Tens of thousands demonstrate against Netanyahu in Jerusalem

About 20,000 people demonstrate near PM's residence in Jerusalem.

Bennett reveals: Netanyahu offered me the Defense Minister post

Yamina chairman says he turned down Netanyahu's offer to serve as Defense Minister.

UAE lashes out: 'We won't be part of electioneering'

'UAE signed Abraham Accords for hope and opportunities, not individual leaders,' Emirati official says.

'Middle East change brought about by rise of Iran and Israel'

Netanyahu to i24NEWS: We will not have another lockdown, I will turn Israel into an economic powerhouse.

Bennett to Netanyahu: I do not work for you

Yamina chairman responds to Netanyahu's video in which Netanyahu asked Bennett to commit not to form a government with Yair Lapid.

UAE 'cold shoulders' Bibi? Peace with Israel - not its leader

In a new report, it appears the UAE was the one behind refusal to allow Netanyahu into country on election eve.

Netanyahu: 'It's either us - or a failing government'

PM Netanyahu urges Likud voters: 'I ask each and every one of you to bring three Likud members to the voting booth. It's us - or Lapid.'

Anger against Netanyahu in UAE

UAE leaders express shock PM revealed plans to invest $10 billion in Jewish State, say PM using UAE for election purposes.

'Yamina only party that can form coalition'

Candidate for Yamina party, Jeremy Saltan, says Netanyahu targeting Bennett due to his ability to replace the Prime Minister.

Report: Netanyahu tried to block Jordanian flights over Israel

According to media reports, Netanyahu tried to stop all flights from Jordan over Israeli airspace following alleged Temple Mt dispute.

Netanyahu: Four more Arab states to sign deals with Israel

In what some perceive as another campaign move by the Netanyahu team, the Prime Minister announced talks with 4 more Arab states.

Netanyahu promises: No more lockdowns

Netanyahu says Israel will not be seeing another COVID lockdown post-elections.

Netanyahu, Lapid to hold pre-election debate?

PM agrees to Yesh Atid leader's demand to hold a debate ahead of next week's election.

Bennett: My dream - a right-wing government to heal the Nation

Bennett to residents of Beit El: 'We aren't locked in on any approach - we're more worried about the country and its people.'

Netanyahu to interviewer: Take off your headphones

Prime minister angered by repeated interruptions during his remarks in interview with Ynet.

Benny Gantz calls PM Netanyahu 'trash'

Defense Minister excoriates Prime Minister Netanyahu, calling him 'that trash' - before walking back comment.

In managing the pandemic, Netanyahu resisted deadly populism

Despite criticisms leveled against him by political rivals, Benjamin Netanyahu’s COVID-19 policies have helped Israel avert disaster.Op-ed/

Bennett: My government will care for all its citizens

Bennett lashed out at Netanyahu for insisting he promise not to sit in a coalition headed by Lapid.

Report: Netanyahu family taking aim at Naftali Bennett

Netanyahu and his family reportedly pressuring Likud officials to bash Yamina chief Naftali Bennett.

Report: Netanyahu torpedoed Ashkenazi's visit to UAE

PM reportedly decided not to allow Foreign Minister to visit Dubai and Abu Dhabi because he wants to be the first to go there.

Gantz: Netanyahu not promoting relations with Jordan

Defense Minister criticizes Netanyahu's handling of last week’s spat with Jordan.

Report: Netanyahu closed Israeli airspace to flights from Jordan

PM reportedly ordered the closure of airspace for flights to Jordan following diplomatic spat.

Netanyahu supporters, detractors face off in leadup to elections

Protests, riots, and attacks reported over the weekend as Netanyahu's policies receiving increased support.

Sa'ar: Netanyahu leading Israel into a civil war

New Hope chairman blames Prime Minister Netanyahu for disruption of party event by Likud activists which included throwing of stones, eggs.

Clashes at Gideon Sa'ar's conference

Likud activists arrive at New Hope party conference attended by leader Gideon Sa'ar, clash with participants.

Netanyahu in Jerusalem restaurant: Who here votes for Bennett?

Netanyahu visits restaurant in Jerusalem's German Colony neighborhood, warns those who vote for Yamina that they are voting for Lapid.

PM Netanyahu: 'Bennett and I won't take turns as prime minister'

'We won't hold fifth elections, I won't make a rotation deal with Bennett,' PM Netanyahu promises.

Netanyahu, Ukrainian PM discuss pilgrimage to Uman

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on cooperation regarding the coronavirus.

Jordanian FM blames Netanyahu for diplomatic incident

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi: Israel reneged on an agreement with Jordan and then Netanyahu wanted to fly out of Jordan.

Netanyahu: UAE Crown Prince to invest billions in Israel

Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, tells Netanyahu he plans to invest billions of dollars in Israel.

Netanyahu visit to UAE cancelled at last minute

PMO says delay in Jordan approving flight path led to decision to cancel visit to Abu Dhabi. New date not yet set.

Report: UAE visit 'delayed' because Jordan hasn't approved route

PM Netanyahu won't travel to United Arab Emirates this week - because Jordan hasn't approved the flight route, report says.

Yesh Atid MK: We don't work for Netanyahu

MK Meir Cohen blasts Netanyahu: He will not dictate to us what we say and what we do not say.

Report: Netanyahu may meet Saudi crown prince in UAE

PM reportedly to seek to meet with Saudi leader in addition to Abu Dhabi crown prince in visit to UAE.

Behind the scenes of Netanyahu's visit to the UAE

PM sends Mossad chief to pressure UAE to invite him to visit Abu Dhabi 2 weeks before Knesset elections.

Netanyahu to make first trip to UAE tomorrow

Israeli PM to fly to Abu Dhabi Thursday, meet with Crown Prince of the UAE in historic visit to the Arab Gulf.

'Israel could be overrun by fake converts from Africa'

Netanyahu slams Supreme Court decision recognizing Reform conversions performed in Israel, says it opens door to flood of fake converts.

Sa'ar: Bibi, what are you afraid of? Come to a debate

New Hope chairman calls on Prime Minister to debate him ahead of the elections.

Netanyahu: 'With God's help, we'll vaccinate all adults'

After Israel reached 5 million vaccinations on Monday, PM Netanyahu says he hopes entire adult population gets jab by April's end.