Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu cites economic success, close ties with Biden

PM Netanyahu says he's the only one capable of leading Israel, mentions previous economic successes, deals with Gulf states, fight on Iran.

Watch: International town hall with Netanyahu in English

PM speaks with journalist Lahav Harkov at Tel Aviv International Salon Townhall on fight against COVID-19, vaccination campaign.

'I will run for Likud leadership after Netanyahu steps away'

MK Nir Barkat at Arutz Sheva studio: The US is Israel’s best strategic partner, we have to find common ground with the Biden administration.

'All adults can be vaccinated by end of April'

At event marking five million people vaccinated, PM Netanyahu says Israel will lead exit from coronavirus pandemic.

Top health official: The coronavirus is still here

Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis disputes Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s assertion that Israel has overcome the coronavirus pandemic.

Netanyahu speaks to US Vice President Harris

Vice President praises Israel's successful vaccination campaign, says US is opposed to ICC decision to investigate Israel for war crimes.

'Undiluted anti-Semitism' - Israel, US slam ICC probe

American, Israeli administrations slammed international court for launching investigation into alleged 'war crimes' by Israel.

Netanyahu slams 'outrageous' SNL vaccine joke

PM on Fox News calls Saturday Night Live joke implying Israel is not vaccinating Arab citizens 'so false.'

Austrian chancellor: World looks at Israel with admiration

PM meets with Austrian chancellor, Danish PM to discuss cooperation on production of second-generation coronavirus vaccines.

Saudi sources: We would prefer Netanyahu over Lapid

Sources close to the Saudi royal family say they admire Netanyahu and agree with his policies on Iran, fearful Yair Lapid may take over.

Netanyahu to Fox News: Coronavirus is behind Israel

PM to 'Fox & Friends': From today Israel will be known as the vaccination nation. We're the first in the world to emerge from corona.

Gantz: Netanyahu will not hesitate to fire me

Blue and White chairman warns: If we are not in the next Knesset, nothing will stop Netanyahu.

Netanyahu launches election campaign: Has anyone seen Lapid?

Prime Minister attacks Yesh Atid chairman at opening of Likud's election campaign: Lapid is hiding.

Voice analyst: Netanyahu supporters listen to how he says things

Voice analyst discusses messages relayed by leading Israeli politicians ahead of another election, says Gantz appears to be doubting self.

Netanyahu meets UAE Ambassador: We are changing the world

The two discuss the potential for developing regional and bilateral joint projects in a wide range of areas.

Ex-Likud Minister:

'Netanyahu is afraid of Gideon Sa'ar'

Ze'ev Elkin, a former confidant of Netanyahu, says new poll shows Gideon Sa'ar is viable candidate to replace PM in coming election.

Netanyahu:

'We might need to get vaccinated every six months'

Israel may continue use of Green Passports even after initial six-month period. 'COVID could come back leading to endless lockdowns.'

Meretz MK: I hope Gantz is left out of the next Knesset

MK Yair Golan says that Gantz and Netanyahu both have a long way to go before they are fit for 24th Knesset

Bahraini Crown Prince speaks to Netanyahu

Bahrain's official news agency says the conversation dealt with the negotiations on the Iranian nuclear program.

Gantz demands that vaccine sales stop

Security Minister Gantz says that Netanyahu needs th Cabinet's approval to sell vaccines.

Netanyahu to Iran: You failed 2,500 years ago, you'll fail today

Israeli political echelon coming together to present united front against any nuclear deal with Iran.

‘The Washington Post’ wants to pick Israel’s leader

‘This isn’t the first recent broadside aimed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Op-ed.

Report: Netanyahu asked Biden to keep ICC sanctions in place

Israeli officials: Netanyahu asked Biden in their first phone call to keep the sanctions imposed by Trump on ICC.

Pelosi speaks to Netanyahu

US House Speaker says she spoke to PM "to reaffirm the unbreakable bond between our nations".

Netanyahu: We will vaccinate children before summer vacation

Prime Minister says vaccination campaign will extend to children ages 12 and up after such vaccines are approved.

Elkin to Arutz Sheva: Netanyahu has crossed all the red lines

Ze'ev Elkin attacks Netanyahu's handling of Deputy Minister Fateen Mulla's secret talks with PA.

Netanyahu calls for night curfew on Purim

PM: We want to prevent what happened last Purim from happening again this year.

Evidence phase of Netanyahu trial pushed to after election

Hearings to begin on April 5, to be held 3 times a week.

Michael Oren: Netanyahu playing it safe with Biden

Frmr Israeli ambassador says Netanyahu made no mention of discussions on peace process with Biden due to 'challenges from Right.'

Netanyahu: The Green Pass is gradually opening the country

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Health Minister Yuli Edelstein visit Petah Tikva gym ahead of the opening of the sector on Sunday.

'Our position on the nuclear deal hasn't changed'

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns that a US return to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal would pave Iran’s path to nuclear weapons.

Woman who crossed into Syria lands in Israel

Netanyahu: I spoke twice with Putin, I asked for his help and he worked to return the Israeli woman who crossed the border into Syria.

Watch: Netanyahu throws snowballs as Jerusalem covered in white

With Jerusalem seeing its first real snowfall in years, PM Netanyahu joined in on the fun.

Did Netanyahu err by placing all his eggs in 'GOP basket?'

Following President Biden's phone call to Israeli PM, experts question whether Netanyahu was wrong by placing all his trust in Trump admin.

'Biden-Netanyahu friendship will strengthen our alliance'

Israeli envoy to UN and US: Strong alliance between Israel and United States was reaffirmed again in call between Netanyahu and Joe Biden.

Biden affirms commitment to Israel in call with Netanyahu

White House following conversation between Biden and Netanyahu: They discussed the importance of consultation on regional security issues.

Biden finally calls Netanyahu

One month after taking office, US President finally calls Israeli premier. The two leaders spoke for an hour.

Netanyahu meets 4 millionth vaccinated Israeli

PM calls on the 570,000 people over the age of 50 who have not been vaccinated to do so immediately.' Then we can emerge from COVID.'

'Biden wants to prove to Netanyahu there's a new boss in town'

Prof. Eytan Gilboa, an expert on US-Israel relations, does not buy the White House's explanations for Biden not yet having called Netanyahu.

PM talking to vaccine manufacturers about production in Israel

Netanyahu tells Channel 12 News he is negotiating with Moderna and Pfizer on setting up production in Israel.

Netanyahu: We'll be done with COVID if last over-50s vaccinate

PM says Israel will be first in the world to emerge from COVID crisis, no more lockdowns if last 570,000 people over 50 get vaccinated.

Netanyahu responds to Bennett: Ben Gvir won't chair committee

PM says Otzma Yehudit Chairman will not serve in his government as minister or committee chairman, but will be in coalition.

Navigating Israel’s ship of state through the Biden storm

The US will stay Israel’s closest ally, but Israel cannot concede its interests to satisfy an administration with harmful policies. Op-ed.

Netanyahu, Gantz agree on Purim restrictions

Restrictions to be placed on gatherings, prayer quorum sizes on Purim, festive meals to be limited to nuclear family.

Cyprus to open to Israelis and Israel to open to Cypriots

Netanyahu meets Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades: Thank you for Cyprus' willingness to recognize Israel's vaccination passports.

Netanyahu: Ben-Gvir will be part of our coalition

PM blasts 'hypocritical' attacks on inclusion of Otzma Yehudit in coalition, says Ben-Gvir will be in coalition - but won't have influence.

PM speaks with world leaders about coronavirus

PM Netanyahu holds telephone summits with other heads of state, hoping to widen Israel's medical resources.

Gantz: Netanyahu harmed US-Israel relations

Blue and White chairman: Very concerning that Biden hasn't called Netanyahu yet, this is the result of Israel's quarreling with the US.

'Biden is not intentionally ignoring Netanyahu'

White House press secretary Jen Psaki clarifies that Biden will speak with Netanyahu "soon".

Netanyahu and Edelstein criticize vaccine refusers

Health Minister in closed conversation: Those who are vaccinated will go to gyms, those who do not will go to the supermarket and pharmacy.

'There's no crisis between Biden and Netanyahu'

Former Ambassador Dan Shapiro explains why Biden hasn't yet called Netanyahu: He's focused on what he was elected for.

White House: Biden will call Netanyahu soon

WH Press Secretary Jen Psaki says President will speak with Israeli premier soon, but does not provide a date.

Waiting for Biden:

Still the phone does not ring

Prof. Avi Ben-Zvi says Biden is not calling Netanyahu to send a message to Israel on diplomacy with Iran.

Bennett wants a live debate with Netanyahu

Bennett: "The people don't want videos now. You'll lay out your plan, and I'll lay out mine."

Netanyahu: 'I've already made my decision on Golan Heights'

After incoming US Sec. of State fails to reassert Trump's recognition of Israel's control over Golan, Netanyahu says he's already decided.

Danny Danon: 'I didn't try to humiliate Netanyahu'

Israel's former UN ambassador explains tweet asking American president to call Prime Minister: 'Wrong choice of words.'

'Begin would not vote for today's Likud'

Blue and White chairman: If it were up to Netanyahu, he'd leave everything under lockdown in order to evade trial.

Netanyahu says he expects to speak to Biden soon

Prime Minister notes US President hasn't yet spoken to Middle East leaders, says he expects to speak with him soon.

Evidence phase of Netanyahu trial pushed to after election

Judges decide to delay beginning of evidence case in trial against PM to deal with question of how investigations were opened.

Netanyahu discusses security cooperation with Putin

Israeli PM, Russian president speak at same time as their foreign ministers hold discussion on regional issues, ties.