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Report:

Netanyahu orders firm line in Egypt talks with Hamas

Israel has reportedly allocated several days for talks with Hamas in Egypt, with fighting set to resume if no deal is reached. Netanyahu urges adherence to Trump’s plan; Hamas seeks guarantees tied to hostage release.

Netanyahu orders firm line in Egypt talks with Hamas

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'Israel's unity gives us the strength to return the hostages'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in his office in Jerusalem with a delegation of Chabad rabbis on the occasion of the holiday of Sukkot. "This unity gives us the strength to defeat our enemies and, with God's help, soon bring back all our hostages.'

'Israel's unity gives us the strength to return the hostages'

Hostage deal:

Netanyahu gets green light from Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

PM Netanyahu secured coalition support to begin the hostage deal, as Smotrich and Ben-Gvir warn they won’t tolerate a Gaza agreement that leaves Hamas intact.

Netanyahu gets green light from Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Last Week Tonight blocks Israel from video criticizing Netanyahu

The HBO comedy show Last Week Tonight, hosted by John Oliver, published an episode harshly critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the war in Gaza - while blocking access to it in Israel.

Last Week Tonight blocks Israel from video criticizing Netanyahu

During talks with Hamas

Netanyahu's commitment to bereaved families on the war

Members of the Hagvura Forum board met with the Prime Minister and urged him not to end the war without meeting all the goals and before Hamas is completely defeated.

Netanyahu's commitment to bereaved families on the war

Channel 12 journalist:

Netanyahu critics are 'a violent and embarrassing cult'

Channel 12 journalist Yaron Avraham blasts critics of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says ‘they’d rather the hostages not return,’ if it means US President Donald Trump will hurt Netanyahu politically.

Netanyahu critics are 'a violent and embarrassing cult'

Trump:

'I said, Bibi, this is your chance for victory'

President Donald Trump said Israel and Hamas are close to a deal for hostages and peace in Gaza, vowing to restore Israel’s global support and urging Netanyahu to act.

'I said, Bibi, this is your chance for victory'

Netanyahu:

Hamas will disarm, there will be no weapons in Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he hopes to announce return of all hostages during upcoming holiday, IDF will remain 'deep in Gaza.'

Hamas will disarm, there will be no weapons in Gaza

Netanyahu:

We are preparing for the immediate release of all hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues unusual late-night statement responding to US President Donald Trump's demand that Israel immediately cease bombing Gaza.

We are preparing for the immediate release of all hostages

Report

Israel's strike in Doha sowed seeds of Trump's Gaza peace plan

Israeli journalist Barak Ravid reports that Trump advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were horrified by the strike in Qatar, but saw an opportunity that became the 20-point Gaza peace plan.

Israel's strike in Doha sowed seeds of Trump's Gaza peace plan

Tech executives face backlash after meeting with Netanyahu in NY

A photo posted by Vercel CEO Guillermo Rauch with PM Netanyahu during a private meeting with leading US technology executives ignited sharp criticism online, with developers vowing to boycott his company’s Next.js software.

Tech executives face backlash after meeting with Netanyahu in NY

Netanyahu's confidant, Ron Dermer, to step down

Prime Minister Netanyahu announces at Cabinet meeting that Minister Ron Dermer, his close associate and confidant, will soon leave the government, but will continue to be around and handle a few matters.

Netanyahu's confidant, Ron Dermer, to step down

Ben Gvir criticizes Netanyahu:

'The agreement endangers Israel’s security'

Minister Ben Gvir blasts Trump’s plan at a Cabinet meeting, calling it a threat to Israel’s security and a betrayal of Gaza.

'The agreement endangers Israel’s security'

Photos:

Behind the scenes of the Netanyahu-Trump meeting in Washington

Newly released photos from the White House show Netanyahu and Trump discussing the plan to end the war, alongside a dramatic phone call with Qatar’s Prime Minister. Later, Netanyahu is seen reviewing the details of the US proposal with his team.

Behind the scenes of the Netanyahu-Trump meeting in Washington

'The right man for the job'

Govt. approves David Zini's appointment to lead the Shin Bet

The Cabinet convened to approve the appointment of Major General (Res.) David Zini as the head of the Shin Bet, following a legal opinion that confirms the appointment.

Govt. approves David Zini's appointment to lead the Shin Bet

Zohran Madmani:

'NYC should comply with arrest warrants against Netanyahu'

Zohran declared, 'I think that our city should uphold the warrants that the International Criminal Court issues, whether for Benjamin Netanyahu or Valdimir Putin.'

'NYC should comply with arrest warrants against Netanyahu'

Full letter revealed

Charlie Kirk to Netanyahu: Israel needs a new media strategy now

Slain conservative activist warned of surging antisemitism, urged Israeli leadership to revamp strategy and directly fight back on social media fronts.

Charlie Kirk to Netanyahu: Israel needs a new media strategy now

Netanyahu:

'We turned the tables and isolated Hamas'

Netanyahu sums up his US visit: “We isolated Hamas, I did not agree to a Palestinian state.”

'We turned the tables and isolated Hamas'

President Herzog:

'Trump’s Gaza proposal offers real hope'

President Herzog endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a path to ending the war, freeing hostages, and forging a new regional partnership.

'Trump’s Gaza proposal offers real hope'

'Greatest day ever in civilization'

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, shares new proposal for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

Israeli PM reportedly apologizes to Qatari counterpart for this month's strike on Hamas's leadership in Doha during his meeting with President Trump.

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

Ben Gvir's demand to PM

'Hamas defeat and full control over Gaza'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Netanyahu’s meeting with US President Donald Trump, demanding the complete dismantling of Hamas.

'Hamas defeat and full control over Gaza'

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Wounded Soldiers To PM:

'Don't stab us in the back'

Hundreds of wounded IDF soldiers wrote to the Prime Minister not to adopt a plan that would lead to ending the fighting without a decisive defeat of Hamas.

'Don't stab us in the back'

Netanyahu avoids promising sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Sources who attended a meeting with the Yesha Council said the prime minister refused to commit to a timetable for applying sovereignty.

Netanyahu avoids promising sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

They hated Jabotinsky then. They hate Netanyahu now.

Jabotnisky's heirs are not in hiding anymore and there is no British Mandate the left can sell them out to. The right won democratic elections, and the left has to accept that fact without resorting to anti-democratic violent protests where they carry signs about "saving democracy". Opinion.

They hated Jabotinsky then. They hate Netanyahu now.

'Gaps have been narrowed'

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive at Netanyahu’s New York hotel for second round of talks. Israeli official: “There’s a positive atmosphere toward reaching an agreement.” Netanyahu-Trump meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. New York time on Monday.

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Tucker Carlson:

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

The influential right-wing U.S. media figure is calling on President Trump to distance himself from Netanyahu and claiming that Netanyahu has been telling people he controls the US President.

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

Yehoshua Shani to Netanyahu:

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Gevura Forum chairman Yehoshua Shani calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu not to yield to American pressure for a deal that would harm Israel's interests.

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Netanyahu on Fox News:

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel is working with President Trump’s team to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, disarm Hamas, and free Israeli hostages.

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Hostage's aunt:

'Being cautiously optimistic'

Chana Cohen, aunt of Inbar Hyman, murdered in Hamas captivity, shared her difficult feelings on PM's speech and Trump's plan, 'Netanyahu did not even mention their names at the UN.'

'Being cautiously optimistic'

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

'You have no mandate to end the war without defeating Hamas'

National Security Minister Ben Gvir in a post on X after Shabbat: “Mr. Prime Minister, you have no mandate to end the war without a complete defeat of Hamas.”

'You have no mandate to end the war without defeating Hamas'

Eric Adams stands with Israel after meeting with Netanyahu

After meeting PM Netanyahu post-UN speech, NYC Mayor Adams reaffirms strong support for Israel, citing its right to defend itself and calling out global silence on antisemitism and hostages.

Eric Adams stands with Israel after meeting with Netanyahu

Hostage families to Netanyahu:

'Words without action are meaningless'

Hostage families denounce Netanyahu’s UN speech, accusing him of endangering captives and ignoring murdered hostages. They urge immediate action and support President Trump’s call to end the war.

'Words without action are meaningless'

Netanyahu at UN General Assembly: 'A Palestinian state? Madness'

Netanyahu addressed the hostages in Hebrew via loudspeakers set up in Gaza, 'Our heroic brothers, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is speaking, we have not forgotten you. The entire nation is with you. And we will not be silent until we bring you all home,' adding 'Giving the Palestinians a state adjacent to Jerusalem is like giving al-Qaeda a state adjacent to New York.'

Netanyahu at UN General Assembly: 'A Palestinian state? Madness'

Despite PM's specific orders:

Photos indicate IDF placing loudspeakers 4-5 km deep in Gaza

PM responds to claim, 'PM has instructed civilian agencies, in cooperation with the IDF, to place loudspeakers on trucks on Israeli side of the Gaza border only, but photos indicate IDF placing loudspeakers 4-5 km deep in Gaza.'

Photos indicate IDF placing loudspeakers 4-5 km deep in Gaza

Aryeh Eldad:

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Former MK Prof. Aryeh Eldad claims Trump was doing Netanyahu a conscious favor when he said he would not allow Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

PMO's orders

Will Netanyahu's speech be broadcast in Gaza?

The Prime Minister's Office has approached the IDF in recent days and requested that loudspeakers be placed inside Gaza to broadcast Netanyahu's speech at the UN General Assembly to the Gazans.

Will Netanyahu's speech be broadcast in Gaza?

Dagan to Netanyahu

'No more October 7s—apply sovereignty'

Samaria Council chairman calls on PM Netanyahu to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria despite Trump's opposition to 'annexation.'

'No more October 7s—apply sovereignty'

Disclosed:

Palestinian move planned during Prime Minister's speech

Palestinian delegation appeals to countries at UN, asking them to boycott PM Netanyahu's speech. Ambassador Danon: 'Israel's voice will be heard loudly and clearly at the UN, we will not allow supporters of terror to hide the truth.'

Palestinian move planned during Prime Minister's speech

In New York

Netanyahu strengthens ties with Serbia and Paraguay

Netanyahu meets with Serbia's Vučić and Paraguay's Peña in New York to boost ties and thank them for supporting Israel’s fight against terror and efforts to free hostages held by Hamas.

Netanyahu strengthens ties with Serbia and Paraguay

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

Netanyahu to Supreme Court:

Petitions against Ben-Gvir are unfounded

In a preliminary response, the government told the Supreme Court that dismissing Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is solely the Prime Minister’s authority and urged the petitions be rejected.

Petitions against Ben-Gvir are unfounded

Yossi Dagan asks

'Has Netanyahu abandoned sovereignty?'

Samaria Council Chairman warns amid growing international recognition of 'Palestine' that "Even after the ‘political tsunami,’ the Prime Minister has still not put sovereignty on the table.'

'Has Netanyahu abandoned sovereignty?'

Netanyahu departs for US:

'I will speak truth, I will condemn those who support terrorists'

Netanyahu takes off for visit to the US, during which he will address the UN General Assembly and meet Trump: "I will discuss with Trump the need to complete the war's objectives."

'I will speak truth, I will condemn those who support terrorists'

PM's Office confirms:

Negotiations with Syria underway

The office of Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed talks on a security agreement with Syria this evening (Wednesday) and clarified Israel's demands from the Syrians.

Negotiations with Syria underway

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'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message:

'Israel will always be your home'

In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.

'Israel will always be your home'

Despite pressure on the right

Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Israel is weighing partial sovereignty in Judea and Samaria after UK, Australia, and Canada recognized a Palestinian state; Netanyahu to consult President Donald Trump.

Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Netanyahu responds:

There will be no Palestinian state, we will respond soon

PM Netanyahu blasted the UK, Australia, and Canada for recognizing a Palestinian state, vowing it 'will not be created west of the Jordan' and pledging to strengthen Judea and Samaria.

There will be no Palestinian state, we will respond soon

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'Progress in talks with Syria'

At the beginning of the cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said that Israel is holding talks with Syria, but emphasized that there remains 'a long way to go.'

'Progress in talks with Syria'

Shouting match erupts in heated Cabinet meeting

Late-night Diplomatic-Security Cabinet meeting erupts into confrontation over Red Cross visits for jailed terrorists, as PM Netanyahu accuses Ben Gvir of leaking, and Hanegbi and Ben Gvir exchange barbs.

Shouting match erupts in heated Cabinet meeting

Adams to meet Netanyahu, slams rival's call to arrest him

Mayor Eric Adams announces he will meet with PM Netanyahu when he visits New York for the UN General Assembly, rejects Mamdani’s “reckless” threat to arrest him.

Adams to meet Netanyahu, slams rival's call to arrest him

Mossad Chief:

'The Mossad has phenomenal capabilities in Iran'

Award ceremony highlights Mossad’s pivotal role in landmark operations including 'Operation Rising Lion' and the elimination of threats on Israel’s northern front.

'The Mossad has phenomenal capabilities in Iran'

The Marker list:

Netanyahu, Smotrich named among most influential people in 2025

The Marker published a list of the most influential people in 2025, with Prime Minister Netanyahu in third and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in fourth.

Netanyahu, Smotrich named among most influential people in 2025

WSJ report: Trump is 'frustrated' with Netanyahu

Sources close to US President Donald Trump report frustration at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's preference for military action instead of diplomatic negotiations, WSJ claims.

WSJ report: Trump is 'frustrated' with Netanyahu

Netanyahu denounces rumors of Israeli involvement in Kirk murder

Prime Minister Netanyahu gave a video address today calling rumors that Israel was involved in the assassination of Charlie Kirk 'insane.'

Netanyahu denounces rumors of Israeli involvement in Kirk murder

Netanyahu hails Fiji PM: 'You were a soldier of peace'

At the embassy opening in Jerusalem, Netanyahu lauds Fiji’s values and support, telling Prime Minister Rabuka: 'Welcome to our house... the house of the people of Fiji.'

Netanyahu hails Fiji PM: 'You were a soldier of peace'

PM meets Fijian PM ahead of opening of Fiji's Jerusalem embassy

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today, at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, hosted Fijian Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.

PM meets Fijian PM ahead of opening of Fiji's Jerusalem embassy

Attacking Israel's Prime Minister:

The West's new socially acceptable way to hate Jews

It is fair to criticize Bibi, but a number of Israeli figures have latched on to anti-Israel attempts to discredit Bibi, no matter what the cost to the Jewish State. Traitors like Ehud Olmert would gladly see Israel crumble so long as they get their share of the ruins. Opinion.

The West's new socially acceptable way to hate Jews