Benjamin Netanyahu

Lapid on ceasefire:

'Netanyahu cheated Israel and its partners'

Opposition leaders lash out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the Iran ceasefire a failure and accusing him of mismanagement and deception.

Netanyahu:

Ceasefire is temporary, Israel ready to resume war

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel achieved major gains against Iran but warns the war is not over and operations could resume at any moment.

Netanyahu:

Two-week ceasefire does not include Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs President Trump’s pause on Iran strikes, stressing it hinges on Tehran’s actions and excludes Lebanon.

Netanyahu to Trump: Do not rush into a ceasefire

Prime Minister expresses concern in a conversation with the US President about a potential ceasefire with the regime in Tehran. Trump makes clear he will not compromise on the full handover of all enriched uranium.

In small groups

Students to return to schools and kindergartens on Sunday

Prime Minister Netanyahu approves Education Minister Yoav Kisch’s position: Classes for students aged 0-8 will resume nationwide on Sunday, subject to approval by the Home Front Command and decisions by local authority heads.

Netanyahu:

'We are systematically dismantling the IRGC's money machine'

The Prime Minister made it clear that the campaign against Iran has moved to a phase of destroying national infrastructure and systematically eliminating senior regime officials.

Netanyahu:

'Trump thanked Israel for helping rescue downed pilot'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks with President Trump, says Trump thanked Israel for its critical assistance in the daring operation to rescue a US pilot downed in Iran.

Netanyahu:

'Prayer is as important as protests'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the Supreme Court's decision to allow demonstrations in Tel Aviv, noting there are restrictions on prayer at the Western Wall during the Passover holiday.

Netanyahu: All Israelis rejoice in rescue of the American pilot

Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulates President Trump on the successful rescue of the American crew member, saying it 'reinforces the sacred principle: No one is left behind.'

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'We have inflicted 10 plagues on Iran's axis of evil'

Prime Minister Netanyahu delivers a statement to the nation on the war with Iran and Hezbollah on the eve of Passover.

Netanyahu:

'Trump understood Iran nuclear threat decades ago'

In interview with Newsmax, PM Netanyahu credits President Trump with recognizing Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and delivery systems long before others, says Iran war is "beyond the halfway point".

Antisemitism:

Politico pulls cartoon depicting bloodied Trump and Netanyahu

Politico forced to remove a controversial cartoon depicting a blood-soaked President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a doomed "Amalek" ship headed toward Iran, after accusations of antisemitism.

Death Penalty for Terrorists Bill

Netanyahu to vote in favor, will MK Maoz support?

Netanyahu announces he will vote in favor of the death penalty for terrorists. His statement may pave the way for support from Yisrael Beytenu, which has made its backing conditional on his personal participation. MK Avi Maoz is awaiting instructions from his rabbi.

Election poll:

Likud on top as Bennett gains ground

Channel 13 poll shows Likud at 25 seats, Bennett at 18, with Netanyahu’s bloc short of a majority and Arab parties potentially holding balance.

Netanyahu to northern leaders

'Determined to fundamentally change the situation in Lebanon'

In a meeting with the leaders of the communties of northern Israel, the Prime Minister declared that the security zone in Lebanon will be expanded to remove the anti-tank threat from the northern communities.

After racists remarks leaked

Prime Minister's spokesman steps down

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesman, Ziv Agmon, claimed the racist remarks were taken out of context, but still announced his resignation.

Report

PM ordered maximum damage to Iran's arms industry in 48 hours

Netanyahu responded to the reports of talks between the US and Iran by ordering the destruction of as much of Iran's arms industry as possible within 48 hours, the New York Times reports.

Government approves massive aid package for frontline communities

Government approves proposal by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, to provide 110m in aid for northern communities, communities hit by missile strikes.

Newsom walks back 'apartheid' label for Israel, slams Netanyahu

California Governor Gavin Newsom expresses regret for using the word “apartheid" to describe Israel, while reiterating his strong opposition to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership.

Citing national security needs

Minister Eliyahu recommends Netanyahu pardon

In an official document to the President, Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu recommends granting a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing security, national, and public considerations.

Embarrassing remarks by PM's acting chief of staff revealed

Recordings of Netanyahu aide Ziv Agmon spark outrage over racist remarks and attacks on Likud figures, prompting calls for his dismissal.

The call that changed the decision on Iran

Reuters reports: less than 48 hours before the start of the war, Netanyahu spoke with Trump and presented him with an opportunity to strike the Iranian leadership.

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'Israel's interests will be preserved even with an agreement'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded for the first time to President Trump’s statement regarding efforts to end the war. “We will safeguard our interests."

Arad Mayor to Arutz Sheva:

'The Prime Minister was stunned by the miracle'

The mayor of Arad speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News about dealing with the damage from the missile hit in his city and about Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the city.

'Iran must be protected'

Pahlavi urges Israel and US to spare civilian infrastructure

Exiled crown prince urges US, Israel to strike regime targets while preserving civilian infrastructure amid escalating Iran-Israel attacks

Netanyahu in Arad:

'Iran has the whole world in its sights'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the scene of a recent missile strike in Arad, where he accused Iran of escalating attacks against civilians and warned that the threat now extends far beyond Israel.

Heritage Minister announces:

Legal opinion for Netanyahu's pardon completed

Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu announces completion of legal opinion on pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says it will be presented 'as soon as possible' to President Isaac Herzog.

Netanyahu:

'Iran can no longer enrich uranium, build ballistic missiles'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers an update to the media on the ongoing war with Iran, says that he is "proud" of Israelis' resilience in the war.

Netanyahu to Iranians:

'Celebrate, we're watching from above'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Iranian people from the Air Force command center at the Kirya with a message for the festival of Nowruz.

Watch

Amb. Huckabee meets Netanyahu: I wanted to make sure you're alive

Ambassador Mike Huckabee meets with Israel's Premier, who assures the ambassador that he is still among the living.

Netanyahu reveals: “There are many more surprises"

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the assassination of senior Iranian regime officials and said that Israel continues to work to undermine the regime: "There are still many surprises."

The real star of Netanyahu's video

While Netanyahu was supposed to be the focus of a video posted on social media, a barista with a charming smile stole the show and the hearts of social media users around the world.

Netanyahu's dead?

Netanyahu begs to differ

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mocked viral online claims that he is dead and that a recent video of him was AI-generated.

Herzog breaks silence amid pardon controversy for Netanyahu

President Isaac Herzog on President Trump's attacks on him regarding PM Netanyahu pardon, 'This is not a political and legal dispute, but a blatant attack on the symbols of government and sovereignty of the State of Israel.'

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'No guarantee Iranian regime will fall'

PM Netanyahu holds first press conference since the start of the war with Iran, calls the new supreme leader a 'puppet' of the IRGC.

Pardons Department

Doubts whether the President can pardon Netanyahu

An opinion from the Pardons Department at the Ministry of Justice states that there is doubt about the President's authority to pardon Netanyahu and warns of a breach of public trust.

'Weak and pathetic'

Trump calls out Herzog over Netanyahu pardon

Trump debated Herzog's claim that he needs to wait for a legal opinion before pardoning the Prime Minister and said that he alone has to decide on the matter.

'Be ready to act'

Netanyahu's message to the Iranian people

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Iranians to seize a 'historic opportunity' to overthrow the regime, saying that in the coming days, 'we will create the conditions for you to grasp your destiny.'

Netanyahu, Smotrich declare

Draft Law will not advance, Budget approval to be accelerated

The Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance issued a joint statement regarding the state budget and clarified that some of the planned benefits will be canceled - due to the cost of the war.

Netanyahu at Ashdod Port:

Despite war, 'the economy is going full throttle'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Transportation Minster Regev tour Ashdod Port and declared that trade remains open the economy is strengthening.

Netanyahu:

'Our main objective is to enable Iranians to throw off tyranny'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, yesterday evening was briefed by Health Ministry Director-General Moshe Bar Siman Tov, on the healthcare system's activities during the campaign.

During war with Iran:

During war with Iran: police tried twice to question Netanyahu

District court upholds state appeal against Yonatan Urich, reveals police tried twice to question Netanyahu during Operation Roaring Lion.

MK Akram Hasson:

'Israel a major power, Trump cannot succeed without Netanyahu'

MK Akram Hasson says Israel surpasses Russia and many European countries in strength and defense, praises Netanyahu’s ties with Pres. Trump, notes Trump could win Nobel Peace Prize after dismantling Iran.

Trump:

'Iran would have destroyed Israel without me and Netanyahu'

Trump says ending the war with Iran will be a “mutual" decision with Netanyahu, praises their partnership, and claims Iran would have destroyed Israel without their leadership.

Trump on Netanyahu pardon: I’m all for Bibi

President Donald Trump says he is “all for Bibi" when asked by Channel 14 News about a pardon for the Prime Minister and possibly sanctioning top Israeli judicial officials.

Netanyahu-Bin Zayed call

Full plan to return Israelis from the UAE

Israel’s Ministry of Transportation approved overnight (Sunday) the framework to evacuate Israelis from the Gulf free of charge, following a conversation between the leaders of Israel and the United Arab Emirates.

Herzog responds to Trump:

'Netanyahu pardon bound by Israeli law'

President Herzog says any decision on pardoning Netanyahu must follow Israeli law, stressing that wartime halts proceedings and that he will await legal opinions before acting.

Berale Crombie:

Netanyahu - one of the greatest leaders of the free world

I am certain that when I tell my grandchildren that I had the privilege of working with this man, it will be one of the most meaningful things I will ever be able to tell them. Op-ed.

Netanyahu to Iranians:

The moment of truth is approaching!

Israeli Prime Minister turns to Iranian people, asking them to free themselves from the despotism, stressing, 'It depends on you.'

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Netanyahu meets American pilots who struck Iran

During a visit at a southern Israel airbase, the Prime Minister met with Israeli and American pilots participating in the operation against Iran.

'Disgrace'

Trump launches fierce attack on President Herzog

President Trump claimed that the Israeli President promised to pardon Prime Minister Netanyahu and demanded he do so immediately, so as not to distract from the war against Iran.

Macron to Netanyahu:

Refrain from launching a ground offensive in Lebanon

French president urges Hezbollah to halt attacks, calls on Israel to avoid ground offensive and return to ceasefire agreement.

Before strike

Report: Netanyahu alerted Trump to chance to target Khamenei

Axios report says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu alerted President Trump to intelligence showing Iran’s Supreme Leader and advisers meeting in Tehran, prompting strike that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

At site of 2008 massacre

Netanyahu listens to Megillah at Merkaz Harav

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his wife, Sara, and son, Yair, attend a Purim Megillah reading at Merkaz Harav Yeshiva library, where a terrorist murdered eight students.

'Such spirit is unfathomable'

Netanyahu visits victims of missile strike

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited victims injured in the Iranian rocket strike in Beit Shemesh, remarking on Israelis' spirit and resilience.

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'We are roaring, and we are operating'

Prime Minister Netanyahu at Palmachim Airbase: "We continue to strike Iran with great force. Our pilots are in the skies over Tehran and also in the skies over Lebanon. Hezbollah made a very grave mistake when it attacked us."

Likud sources: Netanyahu planning snap elections after war

Senior Likud officials say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu planning to hold elections in June if Iran war is successful.

Netanyahu to Fox News:

'Iran's unchanged behavior forced urgent action'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses the necessity of joint US-Israeli action on Iran in an interview with Fox News, explaining that Iran continued its nuclear ambitions after previous strikes, forcing urgent intervention.

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'The moment of decision for the regime in Tehran is approaching'

PM Netanyahu visited the disaster site in Beit Shemesh and emphasized that the bombings in Iran aim to remove an existential threat. "If they have nuclear weapons, they will endanger humanity."

On the roof of the Kirya

Netanyahu pledges: Intensity of strikes will only grow

Standing on the roof of the military headquarters in the heart of Tel Aviv, the Prime Minister says that the combined US-Israeli forces 'enables us to strike the terrorist regime decisively.'