Benjamin Netanyahu

Poll: Lapid tops Netanyahu, PM's approval rating at 35%

The Likud would lose to Yesh Atid if elections were held today, poll says, with PM's approval rating underwater at just 35%.

Netanyahu thanks Britain for changing position

Prime Minister Netanyahu opens weekly cabinet meeting with British PM Theresa May and change in Albion's position in UN debate.

Coalition chairman: If Kahlon doesn't cave, we'll have elections

Coalition Chairman Bitan says if Finance Minister Kahlon doesn't agree to compromise, he'll force new elections.

'Trump never demanded Israel limit settlement construction'

Senior government official says reports claiming Trump envoy Greenblatt asked Netanyahu to restrict 'settlement' construction are false.

The Religious Zionist whipping boy

Why Religious Zionism, which identifies with the Jewish State heart and soul, continues to be mistreated blatantly.

Netanyahu: Britain, Israel facing same terror threat

Prime Minister condemns London attack, says Israelis were first to face this type of terrorism.

Trump asked Israel to stop building outside 'blocs'

Trump envoy Jason Greenblatt asked Israel to cease building in communities located outside so-called “settlement blocs”, sources say.

Chinese President calls for Palestinian state

During meeting with Netanyahu, Chinese President calls for peace between Israel and an independent Palestinian state.

Netanyahu: No restrictions on building in Jerusalem

PM says Israel continuing cooperation with Russia on Syria, US not asking for construction freeze in Jerusalem.

China declares 'innovation partnership' with Israel

Netanyahu meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping, discusses technological cooperation between the two countries.

Barak: Netanyahu is weak and fearful of his interrogations

Former Prime Minister says PM Netanyahu wants new elections because of investigations against him and disagreements with US.

Netanyahu insists: Broadcasting corporation unnecessary

Likud source close to PM clarifies he maintains opinion no need to establish corporation, no point in allowing to proceed.

Herzog: Netanyahu acting irrationally

Zionist Union head Yitzhak Herzog says he's establishing "Zionist, centrist, rational bloc" to replace Netanyahu with or without elections.

'The future belongs to those countries who can innovate'

PM Netanyahu speaks in China at meeting of Israeli, Chinese, businessmen, says China-Israel marriage is 'made in Heaven.'

Deri warns against elections

Shas chairman: Netanyahu will bear the consequences if he chooses to go to early elections.

Israel expects to reach understanding with Trump White House

Netanyahu's chief of staff leaves for Washington to continue talks with Trump administration over Israeli policy in Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu's cruel game

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is callously playing with IBA employees feelings. Possible reasons for move are worrying. Commentary.

Regev: Broadcasting corporation conceived in sin

Culture Minister Regev explains why she believes corporation should close, demands coalition partners honor agreements.

'There's no reason to hold new elections'

Transportation Minister Katz says there are several issues which need to be dealt with, current issue does not justify new elections.

'I call on everyone to act responsibly and prevent elections'

Education Minister Bennett calls on coalition members to prevent new elections which would 'harm Israel's economy.'

'Meeting on Shabbat is absolutely unacceptable'

UTJ MKs slam Netanyahu for holding meeting on Shabbat, say government 'can have no success' if Shabbat is violated.

Netanyahu: If we don't agree, we'll have new elections

Netanyahu holds Likud meeting, says ball is in Kahlon's court; Kahlon speaks with opposition leader Herzog about replacing Netanyahu.

'We'll continue to prevent weapons transfers to Hezbollah'

Netanyahu responds to airstrikes in Syria, stresses that Israel has a very clear policy.

Likud Minister: Bennett trying to gain political capital

Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely attacks Education Minister: 'Shame such an important subject became a populist and political debate.'

Will we yet miss Obama?

'Negotiations may stretch out a long time. Netanyahu is Mister Status Quo, always preferring non-action because it least threatens his rule'

'If Netanyahu won't build our town, we'll do it ourselves'

Amona evictees say replacement town promised by PM will be built, one way or another.

Iranian Jewish lawmaker blasts Netanyahu

Jewish member of Iran’s parliament calls Netanyahu "insane vampire" over his comments that Iran seeks the annihilation of the Jews.

'Netanyahu is cooking up a Palestinian state'

Jewish Home MK Smotrich warns that Netanyahu is drawing up a diplomatic move that will result in Palestinian state.

The sanguine, vainglorious march to failure

What's missing in Netanyahu's conduct is political sophistication - the type that exists among the Palestinian Arabs. Opinion.

'Netanyahu remained true to his word to Amona evictees'

Sources close to Prime Minister say Netanyahu pushed replacement town in Samaria during talks with Trump's special envoy, Jason Greenblatt.

Netanyahu slams paper's 'malicious defamations'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and his wife appeared in court in their libel case against Yediot Aharonot journalist Yigal Sarna.

Netanyahu on Iran: Who are they kidding?

PM fires back at Iran’s Foreign Minister who accused him of “falsifying the Torah”.

German media list Netanyahu as 'dictator'

Israeli embassy in Germany angered after two newspapers say Netanyahu is one of seven "looniest dictators".

Iranian Speaker: Netanyahu doesn't know history

Iranian Parliament Speaker rejects Netanyahu comparison between contemporary Iran and ancient Persians.

Judge orders Netanyahu to attend court hearing

Judge Azariya Alkelai orders Netanyahu couple to attend cross examination over libel case they submitted against journalist Yigal Sarna.

Sheldon Adelson to be questioned in PM probe?

Police seek to question American billionare supporter of PM Netanyahu in corruption investigation against PM.

Bennett preparing for national leadership with Likud merger

Naftali Bennett intends to merge with Likud before election in order to thwart Yair Lapid's rise in the polls.

Britain's Johnson visits Israel, Arab leaders

British Foreign Minister to meet with Netanyahu, Abbas, and possibly leftist NGO 'Peace Now.'

Expert: PM aims to block Hezbollah enclave in Syria

In his coming meeting with Putin, Netanyahu looks to block Hezbollah from maintaining a presence in Syria.

Netanyahu to be interrogated Monday

Police to interrogate Prime Minister for fourth time over alleged gifts he received and conversations with publisher of Israeli newspaper.

Solution for Amona residents on the way?

Prime Minister acknowledges obligations to evicted former residents of Amona, says a solution will be found.

Netanyahu made offer to Herzog, then backtracked

Report claims Netanyahu offered Herzog unity government to advance peace talks, then backtracked.

Barak: Prime Minister deceptive and cowardly

Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak attacks 'Bibi's ignominy,' calls to topple Netanyahu government.

'Building a new town is as necessary as eating'

Amona resident begins hunger strike until government fulfills promise to build new community for now-homeless families.

Netanyahu: We expect Europe to condemn anti-Semitism

Netanyahu thanks Trump for condemning recent anti-Semitism, urges leaders in Europe to do the same.

Amona HQ announces hunger strike

'Demolition follows demolition.The promises are meaningless,' say Amona leaders disappointed by government's failure to fulfill commitments.

Trending: Australian man shouts 'free Palestine' at Netanyahu

In his recent visit to Australia, protesters confront Israeli Prime Minister.

The Trump Challenge - a peace process that works

Hamas rejects international forces in Gaza

Hamas rejects Netanyahu's proposal to send international forces to Gaza as part of future peace agreement.

PM to Ministers: No leaks about Trump talk

New report finds that Netanyahu took extra steps to prevent leaks related to his talks with Trump over Judea and Samaria policy.

The letter Sara Netanyahu received

Netanyahu and First Lady visit 'Moriah' Jewish school in Sydney with Australian Prime Minister.

Watch: Netanyahu meets with Australian PM and his Cabinet

Netanyahu and Turnbull meet 'to discuss the wide range of opportunities' for cooperation between Israel and Australia.

Watch: Netanyahu greeted by Sydney's Jewish community

'Your Prime Minister is the greatest friend of Israel," Netanyahu tells Jewish community of Sydney.

'Israel must not waste Trump's presidency'

Former consul Yoram Ettinger urges Netanyahu to take advantage of Trump’s time in office to carry out meaningful moves.

'Israel and Singapore are kindred spirits'

Netanyahu thanks Singapore PM for warm welcome, says he's impressed, wants to learn how Singapore handles housing.

Barak: The fiasco of Netanyahu is exposed

Former Prime Minister blasts PM Netanyahu over report he rejected peace initiative of John Kerry.

Netanyahu, Trump, agree to create Judea and Samaria 'team'

Netanyahu speaks about Trump, Pence meetings, says US-Israel connection is seeing 'a new day,' forms team to deal with Judea and Samaria.

Public Security Minister: No reason to limit thousands of Jews

Gilad Erdan says Trump's request to 'hold back a bit' could have meant 2-3 days, no reason not to allow Jews to build.

Netanyahu to fly to Singapore and Australia

Netanyahu to update government on US meetings, travel to Singapore on Sunday.

Revealed: Kerry offered Netanyahu regional peace plan

Haaretz reveals Netanyahu took part in a secret summit in Jordan in 2017, where Kerry presented plan for regional peace initiative.