Reuven Rivlin

Japan's business leaders come to learn Israeli 'chutzpah'

In a sign of ever growing bond, Japan Association of Corporate Executives picks Israel as first destination to learn key to innovation.

Rivlin considering clemency for Katzav

President Rivlin to weigh granting clemency to Katzav over declining health.

Rivlin, Netanyahu meet after PM's Russia trip

Both dignitaries wish Israel a happy Passover with unity and security.

Watch: President Rivlin sells chametz to Chief Rabbi

President Rivlin sells all of the chametz in his residence to Rabbi Shlomo Amar, Jerusalem’s Chief Sephardic Rabbi, ahead of Passover.

Rivlin: If Abbas is serious, I am ready to meet with him

During a meeting with Czech Foreign Minister, President Rivlin discussed a possible meeting to negotiate with the Palestinians.

Rivlin to Greek Pres: 'Greeks, Israelis have always been close'

Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos: 'We won't allow expressions of hatred between people, which is the source of racism, anti-Semitism.'

Rivlin: Israel very concerned over ISIS threat to Turkish Jews

In talks with Turkish Jewish leader, Israeli president is first official to comment on reports of ISIS plans to massacre Jewish children.

Rivlin meets Chinese VP amid strenthening Israel-China ties

Chinese delegation in Israel as ties deepen. President Rivlin: 'Our two countries are known for our abilities in cyber, innovation.'

Watch: 'People in Judea-Samaria make things with their hearts'

View Arutz Sheva’s exclusive coverage of a Lev Haolam event aimed at helping businesses in Judea and Samaria.

Purim gifts from the First Couple

President Reuven Rivlin and First Lady Nechama make surprise visit to their neighbors to deliver mishlochei manot.

'As a European I am deeply ashamed' of BDS

Supporters from around the world help Israeli businesses in Judea, Samaria combat 'anti-Semitic' BDS targeting of Israelis.

Rivlin to Belgian King: We must unite against terror, not Islam

President Reuven Rivlin sent a condolence letter to Belgium's King Philippe: 'Sadly we, in Israel, are no strangers to the horror and grief'

Erdogan sends condolence letter to Rivlin

Turkish President sends letter to Israeli counterpart to express condolences for death of three Israelis in Istanbul attack.

Netanyahu on Istanbul attack: No proof Israelis were targeted

Prime Minister Netanyahu comments on attack that killed 3 Israelis. Says intelligence officials are investigating all possibilities.

'We felt Putin is loyal to Israel's security'

Rivlin meets Russian PM about expanding ties, as his director reveals details of meeting with Putin the day before.

Russia to complete Syria withdrawal within days

Russia's recently announced withdrawal from Syria will be completed in 2-3 days. Russia will retain air and naval bases.

Israel presents red lines to Russia on Golan, Iran

President Rivlin met with Putin on Wednesday, outlining Israel's concerns as Russia prepares to remove its forces from Syria.

Rivlin, Putin discuss common fight against extreme Islam

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts Israeli President Reuven Rivlin. Rivlin: 'We also know how to deal with terror, fundamentalism.'

Biden to Rivlin: 'US resoundingly condemns terrorist violence'

President Rivlin hosts US Vice President Joe Biden. Both talk about need to stand strong against terror.

Rivlin thanks Romania for steps to educate about the Holocaust

President Reuven Rivlin hosts state dinner in honor of visiting Romanian President Klaus Iohannis.

'Eliyav was a man of great faith'

President Rivlin visits family of IDF officer killed by friendly fire during stabbing attack; 'We know we must live by the sword.'

President Rivlin hails close ties in meeting with Bulgarian PM

Two countries' close ties hailed, as Rivlin recalls how Bulgarian King saved Jews during the Holocaust, cooperation against terror today.

Israel welcomes first Egyptian ambassador since 2012

Credentials of new Egyptian envoy Hazem Ahdy Khairat accepted by President Rivlin, signaling warming of ties with Cairo.

MK Zahalka asks to visit President's residence, Rivlin refuses

President's residence tells Balad head that he is unwanted guest after meeting with, supporting families of terrorists.

Watch: Netanyahu welcomes Israel's 'leading' African ally

Kenyan President makes state visit and signs cooperation treaties, as two countries vow to fight 'militant Islamic terror' together.

Last survivor of Treblinka laid to rest

Polish President and President Rivlin eulogize Samuel Willenberg for his 'spirit, heroism and Jewish courage.

Rivlin: Israel shouldn't be partisan issue in American election

President Reuven Rivlin addresses Conference of Presidents, says Israel should not become a divisive topic in this American election season.

Rivlin: A man stops to buy groceries and is taken forever

Rivlin following Sha'ar Binyamin attack: We'll respond forcefully. Minister Ariel: Deport the terrorists' families.

Rivlin receives 'Ketzaleh Report' on growth in Judea and Samaria

Report authored by former National Union chairman finds population in Judea and Samaria increased by 4.6% in 2015.

Slomiansky cancels 'expulsion law' discussion

Following harsh criticism and Knesset Speaker's disapproval, Constitution Committee head cancels meeting on proposed draft.

Non-political? Rivlin bashes bill to suspend terror MKs

Despite holding supposedly apolitical role as president, Rivlin slams Knesset's 'overstepping' democracy, calls for a 'liberal right.'

74 years since the assassination of ‘Yair’ Stern

'He fought to the bitter end and touched thousands of hearts’ says President Rivlin at memorial event to heroic Irgun leader.

Rivlin slams France for 'going above our heads'

President urges Foreign Ministry to defend Israel against French threats to recognize 'Palestine'; PM predicts French will 'sober up.'

'Shlomit - a girl so full of joy, and so active'

President Reuven Rivlin pays condolence visit in Shadmot Mehola to family of Beit Horon stab victim Shlomit Krigman.

Eichmann's unpublished request for pardon

Eichmann pleaded to Israel for clemency 2 days before he was executed, said he 'does not feel guilty.'

Rivlin denies accusing 'sons of my nation' of terrorism

President Rivlin denies allegations that he said 'the sons of my nation chose terrorism' - but points accusatory finger at silent majority.

Akunis: Incitement spurred 'animals' behind stabbing attack

Israel's President and Science Minister condemn stabbing in Beit Horon, blame ongoing Palestinian incitement for 4-month long terror wave.

'She believed love is more powerful than hatred'

President Reuven Rivlin pays condolence visit to family of terror victim Dafna Meir, and has moving chat with her widower, Natan.

Netanyahu: We will remain in Israel forever

As Knesset celebrates 67th year, Rivlin call for understanding between Knesset members and PM stresses 'no one will displace us.'

Rivlin: The Islamic State is already here, within Israel

Rivlin addressed the INSS conference stressing the need for law enforcement to isolate and firmly handle violent Arab extremists.

'She defended her 3 children who were in the home'

Har Hevron regional head promises that after Dafna Meir's murder 'we will only grow'; Rivlin calls to offer condolences.

President pays condolence visit to family of Ganedi Kofman

Family of terror victim urge Rivlin to return security to Hevron-Kiryat Arab month after Ganedi Kofman stabbed near Cave of the Patriarchs.

'Conflict here not a war against religion, but against hate'

Rivlin meets with Christian leaders in Israel ahead of New Years' to emphasize Israel's value of free speech, religion.

'Ukraine stands with the State of Israel'

Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko draws commonalities in Jewish, Ukrainian struggles for independence during state visit.

Rivlin hosts Bar Mitzvah event for child victims of terror

We pay a price for our being Jews, President Rivlin tells 58 child terror victims who are celebrating their Bar Mitzvah.

Former MK: 'If I was the President, I'd resign'

Former MK 'Cheetah' Cohen calls on President Rivlin to speak openly about Breaking the Silence's role in conference.

Opposition leader refuses to step down from Knesset podium

Knesset discussion on poverty turns fiery as Herzog unleashes fury on Prime Minister for not condemning 'incitement' against Rivlin.

Fledgling Channel 20 under fire for attacking President Rivlin

MKs Herzog, Livni, shocked by nationalist channel's harsh criticism of President over Haaretz conference.

'Rivlin gave anti-Israel boycott groups a kosher sign'

Journalist David Bedein slams president for taking part in radical leftist conference abroad, undermining Israel's anti-BDS campaign.

Rivlin speaks at Haaretz conference

'The IDF is the most moral army in the world,' says president, noting the presence of 'Breaking the Silence.'

MKs ask Rivlin to stay away from Haaretz conference

At last minute, five MKs from Kulanu and Likud ask Rivlin not to grant legitimacy to anti-IDF Breaking the Silence.

Rivlin slammed for Obama Hanukkah 'disgrace'

Nationalists accuse Rivlin of rewriting story of Maccabees to make it PC, ask him not to attend Haaretz conference tonight.

Exclusive

Soldiers demand Rivlin not give 'BDS engine' his approval

Reserve duty commanders protest outside Presidential Residence, urge Rivlin not to attend radical leftist conference in NY.

Rivlin: We all have to live together

President Rivlin addresses the Brookings Institute in Washington, calls for common ground between different population groups in Israel.

Rivlin: Obama 'concerned' about Abbas's future

President Rivlin says President Obama expressed concern over the future of the PA chairman and the peace talks.

Obama says 'peace is distant' but Israel needs to try

Obama and Rivlin meet at the White House, where US President stresses 'unbreakable bond' between Israel and US.

Rivlin showing off his modesty?

The president takes the train to Washington, and makes sure everyone knows it.

Rivlin: Israel should take steps to improve Arabs' lives

Israeli President says there is no solution to conflict with the PA, but Israel should take steps to improve the situation regardless.

Rivlin: Israel's friendship with the United States - a deep bond

President Reuven Rivlin departs on a visit to the United States, where he will meet with President Barack Obama.

Israeli, German Presidents mark 50 years of relations

Rivlin reflects on progress between Jerusalem and Berlin in special visit with German President Joachim Gauck.