Reuven Rivlin

Israeli presidents past and present bid farewell to Elie Wiesel

'Hero of the Jewish people, giant of humanity'; President Rivlin, Shimon Peres, pay tribute to Elie Wiesel.

Rivlin: We're committed to relations with the United States

President Reuven Rivlin speaks at Fourth of July celebration at the home of Ambassador Dan Shapiro.

UN Ambassador: 'Abbas revealed his true colors'

Danny Danon denounces PA President Mahmoud Abbas for refusing to meet with President Rivlin.

EU-backed Rivlin-Abbas meeting fails to materialize

EU plan for Reuven Rivlin, Mahmoud Abbas fails when Abbas refuses to talk without 'preparation.'

Abbas: Israel is committing mass-murder

Palestinian Authority president blasts Israel's 'occupation' as 'genocidal' during speech to European Union parliament.

Abbas refuses to meet Rivlin

Palestinian Authority president refuses European Union-brokered meeting with Israeli president

Rivlin: French initiative suffers from 'fundamental faults'

President Rivlin speaks to European Parliament, says the current conditions are not right for peace talks.

Belgian church bells chime Israeli anthem for President Rivlin

Belgian Catholic church plays Hatikvah in honor of a visit by the president of the Jewish state.

EU to offer 'unprecedented package' to induce peace deal

In first official EU visit at president, Reuven Rivlin says Israel-EU relations should continue independently of conflict with Palestinians.

Erekat blasts Rivlin for visiting 'illegal settlements'

PLO Secretary-General blasts President Rivlin's tour of the Binyamin region.

Rivlin: I told Obama two-state solution is 'irrelevant'

Israeli President recounts conversation with Obama at the White House, during tour of Samaria's Binyamin Region.

Netanyahu promises not to redivide Jerusalem

In Jerusalem Day ceremony PM vows 'never to return to reality of a torn city' and urges peace talks - even as Abbas demands division.

Samaria medical center to 'build bridges of trust'

Ariel University school of Health Sciences to sponsor Jewish-Palestinian center; move hailed by President Rivlin, Education Min. Bennett.

Rivlin: Expanding the government is correct and justified

President Reuven Rivlin awarded an Honorary Doctorate, delivers keynote address at Hebrew University Convocation ceremony.

Rivlin celebrates Jordan as Israel’s ‘proud partner’

President Rivlin marks Jordanian Independence Day by addressing reception hosted by Jordan's Ambassador to Israel.

'Tell us a new story of ourselves on every page'

President Reuven Rivlin speaks about the life-saving qualities of a good story in opening remarks to Writers' Festival.

Rivlin tells German MPs: Criticise, don't delegitimize

Rivlin makes clear that there is a line between constructive criticism and anti-Semitic delegitimization in meeting with German delegation.

Rivlin to French PM: Only direct negotiations will bring peace

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin rejects idea of French-brokered talks in meeting with French PM.

Rivlin is 'greatly saddened' by Ya'alon's departure

President says resignation is 'understandable, even appropriate,' but hopes outgoing minister will 'soon return to serve.'

Rivlin wants stronger ties with Africa

President Rivlin meets with Ivory Coast FM, declares that Israel aims to obtain observer status in the African Union.

President Rivlin welcomes Israel Bond representatives

Rivlin hosts delegation of 140 representatives in celebration of the organization’s 65th anniversary.

Independence Day in Jerusalem

President Rivlin hosts opening of Thursday's Independence Day festivities with Prime Minister, Defense Minister, and IDF Chief of Staff.

President Rivlin: We must keep up our hope

President Reuven Rivlin offers special message to friends of Israel around the world on Israel's 68th Independence Day.

'The Promised Land is also a dream, a responsibility'

President Reuven Rivlin welcomes MLK III and Unsung Heroes award recipients in special ceremony Sunday.

Disgraced ex-president Katsav submits clemency request

Convicted rapist, ex-President Moshe Katsav, submits request for early release to President's Office.

President Rivlin hosts French Jews, Muslims and Christians

Israeli President receives standing ovation from French delegation, laments anti-Semitism but hails French Jews' courage.

Katzav's wife met with Rivlin twice

Gila Katzav, wife of former president, reportedly met twice with current President Reuven Rivlin to discuss a pardon for her husband.

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.'

Rivlin to US Ambassador: 'No solution can be imposed'

President calls for direct negotiations with Palestinian Authority, decries imposed solutions in meeting with Samantha Power.

'I pray to be the last bereaved mother to know this pain'

President Reuven paid condolence visit to Hadar Cohen’s family, where he extolled the slain Border Police officer's heroism.