Reuven Rivlin

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Eichmann's unpublished request for pardon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.

‘Israel is our home, despite harsh difficulties’

President Rivlin visited the family of Rabbi Birmajer who was murdered in last week’s stabbing attack in Jerusalem.

'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.

‘The light of Israel will overcome the darkness terror spreads’

President Rivlin participated in a candle-lighting ceremony with United Nations ambassadors and World Jewish Congress officials.

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.

White House throws one heck of a Hanukkah party

Hearing the US President speak about message of Hannukah is a truly inspiring event, says party attendee Robbie Medwed.

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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.

Watch: Rivlin and Obama light fourth candle at White House

'Maccabees fought for liberty, freedom of religion,their traditions, and for our traditions,' Israeli President says at ceremonial lighting.

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.

'Israel and Germany must stand together against terror'

President Rivlin, First Lady were guests of honor at Tel Aviv opera, along with German first family.

Rivlin: Hanukkah message to be 'light among nations'

President connects upcoming holiday with Jewish independence, commitment to democracy in Hanukkah greeting.

President wants Israel-Palestine confederacy

Rivlin tells European magazine the two states should draw a boundary and exchange territories.

'We created a country in order to live here forever'

President Rivlin hosts tribute to IDF wounded and terror victims. Guests speak of optimism, disappointment.

Kerry subtly backtracks on 'legitimizing' Charlie Hebdo attacks

In meeting with Israeli President, US Sec. of State backtracks on comments appearing to justify Charlie Hebdo, Hyper Cacher attacks.

Israel marks 40 years since UN's 'Zionism is Racism' resolution

President Rivlin and guests marked the 40th anniversary of a magnificent speech by former President Haim Herzog at the UN.

Rivlin: Forget peace - building trust more important now

The Arabs are not going anywhere, President Reuven Rivlin said, so Israelis needed to learn to more effectively deal with them.

Rivlin, Obama to meet in Washington next month

President Reuven Rivlin accepts invitation from American counterpart for formal visit to Washington on December 9.

London Mayor joins Israeli President for Jewish-Arab soccer game

London Mayor Boris Johnson lauds Israeli diversity, and joins President Rivlin for Arab-Jewish friendly match.

Israel's leaders express sorrow on passing of President Navon

President Rivlin, Prime Minister Netanyahu recall Yitzhak Navon's dedication to and love for Israel.

In first, Israel's first lady assigned bodyguard

In light of security situation, Nehama Rivlin will no longer be able to wander Jerusalem on her own.

New Hasbara chief under fire for anti-Rivlin comments

Dr. Ran Baratz, dismisses controversial comments against President Reuven Rivlin on Facebook as 'satire.'

Honduras signs development cooperation deal with Israel

President of Honduras meets with Israeli President Rivlin, says his country 'will continue to support you, as a state and as a people.'

'I don't fear for my life, I fear for the democracy'

President Reuven Rivlin dismisses threats made against him by brother of Yitzhak Rabin's assassin.

Rivlin takes steps to strengthen Israel-Panama relations

President meets with Panamanian Vice President Isabel Saint Malo de Alvarado; bilateral relations 'stronger than ever.'

Yigal Amir's brother arrested for Facebook post

Haggai Amir, 46, detained for threatening Reuven Rivlin over declaration never to pardon Yigal for Rabin assassination.

Rivlin: Rabin stood for Jerusalem

President Reuven Rivlin notes Yitzhak Rabin 'never encroached upon the idea of a united Jerusalem' in commemoratory address.

Alliance solidifes: Rivlin announces India visit at joint forum

Weeks after historic visit by Indian president, Rivlin hosts India-Israel Forum at residence to discuss bevy of plans for bilateral ties.

Rivlin to announce: I will never pardon Yigal Amir

In speech at memorial ceremony for Yitzhak Rabin on Sunday, President expected to draw red line on assassin's release.

Rivlin at death camp: No to more Nazi propaganda

President replants tree secretly planted by children at Theresienstadt, says: 'victory is we're here, and the Nazis are not.'

Watch: Defying Terror, IDF Orphans Celebrate Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

Emotional cerebration in Jerusalem moved from Kotel due to security concerns - but President, IDF Generals insist on attending.

History in Israel: Indian President Makes First Ever Visit

President Mukherjee meets with Rivlin to talk about blossoming bilateral ties and shared threat of terrorism; two agreements signed.

Rivlin: Israel Not at War with Islam

President Reuven Rivlin urges Jewish-Arab cooperation despite unending terror, stresses Israel 'is not and will not' declare war on Islam.

MKs Reconvene, With Budget and Security Top Priorities

With the deteriorating security situation at the center of their radars, members of the Knesset are set to convene for their winter session.

Rivlin to Erdogan: Terror Hits and Hurts Us All

President Reuven Rivlin sent Israel's condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after Ankara attack kills 86.

Combating Terror...with a Culture Center

Israel's President and Culture Minister will attend inauguration of cultural center in Ma'ale Adumim, hours after bombing attack.

Rivlin: Muslims Must Respect Jewish Rights to Jerusalem

At press conference in Jerusalem, President Reuven Rivlin criticizes Mahmoud Abbas's 'filthy Jewish feet' comments.