Danny Danon

Danon to Propose: Your Child Threw Rocks? No Stipends

Likud MK's proposed law will revoke stipends from parents whose children carried out a rock throwing attack.

Battle Over Likud Primaries: Who Will Win, Danon or Bibi?

Standoff expected between Prime Minister and MK Danny Danon, amid rumors that Netanyahu is trying to win allegiances.

Aharonovich at Attack Scene Warns: 'It's Not the Last'

Interior Security minister says security can't be achieved by given time limit, Bennett: 'Abbas drove the death car in Jerusalem.'

Danon Hints: Sa'ar Left Because of Netanyahu

MK Danny Danon calls for a “self-examination” in the Likud, hints PM Netanyahu is to blame for the resignation of Gideon Sa’ar.

Netanyahu and Danon Compromise on Likud Primaries

PM Netanyahu and MK Danon agree to bring the moving up of the primaries to a discussion at the Central Committee.

Date Announced for Likud Leadership Elections

Date for vote on changes to constitution also announced as Bibi seeks to consolidate leadership prior to looming general elections.

Danon Vows to Fight Netanyahu's 'Underhanded Opportunism'

Likud Central Committee chair charges PM of harming party democracy with early primaries, as elections look increasingly likely.

Obama 'Can't Buy Control of Israel With Military Aid'

MK Danon fires back at US criticism of Jerusalem building, after White House cites Iron Dome in spat with Netanyahu.

Danon Accuses Netanyahu of Splitting Likud

Sa'ar and Kahlon's leaving Likud demands soul searching says Danon, who predicts elections in 2015.

Why Did the Government Dally on the Terror Tunnel Threat?

State Comptroller ordered to investigate decisions in operation on Hamas tunnels, as Danon decries fiasco 'everyone knew about.'

Breaking News

IDF: Mortar Shell Fired From Gaza Hits Israel

IDF confirms first mortar attack since truce; Hamas denies responsibility, says it's dedicated to the ceasefire.

Likud Decides Without PM to Topple Hamas in Next Operation

Danon calls for Netanyahu to face his own party, as members call for prime minister to step down and 'find a different party.'

Huckabee in Gush Etzion: Israel's Enemies Are America's Enemies

Former Arkansas governor visits Gush Etzion, meets MK Danny Danon.

MK Danon: Time to Put Rogue Arab MK Zoabi in Her Place - Prison

MK Danny Danon (Likud) on Sunday filed a petition with the High Court demanding the prosecution of MK Hanin Zoabi for incitement.

Danon: The Residents of the South Don't Feel Safe

MK Danny Danon dismisses Prime Minister Netanyahu’s comments that Operation Protective Edge in Gaza was a success.

Danon: Netanyahu's Policy Brought 'Humiliation' on Israel

'Quiet met by quiet' led to continued rockets on Israel, says Danon, calling to 'topple Hamas' before deterrence completely eroded.

Police Recommend Trying Arab MK Zoabi for Incitement

Zoabi cries 'fascism' as police say they have enough evidence to find her guilty; Danon warns 'don't let her flee to Qatar.'

Danon: You Don't Do Business with Terrorists

MK Danny Danon warns against making concessions to Hamas, says doing so will strengthen the terror group.

Danon: Netanyahu Acting Like 'the Contractor of the Left'

MK Danon warns Prime Minister that he cannot continue to "follow the desires of Tzipi Livni".

Report: Netanyahu Lashes Out at Critical Ministers

'Criticism from home during a war is intolerable,' the Prime Minister reportedly stated to several ministers.

Danon Blasts Obama Over Ceasefire Demand

"We need a break from the fire that is coming from the Obama administration," says MK following President's conversation with Netanyahu.

Watch: Danny Danon Tells BBC 'We Won't Sit Back and be Attacked'

Former Deputy Defense Minister defends IDF conduct in Gaza during Operation Protective Edge.

MK: Hamas Could've Abducted a Busload of Children

Former Deputy Defense Minister says Israel was surprised by the number and size of Hamas tunnels.

Netanyahu Fires Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon

Long-time critic of prime minister's leadership given the boot after criticism of ceasefire deal proves the last straw.

Minister Campaigns to Cut Electricity to Gaza

Israel's electricity and fuel allow Hamas to launch their rockets on Israeli citizens, Danny Danon notes.

Ministers Demand 'Whatever Needed to Destroy Hamas'

In Sderot Lapid says 'no sane country would tolerate this'; Danon leaves possibility of ground invasion on the table.

MKs Call on Netanyahu to Fire Livni, Begin War on Terror

Israeli leaders begin to express frustration at lack of deterrence against terrorism, amid rising tensions and unrest.

Danon: This Should Spell the End of Hamas

Deputy Defense Minister says the tragic end to the kidnapping should also spell the end for Hamas.

Deputy Minister Fires at UNHRC's 'Lack of Shame'

Danny Danon issues fierce condemnation of UN 'hypocrisy' after Israel repeatedly condemned over search for kidnapped teens.

Danon to PM: Why Are Terrorist Prisoners Having 'World Cup Fun?'

Despite a decision to 'toughen' conditions in Israeli prisons for Hamas terrorists, they are still enjoying World Cup Soccer.

Danon: Hypocritical EU Condemns Israel, Not Kidnappers

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon (Likud Beiteinu) demanded that 'hypocritical' EU countries stop funding PA terror

Deputy Minister Calls to Cut Off Electricity in Gaza, PA

Harsh measures needed to draw information out from Palestinian Arabs, get acknowledgement from the international community, Danon says.

Dept. Defense Minister: IDF Will Find Kidnappers and Punish them

After visiting abducted students' families, Dept. Defense Minister Danny Danon urges Israeli public to stand behind security forces,

Danon Demands: 'Cut Money to Unity PA After Gaza Attack'

After rocket attack, Deputy Minister calls on PM to cut all tax money collected by Israel for PA, which is now responsible for Gaza, too.

Arutz Sheva Interviews

MKs Welcome 'Dignified' President Rivlin

MK Danon and Lipman congratulate Rivlin over victory, note he 'believes our rights to Israel, and that there should be no Palestine.'

Danon: The Left Should Take Some Tranquilizers

It's time for the left to calm down, says Deputy Defense Minister in wake of condemnations of the settlement enterprise.

MK Danon Blasts PA Funding: 'It's Not the Money it's the Morals'

Deputy Defense Min. says that the Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 bans US funding Hamas. Download exclusive audio interview.

US Vows to 'Work With' Palestinian Arab 'Unity' Government

State Department insists that PLO officials are in charge of 'unity' government - despite the fact that strings are being pulled by Hamas.

Danon Warns 'US Aid Now Directly Funds Terror'

Deputy Defense Minister slams support for newly declared PLO unity government, 'pretty wrapping' for terror attacks and murder.

NY Israel Day Concert Will Denounce 'Two-State Delusion'

Dr. Paul Brody, chairman of concert featuring senior politicians speaking, says message will be 'not one inch of Israel.'

Livni 'Out of Control' and Must be Stopped, MK Says

MK Danny Danon told Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu that he had to restrain 'out of control' Justice Minister Tzipi Livni.

Danon: Livni Should be Dismissed as Chief Negotiator

Deputy Defense Minister says Livni is harming Israel's diplomatic efforts by meeting PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Israel's US Ambassador Defends Kerry From Minister's Criticism

Ambassador Dermer denounces Deputy Minister Danon on Twitter, after Danon slams Kerry's 'apartheid' comment in article.

Danon: Abbas Becoming a Professor of Terrorism

Deputy Defense Minister slams the speech by Abbas before the PLO Central Council.

Arutz Sheva Interview

'As Soon as Terrorists Board the Bus, I Will Resign'

Deputy Minister Danny Danon reiterates intent to resign if prisoner deal goes through, calls coalition tensions 'test' for Bennett, Likud.

Danon to Bennett: Join Me, Say You'll Resign

Deputy Defense Minister calls on Jewish Home chairman to declare that he will resign if Israel agrees to release Israeli-Arab terrorists.

Politicians Uneasy Over Pollard Deal

Several top MKs and Ministers express reservations over deal, note security risk for Israel.

Deputy Minister Urges Israel to Stand Strong Over Role in Talks

Deputy Minister Ze'ev Elkin, in Arutz Sheva interview, explains why Israel should stand strong - and prevent capitulating to PA.

Danon: Freeing Pollard Has Nothing to do With Freeing Terrorists

Danny Danon reiterates threat to resign his post if more terrorists were released – even if Jonathan Pollard was part of the deal.

Terror Victims Families March Against Releases

Families of victims of terror attacks marched in Netanya, demanding that the government not release more terrorists

Danon Snubbed at Likud Presidium Conference

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu claims decision is not about ideology, as tensions between the two escalate.

Deputy Minister Would Rather Resign Than See Terrorists Released

Danny Danon, in Arutz Sheva interview, declares that principles come before politics - and that a fourth release can open a Pandora's box.

Jewish Home Leaving Coalition Over Terrorist Releases?

MK allegedly tells women's organization that fourth batch of terror releases a 'red line' for Jewish Home.

Congress Told: Stop 'Sick Perversion' Of Terror Release

ZOA Israel submits bereaved parents' letter to Congress, warns America not to be complicit in making terrorists 'heroes.'

Learn Toughness from Putin, Terror Victim Urges Netanyahu

US citizen Dr. Bauer, a terror victim, joins protest against next planned release of terrorists.

Terror Victim's Father: Let's Not be Suckers Yet Again

Ron Kerman, whose daughter was killed in a terror attack, supports Danny Danon's threat to quit his post if more terrorists are freed.

Netanyahu's Associates: If Danon Doesn't Quit, He'll be Fired

"You don't threaten the prime minister," say sources close to Netanyahu after Danon threatens to resign over terrorist release.

Deputy Minister Threatens to Resign Over Terrorist Release

MK Danny Danon (Likud) says he won't 'sit in a government that releases terrorists in exchange for Tzipi Livni's fantasies.'

Danon: PA 'Has Livni Wrapped Around Their Little Finger'

The PA is still negotiating only to ensure that Israel releases more terrorists. Israel should not play along, MK Danny Danon said

Ministers Tell Kerry 'Condemn Terror, Not Jewish State'

Ministers slam Kerry statement on recognition 'mistake' during rocket barrage, say Washington is living in an 'illusion.'