Yair Lapid

Lapid: Diplomatic campaign against Iran deal successful

PM says work 'not over' in effort to prevent lifting of sanctions on Iran as part of nuclear deal, but 'there is still a long way to go.'

Yesh Atid:

PM Lapid lukewarm on Labor-Meretz unity pact

No concrete incentives presented at 'emergency' meeting between party leaders.

Last ditch effort for unity in the left

Prime Minister Lapid hosts Labor and Meretz leaders in hopes of convincing them to unite, but the meeting ends with no agreement.

Lapid won't attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral

Israel's Pres. Herzog expected to attend funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, as country's PM Lapid travels to Germany and the USA.

Gadi Eizenkot:

'Lapid made a better offer, but I chose Gantz'

Former Chief of Staff: The only way to get out of this impossible political reality is by expanding the National Unity Party.

UAE Foreign Minister to visit Israel

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed's visit was almost canceled, but Prime Minister Lapid insisted that it take place.

'You saved many lives'

Lapid meets officers who arrested terrorist in Jaffa

Police officers who prevented terror attack will receive a certificate of appreciation for their activities from the Prime Minister.

Lapid to US:

'No one can dictate our rules of engagement to us'

PM tells US: I won't allow an IDF soldier to be prosecuted just to receive applause from abroad.

Lapid promises government aid to Lod after deadly shootings

Following killing of mother and daughter in central Israeli city, Prime Minister speaks with Mayor Yair Revivo.

Shaked criticizes Lapid:

'I was under heavy pressure not to promote construction'

Interior Minister: I was pressured by the Prime Minister's Office not to promote construction in Givat Hashaked, but I promoted it anyway.

Lapid's offer:

Reserved spots for Labor and Meretz on Yesh Atid slate

Lapid to propose to Michaeli and Galon that they run together in exchange for candidates from their parties being included on his slate.

Lapid: Too early to say if we stopped Iran nuclear deal

PM visits Nevatim Air Force Base, says Biden Admin. agrees Israel has full freedom to act to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Crime in Arab Sector:

Israel to deploy 300 officers to Lod as Lapid vows crackdown

Following killings of mother and daughter Lod, police to deploy 300 more officers as PM calls for crackdown on violence in Arab sector.

Lapid to ask for another extension in Khan al-Ahmar evacuation

Prime Minister will ask Supreme Court for another extension regarding evacuation of illegal Bedouin village.

Netanyahu: Only a strong hand will defeat terror

PM Lapid vows Israel will get its hands on anyone who seeks to harm its citizens or soldiers after bus attack.

Lapid: Our Iran policy is working

PM says US is taking Israel's concerns into account without public fights with the Administration as occurred under Netanyahu.

Lapid slammed for earphones on desk during Iran meeting

Internet users warn earphones seen on PM's desk during meeting with Mossad chief could be used by hostile actors to listen in.

First official phone call

Lapid to Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy: The fighting must end

PM Lapid congratulates Pres. Zelesnkyy on the occasion of Ukraine's Independence Day,

Lapid speaks with Biden about Iran nuclear deal

US President finally responds to PM Lapid's attempts to speak with him regarding Iran nuclear deal.

Sources on the left slam Lapid: 'He's twiddling his thumbs'

Left-wing source slams interim PM Lapid for not taking active steps to maximize bloc's votes. 'Has he made peace with Netanyahu's return?'

PM Lapid praises agreement with teachers that averted strike

'Investing in a good education system is an investment in our children and in the future of the State of Israel,' PM Lapid says.

Report: Lapid considering reserving spot for Labor, Meretz MK

Move would be designed to get 2 left-wing parties to run together in November elections to prevent 1 from not making it into the Knesset.

Netanyahu-Lapid office correspondence revealed

Argument between heads of Netanyahu, Lapid offices over photographing their meeting revealed.

Netanyahu after meeting Lapid: I'm more worried than before

Former PM: My message to Iran is on November 1 we will bring a strong govt. to Israel that will ensure they never get a nuclear weapon.

Watch: Lapid says Netanyahu's anti-Iran 'meddling' hurt Israel

While Netanyahu alleges the current government botched the Iran issue, Lapid accuses his predecessor of hurting relations with the US.

Lapid, Netanyahu meet to discuss Iran nuclear deal

PM, Opposition leader meet as western powers appear poised to re-enter Iran nuclear deal over Israel's objections.

Sans Photographers?

Lapid, Netanyahu spar over photographs of upcoming meeting

With Prime Minister and Opposition Leader poised to hold 2nd security briefing, Netanyahu demands no photographers be present.

Ahead of nuclear deal:

Lapid's office trying to coordinate conversation with Biden

Ahead of signing of agreement between Iran and world powers, Lapid also seeks a face-to-face meeting with Biden.

Ahead of Iran nuclear deal, Lapid to meet with Netanyahu

Opposition Leader Netanyahu agrees to meet with his rival, PM Lapid, ahead of signing of new nuclear deal - while publicly slamming Lapid.

'We need a better agreement'

Lapid blames Netanyahu for Iran nuclear deal

Israeli Prime Minister calls for 'credible military threat' to pressure Tehran into 'better deal', while blaming Netanyahu for current deal.

Report:

Lapid reprimanded Mossad chief following criticism of US

Lapid reportedly told Mossad chief that his criticism of US administration was not in line with official Israeli talking points.

Lapid:

'Joint List won't be in govt. because they don't want to be'

PM does not commit to refusing to sit in govt. with Joint Arab List following Knesset elections.

2022 Elections:

Yesh Atid plans to 'steal' Labor, Meretz votes to force alliance

Polls show Meretz hovering above electoral threshold as Lapid seeks to ensure only he, not Gantz, is the alternative to Netanyahu.

Lapid seeks to talk to Biden, told Pres. is on vacation

PM rebuffed after asking for conversation with US President to express Israel's concerns over the Iran nuclear deal.

Lapid: Iran deal would fund terrorism across the region

PM tells foreign journalists Israel not against any deal with Iran, but currently proposed deal would be dangerous for the world.

Liberman charges:

'Lapid harming efforts to prevent a teachers' strike'

Liberman furious after Lapid intervenes in negotiations with teachers.

Lapid to Macron: There must be no more concessions to Iran

PM speaks with French president on ongoing negotiations to revive the JCPOA, notes EU 'final offer' still being negotiated.

LGBT parade

Lapid will be first PM to participate in LGBT event in Israel

Prime Minister Lapid will participate in the event to mark the 20th anniversary of 'Israel Gay Youth.'

Israel to US:

'The Iranians refused the agreement, don't insist on it'

Senior political official: Iran refused the Europeans' offer, it's time to get up and leave.

Lapid to Zehava Galon:

'I intend to reach an agreement with Abbas'

Likud in response: The cat is out of the bag - Lapid and Gantz are promoting dangerous concessions to Holocaust denier Mahmoud Abbas.

Lapid to slain soldier's family: Whole country cries with you

PM, Alternate PM pay condolence visits to parents of soldier killed in friendly-fire incident.

Lapid to German Chancellor:

Europe must oppose Iran buying time in negotiations

PM Lapid, Germany's Chancellor Scholz, speak by phone discussing Iran nuclear agreement, Palestinian Authority chief's Holocaust remarks.

Lapid's former no. 2 reveals who he will vote for

Rabbi Piron says that Yesh Atid deserves to be a ruling party, but in the upcoming elections "I will vote for Hili Tropper".

Netanyahu: Lapid, stop flattering Abbas

Former PM accuses current PM of boycotting Likud but not PA leader who accused Israel of committing '50 Holocausts' in Berlin.

It's official: Israel and Turkey to reopen embassies

'Renewal of relations with Turkey important for regional stability,' Israel's PM Lapid says.

Lapid blasts Abbas:

'History will never forgive him'

Prime Minister Lapid blasts PA chairman after he accused Israel of committing “holocausts” against Palestinian Arabs.

Lapid: Whoever harms Israeli citizens has nowhere to hide

PM responds to shooting attack near the Western Wall in which 8 were wounded.

Lapid:

Terrorists will pay a price, Jerusalem is our capital city

PM responds to terrorist shooting attack near the Western Wall.

UTJ MK:

'Gafni made efforts to form another government'

MK Uri Maklev: Gafni is the only one who worked to prevent these elections and establish another government.

PM Lapid: 'Attack on Rushdie is an attack on our freedoms'

Attack on author Salman Rushdie is 'result of decades of incitement led by the extremist regime in Tehran,' PM Lapid says.

Lapid:

'Israel knows how to put its hands on every terror organization'

Lapid and Gantz meet with members of the IDF General Staff Forum and Chief of Staff Kohavi at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.

Lapid thanks Egypt's President Sisi for ceasefire efforts

Lapid speaks to President of Egypt, says Egypt has a very significant role in maintaining regional stability and security.

Lapid: Whoever tries to harm us will pay with his life

Prime Minister addresses the nation following end of 'Operation Breaking Dawn,' fight against Islamic Jihad.

Netanyahu: I fully support the govt. and the IDF in this battle

Opposition leader receives security briefing from PM Lapid as Islamic Jihad continues to rain rockets down on Israel.

Operation "Breaking Dawn":

'Whoever seeks to hurt Israeli citizens – will be hurt'

PM and Defense Minister relate to elimination of Islamic Jihad southern division commander. "Operation will continue as long as necessary"

Lapid and Netanyahu to meet for security update

Prime Minister Lapid will hold a security update meeting with opposition leader following Operation Breaking Dawn.

PM Lapid Speaks With Southern Local Authority Heads

Lapid emphasized the need to ensure citizens adhere to the directives of Home Front Command, saying that these directives save lives.

Lapid:

'We will do whatever it takes to defend our people'

Lapid and Gantz give statement as Operation Breaking Dawn begins. Gantz: Whoever threatens us - will not exist.

Prime Minister Lapid:

We will not allow terrorists to dictate our lives

PM Lapid said he would not allow terrorists to determine Israel's actions and reach every individual who tries to harm Israeli citizens.

PM Lapid holds security assessment on Gaza tensions

PM Yair Lapid holds security assessment near Gaza, with additional consultations to be held as necessary over the weekend.