Ehud Barak

Barak: Relations with Washington Were 'Damaged'

Former Defense Minister says that Israel’s relations with the United States were “damaged” under PM Netanyahu.

Olmert to be Questioned Over 'Barak Takes Bribes' Tape

Police to summon former PM over his remarks to close aide that former Defense Minister "takes millions in bribes".

Olmert Told Aide that Barak 'is Taking Millions in Bribes'

In new recordings published on Channel 10, former PM is heard telling Shula Zaken that Ehud Barak took millions in bribes.

'The IDF is Breaching Promises to Build in Gush Etzion'

Gush Etzion regional head Davidi Perl points the finger at Civil Administration for not acting on old approvals by Ehud Barak.

Book Claims Israel Spied on Pres. Clinton During Peace Talks

Do leaked transcripts and 'secret documents' raise the specter of an 'Israeli Edward Snowden'?

'Ya'alon is Obsessed with Destroying Judea and Samaria'

Minister, Residents' Council attack Defense Minister over home demolitions, say Israel has joined the PA in destroying the region.

Clinton: Israel Offered the Temple Mount to the PA

Former President reveals that, during the 2000 Camp David Summit, Israel had offered the PA control of the Temple Mount.

Ehud Barak Compliments Putin on Mideast Policy

Former prime minister Says Russia 'dealt in an extremely disciplined and responsible way' with Syria and Iran crises.

Israel, Kazakhstan to Strengthen Economic Ties

Former Defense Minister Ehud Barak meets with Kazakhstan's president to discuss possibilities for closer cooperation.

Canada: Anti-Israel Groups Attempt to Prevent Ehud Barak Visit

Leftist groups in British Columbia try to prevent former PM and Defense Minister from visiting, call him 'terrorist' and 'war criminal.'

White House: We Collect Information Like All Other Countries

White House won't respond to reports that the NSA spied on Olmert and Barak. Israeli officials: We weren't surprised.

U.S., Britain Spied on Olmert and Netanyahu

Prime Ministers Netanyahu and Olmert were among those spied upon by the NSA, according to Snowden documents.

Iranians Convicted in Botched Thailand Terror Attack

A court in Thailand on Thursday convicted two Iranians for attempting to bomb Israeli diplomats.

Barak: Iran Ought to be Listening to Us for Its Own Good

In an interview with CNN,Ehud Barak said that Israel “meant what it said” on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Barak is Dangerous, Warns Journalist in New Book

A newly published book by journalist Ben Caspit outlines the "dangerous" character of former Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Barak Seeks Criminal Investigation of Ashkenazi

Former Defense Minister tells the Supreme Court he supports a full criminal investigation of the former IDF Chief of Staff

Yaalon in Defense Minister's Office: 'I Feel a Sacred Awe'

Moshe Yaalon to head his first IDF General Staff meeting as Defense Minister Tuesday.

Barak Bids Farewell to Defense Ministry

Members of Israel’s defense and political leadership gathered to bid farewell to retiring defense minister Ehud Barak.

Barak: Assad's Fall 'Inevitable,' Israel May Pay the Price

According to outgoing Defense Minister Ehud Barak, the fall of Bashar al-Assad is inevitable. It's not good for Israel, he told MKs

Video: 'Where is National Camp at AIPAC Conference?'

Where is national camp of Israel at 2013 AIPAC policy conference?, asks David Bedein, Director of the Israel Resource News Agency.

Barak, Hagel Meeting Described as 'Warm'

The U.S. will continue to provide Israel with military aid, U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel told Defense Minister Ehud Barak

Barak and Biden Meet in Washington

Defense Minister Ehud Barak met in Washington with U.S. Vice President Joe Biden.

Barak: When We Say All Options Are on the Table, We Mean It

Barak addresses AIPAC, calls on world to clearly tell Iran that all options are on the table to prevent its nuclear aspirations.

Barak and Hagel to Meet at the Pentagon

Barak and new Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will meet Tuesday, making Barak the first foreign counterpart Hagel will meet.

Biden to Address AIPAC Policy Conference

U.S. Vice President Joe Biden will address the American Israel Public Affairs Committee policy conference, it has been confirmed.

Top Officials Meet to Discuss Security Situation

Israel's top defense and security officials met Monday to discuss ways to restore order and calm to Judea and Samaria

Barak, Panetta Meet at the Pentagon

Defense Minister Ehud Barak talks about Syria and Iran with Pentagon chief Leon Panetta.

Report: IAF Warplanes Seen Flying the Skies of Lebanon

Lebanese media reported Sunday afternoon that Israeli war planes were spotted in the skies above southern Lebanon.

Defense Minister Obliquely Admits to Israeli Air Strike on Syria

Defense Minister Ehud Barak has obliquely admitted that Israel carried out last week's air strike against a Syrian weapons convoy.

Watchdog Group: Investigate Barak for Bad Behavior

A government watchdog group is calling to add Barak to the list of military higher-ups investigated in the Harpaz Affair.

Barak Hints U.S. Has Options for 'Surgical Strike' in Iran

The U.S. has plans for surgical strikes against Iran if it refuses to stop its nuclear weapons program, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Peres, Barak: Keep Iran Attack Option on the Table

President Shimon Peres and Defense Minister Ehud Barak say the threat of military action is vital to efforts against Iran's nuclear program.

Barak to CNN: I Will Not Serve as Defense Minister Again

Regardless of the coalition that is to be formed, Israelis have seen the last of Ehud Barak, at least for a while.

Report or Rumor? Netanyahu May Keep Barak as Defense Minister

Channel 10 TV says PM Netanyahu may ask Ehud Barak to stay on as Defense Minister in order to keep Moshe Ya'alon away from the role.

Wiener, 'Hatchet Man' for Ashkenazi, Booted from IDF

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz on Sunday suspended Lieutenant Erez Wiener from IDF service

Barak: Throw the Book at Ashkenazi and Wiener

All three 'principals' named in the report on the Harpaz Affair had plenty to say about the accusations against them

Report on Scandal Slams IDF, Defense Ministry Over Backbiting

An investigation by the State Comptroller slams former IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi and his chief aide for their "intrigues."

Former Shin Bet head: ‘Weak’ Bibi Can’t be Trusted on Iran

Former Shin Bet head Yuval Diskin says he does not trust “weak” Netanyahu, Barak on security. Netanyahu: He’s frustrated over job loss.

Poll: Likud Beytenu Doesn't Gain, Jewish Home Does

Israelis want Binyamin Netanyahu to continue as Prime Minister but still prefer Ehud Barak as Defense Minister, new poll finds.

Video: Suha Arafat Admits 2000 War of Terror was Premeditated

Arafat’s widow admits that her husband decided long before Sharon’s visit to Temple Mount that he would launch war of terror against Israel.

Ariel University Center Welcomes Recognition

Ariel University Center says the decision to recognize it as a university is "a natural outcome".

Barak Grants Ariel College Full-Fledged University Status

Ehud Barak confirmed a government decision to officially recognize the Ariel University Center of Samaria as a full-fledged university.

Netanyahu Visits Central Command, Briefed on Security

"Our mission is to maintain the security of the citizens of the State of Israel," Netanyahu says during security briefing.

Analysis: Barak Exits the Left’s House of Cards

Ehud Barak is not stupid. He sees the handwriting on the wall and it reads “nationalist.” The left’s house of cards is collapsing.

Four Israelis Make List of 'Foreign Policy' Top Thinkers

Four Israelis made it this year to the prestigious “Top Thinkers” list published by Foreign Policy magazine

Gaza Terrorists: Barak Quit Because of Us

Gaza Arab terrorists celebrated the announcement that Ehud Barak was leaving politics by claiming that they had "chased him away"

Nationalists Buoyed by Barak's Resignation

Bennett: Barak's exit marks the end of old-style politics that let down the South last week.

A Gift for Nationalists

Barak Quits Politics

Defense Minister Ehud Barak is quitting politics. In a dramatic announcement, he claimed successes as Defense Minister.

Netanyahu to Pilots: If the Quiet is Violated, You'll Hit Back

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu visits Palmahim Air Force Base, meets pilots who took part in Operation Pillar of Defense.

Former IDF Manpower Head: Gaza Operation Because of Elections

Netanyahu and Barak started Operation Pillar of Defense in Gaza because of electoral considerations, says Maj. Gen. (res.) Elazar Stern.

Barak: It's not Yet Time to Conquer Gaza

Defense Minister hopes terrorists' "experience" has lessened "their appetite to attack."

Barak: Ground Attack May Happen Very Soon

Defense Minister says Israel will not hesitate to launch assault unless Hamas stops firing.

Barak Calls Up More Reserves As Rockets Hit Near TLV, JLM

Ehud Barak expands the call-up of reserve soldiers, as Israel pushes ahead with a major offensive against terrorists in Gaza.

Panetta to Barak: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta speaks to Defense Minister Ehud Barak, reaffirms that Israel has the right to defend itself.

Barak to Israeli Citizens: Stay Strong

"We must continue to live our normal lives, even during this difficult test," says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Barak Approves Call-Up of 30,000 Soldiers

U.S. calls on Egypt to use its sway with the Hamas to end the violence, Egypt's prime minister to visit Gaza Friday.

Netanyahu and Barak in Golan Uncertain of What the Future Holds

Barak: It is very difficult to estimate what the future of Syria will be and we need to be vigilant and alert here.

Barak Takes Part in Patriot Missile Launching Exercise

Defense Minister Ehud Barak on hand during a live test firing of a Patriot missile.

Barak: It's not Over

Defense Minister hints heavily that IDF plans action against Gaza, won't give details.

Barak Working for Expansion of Yesha Town

Defense Minister has approved building zone in the town of Itamar, where the Fogels were murdered. ”Avenge terror by building homes.”