Ehud Barak

Barak: Israel, US Disagree on Iran Timetable

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says different strategic perspectives have led to divergent senses of urgency in Jerusalem and DC.

Barak Warns Iran Nuclear Program Soon to be Strike-Proof

Iran's nuclear program will soon be strike-proof, according to Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Ketzaleh: Netanyahu and Barak Will Never Attack Iran

MK Katz: Netanyahu and Barak have failed to stop the rocket fire on southern Israel. They will never be able to attack Iran.

Barak, Panetta Hold 'Useful' Meeting in Washington

Defense Minister Ehud Barak and U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta meet in Washington, talk about Iran.

Israel's Junta – IDF Overrules Barak in Sansana

The High Planning Council of the IDF Civil Administration has rejected a plan already approved by Israel's elected leaders.

Barak Warns: 'Tighten Sanctions Further on Iran'

Israel warns the world to tighten sanctions "even further" -- to the "crippling" point -- on Iran.

Singapore: No Assassination Plot Against Barak

Singaporean police denies a report in Kuwait's al-Jarida that Hizbullah and Iran sought to assassinate Ehud Barak in the city

Japanese PM Tells Barak: Iran Attack 'Dangerous'

Defense Minister says Assad family will fall within weeks.

Barak: Iran Embellishing Nuclear Gains

Barak: Iran is "presenting a situation better than what it really is."

Japanese PM to Barak: Don't Attack Iran

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda meets Defense Minister Ehud Barak, warns against attacking Iran.

Barak Approves New Construction in Gush Etzion

After months of talks with acting council head Yair Wolf, Defense Min. Barak approves new community in Gush Etzion.

Defense Ministry Censors Gantz Over Iran Remark

Chief of Staff hints an attack on Iran is coming in video birthday greeting to Defense Minister Barak. The greeting was edited out.

Barak Fears Arms Transfer to Hizbullah

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says 'sophisticated' Syrian weapons could find their way to Lebanon and Hizbullah if Assad falls.

Russian Official: Israeli 'Talk' on Iran Dangerous

A Russian official warned Israel that its tough stance on Iran's nuclear weapons program could have “catastrophic consequences.”

Barak on Iran: Later May be Too Late

Defense Minister: Iranian nuke program entering "immunity zone" after which stopping it will be impossible.

Barak Praises German Security Establishment on Iran

Defense Minister Ehud Barak made a special point Thursday of praising Germany's stance on Iran going into talks with FM Guido Westerwelle.

Barak: Eventually Even an Attack Won't Stop Iran

Defense Minister Ehud Barak: the world must stop Iran before it reaches a point where even a military attack won't stop it.

Peres to Dempsey: Iran is the Center of World Terror

U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Martin Dempsey meets President Shimon Peres. "I assure you the U.S. is Israel's partner."

Dempsey Stresses 'Mutual Commitment' During Visit

US CoS Martin Dempsey sought to assure Israelis that his visit represents "mutual commitment" to stop Iran's nuclear program

Barak: Iran Strike 'Very Far Off'

Defense Minister Ehud Barak sought to allay US fears Israel will strike Iran's nuclear facilities saying such a decision was "very far off."

Barak Condemns 'Price Tag' Vandalism in Deir Istia

Defense Minister Ehud Barak strongly condemned "price tag" vandal attacks carried out early Wednesday at the village of Deir Istia.

Danon: Barak is a Burden, Not an Asset

MK Danny Danon launches new campaign to prevent the plan to guarantee Barak a spot on the Likud's list.

Barak Says 'Little Hope' of Breakthrough With PA

Defense Minister Ehud Barak said he doesn't believe Israel-PA meetings in Amman will result in a peace deal anytime soon.

Barak: Assad 'Only Has Weeks'

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says the regime of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad only has 'a few weeks' before it loses control.

MK Danon: Keep Barak Out of the Likud!

Danny Danon says Defense Minister Ehud Barak has no place in the Likud and that he will do everything in his power to keep him out.

Minister Demands Eviction Procedures Be Regulated

Minister Zevulun Orlev demanded security officials implement procedures for evictions that minimize the risk to children.

Netanyahu: "We Won't Accept Casualties"

Prime Minister Netanyahu played to the cameras at the Ephraim Brigade headquarters, where he took a hard line on "Israeli outlaws."

IDF Boss Defends Controversial Appointments

IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz sought to allay concerns Defense Minister Barak is making political appointments in Judea and Samaria

Barak: I Won't Let Democracy be Undermined

Defense Minister Barak promises to battle the legislation that would affect the Supreme Court, foreign funding to NGOs.

Official: Alon's Appointment Decided on by Barak

Senior official reveals: Barak decided on Nitzan Alon's appointment as head of Central Command. Chief of Staff had to submissively accept.

Barak: Assad's Downfall Would be a 'Blessing'

Defense Minister Ehud Barak: Assad's rule is coming to an end. It would be a blow to Iran and Hizbullah.

Turkish President Slams Israel, Hails Hamas

Turkish president Abdullah Gul: Israel should stop attacking "Palestine" and make peace. Hamas wants to live in peace with Israel.

Turkish President Shuns Lunch in Vienna Because of Barak

Turkish President Abdullah Gul refused to attend a lunch in Vienna, because Defense Minister Ehud Barak was present.

Barak, Gantz Joke About Female Soldiers Singing

Defense Minister, top general caught joking about IDF women singing even as they punish religious soldiers who refuse to attend.

Netanyahu Denies Offering Barak Likud Seat

Prime Minster Netanyahu says he did not offer Defense Minister Barak a political safety net should his party fail

Barak: No Iran Strike – Yet

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Israel does not currently plan to pursue a military strike on Iran's nuclear program - but might in future.

Barak: Iran Will be 'Unstoppable' in One Year

Defense Minister Ehud Barak tells CNN: Iran is less than a year away from being unstoppable in its goal to be nuclear.

Panetta: Iran Strike Could Impact World Economy

U.S. Defense Secretary ahead of meeting with Defense Minister Ehud Barak: An attack on Iran could impact world economy.

Barak: World Should Join Hands and Sanction Iran

Defense Minister Barak on PBS: It's clear that Iran is determined to go nuclear. The world must join hands and impose crippling sanctions.

Barak: May There be More Explosions in Iran

Defense Minister Ehud Barak addresses the mysterious explosion at a military base in Iran. "I don't know about it, but may there be more."

Finance Ministry Slams Barak

Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz says Ehud Barak's call to increase both military and socioeconomic spending will 'enslave Israel.'

Barak Admits: We Didn't Know Where Shalit Was

Defense Minister Ehud Barak: We knew Gilad was somewhere in southern Gaza but failed to find the exact location.

Barak Likens 'Price Tag' Incidents to Terrorism

Defense minister Ehud Barak says 'price tag' attacks are an embarrassment and that the vandals are 'like terrorist organizations.'

Barak: Talks to Resume Using Quartet Proposal

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says direct talks with PA officials will resume using Quartet guidelines in the near future.

Israeli Success: Nigeria Will Abstain in the UN

One success for Israel's diplomatic efforts: Nigeria decides to abstain in Friday’s vote on the PA statehood bid.

Third Top Govt. Official in Foreign Worker Trouble

The Attorney General’s wife is suspected of illegal treatment of foreign workers; her case follows problems for Barak, Netanyahu.

Barak on Turkey Crisis: This Too Shall Pass

Defense Minister Ehud Barak believes that Israel's currently troubled relationship with Turkey will improve in the future.

Report: Israel Offers PA to Postpone UN Bid for Negotiations

Kuwaiti daily reports the PA is considering Israeli offer to postpone the unilateral statehood bid and immediately begin negotiations.

Report: Abbas, Barak Met in Amman

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas says he met secretly with Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak last month in Amman, Jordan.

Barak Pushing to Finish Sinai-Fence After Terror Attacks

After the deadly three-phase terror attack that left 7 dead and 33 wounded Defense Minister Ehud Barak wants the Sinai fence finished.

Barak Opposes Defense Cuts: 'We Don't Live In Switzerland'

Defense minister Ehud Barak says he opposes defense cuts despite backing social protests, considering Israel's rough neighborhood.

Barak Caves, Says Israel Should Apologize to Turkey

After US pressure, Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Israel must consider apologizing to Turkey over the Mavi Marmara.

Barak vs. Lieberman on Turkey

Barak vs. Lieberman on Concession to Turkey

Senior ministers divided over apology to Turkey. Lieberman: Barak would see Israel project weakness.

Atzma'ut Faction Seeks to Change Anti-Boycott Law

Defense Minister Ehud Barak's Atzma'ut faction is seeking to make major changes to the recently passed Anti-Boycott Law.

Plan to Raze 3 Yesha Homes as Gov’t Battles Housing Shortage

The curious case of Migron: Netanyahu vows to build more homes and Barak wants to destroy three Yesha homes although Peace Now withdraws its case.

Barak Wants to Use Colonial Era Laws to Silence Settlers

Defense minister Ehud Barak raised specter of using British era colonial laws to deny residents of Judea and Samaria the right to protest.

Barak: Weakened Assad Benefits Hizbullah

Defense minister Ehud Barak warned lawmakers Hizbullah is the big winner in Syria's unrest, adding 'it will be hard for Assad's regime to survive.

It’s Final: Barak Won’t Transfer Terrorist Bodies

After having suspended the decision to transfer bodies of terrorists to the PA, Barak makes final decision: no bodies will be transferred.

Barak Suspends Netanyahu’s Plan to Return Bodies of Terrorists

Barak suspends Netanyahu’s order to transfer 84 bodies of terrorists to the Palestinian Authority because the move might hurt freeng Schalit.

Iran 'Overstating' Its Abilities; Israel Ready

Netanyahu, Peres, Barak tell graduating IAF pilots Iran is overstating its abilities and, while Israel seeks peace, its first priority is security.