Avigdor Liberman

Liberman: Netanyahu's conduct is 'catastrophic'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman blasts Prime Minister over his government's policy in fighting terror.

Liberman calls to sanction Turkey over attack on basketball team

Yisrael Beytenu chairman demands Israel take action against Turkey, after Israeli women’s basketball team harassed during a game in Ankara.

Liberman: Swedish FM's comments 'cynical and hypocritical'

Yisrael Beytenu denounces Swedish Foreign Minister over comments linking Paris attacks with Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Liberman: Government policy caused terrorist attack

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says terrorist attack near Otniel was caused by Israeli government's policy of containment.

Liberman: Yisrael Beytenu 'the only secular right-wing party'

Avigdor Liberman slams Likud as 'sellouts' to haredi community after changes slated for draft law.

'Obama feeding nest of anti-Semitism'

Criticism from the PM's new Head of Public Diplomacy Ran Baratz is not limited to Israeli politicians, but extends to US leaders as well.

'Embarrassing concession'

PA funeral of honor for terrorists' bodies returned by Israel

Five bodies returned in breach of Cabinet decision; Liberman: 'this is ransom pay.' Zionist Camp: hypocritical 'govt. is weak.'

Liberman: Why is Islamic Movement still legal?

'Government making empty promises,' ex-FM says, claims resident status of terrorists is not being revoked.

'They're trying to get us used to knife attacks'

Gush Etzion head demands government move 'from defense to attack,' while Liberman warns government accepting stabbings like Gaza rockets.

Liberman warns: Nasrallah's 'writing is on the wall'

Yisrael Beytenu head warns Hezbollah leader's rare statement last week means that soon Syria engagement will end - and Israel is next.

Liberman Attacks Netanyahu, Ya'alon: Terrorism Their Fault

The government's inability to fulfill its own promises to fight internal incitement is to blame for the ongoing terror wave, Liberman says.

Liberman Blasts 'Stuttering' Government Over Terror

Former Foreign Minister says Israel wears 'a badge of shame' for not presenting clear goals as terrorists get more advanced.

Poll: Who can Stop Terror? Liberman, Not Netanyahu

Channel 2 poll reveals 29% believe Liberman is best for security, 17% back PM and 11% Bennett. 72% unsatisfied with Netanyahu.

Analysis

As Terrorism Grips Israel, Liberman Eyes His Comeback

Just six months ago, commentators were writing the Yisrael Beytenu leader off. How wrong they were.

Liberman: Arab Violence is an 'Organized Campaign'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman warns that the wave of Arab violence goes beyond Jerusalem, calls on the government to act.

Arab List Head Won't Denounce Rock Terror

MK Odeh 'won't place red lines before the Arab nation in its struggle'. Liberman: he's a terrorist spitting in the face of the Jews.

Liberman: Don't Fund Terrorists, Execute Them

He's said it before, but this time Avigdor Liberman hopes that the powers that be will pay attention: 'stop funding terrorism.'

Liberman: 'Anti-Semitic' Abbas to Blame for Jerusalem Stabbings

Abbas and PA incitement have sparked the terror - but the state must respond decisively, Liberman urges.

Liberman: The Government Must Act Against Terror

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says the government must take harsh action against the ongoing terrorism in recent weeks.

Liberman: Netanyahu 'All Talk, and No Action'

Prime Minister is a gifted orator, Liberman admits, before slamming his 'inability' to make decisions.

Minister Denounces Arab MKs' 'Recipe of Hatred'

Joint List MK Jamal Zahalka crossed a red line in harassing the Israel Police, Miri Regev and Avigdor Liberman warn.

Liberman Calls to Prosecute Arab MK for Temple Mount Violence

Yisrael Beytenu party leader turns to Attorney General over video of MK Jamal Zahalka joining Islamists cursing Jewish visitors, police.

Liberman: 'The Last Thing the World Should Deal with is Israel'

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon called on the int'l community to pressure Israel, PA into talks. Liberman: UN's priorities are wrong.

Liberman Demands Bennett Fire Arab School Directors

Yisrael Beytenu head urges education minister to sack directors of Sakhnin schools where students protested in calls for 'intifada.'

Liberman: There Are Many Alternatives to Netanyahu

Yisrael Beytenu chair refuses to let up attacks on Binyamin Netanyahu, now suggesting himself as prime minister in his stead.

Liberman: There's No Prime Minister in Israel

Yisrael Beytenu chairman blames Netanyahu for rocket attack on the city of Sderot.

Liberman: Netanyahu 'Shooting the State in the Foot'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman blasts Netanyahu for transferring funds to Arab municipalities through Arab MKs.

Yisrael Beytenu MK: Liberman Will One Day be Prime Minister

MK Sharon Gal blasts Netanyahu's government and predicts Avigdor Liberman will one day lead the country.

Liberman: Elections Will 'Definitely' Take Place in 2016

After Yair Lapid, second wannabe prime minister expresses confidence that the Netanyahu government would soon fall.

You won't believe your eyes

Shameful: IDF Soldier Abandoned to Arab Mob in Nabi Salah

Calls for emergency Knesset meeting after soldier filmed being beaten by Arab women and children; Liberman: Gov't shows weakness.

Liberman Blasts 'Chatterbox' Barak for Spilling Iran Secrets

Details of government talks to strike Iran's nuclear sites should never have been released to public, former foreign minister asserts.

'Weak sauce'

Liberman: IDF Response to Syria Was 'Bulls***'

Ex-FM criticizes IDF retaliation to rocket fire, saying strikes on infrastructure mean 'they hit empty space pretending to do something.'

Liberman Dismisses 'Leperous' Hotovely

Liberman brushes off accusations of weakness during his tenure as FM, calls current Deputy Foreign Minister Hotovely a 'leper.'

Liberman Blasts Netanyahu for Weakening Foreign Ministry

Former FM says that decentralization of the crucial office has led to gaping foreign policy holes - and just when Israel needs it most.

PM: 'Where is the Outcry about Terror Against Jews?'

Netanyahu and other Israeli politicians respond to car attack, praising IDF soldiers for shooting terrorist and calling for a crackdown.

No-Confidence Motion Filed Over Beit El Demolitions

Yisrael Beytenu demands government be replaced 'immediately' after demolition saga ends, says Netanyahu unfit to lead.

Netanyahu-Liberman Deal Proves Successful

Both Likud and Yisrael Beytenu's chosen candidates elected by Knesset to serve as reps for the Judicial Selection Committee.

Netanyahu Slams 'Bitter Mistake of Historic Proportions'

PM condemns deal, as former FM Liberman says 'today will be remembered in history as a black day for the entire free world.'

Liberman: Israel Must Not Try to Influence Congress on Iran Deal

With the Iranian nuclear deal imminent, it goes to Congress for approval. But Avigdor Liberman advised against trying to influence that body

Government Committee to Discuss Terrorist Death Sentence Bill

Liberman vows to show terrorists 'prison day-camp' is over, while Zionist Union MK says death penalty will just create martyrs.

'Even as Foreign Minister No One Told Me About Hamas Captives'

MK says although he was Foreign Minister and Cabinet member, he only learned of the case from the media.

Coalition Chairman Mulls a Liberman Return

While Likud's Tzahi Hanegbi boasts 'we split the opposition,' there's no certainty Yisrael Beytenu will join Netanyahu's latest government.

Will Shas Turn Back the Clock on Rabbinate Reforms?

Conversion law may be overturned and Religious Affairs Ministry to take control of rabbinical courts, should Shas reforms pass.

Terror Theater's Manager Steps Down

Al Midan Theater claims its manager's temporary leave unrelated to ongoing public storm over play about life of terrorist murderer.

Liberman Demands Haifa Mayor Resign for Funding Terror Theater

Responding to decision to return theater funding, Yisrael Beytenu head says Yahav 'confused freedom of speech and freedom to incite.'

Liberman: We're Not the Government's Babysitter

Despite support for gas compromise, Liberman intends to vote against the government this evening.

Report: Netanyahu Considering Severing Ties with UNHRC

Prime Minister allegedly says in closed session that UNHRC's Gaza report has placed its relationship with Israel at risk.

Liberman Calls for 'War' Against 'Diplomatic Terrorist' Abbas

Responding to PA suit against Israel at ICC, ex-foreign minister argues there will be no chance of peace as long as Abbas is in power.

Liberman: A Government That Allows Rocket Fire Shouldn't Exist

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says Israel cannot put up with “trickling” of rocket fire, calls on government to take action.

Hadash Party Calls to Boycott All of Judea-Samaria

Communist party's BDS campaign exceeds Meretz's in its virulent opposition to all Jews over 1949 Armistice lines - will it be denied funds?

Liberman: Stop Funding Parties Who Advocate BDS

Yisrael Beytenu head proposes a law to strip funding of Knesset parties that support boycotts of products from Judea and Samaria.

Despite US Criticism, Liberman Calls for Building in E1

Liberman visits Jerusalem suburb, calls out Netanyahu's coalition for not keeping promises to develop for continuity amid US pressure.

Liberman: If Terrorists Won't Eat, Let Them Sit Hungry

Liberman blasts gov't for giving in to terrorists, announces opposition to bill mandating force-feeding of security prisoners.

Hamas: Israel Will Face Judgment for Gaza Report's 'Lies'

Hamas said Sunday night that Israel, and not it, would pay the price for the “lies” in Israel's report on Operation Protective Edge.

Liberman: Israel's Report on Gaza Correct, UN's is 'Trash'

Former Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman praised the report released by Israel on Operation Protective Edge.

Arab Israeli Poet Breaks Law, Enters 'Enemy' Lebanon

Liberman demands Marwan Makhoul be arrested upon returning from Beirut for flaunting travel ban to enemy state, threatens steps if he isn't.

Bennett to Liberman: Stop the Nonsense, Join the Coalition

Jewish Home chairman urges Yisrael Beytenu head to “stop the nonsense” and join the coalition.

'His Experience and Wisdom Will Be Missed'

MKs from Left and Right say goodbye to former Yisrael Beytenu MK David Rotem, who passed away Monday at age 66.

Liberman: Israel Gives Hamas 'Tacit Approval' to Attack

Blaming renewed Gaza rocket fire on lack of 'deterrence', Liberman asserts next war is coming and Netanyahu's gov't won't last.

Liberman: PM's 'Restraint Policy' Led to the Rocket Fire

Yisrael Beytenu chairman urges government to respond to the rocket fire from Gaza and not "bomb empty sands".