Avigdor Liberman

'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".

Liberman on the Attack: Netanyahu is the Master of Zigzagging

War of words continues: Liberman says he joined opposition because Netanyahu 'abandoned' and no longer belongs to national camp.

Analysis: Is Liberman Being Blackmailed?

Yisrael Beytenu's behavior is either irrational or the behavior of someone who has a gun pointed to his head.

Netanyahu: Liberman Has Joined Leftists

Prime Minister says no one would have voted for Yisrael Beytenu had they known it would join Opposition to Likud. Liberman fires back.

'Tragedy of Hamas Border Attack Written on the Wall'

Responding to Hamas saying it paved road to attack kibbutz, Liberman slams PM for 'insisting to stay deaf,' warns to act before too late.

Liberman: Gaza Rockets Because Govt. Won't Destroy Hamas

Regev responds to rocket fire from Gaza by calling for response and blaming Hamas, while Liberman snipes at coalition.

Liberman: Appointments No Substitute for Clear Policy

Former FM Liberman attacks Netanyahu for abandoning policy in favor of a revolving door of Foreign Ministry appointments.

Expert: Netanyahu's Narrow Government Has Good Chance to Last

Despite 'empty threats' from opposition to topple government, even narrow coalition, with cohesion, could last its full term.

Liberman Slams PM over Meeting with Joint Arab List Leader

Describing Odeh as one of Israel's "fiercest opponents," Liberman denounces Netanyahu for agreeing to meet with the Joint Arab List chair.

Zionist Union Warns: Opposition Lacks Cohesion

Zionist Union sources say divide between Yisrael Beytenu and Joint Arab List may be too deep for opposition to make any real traction.

Hanegbi: This Government Can't Last Four Years

Likud MK Tzahi Hangebi calls on Liberman to return to coalition, says government can only last if it is broadened in next two months.

Last Minute Opposition Jabs Before Expansion Vote

Both Herzog and Liberman accuse Netanyahu's coalition members of putting their own egos before needs of Israeli people.

Liberman: I Deceived Voters? Netanyahu Did!

Yisrael Beytenu chair attacks Prime Minister for duplicity against immigrant community, promises to fight him from the Opposition.

Avigdor Liberman's Rebooting

Report: Liberman Offered Defense Ministry

Former FM reportedly offered Ya'alon's post to lure Yisrael Beytenu back into government; Liberman apparently turned the role down.

Video: Liberman Header Ties Knesset Soccer Game

Resigning foreign minister led Knesset team in match against members of the Russian Jewish Congress.

Bibi 'Won't Take Liberman Back Even If He Asks'

Liberman's surprise decision to bolt the coalition is connected to Israel Hayom saga, says analyst.

Speaker Edelstein Mystified by Liberman's Step

Knesset speaker is 'looking for an answer to why it is happening and cannot find one.'

Analysis: Liberman Could Just Be Posturing

Seasoned politician may just be pressuring Netanyahu to give him something to show his voters.

Liberman Predicts Elections by 2016

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says a coalition made up of 61 MKs will be short-lived, insists it's Likud's fault that he chose not to join.

Liberman Responds: My Word is My Word, Not a Slogan

In an all-out attack on Netanyahu Monday night, Liberman responds to wave of accusations following decision not to join coalition.

MKs Welcome, Fume Over Liberman's Coalition Announcement

Reactions range from fury to encouragement as MKs weigh the possibilities of a government without Yisrael Beytenu.

Analysis

Liberman's Gambit: Stroke of Genius or Political Suicide?

By announcing he won't join the coalition, Liberman is throwing down the gauntlet to Likud and Jewish Home - but it's a risky move.

Coalition crisis

Liberman Won't Join Netanyahu Government

Yisrael Beytenu to remain in Opposition, Liberman to resign as Foreign Minister. Could it torpedo the coalition?

Nepal: At Least 4,300 Dead, Rescue Efforts Intensify

Israel works with Nepal to rescue stranded hikers, who have reportedly faced violence from locals; 216 due to return Tuesday at noon.

Shamir Hints: Yisrael Beytenu Failed Because of Liberman

Agriculture Minister says that Liberman's "new strategy" is to blame for Yisrael Beytenu's winning just six seats.

Liberman Blasts South Africa After Israel Denies Minister a Visa

South African Communist Party describes Israel as "apartheid regime", evoking harsh response from FM Liberman.

Liberman to Place Hamas's Destruction as Coalition Condition

Report: Yisrael Beytenu to place obliterating Hamas on their agenda as part of talks, along with reinstating Liberman as FM.

Liberman: Bibi Biding His Time to Form Unity Government

Yisrael Beytenu chair accuses Netanyahu of biding time during coalition talks to then later go and form unity government with the Left.

Jewish Home: Netanyahu Still Giving Us 'Runaround'

A source in Jewish Home says it appears that Likud wants a government with its “natural allies” - but not with Jewish Home.

Likud to Jewish Home: Foreign Minister Reserved for Liberman

Channel 10 reports that Likud has informed Jewish Home negotiators their hands are tied when it comes to foreign affairs portfolio.

Yisrael Beytenu MK Ilan Shohat Resigns

Shohat to return to post as mayor of Tzfat; he will be replaced by MK Robert Ilatov.

Liberman Calls for Boycott of Arab List

Foreign Minister says the Joint Arab List should be boycotted by government ministries and in the Knesset.

The Race for Ministerial Positions Begins

Fight for defense and foreign portfolios are the big draws, but Likud candidates are all eager to grab ministerial positions for themselves.

Report: Liberman Already Seeking Defense Portfolio

Yisrael Beytenu head Avigdor Liberman is reportedly set to demand a high price for his joining Netanyahu's new coalition.

Almagor: Death Penalty for Terrorists as Part of Govt. Deal

The Almagor terror victims group called on Jewish Home and Yisrael Beytenu to demand a law for the death penalty for terrorists.

Liberman: Yisrael Beytenu Survived a 'Targeted Assassination'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says "forces within and outside the political system" tried to eliminate his party.

Liberman: Vote for 'Any Zionist Party' - Even Meretz

Yisrael Beytenu head urges voters to vote for any party, even Meretz, which would 'preserve the Jewish Zionist character' of Israel.

Liberman Vows to Destroy Hamas as Defense Minister

'The only agreement that can be obtained with Hamas is that they be buried underground,' Liberman states at campaign visit.

Politicians Rally for Votes With Elections Hours Away

One day before elections, Netanyahu warns Right they must choose Likud to ensure victory, while Herzog stresses importance of change.

Zoabi: Arab MKs Represent 'Palestinian National Project'

Balad MK Hanin Zoabi tells Lebanese media she doesn't feel part of the Knesset, and her only role is to represent Palestinian 'struggle.'