Avigdor Liberman

Liberman: No One Takes Ya'alon Seriously

FM slams defense minister after demanding his portfolio, petitions ban on Charlie Hebdo saying no one else protesting for free speech.

Liberman: We Will Demand the Defense Ministry

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says his party will demand that its member be Defense Minister as a condition for joining a coalition.

Liberman Displays Banned Charlie Hebdo in Tel Aviv

Elections committee bans satire magazine featuring Mohammed, but Liberman vows not to allow silencing for terrorists.

Yisrael Beytenu to Appeal Election Committee's Ruling

Yisrael Beytenu will appeal to Supreme Court against Central Election Committee's ruling to bar party's distribution of Charlie Hebdo issue.

Rogue Diplomats Face Hearing for anti-Netanyahu Comments

Israeli diplomats who used social media to criticize Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and other officials could be fired, officials said.

Liberman: 'No Article Justifies Bloodshed'

Election Committee upholds petition from MK Ahmed Tibi against distributing Charlie Hebdo; Liberman vows to stop 'terrorism' from within.

Marzel: I Am Going to Wipe the Smirk Off Zoabi's Face

Baruch Marzel filed a petition seeking to bar the united Arab list consisting of Hadash, Balad, Ra'am and Ta'al from the elections.

Petition Filed Against Avigdor Liberman, Baruch Marzel

Arab MK demands that Yisrael Beytenu chairman, Otzma Yehudit representative be barred from 20th Knesset elections.

Liberman Praises Jordanian King for Executing ISIS Terrorists

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman on Wednesday praised Jordan's King Abdullah for executing two terrorists in 'revenge' against ISIS.

Liberman: UN Gaza Probe Like 'Cain Investigating Abel's Murder'

Liberman welcomes resignation of UN 'war crimes' probe head, but says findings of 'prejudiced' UNHRC will not be different due to it.

Liberman: We Will Not Join a Left-Wing Government

In interview with Yediot Aharonot, Liberman discusses upcoming elections and the future government, Hezbollah's attack and 'Bottlegate.'

Liberman Calls For 'Disproportionate' Response Against Hezbollah

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman urges IDF to respond fiercely to Hezbollah attack, 'as if it were the US or China.'

Liberman to Russia: PA's Manipulation of ICC Will Hurt You Too

At a meeting with Russian FM Sergey Lavrov, Avigdor Liberman discussed regional issues including Iran, Syria, and the PA.

Nationalists Determined to Distribute Charlie Hebdo in Israel

Yisrael Beytenu protests over last-minute cancellation of satirical magazine's debut in Israel after 'veiled threats' from Arab MKs.

Liberman Orders Party Activists to Distribute Charlie Hebdo

Yisrael Beytenu head responds to reports of threat against bookstore, calls on party activists to buy, and distribute, Charlie Hebdo.

Liberman: Police are Manipulating the Public

FM Avigdor Liberman accuses police of trying to keep Yisrael Beytenu corruption scandal in public eye through constant leaks and headlines.

Yisrael Beytenu Presents Knesset List

Several previous MKs likely to find themselves without seats as they are bumped down the list.

Liberman: 'No Chance' We'll Sit with Meretz

Foreign Minister throws cold water on Herzog's chances of forming a coalition.

ICC Launches Probe into Israeli 'War Crimes'

ICC prosecutor opens a preliminary probe into possible war crimes committed by Israel. Netanyahu: This decision is scandalous.

Liberman Wonders 'When Will EU Condemn Belgium and France?'

FM cynically asks when EU, perennial critic of Israeli counter-terror, will slam Europeans for 'excessive force' and demand negotiations.

Yisrael Beytenu purge?

Fifth MK Abandons Yisrael Beytenu: Yair Shamir Not in Running

Agricultural Minister doesn't submit candidacy for list - Liberman says 'we'll talk about it,' as party keeps sinking amid scandal.

'Ariel for Israel, Umm el-Fahm for Palestine'

Avigdor Liberman says Yisrael Beytenu will join any government which supports its controversial 'transfer' plan, with major land swaps.

Liberman Slams 'Neighborhood Bully' Erdogan

FM responds to Erdogan's tirade 'that takes us back to 1930s,' condemns European leaders who tolerate anti-Semitism, and CNN.

Liberman Made Resigning MKs an 'Offer They Couldn't Refuse'

Former deputy minister Ayalon reveals Liberman's 'method' of forcing MKs and ministers to step down, explaining string of resignations.

Liberman: Paris Attack Shows Israel Must Outlaw Islamic Movement

FM Avigdor Liberman says lesson of Paris attack is to preemptively strike against extremist movements that harm our borders.

Worldwide Condemnation of Charlie Hebdo Attack

Governments and free press groups alike condemn 'sickening' attack on satirical newspaper, call to combat terror.

Report: Ex-Aide to Liberman 'May Have Been Murdered'

Michael Palkov disappeared 6 months ago and is suspected of money laundering. 'May have faked death.'

Journalist Sharon Gal Joins Yisrael Beytenu

Longtime journalist Sharon Gal announces he will run with Liberman, says he has never hidden his political views.

Liberman, Mossad Men Reportedly Met Top Arab Official in Paris

Foreign Minister reportedly met a high ranking Arab personage in Paris, together with Mossad agents.

Liberman: The EU is Israel's Biggest Challenge

Liberman says Oslo Accords, status quo have both collapsed, notes EU crucial for Israel's economic interests.

Report: Kirschenbaum Quit, and Then Changed Her Mind

Deputy Interior Minister decided not to run in elections due to corruption allegations, changed her mind upon request from Liberman.

Bibi Keeps Liberman Out of Emergency Session

Discussion of reaction to Abbas's signing of Rome Statute included the defense minister – but strangely, not the foreign minister.

Liberman: 'Abbas Doesn't Threaten Us'

'Even a deaf, blind, dumb judge knows' that the PA is 'the only one who commits war crimes here,' Liberman says.

Revealed

Israeli Businessman Behind PA UN Bid Rejection

Businessman working abroad in Africa said to be behind other defenses of Israel, quietly helped rally support against PA.

Israeli Ministers Slam 'Failed PA Provocation at UN'

Foreign minister, defense minister and others say PA resolution shows it is committed to delegitimization not Oslo, suggest it be disbanded.

Liberman: Corruption Scandal Purposely Timed for Elections

'The investigation was coordinated with the elections,' Liberman asserts, demanding 'satisfactory explanation' from state prosecutor.

Liberman: 'Mysterious Forces' Are Always Trying to Hurt Us

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says his party is being targeted by police before every election, vows his party "will come out strong".

Likud Candidate Says Liberman Part of a 'Left-Wing Conspiracy'

Former Likud MK Ayoub Kara says the issue in upcoming elections is the stark contrast between the “clear right” and the “clear left.”

MK Mizrahi: Corruption Arrests Not Connected to Elections

'Police would not arrest people if there was no solid evidence,' former head of Investigative Branch says of corruption scandal.

Liberman: Phony Likud 'Rightists' Can't Lecture Me

Avigdor Liberman slams Likud members who called him soft on the peace process; 'The Likud led the disengagement.'

Liberman 'Plays Dumb' over Corruption Case

Liberman claims he only knows 'what I heard from the news'; again says he is open to joining with Labor.

Liberman 'Expels Jews to Cover Corruption Scandals Like Sharon'

Backlash at Liberman for call to expel Jews to placate EU amid corruption scandal; Yisrael Beytenu claims it is 'targeted.'

Swerving leftward

Liberman Calls for Jewish Expulsions to Pacify EU

Liberman in closed meeting urges regional peace agreement to avoid EU sanctions, says 'we will have to evacuate settlements.'

Liberman, Steinitz: PA Move Will Only Bring War

Foreign Minister Avigdor Libeman condemned the PA for submitting a draft resolution to the UN Security Council to force Israel to withdraw.

Liberman: EU Pressure on Israel Undermines Peace

FM slams EU's unilateral moves to remove Hamas from terror blacklist, recognize 'Palestine.' Liberman: they should pressure the PA.

Liberman: Israel Will Not Be Dictated to by the PA

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman urges Israel to be proactive in fighting international pressure, forge ties with 'moderate' Arab world.

Liberman Hits Back at 'Hysterical' Jewish Home

Yisrael Beytenu chairman blasts Jewish Home, Likud for 'mislabeling' him as left-wing; is aiming for 15 seats.

Likud: Voting for Liberman Could Mean a Leftist Government

Likud and Yisrael Beytenu banter back and forth after Foreign Minister Liberman says he would not rule out joining a Labor-led coalition.

Liberman Won’t Rule Out Joining Labor Coalition

Foreign Minister says rotation agreement between Livni, Herzog was a mistake.

PA's 'Delusional Accusations' over Abu Ein Death are Incitement

Liberman charges the PA of inciting violence by accusing Israel of murder in heart-attack of convicted terrorist turned minister.

'The Left Wants to Return to the Disaster of Oslo'

Prof. Bley says short memory spans are leading Israel in circles, yet pushes Liberman's plan of land concessions as 'something new.'

Netanyahu Vows 'Not to Stop Working' to Free Pollard

Netanyahu holds first Cabinet meeting since Knesset dissolution, vows to keep Israel safe - and working to free the longtime prisoner.

Report: Bibi Tried to Talk Liberman into Putting Off Elections

Yediot Aharonot says Netanyahu visited Liberman, who is sitting shiva for his mother, and tried to coax him on the matter.

Report: Lapid, Liberman and Kahlon May Cooperate

Yair Lapid, Avigdor Liberman and Moshe Kahlon, who wish to see Netanyahu out as PM, may cooperate in the elections, says Channel 10.

'Liberman Needs to Decide - Is He Right- or Left-Wing?'

Likud Dept. Minister Tzipi Hotovely says Israeli voters need to focus on the policies, not personalities, of parties; takes a dig at Lapid.

New Knesest a matter of time

Liberman Confirms Imminent Elections an 'Established Fact'

Key coalition member argues government should have joined together, instead 'we are going to quarrel for several months.'

United we fall?

Liberman's Campaign: Divide Israel for 'Unity'

FM Avigdor Liberman's election campaign for Yisrael Beytenu urges giving Arab 'Triangle' area to create Palestinian state to 'unify' Jews.

Knesset under the crosshairs

Hamas Threatens: All Israeli Leaders 'Legitimate Targets'

Hours after Liberman assassination plot foiled, Hamas calls for more 'revenge' against 'leaders of the occupation.'

Israel Foils Hamas Plot to Assassinate Liberman

Three Hamas terrorists planned to assassinate foreign minister using RPG missiles as revenge for Operation Protective Edge.

Liberman: Responsibility for Synagogue Massacre Lies With Abbas

Foreign Minister says 'despicable act of murder' the result of PA chief's constant 'anti-Semitic remarks,' urges international condemnation.