Avigdor Liberman

Israel Joins Powerful UN Human Rights Groups

Israel participates, for the first time, in JUSCANZ, a UN grouping which advises the UN Human Rights Council.

Liberman: 'Iran Threatens World Behind Mask of Smiles'

Liberman responds to Iran missile tests, Islamic Revolution parades and 'death to Israel' chants before trip to France.

Liberman: Kerry Isn't an Anti-Semite

Liberman attacks critics of Kerry's pressure and boycott threats on Israel, defends Kerry as honest broker of peace.

Liberman: I'm willing to be Evicted – for Peace

Foreign Minister said that there is 'a huge and substantial difference' between his views and Bennett's

State Department Welcomes Liberman's Comments on Kerry

State Department spokeswoman welcomes Liberman's remarks that Kerry "is a true friend of Israel".

Liberman: Kerry 'A Good Friend of Israel'

Foreign Minister praises Secretary of State, blasts Bennett over 'belligerence,' calls Meretz an 'Arab party in Israel.'

Livnat: 'Fear Has Won' in Snub of Ariel Zilber

Minister of Culture Limor Livnat blasts ACUM over decision to revoke Ariel Zilber's prize.

Liberman Purges Senior Foreign Ministry Official Over Leaks

Foreign ministry official had been telling press 'it's impossible to stop the boycott and the political echelons don't take it seriously.'

Liberman Slams 'Bolshevik' Music Award Snub of Religious Singer

Liberman slams ACUM music award for withdrawing lifetime achievement award for Ariel Zilber after leftists foment against him.

Report: Netanyahu Supports Liberman Land Swap Plan

Maariv cites "senior Likud sources" Friday in report claiming Prime Minister supports population swap plan.

Liberman Calls on EU Envoys to Explain Pro-Palestinian Bias

Following EU call on Israel to explain building in Judea and Samaria, Israel fires back with its own demands for an explanation.

Israel Joins European Nuclear Research Org.

Israel is first non-European member to join nuclear research group; Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman attends acceptance ceremony.

Liberman Hints Israel, Kerry are on the Same Page

'Israel is willing to go far,' says Foreign Minister, and 'the gap between our positions and those of the US is 'bridgeable.'

Liberman Seeks ‘New Page’ with UN Rights Council

Liberman expresses interest in fresh start vis-a-vis UNHRC, after cutting ties in 2012 due to persistent bias.

Liberman Turns Heads in Praising Kerry's Offer

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman turns some heads, urges Israel to accept the peace deal currently being brokered by Washington.

Liberman: Israel's Arabs are Suddenly Zionists?

Foreign Minister points out hypocrisy of Arab citizens who denounce Israel, yet refuse to be citizens of PA.

Israeli Government Officials Attacked by Negev Bedouin

Foreign Minister condemns attack on Israeli officials, vows to end lawlessness and 'impunity' of Bedouin in southern Israel.

Meretz MK: Transfer Liberman's Home into PA

Arab MK counters Foreign Minister's idea for land swaps with PA, suggests his Judean community be cut off from Israel.

'Israel Cannot Get Rid of Israeli Citizens'

Finance Minister Yair Lapid attacks Liberman land swap plan, which would see Israeli-Arab communities incorporated into future PA state.

Leftist Leader: Liberman Inciting 'Transfer'

MK Galon says foreign minister's insistence on swapping Israeli Arabs for Jewish settlers is racist.

Liberman: Israel’s Border to be ‘Near Highway 6’

Liberman supports agreement, but asks how new PA state will handle 3 million new Arab residents.

Erekat Fears Israel will Kill Abbas

Chief PA negotiator claims he fears for Abbas's life because of a letter by FM Liberman demanding that Abbas be removed.

Israeli Offer to PA: Annex Israeli Arabs

Maariv reports Israel is offering that the PA receive Israeli Arab population centers in return for settlement blocs.

Liberman: 'Be Like the British - Let Terrorists Hunger Strike'

Foreign Minister calls for rearrest of released terrorist who called for kidnapping of IDF soldiers, notes British model in hunger strikes.

Liberman with 'New Ally', China's Foreign Minister

Strengthening bilateral ties, including increased airline service and business growth, discussed in Chinese minister's visit.

Yisrael Beytenu to Run Independently in Next Election

Liberman has reportedly decided to run separately from Likud, is waiting for the right time to make announcement.

Attorney General Will Not Appeal Liberman Acquittal

Justice ministry officially announces decision to uphold court ruling, confirms rumors that Weinstein defied calls for an appeal.

Likud Central Committee May Veto Union with Yisrael Beytenu

The Likud Central Committee, which will convene on Wednesday, may veto a future union with Liberman’s party.

Report: A-G Won't Appeal Liberman Verdict

Officials recommend that Attorney General Weinstein not appeal Foreign Minister's recent acquittal.

CERN Accepts Israel

Israel is now a full member of the European Organization for Nuclear Research. Min. Liberman: 'a day of pride.'

Herzog: Liberman Trying to Sabotage the Peace Process

Opposition leader slams Foreign Minister for saying that there is no chance of peace with the PA in the near future.

Liberman: Israel-PA Dialogue May Fail, But Important to Continue

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman, speaking from the Saban Center for Middle Eastern Policy in Washington, stresses importance of talks.

Liberman and Bennett Unite to Torpedo Prawer Plan

Agreement between 2 charges that relevant info has been hidden from MKs in debates over plan to organize Bedouin Negev settlement.

Liberman Meets Ban at UN Headquarters

Foreign Minister Liberman meets UN chief. Iran and peace talks are among issues discussed.

Avigdor Liberman to Meet with John Kerry in Washington

FM flying to US this week after talks resume with PA, as polls show Israeli confidence in US relationship plummeting.

'Prove to Tibi and Friends that Violence Does Not Pay'

Transportation Minister addresses 'day of rage,' stating: 'the road to hell is paved with good intentions.'

Tibi: Liberman 'A Fascist Immigrant Who Stole Arab Land'

MK Ahmed Tibi slams Foreign Minister, who said that Bedouin stole state land.

Liberman: 'Building Permits Aren't Only Required For Jews'

Foreign Minister attacks 'day of rage' protests over plan to organize illegal Bedouin settlement, calls for new plan and no benefits.

Yisrael Beytenu and Likud to Continue Cooperation

Yisrael Beytenu conference decides to continue cooperation with the Likud, postpones decision on a formal merger.

Liberman: Israel Facing Tough Decisions

Foreign Minister says Iran deal means Israel will have to make tough choices with ‘all options on the table.’

Liberman to International Community: Do Not Enable Nuclear Iran

At conference Friday, FM emphasizes importance of refuting Iran deal, maintaining US-Israel ties.

Rotation Agreement for Knesset Chairman of Foreign Affairs

After administrative upheaval from return of Avigdor Liberman to FM, Tzachi HaNegbi, Ofer Shelah to alternate position on rotation.

Kerry: Deal 'Best Chance' to Stop Nuclear Iran

After meeting with defense officials, Kerry still backs precarious Iran deal, but also vows not to let Iran 'buy time.'

Min. Liberman: Link with US has Weakened

Israel needs to seek new allies that are not dependent on money from the Islamic world, says Foreign Minister.

Liberman: Israel Needs Allies, Not 'Painful Concessions'

Back in office and true to form, Foreign Minister denounces 'painful concessions' for peace, says Israel needs to search for allies.

Avigdor Liberman Reinstated as Foreign Minister in Knesset Vote

Liberman takes oath of office after 62-17 vote for reinstatement; returns after year fighting corruption charges. Leftist MKs up in arms.