Benjamin Netanyahu

Facing global hate, Israel launches new public diplomacy program

The Government has approved the establishment of the ‘Masa Diplomacy’ program to strengthen Israeli advocacy through young Diaspora Jews.

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Netanyahu warned that Israel will not stand by if attacked. 'Don't count on there being silence if you attack us.'

Government approves new name for highway

Government announces Highway 443 to be renamed, honoring late Minister David Levy.

'Greatest comeback in history'

Netanyahu reflects on war, US ties and Graham's legacy

Prime Minister Netanyahu discusses the sudden passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Israel's military progress against Iran, and ties with Trump in radio interview with Sid Rosenberg.

Netanyahu: Israel has lost one of its greatest friends

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mourns death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, says he 'devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world.'

'Netanyahu's a liar'

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: 'You can trust Eisenkot'

Shas Council of Torah Sages member Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef is poised to throw his support behind Gadi Eisenkot in the race for prime minister, as frustration with Prime Minister Netanyahu grows.

Likud reserved spots

Netanyahu reserving four slate positions for Smotrich

The Prime Minister is seeking approval for eight reserved spots on the Likud slate - half of which are intended to enable a technical merger with the Religious Zionist party and reserve spots for its candidates.

Chabad rabbis from Florida met with Netanyahu

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a special and moving meeting with a delegation of Chabad emissaries and prominent rabbis from communities in Florida.

Leading Sephardic rabbi takes aim at Netanyahu

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, former Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Israel, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has 'no chance' of ever repenting - but an opposition leader may yet.

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These are the MKs Netanyahu wants to remove from the Likud

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to improve Likud's image, by removing four ministers and an MK, Channel 12 News says. Likud: Fake news.

Behind the leak investigation:

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded Shin Bet investigate leak to news outlet regarding timing of Israel's strike on Iran, forcing Shin Bet chief David Zini to capitulate.

Yoaz Hendel:

'I will not hand Netanyahu a 61-seat majority'

In an interview following his political merger with Chili Tropper, the former minister lays out his conditions for joining a coalition and launches a sharp critique of the current government.

Netanyahu speaks to Trump: Security zones are needed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to Trump, raises the severity of Erdogan's statements, and highlights the need for security zones along Israel's borders.

Netanyahu: 'New challenges in the Middle East'

At the Air Force graduation ceremony, Netanyahu highlighted new regional challenges and the need to preserve Israel’s air superiority amid reports of F-35 sale to Turkey.

Political shakeup:

Likud's new challenger on the right

MK Yuli Edelstein says hundreds of thousands of right-wing voters no longer have a political home. From haredi enlistment to Netanyahu and the future of the Right, Edelstein lays out why he believes a broad Zionist government is the only path forward.

After arguing with ministers:

Zini urges Attorney General to investigate Channel 12

After rejecting the ministers’ demands and coming under heavy pressure, Zini urged AG for approval to investigate suspicions that the launch date of Operation Roaring Lion was leaked.

Netanyahu:

Israel is restoring ruins and ties in Venezuela

Netanyahu praised Israel's aid delegation after it helped draft Venezuela's national reconstruction plan following the devastating earthquake.

American TV commentator:

President Trump is going to continue to stand with Israel

Appearing on I24News in Israel, Henry Public Relations CEO and Newsmax TV contributor Bryan Leib told the Israeli audience ‘President Trump is going to continue to stand with Israel… America first doesn’t mean America alone.’

Netanyahu hints he has chosen successor

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted that he already has a potential successor in mind but declined to reveal the person's identity or say when he plans to step aside.

Netanyahu:

'Trump looks after America, I look after Israel'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses diplomatic relations with Trump, explaining that personal friendship is distinct from the differing interests of the two nations.

New identity:

Prime Minister Netanyahu's son changes his name

Benjamin Netanyahu's son, Yair, is now officially known in state documents as 'Yonatan Han.'

President Trump:

Netanyahu has been a 'great wartime prime minister'

Speaking alongside Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, President Donald Trump praises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wartime leadership, saying Israel’s security depended on strong leadership, while discussing Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, and regional developments.

Hospital spokesman reveals: Israeli doctor saved Erdogan's life

Former spokesman for Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv says senior doctor traveled to Turkey offering Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan life-saving treatment. 'Man, who today threatens Jews is alive and breathing thanks to a Jew.'

Netanyahu:

'Iran strikes averted crisis, US F-35s to Turkey a mistake'

Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Newsmax that joint military actions thwarted Iran's nuclear threat but criticizes providing F-35 jets to Turkey.

F-35 to Turkey concerns

Hegseth slated for first Israel visit

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is planning a Wednesday visit to Israel to address concerns over a proposed F-35 fighter jet sale to Turkey, according to CNN.

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Netanyahu warns against possible US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey

Netanyahu tells CNN that he urged Trump directly not to sell the jets to Turkey, as doing so would 'destroy the power balance in the Middle East.'

'Your spirit is tremendous'

Moving meeting between Netanyahu and wounded troops

Visiting wounded IDF soldiers at Rambam Hospital, Prime Minister Netanyahu praised their resilience and said Israel is more united than it appears.

Netanyahu sends message to Turkish PM from Navy base in Haifa

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Haifa Naval Base: 'Our goal is to ensure the shipping lanes and the freedom of maritime trade.'

Watch: Netanyahu views video of Rebbe at farewell event

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins staff at Jerusalem Chabad-Lubavitch school, honoring wife Sara Netanyahu as she concludes 30 years of service as the school's psychologist.

'I would leave'

Lebanon's President rejects Netanyahu meeting

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly rejects reports of a potential meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, vowing to walk out if they are placed in the same room.

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Netanyahu sends urgent message to Trump before Turkey meeting

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses Iran’s funeral for ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reports of an alleged rift with President Donald Trump and the relations with Turkey

Netanyahu rejects reports of rift with Trump

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed reports of tensions with US President Donald Trump, insisting the two leaders remain closely aligned on key strategic issues, particularly Iran.

Netanyahu receives 100-settlement plan

Bereaved father Yehoshua Sherman, whose son was murdered by an Arab terrorist, presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a new plan to settle open areas of Areas A and B of Judea and Samaria.

Trump: Netanyahu knows who the boss is

US President Donald Trump tells Axios that he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'get along very good,' claims he could've killed everyone at late Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral.

'Complete fabrication'

Netanyahu rejects report that Israel targeted Iranian negotiators

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office vehemently denies a New York Times report alleging that Israel plotted to assassinate key Iranian envoys during US peace talks.

Netanyahu and Trump speak, agree to meet in US

PM Netanyahu speaks with President Trump to mark the US 250th Independence Day, with both leaders agreeing to hold a face-to-face meeting soon.

Released hostage:

'1000 days? I'm fighting a war of survival'

Hostage survivor Rom Braslavski says at an event marking 1,000 days since 10/7 that he has been battling PTSD every day since his release from Hamas captivity, and vows to continue sharing his story wherever he can.

Amb. Yechiel Leiter:

'Peace with Lebanon possible; only after Hezbollah is dismantled'

'Lebanon agreement is about defeating Hezbollah, not Israeli withdrawal,' says Ambassador Yechiel Leiter to JPPI's Jewish Crossroads and warns that Iran and anti-Israel disinformation remain the greatest threats.

Netanyahu's goal: Peace with Lebanon

At ceremony marking 20 years since Second Lebanon War, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows Israel will remain in security zone as long as necessary, says Israel ultimately wants peace between the two countries.

Netanyahu’s joke outrages bereaved families

During an interview, Netanyahu was asked what has changed in him since Oct. 7 and initially replied: "I lost a little weight." His words drew criticism from bereaved families.

PM on Gaza communities:

'You need to know when to act and when to speak'

Prime Minister asked in an interview about the possibility of establishing Jewish communities in Gaza following remarks by Smotrich, says that a distinction must be made between actions and public statements.

PM to troops in Southern Lebanon

We won't leave until the threat Is eliminated

Netanyahu, Katz and the deputy chief of staff toured the security strip in southern Lebanon.

'No place in public life'

Lapid and Gantz clash

Yesh Atid chair rejects possibility of sitting with Netanyahu, accuses Gantz of being PM's 'satellite.' Gantz responds by accusing Lapid of encouraging division after October 7th.

Likud reserved spots

Ari Spitz declines Netanyahu's offer

Netanyahu is demanding 11 reserved spots within the top 40 slots on the party list, including five in the top ten. The Prime Minister offers a reserved slot to wounded soldier Ari Spitz, who turned it down.

Likud schedules primaries for August 4

While the party has reached a consensus regarding the date of the primaries, there is still contention about how many candidates PM Netanyahu could personally select.

200 million NIS to strengthen Jewish education in diaspora

Under the plan, Israel and world Jewry will work together to increase the number of students in Jewish schools and to strengthen Jewish identity among the younger generation.

Netanyahu:

'No boycotts, I intend to form a broad national government'

The Prime Minister states his intention to form a broad national government following the elections, calling for an end to boycotts and societal division.

Netanyahu: Lebanon agreement major blow to Iran and Hezbollah

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Israel-Lebanon agreement, praises Lebanese government for courageous actions.

Netanyahu:

'We'll stay in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed'

In a video address, Prime Minister Netanyahu hails the Lebanon agreement as a major blow to Iran, vowing the IDF will stay in the security zone until Hezbollah disarms.

'You wanted a ceasefire'

Cabinet clashes over Lebanon policy

Government ministers, security officials, clash over policy for handling Hezbollah threat in Lebanon; IDF Chief of Staff slams, 'You wanted a ceasefire.'

'You have to be blind':

Netanyahu defends war's successes

Speaking at an IDF officers' graduation, Netanyahu praised Israel's wartime achievements while vowing further action against Iran and Hamas.

Netanyahu

There are times you must tell even the US Pres. what we stand for

PM Netanyahu defends decisions to enter Rafah, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, says he did not seek permission from either President Trump or President Biden.

Former IDF commander:

'We are in the worst security situation'

In an interview with Arutz Sheva at the Heart for Science, Technology and Security Conference, Maj. Gen. (res.) Itzhak Brik presents a bleak analysis of the current situation on the various fronts.

Gafni and Deri's ultimatum to Netanyahu

Shas and Degel HaTorah Chairmen threaten to support a bill to dissolve the Knesset next week if haredi parties' legislation is not advanced.

'Break free from dependency'

Netanyahu: Israel must achieve armaments independence

Netanyahu told reserve officers Israel is confronting Iran and its proxies while stressing the need for independent munitions production and strength.

Trump:

'If Iran doesn’t behave, I’ll do what I have to do'

President Trump warns Iran that he will take necessary action if they violate their agreement, while expressing confidence he can resolve disputes over Lebanon with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Netanyahu, Katz and Zamir issue a rare joint statement

The Prime Minister, Defense Minister, and IDF Chief of Staff issue a joint statement following reports of restrictions placed on the IDF's freedom of action in Lebanon.

Netanyahu: There are no restrictions on the IDF in Lebanon

The Prime Minister clarified that the directive to the IDF has not changed: full freedom of action against any threat to the forces or residents of northern Israel.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: Tell Trump the truth

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir demands that the Prime Minister explain to Trump the need for complete freedom of action in Lebanon.

Netanyahu calls primaries in Likud

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to hold primaries in Likud, assuming he can receive between 8 and 10 reserve slots on the party’s list for the Knesset.