Benjamin Netanyahu

Kerry Phones Netanyahu to Discuss Murder of Arab Teen

PM Netanyahu tells Kerry that he has asked for an investigation to find out who murdered Palestinian Arab teen.

MKs Call on Netanyahu to Fire Livni, Begin War on Terror

Israeli leaders begin to express frustration at lack of deterrence against terrorism, amid rising tensions and unrest.

Kadima Head Slams PM for 'Eroding Israel's Deterrence'

Shaul Mofaz, former IDF Chief of Staff and Defense Minister, says Netanyahu's policy led to abduction, rockets; 'no country would allow it.'

Netanyahu Criticizes Arab Leaders for Not Condemning Kidnapping

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns Israeli Arab leaders that without condemning abduction, they cannot be part of Israeli society.

Netanyahu Threatens Hamas: Stop The Rockets 'Or We Will'

Netanyahu says Israel 'will not allow continuation of rocket fire,' after morning of rocket attacks against southern communities.

Netanyahu: Islamic Extremism Getting Closer

PM Netanyahu asks the international community to support Jordan in fight against ISIS, back the independence of Iraq's Kurds.

Netanyahu Vows to Outlaw Raed Salah's Islamic Movement in Israel

Prime Minister blames Friday's anti-Israel rally on terror-linked group, promises to crack down following calls to abduct IDF soldiers.

Netanyahu: Impending Agreement with Iran is Very Bad

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns against the impending nuclear deal between Iran and the West.

PM Slams Hatnua MK Who Compared Hamas and Jewish Home

Netanyahu criticizes MK Mitzna for likening Jewish Home to terror group, Mitzna returns verbal fire.

Netanyahu Ejects Minister Ariel from Security Cabinet Meeting

An embarrassing incident at Security Cabinet meeting as Minister Bennett brings fellow minister from Jewish Home, angering Netanyahu.

Netanyahu: We Won't Rest Until We Find the Boys

PM Netanyahu addresses participants at a Taglit-Birthright event, calls on them to tell the truth about Israel in their home countries.

Netanyahu Calls out Hamas's 'War on Israel'

PM issues fierce response after Khaled Meshaal blesses abductors, says kidnapping 'a logical and natural reaction.'

Increasing Jewish Identity a 'Strategic Imperative'

Government officials emphasize the need to reach out to Diaspora Jewry during Government of Israel-World Jewry Joint Initiative conference.

Netanyahu Thanks ISA, IDF For Security Efforts

Prime Minister reassures public on Israel's safety, addressing Syria skirmishes, Mizrahi shooter arrest, and Operation Brothers' Keeper.

Netanyahu to Ban: No Doubt that Hamas Was Behind Kidnapping

Israel has information that proves without a doubt that Hamas was behind the kidnapping of three youths, PM tells UN chief.

PA Unity FM Accuses Israel of Fabricating the Abduction

Fatah-Hamas unity government foreign minister says Netanyahu 'has to put evidence on the table,' slams 'exaggerated' search.

Netanyahu: Abbas Will be Judged by Actions, Not Words

PMO dismisses PA Chairman's remarks on kidnapping, calls on him to prove he's serious by cancelling unity pact with Hamas.

World Mayors Call for the Release of Kidnapped Teens

Meeting between mayors, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, sees outpouring of support for IDF efforts from international community.

Tony Blair Attempts to Reason with Hamas Over Abduction

'The only way this is going to work is if all violence stops,' Quartet envoy states, in meeting with Netanyahu.

Hamas Denies 'Stupid' Accusations of Involvement in Kidnapping

Hamas claims Israel's arrests show IDF 'flailing around in the dark,' say arrests designed to 'break' Palestinian Arab morale.

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Netanyahu: Hamas Kidnapped Missing Boys

Prime Minister vows 'serious consequences' as he says Islamist terror group responsible for kidnapping.

Netanyahu Links Hamas-Fatah Government to Missing Students

Netanyahu speaks with Kerry, says yeshiva boys’ disappearance directly related to Hamas-Fatah unity.

Ignoring Threats of Impeachment, Livni Meets with PA Officials

PA sources say Justice Minister has not only met with 'unity' government representatives this week, but has continued contact.

Netanyahu: We Kill Those Who Want to Kill Us

"Our policy is clear - kill those who rise up to kill us," says PM Netanyahu after the IDF eliminates a Gaza terrorist.

Knesset Rejects Civil Marriage Bill

Civil marriage shot down in landslide vote; Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu attends to personally place opposing vote.

Lapid Hits Back at Netanyahu: His Experience Hasn't Led to Peace

Ping pong match between the Prime Minister and the Finance Minister continues.

PM Mocks 'Inexperienced Lapid' for Contradicting Himself

Prime Minister Netanyahu slams Finance Minister Yair Lapid, branding him too inexperienced to make decisions on security.

PM Awards Medals to Tapuah Junction Heroes

Prime Minister Netanyahu presented medals to soldiers who bravely prevented a major terror attack in Samaria last week.

Netanyahu Thanks Hollande for Capture of Brussels Terrorist

Netanyahu hails France's capture of Medhi Nemmouche, thanks Hollande for his stand against anti-Semitism.

PM: Force Feed Hunger-Striking Terrorists

About 70 terrorist prisoners who are on a hunger strike are in hospitals, refusing to accept medical care.

Report: Netanyahu Approached Elie Wiesel Over Presidency

Netanyahu took increasingly desperate measures to prevent Reuven Rivlin from getting Likud support, sources claim.

Netanyahu Admits to Freezing Construction

In reported meeting with Judea Samaria leaders, PM says US 'not one brick' demand led him to cancel planning, but didn't know consequences.

Netanyahu Promises 'Jerusalem Will Never Be Divided'

Rebuffing international pressure, Netanyahu vows to keep Jerusalem united on Jerusalem Day; Barkat: Jerusalem 'Israel's soul.'

Herzog Mocks Netanyahu Over Presidential Election

Opposition head jokingly suggests that Netanyahu offer the Pope to run for president.

Livni 'Out of Control' and Must be Stopped, MK Says

MK Danny Danon told Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu that he had to restrain 'out of control' Justice Minister Tzipi Livni.

Govt. Approves 'Affirmative Action' Work Plan for Haredim

Government approves a plan aimed at enrolling more members of the hareidi community in the state civil service.

Belgian FM Vows to Catch Jewish Museum Attackers

Foreign Minister says she was close by when the attack occurred, promises attackers will be dealt with 'very harshly'.

Landau to PM: Lose the Word 'Unilateral'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu needs to be a little more careful with his words - especially the word 'unilateral,' Uzi Landau says.

Netanyahu Slams EU's Hypocrisy Following Belgium Attack

PM slams EU for 'condemn[ing] an apartment in Jerusalem, but do not denounce the murder of Jews here or in Europe itself.'

Steinitz: Netanyahu Went Easy on Livni

Minister Steinitz says Livni broke the rules by meeting Abbas, but Netanyahu had gone easy on her.

Netanyahu: Belgium Attack Caused by Incitement

Netanyahu says shooting at Jewish Museum was "the result of constant incitement against Jews and their state."

'It's Israel's Turn to Take Unilateral Steps'

After reports surface that Netanyahu's 'unilateral steps' indicates a land withdrawal, Naftali Bennett turns the phrase on its head.

Official Denies Netanyahu Weighing Withdrawals

Netanyahu says in interview 'no peace partner,' unilateral moves 'gaining ground,' official clarifies no withdrawals hinted at.

Netanyahu: Bloomberg 'Brings Big Thinking'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's congratulatory speech to Michael Bloomberg highlights the roles of tradition, innovation.

Bloomberg in Jerusalem Wins First Genesis Prize

Former NY mayor donates $1 million to challenge for new ideas, visits City of David. Netanyahu: 'we cherish tradition, seize future.'

Shifting Allies? Landmark Plan Approved Advancing China Ties

Ministerial Committee headed by PM passes comprehensive plan to boost China exports, strengthen cooperation in many fields.

Netanyahu Welcomes Maccabi Tel Aviv Back to Israel

Prime Minister Netanyahu hosted Maccabi Tel Aviv upon their return to Israel after winning the Euroleague championship.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Congratulated over Championship

"You did it big time", Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Maccabi Tel Aviv coach after victory.

Report: Netanyahu May Support Shalom for President

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is consideing providing 'quiet' support for Silvan Shalom in the race for president, a report Sunday said.

PM Offers Israeli Help to Flood-Plagued Serbia

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyah offered Israeli help to the government of Serbia, as the country suffers from major floods.

As Livni Meets Abbas, Bibi Says She Represents Only Herself

Netanyahu distances himself from London meeting between Livni and Abbas, saying she does not represent the Israeli government.

Shalom Meets Netanyahu to Discuss Presidency

Minister Silvan Shalom reconsiders running for President, hold a “positive” meeting with Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Security Reinforcements Dispatched After 'Nakba Day' Riots

Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria heavily guarded ahead of the funeral of Palestinian Arab terrorists.

PM: We'll Take Peace With Just Half the Palestinians

In an interview in Japan, Binyamin Netanyahu said that, if necessary, Israel was prepared to make peace with the PA even if Hamas remains.

Netanyahu Warns of Iran-N. Korea Nuclear Cooperation

Netanyahu tells Japanese press root cause of PA conflict is recognition of Jewish state, 'no new settlements in 20 years.'

'We Cannot Let the Ayatollahs Win'

Netanyahu, Japanese PM Shinzo Abe commiserate on their shared nuclear threats: Iran and North Korea.

Netanyahu Promises To Help Nigeria Find Kidnapped Girls

Netanyahu tells Nigerian president he is willing to help with 300 schoolgirls kidnapped by Al Qaeda linked Boko Haram terror group.

Sa'ar Rejects Cancellation of Presidency

Interior Minister says he's against a plan by Netanyahu to postpone the presidential election or cancel the presidency altogether.

Minister Shalom Likely Won't Run for President

Water and Energy Minister likely won't run for President despite the case against him being closed.

PMO on Peres's Comments: Abbas Never Agreed to Anything

Prime Minister’s Office denies that President Peres reached a peace agreement with PA Chairman Abbas three years ago.