Benjamin Netanyahu

An 'unprecedented' crisis

Ambassadors Warn US-Israel Ties Are on the Brink of Collapse

Israeli ambassadors and US source reveal Netanyahu-Obama 'loathing' has led 'gloves to not only be removed - but thrown in the trash.'

Prime Minister's Office: Netanyahu Will Not Cave to Pressure

Officials in PM's office reiterate that, despite "chickens**t" comments, he will not compromise on Israel's rights.

Labor MK Evades Phone-In Campaign, Forwards Calls to Netanyahu

MK Eitan Cabel gets back at Israel Hayom for launching phone-in campaign against him, has the calls forwarded to Prime Minister's Office.

State Department: Our View on 'Settlements' is Clear

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki responds to Netanyahu's declaration that Israel will continue to build in Jerusalem.

PA Official Compares Netanyahu to ISIS Leader, Has VIP Revoked

Israel revoked the VIP status of the spokesman for the PA's security forces after he compared PM Binyamin Netanyahu to ISIS leader.

Netanyahu: International Criticism, Not Building, Impedes Peace

PM fires back at US statement that Jewish homes hinder peace, says building in capital is the same as doing so in Paris or London.

Date Announced for Likud Leadership Elections

Date for vote on changes to constitution also announced as Bibi seeks to consolidate leadership prior to looming general elections.

Differing Polls Reveal Gaps in Israeli Leadership

Polls released within 24 hours of each other reveal differing attitudes toward PM Netanyahu. Are Israelis fed up with a 'lack of options'?

Netanyahu Speaks to Canada's PM After Terrorist Attack

PM Binyamin Netanyahu speaks with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, conveys condolences after terrorist attack in Ottawa.

PM: Mahmoud Abbas Incitement Responsible for Light Rail Attack

Prime Minister Netanyahu says incitement by Mahmoud Abbas responsible for Jerusalem violence, after attack kills baby girl.

Danon Vows to Fight Netanyahu's 'Underhanded Opportunism'

Likud Central Committee chair charges PM of harming party democracy with early primaries, as elections look increasingly likely.

MKs Sizzling as PM Appears to Move Toward Hareidim, Elections

'Bibi trembles from the hareidim and has succumbed to them,' charges Tzipi Livni after Netanyahu dumps her Conversion Bill.

Report: Netanyahu Planning Spring Elections

Speculations rampant that Netanyahu's shelving of Conversion Bill is meant to strengthen alliance with hareidim ahead of new elections.

Watch: Israel Holds Ebola Outbreak Drill at Ben Gurion Airport

Ben Gurion simulates arrival of passenger with lethal virus as fears of global outbreak spreading continue to rise.

Israel Holds Drill to Prepare Against Ebola Epidemic

Netanyahu and other officials hold evaluation to prep against lethal virus; Ben Gurion airport drill to be held on Friday.

Empty Promises, Tense Meetings over Construction Freeze

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon meets with settlement leaders over regional issues. But is it too little, too late?

Frustration Simmers at Policy 'Supporting Terror' in Jerusalem

Ayelet Shaked fires at Israel police for 'giving terrorists a boost' by closing Temple Mount to Jews.

PM, Ministers Meet to Discuss New 'Infiltrator Law'

Netanyahu meets with cabinet ministers after High Court scraps previous law; Justice Ministry says new law won't contradict ruling.

Herzog Blasts Netanyahu Over Spat with Washington

Opposition leader has sharp criticism for Netanyahu after White House spokesman blasts PM for critcizing American values.

Rivlin: Jerusalem is Our Capital, the World Must Understand That

Amid a spat with Washington over construction in Jerusalem, PM Netanyahu and President Rivlin meet to discuss Netanyahu's visit to U.S.

Netanyahu: Criticism of Construction is Against American Values

In CBS interview, Prime Minister Netanyahu says he is "baffled" by U.S. condemnation of Israeli plans to build in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu to Sweden: Unilateral Moves Won't Work

PM Netanyahu responds to Sweden's announcement it would recognize "Palestine", says unilateral moves will not bring peace.

'Israel's Most Bitter Western Enemy is America'

After particularly harsh condemnation of Jerusalem building, attorney Sheftel warns Obama will condemn Tel Aviv building next.

EU Threatens Israel Over Construction Plans in Jerusalem

Once again, EU says the future of its Israel relations depend on 'commitment to peace' - following their agenda in the Middle East.

Netanyahu Returns to Israel, Praises 'National Mission' to US

'I told the truth in the meetings that I held,' Netanyahu notes, summing up eventful Washington trip.

U.S. Responds to Netanyahu: We Have the Facts

State Department spokeswoman dismisses Netanyahu's statement that Washington didn't have the facts when it condemned Jerusalem construction.

Netanyahu Told Obama to 'Check the Facts' Before Criticizing

Israeli radio reports unusually harsh criticism leveled by Israeli PM against Washington's own harsh criticism of Jerusalem building.

Unkosher Prime Minister?

Religious Jews Aghast At PM's 'Surf and Turf' Shabbat

For Shabbat lunch, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu dined at a pork palace - while for dinner, he went for the seafood.

Minister Katz: 'Extremist' Peace Now Trying to Harm US Relations

Likud Minister condemns far-left NGO for trying to undermine the Prime Minister's meeting with United States President.

Netanyahu: I Can't Tell a Jew Not to Live in Jerusalem

Prime Minister Netanyahu dismisses Washington's criticism over construction in Jerusalem, says Jews should not be discriminated against.

Hotovely: Netanyahu Declared the Two-State Solution Dead

Deputy Transportation Minister welcomes PM's speech, says it is time to talk about new solutions in the region.

Netanyahu Will Request Pollard's Release in Meeting With Obama

Source in PM's entourage tells Arutz Sheva Pollard and Iranian nukes will be discussed with US president.

U.S. Distances Itself from Netanyahu's Comments

State Department distances itself from Netanyahu's comments in UN speech regarding the similarities between Hamas and IS.

Abbas's Spokesman: We Want a Palestinian State

PA Chairman's spokesman responds to Netanyahu's speech at the UN, says PA wants a state in accordance with UN resolutions.

Nationalist MKs Praise Netanyahu's UN Speech

While leftist MKs rejected the Prime Minister's speech, nationalist MKs praised Netanyahu for exposing the PA's lies.

PLO: Netanyahu's Speech Full of Hate Language

Senior PLO official Hanan Ashrawi claims Israeli PM's speech at the UN "blatantly manipulated" the facts.

Netanyahu at UN: 'ISIS is Hamas, Hamas is ISIS'

In landmark speech, PM calls UNHRC 'an oxymoron' - and defends Israel as 'the most moral army in the world.'

Live: Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu Speaks at UNGA

Netanyahu to refute Abbas's claims about Israeli 'genocide' in an address to the world. Watch it live.

Netanyahu Meets PM of India, Seeks Strengthened Ties

"We are both ancient peoples but we are also two democracies," Netanyahu tells India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.

Netanyahu Promises 'Razor Sharp' Speech at UN

PM's associates tell reporters on flight to New York that Netanyahu's UN speech is "worth the wait".

Netanyahu Departs for New York, Vows to 'Fight the Lies' at UN

Prime Minister reiterates his pledge to refute the 'slander and lies' spread by PA and Iranian leaders at UN plenum.

Captain Who Lost His Arm Gets Married

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu wishes a "Mazel Tov" to Captain Ziv Shilon and his fiancée.

Watch: Israel Welcomes Fourth Nuclear Stealth Submarine

Netanyahu calls new INS Tanin 'a clear and pointed message to Israel's enemies'; navy flotilla welcomes most expensive IDF craft.

Netanyahu and Obama to Meet at the White House

U.S. President to welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu to the White House on October 1.

Vote on Keeping Gush Etzion Inside Security Fence Postponed

Decision on controversial barrier pushed to next week; nationalists hope the move will give the government time to reconsider.

Herzog: Sa'ar Resignation Shows Downfall of Likud

Opposition leader claims the declaration by Interior Minister Sa’ar to retire from politics is proof Netanyahu must be replaced.

Netanyahu Speaks to Sa'ar Following Resignation

"I respect your decision," PM Netanyahu tells Interior Minister, following his announcement that he will resign from politics.

Netanyahu Calls to Raise Defense Budget by 'Many Billions'

Prime minister says 'any responsible leader' faced with growing threats would raise defense budget, as dispute with Lapid deepens.

Dispute Over War Cost Reflects in Budget Crisis

The debate over how much Operation Protective Edge cost Israel is having a practical effect on the state budget, reports say.

ISIS/Hamas? One Lops off Heads, the Other Shoots People's Heads

Prime Minister Netanyahu doesn't mince words, once again compares Hamas to brutal Islamic State jihadis.

Top Lapid Confidante Warns of Early Elections Over Budget Crisis

Yesh Atid MK Ofer Shelah accuses prime minister of forcing a 'showdown' with Finance Minister Lapid which could force elections.

Bank of Israel Unveils New 50 Shekel Bill

50 shekel (almost $15) banknote presented ahead of its entry to circulation; features likeness of Hebrew poet Shaul Tchernichovsky.

Netanyahu Mourns the Passing of Joan Rivers

"Joan Rivers brought was a vocal supporter of the State of Israel," says PM Netanyahu of the comedy icon who passed away at 81.

Netanyahu: Steven was Murdered Because He Symbolized the West

PM Netanyahu sends condolences to the family of journalist Steve Sotloff, who was beheaded by IS terrorists.

Attorney General: 'No Grounds' for 'BibiTours' Investigation

Criminal investigation into Prime Minister's travel expenses axed due to insufficient evidence; PMO has sued news site for libel.

Jerusalem to Build 2,500 Housing Units in Arab Neighborhoods

Shortly after Netanyahu freezes exact number of units for Jews, leftist group approves tenders for Arabs - sparking nationalist outrage.

Israel, Jordan Sign $15 Billion Natural Gas Deal

Noble Energy to provide nearly 1.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, as energy dependence on Israel from Jordan heightens.

Netanyahu Praises IDF Soldiers, Calls on UN to Investigate Hamas

Speaking before naval cadets, PM Netanyahu says the IDF is the most moral army in the world.

Silent construction freeze

Judea Samaria Leaders Slam Netanyahu's 'Systematic' Freeze

Regional heads vow a large public campaign if PM doesn't stop de facto building freeze, nipping in the bud all local development.

Netanyahu: 'Enough UN Israel Bashing, Oppose Terrorists'

PM meets with US congressmen who express support for 'only true friend and force of stability and peace in Middle East - Israel.'