Witkoff:
'Reports of Trump-Netanyahu rift are preposterous'
Trump’s Middle East envoy dismisses reports of a rift with Netanyahu as "preposterous," reaffirms the strong US-Israel alliance.
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Tikva Forum:
'A partial deal - a surrender to Hamas and harm to the hostages'
Hostage families from the Tikva Forum respond to the Prime Minister's Office announcement regarding the possibility of negotiations with Hamas on the Witkoff outline and call not to surrender to the terror organization.
Netanyahu's inner circle voices frustration over Trump’s policies
Senior Israeli officials say US policy driven by Trump’s “whims,” yet PM's Office insists ties with Washington remain strong despite disputes over Gaza and Iran.
Netanyahu to German FM:
'We'll make our partnership even stronger'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem.
Netanyahu responds to reports:
'There are no gaps between us and the Americans'
Prime Minister Netanyahu denied reports of a growing rift between his government and the Trump administration, and claimed that all reports are a campaign led by one specific channel.
Report:
Trump slams Gaza offensive as ‘wasted effort’
According to a report by NBC News, US President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu are at growing odds over military actions, the Iran nuclear approach, and other matters.
Netanyahu:
'We kept our promise to Tzvi Feldman's parents'
PM says at weekly Cabinet meeting that Israel has worked for many years to bring back all of the missing soldiers who were killed in the Battle of Sultan Yacoub 43 years ago.
Tzvi Feldman's brother:
'Thank G-d this circle is closed'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally informed the family of Tzvi Feldman today (Sunday) of the successful operation to retrieve his body from Syria after 43 years.
MK Revivo to Netanyahu:
'No negotiations without info on abducted soldier Tamir Nimrodi'
In a letter to the Prime Minister, MK Eliyahu Revivo demands confirmed information on Nimrodi’s condition before any negotiations, calling it “a moral, national, and security test.”
Liberman:
'I will run for Prime Minister in the next elections'
In an interview on Channel 12, the chairman of Yisrael Beytenu clarifies that his party will run independently: "Anyone who wants to join is welcome."
Netanyahu:
'I'm telling Hamas, the rules are changing soon'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a training exercise of the IDF’s 5th Brigade on Thursday in Tze’elim, reiterates the 2 goals of defeating Hamas and returning the hostages.
Coalition crisis:
Deri rejects Edelstein's demands for haredi draft
Netanyahu, Deri, and Edelstein meet in an attempt to resolve the coalition crisis and reach an agreement on haredi enlistment in the IDF.
Netanyahu:
'We know for sure that 21 hostages are alive'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the number of living hostages and admitted that the situation of three of them is unknown.
Netanyahu to Hamas: 'We'll tear you apart'
After overseeing strikes at Sana'a airport, PM states, 'Whoever attacks us - we will pay him back sevenfold. This is true for the Houthis, this is true for Hamas, this is true for Hezbollah. This is also true for Iran.'
Netanyahu thanks Putin for helping free Sasha Troufanov
Israeli Premier speaks by phone with Russian President to mark Victory in Europe Day this week.
Defense Minister:
'We destroyed the airport in Sana'a, a message to Iran'
PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz address the IAF airstrikes on the Sana'a airport today in retaliation for the Houthi missile strike at Ben Gurion Airport.
'I have to leave by 3:15'
Classified envelope handed to PM during hearing
A classified envelope was brought to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his testimony. Netanyahu turned to the judges and said, "I have to leave by 3:15."
Netanyahu
'We're going to defeat Hamas, this will bring back the hostages'
Prime Minister publishes video address explaining decision to intensify the fighting in Gaza, stating a commission of inquiry into the failures of October 7 should begin only at the end of the war.
Prime Minister Netanyahu:
We are going from raids to seizing territory in Gaza
Netanyahu said during the Security Cabinet meeting that he continues to advance President Trump's plan for the voluntary emigration of Gazans.
Revealed:
US felt snubbed, ignored Israel's call before strike on Nasrallah
A new Israeli TV exposé reveals how deep tensions ran between Israel and the Biden administration, including a moment when the US ignored a critical Israeli call before a planned strike on Hezbollah’s Nasrallah.
'Israel will respond to Iran'
Netanyahu's hint to Trump following strike on airport
Prime Minister echoes Trump's post, which blamed Iran for the Houthi attacks, and promised 'Israel will respond to the Houthi attack against our main airport AND, at a time and place of our choosing, to their Iranian terror master.'
'Victory will bring the hostages'
Netanyahu: We won't give up on victory in Gaza
Netanyahu on the Houthis: 'The US, in coordination with us, is acting against them. It's not boom and finished, but there will be booms.'
Qatar fires back:
'We reject Netanyahu's inflammatory statements'
Qatar fires back at Netanyahu's criticism of it: Portraying the ongoing aggression against Gaza as a defense of ‘civilization’ echoes the rhetoric of regimes throughout history that have used false narratives to justify crimes against innocent civilians.
Due to developments in Syria: Netanyahu postpones Azerbaijan trip
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's planned visit to Azerbaijan to be postponed, due to developments in Gaza and Syria, PMO statement says.
'A clear message to Syria'
Israel strikes near presidential palace in Damascus
Prime Minister and Defense Minister announce Israel had struck a target close to the presidential palace in Damascus: "We will not permit any threat to the Druze community."
Police contradict Netanyahu: 18 people weren't arrested for arson
Only three people, not 18, detained for suspected arson attacks, police say.
Netanyahu:
War has a primary goal: Victory over our enemies
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals Israel is holding 18 individuals suspected of arson terror. 'Our neighbors who claim that they love this land - speak of burning the land.'
Urges others to follow suit
Netanyahu praises Hungary for exiting ICC
Prime Minister Netanyahu thanks Hungary for quitting the ICC after it issued arrest warrants over alleged war crimes in Gaza, urges other nations to do the same in defense of justice and sovereignty.
Netanyahu puts on tefillin of fallen soldier Yossi Hershovitz
On Yom Hazikaron, the Prime Minister put on the tefillin of Maj. (res.) Yossi Hershkovitz, an educator who fell during the war.
Netanyahu on Mount Herzl:
The fallen fought in brotherhood, left us a legacy
National Memorial Day ceremony begins on Mount Herzl, honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terror. Watch.
PM to bereaved families:
'In the name of the fallen, we pursue the mission of victory'
At start of Yom Hazikaron, PM addresses bereaved families and quotes the daughter of fallen soldier Rabbi Avi Goldberg.
Teen injured in accident involving Prime Minister's convoy
17-year-old motorcyclist lightly injured aftwr being struck by vehicle in Prime Minister's convoy in Jerusalem.
Netanyahu:
'After 10/7, the TikTok gen. proved they connect with reality'
PM tells story of fallen soldier Shaul Moyal during ceremony for Yom Hazikaron at Yad Lebanim. "The family of the bereaved is also my family."
Netanyahu mentions number of hostages, Sarah whispers ' fewer'
PM's wife whispers 'fewer' after Netanyahu notes 24 hostages still alive, during meeting with Independence Day torchbearers.
Sara Netanyahu:
'The Deep State in Israel is trying to topple the government'
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s wife, in interview with a Hungarian newspaper associated with the local government, attacks Israel’s investigative system and warns of attempts to overthrow an elected right-wing government.
'We have enough evidence to pull Bar's affidavit to pieces'
Adv. Tzion Amir, government representative to the High Court, hinted that Netanyahu's staff do not want to deal with cross-examination: 'These are things that are better not said.'
Prime Minister meets delegation of Ambassadors to the UN
The ambassadors, who represent countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, heard from the Prime Minister at length about various issues.
Watch:
PM Netanyahu reveals story behind Nasrallah assassination
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at JNS' International Policy Summit, speaks about how Israel broke the Iranian axis. 'My military secretary came in and gave me a note: 'Done.''
Netanyahu:
'ISA director lied about warning of massacre'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed in an affidavit to the Supreme Court that Ronen Bar lied about having given warning of the war.
Netanyahu to ministers:
What you'll reveal about Ronen Bar will shock you
Netanyahu to the ministers before submitting an affidavit against the Shin Bet Chief: 'What you will reveal about what Ronen Bar ordered an hour before the massacre, including transcripts, will shock you.'
Incitement at left-wing protest in Tel Aviv
A provocative display at a left-wing protest in Tel Aviv features severed heads resembling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Likud party responds: "Where are [Shin Bet chief] Ronen Bar and the Attorney General?"
Trump:
'I told Netanyahu to be good to Gaza'
President Trump says he urged Netanyahu to send aid to Gaza during their call this week. On the US-Iran talks, Trump says they are progressing well.
Iranian propaganda video: Iran 'captures' Netanyahu
A video broadcast on Iranian state TV shows the Israeli Prime Minister in Iranian captivity.
Revealed:
Biden team eyed Netanyahu’s ouster early in Gaza war
A Channel 13 exposé, to air in full on Sunday, reveals top Biden officials discussed ways to remove Netanyahu amid Gaza war tensions.
Stresses Iran threat
Netanyahu meets bipartisan US delegation
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets a bipartisan US delegation to discuss Israel's fight against terror, efforts to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, and ongoing talks for hostage release.
Netanyahu honors Holocaust victims in personal address
Prime Minister recounts family history during Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony at the Knesset.
Historic visit to Baku:
Jewish community prepares to welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with community leaders, including Rabbi Zamir Isayev, and discuss Jewish life in Azerbaijan. 'This is a tremendous privilege for our generation,' community members say.
Suspected unidentified drone
The reason Netanyahu was late for the Holocaust Memorial ceremony
The Holocaust Memorial Day opening ceremony began late after Prime Minister Netanyahu's motorcade was delayed due to a security concern.
Netanyahu at Yad Vashem:
We are not a vassal state, no one can stop us from defeating evil
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the state Holocaust Remembrance Day opening ceremony and promised that Israel will defeat Hamas and prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
Central Israel wildfires
PM Netanyahu at forward command post: 'Do not come here'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the fire management forward command post overseeing the firefighting efforts and explained their goals.
Trump:
'I spoke with Netanyahu, we're on same side of every issue'
US President says he and Israel's PM are in alignment on every issue they discussed in their most recent call, including trade and Iran.
The significance of Netanyahu’s address to the nation
Though the Israeli prime minister’s statement lacked dramatic breaking news, it was a message that everyone at home and abroad needed to hear. Remember FDR's fireside chats in WWII? Opinion.
Netanyahu:
'We'll destroy Hamas rule and return the hostages'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared at a memorial ceremony for fallen Irgun fighters that Israel will realize its goals: overthrowing the Hamas regime, returning the hostages, and thwarting any future threat from Gaza.
PMO responds to ISA chief:
'Affidavit full of lies, Bar is the father of the failure'
The Prime Minister's Pffice responded to the affidavit Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar submitted to the Supreme Court, accuses him of lying about when the government was informed of the Hamas attack and other issues.
Supreme Court grants extension for Ronen Bar's response
A new report suggests that the added time is due to the Prime Minister's Office working to reach a compromise with Bar.
'Jews will kill Jews'
Yair Lapid warns of political violence
The Opposition Leader delivered an address claiming that he has information that there is a fear of a political assassination and that the Shin Bet director is the most probable target.
Netanyahu:
'God is the most important party in the coalition'
During a condolence call with Minister Ben-Tzur, who is mourning his mother passing, Netanyahu emphasized the importance of divine assistance in the government.
Protests outside Prime Minister's Mimouna meal
Dozens of protesters demonstrated outside a planned Mimouna meal after Passover for Prime Minister Netanyahu and his family.
Netanyahu: We will fight to victory - I will not cave
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues statement on war against Hamas, promising not to bow to terrorists who carried out the worst massacre since the Holocaust.
Report: ISA chief Ronen Bar to step down after Memorial Day
ISA chief Ronen Bar expected announce resignation mid-May, following Memorial Day ceremonies.
