Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu in New York:

'We won't stop striking Hezbollah, make no mistake'

Prime Minister Netanyahu landed in New York ahead of his UNGA address and declared: 'My policy, our policy, is clear: we continue to strike Hezbollah with full force.'

Member of PM's entourage:

Ceasefire not being discussed, we will continue to attack

A member of Prime Minister Netanyahu's entourage says there is no chance for a ceasefire. 'We committed and we will remain committed to returning the residents of the north to their homes.'

Netanyahu orders to tone down attacks on Lebanon

In preparation for talks on a temporary ceasefire on the northern border, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu orders to tone down attacks on Lebanon.

Prime Minister's Office denies reports of impending ceasefire

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office denies reports of ceasefire, says IDF was instructed to strike 'with full force and according to the plans presented.'

Ceasefire with Hezbollah? 'Shameful, embarrassment,' analyst says

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told ministers that negotiations would be held 'only under fire'; political analyst Amit Segal demands: 'Keep your word.'

Without media statement

Netanyahu departs for the UN

The Prime Minister and his wife take off for New York, where the Prime Minister will address the UN General Assembly.

Opposition MK supports Netanyahu's trip to the UN

MK Alon Schuster: Netanyahu should fly to the UN, give a speech and return quickly. We support the important trip.

Netanyahu:

'Someone with a rocket in their garage will not have a house'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Intelligence Directorate base and promised: 'We will continue to strike Hezbollah.'

'Only at the UN'

Netanyahu slams ICC prosecutor for meeting Erdogan, Abbas

Israeli PM notes the human rights abuses of Mahmoud Abbas and war crimes of Recep Tayyip Erdogan in statement condemning ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan for meeting them while he obsesses over arresting Israeli leaders.

Netanyahu to cabinet:

'Pressure on Nasrallah will help advance hostage deal'

Netanyahu made clear to his cabinet that the actions in the north aimed to separate the Lebanese front from the one in Gaza.

Netanyahu to Lebanese people:

'We're not at war with you, please get out of harm's way'

Prime Minister urges Lebanese people to not allow themselves to be used as human shields by Hezbollah.

Haredi source:

'Better for Netanyahu to cancel trip than desecrate Shabbat'

Better for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel his scheduled UN speech than to fly back to Israel on Shabbat, source in haredi United Torah Judaism party says.

Netanyahu:

'Half of the hostages are still alive'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee about the recent strikes on Hezbollah and that the plan to turn northern Gaza into a closed military zone is on the table.

Netanyahu:

'If Hezbollah didn't get the message before, it will now'

PM comments on recent escalation with Hezbollah, says Israel will do what is necessary to return residents of north to their homes.

Ch. 12 commentator explains:

How Sa'ar's appointment as Defense Minister was thwarted

Amit Segal describes the events behind the scenes in the talks between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gideon Sa'ar that led to the dramatic announcement by Sa'ar.

Political drama:

Gideon Sa'ar gives up the role of Defense Minister

MK Gideon Sa'ar announced to the Prime Minister that he decided to give up the offer to be appointed as Defense Minister in light of the developments in the north.

Difficult conversation

Macron to Netanyahu: Show responsibility and prevent escalation

Channel 12 News reports of very difficult conversation between Netanyahu and French President, in which Netanyahu told Macron: Instead of putting pressure on us, it's time for you to put pressure on Hezbollah.

Report:

Contacts between Netanyahu and Sa'ar continue, Levin is mediating

Minister Yariv Levin is conducting the talks with Sa'ar and his party, in order to complete the process of having Sa'ar join the government immediately after Netanyahu's return from the United Nations.

Report: Defense Minister Gallant asks Netanyahu for fresh start

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant admitted to several mistakes, asked to turn over new leaf with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, journalist Ben Caspit reports.

Former Iranian footballer supports Israel

After two attacks against Hezbollah terrorists, former Iranian footballer, Ali Karimi, expresses his support for Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu: 'Go for it.'

Netanyahu criticizes British gov't:

'They are sending a horrible message to Hamas'

In interview with Daily Mail, PM Netanyahu criticizes Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government over its anti-Israel decisions: These misguided decisions will not change our determination to defeat Hamas.

Prime Minister's Office:

Despite the pressure, we agreed to all the US offers

'Whoever wants to help the efforts to free our hostages must pressure the murderer, Sinwar, and not the Prime Minister of Israel.'

Netanyahu: 'We'll bring residents of the north safely home'

In first message after Lebanon explosions, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is short and succinct: 'We said we would bring residents of the north home safely - and that is what we will do.'

Report:

Netanyahu excluded two ministers from key discussions

Channel 13 report: Netanyahu held a series of security discussions on Monday in the presence of cabinet ministers, with the exception of two ministers. PM's office: There is no truth to the report.

Poll:

Party led by Bennett and Liberman wins 30 seats

Kan 11 News poll examines the effect of Sa'ar's United Right Party integrating into the Likud.

Security escalation pushes off Gallant's dismissal

The recent revelation of a foiled Hezbollah plot and the growing tensions against Hezbollah have caused Prime Minister Netanyahu to reconsider firing Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Trump, Orban, Milei, Netanyahu: Today's global freedom fighters

All four freedom fighters situated on four different continents have become targets of delegitimization and political coups in attempts to deprive them of their influence and positions for the threat they pose to the Communist/Islamist alliance. Op-ed

Likud MK:

'Sa'ar will topple the government'

MK Tally Gotliv warns Netanyahu against appointing Sa'ar to the position of minister: He will undermine you and topple the right-wing government.

Netanyahu to Hochstein:

Security situation in north must change if residents to return

PM meets US envoy Amos Hochstein, says Israel will do what is necessary to safeguard its security and return the residents of the north securely to their homes.

Estimate:

Sa'ar getting closer to government; Gallant on the way out

Contacts between Sa'ar and Netanyahu significantly closer. Discussions on options for ministerial appointments. All offices say: ‘There is nothing to report.’

Netanyahu to hold urgent meeting on Temple Mount status quo

The defense establishement warned against Minister Ben-Gvir's policy at the holy site: 'We are liable to face an event that is totally different than what we had until now.'

PM promises mayor of Tzfat: 'Current situation won't continue'

PM speaks with Tzfat Mayor Yossi Kakon: "We will do everything necessary to restore life to normal and remove threat from residents of the north.

Netanyahu:

The Houthis should know there is a heavy price for attacking us

PM reacts to Houthi ballistic missile attack on Israel this morning, vows 'Anyone who attacks us won't escape our strike.'

Netanyahu:

Prepare for a broad campaign in Lebanon

Netanyahu's order given during a security-strategic discussion with the participation of the heads of the defense establishment and ministers Gallant, Katz, Smotrich and Dermer.

Report: Naftali Bennett to return to politics

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is beginning to prepare the ground, enlist people who formerly aided his political journey, report says.

'Zero responsibility'

Clinton criticizes Netanyahu in new book

Former US Secretary of State criticizes Netanyahu in her new book for taking "zero responsibility" for Hamas' October 7 attack.

Report:

Netanyahu and Goldknopf reach agreement on Draft Law

Hamodia newspaper reports that an agreement was reached between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and UTJ chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf on the formulation and promotion of the Draft Law in the coming days.

Netanyahu on Jordanian border:

'This is a border of peace, we'll build a stronger barrier here'

Prime Minister toured the Jordan Valley where he inspected an exhibit of the war materiel and capabilities of the units active in the sector, as well as weapons that have been seized in various operations.

MK Lapid:

'I don't trust Netanyahu, he's a terrible prime minister'

Opposition chief MK Yair Lapid rejects idea of a unity government, claiming that he 'doesn't trust' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that Netanyahu 'doesn't want' unity.

ICC chief prosecutor:

'Expedite decision on arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant'

International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan urges judges to expedite their decision on his request for arrest warrants against Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas leaders.

Arutz Sheva editor-in-chief:

'The harsh message to Netanyahu is a message to us all'

Arutz Sheva-Israel National News CEO and editor-in-chief Uzi Baruch says that the call for unity conveyed by murdered hostage Ori Danino's father must be emphasized.

Slain hostage's father:

'I don't think Netanyahu is dodging responsibility'

Elhanan Danino, the father of Ori who was murdered in Hamas captivity, said he hopes his harsh words to the Prime Minister enter his heart.

PM on criticism from hostage's family: 'I listen, I don't judge'

PM Netanyahu responds to the publication of a recording of the family of murdered hostage Ori Danino criticizing him when he made a shiva visit to them.

Netanyahu urgently requests ban on tapes of his questioning

The Prime Minister's lawyer claims in the request he submitted that one of the film's producers is Raviv Drucker, who has 'declared himself publicly as an opponent of the Prime Minister.'

Netanyahu:

'Ministers will not visit the Temple Mount without my permission'

Prime Minister's Office says that he "repeated his directive that the ministers of the government not go up to the Temple Mount without his prior approval."

Netanyahu's threat to the Histadrut

Netanyahu held a meeting with senior Finance Ministry officials and threatened to advance legislation against Israel's largest labor union.

Netanyahu after Allenby attack:

"In the Middle East, without the sword, there is no 'forever'"

PM addresses deadly shooting in which 3 civilians were murdered today during Cabinet meeting, says Israelis are not falling for Hamas' psychological warfare tactics.

Ben-Gvir to Netanyahu:

'Include defeat of terrorism in Judea and Samaria in war goals'

National Security Minister writes to PM that the 'Conceptzia' that led to October 7 still exists in Judea and Samaria and the recent rise in attempted attacks demands a firm response.

Hamas:

'No need for new proposals, pressure Netanyahu'

Hamas again rejects renewed negotiations on a ceasefire and hostage release deal, calls for pressure on Netanyahu to accept proposal.

Netanyahu:

'A deal to withdraw from Philadelphi will kill us'

Israeli Prime Minister holds English language press conference on the war and hostage talks in light of the execution of the 6 hostages, stresses importance of Israel retaining control of Philadelphi Corridor.

Oslo:

Police 'rescue' wax statue of Netanyahu

Concerned civilian calls police after seeing what he thought was a lifeless body in the back of a car, but was a wax sculpture of the Israeli prime minister.

Alone at the helm

PM Netanyahu is the sole world leader who is standing against radical Islam. Opinion.

Netanyahu responds to Gantz:

'Whoever doesn't contribute to victory shouldn't interfere'

PMO responds to National Unity party leaders' press conference accusing the PM of lying about the war and hostage efforts, criticizing his refusal to withdraw from Philadelphi Corridor.

Pramila Jayapal:

'Netanyahu sacrificing the hostages'

Squad member and Israel critic appears to blame Israeli PM for deaths of 6 hostages while not mentioning the Hamas terrorist organization that actually executed them.

MK Benny Gantz:

'Netanyahu is not a murderer; I condemn incitement against him'

Chairman of National Unity Party, MK Benny Gantz, condemns attacks against PM, but criticizes him: 'He has lost his way.'

Deri to Netanyahu:

The vote on Philadelphi was a grave mistake

Report: Shas chairman criticized Prime Minister over the cabinet vote on the Philadelphi corridor but clarified that it must not be reversed.

Protester who spray-painted 'Bibi is a murderer' released

A protester who spray-painted the words "Bibi is a murderer" on one of Prime Minister Netanyahu's security vehicles released under restrictive conditions.

Netanyahu responds to Biden:

Asking for Israeli concessions tells Hamas 'kill more hostages'

PM Netanyahu pushes back at criticism he has not done enough to secure a hostage deal, says demanding Israeli concessions right after Hamas murdered 6 hostages sends the wrong message.

Netanyahu on Philadelphi Corridor:

We should withdraw after Hamas murdered 6 hostages in cold blood?

Prime Minister on verge of tears as he delivers address to the nation following the murder of six Israeli hostages by Hamas terrorists in Rafah last week.

Netanyahu at Cabinet meeting:

'Union strike supports Sinwar'

Prime Minister Netanyahu sharply criticized the decision of union chairman Arnon Bar-David to declare a general strike.