Benjamin Netanyahu

Gallant vs. Netanyahu:

'He freed Sinwar for only one hostage'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant leveled heavy criticism against his Prime Minister who is insisting on not giving up the Philadelphi Corridor in a hostage deal.

PM to murdered hostage's parents:

'I beg forgiveness for failing to bring Sasha back alive'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks to parents of Alexander Lubanov, one of the 6 hostages who were recently murdered by Hamas before their bodies were recovered.

Netanyahu:

'Those who murder our hostages don't want a deal'

Prime Minister reacts to murder of 6 hostages, tells Hamas terrorists and leaders 'you will pay the price.'

Netanyahu: Reports of ceasefire in Gaza are false

Reports of ceasefire in Gaza to allow distribution of polio vaccines is false, Prime Minister's Office reports. 'Israel is allowing a humanitarian corridor for the provision of vaccines.'

Report:

Shouting match between Netanyahu and Gallant at Cabinet meeting

Axios reports that PM and Defense Minister got into a shouting match over the issue of IDF presence at Philadelphi corridor.

'You're worth gold'

Netanyahu speaks to Asaf Yasur: 'We are very proud of you'

Netanyahu speaks to Asaf Yasur, who won a Paralympic gold medal: "This is not only your personal achievement, but a national achievement and we are very proud of you. You're worth gold.'

Amit Segal:

The PM is not telling the whole truth about the Gaza Strip

Veteran journalist Amit Segal analyzes what the Prime Minister has said will happen in Gaza - and what he thinks is actually likely to occur.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss Uman pilgrimage

Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss situation in the Middle East

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speak by phone. Zelenskyy's spokesman says Netanyahu "expressed support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."

Netanyahu on northern border:

'When will the story end? When we restore security'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday toured the northern border and met with soldiers from the Golani Brigade.

Fear of Iranian attack

Netanyahu requests beefed-up security for son

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked the Shin Bet to increase security for his son, Yair, who resides in Miami.

Rescued hostage to Netanyahu:

'Abu Yair, there are other hostages who are waiting'

Farhan al-Qadi, who was rescued from Hamas captivity in Gaza, spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and thanked him for his work.

Prime Minister's Office:

'No claim that defense services are irrelevant'

The Prime Minister's Office referred to a report that Netanyahu told families of surveillance post operators that the position of the defense services on the Philadelphi Corridor issue "is not relevant"

'This is not the end of the story'

Netanyahu's warning to Nasrallah and Khamenei

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke about Israel's preemptive strike in Lebanon before the cabinet meeting.

Netanyahu:

'Whoever harms us, we will harm them'

PM addresses IDF's pre-emptive strike on Hezbollah to prevent attack with thousands of rockets and drones during political-security cabinet in the Kirya in Tel Aviv on Sunday morning.

ICC prosecutor insists:

'Court has jurisdiction to issue warrants for Israeli leaders'

ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan urges judges to swiftly issue a ruling on his request for arrest warrants against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others.

Philadelphi Corridor

Report: Netanyahu willing to withdraw one position

Axios reports that Biden urged Netanyahu to consent to pulling back Israeli forces from a section of the Egypt-Gaza border. Netanyahu agreed to reposition one IDF unit by "a few hundred meters".

Freed female hostages meet with Netanyahu

Earlier today (Friday), Hamas captivity survivors met with the Prime Minister to understand what could still be more important than freeing their loved ones, who have been in captivity in Gaza for 322 days.

Oct. 7th memorial ceremony:

Herzog's proposal to Netanyahu

President Isaac Herzog sent a proposal to Prime Minister Netanyahu following the dispute over the state ceremony to commemorate the October 7th massacre.

Correspondent apologizes over remarks about Trump and Netanyahu

Veteran PBS correspondent Judy Woodruff issues apology after quoting a story which claimed that Trump urged Netanyahu to delay talks on a ceasefire. The story was denied by both Netanyahu and Trump.

Poll:

Likud reaches a peak in number of seats

Kan 11 News poll: If elections were held today, the Likud Party would win 24 seats, compared to 21 for National Unity led by Gantz.

Freed hostage refuses to meet Netanyahu

Margalit Moses, who was released from captivity, writes to the Prime Minister that she refuses to attend a meeting with him which she claims is intended "for photo op and public relations purposes."

Biden to Netanyahu:

Important to bring ceasefire and hostage release deal to closure

White House in readout of phone call between Biden and Netanyahu: They discussed active and ongoing US efforts to support Israel’s defense against all threats from Iran, including its proxy terrorist groups.

'Prepared for any scenario'

Netanyahu's message from northern Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Ramat David Air Force Base in northern Israel and received a comprehensive briefing on the readiness of the Air Force in all sectors, but especially the north.

Report:

Biden to pressure Netanyahu to bend on hostage deal demands

US President Joe Biden is expected to speak to Prime Minister Netanyahu and pressure him to show more flexibility on the issue of the Philadelphi Corridor.

Lapid:

Netanyahu 'no longer has a soul' for not going to Egypt himself

Opposition leader accuses PM of lacking a soul for not using his claimed negotiating skills to go to Egypt and negotiate a hostage deal in person.

Keir Starmer sends condolences over deaths of 6 hostages

British PM speaks with Netanyahu following recovery of the bodies of 6 hostages from Gaza overnight, welcomes Israeli support for US ceasefire proposal.

Senior official:

'Leaks harm negotiations for hostage deal'

A senior official calls on those leaking information from government meetings to express their positions publicly: 'I tell them - tell the public what you think. don't hide.'

Netanyahu promises:

Unclear if there will be a deal, we will not exit key corridors

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets families of fallen soldiers, hostages held in Gaza, says he will stand up to pressure to relinquish control of Philadelphi, Netzarim, corridors.

Bereaved families to PM:

For the sake of Israel's children - say NO to a reckless deal

Parents of fallen soldiers urge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to say 'no' to a deal which will harm Israel's security. 'Look into the eyes of our children, make a deal - but not one that harms Israel's security.'

Senior Hamas official:

'Blinken’s statement raises many ambiguities'

Hamas senior official Osama Hamdan criticizes Blinken's statement that Netanyahu accepted an updated proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release deal: Not what we agreed on.

Blinken:

'Netanyahu assured me Israel accepts deal, now waiting for Hamas'

US Secretary of State says 'there is a real sense of urgency to get the deal to the finish line' after meeting Israeli leaders.

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with US Secretary of State Blinken

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a private meeting on Monday with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. An expanded meeting will be held afterward.

Likud estimates: Knesset will dissolve during winter session

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu estimates that if negotiations for prisoner swap fail, he will be able to approve it -even if Smotrich and Ben Gvir oppose.

Hamas claims:

'Netanyahu still placing obstacles in way of an agreement'

Hamas officially announces its rejection of the proposal for an agreement for the release of hostages and a ceasefire as presented at the summit in Doha.

MK Distel Atbaryan refuses offer of Israel's ambassador in Rome

MK Galit Distel Atbaryan, former Minister of Information, refuses offer to serve in the diplomatic position as part of a political appointment.

Netanyahu:

'Put pressure on Hamas, not on Israeli government'

Netanyahu on the hostage deal: 'There are things we can be flexible on and there are things which we will insist on. We know how to distinguish between the two very well.

Kaplan protester:

'We'll see to it they kill Netanyahu'

Protester at anti-govt. demonstration in Tel Aviv says if Netanyahu doesn't resign, he should be assassinated.

PM's Office: 'Cautious optimism' regarding deal with Hamas

Office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expresses 'cautious optimism' regarding chance of ceasefire-prisoner swap deal with Hamas, hope that 'heavy pressure' will lead terror group to remove opposition to US-proposed agreement.

'The killing has to stop'

Trump: I told Netanyahu to get the war over with

Former US President says he has not spoken with Netanyahu since their meeting last month: I encouraged him to get this over with. Get your victory. And get it over with.

Netanyahu's move to fend off ICC arrest warrants

Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering forming a government-appointed inquiry commission to prevent the ICC from issuing warrants against him and other officials.

Report:

Trump speaks to Netanyahu about hostage release deal

Axios reports that former US President and Republican presidential nominee spoke on the phone with Netanyahu, one day before Doha summit.

'Flew without approval'

Benny Gantz asked to reimburse state 70 thousand shekel

The Prime Minister's Office is demanding that Benny Gantz return the expenses of a diplomatic trip he made to the US and UK in March as a minister after he did not receive approval from PM Netanyahu.

Netanyahu approves Israeli delegation to Doha summit tomorrow

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved the departure of the Israeli delegation to Doha tomorrow, as well as the mandate for conducting the negotiations on a ceasefire and hostage deal.

Netanyahu to cabinet:

'These are fateful days, don't publicly discuss security matters'

As Israel braces for attacks by Iran and Hezbollah, Prime Minister Netanyahu has instructed his cabinet ministers not to openly discuss matters of defense.

Netanyahu has painted himself into a corner - intentionally

Netanyahu has intentionally painted himself into a corner by telling the truth about the Philadelphi Corridor. At stake is Israel's survival. Opinion.

Mediators:

Hamas leader wants ceasefire deal

Egyptian and Qatari mediators say Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar wants a ceasefire deal.

PA demands arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

Following the attack on the Al-Taba’een school complex, the Palestinian Authority is calling on the Hague court to issue arrest warrants against Israeli 'war criminals.'

Netanyahu to Olympic medalists:

'I watched every second, you amazed everyone'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with Israel's rhythmic gymnastics team, praises their talent and dedication. 'The entire country is proud of you, you are worth gold - each one of you and all of you together.'

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

"We are working to block sanctions against Israeli citizens'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with council heads from Judea and Samaria to discuss foreign sanctions against residents of the regions.

Netanyahu to Time:

'I am sorry, deeply, for October 7th'

In a cover page article with Time Magazine, the Israeli Prime Minister expressed remorse for the first time for the events of October 7th, 'You always look back and you say, 'Could we have done things that would have prevented it?''

Macron to Netanyahu:

'Avoid a cycle of reprisals in the Middle East'

French President urges Netanyahu to "avoid a cycle of reprisals that would put the populations and stability of the region at risk", after making a similar plea to Iranian counterpart.

PM Netanyahu:

'We're striking our enemies, determined to defend ourselves'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits IDF induction base, tells new recruits, 'We are continuing forward to victory. We are prepared both defensively and offensively. We are striking our enemies and are determined to defend ourselves.'

Report:

Efforts towards normalization with Saudi Arabia officially paused

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu paused efforts to achieve normalization deal with Saudi Arabia until after US elections, report says.

Netanyahu:

'I'm not making changes to the deal, Hamas is'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the government meeting regarding the negotiations for the deal and the Iranian threats of retaliation over the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh.

Netanyahu considering appointing Israel Katz as Defense Minister

In light of his desire to replace Minister Yoav Gallant, Netanyahu asked if Foreign Minister Israel Katz would agree to take the position.

'He shouldn't interfere':

PM Netanyahu's response to Biden's conversation

Prime Minister's Office responds to reports that US Pres. Joe Biden expressed frustration at stalled prisoner swap talks.

'You are feeble'

Report: PM's discussion on hostage deal turned tense

TV report says the heads of the defense establishment said Netanyahu does not want a deal, and he fired back. Prime Minister's Office denies the report, says Netanyahu ordered the negotiating delegation to leave for Cairo to resume the talks.

Report:

Biden warned Netanyahu to stop escalating tensions

US officials tell Axios that President Biden privately demanded in his call with Netanyahu that he stop escalating tensions in the region and move immediately toward a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal.

Biden:

'Elimination of Haniyeh didn't help ceasefire efforts'

US President says he had “a direct conversation” with Netanyahu and urged him to quickly reach a deal for the release of the hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza.