Benjamin Netanyahu

MK Boaz Bismuth to Arutz Sheva:

'Trump came to set things straight'

MK Boaz Bismuth responds to President Donald Trump's statements: He is creating a new reality in the Middle East together with Netanyahu.

Netanyahu:

'Trump's plan for Gaza is the first good idea that I've heard'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks to Fox News about Trump's plan for Gaza: It's a remarkable idea. And I think it should be really pursued and done, because I think it will create a different future for everyone.

Pentagon:

'Hegseth said US is 100 percent committed to Israel's security'

Pentagon issues statement summarizing meeting between Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Prime Minister Netanyahu: Hegseth made clear that the United States will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel to pursue peace through strength.

US Defense Sec. to Netanyahu:

'We will provide you with the ammunition that was not provided'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who expresses appreciation for the activities of the IDF and for Israel's resilience in the face of security threats.

PM Netanyahu meets VP Vance and National Security Advisor Waltz

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US Vice President J.D. Vance and US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz at the Blair House in Washington, DC.

Netanyahu's surprising gift to Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gifts US President Donald Trump a golden beeper, Trump comments: 'It was a brilliant operation.'

Political source:

'Meeting exceeded all our expectations and dreams'

'The relationship between Netanyahu and Trump has never been better and closer; anyone who hoped to see cracks between Trump and Netanyahu was bitterly disappointed,' source says.

Trump:

'The US will take over the Gaza Strip'

Trump and Netanyahu hold press conference following their meeting at the White House. Trump on Gaza: The US will take over the Gaza Strip and create an economic development that will supply unlimited numbers of jobs and housing for the people of the area.

Trump:

'The goal is to resettle the people of Gaza permanently'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu becomes the first international leader to meet President Trump since he assumed office. Trump in response to Arutz Sheva: Saudis are not expecting a Palestinian state as a condition for normalization with Israel.

Council heads to Netanyahu:

'Sovereignty is part of the absolute victory!'

Leaders of local authorities in Judea and Samaria send letter to Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with Trump, express concern over reports of possible relinquishment of sovereignty over Judea and Samaria as part of the normalization deal with Saudi Arabia.

Israeli source:

'Trump does not want Hamas in Gaza'

Ahead of meeting between US President and PM Netanyahu Israeli source reports that Israel is willing to consider extending first phase of hostage deal.

Hostage's mother to Trump: 'Don't stop, bring them all back'

'I came to D.C. this week to thank President Trump and to caution him about those who seek to destroy the hostage-ceasefire deal that he secured,' Einav, whose son Matan Zangauker was taken hostage, says.

Billion dollar deal:

Trump planning defense aid package for Israel

The billion-dollar defense deal includes two central components: 4,700 guided half-ton bombs worth a total of 700 million dollars, as well as armored bulldozers worth 300 million dollars.

Rep. Andrew Harris:

'Israel is for Jews, from the river to the sea'

Rep. Andrew Harris (R-MD 1st District) sent a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supporting the Knesset resolution against a Palestinian state.

Netanyahu meets Steve Witkoff

Israel to send delegation to Qatar to discuss hostage deal

Prime Minister's Office says the meeting was positive and friendly. Israel preparing to send a delegation to Doha to discuss further implementation of the hostage deal.

During Washington visit

Netanyahu meets Elon Musk

Netanyahu meets Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and owner of social media site X, and David Sacks, the White House AI and Crypto czar.

Pro-Victory campaign to PM:

'Is this how you want to be remembered? Eliminate Hamas'

Huge sign hung on Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv calls out PM, before his meeting with Pres. Trump: 'Is this how you want to be remembered? Eliminate Hamas.'

Ambassador Danon:

'Netanyahu's visit is the start of a new era for Israel'

Danny Danon tells Arutz Sheva about the new era ushered in by Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington DC.

Despite Netanyahu's promise:

Palestinian Authority involved in control of Rafah Crossing

The Palestinian Authority is operating the Rafah Crossing between Israel and Gaza, alongside international bodies. 'The Prime Minister caved in.'

Trump:

'Talks on the Middle East are progressing'

Ahead of his meeting with Netanyahu on Tuesday, Trump says talks with Israel and other countries on the Middle East are progressing: We have some very big meetings scheduled.

'We need both parties to support Israel'

Reps. Brad Sherman (D-CA) and Joe Wilson (R-SC) speak to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of Netanyahu’s meeting with Trump. Rep. Wilson: We know that Netanyahu and Trump will work together to achieve all of the hostages being released. And it will be done very quickly.

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Netanyahu lands in Washington

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lands in Washington, DC, ahead of his meetings with Steve Witkoff and President Trump.

80-year-old indicted for anti-Netanyahu incitement

Indictment filed against 80-year-old resident of Ness Ziona for incitement to terrorism against Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Netanyahu in Washington:

Hostage deal, the 'day after', and the Abraham Accords

Prime Minister Netanyahu is on his way to Washington as the first foreign leader invited to the White House in President Trump's second term, hoping to negotiate several strategic achievements for Israel.

Sovereignty and Security:

Smotrich conveys message to Netanyahu before meeting with Trump

'We must strengthen our hold and sovereignty over our homeland territories in Judea and Samaria,' Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expresses support for PM Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with US President Trump.

Caroline Glick appointed as international relations advisor

Prime Minister appoints Caroline Glick as new advisor on international relations. Glick joins PM on visit to the US.

Netanyahu before leaving to US:

'Working with President Trump we could redraw the map'

Netanyahu spoke to the press before boarding his flight to the US ahead of his meeting with the US President.

Senior Hamas official: We're ready to resume the fighting

Taher Nounou, a senior Hamas official, calls on the international community to force Netanyahu to stop the war and fully withdraw from the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu:

'Our thoughts are now with the remaining hostages'

Israel's leaders and the families of the hostages responded Saturday evening to the release of the hostages, expressing joy for those released and determination to recover the rest.

Ahead of the second stage:

Netanyahu's dramatic decision

Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to head negotiations team for second stage of prisoner swap deal with Hamas, report says. PM's Office: 'Decisions on negotiations to be made only after PM returns from US.'

Netanyahu after hostages' release:

'Our steadfast stand proved itself'

'We'll continue to take determined action to bring hostages back home, and achieve all of our objectives for the war,' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.

Report:

Netanyahu and Trump to meet twice in Washington on Tuesday

Axios reports that Trump and Netanyahu are expected to meet in the afternoon for a working meeting and later in the evening for an informal dinner with their spouses.

Netanyahu:

'Whoever dares to harm our hostages – will pay the price'

Prime Minister welcomes the return of 3 Israeli hostages today, reacts to disturbing scenes of Gazans surrounding them during their release.

After disturbing scenes:

Israel receives commitment for safe exit of hostages from Gaza

PM Netanyahu had ordered the freezing of the release of terrorists after mobs of Gazans and Hamas terrorists surrounded the vehicles carrying the hostages who were released today.

Netanyahu on hostages' release:

These horrific scenes must not be allowed to repeat themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu harshly criticizes chaos in Khan Yunis during release of hostages Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes.

Rabbis' Letter:

'We expect you to defeat Hamas'

Senior Yeshiva deans and prominent Rabbis in the Religious Zionist community have sent a letter to the Prime Minister in which they call upon him to defeat Hamas.

Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington in 1 week

Israeli PM to become the first foreign leader to be invited to meet President Trump in Washington during Trump's second term. The 2 will meet on Tuesday, February 4.

France to allow Israeli companies at Paris air show

Netanyahu and Macron confirm French President will allow Israeli companies to attend this year's Paris air show, after banning Israel from Euronaval show late last year.

Netanyahu, US Defense Sec. discuss 'unbreakable' US-Israel bond

One day after being sworn in, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks by phone to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. US defense official says Hegseth stressed that the United States is fully committed to ensure that Israel has the capabilities it needs to defend itself.

Netanyahu to Liri Albag's parents:

'We embrace Liri and her friends, this is truly a great day'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with Shira and Eli Albag, parents of released hostage Liri Albag. Watch.

Netanyahu to Shaul family:

'There is great sadness, but also great closure'

Prime Minister visited the family of Oron Shaul after his body was recovered from Hamas captivity: 'Now you live with the mourning, but not with the uncertainty.'

PM to freed hostages' parents:

'We didn't give up and we won't give up on the others'

Netanyahu speaks with the parents of the 3 hostages who were freed on Sunday. Families ask PM not to stop until all remaining hostages are returned.

Salute controversy

Netanyahu defends Musk: 'A great friend of Israel'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the DOGE administrator who came under fire after he made a gesture that was interpreted to be a Nazi salute.

Rubio to Netanyahu:

We'll work tirelessly to help free all remaining hostages

US Secretary of State speaks to Prime Minister Netanyahu, underscores US steadfast support for Israel and says he looks forward to addressing the threats posed by Iran.

Minister Haim Katz to receive Otzma Yehudit's portfolios

After Minister Yariv Levin declined the offer, Minister Haim Katz will replace the ministers from the Otzma Yehudit Party who left the coalition.

Hamas official: Netanyahu caved

Bassem Naim, senior Hamas leader, claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'surrender' to Hamas demands for ceasefire caused by internal pressure on Israeli government.

In case ceasefirefalls apart:

Netanyahu presented document on resumption of war

Following the demand of the Religious Zionism party, cabinet ministers discussed a proposal that stated that the war would be renewed "if an additional hostage release plan is not approved."

Netanyahu congratulates Trump:

'I look forward to working with you to free the hostages'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Congratulates President Donald Trump on his inauguration, looks forward to work with the President on the return of all the hostages and other regional challenges.

Netanyahu to Hostage coordinator:

'Tell Romi, Emily and Doron - welcome home!'

PM speaks to Coordinator for the Hostages and the Missing after IDF receives the three released hostages.

ICC Chief Prosecutor claims:

'Israel made no real effort to investigate genocide claims'

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan justifies arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant, claims Israel made “no real effort” to independently investigate claims that it committed war crimes.

PM's office denies

Ben Gvir: They offered to credit me for firing the Chief of Staff

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks about the offers he received from the Prime Minister to convince him to remain in the government despite the hostage deal. Netanyahu's office responds: An absolute lie.

Netanyahu:

We'll achieve goals of the war, we'll bring back all the hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to Israeli public for the first time following signing of ceasefire deal with Hamas, promising to achieve all goals of the war and responding to criticism.

Hostage deal:

Netanyhu accepts Smotrich's demands

Significant progress has been made in talks between Minister Smotrich and PM Netanyahu to allow the Religious Zionism part to remain in the government after the Cabinet approves the hostage deal.

Diplomatic source:

Cabinet will not meet until deal is finalized

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is insistent on finalizing all the details of the hostage deal before bringing it to the vote of the Security Cabinet and the Cabinet.

In wake of hostage deal

Netanyahu speaks to Trump and Biden

Prime Minister's Office says Netanyahu thanked Trump for his help in advancing the release of the hostages. Netanyahu also speaks to Biden, and thanks him for his help in advancing the deal.

Will he leave the government?

Smotrich condemns deal, sets condition for Netanyahu

Minister Smotrich voiced his strong opposition to the deal that was reached between Israel and Hamas and restated that his party would only remain in the government if Israel returned to the fighting.

Smotrich:

We won't topple government if Halevi is replaced & Hamas defeated

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with list of demands to ensure Israel's security - even if a ceasefire deal with Hamas is signed.

ICC prosecutor to court:

'Reject Israel's move to dismiss arrest warrants'

Chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, urges judges to dismiss Israel’s appeal challenging the court's jurisdiction, in wake of arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.

Deal to stay in Gov't:

Netanyahu makes offer to Ben Gvir and Smotrich

Following threats by Chairman of Otzma Yehudit to resign in the event of a deal approval, PM makes offer to Ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir, on condition that they remain in the government.

Republicans in Israel Chair:

'Netanyahu should politely tell Trump 'no''

Republicans in Israel Chairman Marc Zell tells Arutz Sheva that he sees the emerging hostage deal as a larger agreement between the US and Israel, but believes Netanyahu should politely refuse it.