Benjamin Netanyahu

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.

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.