Benjamin Netanyahu

Strategist to INN:

'Netanyahu needs quiet to deal with the real challenges'

Strategist: 'Netanyahu wanted opposition rep. in Judicial Selection Committee to calm things down, allow focus on economy, Iranian issue.'

Netanyahu: Gantz, Lapid looked for any excuse to torpedo talks

PM responds to opposition leaders' announcement that talks at President's Residence would stop until judicial selection committee forms.

Netanyahu to Gantz, Lapid:

'Stop the threats and come back to the talks'

Secret ballot to pick Knesset's 2 representatives on the committee to select judges ends as both sides continue to trade barbs.

PM calls to push off vote for judicial selection committee

Coalition expected to back PM's initiative to delay Knesset vote choosing MKs for judicial selection committee by one month.

Critical Knesset Vote:

Netanyahu to back Opposition MK for judicial selection committee

PM to back Opposition MK for spot on judicial selection committee - but will also agree to push parts of judicial reform unilaterally.

Biden invites Herzog to White House, not Netanyahu

Israeli President to receive invitation to meet US counterpart during visit to Washington next month as PM's wait continues.

Netanyahu:

'No deals with Iran are binding on Israel'

'Over 90% of our security problems come from Iran and its proxies,' Prime Minister tells Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Netanyahu to Lithuanian PM:

'Our relations are going to become even stronger'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė discuss regional issues, especially the Iranian threat.

Netanyahu:

'We are determined to bring Shin Bet into war on crime'

PM says crime in Arab sector a 'national calamity,' authorities must strike the 'head of the snake.'

Netanyahu to Sky News:

"For God's sake, it's our ancestral homeland!"

Prime Minister Netanyahu: 'A Sky News reporter tried to cast doubt on our right to live in Israel. Here is how I answered him.'

Netanyahu:

'Israel won't be bound by other countries' agreements with Iran'

PM in interview with British channel says his invitation to the White House is coming, says diplomacy by itself not enough with Iran.

State Department:

'Blinken underscored ironclad commitment to Israel’s security'

Following conversation between Netanyahu and Blinken, Secretary of State says he and the PM discussed "areas of mutual interest".

Netanyahu tells Blinken:

No agreement with Iran will obligate Israel

PM Netanyahu speaks with US Sec. of State Blinken, emphasizing bilateral cooperation and discussing Iranian threat.

Assessment:

Cabinet will approve strike on Iran if Netanyahu seeks it

Unlike 10 years ago, today PM has the votes to approve a strike on Iran's nuclear program.

Netanyahu, El-Sisi, discuss shooting attack on Egypt border

Egypt's President El-Sisi expresses condolences for deaths of three IDF soldiers, reiterates commitment to full investigation into shooting.

Likud sources:

'Justice Min. will fight to the end for judicial appointments'

Sources close to Justice Min. Levin say he will resign if a satisfactory compromised is not reached.

IAEA chief:

'We will never politicize our work in Iran'

Rafael Grossi pushes back on Israel’s claims that his agency capitulated to Iranian pressure.

PM Netanyahu:

'Cost of living is not predestined fate - we will fight it'

'Israel does not need to be more expensive than most of the developed countries in the world,' PM Netanyahu says.

'Not suited to serve'

Arab MKs demand: Fire Ben-Gvir

Ahead of their meeting with Netanyahu, Arab MKs are demanding he fire Ben-Gvir for not being 'suited' to serve.

Cabinet convenes in Tel Aviv

Netanyahu: We can deal with every threat by ourselves

Security Cabinet convenes in the framework of the “Firm Hand” military exercise, at the IDF command center at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

'Our message to Egypt: we expect a thorough investigation'

Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed the investigation and the repercussions of the deadly terror attack on the Egyptian border.

During protest:

Violent clashes near Netanyahu's home in Caesarea

At least 14 arrested after demonstrators arrive, unannounced, outside PM's home and protest while making noise.

Sources:

Nides sent Netanyahu a letter urging him to suspend NGO bill

US Ambassador to Israel reportedly sent a letter to Netanyahu urging him not to move forward with the “Nonprofits Law”.

Netanyahu: Rabbi Edelstein was imbued with a love for all Jews

Prime Minister Netanyahu eulogizes haredi spiritual leader Rabbi Gershon Edelstein.

Proposal at Likud meeting:

Promote law banning demonstrations outside MKs' homes

MK Danny Danon proposes to advance legislation banning demonstrations outside homes of public figures. Netanyahu willing to look into it.

Netanyahu to Erdogan:

'We'll bring the relations between the countries to new heights'

Netanyahu calls Turkish President and congratulates him after his victory in the elections in his country.

Netanyahu ally: PM isn't going to bring back judicial reform

MK David Bitan blasts fellow Likud lawmaker who crafted judicial reform, says Netanyahu isn't going to put overhaul back on agenda.

WH's ultimatum to Netanyahu:

Drop bill limiting aid to PA Arabs, score a meeting with Biden

Netanyahu, who has been working hard to score a meeting with the US President, had no choice but to capitulate and shelve the legislation.

Pride parade organizers ask PM to replace Ben Gvir

The organizers of the Jerusalem pride parade have asked the Prime Minister to handle the security of the parade rather than Itamar Ben Gvir.

After state cup win:

Netanyahu hosts Beitar Jerusalem team members

Netanyahu meets team members of Beitar Jerusalem: We are happy for you.

After Budget Passed:

Netanyahu vows judicial reform will be put back on agenda

Prime Minister says judicial reform will be brought back - but emphasizes he hopes deal can be reached with the Opposition.

Dudi Amsalem appointed to new post

Netanyahu decides to appoint Minister Dudi Amsalem to be in charge of the Atomic Energy Committee.

Netanyahu: We surprise Iran and the opposition all the time

PM addresses coalition MKs and ministers ahead of whirlwind session to pass the State budget tomorrow.

Netanyahu:

'Our enemies should know: We are way ahead of you'

PM visits IDF intelligence base, receives updates on efforts to counter Iran, terrorism in Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu, Herzog invited to UAE climate conference in Dubai

UAE Ambassador to Israel delivers letter to Netanyahu and Herzog inviting them to COP28 which will be held in November.

Netanyahu slams 'antisemitic' incitement against haredim on TV

Prime Minister vows government will pass budget by next week's deadline, accuses anti-haredi pundits of 'copying antisemitic propaganda.'

Poll:

Netanyahu again favored to serve as Prime Minister

Following Operation Shield and Arrow, Israelis once again see Netanyahu as the most suitable person to serve as Prime Minister.

Netanyahu meets Noa Kirel:

'You definitely don't want to see me dance'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and his wife meet Israel's Eurovision representative, who came in third.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

'Eliminating terrorists isn't climbing a high horse'

National Security Minister responds to Netanyahu who urged the members of the coalition to work together and pass the budget.

Netanyahu on Jerusalem Day:

'We have changed the equation'

Netanyahu at state ceremony for Jerusalem Day: Despite the threats, I directed that the flag march be held along its customary route.

Netanyahu:

'We raise Jerusalem above our highest joy day in day out

PM Netanyahu publishes greeting ahead of Jerusalem Day: A splendid day on which to celebrate our return to our eternal capital.

Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir meet, fail to patch differences

A meeting between Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir yesterday failed to resolve their disputes on government conduct.

Netanyahu: We changed the balance of deterrence

PM says Operation Shield and Arrow changed Israel's position with Islamic Jihad the way the May 2021 war changed the equation with Hamas.

Netanyahu: Our operation against Islamic Jihad was 'perfect'

Israeli prime minister brags of 'perfect' operation in Gaza. 'We eliminated dozens of terrorists, hit missile arsenals, anti-tank units.'

Nasrallah:

'Netanyahu trying to escape internal division'

Hezbollah leader claims Netanyahu is trying to escape "the disintegration of his government" by launching Gaza operation.

Calm maintained overnight

Netanyahu, Gallant: Continue exacting price from Islamic Jihad

PMO after security assessment: The campaign will continue as long as necessary. IDF struck targets in Gaza before midnight.

Netanyahu:

'Anyone who tries to harm us, his blood is on his head'

PM visits David's Sling array which shot down a rocket fired at Tel Aviv yesterday, vows to continue to target Islamic Jihad leaders.

Netanyahu:

'We struck the hardest blow Islamic Jihad has ever received'

PM says assassination of 3 leaders created a 'new equation' with Islamic Jihad.

Netanyahu:

'Any escalation will be met with a crushing response'

PM addresses nation after launch of Operation Shield and Arrow, says Islamic Jihad leaders responsible for rocket fire, terror attacks dead.

Netanyahu: We're in the midst of a campaign, don't mess with us

PM addresses Operation Shield and Arrow during security Cabinet meeting.

Netanyahu on Operation: Whoever hurts us will be hurt in turn

PM says Iran seeking to launch multi-front war against Israel, but Israel is prepared for that kind of conflict.

Netanyahu welcomes supermarket chain Carrefour to Israel

Opposition quick to remind the Prime Minister that the move was made possible thanks to the work of the previous government.

Hamas denies progress in prisoner exchange deal with Israel

Palestinian Arab official denies Netanyahu's remarks on progress in negotiations on a prisoner exchange deal.

Report:

Netanyahu trying to defuse coalition crisis with rightist ally

National Security Minister reportedly rejects overtures by Netanyahu, demanding changes before ending boycott of the government.

Ben-Gvir's demands of Netanyahu

National Security Minister demands to be included in sensitive security briefings to end Otzma Yehudit boycott of Knesset votes.

Netanyahu at cabinet meeting:

'Since the beginning of the year we stopped over 110 terrorists'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed his cabinet, which was missing ministers from Otzma Yehudit, who were absent in protest.

In act of protest:

Ben Gvir considering boycott of government meeting

Source close to National Security Minister say his party will continue its protest against the "lax response in Gaza".

Senior coalition officials:

'The judicial reform is dead'

Senior officials in the coalition understand that Netanyahu has decided not to promote the judicial reform.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'We have no intention of backing down'

MK Tzvika Foghel clarifies: If we fail to influence the policies of the current government - we have nothing to do there.

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir, still not speaking

Shas party demands boycott of Knesset votes until law passes allowing MK Aryeh Deri to become minister.