Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu urges haredi public to follow lockdown restrictions

'This time we'll end lockdown gradually,' says PM as some lockdown restrictions lifted. 'Follow the rules and your towns will become 'green'

Nine protesters arrested in Jerusalem

Police arrest three protesters who violated public order and attacked police during march in the streets of Jerusalem.

Poll: Likud 28, Yamina 21

54% of Israelis say Netanyahu needs to resign, with 28% of Likud voters backing call on PM to step down, new poll shows.

Yossi Dagan: Happy day for Samaria

The Supreme Planning Council of the Civil Administration today approved the construction of about 1,000 new housing units in Samaria.

Netanyahu: If numbers go up we will tighten lockdown again

PM addresses easing of current lockdown, says exit must be gradual and gains from the lockdown must not be "wasted."

Health Ministry agrees to ease lockdown restrictions

Coronavirus Cabinet convened to discuss easing the current lockdown.

Bennett to Netanyahu: Lockdown a result of your failures

Former Defense Minister blasts prime minister for calling second lockdown a success, says lockdown could have been avoided.

PM: We will open the skies, bring more economic aid

Netanyahu releases video discussing success of the current lockdown, exit strategy.

Netanyahu, Gantz agree: Lockdown to be extended until Sunday

Lockdown to remain in effect until midnight on Sunday. Cabinet may decide to ease restrictions on Thursday if morbidity data improves.

Netanyahu: This is what Fake News looks like

Prime minister blasts Ynet for article on new armored vehicle to protect his wife. 'Left-wing media spills my wife's blood once again.'

Tibi: Between Bennett and Netanyahu, we choose Netanyahu

Joint List MK does not hesitate to say who he would choose between current PM, Yamina chairman.

'Bringing our brothers and sisters from Ethiopia home'

PM Netanyahu Submits for Cabinet Approval a Draft Decision to Bring 2,000 Members of the Falash Mura Community to Israel

Netanyahu speaks with UAE's Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed

The Israeli and UAE leaders spoke and called for "the further consolidation of peace in the Middle East"

Netanyahu:

'We'll reopen businesses and schools - gradually'

Prime Minister Netanyahu vows to gradual reduction of lockdown restrictions, expresses guarded optimism over 'positive signs' of success.

Netanyahu to haredim: No dancing on Simchat Torah

PM delivers message to haredi community ahead of Simchat Torah holiday. 'There is no herd immunity It's a death sentence for thousands.'

Netanyahu holds Zoom meeting with local council heads

PM orders immediate evaluation of the possibility of giving local councils authority to act to cut chain of coronavirus infection.

Likud: We're used to the left-wing media inflating Bennett

Likud dismisses new Channel 12 News poll, says it is an attempt to harm Netanyahu.

PM Netanyahu: Chevron will operate Israel's gas reserves

'This will bring in billions of shekels to Israel's economy.' Netanyahu touts Chevron's decision to operate Israel's gas reserves.

Pro-Israel Evangelist John Hagee diagnosed with COVID-19

Netanyahu: 'Israel has no better friend.' Christians United for Israel founder John Hagee asks for prayers after being diagnosed with COVID.

Lockdown will continue, relief to be discussed next week

Accurate data that would support a decision to ease the lockdown will only be available in a week, ministers told.

Netanyahu: No easing of lockdown until next Monday

Prime Minister announces he has no intention to make changes to current lockdown until next week after more information is available.

Netanyahu: Don't jump to conclusions on Minister Gamliel

Prime Minister asks others to wait for result of investigation after minister accused of breaking rules. 'We'll get full picture soon.'

Turkey outraged over construction in Judea and Samaria

Turkish Foreign Ministry: Netanyahu's decision to approve new construction in "settlements" proves Israel still planning annexation.

'No one believes the gov't because they've zigzagged so much'

Newsweek columnist says that while protests shouldn't be happening, there's no justification for not allowing them to take place.

Netanyahu: Decision on lockdown will be made this Thursday

Prime Minister says Coronavirus Cabinet will decide Thursday whether to reduce - or expand - the ongoing lockdown.

Cracks in the Coalition:

Blue & White MK: We're thinking about dissolving the government

Coalition MK who joined anti-government protests in Tel Aviv says some Blue and White lawmakers are plotting to unseat Netanyahu.

Imagine a different Netanyahu speech

Imagine that Bibi once again addresses the community of nations. This time, he takes a crown out from his bag of tricks.

'Netanyahu put his own interests above the virus'

Yamina chairman blasts Netanyahu, says he will not join government even if asked.

Netanyahu promises 5,400 housing units in Judea and Samaria

PM instructs that extensive construction be approved. About half of the apartments will be in Beitar Illit.

Netanyahu: If lockdown is not effective we'll tighten it

Death toll from coroanvirus rises to 1,600. PM: 'We're at war.'

Netanyahu to again offer coronavirus czar post to Prof. Barbash

PM will try to persuade Prof. Gabi Barbash to take the post again, even though he refused to do so in the past due to a dispute over powers.

Heated exchange between Netanyahu, Gantz in Corona Cabinet

Gantz: We're driving the public crazy. Netanyahu: Don't tell me what is or isn't crazy.

Nasrallah: Netanyahu is lying

Hezbollah leader says Netanyahu was lying when he said Hezbollah is storing missiles near the Beirut airport.

Netanyahu: We must all stand up to Iran

Read PM Netanyahu's full address to the United Nations. Regarding the Abraham Accords and Hezbollah activity in Lebanon.

Report: Netanyahu to reveal intelligence on Hezbollah

Political source says PM will reveal secret Hezbollah preparations in Lebanon in address to UN General Assembly.

Danon: Netanyahu will emphasize Iran in UN speech

Former Israeli Ambassador to the UN says PM will emphasize sanctions on Iran, hopes for more peace deals with Arab states in UN speech.

Netanyahu reveals Hezbollah weapons depot near Beirut Airport

Israeli PM addresses 75th annual UN General Assembly via video address, calls on international community to act against Iran, Hezbollah.

Netanyahu answers questions: 'I prayed outside'

PM takes questions from citizens on Facebook, says if all Israelis obey health rules Israel will defeat the coronavirus.

PM: Israel must brace for 1,500 patients in serious condition

Prime Minister warns Israel could see doubling of number of coronavirus patients in serious condition in the coming days.

Netanyahu to chief rabbis: I appreciate your efforts

PM speaks with chief rabbis ahead of Yom Kippur. "Wear masks, maintain distance and pray in open area."

Nissenkorn blasts Netanyahu: He incites and divides

Justice Minister livid after Netanyahu says left-wing demonstrators protesting against are "anarchists" and "delusional".

Netanyahu: We're at the height of a war

Prime Minister issues statement ahead of announcement of more severe lockdown from tomorrow amid rising coronavirus cases and fatalities.

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PM approves large-scale construction in Judea & Samaria

Prime Minister seeks to convene Supreme Planning Council after Simchat Torah to approve construction of 5,000 housing units.

Report: Netanyahu brought dirty laundry to Washington

Washington Post report claims PM brought dirty laundry to be cleaned by the White House staff. Source close to Netanyahu denies.

PM to nation: Sharp rise in cases, situation is severe

Prime Minister Netanyahu explains need for stricter lockdown. "The decisions are difficult but there is no choice."

PM Netanyahu:

'There will be a general lockdown - better to start now'

DM Gantz demands end to 'disproportionate' focus on demonstrations as PM Netanyahu pushes for harsher lockdown.

Netanyahu pushing for immediate imposition of tighter lockdown

Flights abroad to be banned? PM expected to push for closure of much of Israeli economy, warning of national health 'emergency'.

Netanyahu advisers fined for violating isolation

Two of PM's advisers fined for violating isolation requirements imposed on them upon their return from Washington.

Netanyahu to demonstrators: This farce must end

PM says rules for demonstrations should not be different than for prayers or other gatherings if the rules are to be obeyed.

Netanyahu speaks with Bahrain crown prince

Prime Minister speaks with heir to throne of Bahrain 1 week after signing of peace deal between the two nations.

'The people won't accept closing synagogues on Yom Kippur'

Chief Rabbi of Israel David Lau warns Prime Minister Netanyahu that Israelis will not obey orders to close synagogues during Yom Kippur.

PM leaves Cabinet meeting for 'call of national importance'

Last time PM Netanyahu left a Cabinet meeting for a 'matter of national importance,' a peace agreement with the UAE was announced.

PM: Don't come to us with complaints if you break the rules

Prime Minister Netanyahu says Coronavirus Cabinet will discuss possibility of implementing harsher restrictions tomorrow.

Does Netanyahu deserve the Nobel Peace Prize?

Middle East expert Dr. Emmanuel Navon says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "definitely" deserves to be nominated for the prize

Why did an Italian MP nominate Netanyahu for the Nobel Prize?

MP Paolo Grimoldi tells i24NEWs why he nominated Israel's prime minister for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize.

Netanyahu: The lockdown is becoming a joke

PM scolds Coronavirus Czar: 'Did we imprison people in their homes for no benefit? What will we tell the citizens afterwards?'

Netanyahu:

'We need this lockdown'

Prime Minister says government may need to impose stricter limitations during lockdown. 'I won't hesitate to make restrictions tougher.'

Watch: Netanyahu's special holiday message to Jews worldwide

Israeli Prime Minister touts new peace treaties with Bahrain and UAE in special holiday message to Jews around the world.

Netanyahu considering imposing even harsher lockdown

PM consults with Coronavirus Czar and top health officials as he considers imposing even greater restrictions in upcoming lockdown.

Shana Tova from PM Netanyahu and Israeli pop star Noa Kirel

Prime Minister teams up with pop star Noa Kirel in video calling on children to obey the coronavirus guidelines 'for a happy new year.'