Benjamin Netanyahu

US Beirut Embassy calls for direct Lebanon-Israel meeting

US Embassy in Beirut says that Lebanon stands at a critical crossroads and has a historic opportunity to reclaim its sovereignty and independence by pursuing direct engagement with Israel.

Trump:

A pardon for Netanyahu would make Herzog a 'national hero'

Trump urges Herzog to pardon Netanyahu, calls him a potential 'national hero' and criticizes ongoing trial during wartime situation

Netanyahu: Advancing project to eliminate Hezbollah drone threat

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that he has ordered the advancement of solutions to counter explosive drones targeting IDF forces. “It will take time - but we’ll blow this up too."

Netanyahu speaks with families of murder victims

PM speaks with the family of Binyamin Yemanu Zelka, who was murdered in Petah Tikva, and with the family of Destaw Tsakul, who was also murdered in Be’er Sheva.

Netanyahu: Two major threats remain in Lebanon

Netanyahu said that Israel has achieved significant successes in Lebanon, but emphasized that two major threats remain: short-range rockets and drones.

Netanyahu testimony canceled last-minute over security concerns

After two-month hiatus, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony canceled due to security reasons.

Mass-casualty concerns

Netanyahu cancels Lag Ba’Omer Meron celebrations

The decision follows security assessments and updated Home Front Command restrictions limiting gatherings in the Meron area and nearby communities close to the Lebanese border.

Netanyahu

“Hezbollah’s violations are dismantling the ceasefire"

At the start of the cabinet meeting, Netanyahu addressed the attempted attack on Trump, the murder in Petah Tikva, and the fighting in the north, while announcing new measures.

Report: Herzog does not intend to grant Netanyahu a pardon

Senior Israeli officials told The New York Times that President Herzog prefers to promote a plea bargain arrangement and wishes to avoid making a decision at this stage.

Likud MK:

'Media has sick obsession with Netanyahu'

MK Boaz Bismuth criticized the media for taking too great an interest in the Prime Minister's recent health report.

After 20th Hezbollah ceasefire breach:

Netanyahu orders strikes in Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered IDF to strike 'vigorously' in Lebanon, PM's Office says.

'Thank G-d, I am healthy'

Netanyahu reveals he underwent surgery to remove cancerous tumor

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals he was treated for an early-stage tumor, saying it was successfully removed and kept confidential during wartime.

Shocking:

Polish politician publishes picture of Netanyahu as Hitler

A Polish politician posted an image of Netanyahu depicted as Hitler, alongside a post filled with incitement against Israel.

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Prime Minister walks in Hasataf Forest on Independence Day

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprised citizens when he arrived to enjoy the national Independence Day pastime of a walk in a national park.

Memorial Day ceremony

Netanyahu: The Iranian regime planned another Holocaust

Netanyahu honors fallen soldiers, reflects on personal loss, and underscores Israel’s resolve against existential threats.

Netanyahu dons tefillin of fallen lone soldier

On Memorial Day morning, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu donned the tefillin that belonged to IDF Golani Brigade soldier First Sgt. Sean Carmeli, who fell in Operation Protective Edge.

'No day without tears'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Memorial Day message

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors Israel’s fallen, emphasizing sacrifice, unity, and continued resolve as the nation faces ongoing security challenges.

Hungary's incoming PM: We will arrest Netanyahu if he visits

Hungary’s Prime Minister-elect Peter Magyar says his government will arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters Hungarian territory while subject to an ICC arrest warrant.

Netanyahu in personal post

'I miss you, Yoni, my beloved brother'

In a personal post, Prime Minister Netanyahu describes the character of his brother Yoni, the impact of his death on him, and the deep sense of responsibility that accompanies him as Prime Minister.

Netanyahu: 'Stunned and saddened' by damage to Christian statue

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns soldier for damaging Christian icon, stresses religious tolerance.

Huckabee:

Netanyahu, Milei restore Western values with 'moral clarity'

Mike Huckabee praises Netanyahu and Milei as moral leaders, hailing their courage, alliance with Trump, and role in advancing peace through strength.

Netanyahu: Every time Milei comes something big happens

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President of Argentina, Javier Milei, in Jerusalem. The two leaders will issue statements to the media and sign agreements.

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Netanyahu draws with fallen soldier's son

Ahead of Memorial Day, the Prime Minister shared his personal pain in a meeting with bereaved families and delivered a message of Hope for the future.

Netanyahu to the torchbearers: 'We have passed a huge test'

Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Regev met with the torchbearers. The PM emphasized the importance of standing firm against Iran and the heroism of the IDF soldiers.

Kamala Harris claims Netanyahu dragged Trump into Iran war

Former US Vice President claims that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pulled President Donald Trump into the Iran war, criticizes the Trump administration as the most corrupt in US history.

From battlefield to beacon:

Wounded IDF hero Ari Spitz visits Netanyahu

Wounded IDF soldier Ari Spitz meets Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem after being chosen to light a torch at the Independence Day ceremony, with Netanyahu praising his inspiring recovery and resilience.

Netanyahu: A historic opportunity

Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that the 10-day ceasefire presents a historic opportunity to reach a peace agreement with Lebanon that sees Hezbollah disarm.

Netanyahu: We are about to subdue Bint Jbeil

PM addresses the campaigns in Lebanon and Iran, including the possibility that fighting may resume.

Netanyahu holds first phone call with new Hungarian PM-elect

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hungary’s incoming leader Peter Magyar agree to maintain close ties, exchange visits, in first phone call.

Netanyahu thanks ‘true friend’ Orban, signals new chapter

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises Viktor Orban’s steadfast support for Israel and looks ahead to strengthening ties with Hungary’s new leadership.

Netanyahu reveals: This is why the Iran-US negotiations failed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses Iran negotiations, Lebanon strikes at government meeting, says US 'could not tolerate Iran's blatant violation' of agreement to negotiate.

PM to Holocaust survivors: 'There won't be another Holocaust'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and wife Sara meet Holocaust survivors selected to light memorial torches, praising their resilience.

Spanish official rebuked following Netanyahu effigy display

Director General of the Foreign Ministry clarifies to Madrid’s representative that the burning of a Netanyahu effigy in Spain is a “direct result of systematic incitement" by Prime Minister Sanchez’s government.

Netanyahu in Lebanon:

'The war continues, there is still work to do'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visited southern Lebanon today with the Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff and announced that there was far more to do against Hezbollah.

'Strengthens Trump and Bibi'

Thomas Friedman's Iran dilemma

NYT columnist says that while he supports the downfall of the Iranian regime, he would not want to see it politically strengthen the leaders of the US and Israel, who he called 'terrible, terrible people.'

'Classified security reasons'

Prosecution agrees to postpone Netanyahu's testimony

Prosecutor's office does not oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request not to testify this week in the cases against him.

Netanyahu in direct clash with Supreme Court

Prime Minister Netanyahu submitted his response to the petition seeking the removal of National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, claiming it was not in the Supreme Court's authority to do so.

Netanyahu effigy blown up

Israel slams Spanish government

Israel issues diplomatic reprimand to Spain's top diplomat after a giant effigy of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu packed with gunpowder detonated in a Spanish town.

Turkey indicts Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir

The Istanbul prosecutor's office said it has filed charges against 35 Israelis, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, alleging, among other things, abuse of activists from the Gaza flotilla in October last year.

Netanyahu declares: War with Iran is not over

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has not yet completed its operations in Iran, but existential threat no longer hangs over Israel. 'Had we not launched these two operations, Iran would already have a nuclear bomb.'

CNN:

Trump asks Netanyahu to ease strikes on Lebanon

Trump reportedly urged Netanyahu to scale back Lebanon strikes and pursue talks, as Israel says no ceasefire is currently planned.

Walla Journalist:

Netanyahu in Bar Ilan speech turned into Smotrich from Kedumim

Walla political commentator Yehuda Shlezinger says Benjamin Netanyahu has changed deeply since October 7, calling him “the biggest awakening in the Middle East," partly influenced by talks with Bezalel Smotrich.

Poll: Stable majority for the coalition

According to the poll, the coalition bloc reaches 64 seats. Likud leads with 32, while Yesh Atid and Blue and White do not pass the electoral threshold.

Netanyahu reassures:

No ceasefire in Lebanon, peace through strength'

Netanyahu reassures northern residents that Israel will continue fighting Hezbollah while it holds negotiations with Lebanon, which were reached thanks to Israel's new standing in the region.

Netanyahu announces direct negotiations with Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered direct talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah disarmament and peace, following requests from Beirut.

Netanyahu:

We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises recent attacks on Hezbollah, warns Israel will continue to act 'wherever necessary' to restore security to northern Israel.

Lapid on ceasefire:

'Netanyahu cheated Israel and its partners'

Opposition leaders lash out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the Iran ceasefire a failure and accusing him of mismanagement and deception.

Netanyahu:

Ceasefire is temporary, Israel ready to resume war

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel achieved major gains against Iran but warns the war is not over and operations could resume at any moment.

Netanyahu:

Two-week ceasefire does not include Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs President Trump’s pause on Iran strikes, stressing it hinges on Tehran’s actions and excludes Lebanon.

Netanyahu to Trump: Do not rush into a ceasefire

Prime Minister expresses concern in a conversation with the US President about a potential ceasefire with the regime in Tehran. Trump makes clear he will not compromise on the full handover of all enriched uranium.

In small groups

Students to return to schools and kindergartens on Sunday

Prime Minister Netanyahu approves Education Minister Yoav Kisch’s position: Classes for students aged 0-8 will resume nationwide on Sunday, subject to approval by the Home Front Command and decisions by local authority heads.

Netanyahu:

'We are systematically dismantling the IRGC's money machine'

The Prime Minister made it clear that the campaign against Iran has moved to a phase of destroying national infrastructure and systematically eliminating senior regime officials.

Netanyahu:

'Trump thanked Israel for helping rescue downed pilot'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks with President Trump, says Trump thanked Israel for its critical assistance in the daring operation to rescue a US pilot downed in Iran.

Netanyahu:

'Prayer is as important as protests'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the Supreme Court's decision to allow demonstrations in Tel Aviv, noting there are restrictions on prayer at the Western Wall during the Passover holiday.

Netanyahu: All Israelis rejoice in rescue of the American pilot

Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulates President Trump on the successful rescue of the American crew member, saying it 'reinforces the sacred principle: No one is left behind.'

Netanyahu

'We have inflicted 10 plagues on Iran's axis of evil'

Prime Minister Netanyahu delivers a statement to the nation on the war with Iran and Hezbollah on the eve of Passover.

Netanyahu:

'Trump understood Iran nuclear threat decades ago'

In interview with Newsmax, PM Netanyahu credits President Trump with recognizing Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and delivery systems long before others, says Iran war is "beyond the halfway point".

Antisemitism:

Politico pulls cartoon depicting bloodied Trump and Netanyahu

Politico forced to remove a controversial cartoon depicting a blood-soaked President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a doomed "Amalek" ship headed toward Iran, after accusations of antisemitism.

Death Penalty for Terrorists Bill

Netanyahu to vote in favor, will MK Maoz support?

Netanyahu announces he will vote in favor of the death penalty for terrorists. His statement may pave the way for support from Yisrael Beytenu, which has made its backing conditional on his personal participation. MK Avi Maoz is awaiting instructions from his rabbi.

Election poll:

Likud on top as Bennett gains ground

Channel 13 poll shows Likud at 25 seats, Bennett at 18, with Netanyahu’s bloc short of a majority and Arab parties potentially holding balance.