Benjamin Netanyahu

Uganda considering opening embassy in Jerusalem

PM Netanyahu hopes Israel, Uganda will open embassies in each other's capitals.

Benny Gantz:

'Netanyahu is traveling the world in search of desperate spins'

Blue and White chairman says Netanyahu will be unable to serve the people of Israel once his trial starts after the March 2 election.

Netanyahu rejected proposal for Israel-Iran talks in 2013

Netanyahu rejected proposal from Oman to mediate talks with Iran, fearing that would legitimize Iran's contacts with the US.

Netanyahu praises Trump peace plan in Fox interview

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu joined Fox and Friends to discuss Trump's Middle East peace plan.

Netanyahu on sovereignty: Everything will be fine

Before taking off from Washington to Moscow, the PM refused to answer Arutz Sheva's question about applying sovereignty.

'Release of Naama Issachar: A gift to Netanyahu'

Senior official says Russia is not releasing Israeli woman in return for any Israeli gestures.

Netanyahu: Palestinians will not get a better deal

PM 'hopes the Palestinians give up dream of destroying Israel and live with us in peace.'

Pompeo: Peace plan will continue no matter who becomes PM

Secretary of State notes Gantz's approval of Trump's peace plan, expresses confidence it will move forward regardless of who is elected PM.

Netanyahu: We will apply sovereignty immediately

PM vows to end military administration over Judea and Samaria, end restrictions on construction.

‘Jewish Nobel’ cuts ties with Netanyahu’s office

Prime Minister's Office ends partnership with Genesis Prize, nicknamed the "Jewish Nobel', over concerns alliance made award seem political.

Netanyahu to heads of the Yesha Council: I'm keeping my promise

Heads of Yesha Council meet Prime Minister after his meeting with Trump in the White House.

Report: Netanyahu to forgo Jordan Valley annexation

Prime Minister reportedly not planning to annex Jordan Valley at this time - will instead settle for smaller annexation of Maale Adumim.

Liberman: Netanyahu isn't traveling - he's running away

Yisrael Beytenu MKs criticize PM Netanyahu's upcoming Washington trip, say he doesn't want to annex Jordan Valley.

'We must not pass up an offer that comes once in all of history'

PM Netanyahu praises 'deal of the century,' says Israel has never had such an opportunity.

'Netanyahu opposed to annexing settlements in Judea & Samaria'

Top US officials say PM opposed to plan to apply sovereignty to all Israeli towns in Judea & Samaria, wants annexation only in Jordan Valley

Pence: Netanyahu, Gantz accepted invitation to White House

Israeli leaders to meet President Trump in DC next week to discuss administration's peace plan. Gantz invited at Netanyahu's suggestion.

Netanyahu, Pence, and Friedman visit Western Wall

PM, US Vice President, and US ambassador visit Western Wall, place note between the stones.

Hot Mic: Pence calls Trump 'unstoppable'

Vice President Mike Pence overheard telling PM Netanyahu President Trump is 'unstoppable' at Yad Vashem.

Sovereignty:

PM waiting for green light from US for Jordan Valley annexation

Likud officials clarify: PM Netanyahu asked for 'green light' from US to apply sovereignty to the Jordan Valley.

Netanyahu welcomes world leaders to Jerusalem

'It is important that world leaders remember where we came from,' PM says as leaders gather for 75th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz.

Netanyahu on Hezbollah ban: This is an important step

PM praises countries that declared Hezbollah a terrorist organization in context of anti-terrorism conference being held in Colombia.

New Ministers:

Netanyahu taps Hotovely as Diaspora Minister

In the wake of indictment, Netanyahu taps Likud lawmakers Tzipi Hotovely, Ofir Akunis, Tzahi Hanegbi to take over ministerial portfolios.

Likud Officials:

'The Knesset Speaker is finished in the Likud'

Likud officials excoriate Knesset Speaker for pushing ahead with hearings on Netanyahu's immunity request in the middle of election season.

Knesset to consider Netanyahu's immunity request next week

Knesset Speaker announces that Knesset will begin hearings on Prime Minister's immunity request next Tuesday. 'I won't delay or speed it up'

Netanyahu holds emergency meeting with Bennett, Peretz

PM meets leaders of right-wing parties in last-ditch attempt to unify right-wing list.

Right-wing leaders agree:

'Prevent Knesset hearings on immunity request - at any cost'

PM Netanyahu meets with leaders of nationalist parties to discuss elections and his request for parliamentary immunity.

Netanyahu and Trump discuss 'critical issues'

White House says Trump and Netanyahu spoke and discussed critical issues, a day after Iran attacked US targets in Iraq.

All right-wing parties to run together?

PM Netanyahu examines possibility of joint run between Likud, other right-wing parties to prevent loss of seats due to electoral threshold.

'Netanyahu requested immunity from the current Knesset'

Blue and White's MK Nissenkorn says current Knesset has responsibility to discuss whether to grant PM Netanyahu immunity.

Mike Pompeo speaks with Netanyahu about Soleimani's elimination

'I am always grateful for Israel’s steadfast support in defeating terrorism. The bond between Israel and the United States is unbreakable.'

Netanyahu: Trump acted 'forcefully and decisively

PM Netanyahu praises US Pres. Trump for acting 'swiftly, forcefully, and decisively' in eliminating Qassem Soleimani.

Court rejects petition to bar Netanyahu from forming government

In victory of Netanyahu, Israeli Supreme Court throws out petition which sought to block PM from forming a new government under indictment.

Liberman vows to vote down Netanyahu's immunity request

Yisrael Beytenu chief blasts Prime Minister over request for immunity: 'Israel has become a hostage of Netanyahu's personal problems.'

Netanyahu announces request for immunity

In public statement, Netanyahu announces that he will request immunity from the Knesset, emphasizes that immunity will only be temporary.

Immunity Request?

Netanyahu to make announcement at 8:00 p.m.

Prime Minister set to deliver public statement Wednesday night - widely expected to be announcement on request for immunity.

PM backtracks:

Danon to stay on until May

PM reverses course, extends term of current Israeli ambassador to the UN for several months.

Danon's term as ambassador to end today

PM asks attorney general if new ambassador to the UN can be appointed during transition government.

Chief Justice:

'Nothing in the law barring Netanyahu from running in election'

Court opens hearing on PM's ability to new gov't with pointed questions for petitioners. 'Why does this need court intervention now?'

Foreign Minister: 'Blue and White is a pathetic party'

FM Katz says talk of immunity legislation is 'baseless claims,' Blue and White not authorized to decide whether PM is allowed to run.

How can attacks against Jews in Israel be viewed as "normal'?

Netanyahu: 'Victory over the spreaders of fake news'

PM Netanyahu calls for Likud and right-wing to unite, promises more 'amazing achievements' in coming years.

Netanyahu wins primaries

'We'll continue to lead Israel to unprecedented achievements'

PM defeats Gideon Sa'ar by a large margin and will head the Likud in the elections for the 23rd Knesset.

Netanyahu speaks with Putin about Naama Issachar

PM, Russian President discuss Iran, Syria. Netanyahu requests release of Naama Issachar.

116,000 Likud members to choose between Netanyahu and Sa'ar

Polling stations in Likud leadership primaries will open at 9:00 a.m. Voting will end at 11:00 p.m.

Opinion: A must win for Bibi

The Likud Primary this week is critical. It is a must win for Bibi. Jewish survival depends upon it.

Sa'ar: I'd make Netanyahu president of Israel

MK Gideon Sa'ar, who is running to replace Netanyahu as leader of the Likud party, says he would like Netanyahu 'to continue serving Israel'

Israeli Supreme Court:

Can Netanyahu form a new government while under indictment?

Supreme Court to rule on whether Netanyahu can continue on as prime minister after new elections while under indictment.

'Issue Palestinian Authority an ultimatum'

Transportation Min. Smotrich to PM: 'Demand PA retract request for investigation.'

ICC to investigate Israeli 'war crimes'

ICC chief prosecutor announces intent to investigate Israeli "crimes" against Arabs. Netanyahu: A dark day for truth and justice.

'Netanyahu strangled the Palestinian national idea'

Journalist Amit Segal speaks to Arutz Sheva about his 'Days of Binyamin' program analyzing PM's career in politics.

Netanyahu: Boris Johnson's win a 'great day for the UK'

Israeli prime minister and rival Benny Gantz both congratulate British PM Boris Johnson on his victory against Jeremy Corbyn.

Netanyahu considers giving up immunity with hours to go

PM may waive immunity from prosecution to prevent third elections as 22nd Knesset enters its final hours.

Gantz: Netanyahu can't turn Knesset into a sanctuary for himself

Blue and White leader calls on PM to defend his innocence in court, not to push for immunity in Knesset legislation.

Netanyahu: Last chance to forestall third elections

PM says Blue and White setting preconditions for holding of unity talks.

Netanyahu: No chance for unity with Gantz, Lapid

PM says Blue and White leaders leave no chance for unity government, urges Avigdor Liberman to join coalition in last 48 hours.

PM: We will act against Iran even without European support

Netanyahu says he discussed Iranian threat with US, Russian leaders.

Report: PM Netanyahu did not discuss annexation with Pompeo

Channel 13 reporter claims PM Netanyahu lied about content of meeting with US Sec. of State Pompeo.

Netanyahu believes: Bennett will be strengthened

Report: PM is pushing for the right-wing parties to ren separately in the next election so that the national camp wins 61 seats.

Netanyahu calls for direct elections

PM calls for direct elections for prime minister to avoid having to hold another round of Knesset elections.

Netanyahu: No reason to fear US-Israel defense alliance

PM heads to meeting with Pompeo, urges continued pressure on Iran to counter regime's aggression.