Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu:

'We turned the tables and isolated Hamas'

Netanyahu sums up his US visit: “We isolated Hamas, I did not agree to a Palestinian state.”

President Herzog:

'Trump’s Gaza proposal offers real hope'

President Herzog endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a path to ending the war, freeing hostages, and forging a new regional partnership.

'Greatest day ever in civilization'

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, shares new proposal for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

Israeli PM reportedly apologizes to Qatari counterpart for this month's strike on Hamas's leadership in Doha during his meeting with President Trump.

Ben Gvir's demand to PM

'Hamas defeat and full control over Gaza'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Netanyahu’s meeting with US President Donald Trump, demanding the complete dismantling of Hamas.

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

Wounded Soldiers To PM:

'Don't stab us in the back'

Hundreds of wounded IDF soldiers wrote to the Prime Minister not to adopt a plan that would lead to ending the fighting without a decisive defeat of Hamas.

Netanyahu avoids promising sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Sources who attended a meeting with the Yesha Council said the prime minister refused to commit to a timetable for applying sovereignty.

They hated Jabotinsky then. They hate Netanyahu now.

Jabotnisky's heirs are not in hiding anymore and there is no British Mandate the left can sell them out to. The right won democratic elections, and the left has to accept that fact without resorting to anti-democratic violent protests where they carry signs about "saving democracy". Opinion.

'Gaps have been narrowed'

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive at Netanyahu’s New York hotel for second round of talks. Israeli official: “There’s a positive atmosphere toward reaching an agreement.” Netanyahu-Trump meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. New York time on Monday.

Tucker Carlson:

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

The influential right-wing U.S. media figure is calling on President Trump to distance himself from Netanyahu and claiming that Netanyahu has been telling people he controls the US President.

Yehoshua Shani to Netanyahu:

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Gevura Forum chairman Yehoshua Shani calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu not to yield to American pressure for a deal that would harm Israel's interests.

Netanyahu on Fox News:

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel is working with President Trump’s team to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, disarm Hamas, and free Israeli hostages.

Hostage's aunt:

'Being cautiously optimistic'

Chana Cohen, aunt of Inbar Hyman, murdered in Hamas captivity, shared her difficult feelings on PM's speech and Trump's plan, 'Netanyahu did not even mention their names at the UN.'

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

'You have no mandate to end the war without defeating Hamas'

National Security Minister Ben Gvir in a post on X after Shabbat: “Mr. Prime Minister, you have no mandate to end the war without a complete defeat of Hamas.”

Eric Adams stands with Israel after meeting with Netanyahu

After meeting PM Netanyahu post-UN speech, NYC Mayor Adams reaffirms strong support for Israel, citing its right to defend itself and calling out global silence on antisemitism and hostages.

Hostage families to Netanyahu:

'Words without action are meaningless'

Hostage families denounce Netanyahu’s UN speech, accusing him of endangering captives and ignoring murdered hostages. They urge immediate action and support President Trump’s call to end the war.

Netanyahu at UN General Assembly: 'A Palestinian state? Madness'

Netanyahu addressed the hostages in Hebrew via loudspeakers set up in Gaza, 'Our heroic brothers, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is speaking, we have not forgotten you. The entire nation is with you. And we will not be silent until we bring you all home,' adding 'Giving the Palestinians a state adjacent to Jerusalem is like giving al-Qaeda a state adjacent to New York.'

Despite PM's specific orders:

Photos indicate IDF placing loudspeakers 4-5 km deep in Gaza

PM responds to claim, 'PM has instructed civilian agencies, in cooperation with the IDF, to place loudspeakers on trucks on Israeli side of the Gaza border only, but photos indicate IDF placing loudspeakers 4-5 km deep in Gaza.'

Aryeh Eldad:

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Former MK Prof. Aryeh Eldad claims Trump was doing Netanyahu a conscious favor when he said he would not allow Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

PMO's orders

Will Netanyahu's speech be broadcast in Gaza?

The Prime Minister's Office has approached the IDF in recent days and requested that loudspeakers be placed inside Gaza to broadcast Netanyahu's speech at the UN General Assembly to the Gazans.

Dagan to Netanyahu

'No more October 7s—apply sovereignty'

Samaria Council chairman calls on PM Netanyahu to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria despite Trump's opposition to 'annexation.'

Disclosed:

Palestinian move planned during Prime Minister's speech

Palestinian delegation appeals to countries at UN, asking them to boycott PM Netanyahu's speech. Ambassador Danon: 'Israel's voice will be heard loudly and clearly at the UN, we will not allow supporters of terror to hide the truth.'

In New York

Netanyahu strengthens ties with Serbia and Paraguay

Netanyahu meets with Serbia's Vučić and Paraguay's Peña in New York to boost ties and thank them for supporting Israel’s fight against terror and efforts to free hostages held by Hamas.

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

Netanyahu to Supreme Court:

Petitions against Ben-Gvir are unfounded

In a preliminary response, the government told the Supreme Court that dismissing Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is solely the Prime Minister’s authority and urged the petitions be rejected.

Yossi Dagan asks

'Has Netanyahu abandoned sovereignty?'

Samaria Council Chairman warns amid growing international recognition of 'Palestine' that "Even after the ‘political tsunami,’ the Prime Minister has still not put sovereignty on the table.'

Netanyahu departs for US:

'I will speak truth, I will condemn those who support terrorists'

Netanyahu takes off for visit to the US, during which he will address the UN General Assembly and meet Trump: "I will discuss with Trump the need to complete the war's objectives."

PM's Office confirms:

Negotiations with Syria underway

The office of Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed talks on a security agreement with Syria this evening (Wednesday) and clarified Israel's demands from the Syrians.

Netanyahu

'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message:

'Israel will always be your home'

In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.

Despite pressure on the right

Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Israel is weighing partial sovereignty in Judea and Samaria after UK, Australia, and Canada recognized a Palestinian state; Netanyahu to consult President Donald Trump.

Netanyahu responds:

There will be no Palestinian state, we will respond soon

PM Netanyahu blasted the UK, Australia, and Canada for recognizing a Palestinian state, vowing it 'will not be created west of the Jordan' and pledging to strengthen Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu

'Progress in talks with Syria'

At the beginning of the cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said that Israel is holding talks with Syria, but emphasized that there remains 'a long way to go.'

Shouting match erupts in heated Cabinet meeting

Late-night Diplomatic-Security Cabinet meeting erupts into confrontation over Red Cross visits for jailed terrorists, as PM Netanyahu accuses Ben Gvir of leaking, and Hanegbi and Ben Gvir exchange barbs.

Adams to meet Netanyahu, slams rival's call to arrest him

Mayor Eric Adams announces he will meet with PM Netanyahu when he visits New York for the UN General Assembly, rejects Mamdani’s “reckless” threat to arrest him.

Mossad Chief:

'The Mossad has phenomenal capabilities in Iran'

Award ceremony highlights Mossad’s pivotal role in landmark operations including 'Operation Rising Lion' and the elimination of threats on Israel’s northern front.

The Marker list:

Netanyahu, Smotrich named among most influential people in 2025

The Marker published a list of the most influential people in 2025, with Prime Minister Netanyahu in third and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in fourth.

WSJ report: Trump is 'frustrated' with Netanyahu

Sources close to US President Donald Trump report frustration at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's preference for military action instead of diplomatic negotiations, WSJ claims.

Netanyahu denounces rumors of Israeli involvement in Kirk murder

Prime Minister Netanyahu gave a video address today calling rumors that Israel was involved in the assassination of Charlie Kirk 'insane.'

Netanyahu hails Fiji PM: 'You were a soldier of peace'

At the embassy opening in Jerusalem, Netanyahu lauds Fiji’s values and support, telling Prime Minister Rabuka: 'Welcome to our house... the house of the people of Fiji.'

PM meets Fijian PM ahead of opening of Fiji's Jerusalem embassy

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today, at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, hosted Fijian Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.

Attacking Israel's Prime Minister:

The West's new socially acceptable way to hate Jews

It is fair to criticize Bibi, but a number of Israeli figures have latched on to anti-Israel attempts to discredit Bibi, no matter what the cost to the Jewish State. Traitors like Ehud Olmert would gladly see Israel crumble so long as they get their share of the ruins. Opinion.

Netanyahu

'Investors should get on board today, we're about to take off'

PM holds press conference clarifying his remarks on the economy, hails the strength of Israel's economy even during the war and says, 'the technologies of the future that are here today and are being developed in Israel.'

Netanyahu in the Kirya

'We struck the Houthi port, operations ongoing in Gaza'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu watched from the Kirya command center an airstrike against Houthi targets at the port of Hodeidah in Yemen, and later held a situational assessment on operations in Gaza.

Netanyahu confirms:

It has begun

Both PM and IDF confirm that the IDF has begun operating on the ground in Gaza City.

To protest Gaza City offensive

Hostages' families camp out at PM's residence

Families of hostages camp outside Prime Minister’s Residence in Jerusalem, warning Gaza offensive endangers their loved ones and demanding a deal.

Rubio at Pilgrimage Road:

'All empires are gone - but one people remain'

Secretary of State Rubio, Ambassador Huckabee and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speak at the unveiling of Jerusalem’s Pilgrimage Road unveiling, affirm the eternal bond between the Jewish people and their capital.

Trump:

'Netanyahu didn't alert me on Qatar strike'

President Trump denies an Axios report that Netanyahu gave him advance warning of strike on Hamas in Qatar, adds that Netanyahu "won't be hitting Qatar again."

Hostage families:

'Netanyahu sacrificing hostages for politics'

Hostage families protest IDF strikes in Gaza City, fearing for loved ones. They accuse PM Netanyahu of sacrificing hostages for political gain and ignoring their pleas for answers.

Netanyahu

'If we didn't act, we'd die and the Jewish story would die'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the “Fifty States - One Israel” event at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with the largest delegation of American legislators to ever visit Israel.

Netanyahu

'We're entering diplomatic isolation, blocked in arms industry'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledges the impact of diplomatic isolation on Israel’s ability to import weapons and ammunition. “We will need to develop our own industries.”

Netanyahu

'The Qatar strike did not fail, we sent a message'

In a meeting in Jerusalem, Netanyahu and Secretary Rubio emphasized that Israel and the U.S. are acting together against Iran and Hamas, and committed to working toward the release of the hostages.

Utopian, but necessary? At whose expense?

Commentator Terry Glavin says 'a two-state solution is impossibly Utopian, but is the only thing that will work.' How's that for an oxymoron? Opinion.

Rubio at Western Wall:

'May peace reign upon this Holy Land and the world'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio opened his visit to Israel with a prayer alongside Prime Minister Netanyahu at the Western Wall.

Netanyahu

'YAMAM unit surprises the enemy again and again'

On the 50th anniversary of the elite unit, the Prime Minister praised its achievements and promised full support. Ben-Gvir announced additional budget and personnel allocations.

Netanyahu hints: Attempt on Hamas leaders in Doha failed

Following strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hints at strike's failure, writing that 'getting rid of' Hamas leaders will remove 'main obstacle' to ending war, freeing hostages.

Spain summons Israeli diplomat over Netanyahu 'slander'

Diplomatic row between Israel and Spain deepens as Madrid summons Israel’s acting ambassador after the Prime Minister's Office accused Spain's leader of making a "genocidal threat."

Report:

Mossad balked at strike against Hamas in Qatar

An exclusive report from The Washington Post reveals the Mossad declined to conduct a ground operation to eliminate Hamas leaders in Qatar, opposing PM Netanyahu's airstrike order over fears of jeopardizing crucial mediation efforts.

Detention of suspect in incitement against Netanyahu extended

Court rules Dr. Yolanda Yavor's Facebook post constitutes dangerous incitement; extends her detention by five days.