Gideon Sa'ar

'We must not go to an election'

Likud MK on the political crisis surrounding the budget: Elections will be a direct blow to the state.

'A Palestinian state is dangerous to Israel'

MK Gideon Sa'ar on not being appointed a minister: I was not surprised. When there are no expectations, there are no disappointments.

Gideon Sa'ar will not be appointed a minister

Long-time Netanyahu rival in Likud to be kept out of the new government despite high position on Likud list.

Sa'ar: Supreme Court has no respect for the legislature

Likud MK: The judiciary should only intervene in legislation in rare cases - but it has become routine.

'Nothing gained from non-viable Palestinian state'

MK Sa’ar addresses American Jewish leaders in Jerusalem, explaining stance on peace plan and Iranian threat.

Likud MK 'consolidating status' as Netanyahu successor

UK Times lists MK Sa'ar in article of 20 people to watch in 2020, places him as likely to succeed Netanyahu - possibly by the year's end.

Sa'ar to activists: You defeated fear

MK Sa'ar following primary loss: Those with faith, perseverance and willpower will taste victory.

Likud minister calls on Gideon Sa'ar to 'straighten out'

Gideon Sa'ar should not have called on PM Netanyahu to resign 'like they do in Blue and White,' FM Katz says.

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.

MK Barkat:

'Sa'ar will have to recalculate route'

MK Nir Barkat calls on Likud members to elect Netanyahu Likud leader despite indictments: 'Prime Minister enjoys presumption of innocence.'

Likud primaries:

MK Gideon Sa'ar: It's a fateful day for the Likud

'I call on Likud members - go out to vote despite the inclement weather,' Sa'ar says. 'Together, we can bring about change.'

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.

Liberman: Cut yeshiva budget by half

At Maariv, Jerusalem Post conference, MK Liberman criticizes haredi site for 'vodka and pigs' comment.

Barkat to Sa'ar:

"You know you're going to lose"

Former Jerusalem mayor calls on Likud MK challenging Netanyahu to drop out of tomorrow's primary race. 'You know you're going to lose.'

Erdan: I support Netanyahu

Internal Security Minister announces his support for Binyamin Netanyahu in the primaries to be held this Thursday.

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'

Sa'ar: Government is afraid of the ICC

Likud candidate to replace Netanyahu slams pm for allowing fear of ICC investigation to prevent State from carrying out legal duties.

Gideon Sa'ar: How I started observing Shabbat

Gideon Sa'ar and his wife, TV anchor Geula Even-Sa'ar have a 'pluralistic home.' He observes and I'm respectful,' Geula says.

Gideon Sa'ar: We can and should make a change

MK Gideon Sa'ar speaks in Ramat Gan and then Afula in bid to win over Netanyahu in Likud primaries on Thursday.

Sa'ar: I'll end the construction freeze in Jerusalem

Likud leadership candidate visits Jerusalem neighborhood of Givat Hamatos, speaks out against construction freeze.

Sa'ar: I enlarge the right-wing bloc, Netanyahu decreases it

MK Gideon Sa'ar meets Likud activists in Haifa, says the ongoing political crisis must end.

'Gideon Sa'ar is the right man in the right place'

Knesset members who support Gideon Sa'ar's candidacy explain what led them to understand that the Netanyahu era has ended.

Miri Regev:

'Netanyahu saved judiciary from Overrule Clause'

Culture Minister says Prime Minister halted changes in justice system: 'We all see what's happening today in prosecutor's office and police'

'Sa'ar reminds me of how the Left talks'

Min. Regev slams MK Sa'ar for trying to oust PM, says he 'crashes' Likud, causing voters to leave.

Sa'ar demands cameras during Likud primaries

MK Sa'ar appeals to court after Likud refuses to place cameras in primaries poll - but was happy to support cameras in general elections.

'If we don't bring a new vision, we'll lose power'

Former MK Nurit Koren spoke with Arutz Sheva at the launch of Gideon Sa'ar's campaign for the leadership of the Likud.

Sa'ar: Netanyahu won't lead us to power again

MK Gideon Sa'ar launches campaign for Likud leadership.

Will senior Likud members support Gideon Sa'ar's bid to oust PM?

Gideon Sa'ar scheduled to launch campaign Monday night.

Regev blasts Sa'ar: He is splitting the Likud

Culture and Sports Minister says Gideon Sa'ar is trying to oust an incumbent Prime Minister.

Sa'ar: There will be no Palestinian state in the heart of Israel

'The Palestinians aren't serious about ending the conflict - they are serious about teaching their children to hate and kill Jews.'

Haim Katz endorses Netanyahu rival ahead of Likud primary vote

Bid to unseat Netanyahu as chief of Likud gains momentum, with senior Likud member and former minister Haim Katz endorsing Gideon Sa'ar.

Minister Amsalem:

'Netanyahu and Sa'ar are like Mercedes and stock car company'

Communications Minister says primary challenger to Netanyahu is 'worthy,' but cannot compare to PM's accomplishments.'

Gideon Sa'ar calls on PM Netanyahu to hold a debate

Likud's MK Sa'ar promises to accommodate PM's schedule, urges debate 'like they do in the US' ahead of party primaries.

Israeli politicians congratulate Boris Johnson

Israeli politicians from across the spectrum on congratulate British PM's victory.

Geula Even Sa'ar takes vacation from TV show

Gideon Sa'ar's wife is taking the next two weeks off to support her husband in his campaign for leadership of Likud.

Likud Central Committee approves date of primaries

In two weeks, Gideon Sa'ar will try to oust Prime Minister Netanyahu, who was elected Likud chairman in 2005.

Culture Minister: 'Sa'ar won't succeed in forming government'

Miri Regev estimates Gideon Sa'ar will not be able to form government if elected Likud Chairman: 'He won't succeed to become Likud Chairman'

Gideon Sa'ar to Arutz Sheva:

'Only my victory will prevent Left from coming to power'

Likud candidate: Without Likud leadership change, Bibi won't be able to form government even after 3rd election: 'I can unite the people.'

'Evacuate Khan al-Ahmar immediately'

Netanyahu's Likud rival, Gideon Sa'ar, calls for immediate evacuation of illegal Bedouin encampment and steps to end Arab takeover of Area C

'I'll support Netanyahu if I don't win the primaries'

Rival Likud candidate challenging Netanyahu says he'll lead party to victory, but promises to remain loyal even if he loses leadership race.

'Sa'ar is capable of bringing new voters to Likud'

Likud's MK Kisch says every MK has right to immunity, right-wing bloc grows with MK Sa'ar at its head.

"EU decision is not only immoral - it's illegal"

Likud MK Gideon Sa'ar excoriates European Union decision to single out Israeli products from Jerusalem, Golan, and Yesha for labeling.

Netanyahu: If elections are held, Likud will hold primaries

Gideon Sa'ar welcomes PM's pledge to hold primaries for Likud leadership if the Knesset dissolves itself and elections are called.

Sa'ar: I'll limit PM's tenure to two terms

MK Gideon Sa'ar explains why Netanyahu's initiative to hold direct elections is impractical. "A spin that has no chance."

Sa'ar greeted with boos at Likud Central Committee meeting

Sa'ar at Likud Central Committee meeting: "Badmouthing those who seek to run is contrary to the character of the Likud."

Sa'ar against direct elections

Likud MK who seeks to challenge PM Netanyahu says government systems 'are not socks' that can be changed for a momentary political crisis.

Likud MK: I support Gideon Sa'ar

MK Yoav Kisch announces he will support Gideon Sa'ar for Likud leadership. "Many people love Bibi, including me, but we have to win."

Likud rejects motion to hold primaries

Likud Central Committee says decision to hold new national elections must come before decision to hold party leadership primary.

Head of Kedumim Local Council supports Sa'ar

Hananel Dorani becomes first leader from Judea and Samaria to support Gideon Sa'ar's candidacy for Likud leader.

Sa'ar: A third election could result in a leftist government

Likud MK claims: Many Likud members support me behind closed doors but are afraid to say so out loud.

Sa'ar: I will bring more seats than Netanyahu

Likud MK continues to criticize Netanyahu: I would have supported him with an indictment, but he twice failed to form a government.

Sa'ar: Stop the madness, Netanyahu can't form a government

MK Sa'ar claims if he is voted as Likud leader he will prevent third elections.

26 seats for Likud led by Sa'ar: 'I'm just getting started'

MK Sa'ar, a rival of Netanyahu hoping to replace him at helm of Likud, responds to poll showing Likud would lose strength if he leads it.

Survey: Sa'ar-led Likud weakens significantly

If elections were held today, Likud would win 33 seats, but if Sa'ar leads, Likud would receive only 26 seats, according to poll.

Sa'ar:

'I'm convinced I can win'

MK Gideon Sa'ar rejects supporting government led by Gantz: 'I'm Likud and loyal to my party's decisions.'

Regev: 'Sa'ar's trying to oust Netanyahu'

Minister Miri Regev continues attacking Gideon Sa'ar: 'When he says "I demand he resign", this is ousting a leader; Likudniks don't like it'

Katz: Sa'ar has crossed a red line, I support Netanyahu

"Sa'ar's efforts against the PM appear to be the beginning of an attempt to split Likud"

Sa'ar: 'If I were Netanyahu, I would resign'

Likud MK demands PM Netanyahu resign to solve political deadlock.

'A third election can be prevented'

Likud MK Michal Shir explains why she decided to support Gideon Sa'ar.

Likud MK: Sa'ar and Barkat, don't waste your time

MK Shlomo Karhi urges Gideon Sa'ar and Nir Barkat not to challenge Netanyahu for the party leadership.