![]() Rivlin hosts heads of Christian denominations in Israel"I hope this is a year in which Christian communities in Israel continue to thrive," president says at traditional New Year's reception.![]() Rivlin: People with disabilities entitled to full equality of opportunityPresident meets with the Equal in the Livingroom initiative for people with disabilities.![]() Genesis Prize announces winners of COVID-fighting competitionWinners announced in competition started by Natan Sharansky among Israeli companies to find innovative solutions to COVID pandemic.![]() Mossad chief: We're facing the challenges and providing securityPresident Rivlin and Mossad head award certificates of outstanding achievement to 12 Mossad members and light Hanukkah candles with them.![]() 'Peace is made between peoples, not between leaders'President Rivlin and Foreign Minister Ashkenazi light Hanukkah candles with heads of Israeli missions abroad who participated via Zoom.![]() Rivlin hosts launch of 'Beresheet 2' project“We are setting out on a new path, familiar but different, at the end of which we hope to land three spacecraft safely on the moon."![]() Rivlin: 'I won't return to politics'President refers to rumors he will be offered after his term to head Center-Left bloc and replies, 'Politics at age 82 is a bit excessive.'![]() 'A new era of friendship and cooperation'President Rivlin welcomes Bahrain FM at President's Residence in Jerusalem, gifting him Koran translated to Hebrew by his father.![]() Nertanyahu, Rivlin congratulate President-elect BidenIsraeli President and Prime Minister speak to US President-elect Joe Biden, discuss strong US-Israel relationship.![]() Israeli astronaut to be launched into space in 2021 missionIsrael announces Eytan Stibbe will be second Israeli astronaut in space, in mission to International Space Station![]() Haredim are facing 'outbreak of hatred', says President RivlinIsraeli president warns of anti-haredi incitement during coronavirus pandemic.![]() 'Suez War ended in brilliant victory, but at a heavy price'President Rivlin delivers remarks at the memorial ceremony for the fallen of the 1956 Sinai War.![]() Rivlin receives diplomatic credentials of 5 new ambassadors to IsraelPresident receives diplomatic credentials from the new ambassadors of of Australia, Guatemala, Malta, Cyprus and Turkmenistan.![]() Rivlin: The virus of antisemitism is tougher than coronavirusPresident Reuven Rivlin hosts event marking 82 years since Kristallnacht.![]() Rivlin congratulates Biden"As a long-standing friend of Israel, you are now leader of the free world and of the State of Israel’s closest and most important ally."![]() President Rivlin mourns passing of Rabbi Lord Jonathan SacksPresident: 'Rabbi Sacks bravely faced difficult questions and always found the right words to illuminate the Torah and explain its paths.'![]() Rivlin receives diplomatic credentials from 5 new ambassadors to IsraelRivlin receives diplomatic credentials from ambassadors of Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Uzbekistan and Latvia.![]() 'The murder succeeded, but the murderer's mission failed'Ceremony held on Mt. Herzl to mark 19 years since assassination of Minister Rehavam (Gandhi) Ze'evi.![]() Rivlin: The air is ready to explodePresident warns of danger of current sectarian strife at opening of Knesset winter session.![]() Rivlin to Arabs: We were complacent. Corona is still herePresident brings together heads of Arab local authorities for an emergency meeting over coronavirus.![]() Rivlin: Light memorial candle for Covid victims"To those dear ones, over one thousand victims, I decided to dedicate a prayer and to light a candle in their memory," president says.![]() Rivlin: This is a second chance - it may be the last onePresident addresses the nation ahead of closure. "The trust of the people is beyond value. We must do everything to restore confidence."![]() Shaare Zedek: Cafeteria will be used as coronavirus wardPres. Rivlin holds meeting with hospital directors, says their efforts 'teach us many lessons.'![]() Exhibition of cartoons of Israeli presidents to open on MondayPresident Reuven Rivlin will on Monday open the exhibit which will be on display at the Presidential Residence.![]() President Reuven Rivlin calls on other Arab nations to make peace with IsraelPresident Rivlin spoke today with Jared Kushner, Senior Advisor to the President of the United States and with members of the US delegation![]() President Reuvin Rivlin warns against new electionsThe President has been holding discussions with the heads of coalition parties in an effort to prevent new elections.![]() Rivlin If Hamas wants a war they will get itPresident Rivlin visits Gaza periphery, says 'terrorism using incendiary kites and balloons is terrorism just like any other.'![]() Rivlin praises Netanyahu for 'historic' UAE dealPresident, Prime Minister of Israel meet at President's Residence to discuss normalization of relations with the UAE.![]() Jewish Agency: Dramatic rise in aliyah inquiry since COVID-19President Rivlin visits Jewish Agency-run Hebrew-language school, where he receives report on immigration to Israel since coronavirus.![]() President Reuven Rivlin eulogizes Rabbi Steinsaltz'Like a modern-day Rashi'. President Rivlin eulogizes Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz: 'He was dedicated to Torat Yisrael and the Jewish people.'![]() 'Murder of a demonstrator or a prime minister are not imaginary scenarios'"I cry out against the calls to harm the PM and his family and call on police to address every threat of this kind with utmost seriousness."![]() 'Stop discourse on early elections; it's a terrible possibility'President Reuven Rivlin calls to avoid possibility of elections: 'State of Israel is no rag doll you drag around as you squabble.'![]() 'There are soldiers for whom this battle has not ended'President Reuven Rivlin visits northern border on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the withdrawal from Lebanon.![]() Yuli Edelstein to Pres. Rivlin: 'Encouraged by cooperation in fighting coronavirus'President Rivlin meets with the top Health Ministry officials to discuss coronavirus outbreak and efforts to halt infections.![]() 'MK Zohar is lying, he should apologize'Presidential Residence blasts coalition chairman over claim that Rivlin tried to influence MKs to vote against inquiry into judges.![]() 689 new coronavirus cases, 2 fatalitiesPresident criticizes government's handling of the coronavirus crisis.![]() President Rivlin receives credentials from new ambassadorsFor first time since the outbreak of the coronavirus, President Rivlin receives diplomatic credentials from new ambassadors to Israel.![]() Israeli man who rescued Bedouin woman and her 3 children to be posthumously honoredJewish man who died while rescuing Bedouin woman and her three children to be posthumously honored with Civil Medal of Distinguished Service![]() President Reuven Rivlin: 'Being gay not a disease requiring treatment"President Rivlin chastises Rabbi Dror Aryeh, head of Sderot yeshiva, for attacking comments he made in support of the LGBT community.![]() President Rivlin: Years of hopes fading, dreams falling apartPresident Rivlin opens first Israel-OECD conference and says that government must build emergency plan to save small businesses.![]() 977 new coronavirus cases diagnosed since FridayNearly 11,000 active cases of coronavirus, with 330 deaths, National Security Council reports.![]() Rivlin congratulates graduates of IDF officers' course: 'The IDF needs you'President addresses future combat officers of the IDF: "We need many more outstanding people like you."![]() 'I call on young people: The IDF needs you'President Rivlin addresses future fighters at graduation ceremony of the IDF Officers’ Course.![]() Pres. Rivlin to Greek PM: 'Energy cooperation is a cornerstone of stability'President Rivlin holds first working diplomatic meeting since coronavirus outbreak, with Greece's Prime Minister Mitsotakis.![]() Rivlin holds videoconference with US Jewish leadersConversation, billed as 'a family gathering,' focuses on challenges the communal leaders face in light of the coronavirus.![]() 'We do not flinch at the critics or the questioners'President Rivlin in message over public debate on sovereignty emphasizes: "We must beware of those who silence the conversation."![]() President Rivlin: 'Israeli industry is the backbone of Israel’s economy'President Rivlin visits the Elbit Systems Land Division which worked on life-saving projects during the coronavirus pandemic.![]() 'Love your fellow as yourself - a task for our generation'To mark the Shavuot holiday, President Rivlin visits Yeshivat Kfar Haroeh, participating in join study session.![]() Rivlin on Leifer trial: 'No one will use Israel to evade justice'President Rivlin touts Jerusalem court's decision that Australian-Israeli teacher Malka Leifer may stand trial, paving way for extradition.![]() Memorial ceremony for Ethiopian Jews who died on their way to IsraelPresident Rivlin, PM Netanyahu deliver remarks at the official memorial ceremony for Ethiopian Jews who died on their way to Israel.![]() 'Amit will remain a symbol for us'President Rivlin pays condolence call on the family of Staff Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal, who was killed in the line of duty.![]() 'Without agriculture, Israel has no independence'President Rivlin visits Gaza area and meets with local farmers dealing with the consequences of the coronavirus.![]() Rivlin speaks with German president to mark 55 years of diplomatic relationsPres. Rivlin speaks with President Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany to mark 55 years of diplomatic relations between Israel and Germany.![]() Pres. Rivlin meets Druze, Circassian leaders over funding delaysPresident Rivlin meets with Druze and Circassian leaders in light of their protest against delays in government funds to their communities.![]() President Reuven Rivlin tasks Netanyahu with forming new governmentPresident Rivlin grants Netanyahu mandate to form next government. Unity government expected to be sworn in next Wednesday.![]() 'Every breakthrough is a big step towards victory'Israeli researchers develop 'Shalom Corona antibody' designed to neutralize the coronavirus. President Rivlin lauds 'breakthrough'.![]() Rivlin asks Ministry of Health to allow family visits to hostelsPresident seeks leniency for family visits to those with physical and mental disabilities living in hostels operated by the state. |