Reuven Rivlin

Rivlin: Druze 'An Inseparable Part of Israeli Experience'

President Reuven Rivlin pays condolence call to family of border policeman killed in Jerusalem attack; 'We are not at war with Islam.'

Rivlin: 'No Absolution' for Terrorists

President Reuven Rivlin expresses 'utter disgust' at Jerusalem attack, notes similar disunity felt in the days before Rabin's murder.

Rivlin: I Didn't Support Oslo but Was Fond of Rabin

At a memorial service for murdered Prime Minister, President Rivlin talks about Rabin's contribution to Israel.

Rivlin: 'Money is Not in the Settlements or with Hareidim'

Rivlin spoke at the Eli Horowitz Economic and Society Conference in Haifa where he criticized government's economic policy.

Rivlin and Edelstein Bid Farewell to Gideon Sa'ar

After resigning from Knesset, Sa'ar met with Pres. Rivlin: 'Gideon embodies two integral qualities of a leader - freshness and experience.'

Rivlin: We Will Not Tolerate Terror in Our Capital

In a speech at the Begin Center, where Yehuda Glick was shot, President Rivlin declares: We will continue to develop Jerusalem.

Rivlin: Terrorism Must be Rooted Out of Jerusalem

President Reuven Rivlin calls for calm, stresses that Israel would persevere after the attempted murder of Yehuda Glick.

Rivlin Seeks Ties with Poland as 'Moderating Factor' in EU

Rivlin, in Warsaw: 'I know that when we speak, we understand another, [. . .] you cannot maintain a state when it faces existential threat.'

Rivlin: Keys to Israel's Foreign Relations are USA, USA and USA

Speaking in Poland, President says Jerusalem construction is not a provocation, plays down 'diplomatic crisis' with US.

Warsaw Museum Sheds Light on 1,000-Year History of Poland's Jews

Breathtaking architecture and latest technology combine in 'game-changing' institution; Israeli President opens new museum.

Rivlin Condemns 'Severe Bullying' Between Sectors in Israel

Rivlin urges national unity, opening Knesset by saying that the division between religious groups, politics is spiraling out of control.

President Rivlin Flies to Poland on First Official Visit Abroad

President Reuven Rivlin will be inaugurating new Warsaw Jewish museum.

Anger after Rivlin 'Compares' Jerusalem Attack to Kfar Kassem

Terror victims' group slams president for mentioning Jewish baby's murder at memorial for Arabs shot in 1956.

In Historic Visit, Rivlin Commemorates Kfar Kassem Massacre

Rivlin the first president to speak at a memorial ceremony for the 1956 massacre, which saw Border Police shoot 48 Arabs dead.

Differing Polls Reveal Gaps in Israeli Leadership

Polls released within 24 hours of each other reveal differing attitudes toward PM Netanyahu. Are Israelis fed up with a 'lack of options'?

Rivlin: Light Rail Attack 'Should Disgust All Who Have a Heart'

Israeli President calls for security forces to step up campaign against Arab rioters after Hamas terrorist injures 8 people and kills baby.

President Rivlin Hosts Forum for Israel National Library

Rivlin praised Israel National Library: 'With the return of Jews, a great national, Zionistic effort to record the national history.'

Rivlin Calls for 'Forcible Action' Against Jerusalem Riots

President says Jerusalem must be treated as sovereign, not a political pawn, after Abbas encourages violent riots.

Rivlin: Christian Support Important for a Better World

President Reuven Rivlin speaks at joint Jewish-Christian conference, stresses that interfaith cooperation 'more important than ever.'

Christian, Jewish Leaders Call to Save Middle East Christians

Religious leaders unite in call for international community to rally around the Middle East's Christians - before it's too late.

Rivlin to Ban: Israel's Security First

Israeli President defends Israel's right to self-defense to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, says onus is on Palestinians to disarm.

President Goes Green in Open Sukkah

President Rivlin promotes awareness of the importance of environmental conservation, including recycling.

Rivlin: Lod Torah Seed Group Residents Are Today's True Zionists

President Reuven Rivlin on Sunday visited the central Israeli city of Lod, meeting with members of the local religious community.

Rivlin: Jerusalem is Our Capital, the World Must Understand That

Amid a spat with Washington over construction in Jerusalem, PM Netanyahu and President Rivlin meet to discuss Netanyahu's visit to U.S.

In Touching Video, President Backs Boy's Anti-Bullying Campaign

President Rivlin posts video of boy's appeal against bullies who call him 'homo' and 'cheerleader'.

Netanyahu's Lack of Contenders 'Bad for Democracy,' Rivlin Says

'A democratic state without an alternative is a danger to democracy itself,' according to President Reuven Rivlin.

Rivlin: Israel Has a 'Responsibility' to Fight ISIS

President Reuven Rivlin says fight against ISIS is 'complicated,' but vital in terms of 'global responsibility.'

Rivlin: 'Rebuilding Gaza Without Disarmament Will Bring War'

President speaks about reconstruction of Hamas enclave with Norwegian FM, who links situation with Islamic State.

Rivlin Says 'Our Victory is in Our Creativity and Learning'

President Reuven Rivlin spends the first day of the school year in the Negev, where he saw the Israeli 'victory' many have sought.

Netanyahu Promises Sderot's Children 'Education and Security'

Ministers tour southern schools to open new academic year in show of solidarity; Sderot mayor: our children are warriors.

Mixed-Marriage Protest Allowed From a Distance

Anti-assimilation group told by judge to stay 200 meters away from marriage between Jew and Arab, as both sides argue principles.

New York Governor Underscores Support for Israel

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo visits Israel, meets Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and President Reuven Rivlin.

Rivlin Apologizes to Brazil Over 'Diplomatic Dwarf' Comment

President Rivlin apologizes to Brazilian counterpart for a remark by a foreign ministry spokesman calling Brazil a "diplomatic dwarf".

MKs, President Rivlin Attend Aliyah Ceremony for 338 Olim

Despite war in Gaza, North American immigrants land in Israel to start a new life; 108 to enlist in the IDF.

Video: Newly-Installed Rivlin Visits Families of Gaza Fallen

Reuven Rivlin spent his first full day as President of Israel visiting families of soldiers killed in action in Gaza.

Arab MKs Boycott Rivlin’s Inauguration; MK Elkin Bristles

MK Zeev Elkin sharply criticized Arab MKs who stayed away from the event Thursday.

Reuven Rivlin Sworn In as Israel's Tenth President

Ceremony overshadowed by Gaza operation; both President Peres and incoming President Rivlin address Israeli war effort.

Rivlin to Be Sworn In as President, In Modest Ceremony

Israel's tenth president, Reuven Rivlin, will enter office in a low-key event, due to ongoing fighting.

President-Elect Rivlin 'Ready to Meet Abbas'

'We both realize that direct dialogue is the condition for our Middle East to be a safe place,' said Rivlin.

AG Mulls Investigating Sheetrit over Housemaid

Channel 10 reported Sheetrit paid his maid 270,000 shekels to keep her from revealing improper behavior.

Netanyahu: I Voted for Rivlin Not Once, but Twice

Netanyahu meets new president, assures him he voted for him in both rounds.

Disgruntled Ex-Knesset Speaker: Rivlin isn't Clean, Either

Dan Tichon is not happy about Rivlin's victory, claims he heard 'information' against him.

Bennett: Very Happy that Rivlin Won

Jewish Home Chairman welcomes Rivlin's victory, says he is "not ashamed to say he loves the land of Israel."

Peres Congratulates Rivlin on Victory

"You will be successful because you are, to your core, a good person," Peres tells the man who will succeed him.

Rivlin Thanks His Supporters

"I hope to have the strength to fulfill the mission," writes president elect on Facebook.

Obama Congratulates Rivlin Over Presidential Victory

President Obama says Reuven Rivlin "has a long and dedicated record of public service."

Netanyahu Was 'Petty and Ugly' Towards Rivlin

Former Opposition head Yechimovich slams Netanyahu's conduct towards Rivlin in elections, says it 'bordered on disgrace.'

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MKs Welcome 'Dignified' President Rivlin

MK Danon and Lipman congratulate Rivlin over victory, note he 'believes our rights to Israel, and that there should be no Palestine.'

Rivlin's Likud Replacement is 'Less Interested in Judea Samaria'

Former MK Shama will take Rivlin's place in Coalition after presidential victory; 'not comfortable with Likud position.'

Israel's 10th President

After Dirty Campaign, Rivlin Promises to Rebuild Public Trust

President-elect Reuven Rivlin vows to be 'a man of the people', as he bids farewell to the Knesset.

Israel's New President:

Reuven Rivlin is Israel's Tenth President

Former Knesset speaker wins second round of votes, making him Israel's new president.

Likud MKs: Netanyahu Working to Defeat Rivlin

Netanyahu's people have been telling us to vote for Sheetrit as president, MKs say.

Who will be Israel's next president?

Israel's Presidential Elections: The Candidates

The personal histories of the five remaining candidates for the presidency of Israel: Rivlin, Sheetrit, Itzik, Dorner and Shechtman.

Hareidi Parties Contemplating Who to Support for President

The Knesset’s hareidi parties are trying to decide on one candidate who they will support in the presidential vote.

Liberman Remembers: Rivlin Fought Bishara Law, Courted Arab MKs

Foreign Minister issues reminder that presidential hopeful 'vehemently opposed' taking away rights from traitor MK.

Report: Netanyahu Approached Elie Wiesel Over Presidency

Netanyahu took increasingly desperate measures to prevent Reuven Rivlin from getting Likud support, sources claim.

Former MK Calls on Liberman to Back Rivlin

Former MK Michael Kleiner says that Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman should follow in the footsteps of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Report: Yisrael Beytenu 'Furious' over Rivlin Support

Faction head Avigdor Liberman reportedly scrambles to recruit Yesh Atid in backing MK Dalia Itzik.

PM Declares Official Support for Reuven Rivlin for President

In surprise move, Binyamin Netanyahu backs rival MK Rivlin. Was it due to political pressure?

David Levy Won't Run for President

Deadline to submit candidacies for president ends. Former foreign minister rules out candidacy due to lack of support.