Tzachi Hanegbi

Netanyahu confidant says Benny Gantz not a threat to the Likud

After former IDF chief reveals name of new faction, Likud and Yesh Atid dismiss Gantz's chances in upcoming election.

Netanyahu allies say new elections on the way

Ministers Tzachi Hanegbi, Yariv Levin predict that coalition will fall apart, say that Israel is going to elections.

'I did not distinguish between Gaza-area, Tel Aviv residents'

Minister Hanegbi publishes statement apologizing if his remarks were misunderstood.

'Differentiating between Tel Aviv blood and southern blood'

Likud minister's remarks on latest Hamas attacks arouse political firestorm.

Likud minister: Hamas attacks were 'minor'

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi says attacks on Israel were not particularly severe because Tel Aviv was not attacked. 'Hamas had reason to attack.'

Meretz chairman defends hecklers at Rabin rally

MK Zandberg defends heckling and booing of Likud Minister Hanegbi. 'An authentic feeling of those who feel they are not being understood.'

Netanyahu: Shame that Rabin memorial became a political rally

Netanyahu criticizes leftist activists who heckled and booed Minister Tzachi Hanegbi at Rabin memorial.

Bennett: Rabin memorial a disgrace

After Likud MK Tzachi Hanegbi loudly booed during speech, Bennett says memorial rally deteriorated into a 'shameful leftist demonstration'.

Likud minister to speak at Rabin memorial

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi will speak at the memorial ceremony for assassinated Prime Minister. Meretz not pleased.

Minister: Crossing closure a warning to Hamas

Regional Cooperation Minister Tzahi Hanegbi says Hamas lessening violence due to Israeli response, but not enough.

Minister Hanegbi: 'I'm alive thanks to Jabotinsky'

On 78th anniversary of Betar and Irgun leader's passing, Tzachi Hanegbi tells of his teachings and personal connection he feels to figure.

'We will drink up their seats with a straw'

Likud minister says his party is not intentionally pushing for elections, but is also not afraid of the fall of the government.

'Gov't working on alternative Western Wall plan'

Likud minister says government preparing alternative to Reform-backed Western Wall plan cancelled in January.

Coalition chairman: Lapid is a 'sneaky tattletale'

Coalition Chairman David Amsalem says Yesh Atid Chairman Lapid is 'not a great saint,' police cannot overthrow government in a democracy.

'The left is trying to create a virtual reality'

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi clarifies there is no connection between Netanyahu's investigations and the Recommendations Law.

Likud minister condemns church vandalism

Vandals shatter statue, break church windows; MK Tzachi Hanegbi says vandalism of churches is 'attack on democracy.'

'Netanyahu's speech was the best he ever delivered'

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi tells Arutz Sheva: Israel can be satisfied with the results it achieved this week.

Netanyahu trying to calm US Jewry

Cabinet Secretary Tzachi Braverman and Attorney Ronen Peretz arrive today to the southern complex at Robinson's Arch to assess improvements.

'Netanyahu no longer supports two-state solution'

Senior Likud official and Netanyahu ally says Prime Minister no longer believes in two-state solution laid out in 2009 Bar Ilan address.

'Nothing Abbas can do to block US embassy move to Jerusalem'

Minister mocks threats by Palestinian Authority over planned move of US embassy to Jerusalem. 'They're shooting themselves in the head.'

Justice Minister: Annex Ma'ale Adumim

Ayelet Shaked says Israel should annex Ma'ale Adumim, Area C, but not Areas A or B.

Likud MK: One-sided annexation endangers Israel

National Security and Foreign Affairs Minister Tzachi Hanegbi explains dangers inherent in one-sided annexation.

Hanegbi appointed Minister of Regional Cooperation

MK Tzachi Hanegbi (Likud) has been appointed the Minister of Regional Cooperation, replacing the Prime Minister in the position.

Likud minister: Amona evacuation 'much ado about nothing'

Tzachi Hanegbi rejects claims Jewish settlement in Judea and Samaria threatened, says Amona eviction 'just' a few dozen families.

'We pray there will be no more Obama surprises'

Minister Hanegbi hopes President Obama does not act against Israel in the next 2 months.

Hanegbi to Herzog: Let's join hands in Netanyahu's government

Likud Minister calls on opposition leader to join the coalition, says there are no significant gaps between the Likud and the Zionist Union.

Minister: Yemenite children files to be revealed by October

Minister "Tzachi" Hanegbi is reviewing files for declassification, as he works to bring the story of the stolen Yemenite to a close.

Likud Minister demands: Reject 'Hatzel' Likud membership

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi writes formal letter to Likud CEO demanding popular rapper not be admitted into party; 'He demeans the movement'.

Likud minister: Right-wing rapper will never be a Likud member

Tzachi Hanegbi rips rapper 'Hatzel', claims he will never part of the Likud despite his recent membership. 'His views don't fit the Likud'.

Committee wrote fake report to help PM, says opposition MK

Hanegbi passed off document whitewashing PM's handling of Gaza war as official committee report in effort to protect Netanyahu, says MK.

MK Hazan threatens to topple the government unless gets his way

Oren Hazan warns that he will quit coalition unless his punishment is lifted. This would leave government without a majority in the Knesset.

Oren Hazan resigns from Knesset committees

After coalition head kicks him out of Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, MK Hazan announces he will quit all others.

Results of 'Likudiada' mock primaries

As part of Likud event in Eilat, mock primaries find Gila Gamliel most popular party member.

Likud to choose new Central Committee head today

Likud members to choose Central Committee head. Main candidates are Haim Katz, Dudi Amsalem, Tzachi Hanegbi.

MKs to adopt IDF lone soldiers

Knesset Members Tzachi Hanegbi and Nachman Shai among the first to embrace program and adopt lone soldiers

Could Peace Talks Begin Again in Jordan?

Knesset Committee Chairman Tzachi Hanegbi indicates a diplomatic summit may be afoot - if Abbas agrees to attend.

Livni-Labor Pact Gives Israel 'Clear Choice' Between Right, Left

MK Tzachi says there's one upside to the political union between Tzipi Livni and Labor: There is now a clear choice for Israelis.

Deputy FM Tells Ambassadors of Hamas War Crimes

Tzachi Hanegbi holds conference for foreign ambassadors, notes 'double war crime' of firing on civilians from civilian centers.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Deal Between Likud and Yesh Atid

Netanyahu supported criminal sanctions on hareidi evaders of army service in exchange for the appointment of MK Hanegbi to key committee.

'The Kerry Plan? Don't Worry about It'

Netanyahu confidant MK Tzahi Hanegbi declares to Arutz Sheva that there is no need to be concerned about the US 'framework for peace.'

Netanyahu's Ultimatum: Bennett Must 'Apologize or Quit'

Full blown crisis between Netanyahu and Bennett after Jewish Home leader hammered PM's proposal to leave Jews in Judea and Samaria under PA.

Rotation Agreement for Knesset Chairman of Foreign Affairs

After administrative upheaval from return of Avigdor Liberman to FM, Tzachi HaNegbi, Ofer Shelah to alternate position on rotation.

Hanegbi: Israel, America can Disagree

Likud MK reminds Israelis that Israel and America have been at loggerheads in the past. ‘No need to panic.’

Hanegbi: I Opposed Disengagement – But I Couldn’t Stop It

MK Hanegbi, who is poised to be a senior minister, calls to ‘internalize the lesson’ from past Israeli withdrawals.

Did Likud Official Back Jordan Valley Withdrawal?

Jordan Valley leader says Likud's Hanegbi told him Israel will have to surrender the area due to US pressure. Hanegbi: "Who, me?”

'Next 50 Days Most Fateful Since Yom Kippur War' – Hanegbi

Former Head of Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Tzachi Hanegbi, hints at timetable for Iran attack.

Disgruntled Kadima-ites Discuss Return to Likud

Tzachi Hanegbi of Kadima has decided to return to Likud, and to bring party members with him. Kadima furious.

Mofaz Hints, Again, Iran Strike Imminent

Kadima chairman accuses Netanyahu of "horse-trading with the Holy of Holies of Israel."

Did Mofaz Reveal Strategic Iran Secret?

Tzachi Hanegbi denies Shaul Mofaz's hint that move to split Kadima is connected to impending strike on Iran.

Kadima: Hanegbi Failed, Ramon and Livni Trying

After Tzachi Hanegbi failed to form a split in Kadima, the party's former chairwoman and one of its founders are trying.

Reports: Kadima Splitting, 8 MKs to Join Likud

Group of 7-8 MKs led by ex-MK Tzachi Hanegbi may split off from largest Knesset faction, join Likud.

Former MK Hanegbi: Israel Should Consider Iran Strike

Former MK Tzachi Hanegbi: the Israeli government should seriously examine the option of attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Former MK Hanegbi: Launch a Military Operation in Gaza

Tzachi Hanegbi says Israel should "destroy the Iranian kingdom in southern Israel."

MK Eldad Submits 'Protest Candidacy' for Key Committee Post

NU's Eldad, the only MK to submit his candidacy for position vacated by Tzachi HaNegbi, did so to protest the large parties' political bickering.

Likud and Kadima in Tug-of-War over Knesset Committees

After MK HaNegbi's suspension, Kadima wants to ditch Foreign Relations and Defense C'tee in favor of Finance. Likud says no.

Kadima Moves Leftward: Geneva Activist Joins the Ranks

MK Tzachi Hanegbi will be replaced by far-left activist Nino Abesadze, a proponent of the Geneva Initiative.

Court Forces MK HaNegbi to Resign over 'Moral Turpitude'

The former Justice Minister and longtime chairman of Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee will have to step down immediately.

Israel’s 76 Sq. Miles of Minefields Can be Cleared in 7 Years

Head of Knesset Defense Committee says the mines not necessary for Israel’s security can be cleared to make way for tourism and agriculture.