Tzahi Hanegbi

'Death penalty won't deter terrorists'

Hanegbi to Arutz Sheva: Deporting terrorists' families most effective. 'Death for someone who is willing to die is not a deterrent.'

Minister Hanegbi: Preserve the Temple Mount for all the world

Minister Tzahi Hanegbi responded to MKs queries regarding Temple Mount and a possible US embassy move to Jerusalem.

'If you wanted to take a Yemenite child it would cost $5000'

Testimony from committees dealing with the Yemenite children's disappearance released, including discussions of the price paid for children.

Agriculture Minister: More building in response to terror

Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel said that part of the answer to terror attacks is to expand construction and prove that we will never leave.

Hanegbi defends government decision to pay Turkey

Even the opposition says Netanyahu went too far in his reconciliation deal with Turkey, but Cabinet Minister finds points in his favor.

MK: Hamas 'frustrated' over exposed terror tunnels

Hamas's tunnels the last real weapon it has after Protective Edge, head of Defense Committee says - and it's firing shells to protect them.

'The IDF is preparing for all possible scenarios'

MK confirms that Hamas is still building terror tunnels, rebuilding arsenal - but claims 'we have what to rely on' for the next war.

Coalition head plays down government crisis over Hevron eviction

Despite asserting gov't is not in crisis, coalition chairman says he will not accept 'threats' from MKs angry about eviction of 200 Jews.

Furious Netanyahu warns Likud members against leaking recordings

Prime Minister tells Likud faction meeting that someone caught recording closed talks is on fast track to ending his political career.

Did Barak's Iran Divulgences Harm Israel's Security?

Foreign Affairs and Defense Comm. chair will investigate why military censor cleared information on possible Iran strike for publication.

Lapid: Iran Deal 'Greatest Failure of Foreign Policy, Ever'

Lapid slams PM again as he pushes for an inquiry into Iran deal. Likud minister shoots back: Lapid never left the government over it.

Likud MK: Netanyahu Never Said He'd Build in Judea-Samaria

Likud faction chairman Tzahi Hanegbi claims party never promised to build in Judea-Samaria, as he defends PM refusal to expand communities.

Key Likud MK: Israel Won't Attack if Iran Won't Cheat

MK Tzahi Hanegbi, chair of Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense C'tee, indicates no Israeli attack is imminent.

Coalition Chairman Mulls a Liberman Return

While Likud's Tzahi Hanegbi boasts 'we split the opposition,' there's no certainty Yisrael Beytenu will join Netanyahu's latest government.

Oren Hazan Wins Big as Likud Rep on Knesset Committees

The Knesset's youngest member has weaseled his way into three major committees and will also serve as Deputy Speaker for two years.

Hazan to Netanyahu: Don't Treat Me Like a Child

The Knesset's youngest MK pushes back against resistance to putting Judea-Samaria bus regulation plan back on the table.

Obama Criticism of Netanyahu 'Inappropriate and Hypocritical'

Senior Likud and government official Tzahi Hanegbi fires back at US President for critical comments made in Thursday interview.

Hanegbi: This Government Can't Last Four Years

Likud MK Tzahi Hangebi calls on Liberman to return to coalition, says government can only last if it is broadened in next two months.

With Liberman Gone, Who Will Become Foreign Minister?

In past, Minister Erdan and Jewish Home head Bennett were desirous for foreign portfolio, now Steinitz and Hanegbi throw hats into ring.

Israeli Ministers Slam 'Failed PA Provocation at UN'

Foreign minister, defense minister and others say PA resolution shows it is committed to delegitimization not Oslo, suggest it be disbanded.

Hanegbi Appointed Deputy Health Minister

Cabinet votes to appoint Tzahi Hanegbi as Deputy Health Minister and Tzipi Hotovely as Deputy Science Minister.

Hanegbi Rules Out Elections in 2015

Deputy Foreign Minister says no one in the coalition or opposition has a reason to want elections at the present time.

Dept. Defense Minister: Hamas Likely to Restart Hostilities

Unless Israel gives in to its demands, Islamist terror group likely to resume violence, says Tzahi Hanegbi - but not quite yet.

Israel Hails US Efforts Against IS, But Fears Iran Rapprochement

Israeli ministers voice support for anti-Islamic State coalition, but worried that Obama admin drawing closer to Tehran as a result.

Netanyahu Finally Decides on Chair of Key Knesset Committee

Ofer Shelah and Ze'ev Elkin to serve as rotating heads of Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Herzog Takes Coalition to Court Over Key Knesset Committee

Opposition leader files appeal in protest of delay in the appointment of a chairman to Foreign Affairs and Defense 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.'

Edelstein: No Agreement on Chairman for Knesset's Defense C'tee

Speaker Edelstein says Netanyahu, Lapid are not close to agreeing on a chairman for the key committee.

Outrage Continues Over US Spying Allegations

US 'spied on former Defense Minister from apartment across the street'. Netanyahu: We don't need special occasion to demand Pollard release.

'Olmert Thinks Israel is America's Slave'

MK Tzahi Hanegbi (Likud) defends Netanyahu after ex-PM Olmert accused him of 'waging war' on Obama.

Report: Livni and Erekat Weighing Land Transfer Proposal

Transfer of land around Shechem is reportedly tabled in return for Israel's annexation of areas in Judea and Samaria.

Hanegbi: U.S. Wasting Time Talking with Iran

Former Kadima MK Tzahi Hanegbi criticizes U.S. conduct on Iran, hopes that Israel will take matters into its own hands if necessary.