Amichai Shikli
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Amichai Shikli, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Minister Shikli Warns Syria Under Julani Is 'Next War' Threat Like 'Gaza on Steroids'
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli warned that Syria under Abu Muhammad al-Julani poses a far greater threat than Gaza, describing it as "Gaza on steroids" and predicting an inevitab…
Ran Baratz Reveals His Top Five Recommended Candidates for Likud Primaries
Former National Information Directorate head Ran Baratz has endorsed five key candidates for the upcoming Likud primaries, urging party members to include them on their ballots. H…
Likud Urges Supreme Court to Decide Quickly or Postpone Primaries by Two Weeks
The Likud party has asked Israel's Supreme Court to urgently decide on a dispute over sitting officials running in regional primary slots, warning that without a ruling, the prima…
Ohana and Gottlieb Lead Likud Primary Poll, Katz Falls to Second Ten
A poll among Likud members shows Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and MK Tali Gottlieb leading the party's primary rankings, with Defense Minister Israel Katz falling to 13th despite a…
Netanyahu Uses Oren Dovratonsky's List Spot to Undermine Nir Barkat Amid Leadership Coup Attempt
Prime Minister Netanyahu secured businessman Oren Dovratonsky on the Likud list to weaken Economy Minister Nir Barkat, who allegedly attempted a leadership coup after Hamas's Octo…
Two Likud MKs Consider Quitting Primaries Over Netanyahu’s Reserved Slots for Ministers
Two Likud MKs are considering quitting the party primaries in protest against Benjamin Netanyahu’s reserved slots for ministers, including Israel Katz, Haim Katz, and Gideon Sa'ar…
Israeli Diaspora Minister Visits Northern West Bank, Calls 2005 Disengagement a Tragedy
Israeli Diaspora Minister Amichai Shikli visited northern Samaria with Yossi Dagan, who returned to Sha-Nur 21 years after the 2005 disengagement. Shikli called the disengagement…
Israeli Ministries Launch Joint Support Program for New Immigrant Soldiers and Overseas Volunteers
Israeli ministries have launched a joint program to support new immigrant soldiers and overseas volunteers in the IDF, providing continuous assistance from enlistment to citizensh…
Businessman Oren Dobronski Joins Likud as Netanyahu’s First Reserved Candidate
Likud named businessman Oren Dobronski as Prime Minister Netanyahu’s first reserved candidate, focusing on AI leadership. The move follows a court ruling that upheld the cancellat…
Netanyahu Mobilizes Likud Leadership Amid Electoral Concerns Two Months Before Vote
With elections two and a half months away, Likud leaders, including Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, warn of a difficult political situation if voting occurred now. In response, Prime…
Likud Expresses Growing Concern Over Election Prospects Amid Challenging Polls
Likud leaders, including Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, express concern over poor poll results ahead of elections, with the right-wing bloc far from a majority. Prime Minister Netany…
Amichai Shikli Reveals Netanyahu Rival Bennett Offered Him Ambassador Role to Leave Knesset
Amichai Shikli revealed that Naftali Bennett offered him an ambassador role to leave the Knesset, criticized former Yamina leaders, and warned against right-wing party fragmentati…
Netanyahu Promotes Six Key Likud Figures Ahead of Party Primaries
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is promoting six key Likud figures to boost the party's media presence ahead of the primaries, holding briefings to align messaging and encourage…
Minister Shikli Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot’s Vision as Retreat and Palestinian State Support
Minister Amichai Shikli criticized former military chief Gadi Eizenkot's vision as promoting territorial retreat and a Palestinian state. He condemned Mansour Abbas for ties to Ha…
Israeli Diaspora Minister Strongly Condemns UNESCO's Palestinian Heritage Designation of Sebastia
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli condemned UNESCO's recognition of Sebastia as a Palestinian heritage site, calling it a "joke." He emphasized Israel's historical ties to Sebastia…
Israeli Police Deport 47 Foreign BDS and Anarchist Activists to Protect Settlements
Israeli police have deported 47 foreign BDS and anarchist activists and prevented over 130 from entering Israel in 2026 to protect settlements and security operations. A special p…
UK Launches Investigation Into Donors Supporting West Bank Haredi Yeshivas
The UK has begun investigating British donors who support Haredi yeshivas in West Bank settlements, following new policies against funding settlement activities. Israeli yeshiva a…
Israeli Judiciary Faces Accusations of Undermining Right-Wing Governance Ahead of Crucial Elections
Ahead of Israel's critical elections, the judiciary faces accusations from the right-wing of politicized overreach undermining elected governance and electoral integrity. Controve…
Israeli Report Reveals $250 Million Funded Pro-Palestinian Groups in US Supporting Terror and Incitement
An Israeli ministry report reveals that 20 US-based pro-Palestinian groups raised over $250 million, supporting terrorism and incitement under the guise of civil society. Israeli…
Right-Wing Leaders Warn Against Splitting Votes Amid New Party Formations
Likud Minister Amichai Shikli warns that the rise of multiple new right-wing parties in Israel risks splitting votes and weakening the nationalist camp ahead of elections. He urge…
Rabbanit Renana Birnbaum Rejects Claims of Diaspora Judaism's Decline, Calls for Partnership with Israel
Rabbanit Renana Birnbaum challenged claims that Diaspora Judaism is dying, arguing it is evolving and remains vital. Speaking at a Jerusalem conference, she called for a partnersh…
Amichai Shikli Identifies Syria as Israel’s Greatest Security Threat Amid Hezbollah Crisis
Israel’s Minister Amichai Shikli warns Syria, backed by Turkey, poses the greatest threat to Israel, while Hezbollah faces a deep crisis. Defense Minister Israel Katz directly cau…
Netanyahu-Led Likud Primaries Reach Climax with Controversial Candidate Rules Vote
Likud party members voted on Netanyahu-backed proposals to change primary rules, allowing incumbents to run in reserved slots and districts. Opposition led by MK David Bitan criti…
IDF Officer Yuval Ezra Laid to Rest After Fatal Gilad Farm Attack
Lieutenant Colonel Yuval Ezra, an IDF artillery officer, was buried Sunday after dying in a deadly attack at Gilad Farm that also killed Beniho Malt. His family and community mour…
Military Appeals Committee Rules Central Command Chief Cannot Order Tal Dradik to House Arrest at Mother-in-Law's Home
The Military Appeals Committee ruled that Central Command Chief Avi Blot cannot order Tal Dradik to house arrest at his mother-in-law's home. The court demanded alternative detent…
Israeli Ministers Demand Tougher Measures in West Bank Amid Rising Violence
Israeli ministers, led by PM Netanyahu and National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, demand tougher military actions and changes to IDF rules of engagement in the West Bank following r…
Hundreds Attend Funeral of Benyahu Malt, Killed While Rescuing Attack Victims Near West Bank Settlement
Staff Sergeant Benyahu Malt, 32, was killed in a terror shooting near the Gilad Farm settlement while aiding attacked hikers. Hundreds, including Israeli officials, attended his f…
Israeli Minister Labels Erdogan a 'Hitler-Sinwar Hybrid,' Warns of Possible War with Turkey
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli harshly criticized Turkish President Erdogan, calling him a "Hitler-Sinwar hybrid" and revealing Israel once saved his life. He warned of a possibl…
Israeli Leaders Urge Strengthening Jewish Identity and Aliyah at Jerusalem Conference
Israeli officials and Jewish leaders at a Jerusalem conference called for stronger Jewish identity, closer ties with Diaspora Jews, and renewed emphasis on aliyah, highlighting th…
Thousands Gather at Zikim Beach for Gaza March Amid Military Restrictions
The Nahala movement is holding a large rally at Zikim Beach near Gaza's northern boundary after coordinating with the IDF, which imposed a temporary military closure in the area…
Palestinian Football Chief Jibril Rajoub Uses Sports to Promote Anti-Israel Incitement
Israeli Minister Warns Iran May Launch Attack Amid Rising Tensions
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli warned that Iran might attack Israel amid escalating tensions and the collapse of the nuclear deal, with Jordan evacuating key ports due to missile…
Israeli Diaspora Minister Shikli Labels Lieberman a 'Chaos Agent' Over Shin Bet Election Interference Claims
Israeli Diaspora Minister Amichai Shikli condemned Avigdor Lieberman's claims that Shin Bet might interfere in elections, calling him a "chaos agent." Shikli praised Shin Bet chie…
Likud's Amichai Shikli Defends Shin Bet Chief Zini, Criticizes IDF Chief and Liberman
Likud’s Amichai Shikli praised Shin Bet chief David Zini’s counterterrorism work and dismissed Avigdor Liberman’s election interference claims as conspiratorial. He defended Shin…
Likud's Constitution Committee to Reconvene Sunday with Netanyahu Invited
Likud's Constitution Committee will reconvene Sunday with Prime Minister Netanyahu invited to participate in votes on primary election rules, following a court injunction that hal…
Israeli Ministers and MKs to Join Massive March for Jewish Resettlement in Gaza Ahead of Elections
Dozens of Israeli ministers and Knesset members will join a large march on Sunday to promote Jewish resettlement in Gaza before elections, with thousands expected to participate…
Israeli Minister Shikli Urges Right-Wing Unity to Avoid Electoral Defeat
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli calls for strategic coordination among right-wing parties to prevent vote splitting and potential defeat in upcoming elections. He highlights gover…
Amichai Shikli Says War Could Have Been Better If Military Heeded Political Leadership
Minister Amichai Shikli said Israel's war strategy could have improved if the military had followed political guidance, especially on humanitarian aid and Gaza's northern isolatio…
Israeli Leaders Push Strategic Plans to Restore Governance and Security in Negev Amid Election Campaign
Ahead of Israel's elections, leaders and experts presented strategic plans to restore governance, security, and development in the Negev, addressing ongoing violence and lack of s…
Akiva Novik Criticizes Defense Minister Israel Katz for Reviving Elor Azaria Case
Akiva Novik criticized Defense Minister Israel Katz for reviving the Elor Azaria case to distract from current security and legislative issues, accusing him and other ministers of…
Netanyahu Uses Internal Chaos to Consolidate Control Over Likud Party
Benjamin Netanyahu is deliberately creating internal conflict within the Likud party to consolidate his control by manipulating candidate selection and sidelining rivals. This Mac…
Netanyahu Allies Urge Likud MKs to Quit Primaries for Positions Amid List Formation Debate
Likud Knesset members say Netanyahu's associates urged them to quit primaries for political roles amid a dispute over the party's candidate list ahead of July elections. Netanyahu…
Amichai Shikli Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot as Extreme Leftist Amid Political Rivalry
Minister Amichai Shikli criticized Knesset member Gadi Eizenkot as an extreme leftist and questioned his political experience, while also condemning former PM Naftali Bennett for…
Minister Shikli Criticizes Gadi Eisenkot as Extreme Leftist Despite Political Strength
Minister Amichai Shikli criticized Gadi Eisenkot as an extreme leftist despite his rising poll numbers, questioned his political experience, and condemned former PM Naftali Bennet…
Turkey Sells Russian S-400 Air Defense to Gulf State to Secure US Fighter Jets
Turkey has reportedly sold its Russian S-400 air defense systems to a Gulf state, potentially the UAE or Qatar, to facilitate lifting U.S. sanctions and regain access to American…
News Anchor Noy Bar Returns to Channel 14 After Four-Month Maternity Leave
Channel 14 news anchor Noy Bar returns to TV after a four-month maternity leave following the birth of her daughter Achinoam in March.
Israeli Minister Warns of Possible Turkish Military Attack Amid Deepening Tensions
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli warns that a Turkish military attack on Israel is a real possibility amid escalating hostile rhetoric. He criticizes the Trump-Erdoğan relationship…
Israeli Minister Warns Turkish Military Attack on Israel Is Possible Amid F-35 Deal Talks
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli warns that a Turkish military attack on Israel is possible amid talks of Turkey acquiring U.S. F-35 jets. He criticizes the U.S.-Turkey relationshi…