Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Benjamin Netanyahu, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Netanyahu's Alliance With Ultra-Orthodox Parties Nears End as Knesset Dissolves
The alliance between Prime Minister Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties is ending with the Knesset's dissolution, as these parties consider new political partnerships ahead of th…
Likud Expected to Cancel Primaries by Forming Arranging Committee Amid Internal Disputes
Likud plans to cancel its primaries by forming an arranging committee, avoiding a scandal and postponing internal elections until August. Netanyahu faces challenges securing suppo…
Shin Bet Chief Faces Sharp Criticism Over Handling of Jewish Terrorism
Shin Bet chief David Zini faces internal criticism for allegedly downplaying Jewish terrorism and restricting operations against suspects. The agency denies these claims, highligh…
Israel Begins Election Period as Public Rates Coalition and Opposition Poorly
Israel has officially entered its election period following the dissolution of the 25th Knesset. A Channel 13 poll shows both the coalition and opposition receiving low public app…
Israeli Reservist Released From Thai Prison After Eight Months Returns Home
An Israeli reservist detained in Thailand for carrying a loaded magazine was released after eight months due to Israeli diplomatic efforts and returned home. He had traveled to Th…
US Sends Additional Tanker Aircraft to Israel Amid Rising Iran Tensions
The US is sending additional tanker aircraft to Israel amid rising tensions with Iran, with plans for a potential expanded military campaign. The new tankers will be based at Isra…
Andy Burnham Elected Labour Leader, Set to Become UK Prime Minister Monday
Andy Burnham was elected Labour Party leader and is set to become UK Prime Minister on Monday, succeeding Keir Starmer. Known as a moderate, Burnham plans to restore public trust…
Saudi-Israeli Normalization Falters Amid Regional Conflict and Political Stalemate
A planned Saudi-Israeli normalization deal linked to a regional infrastructure project and peace efforts in Gaza collapsed due to Israeli political resistance, despite U.S. and Sa…
Majority Opposes Recent Knesset Laws and Views Politicians as Self-Serving, Poll Finds
A July 2026 poll shows 42% of Israelis plan to vote for opposition parties, with most opposing recent Knesset laws and viewing politicians as self-serving. Public opinion on Shin…
Itzik Boncel Warns Right-Wing Voters Against Complacency Ahead of Israeli Elections
Itzik Boncel warns right-wing voters against complacency ahead of Israel's elections, urging increased turnout and unity to prevent vote splitting. He supports refreshing Likud's…
Police Review Incendiary Social Media Post by Activist Targeting Netanyahu
Activist Yishai Hadas posted a controversial message interpreted as incitement against Prime Minister Netanyahu, prompting public outcry and police review. The Israel Police are e…
Likud Reveals Recording to Challenge Injunction Halting Party Primaries
Likud exposed a recording proving its Constitution Committee rejected a Social Forum proposal, challenging a court injunction that halted party primaries. The party alleges the So…
ICC Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment by Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Amid Intense Public Scrutiny
Sarah, an ICC employee in The Hague, accused Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan of sexual harassment and assault, leading to his suspension. She faced severe public and media backlash, f…
Yariv Oppenheimer Attacks Naor Narkis Ahead of Democratic Party Primaries
Yariv Oppenheimer criticized Naor Narkis ahead of the Democratic Party primaries, accusing him of ideological inconsistency and warning against his election due to past statements…
IDF Chief Defends Reservist Call-Ups Amid Political Backlash Over Exemption Law
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir mobilized two brigades for extended reserve duty and condemned a new law exempting draft dodgers from arrest. His letter warning of harm to the milit…
Colombia Withdraws Complaint Against Israel at The Hague and Plans Embassy in Jerusalem
Colombia's incoming government will withdraw its intervention in a lawsuit against Israel at The Hague and restore full diplomatic ties, including opening an embassy in Jerusalem…
Israel’s $1.5 Million Monthly U.S. Influence Campaign Backfires Amid Rising Criticism
Israel spent $1.5 million monthly on a U.S. influence campaign led by Brad Parscale targeting conservative youth, but the effort backfired, worsening Israel’s image and sparking p…
Netanyahu Achieves Historic Milestone by Completing Full Term as Israeli Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu became the first Israeli prime minister since the 1980s to complete a full term after a tense vote dissolved the current Knesset, officially starting the race f…
Netanyahu Seen as Leading Candidate Despite Responsibility for October 7 Failure
Benjamin Netanyahu is held responsible for the October 7 security failure but is seen as the leading candidate due to his strategic shift since then. Many challengers were part of…
New Poll Shows Netanyahu's Coalition Plummeting to Historic Low as Opposition Surges
A new Maariv poll shows Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition falling to 48 seats, while the opposition bloc rises to 62 seats, signaling a major shift in Israeli politics. Likud a…
White House Denies Scheduling Netanyahu-Trump Meeting Amid Tensions Over F-35 Deal
The White House denies scheduling a meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump, citing tensions over Netanyahu's criticism of the U.S. F-35 arms deal with Turkey…
Israeli Knesset Approves Election Funding Law, Sets October 28 Election Date
The Israeli Knesset passed the election funding law with Prime Minister Netanyahu's support, officially dissolving the parliament and setting elections for October 28. Political p…
US Intensifies Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Regional Tensions, Israel Prepares for Escalation
Netanyahu Disappears Amid Controversial Anti-IDF Legislation Debate in Knesset
Prime Minister Netanyahu orchestrated the passage of a controversial draft evasion law in the Knesset but vanished during the final vote, leaving Defense Minister Katz isolated. T…
Israeli Knesset Dissolves After Passing Key Business and Military Service Laws
The 25th Israeli Knesset dissolved on June 30, 2023, after passing key laws including a business credit database and extending military service. Several bills remain pending but m…
Rafael Chairman Calls for Public Listing to Compete with Global Defense Firms on Talent and Funding
Yuval Steinitz, chairman of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, urges the Israeli government to allow Rafael to go public to compete globally for talent and funding. He warns that wi…
Israeli Security Sources Say Iran Currently Refrains From Attacking Israel's Home Front
Israeli security officials state that Iran currently avoids missile attacks on Israel due to deterrence and fears of retaliation, despite increased U.S. military actions and rheto…
Israeli Knesset Officially Dissolves, Setting Stage for New Elections
The 25th Israeli Knesset officially dissolved after a tense vote, triggering new elections and overcoming a last-minute crisis with the Shas party.
Public Transportation in West Bank's Samaria Faces Ongoing Operational Collapse
Public transportation in the West Bank's Samaria region operated by Tenufa has collapsed, causing severe service disruptions and safety concerns. Despite government inaugurations…
Israeli Knesset Confirms Mandatory Military Service Will Remain 32 Months Until 2029
The Israeli Knesset has confirmed that mandatory military service will remain 32 months until 2029, postponing a planned reduction to 30 months. This decision follows military war…
US NATO Ambassador Confident F-35 Sale to Turkey Will Happen Despite Israeli Concerns
US NATO Ambassador Matt Whitaker expressed confidence that the F-35 sale to Turkey will proceed despite Congressional and Israeli concerns. The deal hinges on Turkey meeting condi…
US Intensifies Strikes on Iran Infrastructure as Tehran Threatens Regional Retaliation
The US has intensified strikes on Iranian infrastructure for the fifth night, targeting energy and communication sites. Iran warns of regional retaliation, emphasizing control ove…
Netanyahu Postpones US Visit Citing Senator Graham's Memorial Delay Amid Political Tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his US visit, officially due to the delayed memorial of Senator Lindsey Graham, but also amid political tensions with the U…
Netanyahu Unveils Security and Judicial Reform as Core Themes for Upcoming Election Campaign
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is shaping the Likud election campaign around two main themes: Israel’s security achievements since October 7 and the judicial reform debate. He…
Israel Imposes Strict Restraints on Government Actions Until November Elections
Israel's outgoing government faces strict legal and procedural limits on its actions following the Knesset's dissolution, with new Attorney General guidelines enforcing restraint…
Mossad Supports Lifetime Security for Netanyahu and Family Following Shin Bet Recommendation
Following Shin Bet's recommendation, Mossad also supports lifetime security for Prime Minister Netanyahu and his family, with official approval granting five years of protection…
US Expands Strikes on Iran to Infrastructure Amid Rising Regional Tensions
The US has expanded its military strikes on Iran to include infrastructure targets, informing Israel of the escalation amid rising regional tensions. Iran has retaliated with miss…
Former Minister Matan Kahana Accuses Finance Minister Smotrich of Spreading Lies Amid Party Rift
Former minister Matan Kahana condemned Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for inciting against Gadi Eisenkot amid rising tensions between their parties ahead of Israel's elections…
Belgian Group Files War Crimes Complaint in Portugal Against Israeli Soldier
The Belgian Hind Rajab Foundation filed a war crimes complaint in Portugal against an Israeli soldier on leave in Lisbon, accusing him of destroying civilian infrastructure during…
Residents Near Military Prison Complain of Disruptions from Ultra-Orthodox Protests Against Draft Arrests
Thousands of ultra-Orthodox protesters near Military Prison 10 in Kfar Yona blocked neighborhood access and disrupted residents’ lives while protesting draft dodger arrests. Resid…
Ra'am Leader Mansour Abbas Opposes Budget Shift to Shin Bet for Arab Community Crime Fight
Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas opposes the Israeli government's decision to redirect 500 million shekels from Arab community development to the Shin Bet and police for crime fighting…
New Right-Wing Star David Petel Urges Haredi Voters to Support Likud in Upcoming Elections
David Petel, newly appointed to Likud’s Knesset list by Netanyahu, urges the Haredi community to vote right-wing to protect their political rights amid contentious conscription la…
Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Affirms Loyalty to Netanyahu Amid Reports of Gadi Eizenkot Alliance
Shas leader Aryeh Deri reaffirmed full support for Prime Minister Netanyahu, rejecting ties with Gadi Eizenkot despite recent political overtures. Deri criticized Eizenkot's camp…
Israeli Government Appoints New Deputy National Security Advisor Ahead of Elections
The Israeli government will appoint a new deputy head of the National Security Council for a four-year term, continuing a wave of last-minute civil service appointments ahead of e…
Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Declares Full Loyalty to Netanyahu Amid Political Tensions
Shas leader Aryeh Deri declared full loyalty to Prime Minister Netanyahu, criticizing Benny Gantz and affirming support for Netanyahu as head of the political bloc. This follows R…
MK Moshe Solomon Withdraws from Religious Zionism Party Primaries Citing Core Value Disagreements
MK Moshe Solomon announced he will not compete in the Religious Zionism party primaries, citing a departure from core values on Torah and military service. His decision follows Mi…
Netanyahu Defends IDF Hero Yosef Hadad, Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot Over Mansour Abbas Comparison
Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned Gadi Eizenkot for comparing IDF veteran Yosef Hadad to Mansour Abbas, calling Hadad an Israeli hero and Abbas a supporter of Hamas. Netanyahu ac…
Communications Law Passed in Final Knesset Readings, Minister Karei Thanks Netanyahu
Minister Shlomo Karei's Communications Law was passed in the Knesset's final readings, with Karei thanking Prime Minister Netanyahu for his support.
