Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Benjamin Netanyahu, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Most Likud Voters Prefer Hardline Candidate Ahead of Party Primaries
Ahead of the Likud primaries in three days, a News 13 poll shows most voters prefer a hardline candidate over moderates, influencing the party's candidate list including reserved…
Tali Gottlieb Leads Likud Voters' Popularity Poll Ahead of Primaries
Ahead of the Likud primaries, a poll shows MK Tali Gottlieb leading with nearly 40% support among Likud voters, followed by Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. With only about 14 realisti…
Bereaved Prakash Family Responds to Sarah Netanyahu-Backed Protest Against Them in Caesarea
The Prakash family, whose son Tom died in the 2006 Lebanon War, spoke out after a protest against them was revealed to be organized by Sarah Netanyahu. Marking 20 years since Tom'…
Benny Ziffer Reflects on His 50-Year Career and Political Shift After Dismissal from Haaretz
Benny Ziffer, a longtime Haaretz editor, discusses his political transformation and dismissal, revealing his shift from left-wing literary figure to Netanyahu supporter.
Israeli Source Says Current Gaza Situation Benefits Netanyahu Ahead of Elections
An Israeli official revealed that Israel has asked the U.S. to postpone political initiatives in Gaza until after elections, benefiting Netanyahu. Jared Kushner may visit Israel s…
British Journalist Piers Morgan Calls Netanyahu 'Idiot' Over Controversial Iran Remarks
British journalist Piers Morgan called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu an "idiot" after Netanyahu made controversial remarks about Britain and Iran's nuclear ambitions…
Israeli Pollsters Reveal Opposition Lead and Challenges in Predicting Election Outcomes
Israeli pollsters report a sustained lead for the opposition bloc ahead of critical elections, with Midgam showing 58-60 seats versus 50-52 for the coalition. Polling models predi…
Political Promises Fail to Deliver as Israelis Urged to Demand Real Results
Yoash Ben-Eliezer criticizes Israeli politicians for repeatedly making unfulfilled promises about future reforms, urging voters to focus on proven achievements rather than empty v…
Netanyahu’s Leadership Struggles Turn Likud Into Obstacle Ahead of 2026 Elections
Benjamin Netanyahu’s attempts to control Likud’s candidate list face resistance from preferred candidates wary of his tactics ahead of the 2026 elections. Meanwhile, Mansour Abbas…
Jared Kushner to Visit Israel to Resolve Dispute with Netanyahu Over Hamas Disarmament Plan
Jared Kushner will visit Israel with Tony Blair and Nikolay Mladenov to resolve disputes with Netanyahu over Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal sequencing. They will later m…
Netanyahu Sparks Outrage by Calling UK 'Islamic Republic' in Podcast Interview
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the UK the "Islamic Republic of Britain" in a podcast, provoking condemnation from British Jewish groups and public figures. The r…
Transportation Minister Miri Regev Faces Backlash Over AI-Edited Photo in Likud Primaries Campaign
Transportation Minister Miri Regev faced criticism after posting an AI-edited photo from four years ago with Prime Minister Netanyahu to suggest his support in the upcoming Likud…
Yoni Netanyahu's Legacy Exploited Amid Political Obsession, Says Columnist
Columnist Ran Edelist criticizes the Netanyahu family for exploiting Yoni Netanyahu's memory for political purposes, contrasting Yoni's genuine sacrifice with his brother Benjamin…
Nadav Oz Salzberg Resigns as Gilad Kariv's Political Advisor to Pursue Studies at Oxford
Nadav Oz Salzberg, political advisor to Knesset member Gilad Kariv and student protest leader, resigns to study diplomacy at Oxford, pledging to return and continue political acti…
Chinese Funding Fuels Anti-Israel Protests in Britain Amid Netanyahu's Sharp Criticism
Anti-Israel protests in Britain are reportedly funded by Chinese-linked sources supporting far-left groups like Code Pink, amid U.S. investigations into foreign interference. Isra…
Yoaz Hendel Demands Zionist-Only Government, Rejects Ultra-Orthodox and Arab Parties
Yoaz Hendel, leader of the Reservists' Party, demands a Zionist-only government excluding ultra-Orthodox and Arab parties, warns Israel risks fragmentation otherwise, and calls fo…
Trump Calls Netanyahu His Own Worst Enemy Amid Gaza Peace Plan Dispute
Donald Trump recently called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "his own worst enemy" amid disputes over Gaza peace plans, indirectly supporting a proposal Netanyahu reject…
Bezalel Academy Shifts From Jewish Cultural Hub to Post-Zionist Hotbed Amid Controversy
Bezalel Academy, founded as a Jewish cultural institution in Jerusalem, faces police investigation over a lecturer's extremist posts amid broader concerns about its shift toward p…
Yuli Edelstein Emerges as Potential Leader of Netanyahu's Ouster Effort Within Likud
Ahead of the Likud primaries, Netanyahu fears losing MKs may back a no-confidence move against him. Yuli Edelstein is seen as a potential leader of this internal opposition. Netan…
Likud Faces Ethiopian Community Representation Crisis as MK Tsega Melaku Withdraws from Primaries
MK Tsega Melaku withdrew from the Likud primaries, leaving the Ethiopian community without representation on the Likud list. This raises concerns for Netanyahu and the party about…
Singer Avi Bitter Warns of Rising Tensions Over Netanyahu Support
Singer Avi Bitter announced his support for Netanyahu and warned of escalating tensions between Mizrahi supporters and left-wing opponents, citing provocations and social division…
Minister Nir Barkat Firmly Supports Netanyahu Amid Replacement Claims
Minister Nir Barkat rejects claims he tried to replace Netanyahu, affirming his full support for the Prime Minister in a Channel 7 interview.
Esti Shoshan Pushes for Women's Political Representation in Ultra-Orthodox Parties Ahead of 2026 Elections
Esti Shoshan, head of "Not Elected, Not Voting," campaigns for ultra-Orthodox women's political inclusion within parties like Shas and United Torah Judaism ahead of the 2026 elect…
Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! Leads with 23 Seats as Likud Drops to 21 in New Poll
A recent poll shows Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party leading with 23 seats, while Likud falls to 21. Netanyahu's coalition shrinks to 48 seats, and Arab parties strengthen to 11. Eis…
MK Elazar Stern Leaves Yesh Atid to Join Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar Party
MK Elazar Stern resigns from Yesh Atid and plans to join Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar party, endorsing Eizenkot as bloc leader amid shifting poll dynamics favoring Eizenkot over Bennett…
Defense Minister Katz Pushes Police Takeover of Civil Enforcement in West Bank Amid Political Gains
Defense Minister Israel Katz has pushed for transferring civilian enforcement over Israelis in the West Bank from the IDF to the Israeli police, a move seen as a step toward de fa…
Right-Wing Activist Berle Krombi Criticizes Moshe Feiglin as a Delusional Rival
Right-wing activist Berle Krombi harshly criticized Moshe Feiglin as a delusional rival aiming to challenge Netanyahu, sparking a political dispute. Baruch Marzel defended Feiglin…
Israel Seizes Diplomatic Opening in Latin America Amid Regional Political Shifts
Following devastating earthquakes, Israel sent aid to Venezuela, initiating limited diplomatic ties after 17 years. This reflects a broader regional shift as several Latin America…
Former Israeli Minister Warns Trump-Syria Rapprochement Could Threaten Golan Heights Control
Former Israeli minister Menachem Horowitz warns that Donald Trump's improving relations with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad could pressure Israel to cede parts of the Golan Heig…
Netanyahu Reserves Defense Minister Israel Katz’s Knesset Seat After Internal Poll
Prime Minister Netanyahu reserved a Knesset seat for Defense Minister Israel Katz after an internal Likud poll showed Katz ranking poorly among party members, prompting the move t…
Israel Advances AI National Strategy With Modest Plans and High-Profile Appointments Ahead of Elections
Israel's Prime Minister's Office has launched a new AI National Headquarters with high-profile leaders and a cautious plan including AI education, supercomputer upgrades, and quan…
US Officials Demand Netanyahu Publicly Condemn Violence in Palestinian Village of Kausara
Nathan Zehavi Draws Parallels Between Biblical Conquest and Modern West Bank Violence
Nathan Zehavi compares the biblical conquest of Canaan with the current rise in violent settler attacks in the West Bank, highlighting a disturbing historical repetition. He cites…
Scientists Predict 180-Year Lifespan With Organ Printing and Brain Cloud Backup
Researchers predict humans may live up to 180 years by replacing organs with AI-printed parts and backing up brains to the cloud. A global communication study reveals broader medi…
Netanyahu Holds Urgent Talks Amid Fears of Leadership Change Before Elections
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held urgent talks with Likud lawmakers amid fears many may lose their seats in upcoming elections, raising concerns about a possible no-confi…
New Right-Wing Party Expected as Likud Prepares for Crucial Primaries
As Israel's Likud party prepares for pivotal primaries on Monday, a new right-wing party is expected to be announced soon, signaling shifts in the political right. Prime Minister…
Gadi Eizenkot Says 58 Seats Are Enough for a Zionist Majority to Replace Netanyahu Government
Gadi Eizenkot, leader of the Yisra party, stated that 58 Knesset seats for Zionist parties are enough to replace Netanyahu's government. Speaking in Jerusalem, he criticized Netan…
International Left-Handers Day Chosen to Challenge Superstitions and Celebrate Diversity
International Left-Handers Day is observed on August 13 to celebrate left-handed individuals and challenge historical superstitions linking left-handedness to bad luck and witchcr…
Veteran Lawyer Tzion Amir Reflects on High-Profile Trials and Netanyahu's Leadership
Veteran lawyer Tzion Amir shared insights from defending Moshe Katsav, Dudu Topaz, and Gonen Segev, revealing emotional courtroom moments and his views on Netanyahu's leadership…
July Inflation Data Signals Rising Costs Amid Israel's Economic and Security Challenges
Israel's July inflation data, to be released today, signals rising inflation amid escalating defense spending and economic challenges. Prime Minister Netanyahu prioritizes securit…
Netanyahu Holds Private Talks with Likud MKs Amid Fears of Primary Backlash
Prime Minister Netanyahu is holding private talks with all sitting Likud MKs amid fears that many may lose their spots in the upcoming primaries, potentially leading to political…
Mansour Abbas Positions Ra'am as Key Coalition Partner After October Elections
Mansour Abbas, leader of the United Arab List (Ra'am), stated his party aims to be the key coalition partner after Israel's October 27 elections. He rejected external attempts to…
Israel Sends Humanitarian and Rescue Mission to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake
Israel is sending an 80-member rescue and humanitarian team to Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed at least 254 people and injured thousands. The mission will conduct…
US Ambassador Clarifies Settlers Are Not the Problem in West Bank After Controversy
US Ambassador Mike Herzog clarified that settlers are not the problem in the West Bank, following his earlier remarks labeling some hilltop activists as "Israeli terrorists." He s…
Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat Denies Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Amid Primary Campaign
Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat denies claims he tried to oust Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, calling them recycled fake news. Barkat accuses Channel 12 of targetin…
Bereaved Founders of 'Returning Home' Urge Immediate Israeli Sovereignty Over West Bank Open Areas
Bereaved Israeli activists Yehoshua Sherman and Eliav Libi call for immediate Israeli sovereignty and settlement expansion in the open areas of the West Bank's Areas A and B, warn…
Israeli Observers Warn of Renewed Hamas Threat Near Gaza Border
Israeli female observers near the Gaza border warn of daily Hamas militant sightings close to the "yellow line," but Israeli forces lack authorization to act. They compare the sit…
Israel Deploys New Armored Audi Limousines for Netanyahu and Security Officials
Israel has deployed eight new armored Audi A8 limousines costing over 3 million shekels each, replacing older vehicles used by Prime Minister Netanyahu and other top officials. Th…