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sana.sypolitics7 hrs ago
Netanyahu Says Hezbollah Missile Stock Now 7-8% of Pre-War Level
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the Negev Conference in Dimona that Hezbollah retains only 7% to 8% of the missiles it held at the start of the war. The statement was made Tuesday.
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en.globes.co.ilpolitics1 day ago
Shin Bet Opens Investigation Into Alleged Wartime Intelligence Leak
The Israel Security Agency has begun an internal probe after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed it to examine how details about the start date of Operation Roaring Lion reached an unnamed media outlet. The agency determined that questioning would be limited to defense per…
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riotimesonline.compolitics1 day ago
Netanyahu and Four Officials to Submit Witness Lists This Week in Submarine Procurement Inquiry
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and four other officials will submit witness lists this week for a state commission examining the submarine procurement affair. The move follows warning letters from the commission and could affect the timing of its conclusions.
jpost.comworld1 day ago
Israeli President Hosts Ceremony Marking 50 Years Since Entebbe Rescue
President Isaac Herzog held a ceremony at the president's residence in Jerusalem on July 12 commemorating the 50th anniversary of Operation Entebbe. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir also attended the event.
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ndtv.compolitics2 days ago
Yair Netanyahu Seeks Court Order Against Haaretz Journalist Over Alleged Harassment
Yair Netanyahu, who recently changed his name to Yonatan Hun, filed for a prevention of threatening harassment order last week. The petition targets Haaretz journalist Uri Misgav. Benjamin Netanyahu is Israel's prime minister and Yair's father.
Euronewspolitics1 day agoUpdated
Israel's Parliament Schedules National Elections for October 27
The Knesset will end its term on July 17 without a dissolution law. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared he will run again.
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theyeshivaworld.compolitics3 days ago
Likud MK Dan Illouz Expected to Leave Party
MK Dan Illouz is expected to announce his departure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud Party. The move follows MK Yuli Edelstein’s July 3 exit announcement.
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jta.orgpolitics3 days ago
Israeli MK Dan Illouz Leaves Netanyahu’s Likud Party
MK Dan Illouz announced Saturday he is leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling Likud Party. He cited opposition to legislation advanced by haredi coalition partners on military draft exemptions and daycare subsidies.
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Al-Monitorpolitics4 days ago
Democratic Senators Urge Block on Defense Bill Over Israel Cooperation
Six Democratic senators led by Chris Van Hollen sent a letter calling on colleagues to block the National Defense Authorization Act until the Senate debates new measures to deepen U.S.-Israel military and intelligence ties. The letter criticizes any steps that would strengthen re…
middleeasteye.netpolitics5 days ago
German Chancellor Says U.S.-Iran Memorandum Offers Best Chance for Regional Stability
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding represents the strongest path to stability in the region, the German government stated.
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jpost.compolitics6 days ago
Yashar Party Overtakes Likud in Channel 13 Poll Released Wednesday
Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar edged Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud by a small margin in the latest survey. The result marks the first time Likud trailed Yashar after weeks of ties between the parties.
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rediff.compolitics6 days ago
U.S. and Iran resume attacks as Israel monitors developments
Iran and the United States have resumed attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials are monitoring the situation and its potential effect on decisions regarding Hezbollah.
ynet.co.ilpolitics6 days agoUpdated
U.S. Considers Restoring Turkey's Access to F-35 Program
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he opposes any sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled a planned meeting with Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz that was to address the issue.
nypost.compolitics7 days ago
Trump Considers Lifting F-35 Ban on Turkey as Netanyahu Opposes Sale
President Trump is considering lifting a prior ban on F-35 sales to Turkey while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned the move would upset the regional balance.
nypost.compolitics7 days ago
Netanyahu Responds to Mamdani Criticism of Israel as Jewish State
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded on July 7 to comments by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Israel as a Jewish state. Netanyahu said Israel shows equality and is the region's only democracy. CNN reported the exchange in a video segment published that day.
nbcnews.compolitics8 days ago
Netanyahu Alerts Trump to Turkish Calls for Sanctions on Israel Ahead of NATO Summit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged President Trump to withhold weapons systems from Turkey during a Friday phone call. The request came ahead of Trump's planned meeting with Turkish officials at this week's NATO summit in Ankara.
foxnews.compolitics8 days ago
Netanyahu Says No Rift With Trump on Iran but Will Judge Any Deal by Its Outcome
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a Fox News interview there is no rift with President Trump on Iran. He outlined shared goals and said he would judge any deal only after talks conclude.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics8 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Seeks Meeting as Strikes Continue in Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requested a meeting with U.S. officials while military operations in Lebanon continued. Tens of millions attended the funeral of an Iranian religious leader on the same day.
France 24politics7 days agoUpdated
Lebanon Reports Over 4,300 Killed Since Israel Began Operations
The Lebanese Ministry of Health recorded at least 4,303 deaths and 12,203 injuries since March 2. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said some Christian villages requested annexation for protection from Hezbollah.
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middleeastmonitor.compolitics9 days ago
Netanyahu: Gaza Reconstruction Will Not Start Until Hamas Disarms
@AJEnglish reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tied any Gaza rebuilding to Hamas disarmament and rejected reports of U.S. pressure over Lebanon tunnels. Israel also named its first resident ambassador to Slovenia following Ljubljana's government change.
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news.sky.compolitics10 days ago
Netanyahu Leaves Gaza Settlement Plans Unresolved After Smotrich Says Approval Is Only Step Left
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declined to exclude settlements in Gaza during a June 29 television interview. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the previous week that his ministry had prepared plans for three settlements in northern Gaza.
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Al Jazeeraworld10 days ago
Israeli Officials Discuss Plans for Settlements in Northern Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have discussed establishing three settlements in northern Gaza. The statements come after nearly three years of conflict that has killed more than 73,000 Palestinians in the enclave.
yna.co.krsports12 days agoUpdated
Doosan Bears sign Wes Benjamin and Yunior Severino after releasing Chris Flexen and Daz Cameron
The Doosan Bears signed pitcher Wes Benjamin to a US$450,000 contract and infielder Yunior Severino to a US$200,000 contract on July 2. The moves came after the team released two foreign players on June 29.
nypost.compolitics13 days ago
Iranian Clerics Call for Killings of Trump and Netanyahu
An 88-member clerical body issued a statement declaring the deaths of President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a religious duty. The statement also addressed cease-fire talks and urged public demonstrations.
Washington Examinerpolitics13 days ago
Netanyahu Says Total Victory in Gaza Remains Goal and Is an Ongoing Process
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his pledge for total victory against Hamas and other Iran proxies remains in effect. The comments came in his first Hebrew-media interview of the current election campaign.
sbs.com.aupolitics14 days ago
Netanyahu Visits Southern Lebanon, Says Israel Will Stay Until Hezbollah Threat Removed Under New U.S. Security Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toured territory held by Israeli forces on June 30. He stated that withdrawal would not occur while Hezbollah maintains its arsenal and presence. The trip followed a U.S.-mediated security deal reached the prior Friday.
freepressjournal.inpolitics15 days ago
Prime Minister Inaugurates New Neighborhood in West Bank Kibbutz
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attended the opening of the Hatayelet neighborhood in Kibbutz Migdal Oz on June 28. The Prime Minister's Office stated the addition is expected to double the kibbutz's size within a year.
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armstrongeconomics.compolitics15 days ago
Opposition Leader Dismisses Netanyahu Unity Government Call
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for a broad national government, calling it an attempt to draw votes from the opposition ahead of elections scheduled no later than October 27.
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middleeasteye.networld15 days ago
Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnel but levels village of Majdal Zoun in southern Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces demolished a 200-meter underground facility used to assemble and launch Iranian-made suicide drones. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz said the U.S. was notified in advance.
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jpost.compolitics18 days ago
Polls: Likud leads, Yashar second as Israeli parties fall short of majority
Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot's new party trails only Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud in recent Israeli polls. Both parties are projected to fall short of a parliamentary majority in the election due by late October.
theyeshivaworld.compolitics18 days agoUpdated
Netanyahu's Likud Gains One Seat in Channel 12 Poll
A Thursday Channel 12 survey shows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud winning 23 Knesset seats. No bloc reaches the 61-seat majority needed to form a government.
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theiranproject.compolitics19 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Testifies in Defamation Lawsuit Over Health Claims
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court for an evidentiary hearing in a NIS 500,000 defamation case he filed against protest activists and journalists. The hearing concerns statements about his health and fitness.
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Netanyahu Offers Haredi Parties Legislative Concessions for Judicial Overhaul Support
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is advancing an agreement with United Torah Judaism and Shas. The parties would back judicial overhaul measures in return for legislation benefiting the Haredim, Haaretz reported on June 24 2026.
abcnews.go.compolitics20 days agoUpdated
Eight Sentenced to 30-100 Years for 2025 Texas Detention Center Shooting
Benjamin Song received 100 years in prison on June 23, 2026, after conviction for wounding a police officer. Seven co-defendants drew terms of 30 to 70 years in the Fort Worth federal case.
Washington Examinerpolitics20 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox Parties Threaten to Leave Netanyahu Coalition Over Draft Exemptions
Shas and United Torah Judaism leaders told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday they will withdraw support unless the Knesset advances two bills this week. The measures would classify Torah study as national service and halt arrests of draft-age Haredi men.
nbcnews.compolitics21 days ago
Netanyahu Defends Ties to Milchan as Corruption Trial Testimony Nears End
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed his relationship with producer Arnon Milchan during testimony in a long-running corruption case. The appearance marked the expected final phase of his questioning in the proceedings.
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The Hillpolitics22 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister says military has full freedom to target Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Israeli forces in southern Lebanon face no restrictions in operations against Hezbollah. The statement follows a renewed ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah and a U.S.-brokered agreement with Lebanon.
nknews.orgpolitics22 days ago
Netanyahu Says Prosecutors Set a Trap During Cross-Examination
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that prosecutors misled him into giving answers that could appear inconsistent. The comments came as his defense team began final questioning in his ongoing trial.
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Netanyahu Says IDF Operations in Iran Altered Israel's Security Doctrine
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a Jewish News Syndicate conference that Israel now initiates attacks on enemies before they can strike. He also said Israel brought back every hostage taken during the conflict.
foxnews.compolitics23 days ago
Netanyahu Claims Israeli Strikes Blocked Iran Nuclear Threat
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a Jerusalem policy summit that two named operations destroyed Iran's nuclear infrastructure and killed 20 scientists. He also described strikes on missile and regime targets plus new security zones in Gaza, Syria and Lebanon.
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theyeshivaworld.compolitics23 days ago
Netanyahu Orders Shin Bet Probe After Channel 12 Reports Iran War Timing
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed Shin Bet chief David Zini to investigate a reported disclosure to Channel 12 about the timing of Israel's military action against Iran.
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Netanyahu Reverses Plan to Name Caroline Glick New York Consul General
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reversed his earlier consideration of adviser Caroline Glick for the New York posting on June 20 2026. The Reform Judaism movement in the United States welcomed the decision.
middleeasteye.netpolitics24 days ago
Israeli Military Halts Fire in Lebanon but Keeps Current Positions
The Israel Defense Force stopped firing in Lebanon while remaining in areas under its control. The decision followed orders from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding remains a point of contention over Israeli operations against Lebane…
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foxnews.compolitics25 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Seeks to Shape U.S.-Iran Negotiations Through Commentators
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly plans to use pro-Israel commentators and lawmakers to influence final U.S.-Iran talks. CNN cited an unnamed Israeli source for the account.
Fox Newspolitics25 days ago
Trump Says Netanyahu Needs Softer Touch on Hezbollah but Signals Likely Endorsement
President Donald Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can apply a softer touch in operations against Hezbollah and confirmed he called the Israeli leader 'f---ing crazy' during a phone call. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. would not lift sanctions on Iran if…
rnz.co.nzpolitics25 days ago
Likud Legal Adviser Avi Halevy Resigns in Letter to Netanyahu
Avi Halevy, the Likud party's legal adviser, resigned immediately in a letter sent to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday night.
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indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics28 days ago
U.S. and Israeli Forces Strike Tehran; Trump and Netanyahu Differ on Ceasefire Terms
U.S. and Israeli forces carried out joint strikes on Tehran on February 28. President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have since expressed differing views on how the conflict should end.
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Newsweekpolitics28 days ago
Trump Says He Is Not Happy With Israel Over Lebanon Strikes
President Trump deepened tensions with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu, days after striking a peace deal with Iran
jns.orgpolitics29 days ago
Israel Says Strikes Prevented Iranian Nuclear Weapons; Netanyahu Vows Continued Presence in Security Zones
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the weeks-long campaign against Iran saved Israel from nuclear annihilation but warned the struggle continues. He pledged to keep security zones in place as long as needed.
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Washington Examinerpolitics30 days ago
Trump Rebukes Netanyahu for Beirut Strike While Urging All Sides to Stand Down for Iran Deal
President Donald Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after an Israeli strike on Beirut and said the action jeopardized an imminent peace agreement with Iran. Trump posted on Truth Social that all sides should stand down.
agriculture.einnews.compolitics31 days ago
Netanyahu skips planned G7 meeting between Trump and Middle East leaders
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not attend an upcoming bilateral meeting at the G7 between U.S. President Trump and Middle East leaders. A senior U.S. official confirmed the absence on Saturday.
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UTJ Chairman Goldknopf Protests Exclusion of Haredi West Bank Communities From Settlement Budget
Yitzhak Goldknopf sent a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu objecting to the omission of ultra-Orthodox communities in the West Bank from a new settlement development plan.
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drudge.compolitics33 days ago
Netanyahu Aide Indicted on Charges of Passing Classified Information
A senior aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was indicted for passing classified information with intent to harm the state. The charges were added to an existing case that already names two other individuals.
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France 24politics34 days ago
Netanyahu Calls Israeli Election for October 27
Likud party announced Wednesday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will run in the national election scheduled for late October. Netanyahu, 76, is Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
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msnbc.compolitics34 days ago
Netanyahu to Seek Re-Election as Polls Show Both His Coalition and Main Opposition Bloc Falling Short of Majority
Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud Party announced on June 10 that he will run in Israel's next election, which must be held by October.
Al-Monitorpolitics35 days ago
Iran Fires Missiles at Israel; Israel Strikes Iranian Military Targets
President Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Monday call that renewed strikes on Iran could leave Israel without American backing. The warning followed Iranian missile launches and Israeli counterstrikes on Iranian military targets.
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New York Postpolitics36 days ago
Are U.S. and Israel on the Same Page in Mideast Wars?
President Trump has voiced his frustration with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, but it is not clear how able he is to rein in Israeli military action.
foxnews.compolitics39 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Trails in Some Polls Ahead of October Election
Recent surveys show mixed results for Benjamin Netanyahu as voters weigh security concerns ahead of elections scheduled by October 27. Opposition figures have released campaign material criticizing the prime minister's handling of threats from Hamas and Hezbollah.
thehindu.compolitics39 days ago
Netanyahu Proposes Replacing U.S. Aid With Joint U.S.-Israel Weapons Development and Coproduction
A letter from Benjamin Netanyahu to Rep. Stutzman describes replacing U.S. aid with joint weapons development and mutual investment in missile defense, AI, and next-generation platforms.
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Al-Monitorpolitics39 days ago
Trump Says Progress Made on Lebanon Ceasefire After Calls With Netanyahu
President Donald Trump told reporters he had spoken with both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hezbollah about the situation and believed progress was being made.
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