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Newsweekpolitics4 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
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Jerusalem District Court Orders Netanyahu Defense to Justify Testimony Cancellation Request
The Jerusalem District Court directed Benjamin Netanyahu's legal team to provide reasons for seeking to cancel scheduled testimony. The request cites diplomatic and security constraints and shortened hearing schedules.
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thehindu.compolitics26 days ago
Writer Eyal Megged Says He Would Welcome Military Coup Against Netanyahu
Writer Eyal Megged, a former friend of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, said on 103FM on Tuesday that he would prefer his cat in power and would welcome a military coup. Megged criticized ongoing military operations in Lebanon and Netanyahu's leadership.
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Netanyahu Case 4000 Cross-Examination Ends, Focus Shifts to Case 2000
The cross-examination of Prime Minister Netanyahu in Case 4000 has concluded in Tel Aviv District Court. Prosecutors will now advance to Case 2000, which involves allegations of bribery concerning his dealings with the publisher of Yediot Aharonot. The development marks the defen…
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nbcnews.compolitics40 days ago
Netanyahu Tells Ultra-Orthodox Leaders He Will Delay Military Draft Law Until After Election
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed ultra-Orthodox party leaders on May 11 2026 that he does not intend to advance a military draft law before the election set to take place by October. The law would exempt most draft-age ultra-Orthodox men from mandatory military service.…
thehindu.compolitics46 days ago
Netanyahu Ordered to Submit Updated Medical File in Defamation Case
A court ruled that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must provide his most recent medical records by May 13 to determine when his prostate cancer was discovered. The order came in a defamation lawsuit filed by Netanyahu against three individuals over social media posts and articl…
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thehindu.compolitics47 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Rejects Compromises on Likud List Reservations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected any compromises and insisted on securing ten reserved spots on the Likud party's national list. The demand was reported by Channel 14's Yehuda Schlesinger. This follows Netanyahu and his wife Sara casting votes in the Likud C…
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Financial Timesfinance56 days ago
Bennett and Lapid Merge Parties to Form 'Together' for 2026 Elections
Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid announced the merger of their political parties on April 26, 2026, forming a new entity called Together. The move aims to unite opposition forces ahead of elections due by October 2026. Bennett will lead the new party, drawing on their past collabor…
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en.globes.co.ilworld56 days ago
Former Israeli Prime Ministers Bennett and Lapid Announce Party Merger for 2026 Election
Former Israeli prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid stated they will merge their parties and run together in the 2026 election. The announcement aims to challenge current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They issued a joint statement describing the move as uniting a r…
news.sky.comworld56 days ago
Tzipi Hotovely Appointed Head of Israel's National Public Diplomacy Directorate
Former Israeli ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely has been appointed to lead the National Public Diplomacy Directorate in the Prime Minister’s Office. The role had been vacant for two years following a resignation in 2024. The government unanimously approved the appointment, whi…
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thehindu.comworld57 days ago
Netanyahu Recovers from Prostate Cancer; Accused of Concealment
Israeli figure Benjamin Netanyahu has recovered from prostate cancer, according to a Haaretz report. A group known as the 'just-not-Bibi' camp accused him of concealing the illness and lying about it. The report highlighted reactions to the disclosure on April 26, 2026.
thehindu.comfinance57 days ago
Netanyahu Discloses Successful Treatment for Early-Stage Prostate Cancer
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced he underwent successful treatment for early-stage prostate cancer discovered during routine monitoring. He delayed public disclosure to avoid providing propaganda opportunities for Iran amid ongoing conflict. Netanyahu stated he…
citizen.co.zaworld58 days ago
Argentine President Milei Performs at Israel Independence Day Ceremony
Argentine President Javier Milei participated in a song and dance routine at Israel's Independence Day torchlighting ceremony. The event also featured other torchlighters, including wounded soldier Ari Spitz and northern resident Ora Hatan. Milei received an honorary doctorate fr…
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Hungary's Incoming PM Magyar Pledges ICC Arrest of Netanyahu on Visits, Plans to Reverse Withdrawal
Hungary's incoming Prime Minister Peter Magyar stated his government will arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters the country, citing ICC obligations. The administration intends to reverse the previous government's withdrawal from the ICC before it takes eff…
jpost.comworld60 days ago
Naftali Bennett Calls for Mandatory Ultra-Orthodox IDF Enlistment
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett stated that draft evasion by ultra-Orthodox individuals is contributing to soldier casualties and blamed the current government for an IDF manpower shortage. He proposed halting funding to those who do not enlist. The comments were ma…
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