Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu charged with bribery, fraud
5 years, 1 month ago

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu charged with bribery, fraud

Al Jazeera  

Benjamin Netanyahu says indictment is an ‘attempted coup’ against him and the investigators ‘weren’t after the truth’. A defiant Benjamin Netanyahu rejected all allegations of fraud on Thursday, saying he would not step down as Israel‘s prime minister despite being indicted on a series of corruption charges. Netanyahu denounced what he called the “false” and “politically motivated” allegations, hours after being charged by the attorney general with bribery, fraud and breach of trust. “There is concern, whether or not the charges prove to be true or without merit, that Netanyahu will make decisions in his own personal interest and for his political survival and not in the national interest.” ‘Sad day for Israel’ 191022193838131 Gantz said on Thursday the indictment was “a very sad day for the state of Israel”. Netanyahu, a right-winger, who has been in power since 2009, is Israel’s longest-serving prime minister and dominates the country’s political scene.

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Sacked Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigns from parliament
2 weeks ago

Sacked Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigns from parliament

India Today  

Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, who had often taken an independent line against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right government allies, said on Wednesday he was resigning from parliament. Gallant had often broken ranks with Netanyahu and his coalition allies of far-right and religious parties, including over exemptions granted to ultra-Orthodox Jewish men from serving in the conscript …

Israel’s Netanyahu to Undergo Prostate Surgery Under Anesthesia
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Israel’s Netanyahu to Undergo Prostate Surgery Under Anesthesia

Live Mint  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery on Sunday under full anesthesia to remove his prostate. “On Wednesday, the prime minister underwent an examination at the Hadassah Hospital, where an infection in the urinary tract resulting from a benign enlargement of the prostate was discovered,” Netanyahu’s office said. Netanyahu’s lawyer, Amit Hadad, said in a request filed to court …

Why Israel has ordered a probe against Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why Israel has ordered a probe against Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara

Firstpost  

Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing a legal probe over alleged witness harassment and obstruction of justice. The investigation stems from WhatsApp messages suggesting she orchestrated campaigns to intimidate political opponents and witnesses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, flanked by his wife Sara Netanyahu, attends an inauguration event for Israel's new light rail line for …

Analysis: Accusations of genocide. Charges of corruption. But improbably, Netanyahu had a good year
3 weeks ago

Analysis: Accusations of genocide. Charges of corruption. But improbably, Netanyahu had a good year

CNN  

CNN — This time last year, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in the doldrums. Faiz Abu Rmeleh/Middle East Images/AFP/Getty Images For Israelis he is, once again, “Mr Security.” “The moment Hezbollah got involved,” Scheindlin said, referring to the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group, “it became something beyond Netanyahu’s failure or the failure of his government. And so he gets the …

Israeli attorney general orders probe into allegation that Netanyahu’s wife harassed opponents
3 weeks ago

Israeli attorney general orders probe into allegation that Netanyahu’s wife harassed opponents

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, attends the fifth day of testimony in his trial on corruption charges at the district court in Tel Aviv on Monday. Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an investigation into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife on suspicion of harassing political opponents and witnesses in the Israeli leader’s corruption trial. The Israeli Justice …

Netanyahu Tells Trump Israel Must ‘Complete Its Victory’
1 month ago

Netanyahu Tells Trump Israel Must ‘Complete Its Victory’

New York Times  

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said he had told President-elect Donald J. Trump in a telephone conversation over the weekend that Israel needed to “complete its victory” over Iranian proxies and bring back hostages held in Gaza. Mr. Netanyahu, who described Mr. Trump as a friend, said in a statement on Sunday that their latest discussion had been “very …

‘The Bibi Files,’ with leaked Benjamin Netanyahu’s footage, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways
1 month ago

‘The Bibi Files,’ with leaked Benjamin Netanyahu’s footage, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways

The Hindu  

Veteran documentarian Alex Gibney, known for his decades-long career addressing complex issues, hadn’t planned to make a film about Israel—until a remarkable leak landed in his hands last year. “And almost every question that could be possibly incriminating, he says ‘I can’t recall.’" Reviews in Israeli media for “The Bibi Files” have been mostly positive, though they highlight the harsh …

‘The Bibi Files,’ with leaked Netanyahu footage, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways
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1 month ago

‘The Bibi Files,’ with leaked Netanyahu footage, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Veteran documentarian Alex Gibney, who in a decades-long career has tackled many a thorny issue, wasn’t planning a film about Israel — until one day last year, when a stunning leak fell into his hands. Sheldon Adelson expresses discomfort with the friendship — “I don’t think I’ll continue the relationship with them” — and dismay over the …

‘The Bibi Files,’ with ‘explosive’ leaked Netanyahu interviews, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways
1 month ago

‘The Bibi Files,’ with ‘explosive’ leaked Netanyahu interviews, can’t be seen in Israel. Israelis are finding ways

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at a hearing in the district court in Tel Aviv on Tuesday in his long-running trial for alleged corruption. Sheldon Adelson expresses discomfort with the friendship — “I don’t think I’ll continue the relationship with them” — and dismay over the cost of Netanyahu’s preferred Cuban cigars: $1,100 for a box of 10. And …

Benjamin Netanyahu finally takes stand at corruption trial: ‘I have waited 8 years for this’
1 month ago

Benjamin Netanyahu finally takes stand at corruption trial: ‘I have waited 8 years for this’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Benjamin Netanyahu has become Israel’s …

Israel’s Netanyahu testifies in his corruption trial for first time
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu testifies in his corruption trial for first time

Live Mint  

TEL AVIV—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the stand on Tuesday to testify in his long-running corruption trial even as he manages a multi-front war—underscoring the tensions around his leadership Netanyahu, who will be the first sitting Israeli prime minister to testify in his own trial, was indicted in 2019 for corruption, fraud and breach of trust, charges he denies. …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand Tuesday for the first time in his long-running trial on corruption charges. Allegations also mounted against the Netanyahus for using government money to purchase furniture for their private beach house and to cover the medical expenses of Sara Netanyahu’s late father. Flying high Netanyahu was suspected of …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …

Netanyahu testifies in court: ‘Have changed Middle East’s face, 7-front war requires my attention’
1 month ago

Netanyahu testifies in court: ‘Have changed Middle East’s face, 7-front war requires my attention’

Firstpost  

Israeli Prime Minister has dubbed the charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in three separate cases against him as ‘ridiculous’ and ’total lies’ After he could no longer delay the testimony in the corruption case against him, Israeli Prime Minister appeared in a district court in Tel Aviv on Tuesday. ‘Simply ridiculous’: Netanyahu on charges against him Netanyahu …

Netanyahu testifies in court, first sitting Israeli PM to face criminal trial: 5 things to know
1 month ago

Netanyahu testifies in court, first sitting Israeli PM to face criminal trial: 5 things to know

Firstpost  

Netanyahu, who has repeatedly sought to delay his appearance in court, is the first sitting prime minister of Israel to face a criminal trial Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in court in Tel Aviv on Tuesday to testify for the first time in his corruption case. Netanyahu, who has repeatedly sought to delay his appearance in court, is the …

Netanyahu Takes the Witness Stand in Historic Corruption Trial
1 month ago

Netanyahu Takes the Witness Stand in Historic Corruption Trial

Live Mint  

-- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take the witness stand for the first time in a corruption trial in which he’s accused of bribery, fraud and breach of trust, a case that’s played havoc with the nation’s political life for nearly a decade. Netanyahu and his team tried repeatedly to delay the sessions and triggered a petition …

Netanyahu’s trial for alleged corruption centers on these three cases
1 month ago

Netanyahu’s trial for alleged corruption centers on these three cases

Associated Press  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to testify in court on Tuesday, facing charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust in three separate cases. Here’s a look at the three main cases concerning the prime minister: Telecom Trade-off The most damaging case against Netanyahu involves an influence-peddling scandal in which two former aides have testified against him on …

Israel’s Netanyahu vows to challenge ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he takes the stand in his trial
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu vows to challenge ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he takes the stand in his trial

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised defiantly on Tuesday to knock down corruption allegations against him as he began testifying in his long-running trial, becoming the first sitting Israeli leader to take the stand as a criminal defendant. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print But the charges have torn …

What is the corruption case in which Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu will testify for the first time?
1 month ago

What is the corruption case in which Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu will testify for the first time?

Firstpost  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial. He denies the charges and has pleaded not guilty Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial. Netanyahu’s legal troubles …

Netanyahu to testify today for the first time in corruption trial
1 month ago

Netanyahu to testify today for the first time in corruption trial

Firstpost  

Charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust, Netanyahu will testify three times a week, the court said, despite the Gaza war and possible new threats posed by wider turmoil in the Middle East, including in neighbouring Syria Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to take the stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption …

Israel’s Netanyahu challenges ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he testifies at his trial
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu challenges ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he testifies at his trial

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at court in Tel Aviv to testify in his corruption trial on Tuesday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday rejected corruption allegations against him as he began testifying in his long-running trial, becoming the first sitting Israeli leader to take the stand as a criminal defendant. But the charges have torn open divisions in …

Israel’s Netanyahu decries ‘absurd’ charges at corruption trial appearance
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu decries ‘absurd’ charges at corruption trial appearance

Al Jazeera  

Netanyahu took the stand for about four hours and will resume testifying on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken the stand for the first time in his long-running corruption trial, rejecting what he described as “absurd” allegations against him. Israel’s longest-serving prime minister faces charges of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust in three separate cases. And …

Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial for first time
Top News
1 month ago

Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial for first time

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand for the first time on Tuesday in his long-running corruption trial to give testimony that will likely force him to juggle for weeks between the courtroom and war room. DIVISIONS AMONG THE ISRAELI PUBLIC Before the war, Netanyahu's legal troubles bitterly divided Israelis and shook Israeli politics through five rounds of …

Netanyahu to appear in court for trial in corruption case against him
1 month ago

Netanyahu to appear in court for trial in corruption case against him

India Today  

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to take the stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial under a court order that is likely to force him to juggle between the courtroom and war room for weeks. The shock Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and the ensuing Gaza war swept Netanyahu's …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been embroiled in scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been embroiled in scandal for years

LA Times  

Demonstrators, including one in a mask, protest against Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu outside court in Tel Aviv on Tuesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand this week for the first time in his long-running trial on corruption charges. Allegations also mounted against the Netanyahus for using government money to purchase furniture for their private beach house and …

Netanyahu assails media as he testifies for first time in his corruption trial
1 month ago

Netanyahu assails media as he testifies for first time in his corruption trial

CNN  

Reuters — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand for the first time on Tuesday in his long-running corruption trial, saying he was being hounded for his hawkish security policies. Last week judges ruled that Netanyahu, indicted in 2019, must testify three times a week, forcing the longtime Israeli leader to juggle between the courtroom and the war …

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fronts corruption trial
1 month ago

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fronts corruption trial

ABC  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived at a Tel Aviv courthouse to take the stand for the first time in a long-running corruption trial. The Israeli prime minister has denied any wrongdoing and has pleaded not guilty to the charges of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust in three separate cases. Mr Netanyahu is Israel's longest-serving leader and …

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to take witness stand for first time in his corruption trial
1 month, 1 week ago

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to take witness stand for first time in his corruption trial

Hindustan Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand Tuesday for the first time in his trial on corruption allegations, a pivotal point in the drawn-out proceedings that comes as the leader wages war in Gaza and faces an international arrest warrant for war crimes charges. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also faces an international arrest …

Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, what you need to know
1 month, 1 week ago

Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, what you need to know

Al Jazeera  

The Israeli prime minister is facing corruption charges that could see him sentenced to up to 10 years in prison. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing multiple corruption charges in Israeli courts, is due to testify on Tuesday for the first time in his trial. Here’s a breakdown of what he is accused of doing: Case 1000 Also known …

Israel’s Netanyahu ordered to take stand in his corruption trial after repeated delays
1 month, 1 week ago

Israel’s Netanyahu ordered to take stand in his corruption trial after repeated delays

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — An Israeli court on Tuesday ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to take the stand next week in his long-running corruption trial, ending a series of delays. Netanyahu’s lawyers had filed multiple requests to put off the testimony, arguing first that the war in Gaza prevented him from properly preparing for his testimony, and later that his security could …

Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony deferred by 8 days
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony deferred by 8 days

Firstpost  

Authorities have accused Netanyahu of receiving items such as cigars, champagne, bracelets, handbags, and luxury clothing. He was also accused of interfering in investigations and judicial proceedings for personal gain Just a week before he was supposed to testify in the corruption case against him, a court on Tuesday granted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eight more days to prepare …

The arrest warrant is a diplomatic disaster for Netanyahu
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The arrest warrant is a diplomatic disaster for Netanyahu

Live Mint  

FOR MONTHS the decision seemed both inevitable and improbable. Israel’s attorney-general told Mr Netanyahu this year that forming a state commission of inquiry might stall the ICC’s probe. Many Israelis argued that it was the result of antisemitism: Mr Netanyahu himself called it a “modern Dreyfus trial", referring to the wrongful prosecution of a Jewish officer in the French army …

Netanyahu denounces ICC ruling, Israeli politicians offer him support
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netanyahu denounces ICC ruling, Israeli politicians offer him support

Hindustan Times  

JERUSALEM - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced on Thursday the International Criminal Court's decision to issue arrest warrants for him and his former defence minister Yoav Gallant, calling the ruling "anti-Semitic". Netanyahu denounces ICC ruling, Israeli politicians offer him support "Israel rejects with disgust the absurd and false actions leveled against it by ICC," his office said in a …

Netanyahu to testify in corruption trial next month: What's the case about?
2 months ago

Netanyahu to testify in corruption trial next month: What's the case about?

Firstpost  

Authorities accused Benjamin Netanyahu of receiving cigars, Champagne, bracelets, bags and luxury clothes. He also allegedly meddled in investigative and judicial proceedings for favours Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will face the court on December 2 to testify for his corruption trial. The corruption trial merges three distinct cases that Netanyahu is accused of, referred to as Cases 1000, 2000, …

Netanyahu’s aggressive strategy brings political success and raft of scandal
2 months ago

Netanyahu’s aggressive strategy brings political success and raft of scandal

CNN  

Jerusalem CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on a winning streak. “As I lead this war and deflect international attacks from various arenas, we are now confronting an additional front – the fake news from the media.” The Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reported that on the eve of Hamas’ October 7 attack, the Prime Minister’s Office was aware …

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu
2 months, 1 week ago

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu

China Daily  

A large crowd gathers on Ayalon Highway, blocking traffic, as people take to the streets to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Tuesday. YAIR PALTI/GETTY IMAGES Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of his defense minister Yoav Gallant underscores long-standing concerns about the viability of the ground offensive in Gaza …

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu

China Daily  

By JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-07 06:44 A large crowd gathers on Ayalon Highway, blocking traffic, as people take to the streets to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Tuesday. YAIR PALTI/GETTY IMAGES Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of his defense minister Yoav …

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Defense minister sacked over rift with Netanyahu

China Daily  

A large crowd gathers on Ayalon Highway, blocking traffic, as people take to the streets to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Tuesday. YAIR PALTI/GETTY IMAGES Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of his defense minister Yoav Gallant underscores long-standing concerns about the viability of the ground offensive in Gaza …

Netanyahu replaces fired Israeli Defense Minister with 'another genocidal lunatic'
2 months, 1 week ago

Netanyahu replaces fired Israeli Defense Minister with 'another genocidal lunatic'

Raw Story  

Palestine defenders on Tuesday accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of swapping one "genocidal lunatic" for another after the right-wing leader fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and replaced him with Israel Katz, who was serving as foreign minister. " Katz has also come under fire for declaring United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres "persona non grata in Israel" for criticizing the …

Israel's Netanyahu fires defense minister amid conflict
2 months, 1 week ago

Israel's Netanyahu fires defense minister amid conflict

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-06 03:37 File photo taken on Oct 31, 2024 shows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant attending a ceremony for the 70th cohort of military combat officers at an army base near Mitzpe Ramon, Israel. JERUSALEM -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday that he has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav …

Israel's Netanyahu fires defense minister amid conflict
2 months, 1 week ago

Israel's Netanyahu fires defense minister amid conflict

China Daily  

File photo taken on Oct 31, 2024 shows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant attending a ceremony for the 70th cohort of military combat officers at an army base near Mitzpe Ramon, Israel. JERUSALEM -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday that he has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing their differences over …

Netanyahu fires Israel's Defence Minister
2 months, 1 week ago

Netanyahu fires Israel's Defence Minister

ABC  

Sabra Lane: In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sacked his popular Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant. Matthew Doran: He's referencing the US support for Israel's military, including for its war in Gaza. Matthew Doran: 33-year-old Duaa believes the current vice president shows more support for Palestinians and is more likely to end the war. Matthew Doran: In the Jewish quarter, …

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacks Defence Minister Yoav Gallant
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacks Defence Minister Yoav Gallant

Daily Mail  

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sacked his Defence Minister over a breakdown in trust during the Gaza war against Hamas, his office said today. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, Oct 31 Netanyahu posted on social media after issuing the pithy statement, writing on Twitter/X: 'We must all stand strong against refusal.' Members of …

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu sacks Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant over 'crisis of trust'
2 months, 1 week ago

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu sacks Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant over 'crisis of trust'

ABC  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sacked his defence minister Yoav Gallant, describing a 'crisis of trust' between the pair over Israel's handling of wars on multiple fronts. Meanwhile, sacked Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant on Tuesday called on the government to bring home the hostages in Gaza while they were "still alive" and insisted that all Israelis of draft …

Israel’s Netanyahu strengthens his hold on office by adding a rival to his Cabinet
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel’s Netanyahu strengthens his hold on office by adding a rival to his Cabinet

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed a former rival, Gideon Saar, as a member of his Cabinet on Sunday, expanding his coalition and strengthening his hold on office. He was once a rising star in Netanyahu’s Likud party, but angrily left it four years ago after accusing the prime minister of turning it into a “cult of personality” …

Israel's Netanyahu, at UN, says he came to refute lies he heard there this week from other leaders
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel's Netanyahu, at UN, says he came to refute lies he heard there this week from other leaders

The Independent  

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Analysis: Tumultuous weekend for Israelis leaves Netanyahu with fewer options than ever
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysis: Tumultuous weekend for Israelis leaves Netanyahu with fewer options than ever

CNN  

CNN — They were sons, daughters, brothers and sisters to a nation. These well-tested democratic tools of change have toppled governments before, but it’s best to remember that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is a political survivor extraordinaire. Galvanized by growing frustration waiting for Netanyahu to cut a deal with Hamas to bring home from Gaza the 101 remaining hostages, including …

Israeli officials say Netanyahu has dissolved the war Cabinet after key partner bolted government
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Israeli officials say Netanyahu has dissolved the war Cabinet after key partner bolted government

The Hindu  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dissolved the influential War Cabinet tasked with steering the war in Gaza, Israeli officials said on June 17, a move that comes days after a key member of the body bolted the government over frustrations surrounding the Israeli leader's handling of the war. Mr. Gantz's absence from the government makes Mr. Netanyahu more dependent on …

Proposed Gaza cease-fire puts Netanyahu at a crossroads that could shape his legacy
7 months, 1 week ago

Proposed Gaza cease-fire puts Netanyahu at a crossroads that could shape his legacy

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — The cease-fire proposal announced by President Joe Biden has placed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a crossroads, with either path likely to shape the legacy of Israel’s longest-serving and deeply divisive leader. “Netanyahu’s endgame is to survive.” Netanyahu’s current government, formed in late 2022 after five consecutive elections, is the most nationalist and religious in Israel’s …

Israeli officials raise alarm over looming ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu & Co.
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Israeli officials raise alarm over looming ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu & Co.

Firstpost  

Two of the five Israeli officials stated they think Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might be named in a warrant Five Israeli and foreign officials said that Tel Aviv is concerned about reports that the International Criminal Court is preparing to issue arrest warrants against its top leadership. During a conversation with The New York Times, the officials mentioned that …

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