Benjamin Netanyahu: News
12 May 2023
IsraelIsrael-Palestine conflict: Top Gaza commanders killed in latest Israeli strikes
The commander of Palestinian Islamic Jihad's Gaza rocket squads, Ali Ghali, was reportedly killed in an Israeli air strike on Thursday morning as the conflict between Palestine and Israel continues.
07 Apr 2023
IsraelIsrael launches air strikes on Lebanon, Gaza after rocket attack
Israel has launched airstrikes in Gaza and struck targets that belonged to the Palestinian militant group Hamas in southern Lebanon on Friday morning, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said.
27 Mar 2023
IsraelProtests break out in Israel as Netanyahu sacks defense minister
Tens of thousands of protesters have hit the streets across Israel as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu removed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over his statement against the controversial plan to reduce the power of the country's judiciary.
13 Mar 2023
Joe BidenBiden promises to fix 'mess' as second US bank collapses
After the recent collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank (SB), United States (US) President Joe Biden has promised to hold everyone responsible for the failure of the banks "fully accountable."
04 Nov 2022
IsraelIsrael: Far-right alliance propels Benjamin Netanyahu back to power
Israel's longest-serving President, Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return to power after a resounding win in the elections on Thursday.
02 Nov 2022
IsraelIsrael elections: Exit polls predict return of Netanyahu as PM
Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return as the Jewish state's new Prime Minister, BBC reported.
14 Jun 2021
IsraelNaftali Bennett sworn-in, Netanyahu's 12-year rule as Israel PM ends
Naftali Bennett was on Sunday sworn in as Israel's new Prime Minister, ending Benjamin Netanyahu's 12-year hold on power and the political uncertainty that gripped the Jewish nation for months after inconclusive elections.
03 Jun 2021
IsraelNetanyahu's opponents reach coalition deal to oust Israeli PM
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's opponents on Wednesday announced they have reached a deal to form a new governing coalition.
23 Dec 2020
TwitterIsrael on cusp of fourth national election in two years
Israel headed to its fourth election in two years on Tuesday after an effort to keep the government afloat and push off the automatic dissolution of parliament failed.
14 Aug 2020
Donald TrumpWith Trump's help, Israel, UAE strike deal to normalize relations
In a surprise announcement on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said that Israel and UAE have struck a historic peace deal to normalize diplomatic relations.
01 Apr 2020
IsraelIsrael's defense lab starts testing COVID-19 vaccine
After US and China, Israel is also inching closer to creating a vaccine for the novel coronavirus disease COVID-19.
29 Jul 2019
Narendra ModiModi features in Israeli PM Netanyahu's election campaign. Bromance much?
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to tell his countrymen he is in "another league" and his political opponents don't stand a chance of winning the upcoming elections.
30 Apr 2019
ISISISIS chief Baghdadi appears in video after 5 years
For the first time in five years, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the ISIS chief who had gone underground and was presumed dead, surfaced in a new video.
18 Apr 2019
Donald TrumpIsraeli President formally appoints Benjamin Netanyahu as the prime minister
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin formally handed Benjamin Netanyahu his letter of appointment yesterday to start building a coalition government following last week's general election.
26 Mar 2019
TurkeyTurkey slams Trump's Golan move as 'election gift' to Israeli-PM
Turkey yesterday denounced US President Donald Trump's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the disputed Golan Heights as an "election gift" to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
13 Jan 2019
IranIsraeli PM Netanyahu confirms air-strike on Iranian warehouses in Syria
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today said Israel had, at the weekend, carried out an air strike on Iranian weapon warehouses in Syria, a rare public confirmation of such attacks.
27 Dec 2018
IsraelIsraeli Knesset votes to dissolve current parliament, schedules new elections
The Israeli Knesset has voted to dissolve the current parliament and scheduled new elections for April 9.
11 Nov 2018
IndiaPM Modi pays tributes to Indian-soldiers who fought in WW1
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to Indian soldiers who fought in World War I and said the country reiterates its commitment towards world peace so that the trail of death and destruction caused by wars doesn't occur.
08 Nov 2018
IsraelChange in Saudi's policy may forbid Israeli-Muslims from Mecca pilgrimage
A new rule of Saudi Arabia may stop over one million Israeli Muslims from offering prayers at Mecca, Haaretz reported.
28 Oct 2018
IsraelIsrael with US over 'horrendous antisemitic' synagogue attack: PM Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday expressed grief and solidarity with the United States, after a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue, killing and injuring several people.
15 Oct 2018
IsraelNetanyahu threatens Hamas after violence along border with Gaza Strip
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday threatened to inflict "very strong blows" on Hamas, a Palestinian Sunni-Islamist fundamentalist organization, after fresh violence along the border with the Gaza Strip controlled by the Islamist group.
27 Jun 2018
IndiaGujarat CM Vijay Rupani in Israel on six-day visit
Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has arrived in Jerusalem on a six-day visit to Israel to strengthen cooperation in the fields of internal security, water management, and agriculture.
15 May 2018
IsraelFresh protests expected as Palestinians get ready to commemorate 'Nakba'
Following the death of 55 Palestinians at the hands of Israeli forces on Monday, tensions remain high in Gaza as Palestinians get ready to commemorate the 70th anniversary of 'Nakba,' or Catastrophe, that saw hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced when Israel was created in 1948.
01 May 2018
IranHave new 'proof' of Iran's secret nuclear weapons program: Netanyahu
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said in a televised address today he had new "proof" of an Iranian nuclear weapons plan that could be activated at any time, as US considers whether to pull out of atomic accord with Tehran.
07 Mar 2018
IsraelNetanyahu: Saudi okays Air India overflight rights for its Israel-routes
In what could be thawing of Israel and Saudi Arabia relations, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Saudi Arabia has granted Air India (AI) permission to fly over its territory on its new routes to and from Tel Aviv.
02 Mar 2018
IsraelIsrael police question PM Netanyahu in corruption case
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who is already under investigation for two cases of corruption, was questioned by the police for the first time in another corruption case involving communications giant Bezeq.
02 Mar 2018
IsraelPolice question Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu over telecom case: Media
According to Israeli media, police are questioning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of an investigation into a corruption case involving the country's telecom giant.
19 Feb 2018
IranIran, greatest threat to world: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu warned Iran to "not test Israel's resolve," launching a scathing attack on it at Munich Security Conference.
14 Feb 2018
IsraelIsrael PM Benjamin Netanyahu faces corruption charges
Israeli police has claimed that there is enough evidence to indict scandal-ridden PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Reportedly, he faces allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust in two separate cases.
29 Jan 2018
Indian Army#DefenseDiaries: Indian Army short of 68,000 anti-tank missiles, 850 launchers
Indian Army is reportedly facing "critical operational deficiency"; it is short of 68,000 anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) and 850 launchers of different varieties.
20 Jan 2018
IndiaModi on "hugplomacy": I'm a common man, don't know protocols
Apart from PM Modi's speeches, his "jhappis" with world leaders have been titillating the Congress.
19 Jan 2018
IsraelNetanyahu recreates viral Oscar selfie with Bollywood biggies in India
What is one of the prime proofs of the "great friendship" between India and Israel? An iconic selfie.
18 Jan 2018
IndiaIsraeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and his eventful Mumbai visit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Mumbai today.
17 Jan 2018
IndiaNetanyahu in India: Busy day for Israeli PM in Ahmedabad
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has landed in Ahmedabad on his fourth day in India. The day started with a roadshow from the airport to Sabarmati Ashram along with PM Narendra Modi.
16 Jan 2018
IndiaIndia invites Israeli companies to take advantage of FDI regime
At an India-Israel business summit, PM Narendra Modi invited Israeli companies to "take advantage of the liberal FDI" in India, especially in defense.
15 Jan 2018
IndiaNetanyahu in India: Several MoUs expected to be inked
Israel's relationship with India is a "marriage made in heaven"; that India voted against recognition of Jerusalem as its capital doesn't change anything, PM Benjamin Netanyahu said.
14 Jan 2018
IndiaIsraeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu received by PM Modi in Delhi
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has finally landed in India for a six-day visit along with his wife Sara. They have been welcomed by PM Narendra Modi at the Delhi airport.
12 Jan 2018
IndiaGallup International Survey: Modi ranked 3rd; ahead of Trump, Putin
PM Modi adds another feather to his cap. Gallup International's annual survey "Opinion of Global Leaders" has put him at number three among world leaders.
05 Jan 2018
IsraelIsrael: Death penalty law secures preliminary approval from parliament
Israel is known for its ruthless policies against terrorism.
04 Jan 2018
India#DefenseDiaries: India cancels $500 million deal for Israel's anti-tank missiles
India has cancelled the $500mn deal to buy 1600 Spike anti-tank guided missiles from Israel's state-owned defense contractor, Rafael Advanced Defence Systems.
01 Jan 2018
Donald TrumpModi, Rahul, Trump and others wish people on New Year
Indian leaders took to Twitter on the New Year to wish the people on the occasion.
14 Dec 2017
Donald TrumpMuslim nations seek recognition of East Jerusalem as Palestine's capital
The Organization of Islamic Co-operation (OIC), which comprises of 57 Muslim countries, has urged the world to recognize "the State of Palestine and East Jerusalem as its occupied capital."
11 Dec 2017
Donald TrumpArab ministers demand America rescind Jerusalem decision
The Foreign ministers of several Arab countries have demanded that America rescind President Donald Trump's move to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
11 Dec 2017
Donald TrumpNetanyahu: Palestine must accept reality that Jerusalem is Israel's capital
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said that to facilitate peace, Palestinians must "get to grips with" the fact that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.
07 Dec 2017
Donald TrumpTrump delivers on Israel promise, recognizes Jerusalem as capital
US President Donald Trump has recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel in a bold and unprecedented step that reversed decades of official US policy.
13 Oct 2017
IsraelUS and Israel withdraw from UNESCO citing "anti-Israel" bias
Israel has joined the US in withdrawing from UN cultural organization UNESCO. Washington cited UNESCO's "anti-Israel bias" for its decision.
19 Sep 2017
Donald TrumpTrump blames bureaucracy and mismanagement for UN's woes
US President Donald Trump said in his first speech at the UN that bureaucracy and mismanagement are preventing the world body from living up to its potential.
07 Jul 2017
Narendra ModiPM Modi concludes historic Israel visit, departs for Hamburg
PM Modi bid farewell to Israel after wrapping up an eventful three-day visit. Modi was seen off by Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who once again broke protocol in doing so.
06 Jul 2017
IndiaIsrael visit: Indian diaspora taken with PM Modi's charm
PM Modi scheduled his trademark interaction with the Indian diaspora during his Israel trip, at the end of an eventful second day.
05 Jul 2017
IndiaPM Modi kicks off historic Israel visit
PM Modi commenced his Israel visit, with a stirring welcome accorded to him by those including Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu who broke protocol to receive Modi at the Tel Aviv Airport.
04 Jul 2017
IndiaTies with Israel are 'special': Modi ahead of Israel visit
Speaking to Israeli pro-government daily 'Israel Hayom' ahead of his visit, PM Modi termed ties with Israel 'special' and noted that his current visit would further cement bilateral co-operation across key areas including terrorism.
30 Jun 2017
Narendra ModiIsrael to offer a red carpet welcome for PM Modi
Israel is set to roll out the red carpet for PM Modi, the first Indian PM to visit the country.
15 May 2017
Donald TrumpTrump's Middle East visit: Palestine hopes for freeze on settlements
As the world eagerly anticipates President Trump's upcoming visit to the Middle East, Palestinian officials hope that US-led peace talks would make Israel stop settlement construction.
05 May 2017
Donald TrumpTrump meets Palestinian President, vows to broker peace with Israel
US President Donald Trump said during a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the White House that he would work harder to broker peace between Israel and Palestine.
10 Apr 2017
Saudi ArabiaHaley: Regime change in Syria is inevitable, a priority
Nikki Haley, the US ambassador to the UN said Syrian president Bashar al-Assad's removal from power is a priority and inevitable.
09 Apr 2017
Saudi ArabiaJapanese PM praises Trump for air-strike call on Syria
Commenting on US's air strikes against Syria after the chemical attack, Japanese PM Shinzo Abe hailed Trump for his "strong commitment" to international and allied security.
08 Apr 2017
Saudi ArabiaUS "disappointed but not surprised" at Russia's response to strikes
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said America is "disappointed but not surprised" at Russia's response to its missile strike in Syria.