Benjamin Netanyahu
The latest on Benjamin Netanyahu. He is the longest serving prime minister of Israel, having served from 1996 to 1999 and then again ever from 2009 to 2021. A member of the Likud political party, Netanyahu is the first Israeli prime minister to be born in Israel. Netanyahu made his close relationship with former President Donald Trump central to his many reelection efforts in recent years. In November 2019, Netanyahu was indicted on charges of fraud and bribery as a result of a corruption investigation.
Netanyahu postpones Gaza ceasefire deal over Hamas 'last minute crisis'
Netanyahu's office said Thursday his Cabinet won't meet to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal until Hamas backs down from what it called a "last minute crisis."
Even With a Ceasefire, Gaza Has No Future | Opinion
Benjamin Netanyahu's government in Israel and what remains of Hamas in Gaza have reached a ceasefire deal that will take effect on Sunday.
Israel Hamas Gaza ceasefire deal: when will hostages be released?
This 42-day ceasefire aims to halt the 15-month conflict and facilitate the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Trump takes credit for Gaza ceasefire brokered by Biden admin
The President-elect says his "historic victory in November" is bringing about peace in the Middle East.
Mossad planted explosives in Iran nuclear centrifuge admits official
This is the first time an Iranian official has explicitly confirmed the extent of Mossad's infiltration into Iran's nuclear program.
Palestinian PM Mustafa insists any plan to separate Gaza will be rejected
Palestinian PM Mohammad Mustafa has stated that it is unacceptable for any entity other than the Palestinian Authority to govern the Gaza Strip in the future.
The man behind Israel's charm offensive
"I acknowledge the fact that we are not dealing successfully enough with our advocacy," Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar told Newsweek in Jerusalem.
Officials report breakthrough in Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks
Progress has reportedly been made toward a potential ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.
Could a Trump deal change the Middle East in 2025?
"There is no doubt that Donald Trump wants 'the big deal,'" a former government official told Newsweek.
Poland's Duda seeks arrest protection for Netanyahu Auschwitz visit
Polish President Andrzej Duda seeks Benjamin Netanyahu's protection from arrest at the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.
Palestinian death toll in Israel-Hamas war passes 46,000: Officials
Approximately 90 percent of Gaza's 2.3 million residents have been displaced, Gaza's Health Ministry reports.
Hamas calls on Trump to pressure Netanyahu into accepting ceasefire
A Hamas leader told Newsweek that "we can go to an agreement immediately" if Israel changed its course on negotiations.
West Bank bus ambush leaves 3 Israelis dead
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to find and punish the attackers who killed three people in the West Bank on Monday.
NATO state leader targeted by man 'wielding knife': reports
The Prime Minister of Belgium was targeted by a man reportedly carrying a knife this morning amid a rise in assassination attempts.
Gaza death toll climbs as ceasefire talks to resume
At least 30 people, including children, were killed in Gaza by Israeli strikes overnight and into Friday morning, hospital staff said.
Benjamin Netanyahu discharged from hospital after surgery
Doctors at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital said Netanyahu was recuperating satisfactorily, although his recovery period is not over.
Benjamin Netanyahu prostate surgery: Hospital updates
The 75-year-old underwent surgery to have his prostate removed on Sunday.
Israeli attorney general orders probe into Netanyahu's wife
Sara Netanyahu is accused of harassing political opponents and a witness in her husband's corruption trial.
Will Israel's wars in the Middle East end in 2025?
Donald Trump's return to the White House brings a new dimension to Middle East politics.
Netanyahu might not attend Auschwitz event over arrest fears: Report
The Israeli prime minister is reportedly planning to forgo attending the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz amid concern over his potential arrest.
Israel orders Gaza evacuation amid ceasefire talks with Hamas
The order included four residential block areas in a refugee camp where Israel claims Palestinian militants fired rockets from.
Netanyahu tours Syrian buffer zone after Assad's fall
The buffer zone was taken by Israel following the fall of ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Gaza war ceasefire talks progress, Hamas "positive and optimistic"
Ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel are expected to commence in the coming days in Cairo.
Netanyahu's court testimony canceled in corruption trial
Netanyahu's court testimony was canceled in his trial on corruption charges due to "extraordinary circumstances," judges said.
Israel forces remain in Syria buffer zone, citing border security
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israeli forces will remain in the Syrian buffer zone until border security is guaranteed.
Why is Israel bombing Syria?
Israel has launched a bombing campaign in Syria, targeting air bases, weaponry and suspected chemical weapons facilities, purportedly to disarm extremists.
Netanyahu brands corruption charges 'absurd' as he takes the stand
Allegations of fraud and bribery have trickled through the Israeli judiciary since 2020.
Syria map shows buffer zone amid Israel's advances
Security sources have stated that Israeli forces in Syria have reached the southern city of Qatana, around 16 miles from Damascus.
What happened in Syria, and who has taken control of the country?
With Assad's 24-year rule brought to an end, the world will watch closely as Syria's new leadership attempts to govern the fractured country.
Benjamin Netanyahu faces courtroom in corruption trial
The Israeli Prime Minister is on trial over accusations of fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in three separate cases.
