Posts Tagged ‘netanyahu’
Netanyahu to Visit Hungary as PM Orbán Rejects ICC Arrest Warrant
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is expected to visit Hungary in the coming weeks, following an invitation from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The visit comes amid an ongoing controversy surrounding the International Criminal Court (ICC), which issued an arrest warrant against Netanyahu in May 2024. Hungary, a member of the ICC, has made it…
Read MoreJapanese Ambassador Visits Netanyahu During Court Proceedings
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified for the 16th time in his ongoing trial at the Tel Aviv District Court, focusing on Case 4000, where he faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. During his testimony, Netanyahu criticized Israeli media outlets, referring to them as a “thought police” attempting to influence public…
Read MoreIsraeli Universities Threaten Strike if Attorney General is Dismissed
The presidents of Israel’s eight research universities have issued a warning, stating they will initiate a strike should the government proceed with the dismissal of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara. In a public letter, these academic leaders expressed profound concern over what they describe as an “unprecedented danger to the rule of law” in the country. The…
Read MoreIsrael Proposes Ceasefire Extension Amid Stalled Negotiations with Hamas
As the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire concludes, Israel has endorsed a proposal to extend the truce through the months of Ramadan (which began March 1st) and Pesach, aiming to secure the release of remaining hostages and establish a permanent cessation of hostilities. However, Hamas has rejected this extension, insisting on immediate discussions for…
Read MoreNetanyahu Denies Reports Saying He Rejected Sinwar Assassination Proposal Before Oct. 7th
In the days leading up to the tragic events of October 7, 2023, an internal debate unfolded within Israel’s security establishment. According to a report by Channel 12 news, Ronen Bar, the head of the Shin Bet security service, recommended on October 1, 2023, that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorize the targeted assassination of Yahya…
Read MoreIsrael: No More Releasing of Prisoners Until Humiliating Handover Ceremonies End
Israel has postponed the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners following the “humiliating ceremonies” orchestrated by Hamas during the handover of Israeli hostages. The exchange was part of a ceasefire agreement under which Hamas released six Israeli hostages, while Israel was set to free 620 Palestinian inmates. However, Israeli officials objected to how Hamas presented…
Read MoreShin Bet Investigates Alleged Connections Between Prime Minister’s Advisers and Qatar
The Israeli Security Agency, known as the Shin Bet, has initiated an investigation into reports suggesting that advisers to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have maintained undisclosed ties with Qatar, a nation recognized for its financial support of Hamas. This development follows inquiries from Member of Knesset Gilad Kariv. In response, the Shin Bet confirmed it…
Read MoreNetanyahu Says He Will “Finish the Job” Against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Yerushalayim to discuss pressing regional issues, notably the ongoing situation in Gaza and the broader Middle East. Secretary Rubio unequivocally endorsed Israel’s goal to dismantle Hamas’s military and governing capabilities in the Gaza Strip. He emphasized that as long as Hamas…
Read MoreNetanyahu: Gazans May Return If They Reject Terrorism
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has clarified that under U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed plan, Palestinians relocated from Gaza would be allowed to return—if they renounce terrorism. In an interview with Fox News’ Mark Levin, Netanyahu said:“They can relocate temporarily while we rebuild Gaza physically and remove radicalization. If they want to return, they must…
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