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Benjamin Netanyahu

Prime Minister of Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu was born on October 21, 1949, in Tel Aviv, Israel. He studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning a bachelor's degree in architecture and a master's degree in management, and also studied political science at Harvard University. He served in the elite Sayeret Matkal unit of the Israel Defense Forces, worked in the private sector, and was Israel's ambassador to the UN. He held ministerial positions, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Finance, and led the Likud party, serving multiple terms as Prime Minister of Israel, starting in 1996, with his latest term beginning in December 2022.
1984
Served as Israel's ambassador to the UN, successfully advocating for the country's interests on the international stage and securing the declassification of UN archives related to Nazi war crimes
1993
Elected chairman of the Likud party, becoming its leader and leader of the opposition
1996
Became the youngest prime minister in Israel's history after winning the elections
1998
Brokered the Wye River Memorandum with Yasser Arafat under US mediation, according to which Palestinians received 13% of the territories of Judea and Samaria (West Bank)
2003
Implemented economic reforms as Minister of Finance
2018
Under his leadership, Mossad seized Iran's nuclear archive
2020
Oversaw the signing of the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco
2025
Achieved the return of hostages, both living and deceased, after Israel was attacked on October 7, 2023
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Israel has been preparing strikes on Iran for eight months – Axios

Israel has launched an operation to eliminate Iran's nuclear potential, which may last several weeks. The IDF has been preparing it for 8 months. The operation is aimed at Iran's nuclear potential.

News of the World • June 13, 12:04 PM • 3270 views
Merz reported that he was informed about the strike on Iran and acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself

The Prime Minister of Israel informed the German Chancellor about the strike on Iran. Merz reaffirmed Israel's right to self-defense and called on Iran to stop developing nuclear weapons.

News of the World • June 13, 10:18 AM • 3309 views
Iran confirms death of 6 nuclear scientists, claims Israeli strikes justify uranium enrichment and missile programs

Iran accuses Israel of attacks that killed nuclear scientists and hit a nuclear facility. Iran declares the need to continue the nuclear program.

News of the World • June 13, 07:55 AM • 3223 views
IAEA after Israeli strikes: Iran's Bushehr NPP and two other facilities were not affected, radiation levels at the Natanz facility are normal

Following Israeli strikes, the IAEA reported that the Bushehr nuclear power plant was not affected, and radiation levels did not increase at the facility in Natanz. The nuclear facility in Isfahan and the plant in Fordow were also unaffected.

News of the World • June 13, 07:22 AM • 4081 views
The LGBT parade in Tel Aviv has been canceled due to a security threat from Iran

The Tel Aviv authorities canceled the LGBT parade due to Israeli strikes on Iran. Tehran is expected to strike back after the liquidation of General Baghri and nuclear scientists.

News of the World • June 13, 06:53 AM • 4739 views
Oil prices jumped sharply amid fears of a wider war following Israel's attack on Iran

Brent crude rose to $78 a barrel, the biggest jump since 2022. Israel has struck Iran's nuclear program, raising fears of oil supply disruptions.

Economy • June 13, 06:52 AM • 4041 views
US is distancing itself from Israel's strikes on Iran: what Trump and Rubio said

The Trump administration is trying to distance the US from Israeli strikes on Iran. These actions could complicate the nuclear deal with Tehran that Trump is seeking to reach.

News of the World • June 13, 06:23 AM • 3820 views
Netanyahu: Israel's operation against Iran will last as long as necessary

The Prime Minister of Israel stated that the country struck nuclear targets in Iran, including the enrichment facility in Natanz, and promised that the operation would continue until the threat is eliminated.

News of the World • June 13, 01:41 AM • 5484 views
The Knesset of Israel did not support the bill on self-dissolution of the parliament

The Israeli parliament rejected the initiative on self-dissolution, the government coalition reached a compromise on the bill on military conscription for ultra-Orthodox Jews.

News of the World • June 12, 07:22 AM • 2990 views
The US is evacuating diplomats from the Middle East due to tensions between Iran and Israel

The US is evacuating diplomats and their families from the Middle East due to tensions between Iran and Israel. The State Department is preparing to order the evacuation of non-essential personnel from embassies.

News of the World • June 12, 06:49 AM • 3405 views
Israel, during a special operation, returned the bodies of two hostages held in Gaza

Israeli soldiers during an operation in Gaza returned the bodies of Judy Weinstein-Hagay and Gadi Hagay, kidnapped by Hamas militants on October 7. There are still 56 hostages in Gaza.

News of the World • June 5, 12:51 PM • 2358 views
Hamas says it will reject new US plan for ceasefire in Gaza - BBC

A senior Hamas official has said the group rejects the US proposal for a truce and the release of hostages. Israel has agreed to the plan, but Hamas is demanding an end to the war.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 09:52 AM • 3045 views
Israel has agreed to a new US proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza

Netanyahu has agreed to the US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages. Hamas has confirmed receipt of the proposal and is studying it.

News of the World • May 29, 05:42 PM • 3533 views
Trump said a new deal with Iran would allow the US to inspect and destroy nuclear facilities – media

Donald Trump announced the proximity of a new agreement with Iran, which provides for access of American inspectors to nuclear facilities. Iran is considering suspending uranium enrichment in exchange for unfreezing funds.

Politics • May 29, 01:56 PM • 4023 views
Hungry people stormed a UN warehouse in Gaza: there are dead - BBC

In Gaza, hungry people stormed a UN food warehouse due to a food crisis caused by the blockade. At least two people died, many were injured, and needs have "spiraled out of control."

News of the World • May 29, 07:16 AM • 33418 views
Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar eliminated in Gaza - Netanyahu

Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel eliminated Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar. He directed the October 7 attack and the kidnapping of soldier Shalit in 2006.

News of the World • May 28, 03:15 PM • 3536 views
Israel intends to take control of 75% of Gaza in two months - Bloomberg

Israel intends to take control of most of the Gaza Strip as part of Operation "Gideon's Chariot. " It is planned to relocate 2 million Palestinians to three areas of the coastal strip.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 09:48 AM • 65107 views
IDF expands offensive in Gaza: Israeli army infantry and armored brigades in offensive

The Israel Defense Forces have deployed all of their regular infantry and armored brigades in the Gaza Strip. Israel is preparing to step up its offensive against Hamas.

News of the World • May 25, 11:47 AM • 5067 views
Tehran threatens Tel Aviv and Washington with "special measures" in case of an attack on Iranian nuclear facilities

Iran threatens to take "special measures" to protect its nuclear facilities in the event of an Israeli attack. Tehran also warned that it would consider the United States as a "participant" in the attack.

News of the World • May 23, 07:48 AM • 3210 views
Trump and Netanyahu discussed the murder of employees of the Israeli embassy and negotiations with Iran

The US President and the Prime Minister of Israel had a telephone conversation in which they discussed the tragic shooting in Washington and the upcoming negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. Trump condemned anti-Semitism.

Politics • May 22, 06:42 PM • 4206 views
Israel preparing to strike Iran if nuclear weapons talks fail - Axios

Israel is preparing to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure if negotiations between the US and Tehran fail. The IDF is conducting exercises in preparation for a possible strike.

News of the World • May 22, 07:13 AM • 2669 views
Netanyahu stated that Israel is ready to end the war "under clear conditions"

The Prime Minister of Israel announced his readiness to end the war on conditions that guarantee the security of his country. Among the requirements: the release of hostages and the complete disarmament of Gaza.

News of the World • May 22, 06:32 AM • 2845 views
Britain suspends trade talks with Israel over events in the Gaza Strip

Great Britain is suspending trade negotiations with Israel and introducing sanctions. This is a reaction to Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip, which are deepening the humanitarian crisis.

News of the World • May 20, 05:57 PM • 3687 views
In Hungary, parliament approved a bill to withdraw from the ICC

The Hungarian Parliament has supported a bill on the country's withdrawal from the ICC. This happened after the Orbán government declared the court politicized, shortly after Netanyahu's visit.

Politics • May 20, 06:49 AM • 4000 views
Britain, Canada and France threaten Israel with sanctions over new offensive in Gaza: Netanyahu has already reacted

The leaders of the three countries opposed Israel's offensive in Gaza and restrictions on humanitarian aid. Netanyahu rejected the accusations and promised to continue the operation.

News of the World • May 20, 01:41 AM • 64241 views
European countries are calling on Israel to restore full humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip

European donor countries of humanitarian aid have called on Israel to immediately restore aid supplies to Gaza. They demand that humanitarian organizations be allowed to work independently.

News of the World • May 19, 07:21 PM • 3595 views
Netanyahu assured that Israel will control the entire Gaza Strip and will not allow Hamas to plunder food aid

Israel will control all of Gaza, despite pressure. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stressed that his country will act decisively. Military forces will prevent Hamas from looting aid for Gaza residents.

News of the World • May 19, 01:04 PM • 2363 views
US Vice President Pence canceled his visit to Israel due to a new Israeli operation in Gaza - Axios

JD Vance canceled the visit to avoid the impression of approving Israel's operation in Gaza. The US insists on a ceasefire and a hostage agreement, but Netanyahu is not showing flexibility.

News of the World • May 19, 10:47 AM • 4449 views
Israel has unblocked "humanitarian aid" for the Gaza Strip

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved the immediate resumption of humanitarian aid supplies to the Gaza Strip. This is being done on the recommendation of the Israel Defense Forces.

News of the World • May 18, 10:20 PM • 3397 views
Israel secretly held talks with Syria in Baku: details revealed

Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.

Politics • May 16, 11:49 AM • 3308 views