Page 2 - Latest Updates on Benjamin Netanyahu
Will strike Beirut if Hezbollah attacks persist: Netanyahu tells Trump
The precise parameters of the tentative truce publicised by Trump continue to be shrouded in ambiguity, driven by contrasting signals emerging from Washington, Jerusalem, Hezbollah, and Beirut
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'Crazy love for Israel': Netanyahu calls India huge power, praises support
The remarks came amid fragile geopolitical situation in West Asia, with Israel facing security challenges on multiple fronts and seeking to strengthen ties with partners beyond its traditional allies
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'IDF to take 70% of Gaza': Netanyahu directs military to expand control
Netanyahu's remarks come as earlier reports indicated that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) had already issued maps to aid agencies showing control over approximately 64 per cent of Gaza
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Netanyahu says Israel wants to phase out US military assistance: Report
The US currently provides Israel with $3.8 billion a year in military assistance under a 10-year agreement originally negotiated by the Obama administration that lasts through 2028
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Netanyahu orders IDF strikes in Beirut targeting Hezbollah commander
The strikes come amid an ongoing ceasefire framework between Israel and Lebanon
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Ex-Israeli PMs Bennett, Lapid unite to challenge Netanyahu in elections
The agreement between two leaders was finalised on Saturday evening, with both sides confirming that their respective parties, Yesh Atid and Bennett 2026, will contest the elections as a single list
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Israel PM Netanyahu says he underwent successful prostate cancer treatment
The tumor was discovered during a routine check-up after surgery for an enlarged benign prostate a year and a half ago, he said
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Trump yielded to Iran pressure, forced Netanyahu: Lebanese MP on ceasefire
Hassan, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance, affiliated with Hezbollah, made these remarks while speaking in the Lebanese Parliament, according to Iranian state media Press TV
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West Asia war: Trump may extend ceasefire with Iran amid Hormuz blockade
Donald Trump says Iran ceasefire may be extended as talks continue; he signals progress in negotiations and said he could visit Islamabad if a peace deal is signed
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'Agreed to ceasefire to advance peace efforts with Lebanon': Netanyahu
In a video statement, Netanyahu said he was taking the step in an attempt 'to advance' peace efforts with Lebanon
Israel, US goals on Iran 'identical', ready for any scenario: Netanyahu
As Israeli forces and the Shi'ite Lebanese group Hezbollah exchanged heavy fire, Netanyahu said the military continues to strike militant targets while standing by residents in northern Israel
Netanyahu appoints military secy Major General Gofman as new Mossad chief
Praising Gofman's credentials, Netanyahu described him as an 'outstanding officer--bold and creative,' adding that he had demonstrated 'impressive resourcefulness'
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West Asia war: US blockade of Iran ports begins today as tensions rise
US Central Command said a blockade of Iranian ports will begin Monday at 10 am ET (7:30 pm IST); ships between non-Iranian ports can still pass Hormuz. Here are the top updates at 9 am IST
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Israeli PM Netanyahu visits south Lebanon, says 'war far from over'
Following the visit, the Prime Minister went to an IDF outpost near the border, where Galilee Division Commander Brig.-Gen. Yuval Gez briefed him on the division's operations
US-Iran set for talks as Netanyahu authorises negotiations with Lebanon
US Vice President JD Vance was set to take off from Washington, with Iran still remaining mum over its team as it tried to pressure Washington to halt Israeli attacks in Lebanon
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Netanyahu authorises talks with Lebanon in boost to ceasefire efforts
The two countries have technically been at war since Israel was established in 1948, and Netanyahu later stressed that there was no ceasefire between them
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Israel complicates Trump's push for peace with Iran amid Lebanon offensive
President Trump said he had asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to scale back Israel's military campaign in Lebanon
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For Israeli PM Netanyahu, the war with Iran is unfinished business
As the focus shifts to negotiations between the United States and Iran, no formal Israeli participation is planned
No ceasefire in Lebanon, continuing to strike Hezbollah, says Netanyahu
Netanyahu also said he has instructed the Cabinet to open direct negotiations with Lebanese government to achieve 'disarmament of Hezbollah' and 'historic peace agreement'
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West Asia war: Iran ties truce to Lebanon; Israel says strikes to continue
A two-week US-Iran ceasefire begins with talks set in Islamabad on Saturday, but the situation remains tense as Israel says its military operations in Lebanon will continue
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