Page 20 - Latest Updates on Benjamin Netanyahu
Rifts appear between Israel's political, military leadership over Gaza war
This business of destroying Hamas, making Hamas disappear it's simply throwing sand in the eyes of the public, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the military spokesperson, told Israel's Channel 13 TV
 "Rifts appear between Israel's political, military leadership over Gaza war")
PM Netanyahu dissolves War Cabinet after key partner bolted from govt
The move was widely expected following the departure earlier this month of Benny Gantz
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Israeli Min Benny Gantz quits Netanyahu's cabinet over handling of Gaza war
Gantz's decision comes at a time when the war between Israel and Hamas is in its eighth month, and the situation in West Asia remains fragile
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Israel rescues 4 hostages from Hamas; is ceasefire deal now a prospect?
Israel and Hamas weigh a US proposal for a cease-fire and the release of the remaining captives. Both sides face renewed pressure to make a deal
 "Israel rescues 4 hostages from Hamas; is ceasefire deal now a prospect?")
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu set to address US Congress on July 24
It is the most recent show of wartime support for the longtime ally despite mounting political divisions over Israel's military assault on Hamas in Gaza
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Israeli strike kills at least 40 Palestinians at school in Central Gaza
The Israeli military said that Hamas militants were operating from within the school
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In apparent blow to Biden's plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war
Meanwhile, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said there would be no let-up in Israel's offensive while negotiations over the ceasefire proposal were under way
 "In apparent blow to Biden's plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war")
Netanyahu congratulates PM Modi, hopes Indo-Israel ties reach 'new heights'
Modi was the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Israel since the two countries established diplomatic ties in 1992
No permanent ceasefire unless Hamas destroyed, says Israeli PM Netanyahu
His comments raise further questions about the three-phase peace plan laid out by Biden, which he said had been put forward by Israel
 "No permanent ceasefire unless Hamas destroyed, says Israeli PM Netanyahu")
Protesters in Tel Aviv demand hostage swap, call for Netanyahu's ouster
Organisers claim that Saturday's demonstration marked the largest gathering since October 7, estimating a turnout of 120,000 individuals in Tel Aviv alone
US condemns loss of life but says no policy changes after deaths in Rafah
The US would be monitoring the investigation into the incident and expected Israel to learn lessons from the airstrike, Kirby said
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Israel says Gaza war likely to last another 7 months as tanks probe Rafah
The United States, Israel's closest ally, reiterated its opposition to a major Israeli ground offensive in Rafah on Tuesday while saying it did not believe such an operation was under way
Netanyahu acknowledges 'tragic mistake' after strike kills Palestinians
Israel insists it adheres to international law even as it faces scrutiny in the world's top courts, one of which last week demanded that it halt the offensive in Rafah
Spain, Ireland to recognise a Palestinian state; EU, Israel ties to plummet
The recognition, however, is a significant accomplishment for the Palestinians, who believe it confers international legitimacy on their struggle
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Netanyahu admits 'mistake' after Rafah strike kills dozens of Palestinians
Israel insists it adheres to international law even as it faces scrutiny in the world's top courts, one of which last week demanded that it halt the offensive in Rafah
ICJ orders end to Israeli assault on Rafah: What does this mean for Israel?
International Court of Justice ruling against Israel comes just days after the International Criminal Court top prosecutor's decision to seek arrest warrants for top Israeli and Hamas leaders
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Bodies of 3 more hostages recovered overnight from Gaza, says Israel army
The announcement comes less than a week after the army said it found the bodies of three other Israeli hostages killed on October 7
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Benjamin Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant: Can Israeli PM actually be arrested?
Israeli media has described possible International Criminal Court arrest warrants against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant as a 'legal earthquake' and 'legal bombshell'
ICC arrest request for Israeli PM Netanyahu is unhelpful, says UK
President Joe Biden on Monday condemned as outrageous an attempt by the chief prosecutor of the world's top war crimes to seek arrest warrants for Israeli leaders
 "ICC arrest request for Israeli PM Netanyahu is unhelpful, says UK")
ICC seeks arrest warrants against Israel PM Netanyahu, Hamas head Sinwar
Warrants against Israeli politicians mark the first time the ICC is targeting the top leader of a close US ally