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Netanyahu: Iran Tried to Assassinate One of My Sons, Prompting Heightened PM Security
israel-news1 day ago

Netanyahu: Iran Tried to Assassinate One of My Sons, Prompting Heightened PM Security

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Channel 14 that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, a claim he tied to security concerns during the election season; he said he spoke with Shin Bet chief David Zini and asked for enhanced protection for any prime minister candidate, and noted that extended personal protection has been granted to his wife Sara and their sons, though he did not specify which son was targeted.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#assassination-attempt#benjamin-netanyahu#iran
Netanyahu’s election ad stacks NYC mayor with Iran’s leaders
world7 days ago

Netanyahu’s election ad stacks NYC mayor with Iran’s leaders

Israel’s Likud released a Tel Aviv billboard depicting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani alongside Iran’s leaders and Hezbollah with the slogan 'Don’t let them win,' a move tied to Mamdani’s clashes with Netanyahu over ICC arrest warrants and amid Netanyahu’s push during an election cycle, drawing rebukes from Trump and others.

via The Independent|
#benjamin-netanyahu#hezbollah#international-criminal-court
world13 days ago

Netanyahu rebuffs Gaza plan, testing Trump diplomacy

US allies fear Netanyahu’s rejection of the White House–backed Gaza peace plan undermines Trump’s leverage in the Middle East, weakening the Board of Peace and casting doubt on Washington’s ability to influence the region, as Netanyahu demands Hamas disarmament before any withdrawal and domestic politics complicate the peace roadmap; the White House says the plan isn’t derailed, but diplomats warn the administration’s credibility and strategy are at risk.

via Politico|
#benjamin-netanyahu#board-of-peace#gaza
Netanyahu derails Trump’s Gaza peace plan by rejecting Hamas disarmament terms
world19 days ago

Netanyahu derails Trump’s Gaza peace plan by rejecting Hamas disarmament terms

Netanyahu said Israel has not agreed to the Board of Peace’s terms and will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, undermining Trump’s Gaza peace plan despite the president’s claims that Israel was happy with the draft. Israeli officials and Gaza mediators say talks will continue, while Hamas insists it will disarm only after Israel halts attacks and completes a phased pullback, leaving Gazans amid an unresolved impasse.

via The Independent|
#benjamin-netanyahu#donald-trump#gaza
Underground Iran Site Reveals Trump-Netanyahu Rift on Iran Strategy
middle-east24 days ago

Underground Iran Site Reveals Trump-Netanyahu Rift on Iran Strategy

Netanyahu brought new intelligence about Iran’s underground site Pickaxe Mountain to Washington, but Trump downplayed it and suggested keeping details private, leaving no public decision on how to respond. Experts say the real split is Trump’s preference for diplomacy versus Netanyahu’s sense that more military action may be needed. The meeting produced little public alignment, while U.S. strikes on Iran and broader regional tensions continued, with ongoing debates over Lebanon/Hezbollah and potential Saudi-Israeli normalization.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#benjamin-netanyahu#donald-trump#iran
Trump at odds with White House aides over Iran strategy
world26 days ago

Trump at odds with White House aides over Iran strategy

President Donald Trump is reportedly exasperated by the Iran war’s lack of progress and a split among his top advisers on how to proceed, with NBC citing an anonymous ally alleging there is no clear policy after months of stalemate; White House officials deny an eruption occurred, while the Pentagon says it’s ready to execute the president’s directives. Within his circle, Pete Hegseth and Benjamin Netanyahu push stronger military action, while JD Vance and other officials warn that further strikes could backfire, highlighting a rift as the conflict drags on ahead of midterm politics.

via The Independent|
#benjamin-netanyahu#donald-trump#iran
world27 days ago

Trump’s Graham Funeral Turns Into a Diplomacy Spotlight With Netanyahu and Zelenskyy

At Lindsey Graham’s funeral, President Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for closed-press talks described as positive, with focus on Iran’s nuclear program and licenses to produce Patriot missiles; officials signaled renewed diplomatic work, including upcoming visits by envoys Kushner and Witkoff to Kyiv, though outlook on lasting impact remains uncertain.

via Politico|
#benjamin-netanyahu#iran#trump
Iran-US pause in strikes deepens uncertainty as Netanyahu plans meeting with Trump
world-news28 days ago

Iran-US pause in strikes deepens uncertainty as Netanyahu plans meeting with Trump

After a pause in fighting and 13 consecutive nights of strikes, the US has halted bombing Iran, while Tehran rejects any talks with Washington and maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet President Trump in Washington to push for ending Iran's nuclear program, as Iran’s army says it is “fully prepared for all scenarios” and mediators continue discussions on Hormuz with Oman.

via Hindustan Times|
#benjamin-netanyahu#donald-trump#iran
Flavio Bolsonaro Launches Presidential Campaign Backed by Milei and Netanyahu
politics1 month ago

Flavio Bolsonaro Launches Presidential Campaign Backed by Milei and Netanyahu

Flavio Bolsonaro formally kicked off his 2026 presidential bid, securing endorsements from right-wing leaders Javier Milei and Benjamin Netanyahu, but polls show him trailing Lula da Silva. The launch drew limited attendance, with Bolsonaro’s father appearing only via an AI-generated video. Milei framed the race as a fight against socialism, while Netanyahu offered support in a short video message. The campaign faces domestic headwinds over foreign meddling concerns, including visa denials to Trump officials seeking meetings with Brazil’s election authorities.

via Al Jazeera|
#benjamin-netanyahu#brazilian-elections-2026#flavio-bolsonaro
world1 month ago

Global Leaders Seek Face Time With Trump at Graham Funeral

As Lindsey Graham’s funeral brings world leaders to Washington, President Trump is set to host key meetings, including Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy (confirmed) and Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu (announced by Netanyahu's office but not yet confirmed by the White House). The talks unfold amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and ongoing strains over Ukraine, with Zelenskyy praising Graham’s bipartisan Ukraine support and broader geopolitical frictions shaping the visit.

via Politico|
#benjamin-netanyahu#donald-trump#iran-war
Mamdani Concedes NYC Lacks Authority to Arrest Netanyahu, Splits Dems on ICC Push
politics1 month ago

Mamdani Concedes NYC Lacks Authority to Arrest Netanyahu, Splits Dems on ICC Push

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city cannot arrest Benjamin Netanyahu due to a lack of independent legal authority, urging the federal government to enforce the ICC warrant instead. The admission sparked division among House Democrats: some, like Rashida Tlaib, support pursuing the arrest, while others, such as Jerry Nadler, argue it would violate international law and immunities under UN treaties. The U.S. is not a party to the Rome Statute, and the UN Headquarters Agreement further complicates any city-led action against a visiting foreign leader.

via Fox News|
#benjamin-netanyahu#icc-warrant#new-york-city
Mamdani's Netanyahu pledge backtrack exposes a Twitter-first NYC leadership
politics1 month ago

Mamdani's Netanyahu pledge backtrack exposes a Twitter-first NYC leadership

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s reversal on vowing to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu underscores critics’ view that his polished online image and ideological battles eclipse real-world governance, as key campaign promises (fast/free buses, a wealth tax, city-owned groceries, a $1B community-safety program, and a rent freeze) remain largely unfulfilled amid jurisdictional limits and mounting local crises like a Legionnaires’ outbreak and homelessness; supporters defend his approach, while opponents say promises were political theater that failed the test of governing.

via New York Post|
#benjamin-netanyahu#campaign-promises#legionnaires-disease
Mamdani's Netanyahu Arrest Talk Splits Democrats on Israel Policy
politics1 month ago

Mamdani's Netanyahu Arrest Talk Splits Democrats on Israel Policy

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said there was an active staff discussion about potentially arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he attends the UN General Assembly, a remark that drew swift condemnation from several Democrats, including Sen. John Fetterman (calling Mamdani a “clown”) and Rep. Ro Khanna (urging focus on legal processes and war-avoidance). Mamdani’s predecessor, Eric Adams, called the idea reckless. The exchange comes as Democrats vote to cut off military aid to Israel, highlighting a growing rift within the party over Israel policy and international law.

via The Washington Post|
#benjamin-netanyahu#democrats#icc