Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, is a self-declared state in the Horn of Africa that lacks international recognition as a separate country.

Israel becomes first nation to recognise Somaliland as independent state

The Israeli Premier dismissed the opposition's assertion of 'the collapse of Israel’s international standing,' saying that the country diplomatically, militarily, and economically remains a dominant player in the international arena despite its two-year-long war with Hamas.

Facing criticism over Gaza war, Netanyahu invokes ties with PM Modi, others to assert leadership

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to meet US President Donald Trump on December 29, says Israel

Emphasising on Hamas disarmament, Netanyahu said, “I think it’s important to make sure that Hamas complies not only with the ceasefire, but also with their commitment which they undertook to disarm and have Gaza demilitarise.”

‘Gaza peace plan first phase nearly complete, Hamas must disarm in next,’ says Netanyahu

Netanyahu says he’ll visit New York despite the mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani vowing to enforce an ICC arrest warrant. He brushed off the threat, saying he’d talk only if the mayor affirms Israel’s right to exist. 

Netanyahu shrugs off Mamdani's threat to enforce ICC arrest warrant, says he'll visit NYC anyway

The move follows repeated requests by the US President, including a formal letter sent on 12 November by Trump urging President Isaac Herzog to pardon Benjamin Netanyahu.

Netanyahu seeks pardon in corruption cases; writes to Israeli President after Trump’s request fails

The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.”  Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.

US President Donald Trump’s new Middle East requires ‘Bibisitters’

In a televised interview on October 18, Netanyahu said that he would run for office in the next elections and that he expected to win. 

Netanyahu faces vote with coalition weakened by Gaza truce

A new poll shows 52 per cent of Israelis want PM Benjamin Netanyahu not to run again, while only 41 per cent back him. 

Netanyahu losing support? Majority of Israelis say it’s time for him to step aside, finds poll

Trump praised Netanyahu for ending the Gaza war during his Knesset speech, but couldn’t resist roasting him. He joked Bibi “isn’t easy” and could “be a little nicer now,” while also urging Israel’s president to pardon Netanyahu over corruption cases.

Could 'be a little nicer': Trump hails Netanyahu as ‘hero’ of Gaza ceasefire — then roasts him about…

Netanyahu: ‘Donald Trump is the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in White House’

US President Donald Trump has dismissed reports that he told Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to “stop being so f***ing negative” over Hamas’s partial acceptance of a US ceasefire plan. He also issued a chilling warning for Hamas. All you need to know.

Trump denies telling Netanyahu to stop being so 'f***ing negative' on Gaza deal, warns Hamas 'if...'

US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House today (Tuesday, Sep 29) for high-stakes talks centred on a plan to end the nearly two-year war in Gaza. Will Trump's 21 point plan end the war in Gaza?

Will US’s ‘21-point plan’ end Gaza war? Trump and Netanyahu to meet in Washington today

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backs Israel's Gaza offensive, dismisses ceasefire talks and Palestinian statehood push, as airstrikes kill civilians and global pressure on Israel escalates

'Better future cannot begin until Hamas is...': Gaza City bombing escalates after Marco Rubio's visit to Jerusalem

The protest by the Israelis followed after Israeli forces heightened their offensive in Gaza City, pushing tens of thousands of starving Palestinians to flee once again.

Hundreds of thousands take to streets in Israel, demand end to Gaza War and release of hostages

Israeli PM Netanyahu condemned anti-war protests, claiming they strengthen Hamas and hinder hostage negotiations. He insisted defeating Hamas is essential to prevent future attacks and ensure Gaza is no longer a threat.

'October 7 will repeat': Netanyahu says Israelis calling to end war are 'strengthening Hamas' amid backlash from hostage families

Mette Frederiksen said in an interview that the Israeli PM himself is a problem now and is working against the interests of Israel. She hinted that Denmark can sanction the leader or Israel as a whole. 

‘Netanyahu himself a problem, working against Israel’: Denmark to sanction Israeli PM?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made several bold announcements in his Independence Day address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Friday that indicate India is poised to make significant progress into the future.

PM Modi thanks Netanyahu, Zelensky for Independence Day wishes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged that Tehran still has 400 kilograms of enriched uranium. 

'Iran still has 400 kilograms of enriched uranium': Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledges

When he was asked about the destruction his occupation made in the strip, the Israeli PM said it was the result of booby traps set by Hamas. Netanyahu claimed that Hamas has apparently set multiple booby traps in the area.

'Destruction in Gaza is a result of booby traps by Hamas': Netanyahu

Prime Minister Netanyahu denied claims of starving Gaza’s civilians, blaming media distortion and Hamas. He announced plans to expand aid routes, including safe quarters, increased distribution points, and potential international cooperation.

‘Fake starving children’: Netanyahu slams Gaza famine claims; introduces three-step plan to improve aid distribution

Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel won't occupy Gaza but aims to establish a civilian administration separate from Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, while ensuring safe corridors for humanitarian aid delivery.

'Best way to end war': Netanyahu says he doesn't want to 'occupy Gaza' as Israel prepares short-timeline offensive

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu outlined his vision for Gaza, vowing to expose Hamas, which he called genocidal, and emphasising Israel’s right to defend itself from ongoing militant threats near its border.

'Demilitarisation, security zone, Hamas' surrender': Netanyahu reveals five-point plan for Gaza after the war

Israel awaits Netanyahu’s first global press conference since expanding the Gaza war. As internal divisions deepen, protests grow, with some demanding a hostage deal and others calling for Hamas’s defeat.

Far-right demands full takeover, families push for hostage deal: With Netanyahu's Gaza announcement hours away, here's all you need to know