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Netanyahu to convene Security Cabinet as Iran produces around 50 missiles a month

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An Iranian woman walks next to an anti-Israeli mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, May 18, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset following the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

Netanyahu to convene Israel's Security Cabinet as Eisenkot warns against renewed Iran strikes

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hold a press conference at the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem, September 8, 2026

Netanyahu to appoint FM Gideon Sa’ar as interior minister, ending 16-month vacancy

Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs speaks at the Zomet Institute and Makor Rishon Conference on October 20, 2026.

Netanyahu's inner circle is now almost entirely religious, cabinet secretary says


Security cabinet to establish team to implement second phase of Trump's Gaza plan

Members of the team will reportedly include National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, and Justice Minister Yariv Levin, according to Israeli media.

Two residents walk past twisted metal and destroyed buildings in Deir al Balah, Gaza Strip, on November 18, 2025.

Israeli security cabinet meets to discuss Hezbollah's strengthening

"This is a significant discussion in light of Hezbollah's actions on the ground," an Israeli official said.

Hezbollah supporters gather to mark the first anniversary of the assassinations of Hezbollah leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine, in Tehran, Iran, October 2, 2025

'There is dialogue for new peace agreements,' Mossad's Barnea said in security meeting

The comments were made during the Security Cabinet's meeting on Thursday, in which the ceasefire agreement was approved.

Mossad chief David Barnea attends a Conference of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), in Tel Aviv, on February 25, 2025.

Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer will leave Israeli government -report

Dermer will leave his post but will "remain around," Netanyahu reportedly told his advisers.

 Head of the negotiations for hostages release Minister Ron Dermer speaks at the Jewish News Syndicate conference in Jerusalem, on April 28, 2025.

Sa'ar confirms: Israel gives green light to Trump's hostage deal proposal - watch

Sa'ar also said the end of the war must be in accordance with the principles established by the security cabinet.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar in a meeting with Croatia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gordan Grlić Radman, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Zagreb, September 9, 2025.

Trump says Israel losing US congress support, Abbas: 'Israel wants to destroy all of Palestine '

Netanyahu thanks Trump, Rubio for denying visas to PA officials • Court cancels hearing on A-G’s firing • Belgium to recognize Palestine at UN General Assembly, says foreign minister

IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, August 28, 2025.

Trump urges 'full force' approach on Gaza, Netanyahu says

"Our impression is that Netanyahu's opposition is genuine. He will not agree to a partial deal," ministers told The Jerusalem Post.

 L to R: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump. (illustration)

Hostage families received evidence Netanyahu's gov't thwarting a deal, forum says

The forum urged Israelis to demonstrate at the Joint Square in Jerusalem at the time of the cabinet meeting to demand that it discuss the existing framework for a hostage deal.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu oversees the IDF strikes on Yemen's Sanaa, August 24, 2025.

Israel Katz: 'I take leaks that distort IDF activity in Gaza very seriously'

Katz added that the leaks "weaken the hand of our soldiers and give false hope to our enemies."

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Israel insists all hostages must be freed before reaching end of Gaza war, source tells 'Post'

"We are at the final decisive stage against Hamas and will not leave any hostage behind," the source added.

 Demonstrators protest for the release of Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip, outside Hakirya Base in Tel Aviv, July 2, 2025.