Politicians from Israel

• Between 60 and 100 years old

  • Benjamin Netanyahu

    Occupation: Politician

    Benjamin Netanyahu (often referred to by his nickname, "Bibi") is a dominant figure in Israeli politics and the country's longest-serving Prime Minister.

    He is currently serving his sixth term as Prime Minister, having led the country from 1996 to 1999, again from 2009 to 2021, and returning to power in late 2022.

    Key Roles and Background

    Leader of the Likud Party: He has led the right-wing Likud party for most of the last three decades, advocating for a "peace through security" approach and market-oriented economic reforms.

    Military and Education: Before entering politics, he served in the elite Sayeret Matkal special forces unit. He was educated in the United States, earning degrees from MIT.

    Diplomatic Career: He rose to international prominence in the 1980s as Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations, where he became known for his polished communication skills and advocacy for Israel.

    Recent Challenges and Leadership

    Netanyahu’s leadership has been marked by significant historical events and controversies:

    Conflict and Security: His current term has been defined by the Israel-Hamas war following the October 7, 2023, attacks, as well as broader regional escalations involving Hezbollah and Iran.

    Legal and Political Friction: He has faced ongoing domestic legal battles, including a long-running corruption trial involving charges of bribery and fraud. His government has also been the focus of intense debate over proposed judicial reforms and its hardline stance on Palestinian statehood.

    Throughout his career, Netanyahu has been a polarizing figure—revered by supporters as a "strongman" essential for Israel's survival and criticized by opponents for his hawkish policies and the legal clouds surrounding his premiership.

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