Nir Barkat

US import reform approved in Knesset

The Knesset has approved a landmark bill aimed at easing the entry of US-standard goods into the country without requiring additional local certification.

Nir Barkat in a video of the Carrefour chain
PRESIDENT HERZOG presents the Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026 at the President’s Residence.

Significant award inspired by tragedy: Herzog presents Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026

Minister of Economy Nir Barkat

Can Israel’s economy survive after a seven-front war?

TALIA EILAT with her 2026 Peres Center Medal of Distinction and certificate.

Grapevine March 1, 2026: Women in the spotlight


Pandora Papers might help PM hopeful Nir Barkat's political ambitions

A massive trove of documents alleges financial misdeeds but political analysts believe Likud MK will turn the report to his advantage.

NIR BARKAT: Netanyahu has energy and experience, and for the party and country, the longer he is around is better for us, so I wish him long life as the head of both.

'Pandora Papers' expose offshore deals of Jordan's king, Israelis

Over 500 Israelis were exposed in the massive "Pandora Papers" exposé revealing offshore dealings of hundreds of officials and businessmen.

Shekels and dollars

Barkat to meet senators on Jerusalem consulate for Palestinians

Joint List Mk Tibi wrote to US Secretary of State Blinken in favor of reopening a consulate in the capital that serves the Palestinian Authority.

US Embassy Jerusalem

Likud membership drive ends in apparent failure

Likud source says that Barkat brought in 4,500 members.

 SUPPORTERS OF Likud leader Benjamin Netanyahu demonstrate at Habima Square in Tel Aviv, August 2021.

Will Likud candidates succeed in dethroning Benjamin Netanyahu?

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Is the dawn of "the day after Netanyahu" approaching?

 SUPPORTERS OF Likud leader Benjamin Netanyahu demonstrate at Habima Square in Tel Aviv, August 2021.

Likud's Barkat heads to Washington to stop Palestinian consulate opening

The Likud MK argues that opening a consulate to a foreign entity – the Palestinian Authority – on Israeli territory undermines its sovereignty in Jerusalem and is a move towards dividing the capital.

NIR BARKAT at a rally supporting him on Thursday night, June 10 2021

Lapid condemns Flag march slurs: 'This is not Judaism and not Israeli'

"It is incomprehensible how one can hold an Israeli flag in one's hand and shout 'death to Arabs' at the same time."

YAIR LAPID arrives at the Knesset ahead of the vote and swearing in of the 36th government, June 13, 2021.

Nir Barkat: 'This is not the time for unnecessary primaries'

Barkat, who is the richest politician in Israel, funded free dinner and parking for the attendees. There were hamburgers, arais, asado, chicken, rice, noodles, fish and chips, desserts and wine.

NIR BARKAT at a rally supporting him on Thursday night, June 10 2021

Barkat to hold 'show of force' rally for over 1,000 Likud activists

Barkat will support - not challenge - Netanyahu and will criticize Bennett and Sa'ar for not joining a Netanyahu-led government.

Nir Barkat and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu present the Likud economic plan during a party event in Tel Aviv on February 16.

Who would replace Netanyahu as Likud chairman if he leaves? - poll

Netanyahu's trial, as well as a recent proposal to nominate him for President, have left many Likud voters to wonder what will be of the Likud if he leaves.

BARKAT TAKES an election-night photo with a Bibi-masked man at Likud Party headquarters in Tel Aviv on March 2.