Amir Ohana

Likud members still support Netanyahu, hold reservations on his policies - poll

In the Likud list for the 26th Knesset, according to the poll of members, Talya Gottlieb leads with 71.5%. Following her are Amir Ohana with 69.9%, Moshe Saada with 61.6%, and Eli Cohen with 56.6%.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ministers at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on December 8, 2025.
Ahmed Charai presents Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana with the Abraham Leadership and Public Service Award.

Amir Ohana honored with Abraham Leadership and Public Service Award

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana lights a memorial candle on Remembrance Day, April 20, 2026.

WATCH: Knesset holds annual 'Songs in Their Memory’ ceremony to mark Remembrance Day

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials stand at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony.

Netanyahu, officials lay wreaths after siren marking Holocaust Remembrance Day


Knesset speaker Ohana meets with German President Steinmeier, Bundestag President Bas

‘We ask ourselves, how did it happen that Jews are afraid here again?’

(Left) Speaker of the Knesset, Amir Ohana with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, APril 8, 2024

As IDF soldiers fight on, Israeli parties call to cancel Knesset spring recess

The decision could also have political implications. One way Netanyahu's opponents are attempting to bring down the government is by having the Knesset pass a bill to disperse itself.

 Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ministers and MK's attend a plenum session for Israeli Knesset's 75th birthday, in the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 24, 2024.

From Meron to Oct. 7: What does ‘responsibility’ mean? - analysis

Whom does this responsibility include? Of whom can it be said that this tragedy took place on their watch?

Israeli rescue forces and police near the scene of a stampede that killed dozens and wounded dozens over 100 during the celebrations of the Jewish holiday of Lag Baomer on Mt. Meron, in northern Israel on April 30, 2021

Lapid: Netanyahu is responsible for Meron deaths, should step down

"The Movement again criticizes the committee's decision not to recommend disciplinary or other measures against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a number of other senior figures," MQG stated.

Israeli rescue forces and police near the scene after a stampede killed dozens during the celebrations of the Jewish holiday of Lag Baomer on Mt. Meron on April 30, 2021.

Israel to receive US aid 'very quickly' despite House delay, Knesset speaker says

Political Affairs: Speaker Amir Ohana talks to 'Post' about his US visit earlier this month, haredi conscription, the future of Likud, among other hot topics in Israel.

 KNESSET SPEAKER Amir Ohana meets with US House Speaker Mike Johnson earlier this month.

Netanyahu seeks to plug leaks with legal action against journalists

The Union of Journalists in Israel attacked the plan saying it was anti-democratic and would harm press freedoms, with "no equal" in democratic countries.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu at a press conference about the Gaza war late last year

Knesset speaker projects unity during trip to US despite division, criticism

The Knesset Speaker's trip to the United States comes amongst division over the Israel-Gaza conflict, which remains at the forefront.

 Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana is seen at a discussion and a vote on the reasonableness standard bill at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, in Jerusalem on July 23, 2023.

Ohana cancels meeting with UN Secretary General after criticisms of Israel

When asked by members of the Hostage and Missing Families Forum what he would do if he were PM of Israel, Guterres claimed he would prioritize the release of hostages.

 Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana is seen at a discussion and a vote on the reasonableness standard bill at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, in Jerusalem on July 23, 2023.

Knesset Speaker Ohana and US National Security Advisor Sullivan meet on need to defeat Hamas

Ohana will also meet with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and US House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana in his meeting with the US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, February 5, 2024.

Israel's Knesset speaker to visit US House with Gaza hostages' families

It was further highlighted in the Knesset that the goal of the delegation is to establish diplomatic relations with lawmakers and policy-makers in the United States in support of the goals of war.

 Knesset speaker Amir Ohana holds a press conference at the Knesset in Jerusalem. September 6, 2023.