Av 25, 5777, 8/17/2017
security cabinet PM to Ministers: No leaks about Trump talkNew report finds that Netanyahu took extra steps to prevent leaks related to his talks with Trump over Judea and Samaria policy. Yogev: Polygraph for cabinet ministersMK Moti Yogev calls on GSS to investigate cabinet members following transcript leaks of cabinet hearings published in recent days. Protective Edge cabinet meeting transcripts partially revealed'Response to murder of 3 youths has been weak, disgraceful' said Bennett ahead of 2014 Gaza war, slamming Yaalon over restrained response. Opposition MK: Don't return terrorists' bodiesMK Mickey Levy says returning terrorists' bodies encourages terror attacks, calls on government to change policy. Security Cabinet takes new steps in wake of attackThe Security Cabinet decided on a number of new steps in the wake of the truck terror attack. Security Cabinet approves plan to return missing soldiersSecurity Cabinet to pursue return of missing soldiers and civilians from Gaza - without return bodies of Hamas terrorists. Security Cabinet commission issues its recommendationsA special commission charged with examining the work of the Security Cabinet has submitted its recommendations to the Prime Minister. Security cabinet approves construction in Area C - for ArabsBuilding projects for Arabs permitted in areas of Judea and Samaria under direct Israeli control. Bennett: We must make sure terrorism no longer paysEducation Minister lauds new measures adopted by Security Cabinet to counter spread of 'viral terror', emphasizes need for targeted action. Ariel condemns 'bragging' Bennett for 'achieving nothing'Jewish Home minister slams party head for crisis with PM: 'what achievement, that the Security Council will do its job? All for headlines.' Shaked: Security Cabinet reform could save livesJustice Minister notes the public benefits from recent government upheaval, despite falling-out between Netanyahu, Bennett. Hotovely warns Bennett: Don't topple the right-wingDeputy FM calls on Bennett not to bring down 'most nationalist govt. in years,' warns of repeat of right-wing disunity that led to Oslo. Netanyahu rejects coalition crisis compromiseMinister Litzman suggests compromise on Security Cabinet standoff, but while Bennett agrees to it, PM dismisses the proposal. Bennett: Our demand is that the Cabinet stop being blindJewish Home chairman elaborates on his demand to improve the Security Cabinet, stresses he will not back down. Jewish Home party rejects Netanyahu cabinet 'spin'PM's nod to demand by Education Min. Naftali Bennett to overhaul Security Cabinet rejected by Bennett's party as mere spin. Return of the alliance? Lapid backs BennettLapid throws his weight behind erstwhile ally's ultimatum on military secretaries for Cabinet members. The 'strange saga' of Bennett's security demandsElkin puzzled by ultimatum to media on cabinet matters; security source reveals Bennett had access to info but didn't pick it up.Coalition agreement 'just hours away', Bennett threatens to walkWith coalition negotiations on the verge of a final agreement, Jewish Home demands changes in security cabinet operations. Bennett demands Netanyahu fix Security Cabinet flawsAs part of coalition agreement, Jewish Home party leader Naftali Bennett demands changes to Security Cabinet. Cabinet meeting doesn't clarify IDF withdrawalNetanyahu vows IDF will keep option of entry to Area A, possibly indicating withdrawal and reentry, but says no PA agreement yet. Cabinet discusses unilateral withdrawalsSecurity Cabinet to receive report on formerly secret talks with PA to pull IDF from Ramallah and Jericho; 'this is a prize to terror.' Justice Minister: Don't let shadow government return us to OsloJustice Minister Ayelet Shaked blasts reports of secret talks between Israel, PA over removing IDF from Palestinian cities. 'IDF must be prepared for possible war with Hamas'Southern Command officers warn political echelon may 'lose patience' and demand immediate action against Hamas terror tunnels. PA funeral of honor for terrorists' bodies returned by IsraelFive bodies returned in breach of Cabinet decision; Liberman: 'this is ransom pay.' Zionist Camp: hypocritical 'govt. is weak.' 300 Soldiers Deployed to JerusalemCabinet implements slew of new security measures, but Arab terror attacks don't seem to be letting up. Israel Will Not Return the Bodies of TerroristsSecurity Cabinet adopts Erdan's suggestion not to allow 'terror rally' funerals, weighs burying terrorists on the borders of Israel. Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in JerusalemSecurity cabinet proposes new measures to crack down on terror after three Israelis killed in attacks in Jerusalem. Cabinet Decides: 4 Year Minimum for Rock TerroristsPolice may open fire when anyone's life is in danger. Use of non-lethal sharpshooting guns is also approved. Security Cabinet Proposes Expanding Anti-Terror LawsPolitical-Security Cabinet calls for more tools for use against 'Jewish terrorists,' including administrative detention. Bennett Demands PM Convene Security Cabinet UrgentlyNetanyahu hasn't convened the key forum since government was formed. Is it really due to his wife's aversion to Justice Minister? Problem: PM Promised 11 Ministers Places in 10-Man CabinetGovernment fails to approve makeup of Diplomacy-Security Cabinet, as Netanyahu asks to postpone decision. Daniela Weiss: Shaked Will 'Make Order' in Justice MinistryAyelet Shaked, says activist Daniella Weiss, is the right person in the right place at the right time to serve as Justice Minister. 'Israel Was Not Prepared for Operation Protective Edge'MK Ofer Shelah (Yesh Atid) asserts security cabinet at fault for lack of preparedness during last summer's Operation Protective Edge. Netanyahu to Make Public Statement on Iran DealThe security cabinet is meeting to debate the new Iran nuclear deal - what will Israel's course of action be? Bibi Keeps Liberman Out of Emergency SessionDiscussion of reaction to Abbas's signing of Rome Statute included the defense minister – but strangely, not the foreign minister. Netanyahu to Convene Urgent Security Cabinet After AttackHar Nof massacre 'direct result of incitement, which the international community is irresponsibly ignoring,' Netanyahu says. Terror Victim's Advocate Takes Security Cabinet to TaskLt. Col. Indor, Director of Almagor terror victims group, asks hard questions exposing government's numerous security failures. Ya'alon: Hamas Took Advantage of Political Turmoil During WarHamas leadership kept up rocket fire, confident that it would lead to a breakdown in the government, Ya'alon says. Wise Tactical Choices in GazaCalculated risks versus unnecessary ones. A level-headed perspective on Israeli decision makers' choices in Gaza. Cabinet Was Split Over Ceasefire - But Netanyahu Accepted AnywayMinisters from Jewish Home, Yisrael Beytenu and even Likud opposed truce - but PM circumvented cabinet vote on a legal technicality. Netanyahu: Israel Will Not Negotiate Under FireSecurity Cabinet meeting ends with assurance that the operation in Gaza will continue until quiet is achieved. Security Cabinet to Weigh Defining Gaza as 'Enemy Territory'Cabinet to discuss the next moves in Operation Protective Edge, as it embarks on its thirty-fourth day. Minister Hints at Renewed IDF Ground Entry in GazaGilad Erdan says Operation Protective Edge may soon move to topple Hamas regime; Minister Perry warns of 'war of attrition.' MKs Split Over Cease-Fire with HamasTruce highlights deeply divided views on Israel and Hamas; leftist MKs insist the truce should mark the resumption of peace talks. Over 930 Terror Targets Hit in GazaDefense Minister, Chief of Staff and IAF Commander discuss details of operation after Security Cabinet meeting. Netanyahu Ejects Minister Ariel from Security Cabinet MeetingAn embarrassing incident at Security Cabinet meeting as Minister Bennett brings fellow minister from Jewish Home, angering Netanyahu. Hamas Defiant over Israeli CrackdownHamas responds to Cabinet decision to harshen prison conditions, says 'arresting hundreds won't stop us.' Peace Talks SuspendedSix-hour cabinet meeting decides to response to PA-Hamas unity by suspending talks, implementing financial sanctions. Security Cabinet Allows IDF to Mobilize Reserve UnitsSecurity Cabinet makes five decisions regarding Operation Pillar of Defense, including allowing the IDF to mobilize reserves. Shin Bet: Steinitz Didn't Leak from CabinetKuwaiti paper claimed Finance Minister leaked details of secret Cabinet session and tried to blame Barak. Shas Minister Atias: About Iran, 'We Need to Pray'In the framework of a discussion on Iran, Housing Minister Ariel Atias (Shas) told Radio Kol Chai listeners on Thursday, “We need to pray.” Netanyahu May Order Shin Bet to Find LeakerChannel 2 says the leak was stopped in time by censor. Shin Bet chief meets Attorney General Ex-Shin Bet Officer: Ministers Can't Keep SecretsFormer senior Shin Bet man Menachem Landau says Israel can't surprise its foes if ministers leak plans. Use Lie Detector to Catch Who Leaked Secrets, Says LandauCabinet Minister Uzi Landau wants officials to undergo a lie detector test to find out who leaked security secrets to the media.Netanyahu Angry over Security Leak, Cancels MeetingPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu dispersed a defense cabinet meeting Wednesday morning due to a leak to the media. Israel Estimates 'Only' 300 Deaths in 3-Week WarIsrael’s defense system estimates that if a war breaks out during 2012, 300 people will be killed in a three week period. |
