Coalition woes: More puzzle pieces than cabinet spots?
With Netanyahu handing down key government positions to coalition partners, leading Likud MKs may not be left with much to bargain for.
With Netanyahu handing down key government positions to coalition partners, leading Likud MKs may not be left with much to bargain for.
Why should this generation be different from preceding generations? Op-ed.
If it was not ok for Netanyahu with 30 MKs to lead a minority government, how can Bennett do so with only five members of parliament?Op-ed.
The ideas taking root in the coalition and motivating its agenda are a denial of the founding principles of the State of Israel. Op-ed.
Members of the opposition are looking to petition the Supreme Court to force the coalition into giving up more seats in crucial committees.
Technocrats don't understand tribalism, which is why it so often clobbers them over the head. Op-ed.
Will Israel's new "regime change coalition" be able to effectively resist US dominance over Israeli policies?
PA chief negotiator - who recently sat in coalition with Hamas Islamists - says expanded Israeli gov't poses a threat to regional stability.
Likud negotiators agree to key demand made by Yisrael Beytenu, as condition to joining gov't: capital punishment for terrorist murderers.
Outpouring of ministers and deputy ministers hail the coming of a 'wide, right-wing government' with Likud's 'natural partner.'
After holiday ends, Netanyahu is expected to reshuffle ministry portfolios among Likud MKs, as they scramble for spots.
Edelstein has 'a hard time imagining this government lasting for very long' without Labor or Liberman.
Likud's Gilad Erdan leaves Interior Ministry. MK Hanegbi estimates he'll rejoin government 'within days or weeks.'
Uri Ariel believes Jewish Home is gaining ground in the government, predicting to Arutz Sheva that coalition - and policy - changes await.
Liberman pulls no punches in criticizing fellow ministers over polarizing views, calls for unity before the government collapses.
Yesh Atid Minister demands peace talks be renewed despite Hamas presence in unity gov't; 'if not, we won't be in the government.'
Deputy Minister Danny Danon reiterates intent to resign if prisoner deal goes through, calls coalition tensions 'test' for Bennett, Likud.
Housing minister tells Arutz Sheva about proposed terror deal, 2015 housing price drop; slams collective punishment in Yitzhar.
Senior government officials say the controversial releases are key to continuing peace talks, despite 'zero chance' of success.
In special interview, Uri Orbach calls HaTnua 'fictitious,' slams Livni for blaming Israel over talks - which he has 'no problem' reviving.
Housing Minister Uri Ariel reiterates that the likelihood of Jewish Home leaving the government is high.
Avigdor Liberman says Israel 'in favor of negotiations' as long as terrorists remain in prison.
Deputy Minister Ze'ev Elkin, in Arutz Sheva interview, explains why Israel should stand strong - and prevent capitulating to PA.
Finance Minister and party chairman Yair Lapid says his party would not 'remain part of a government that will not advance negotiations'.
Former MK attacks Jewish Home for not bringing down coalition government to prevent release of 26 terrorist murderers.
Barring last-minute changes, members of the new Netanyahu government are set to sign final documents Thursday evening. Here's the lineup.
President Peres will begin the process of choosing a new Prime Minister. Estimates show 80 MK's - or more - for Netanyahu.
A vast majority of voters - 74% - want to see a coalition which includes Jewish Home, Yesh Atid and the ultra-orthodox parties.