Elul 27, 5776, 9/30/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
coalition crisis Crisis Brewing Over 'Creeping Construction Freeze'Members of the National Union say that they are considering their options if a slow freeze in Judea and Samaria continues. Netanyahu Denies Trying to Split Yesh AtidReports are no more than 'pathetic political spin that indicates Lapid's panic,' says Prime Minister's Bureau. Elections to Postpone Police Chief Replacement?Coalition dissolution leads to legal issue for the police force. A-G: We can't have new security minister, police heads at the same time. 'Now The Crazies Can Run Amok,' Mourns LivniNewly dismissed justice minister says by sacking her, Netanyahu has gotten rid of the 'gatekeeper of democracy' in Israel. Hamas Hails Coalition Collapse as 'Victory'Hamas spokesman says the collapse of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s is a sign of the group’s “victory” over Israel. 'Lapid Failed Miserably as Finance Minister'Likud officials hit back at Lapid over anti-Netanyahu remarks, say he failed miserably as a minister and has 'ugly' political aspirations. Elections As Early as March 2015?Legislation on Opposition bills to dissolve the Knesset due to be voted upon Wednesday - and could see the coalition dissolve by January. Lapid: Netanyahu is Dragging Israel into ElectionsFinance Minister says elections are a waste of money which could be rerouted to solve housing, cost of living crises. Yechimovich: Public is Fed Up with NetanyahuAfter failed Netanyahu-Lapid meeting, Labor MK says Netanyahu's government did not have a "drop of ideology". MKs Right and Left Respond to Early ElectionsKnesset Members from across the political spectrum respond to failed meeting between Netanyahu and Lapid.Netanyahu-Lapid Meeting Fails, Elections LikelyPrime Minister Netanyahu sets five conditions to Finance Minister in order for the coalition to keep functioning. Bennett, Ariel at Odds Over Future of Jewish HomeArgument erupts in Jewish Home faction meeting over whether to add Tekuma members to the list, leading to rumors of split. Netanyahu Blames Ministers for Coalition CrisisPrime Minister issues sharp criticism against ministers for 'subversions and attacks' on the government. Are elections inevitable? Feiglin: Stop the Political Game, Hold ElectionsDeputy Knesset Speaker MK Moshe Feiglin calls on Netanyahu to let the public's vote solve political tensions, as coalition crisis snowballs. PM Aide: Meeting with Lapid Not for ReconciliationNir Hefetz says Prime Minister wants some straight answers from Finance Minister. Yesh Atid denies it attempted a putsch under PM's nose. Elkin: The Coalition Won't Dissolve Over State LawCoalition chairman says he is open to talks about rewording the Jewish State Law, says it's up to Lapid to change his behavior. Netanyahu to Meet Rogue Ministers MondayPrime Minister will meet ministers Lapid, Livni to see if the government is still salvageable, or whether elections are imminent. Bennett to Left: We Will Not Be Silent AnymoreNaftali Bennett tells Left to 'keep calm' after demonstrations against nationalists Saturday night erupt in incitement. If Crisis Not Resolved, We Will Draw ConclusionsNetanyahu opened Cabinet meeting addressing tensions between Ministers. 'There is no day that passes without threats and ultimatums.' We Won't Establish Alternative GovernmentAryeh Deri speaks out about Netanyahu offer: We will not form alternate coalition if Netanyahu will go ahead with elections. Deputy Minister Says Elections Are 'Inevitable'Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis criticizes Finance Minister Yair Lapid for saying the government is "stuck", says Lapid is welcome to resign. Netanyahu 'Close to Calling Elections', Say AidesPM Netanyahu is close to making a decision regarding elections, regardless of what happens with the Jewish State Law. 'Jewish State Law' Vote Postponed - AgainVote on controversial law postponed for at least one more week; PM to present his compromise bill before original draft advances in Knesset. Netanyahu's Appeal to Hareidi Parties RevealedThird report in 48 hours: PM approaches hareidi MKs - who say they want a commitment in writing. 'We don't trust Bibi anymore,' MKs say. Liberman's Campaign: Divide Israel for 'Unity'FM Avigdor Liberman's election campaign for Yisrael Beytenu urges giving Arab 'Triangle' area to create Palestinian state to 'unify' Jews. Storm in Knesset Over Jewish State LawOpposition MKs attack Netanyahu over his defense of the Jewish State bill; Herzog calls to establish new government. Livni Torpedoing Zoabi BillAfter stalling Jewish People Bill, Justice Minister postpones debate of bill for ejecting rogue MK from Knesset. Peretz Submits Bill to Prevent Bennett as PMMK Amir Peretz submits bill to revert to direct prime ministerial elections - specifically to prevent 'extremist' Bennett from becoming PM. Orbach: Left Involved in Feiglin FiascoMinister says Opposition escalated Monday's tiff in the Knesset, during which Moshe Feiglin was called 'fascist,' for political reasons. Uproar in Knesset as MKs Call Feiglin 'Fascist'Opposition MKs verbally attack MK Moshe Feiglin on Knesset plenum; two MKs removed from the plenary after making threats, hurling insults. Crisis on Hold: Jewish State Law Vote DeferredAs Avigdor Liberman tries to defuse crisis between prime minister and Hatnua, vote on disputed bill is postponed.Wednesday's Vote Set to Derail CoalitionTzipi Livni vows to fight the Jewish State bill and may vote against it – forcing Netanyahu to fire her. Yair Lapid has vowed to vote 'nay.' Bennett: Jewish State Law Saves Southern Tel AvivJewish Home chairman says High Court will now have to assist the neighborhoods flooded by foreign workers. Livni: bill 'ruins the country.' Cabinet to Vote on 'Jewish State' Law TodayTensions high throughout the political system before monumental vote on 'Jewish State Law'; leftist MKs fume. Hareidim Say 'No' to NetanyahuPrime Minister Netanyahu allegedly approached hareidi MKs with a coalition deal - but this time, they say they're sick of being 'used.' Bill: Expand Hesder Active Service to 2 YearsLabor MK behind bill seeks to right 'historic distortion' of soldiers' rights, he claims, by scaling back state support for Torah study. Chief Rabbi Praises PM's Conversion DecisionNetanyahu's move to shelve conversion liberalization wins him accolades from Chief Sephardic Rabbi. MKs Sizzling as PM Appears to Move Toward Hareidim'Bibi trembles from the hareidim and has succumbed to them,' charges Tzipi Livni after Netanyahu dumps her Conversion Bill. Radical Bill Proposes Change in Shabbat ObservanceYesh Atid and Hatnua MKs poised to raise massive political debate with bill giving local authorities free hand to desecrate Shabbat. Talk of New Coalition Without 'Childish' LapidCoalition Chairman Levin warns a coalition change is in the cards, but 'irresponsible' Lapid's party may find itself out. Report: PM Unwilling to Torpedo CoalitionNetanyahu 'unwilling to turn the world upside down' for Bennett. But what does that actually mean? Akunis: Coalition in Danger from Kerry DealDeputy Minister warns coalition govt. faces significant changes due to US pressure on Jordan Valley withdrawal. MK Shaked: Coalition will Last a Long TimeJewish Home parliamentarian thinks 'peace talks' are going nowhere, but admits the party can be replaced. |
