Elul 1, 5777, 8/23/2017
Cabinet Meeting PM Netanyahu: Get out of the houses, get out of the buildingsPM Netanyahu stresses importance of preparing for possible quake, praises Finance Minister's willingness to cooperate on new 'rule.' PLO blasts cabinet over Jerusalem meetingPLO's Saeb Erekat says holding weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem is a provocation. PM: We will make a series of decisions for strengthening J'lemPM emphasizes at opening of cabinet meeting in Western Wall tunnels the historic connection between the Jewish people and Jerusalem. 'We're setting goals for the ministries'PM Netanyahu speaks about regulation of cannabis, economy, and the goals government ministries set for themselves. Netanyahu fends off criticism of defense aid agreementAt cabinet meeting PM Netanyahu fended off criticism of the defense aid agreement signed between Israel and the US. Netanyahu: France itself has supported incitementOpening Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu calls for France to recognize that terror in Israel is same as terror in France. Jewish Home divided on Reform prayer at KotelUri Ariel blasts change to 'status quo' at Kotel while Bennett and Shaked appear primed to vote in favor of proposal to allow Reform prayer. PM: Israel to authorize return of evicted Hevron residentsNetanyahu says process to authorize Hevron homes will begin today, and stresses Israel's support for 'settlements under attack.' PM demands 'national effort' to reduce gaps between Jews, ArabsNetanyahu states new gov't program to spearhead development in Arab sector will occur simultaneously with program to enforce Israel's laws. Netanyahu: 'No comparison' between Arab and Jewish terrorAt Cabinet meeting, PM says attempts to tie Religious Zionism to extremism is a 'great injustice' to 'valuable part of Israeli society. Netanyahu: We are in 'determined struggle' against terrorAt Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu addresses ongoing terror wave as well as efforts to integrate haredim into workforce. PM: We stand on our right to live in Jewish, democratic stateOn 68th anniversary of UN voting to recognize a Jewish state in Israel, Netanyahu announces plans to resume work on Jewish State Law. PM: Gas deal will bring 'energy independence' to IsraelNetanyahu touts multibillion gas deal in Cabinet meeting: 'natural gas will be number one growth engine in Israel in coming years.' Netanyahu, Cabinet Pass Slew of Anti-Terror MeasuresSecurity reinforcements, new roads, and new laws. 'We will defeat terror, as we have done in the past,' the Prime Minister warns. Netanyahu Slams Faulty Iran DealCurrent deal being assembled 'worse' than 1994 North Korean nuclear deal, Netanyahu argues, ahead of July 7 deadline. PM Blasts West for Ignoring Iran's Human Rights ViolationsNetanyahu urges P5+1 not to rush to sign a bad deal with Iran, condemns world powers for pushing human rights record, red lines aside. Netanyahu: I Will Not Capitulate to Populist Gas ProposalsFor first time in state's history, Cabinet invokes Antitrust Law's Article 52, declaring gas deal a matter of national security. Netanyahu: UN Gaza Report a 'Waste of Time'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu praises official Israeli counter-report, says other reports' goal to 'blacken the State of Israel.' Netanyahu Vows to 'Expose Truth' Before UN Gaza ReportPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu hails report from top military officers vindicating Israel's conduct during Gaza war.'Israel Won't Bow Down to Forces Trying to Deny Right to Exist'Addressing cabinet meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu stresses Israel has nothing to apologize for, and all it must do is 'say the truth.' Netanyahu: Those Who Want Divided Jerusalem 'Don't Live Here'Netanyahu vows to keep Jerusalem united in special Cabinet meeting. Will the Government be Sworn In Thursday?After Sunday cabinet meeting canceled, analysts speculate Netanyahu may postpone presentation of his fourth government until Monday. Ahead of Government Change, Netanyahu Looks BackNetanyahu explores positives of previous government, after elections focused on what went wrong - not what went well. Netanyahu: 'Right' Iran Deal Delays Nuclear ProliferationBinyamin Netanyahu reiterates the evils of a deal with too many loopholes for Iran in first Cabinet address post-Congress. Report: France the Most Dangerous Country for JewsAnti-Semitism Report for 2014, chronicling anti-Semitic incidents worldwide, will be presented during PM's Cabinet meeting Sunday. Netanyahu: ICC Inquiry is Height of HypocrisyAt his weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu discusses ICC probe, Japan PM's visit and the plan to raise Israel's minimum wage. Cabinet to Vote on Minimum Wage RaiseThe plan to gradually raise Israel's minimum wage in three stages will likely be approved by the PM's Cabinet Sunday. Minister Blasts 'Sick' Palestinians for ICC MoveSunday's Cabinet meeting heats up with a discussion on the PA's decision to apply for the International Criminal Court. Liberman: Corruption Scandal Purposely Timed for Elections'The investigation was coordinated with the elections,' Liberman asserts, demanding 'satisfactory explanation' from state prosecutor. PM: Palestinian State will Lead Islamists to Tel Aviv, JerusalemPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu vows to fight foreign pressure to withdraw from Judea-Samaria ahead of Kerry meeting in Rome. Cabinet Approves Gadi Eizenkot as Next IDF Chief of StaffGovernment ministers unanimously approve Gadi Eizenkot's appointment as IDF Chief of Staff during Sunday Cabinet meeting. Cabinet Approves Increasing Disabled Persons in Civil ServiceThe Cabinet approved Sunday PM's initiative to increase employment of disabled persons in civil service. Directives to be issued in 45 days. Ministers Squabble Over Jewish State LawHeated debate, arguing erupts in Knesset Cabinet meeting on 'Jewish State' law, ahead of pivotal vote on Israel's identity. PM: 'It is Clear Israel is the Jewish National Homeland'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu hails Jewish State Law proposal, says 'balance' between Jewish, democratic values is 'obvious.'PM: 'We Will Not Tolerate Calls for the Destruction of Israel'Netanyahu instructs authorities to ban extremist Islamist groups, warns world powers over allowing Iran to retain nuclear program. 12 Days and Still No Cabinet MeetingAfter a series of delays and cancellations, the Cabinet meeting is still not being convened today due to 'the long holiday break'. Emergency Cabinet Meeting: What Next?Israel’s top defense, political leaders to meet to discuss next step following Gaza attacks. Netanyahu Stresses Unity, Action Against Iran in Cabinet MeetingPrime Minister opens his weekly cabinet meeting stressing unity - both of the Jewish people at home, and of the West against Iran. 'Whoever Attacks Us Will Bear the Consequences'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu opens his weekly cabinet meeting by responding to Gaza rocket attacks, Iranian military maneuvers. Netanyahu: We Will Enforce Anti-Infiltrator LawsPrime Minister addresses last week's protests in weekly cabinet meeting, vows to uphold the law despite leftists' best efforts. Outrage Continues Over US Spying AllegationsUS 'spied on former Defense Minister from apartment across the street'. Netanyahu: We don't need special occasion to demand Pollard release. |
