MK interrogated over alleged leak of committee protocols
MK Gilad Kariv interrogated by police over alleged leak of confidential protocols from Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
MK Gilad Kariv interrogated by police over alleged leak of confidential protocols from Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
MK Gilad Kariv summoned for questioning under caution next week on suspicion of leaking classified protocols from the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Meir Shemtsov, a haredi who served in the IDF, called for haredi leaders to work against the stigma that drafting holds in haredi communities.
Senior intelligence officer reports to Defense Committee on IDF's actions to pressure Hamas into releasing more hostages, tensions in Persian Gulf.
Analysts believe that Hamas has recruited about 20,000 new terrorists since the beginning of the war and several thousand in the months of the ceasefire alone.
Rabbi Yaakov Meidan, dean of Yeshivat Har Etzion, criticizes evasion of IDF service. 'The burden is unbearable; rabbis should give students the choice if to serve.'
MK Evgenny Sova speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel News about what he heard from the Chief of Staff during a meeting of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, and about the need to promote a law that drafts everyone into the army.
Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Yuli Edelstein, met with IDF soldiers and promised to push the draft law, 'I am leading the draft law for our combat soldiers.'
A heated discussion took place today at the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee regarding the haredi draft law.
Defense Minister Israel Katz today laid out the key points of the proposed haredi draft law, among them a list of economic penalties for failure to meet enlistment goals.
State Attorney's Office confirms that investigation is underway against MK Gilad Kariv for leaking a document from the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari apologized for his criticism of the 'Feldstein Law', admitting he overstepped his boundaries.
The Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee approves bill against UNRWA in second and third reading; to be brought to a Knesset plenary vote shortly.
The letter was delivered at the beginning of a Knesset committee meeting by MK Zvi Sukkot, calling for the Prosecutor to see the truth.
'I fully stand behind what I did': MK Zvi Sukkot does not regret breaking into the Sde Teiman base after reservists' arrest and says, 'I was doing my job.'
'The IDF is an institution that belongs to all of us and not to any political party. Unlike planes or bombs, soldiers cannot be brought from abroad, so we need to recruit more.'
The Defense Minister left a meeting with the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, who supervise the Defense Ministry, after disagreeing with their demands.
The subcommittee members have criticized the decision, claiming that the Defense Minister is preventing them from carrying out their responsibilities.
Yuli Edelstein, Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chair, warns: 'Any attempt to circumvent the Knesset regulations and prevent the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee from handling the draft law will meet an appropriate response.'
Likud outraged by PM’s remarks that a test-run was being held to bring back Palestinian workers to Israel. Netanyahu’s advisors claimed that this was only a one-time plan.
MK Zvi Sukkot led a deliberation on left-wing activist violence, harassment, and vandalism. 'This is one step closer to victory,' he commented.
MK Tzvi Succot: 'The time has come to deal with those who do not live in Judea and Samaria and continually hamper the settlers.'
Netanyahu: The difference between Hamas and the PA is only that Hamas wants to destroy us here and now and the PA wants to do it in stages.
Several MKs are demanding a debate on the demolition of homes of terrorists who only wound victims instead of killing them.
The Foreign and Defense Committee Chairman met with counterparts from the Baltic states to discuss military and intelligence cooperation.
Opposition livid that discussion on Palestinian outposts was scheduled within days, while young settlement waited six months.
Arab MK Mara'ana joins Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee 'to be on guard,' says option of Gaza war 'doesn't work.'
Former Head of the Cyber Subcommittee of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee stresses the importance of monitoring Iran closely.
The head of Israel's foreign affairs committee thinks that New Hope is headed for the top.
"This is a significant role with great importance to Israel's security. We must not allow a vacuum on the security-political issue."
Foreign Affairs & Defense Committee visits Gaza area: 'No doubt solution lies in occupying Gaza, destroying terror, return to normal life.'
Likud MK to head subcommittee of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee which deals with foreign policy and public relations.
Mother of Avera Mengistu, held captive in Gaza, laments failure to bring back her son. 'My son would not be there if they acted right away.'
Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee discusses IDF battle against thefts from bases, fire zones; 'Armed soldiers robbed in broad daylight.'
Likud MK refuses to sign report because it criticizes PM Netanyahu.
EU parliamentarians visited the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee and heard security analysis from committee head Avi Dichter.
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee tours Har Hevron area after terror attacks, meets victims' relatives.
Jewish Home MK and other members of Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee visit Judea and Samaria communities.
Members of Foreign Press Association angered over Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee invitation over biased reporting.
Following internal probe of its military, Russia tells Israel that it is not passing weapons on to Hezbollah.
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee prepares to update Draft Law according to haredi parties' demands.
Foreign Affairs and Defense Comm. chair will investigate why military censor cleared information on possible Iran strike for publication.
Tibi says party willing to take financial influence instead of access to defense committee, heading off serious security concerns.
Nationalist MKs pounce on Labor head who won't rule out letting MK Ahmed Tibi into Knesset's sensitive Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee
Israel needs over 1 billion shekels to return to the security level before Protective Edge, Elkin says.
PM 'doesn't want one state from Sea to Jordan, must separate from Palestinians,' after ruling out talks. MKs warn of unilateral steps.
MK Omer Bar-Lev suspended from Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee for leaking a letter that should have been classified.
A six-month standoff prevented the appointment of a permanent chairman to the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
MKs Elkin and Levin will head the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Ofer Shelah and Ze'ev Elkin to serve as rotating heads of Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Opposition leader files appeal in protest of delay in the appointment of a chairman to Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Speaker Edelstein says Netanyahu, Lapid are not close to agreeing on a chairman for the key committee.
Shas chairman reportedly foiled an attempt to appoint rival Yishai as temporary head of Foreign Affairs and Defense C'tee.
The Likud party’s ‘unprecedented’ attempt to rule with just 1 of every 6 Knesset seats poses a challenge, says MK Levin.
Knesset Speaker plans to appoint himself as temporary Chairman of the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee due to coalition spat.
Head of Defense Committee says Israel takes care of its prisoners.
Government approves expanding call-up to include 70,000 reservists in further sign of impending ground operation.
The powerful Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense committee is calling for a 'special situation' in Israel's south as rockets rain down.