Referendum Law

Shas MK Warns Against Referendum Law

MK Nissim Ze'ev said that the new law will actually make it easier to cede Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Law Requiring Referendum for Land Concessions Passes

Law does not directly apply to Judea and Samaria, but could impact 'land swap' proposals.

Peace Deal 'Moving Further Away,' Says Netanyahu

PM says PA's refusal to recognize Jewish state is a 'deal-breaker' for talks; calls for a strong government.

Governance Bill Changes Too Much, Too Soon, Says Expert

Political scientist speaks to Arutz Sheva on Opposition's resistance to the bill, why political decisions need to be implemented over time.

Referendum Law Approved for Second and Third Readings

Law which would require Knesset majority approval to give away land is a step closer to becoming a Basic Law.

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Massive Explosions Rock Cairo's Police HQ

Car bomb destroys part of headquarters, second blast targets subway station. Timed for anniversary of uprising that toppled Mubarak.

Egypt Government Hails High Referendum Turnout

Preliminary tallies suggest that more than 90 percent of Egyptians have voted in favor of the new constitution.

Egyptian Official Hints Constitution was Overwhelmingly Approved

95% of voters may have approved Egypt's new constitution, says official as vote counting is underway.

Muslim Brotherhood Warned Ahead of Egypt Referendum

Egypt's interior minister warns the Muslim Brotherhood that troops will use unprecedented force if vote on new constitution is disrupted.

Danon Warns: Referendum Idea is Dangerous

Dep. Defense Minister says nationalists are wrong to rely on the promise that no land will be ceded without a referendum.

Morsi Supporters to Boycott Referendum on Constitution

The Islamist supporters of deposed Egyptian president announce they will boycott a referendum on a new constitution next month.

Date Announced for Referendum on Egypt's Constitution

A referendum on Egypt's draft constitution will be held on January 14-15, says interim President Adly Mansour.

Poll: Majority of Israelis Oppose Concessions

Survey by Israel Democracy Institute reveals wide public support for referendum on any peace deal, opposition to more Israeli concessions.

Cabinet Okays Referendum Bill for Final Status Agreement

The Cabinet passes a referendum bill to require the approval of the entire citizenry of Israel before any agreement with the PA passes.

Why Left and Right Agree on Referendum

MKs from Bayit Yehudi, Hatnua agree the nation should have a chance to vote on Israel-PA agreement.

PA Chairman Mirrors Israeli PM for Referendum on Peace Deal

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas says he will hold a referendum over any final status agreement reached with Israel before signing the dotted line

Bennett: Referendum Law or No Budget

Bayit Yehudi supports Netanayhu initiative to bring any “peace deal” to a plebiscite. Livni, Lieberman unite in opposition

PM: Referendum Before Any Deal With the PA

A referendum will be called before Israel surrenders any land to a PA state, Prime Minister Netanyahu said

Lieberman: Referendum a Bad Idea

Yisrael Beyteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman said that he opposed holding a referendum on withdrawal from Judea and Samaria

Clinton: Israeli Vote Doesn't Nail Shut Door to Peace

The outcome of Israel's elections did not torpedo hopes for peace with PA, but instead opened up a new chance for dialogue, Clinton said.

Egypt Tense as Voting on Referendum Begins

Morsi's opposition accuses Muslim Brotherhood of vote rigging in first day of vote on new constitution.

Knesset Passes Referendum Law With Large Majority

Referendum bill passes in Knesset with a majority of 65 MKs. Kadima leader Tzipi Livni earlier made a U-turn on the bill.

Final Vote on Referendum Bill Monday

The law would require a national referendum on future land-for-peace deals involving territory under Israeli sovereignty.

Referendum on Land Surrender May Include Judea and Samaria

A Cabinet panel puts teeth into a law requiring a plebiscite before any surrender of Jerusalem or the Golan. Judea and Samaria may be next.

Report: Netanyahu Pushes Referendum on Peace Deal

PM Netanyahu is reported to be pushing for a national referendum on any future deal with the PA.

Jerusalem-Golan Bill Goes to the Knesset for Final Vote

A nat'l referendum must be held before any part of Golan or Jerusalem is given away, according to a bill that has now passed a significant hurdle.

Expert: Referendum a Primary Tool of Democracy

Political expert Prof. Avi Diskin explains the benefits and drawbacks of holding a national referendum.

Referendum Law Vote Canceled Due to Last-Minute Appeal

The vote on a bill that would force a referendum before withdrawal from Israeli land is canceled due to a Likud minister's last-minute appeal.