Yaakov Peri

Former ISA Director:

'I lied because I hadn't been in the IDF'

Former ISA director Yaakov Peri explains why he lied about his military service.

'Israel should not be the one to initiate ceasefire'

Yaakov Peri, former Shabak chief, explains why it is necessary to eliminate Hamas 'chief of staff' Mohammed Deif.

Ex-Security Chief:

'Netanyahu and his family need extra security'

'There is an atmosphere today that could lead to political assassination,' warns former head of the Shin Bet internal security agency.

Disgraced lawmaker admits he lied about serving in the IDF

Former Shin Bet head and MK Yaakov Peri admits he made up fictitious IDF service over embarrassment over being rejected for medical reasons.

Where did Lapid really serve in the IDF?

Amid inconsistencies about his IDF service record, Lapid insists he was drafted into the Air Defense Command before leaving due to asthma.

Former Shabak head resigns from Knesset

Yesh Atid MK who served as Shabak head resigns from Knesset after being accused of leaking information to Interior Minister.

Double parking to become criminal offense

'Outrageous for a person to block a parked car, prevent the other driver from leaving, and then face no legal repercussions.'

Bill to cut terrorists' pensions passes first reading

New bill seeks to prevent pension fund payments and disability insurance to terrorists and their families.

Social benefits for terrorists - at our expense?

The Knesset Legislation Committee approves MK Yaakov Peri's proposed law to stop social benefits to terrorists.

Security Cabinet Was Not Informed About Mengistu Abduction

Former security cabinet member Yaakov Peri asserts ministers were kept in the dark about Avraham Mengistu's kidnapping.

Report: Former Minister Yaakov Perry to Resign from Knesset

Perry allegedly to resign over Yesh Atid's place in the Opposition, allowing Elazar Stern to step in.

Shaked Crowdsources Suggestions for Peri's ISIS Negotiations

After Yesh Atid MK Yaakov Peri suggests negotiating with Islamic State, Jewish Home's Ayelet Shaked offers him a 'helping hand'.

Yesh Atid Shows Leftist Colors

Former Science Minister Yesh Atid MK Yaakov Peri said Monday that Yesh Atid would sit in a coalition with far-left Meretz.

Bennett Attacks Peri for 'Chauvinistic' Jibe at Shaked

Naftali Bennett responds harshly to Yaakov Peri's claim that Ayelet Shaked is too inexperienced for Minister of Internal Security.

'Advocate for the Poor' Deri Worth NIS 4.8 million

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri is worth NIS 4.8 million ($1.15 million), according to documents he filed disclosing his personal net worth.

Minister Says Search 'May Take Months or Years'

Yesh Atid minister says no to negotiations with 'murderous terror organization,' but peace negotiations eventually 'necessary.'

Yesh Atid Minister Blames Jewish Home For Talks Failure

Minister Yaakov Peri attacks Jewish Home 'sabotage' of talks, says pact is over and Jewish Home won't 'decide if we sit in government.'

Yaakov Peri: PA Doesn't Know How to Compromise

For Israel, releasing terrorists is a quid pro quo for progress in talks with the PA. Without talks the next release may be in jeopardy

Peri: Evict 25% of Judea, Samaria Jews From Their Homes

Science Minister proposes that evicting Judea, Samaria residents as part of deal would be 'painful,' but 'a reasonable compromise.'

Israeli Politicians, Academics Condemn ASA Academic Boycott

Professors, politicians, even a left-wing figure condemn the boycott of the American Studies Association against Israel.

Report: Draft-Dodging Sanctions to Be Economic, Not Criminal

New draft law for hareidi-religious sector set to impose economic sanctions - not criminal punishment - against draft-dodgers.

Orbach: Blame the Arabs, Not Jewish Home

Minister for Senior Citizens Uri Orbach hits back at those blaming his party for the failure of peace talks with the Palestinian Authority.

Yaakov Peri Says Relationship with Jewish Home Untenable

Yesh Atid minister slams nationalist coalition partners, says sooner or later, one of them will have to go.