Hezki Baruch

Hezki Baruch

Arutz Sheva political correspondent

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Netanyahu: There is no Building Freeze

In visit to Gaza region, PM says Hamas 'got the message' and IDF is in control, denies he has been freezing 'settlements.'

Netanyahu: There is no Building Freeze

Knesset Debates Rock-Proofing School Buses

MK demands NIS 50M go to reinforced windows for school buses in Judea and Samaria, which are getting very old and unsafe.

Knesset Debates Rock-Proofing School Buses

Rajoub: Tel Aviv Bombs Out, Shooting Settlers In

The Yesha Council is demanding that something be done about restraining the incitement of top Fatah terrorist Jibril Rajoub.

Rajoub: Tel Aviv Bombs Out, Shooting Settlers In

Bennett: 'Wall of Deterrence' Will Stop Terror

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett on Monday met with MKs and party members to discuss ways to battle the current terror wave.

Bennett: 'Wall of Deterrence' Will Stop Terror

'Today Everyone Knows: Bibi is Dividing J'lem'

Councilman tasked with security portfolio slams government for abandoning capital, warns PM's new walls reveal his hand.

'Today Everyone Knows: Bibi is Dividing J'lem'

Minister Demands: Expel the Terrorist's Family

Minister Regev urges the expulsion of family of Israeli Arab terrorist who launched bloody Be'er Sheva attack.

Minister Demands: Expel the Terrorist's Family

Ministers Approve Bill Blocking Boycotters' Entry

People who call for boycotting Israel will not be allowed into the country, according to a bill by MK Yinon Magal.

Ministers Approve Bill Blocking Boycotters' Entry

Yehuda Glick: I'm Here to Say Thank You

One year after surviving an assassination attempt, Yehuda Glick returns to the Menachem Begin Heritage to celebrate his recovery.

Yehuda Glick: I'm Here to Say Thank You

Chief Rabbi: Kohen Who Kills Terrorist Can Bless

A Kohen who kills a terrorist may still recite the priestly blessing of peace, says Rabbi Yosef.

Chief Rabbi: Kohen Who Kills Terrorist Can Bless

Bennett: Abbas is a Terrorist, Don't Talk to Him

Jewish Home chairman attacks Netanyahu's statement that he is willing to meet PA chairman in an attempt to end terror wave.

Bennett: Abbas is a Terrorist, Don't Talk to Him

Jerusalem Central Bus Station Victim Released

Six other terror victims remain hospitalized in Shaare Zedek Medical Center; two in serious condition.

Jerusalem Central Bus Station Victim Released

Hundreds Attend Funeral of 'Lone' Terror Victim

Emotional funeral service for 51 year-old Alon Guverg, who was murdered in Jerusalem bus shooting and stabbing spree Tuesday.

Hundreds Attend Funeral of 'Lone' Terror Victim

Proposal: Strengthen Security in Synagogues

Religious Affairs Minister David Azoulay makes specific requests to secure synagogues, noting prayer cannot be postponed.

Proposal: Strengthen Security in Synagogues

Final Victim of Jerusalem Terror Identified

Second man murdered in Armon Hanatziv attack named ahead of double burials in the capital.

Final Victim of Jerusalem Terror Identified

Cabinet Approves IDF Security on Public Transit

Cabinet approves new security system for public transportation. IDF soldiers will serve as security guards in the interim.

Cabinet Approves IDF Security on Public Transit

Knesset Speaker: Time for Unity Government

Now is the time to unite against terror, Yuli Edelstein asserts, urging parties to disband with political divisions and come together.

Knesset Speaker: Time for Unity Government

Netanyahu: Terrorists 'To Pay Full Price'

Prime Minister vows to pass additional steps against terrorists, inciters at special Knesset session in memory of Rehavam Ze'evi.

Netanyahu: Terrorists 'To Pay Full Price'

Odeh: PM Invented 'Blood Libel' Against Arabs

In letter to Attorney General, Ayman Odeh demands Prime Minister be prosecuted for defamation and incitement against Arabs.

Odeh: PM Invented 'Blood Libel' Against Arabs

'Terrorist Chased the Driver With a Huge Knife'

Armon Hanatziv resident recounts how she spoke to bus driver just before attack, and watched him just escape death.

'Terrorist Chased the Driver With a Huge Knife'

'Driver Shouted: He's Butchering the Passengers!'

Bus driver who rode behind J'lem bus targeted in lethal attack recalls horror as terrorist approached, then returned to lock in riders.

'Driver Shouted: He's Butchering the Passengers!'

Minister Regev: Stop Free Legal Aid to Terrorists

Likud minister demands Justice Minister Shaked stop providing public defense attorneys to terrorist murderers.

Minister Regev: Stop Free Legal Aid to Terrorists

'A Great Miracle, Stabbed Inches From His Heart'

Two victims in Pisgat Ze'ev stabbing stabilize, brother of one reveals miraculous survival; residents protest: 'we can't continue this way.'

'A Great Miracle, Stabbed Inches From His Heart'

Netanyahu Promises to Secure Israel's Borders

'We will finish building fences around the State of Israel,' Prime Minister declares at weekly Likud meeting.

Netanyahu Promises to Secure Israel's Borders

'There is No Security in Jerusalem'

At Interior Committee Erdan warns 'height of terror wave, innocent civilians at the front'; police chief: 'live fire at rock terrorists.'

'There is No Security in Jerusalem'

'The Jews Will Not be Driven from Jerusalem'

Daniel Luria of Ateret Cohanim calls on Jews around the world to fill the Old City of Jerusalem in response to latest terror wave.

'The Jews Will Not be Driven from Jerusalem'

Islamic Movement Likely to be Declared Illegal

The Islamic Movement is likely to be declared illegal, after ministers met again Sunday night to discuss the latest round of terror attacks.

Islamic Movement Likely to be Declared Illegal

Police Chief: Snipers Effective against Rioters

Since police began using less-than-lethal Ruger rifles against rock throwers, Arab riots have become less severe.

Police Chief: Snipers Effective against Rioters

Policeman Injured During Jerusalem Attack Critical

Dep. director of Shaare Zedek, Dr. Ofer Merin, gives medical update of six terror victims currently being treated at the Jerusalem hospital.

Policeman Injured During Jerusalem Attack Critical

Hero Policeman Speaks After Attempted Bombing

Sgt. Maj. Moshe Chen felt his face burning, but he nonetheless urged people to stay away from the terrorist who injured him.

Hero Policeman Speaks After Attempted Bombing

Roni Alsheich Appointed Next Police Chief

Internal Security Minister Gilad Erdan welcomes appointment, says it will allow the Israel Police to 'move forward.'

Roni Alsheich Appointed Next Police Chief

Shaked Vows to Demolish More Terrorists' Homes

In visit to Henkin family home, Justice Minister promises that measures to legalize full demolition of terrorists' homes underway.

Shaked Vows to Demolish More Terrorists' Homes

Likud MKs Squabble Whether to Back or Bash Ya'alon

Rookie MK Haskel calls Hazan's demand to dismiss defense minister in light of lacking terror response 'irresponsible.'

Likud MKs Squabble Whether to Back or Bash Ya'alon

'We Are Here Because Jerusalem is Ours'

Yair Lapid tours Old City of Jerusalem expressing support for security forces and gratitude to local Jewish residents.

'We Are Here Because Jerusalem is Ours'

'Netanyahu, Tell the Truth: No Palestinian State'

Jewish Home MK Yinon Magal urges world leaders to admit that there is 'no realistic way' to establish a Palestinian state and stay secure.

'Netanyahu, Tell the Truth: No Palestinian State'

French Embassy Shuns Judea-Samaria Leaders

Judea-Samaria mayors disinvited from Legion Award ceremony in Yafo. Officials: they never would have done this when Liberman was FM.

French Embassy Shuns Judea-Samaria Leaders

Will Israel Send a Man to the Moon?

Israeli nonprofit SpaceIL becomes the first organization to advance in a unique Google contest promoting space travel.

Will Israel Send a Man to the Moon?

'Ya'alon Has Gone Mad'

Defense Minister blamed Jewish 'gangs' for Arab terror attacks in meeting with settlers.

'Ya'alon Has Gone Mad'

Liberman: Arab Violence is an 'Organized Campaign'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman warns that the wave of Arab violence goes beyond Jerusalem, calls on the government to act.

Liberman: Arab Violence is an 'Organized Campaign'

Ex-Chief Rabbi comforts

'I Remember How it is to be an Orphaned Child'

Holocaust survivor and Tel Aviv Chief Rabbi Lau, together with Rabbi Lior, visits parents of Rabbi Henkin to comfort Henkin family.

'I Remember How it is to be an Orphaned Child'

Bennett: Law in J'lem is the Same as in Tel Aviv

Jewish Home holds faction meeting in Old City, with Bennett promising no more terrorist releases and an implementation of law.

Bennett: Law in J'lem is the Same as in Tel Aviv