Edelstein to Continue as Knesset Speaker
An overwhelming majority of 103 MKs choose Yuli Edelstein to continue in his role as Knesset Speaker in the 20th Knesset as well.
An overwhelming majority of 103 MKs choose Yuli Edelstein to continue in his role as Knesset Speaker in the 20th Knesset as well.

At an olive grove at Mishor Adumim, east of Jerusalem, 225 saplings were uprooted over the weekend.

First meeting to discuss preliminary plans to form a coalition; Bennett expected to ask for Defense, Foreign Affairs Ministries.

Jewish Home reps visit Reuven Rivlin in pre-coalition talks; Rivlin suggests clarifying coalition laws.

Former Labor chairman Shelly Yechimovich calls on Labor MKs to unite and rethink party's worldview after loss.

President reportedly tells political officials he plans to work towards a Likud-Labor unity government.

Despite an emerging drop in seats for the Jewish Home, chairman Naftali Bennett says he is "proud" of religious Zionism.

Netanyahu says he is 'very worried' by the reports and calls on nationalists to wake up and get out the vote before it's too late.

President Reuven Rivlin votes in the 20th Knesset election, urges Israelis to 'take destiny in your hands' and vote.

Memorandum for two countries to share information, promote mutual interests - the fifth the Knesset has signed recently.

'We are strong together,' Jewish Home chairman urges, less than 24 hours before the vote.

Meretz, Labor reps attend; former Mossad Chief Meir Dagan: under Netanyahu, Israel was 'stuck.'

Prime Minister Netanyahu says his speech did indeed offer a new alternative to the emerging agreement with Iran.

Interior Minister blasts Herzog for his continued criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech, calls him to rise above politics.

Speaking ahead of flight to the US, where he will address Congress, PM says he represents 'all Israelis, even those who disagree with me.'

Labor leader refuses to rule out joining a Likud-led coalition, defends decision not to attend election leaders' debate.

Following stabbing attack in Jerusalem, Defense Minister vows to continue to firmly fight terror.

As tension grows over US deal Netanyahu says will leave Iran as a nuclear threat, Likud comes out with hard-hitting campaign video.

Likud withdraws petition against V15 after failing to find a "smoking gun" linking it to leftist parties.

Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis says Labor is too far-left to be considered for a potential coalition; guarantees Jewish Home will be included.

Central Elections Committee chairman is uncomfortable with the party's platform - to move Israeli Arabs to the PA - but it is still legal.

Yesh Atid chairman pledges to take billions of shekel from JNF and funnel it to social causes, housing crisis.

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

Housing, Defense Ministry officials, IDF search for alternative land for Amona, slated to be destroyed - without inviting residents.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon meet with northern commanders - and say IDF will fight terrorism threats.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, Likud MKs praise project encouraging small businesses in Judea-Samaria, in defiance of BDS campaign.

At inauguration of visitor's center in Hevron Museum, President Reuven Rivlin highlights Jewish people's connection to the ancient city.

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon warns: attacks from 'rogue states' will not be tolerated, especially after successful IAF strike.

Jewish Home chairman responds to criticism over his recruiting former soccer player Eli Ohana to the party.

MK Rina Frenkel to step down, work for Yesh Atid on the executive side, she announces.

Several previous MKs likely to find themselves without seats as they are bumped down the list.

Kadima party leader turns down reserved spot on Labor party list, effectively marking the end of his political career.

MK Regev slams Yoav Galant for hinting than an airstrike targeting a Hezbollah commander was timed to coincide with the election campaign.

Orbach to undergo treatments for pneumonia, says he waited until Jewish Home primaries fever died down to pursue intensive care.

Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir says he "finds it hard to identify" with Yisrael Beytenu's new platform and will not run with the party.

Former Hatnua MK will be joining Yair Lapid's party, just weeks after resigning from Hatnua.

Court issues injunction against tomorrow's primary elections after candidate accuses party officials of foul play; decision at 8:00 a.m.

Likud responds angrily to harsh comments MK Tzipi Livni made Saturday against PM Netanyahu's 'weakness' during Gaza Op.

Police recommend indictment of former Labor MK over bribes, money laundering, fraud, and tax-related offenses.

MK quits after three subsequent Knesset terms, against background of corruption scandal.
