Hezki Baruch

Controversial exhibition scheduled at the Knesset

An exhibition to be displayed tomorrow at the Knesset as part of a discussion on economic oppression against women has provoked sharp opposition from religious organizations.

No water or electricity

Israel begins process to disconnect UNRWA facilities in Jerusalem

Energy Minister Eli Cohen instructed the Electric Corporation and Hagihon to begin disconnecting UNRWA facilities from infrastructure, citing the new law aimed at ending the agency’s activities.

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds to the opposition's claims in a 40-signature debate in the Knesset on the government's conduct.

Last hostage's mother:

Last hostage's mother, Talik Gvili: 'Don't rebuild Gaza before Rani comes home'

Talik Gvili demands a halt to all progress in Gaza until her son is returned. Minister Smotrich vows, 'We will not open Rafah until Ran comes back.'

Riots in Na'alin during MK Sukkot's tour

Riots and arson occurred in the village of Na'alin in an attempt to disrupt a tour by MK Tzvi Sukkot. "We will continue to fight against environmental terrorism."

Haredi MK:

Haredi MK: There are more draft-dodgers in Tel Aviv than among haredim

United Torah Judaism chief MK Yitzhak Goldknopf meets 12th graders from Ulpanat Ra'aya in Beit El, answers their questions about the lack of haredi enlistment.

MK Tali Gottlieb:

MK Tali Gottlieb: 'Calm in Gaza is an illusion'

MK Tali Gottlieb said that an attack on Iran was assured, but that public opinion could not be allowed to play a role in deciding the timing.

First time in 25 years:

Historic change: Jews to be allowed at Joseph's Tomb even during daylight

Defense Minister Israel Katz approves Jewish visitors to Joseph's Tomb during daylight hours, in first since the year 2000.

Smotrich's revolution:

Smotrich's revolution: Jurisdiction areas for Homesh and seven other settlements

IDF Central Command chief Avi Bluth signs orders for eight new jurisdiction areas in Judea and Samaria, paving the way for construction and development.

Jonathan Pollard:

Jonathan Pollard: 'The country was abandoned on October 7th just as I was'

Jonathan Pollard took part in a caucus meeting on renewing Jewish settlement in the Gaza Strip and said, 'What was seized in blood must remain in our hands forever.'

MK Avi Maoz:

MK Avi Maoz to Netanyahu: 'Don't give in'

Maoz calls on Netanyahu to stand by his principles and promote the sovereignty law, 'Victory in the war will only be possible if we prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state'."

Heavy fines:

Prohibition, licensing and heavy fines: The bill that will reduce the muezzin's noise

A new bill establishes a default ban on the use of public address systems in mosques, licensing requirements, extensive enforcement powers, and fines of tens of thousands of shekels.

Recruitment fair in Jerusalem scheduled on a fast day

Jerusalem IDF recruits are angered that an important day was scheduled on the Tenth of Tevet fast, alleging insensitivity toward the religious and haredi public.

IDF rep reveals:

IDF rep reveals: Political leadership ordered to strengthen PA economy

IDF representative tells Knesset subcommittee that Israeli Arabs are being allowed into Jenin and Tulkarm to boost PA economy.

Bereaved families demand:

No rebuilding of Gaza before Hamas defeated, last hostage returned

During a protest held this evening by bereaved families outside the cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, the demonstrators called on the prime minister not to yield to pressure.

MK Sova to Arutz Sheva:

MK Evgeny Sova to Arutz Sheva: A sabotage committee will be established

MK Evgeny Sova criticizes MK Ariel Kallner’s initiative to form a non-state commission of inquiry: “There will be no search for the truth.”

Watch:

Knesset erupts during vote on October 7th commission

The Knesset approved in a preliminary meeting MK Ariel Kallner’s (Likud) bill to create a national-state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7th, 2023.

MK Ohana to Arutz Sheva:

MK Ohana to Arutz Sheva: If we insist on sovereignty, the world will align with us

Knesset Speaker in a conversation with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News at the national event marking 50 years of settlement in Samaria: "We must continue to build and send a strong message to the world.

'No settlements in Gaza

Defense Minister walks back comments on Gaza communities

Defense Minister Israel Katz walks back statement that Israel will establish youth communities based on the IDF in Gaza.

Smotrich declares

Smotrich declares: 'Families will return to Sa-Nur soon'

In a festive ceremony marking 50 years since the establishment of Kedumim, hundreds of residents from the settlement participated.

“Terror supporters”

“Terror supporters”: Heated clash in Knesset Committee

During a discussion in the Knesset committee on the appointment of MK Tzvi Sukkot as chairman of the Education Committee, a heated verbal confrontation broke out between him and MKs Ahmad Tibi and Waleed Taha

Culture Minister Zohar:

Culture Minister Miki Zohar: I will seek to repeal Cinema Law due to ‘extremist takeover’

Culture Minister threatens to abolish the Cinema Law, citing what he calls an extremist takeover of Israel’s film sector. “The citizens of Israel will not fund the radical left.”

Nova hero

Nova hero: I just did what needed to be done

Chen Moshe Mizrahi, one of the survivors of the Nova party, received a certificate of recognition for his extraordinary bravery.

Draft of bill published

Draft of bill published: How the Nukhba terrorists will be prosecuted

The bill establishes a military tribunal mechanism for prosecuting participants in the October 7 attack, with the authority to impose the death penalty and without the possibility of future release.

3,380 dunams declared state land for new city Mishmar Yehuda

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich continues work to create new city Mishmar Yehuda. 'This is another step in advancing de facto sovereignty in the area'

Min. Sofer to Arutz Sheva:

Minister Ofir Sofer to Arutz Sheva: Australian Jews live with a sense of insecurity

Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that the Jewish community in Australia felt insecure even before the massacre and now requires significant protection.

MK Foghel's miracle

MK Foghel's miracle: 'My son & his family survived the massacre in Sydney'

MK Tzvika Foghel recounts to Arutz Sheva the tense moments when he learned that his family members were at the scene of the terror attack in Sydney. "For me, this is a Hanukkah miracle."

Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Israeli MK warns Australia that appeasement fuels terror

'It's first and foremost the role of the Australian government to prevent these kind of vicious attacks and we will demand it in any way possible,' says MK Simcha Rothman.

20 years since disengagement:

First since 2005: Hanukkah candle lighting to be held in Ganim and Kadim

Following a request from MK Limor Son Har Melech, IDF approves organized entry into communities that were evacuated in 2005, to light Hanukkah candles.

Reservists' families protest outside Finance Minister's home

Families of IDF reservists in Samaria hold demonstration outside Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's home in Kedumim, demanding he oppose the current Draft Law proposal.

'Negative incentive to serve'

Attorney General voices harsh opinion against conscription law

Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara, calls conscription law draft 'a negative incentive for enlistment,' prompting fierce backlash from haredi leaders who accuse her of targeting Torah study.

Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely's new position

Former Ambassador of Israel to the UK, Tzipi Hotovely, will teach governance and international public diplomacy at Ariel University.

Security alert causes cancelation of MKs' Georgia trip

A security warning regarding a potential terrorist attack led to the cancellation of Knesset members’ participation in the "Israeli Week" conference in Georgia.

'No one more deserving'

'No one more deserving:' Knesset Speaker advances Initiative to award Trump Nobel Prize

Speaker Ohana and the US House Speaker signed a letter of recommendation, which includes a call for heads of parliaments around the world to join in recommending Trump for the Nobel Prize.

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'Antisemites of the world spread things said in the Knesset'

Prime Minister Netanyahu responded in the Knesset plenary to the opposition's claims during the 40-signature debate, "The Collapse of Israel's International Standing."

Diaspora Minister: Quit the nonsense

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli slams former Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf for thwarting bills to help settlements, advancing projects for haredim only.

US vs sovereignty?

US vs sovereignty? Trump adviser slams JD Vance

Dr. Mike Evans, Evangelical leader considered close to US President Donald Trump slams US opposition to Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. 'Policy of G-d is that Judea and Samaria is Bible land.'

Israeli government approves 2026 budget

Israel’s government approved a NIS 662B budget for 2026, including a NIS 112B defense framework, alongside a contested dairy reform.

'Suspected support for terror'

'Suspected support for terrorism': MK Sukkot demands investigation into Ayman Odeh

MK Tzvi Sukkot calls on the head of the Investigations Division to launch an inquiry into MK Ayman Odeh’s entry into Area A without coordination with security authorities.

Defense Minister clarifies: No administrative detentions

Defense Minister Israel Katz, lawmakers clash over administrative detentions of Jews.