8 Muslim countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, issue condemnation of Israel's law on the death penalty for terrorists. Afghanistan’s Taliban government also criticized the legislation.
Otzma Yehudit lawmaker who initiated the death penalty bill pushes back against criticism from the left and the defense establishment: “The best proof that the law is deterrent and effective.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and the Chief Rabbis of Israel held a ceremony to formally sell all leavened foods owned by the state to a Gentile ahead of Passover.
Dozens of Knesset members sharply criticize the decision to remove Battalion 941 from operational activity, claiming the decision was made in response to a media report.
The Knesset plenum approved the death penalty for terrorists law in second and third readings, after a heated debate. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voted in favor of the law
The Prime Minister's wife turned down the opportunity to partake in the Independence Day ceremony, saying that the honor belongs to the soldiers of the IDF.
Knesset approves 2026 state budget by a vote of 62 to 55 and later also approves the Arrangements Law. Opposition suffers an embarrassing moment after accidentally voting in favor of additional funding for the haredi sector.
MK Avichay Buaron explains why the state budget addresses the needs of all sectors, sharply criticizes the left-wing bloc, and warns against a government that would rely on Arab votes.
Efrat resident who was arrested after shooting a Palestinian Arab dead, claiming self-defense, will be released to house arrest.
Minister Amichai Eliyahu compared President Chaim Herzog's decision in the Bus 300 affair to the current situation and called on President Isaac Herzog to show similar responsibility.
Yair Volansky today accompanied his son, Sgt. Aviaad Elchanan Volansky, to his final resting place at Mount Herzl. During the recitation of the Kaddish prayer, he was overcome with tears.
Sergeant Aviaad Elchanan Volansky, a 21-year-old Jerusalem resident, who fell in battle in Lebanon, is laid to rest on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem.
Movement leaders appealed for the reclamation of Gaza in celebration of Passover.
Government approves proposal by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, to provide 110m in aid for northern communities, communities hit by missile strikes.
Yisrael Beytenu party says it will vote in favor of Otzma Yehudit's death penalty bill if the Prime Minister is present in the Knesset and votes in favor.
Uriah Sarousi, who drowned yesterday while trying to save his son who was swept away in the Jordan River, has been laid to rest.
MK Avichay Buaron warns that the absence of Jewish settlement in Judea and Samaria could lead to a severe security threat reaching central Israel.
In an official document to the President, Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu recommends granting a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing security, national, and public considerations.
Death Penalty for Terrorists Bill clears a major hurdle and is scheduled to go to the Knesset plenum for final approval next week.
Phone number of Likud employee mistakenly included in harassment complaint, leading police to nearly arrest her before error was discovered
The Knesset approved a law restoring the rabbinical courts' authority to adjudicate monetary matters by mutual consent of the parties.
Knesset passes second and third readings of bill that will allow state rabbinical courts to serve as arbitrators in civil disputes, provided both parties consent.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the war must end with the Litani River as Israel’s new border, alongside a buffer zone in Lebanon.
Bereaved families permitted entrance to High Court hearing on Gaza doctors following public outrage.
MK Evgeny Sova warns at the missile impact site in Arad that without accomplishing the war’s goals, Israel risks reverting to the security situation from before October 7, 2023.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warns war against Iran will escalate, stresses IRGC advancing terror attacks and missile launches against Israel.
Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu announces completion of legal opinion on pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says it will be presented 'as soon as possible' to President Isaac Herzog.
Following the strike of an Iranian missile in Beit Awwa in the Hebron area, a senior Palestinian Authority official delivered sharp criticism, claiming that Iran is responsible for the region’s destruction.
Ramat Gan Deputy Mayor Zohar Yesharim emphasizes importance of seeking protected areas for safety, says city supporting bereaved family.
Chen Amir, neighbor of the couple killed last night by a direct hit from an Iranian missile, recounts the moments of terror following the missile strike.
A tour of the apartment directly hit by an Iranian missile in Ramat Gan shows heavy destruction, alongside a shelter that remained intact despite the strike.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the assassination of senior Iranian regime officials and said that Israel continues to work to undermine the regime: "There are still many surprises."
Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that his party is not currently considering joining the government, despite the war and the state of emergency.
Opposition leader firmly denies that his party had a deal with Shas regarding the rabbinical elections in Kiryat Ono. ‘I did not speak with Deri about the issue.'
MK Dr. Akram Hasson, a resident of northern Israel, tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that Israel must be willing to bear a civilian price in order to defeat terror and create a new Middle East.
MK Ohad Tal tells Arutz Sheva - Israel National News that the dairy reform will not be shelved, government wishes to advance it under more appropriate conditions.
Israel Police senior sapper Doron Lavi explains the aftermath of an intercepted attack - and why even a destroyed missile is still dangerous.
Bereaved parents Herzl and Merav Hajaj accuse senior Population Authority officials of bypassing the 'Shir Hajaj Law,' endangering lives.
The Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance issued a joint statement regarding the state budget and clarified that some of the planned benefits will be canceled - due to the cost of the war.
Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee member MK Ariel Kallner tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that Hezbollah must be destroyed and calls for establishing Israel’s northern border at the Litani River.
