Smotrich and Strock oppose 'dangerous' Gaza framework
Ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Orit Strock are demanding that the Security Cabinet convene urgently and halt the entry of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) into the Gaza Strip.
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UNRWA hearing erupts: 'Supreme Court for terrorists'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, MK Tally Gotliv, lash out as Supreme Court debates petitions against Israel's UNRWA laws; justice challenges petitioners over lack of evidence.
After months-long delay:
After months delay: Israel prepares to evacuate UNRWA compound in Jerusalem
Police and IDF confirm preparations to evacuate the UNRWA compound in Kafr Aqab after months of delays and security concerns.
Court freezes plan to place crocodiles at Ketziot Prison
The Jerusalem District Court on Sunday issued an interim order temporarily blocking the state's plan to transfer Nile crocodiles to Ketzi'ot Prison as part of the defenses around captured Hamas terrorists.
New party on the horizon?
New party on the horizon? Erdan sets red line for the government
Ex-Likud member and former ambassador Gilad Erdan vows that he will not sit in a narrow government.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Arrest Law will not be reinstated
PM Netanyahu said the law freezing draft evader arrests failed to boost haredi enlistment, pledging new legislation after the elections: 'Those who do not study Torah will enlist - or go to prison.'
Tel Aviv U. clashes with Ben Gvir over crocodile prison plan
The National Security Minister lashed out at Tel Aviv University after it joined a legal appeal demanding that he halt a plan to build crocodile-filled moats around prisons housing terrorists.
Rift among The Democrats over the term 'Judea and Samaria'
Gaby Lasky demands that Yair Golan use the term "West Bank," while Arab party representatives criticize his response to the Havat Gilad terror attack.
Activist sanctioned by Biden completes IDF officers' training
Shlomo Sarid, one of the founders of the Tzav 9 movement, graduates officers' training after being suspended from reserve duty and being sanctioned by the Biden administration.
Exclusive:
Exclusive: Death threats prompt security upgrade for MK Tzvi Succot
Israeli authorities boost security for MK Tzvi Succot following multiple death threats, including one featuring handgun and alleged message from a Hamas operative.
Defense Minister cancels expulsion order against farmer
Defense Minister Israel Katz instructed that an expulsion order issued against Israeli farmer Tal Yinon Dardik not be renewed.
Ahead of elections
Likud Central Committee approves all of Netanyahu's requests ahead of elections
The Likud Central Committee approves Netanyahu’s request for eight reserved slate spots, as well as a clause allowing sitting ministers and MKs to run in regional districts.
Supreme Court declines to halt gender-separate study law
MK Limor Son Har-Melech hails Supreme Court's refusal to suspend the law permitting gender-separated academic programs, urges universities to begin implementing it.
Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:
Minister Smotrich to Arutz Sheva: The right cannot afford complacency ahead of elections
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News in the final hour of the Religious Zionist party primaries, warning against complacency within the right-wing camp.
Religious Zionist Party unveils Knesset slate following primaries
The Religious Zionist Party on Sunday evening announced the results of its primaries for the next Knesset elections, with party chairman Bezalel Smotrich retaining the top spot on the party's list.
Ben Gvir: "We must return to targeted killings"
In the discussion, ministers demanded a stricter response and a change in the opening fire instructions.
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: 'We're prepared to act on broader scale against terrorist nests'
At the beginning of the cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister said that he would meet with President Trump in Washington.
Religious Zionism launches primaries
170 members of the Religious Zionism Party's central committee will decide today among ten candidates seeking to secure a place on the party's Knesset slate.
He put on tefillin for the first time and lost thousands of followers
American fighter Lando Vanetta, who came to Israel for the international fighting event GFN1, revealed during a visit to ancient Shiloh that he is Jewish on his mother's side.
MK Tzvi Succot:
MK Tzvi Succot: 'The state, not private citizens, must initiate revenge'
MK Tzvi Succot eulogized Benayahu Melet and called for a harsh response against the residents of the nearby village: 'People are furious; there must be a painful response.'
National Security Minister visits search command center for missing 4-year-old in Ashkelon
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited Ashkelon and ordered search efforts for missing 4-year-old Yuval to be intensified.
Smotrich: Build a new community where terrorists struck
Following deadly Samaria terror attack, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for sweeping military action, evacuation of terror hotspots, and a new community near the attack site.
Benayahu Melet, who died saving hikers, to be buried beside terror victim Raziel Shevach
Benayahu Melet, murdered after rushing to defend hikers in Samaria, to be buried alongside Rabbi Raziel Shevach, who was killed in a terrorist shooting near Havat Gilad eight years ago.
On Tisha B'Av:
Sharren Haskel visits Temple Mount with daughter on Tisha B'Av
MK Sharren Haskel says young daughter had long wanted to see the site of the Holy Temple, says she prayed for 'Jewish unity and unconditional love.'
Watch:
Watch: Minister Ben-Gvir ascends the Temple Mount
Marking Tisha B'Av on the Temple Mount, Itamar Ben-Gvir said Jews are praying there as they increasingly 'feel like they're in charge.'
Shin Bet paper reveals allegations against administrative detainee Tal Yinon Derdik
A Shin Bet document says Tal Yinon Derdik is suspected of violence, abuse and a serious indecent act, prompting an administrative order.
'I'll kick you out'
Ben-Gvir confronts residents in eastern Jerusalem: 'I'm in charge, 'I'll kick you out'
During a tour of eastern Jerusalem, Itamar Ben-Gvir defended increased policing and told a resident who confronted him, "I'll kick you out of here."
Nauru to open embassy in Jerusalem
The Pacific island nation of Nauru announced that it will open an embassy in Jerusalem in the coming months, marking another diplomatic milestone in its relations with Israel.
Hunger striking farmer denied all alternatives to detention
Tal Yinon Derdik, who has been on a hunger strike since his arrest, has rejected all detention alternatives proposed by the IDF, despite intervention by Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Civil Service Commission approves permanent Settlement Division
The Civil Service Commission's Service Committee has approved making the head of the Settlement Division a permanent position within the Ministry of Defense.
50-50 initiative pushes for equal representation in Knesset
As Israel's political parties begin preparing for the 2026 election, the 50-50 Initiative is calling for every party to commit to equal representation of women and men on its Knesset candidate list.
Katz questions surge in administrative orders
Exclusive: After complaints over administrative measures, Defense Minister Israel Katz said Tal Yinon Derdik's case exceeded reasonable limits and requires adjustment.
MK Moshe Tur-Paz:
MK Moshe Tur-Paz: Unite the entire Zionist camp
MK Moshe Tur-Paz calls for the formation of a broad Zionist government, emphasizing the integration of haredim while setting a clear condition for their inclusion in a future coalition.
Ben Gvir's ultimatum to Netanyahu
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has informed Prime Minister Netanyahu that the dismissal of an official will be a prerequisite for Otzma Yehudit joining the next government.
Following Rabbi Lando's remarks
Following Rabbi Lando's remarks: The advice Smotrich received from Rabbi Ariel
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich addressed comments made by Rabbi Dov Lando, shared advice he received from Rabbi Yaakov Ariel, and praised the Religious Zionist approach.
Likud Constitution Committee approves 8 handpicked slots for Netanyahu
The Likud Constitution Committee approves the Prime Minister's proposal, granting him eight reserved spots on the candidate list within the top 30 positions.
Mohammad Barakeh:
Police admit that human error delayed the investigation of Mohammad Barakeh by 4 years
Israel Police says a human error caused a four-year delay in the investigation of former MK Mohammad Barakeh, suspected of incitement to terrorism over a speech he gave in 2022.
Petition to allow Gaza patients into Israel
Petition to allow Gaza patients into Israel: Justices criticize petitioners
The High Court of Justice heard a petition by "Physicians for Human Rights" seeking to oblige the state to allow patients from Gaza to enter Israel.
Former IAF Chief:
Former IAF Chief: Air Force failed on October 7th, we have to learn from it
Former IAF commande Eitan Ben Eliyahu said that at least part of the Air Force must be ready to respond within half an hour, something that did not occur during the Hamas massacre.
Blow to new recruits
Blow to new recruits: Mandatory military service will not be shortened
The Knesset has given final approval to legislation keeping mandatory military service for men at 32 months.
