Hezki Baruch

Hezki Baruch

Arutz Sheva political correspondent

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Defense Ministry Demolishes Buildings in Tekoa

Ya'alon ordered demolitions before a legal team was able to determine whether the buildings were illegal or not, local leaders fire.

Defense Ministry Demolishes Buildings in Tekoa

High Court Allows Jerusalem Day March

Traditional Rikudegalim march has been held for 30 years; judges dismiss petition from leftist orgs to cancel it.

High Court Allows Jerusalem Day March

Security Detail Assigned to Ayelet Shaked

Incoming Justice Minister the target of an incitement campaign, threats against her on social media. Knesset Speaker: we're in shock.

Security Detail Assigned to Ayelet Shaked

Likud MK: Cancel Oslo Accords, Build Judea-Samaria

MK Mickey Zohar: Judea-Samaria 'most important area as Jews in a Jewish, democratic state,' hopes for progress in next government.

Likud MK: Cancel Oslo Accords, Build Judea-Samaria

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'Moderate Protest Left us Refugees in Our Land'

While condemning violence, Yamit and Gush Katif expelee says Ethiopian Jewish protest is unfortunately only way to implement change.

'Moderate Protest Left us Refugees in Our Land'

Ethiopian MK Calls for Inquiry into Racism

MK Avraham Nagosa explains that, unlike the Russian community, the Ethiopian sector has little representation - and that must change.

Ethiopian MK Calls for Inquiry into Racism

Jewish Home: Patience is a Virtue

Jewish Home party urges Central Committee members to be patient as coalition negotiations continue.

Jewish Home: Patience is a Virtue

Bennett to Receive Diaspora Affairs Ministry

Incremental progress made in coalition talks, hours after Bennett also reportedly given Education Ministry.

Bennett to Receive Diaspora Affairs Ministry

Family of Killed 5-Year-Old Welcomes Baby Brother

Yosef Chaim Shukrun's brit celebrated on Sunday, six days after his five-year-old brother was killed in Beit El bus accident.

Family of Killed 5-Year-Old Welcomes Baby Brother

Bridge of Strings Lit Up for Independence Day

Bridge at entrance to Jerusalem will be lit up with Star of David installation and soft music every night, but Friday, for next two months.

Bridge of Strings Lit Up for Independence Day

Kotel: Hundreds Attend Independence Day Prayer

Rabbi Uri Sherki, who ended shiva for his murdered son, leads emotional prayer session to bridge Memorial, Independence Days.

Kotel: Hundreds Attend Independence Day Prayer

Report: PM to Ask Rivlin for Coalition Extension

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to ask for more time to build coalition amid rumors of a possible unity government.

Report: PM to Ask Rivlin for Coalition Extension

'S-300 Missile Deal Threatens the Whole Region'

Ya'alon warns that the current deal is widening Iran's grasp in the Middle East, any deal must include an anti-terror clause.

'S-300 Missile Deal Threatens the Whole Region'

First Ever 'Biblical Marathon' Held in Samaria

New marathon commemorating biblical story of runner from Binyamin to Shiloh held Thursday all across Samaria.

First Ever 'Biblical Marathon' Held in Samaria

On Pesach Eve, Chief Rabbi Calls for Jewish Unity

Chief Rabbi David Lau calls on Netanyahu to bridge the religious, communal differences between Israelis ahead of holiday, new Knesset.

On Pesach Eve, Chief Rabbi Calls for Jewish Unity

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.

Edelstein to Continue as Knesset Speaker

Arabs Uproot 225 Saplings Near Jerusalem

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

Arabs Uproot 225 Saplings Near Jerusalem

Bennett, PM Meet for First Time Since Elections

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

Bennett, PM Meet for First Time Since Elections

Jewish Home Recommends Netanyahu for PM

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

Jewish Home Recommends Netanyahu for PM

Yechimovich: Labor Needs a Reboot

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

Yechimovich: Labor Needs a Reboot

Will Rivlin Insist on Unity Government?

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

Will Rivlin Insist on Unity Government?

Bennett Hails Results as Victory for Nationalists

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

Bennett Hails Results as Victory for Nationalists

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PM Warns: Arabs Being Bused to Vote by Left's NGOs

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.

PM Warns: Arabs Being Bused to Vote by Left's NGOs

'Voting is a Privilege and a Duty'

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

'Voting is a Privilege and a Duty'

Agreement Between Knesset, Ugandan Parliament

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

Agreement Between Knesset, Ugandan Parliament

Bennett Calls for Unity at Last-Minute Kotel Visit

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

Bennett Calls for Unity at Last-Minute Kotel Visit

30,000 Flood Leftist Pre-Elections Rally

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

30,000 Flood Leftist Pre-Elections Rally

Netanyahu: My Words Resonated with Congress

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

Netanyahu: My Words Resonated with Congress

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger

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

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger

Countdown to Congress speech

Netanyahu Leaves for 'Historic' Trip to Washington

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

Netanyahu Leaves for 'Historic' Trip to Washington

Herzog 'Would Address the Palestinian Parliament'

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

Herzog 'Would Address the Palestinian Parliament'

Ya'alon: Fight Against Terror Needs Determination

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

Ya'alon: Fight Against Terror Needs Determination

Likud Reminds US Opposed Foundation of Israel Too

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

Likud Reminds US Opposed Foundation of Israel Too

Likud Pulls Petition Against V15

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

Likud Pulls Petition Against V15

'Labor Will Not Be Invited to the Next Government'

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

'Labor Will Not Be Invited to the Next Government'

CEC Rejects Petition Against Yisrael Beytenu

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

CEC Rejects Petition Against Yisrael Beytenu

Lapid Vows to Make 'Corrupt' JNF a Gov't Org

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

Lapid Vows to Make 'Corrupt' JNF a Gov't Org

Bennett Slams Peri for Chauvinistic Jibe at Shaked

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

Bennett Slams Peri for Chauvinistic Jibe at Shaked

Where Will Amona Residents Go?

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

Where Will Amona Residents Go?

Netanyahu: Iran 'Trying to Open Front' in Golan

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

Netanyahu: Iran 'Trying to Open Front' in Golan