Hezki Baruch

Hezki Baruch

Arutz Sheva political correspondent

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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

'This is the Answer to BDS'

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

'This is the Answer to BDS'

Rivlin: Our Roots are Deeply Planted in Hevron

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

Rivlin: Our Roots are Deeply Planted in Hevron

Ya'alon: Israel Has 'Zero Tolerance' For Terror

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

Ya'alon: Israel Has 'Zero Tolerance' For Terror

Bennett: We Need to Reach Out to Others

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

Bennett: We Need to Reach Out to Others

Third Yesh Atid MK Quits Politics

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

Third Yesh Atid MK Quits Politics

Yisrael Beytenu Presents Knesset List

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

Yisrael Beytenu Presents Knesset List

End of the Road: Mofaz won't be Joining Labor

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

End of the Road: Mofaz won't be Joining Labor

Regev: Galant Should be Ashamed of Himself

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

Regev: Galant Should be Ashamed of Himself

Uri Orbach in Hospital, Public Asked to Pray

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

Uri Orbach in Hospital, Public Asked to Pray

Shamir to Formally Announce Resignation

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

Shamir to Formally Announce Resignation

Elazar Stern Joins Yesh Atid Party

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

Elazar Stern Joins Yesh Atid Party

Jewish Home Party Primaries Under Threat?

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

Jewish Home Party Primaries Under Threat?

'Livni Never Misses Opportunity to Stand with PA'

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

'Livni Never Misses Opportunity to Stand with PA'

Police Recommend Indictment Against Ben-Eliezer

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

Police Recommend Indictment Against Ben-Eliezer

MK David Rotem Quits Yisrael Beytenu

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

MK David Rotem Quits Yisrael Beytenu

Tibi Hoists PLO Flag on Temple Mount

MK Ahmed Tibi raises PLO flag on Temple Mount, calls it a 'place of worship for Muslims' and Jerusalem 'capital of Arab Palestine.'

Tibi Hoists PLO Flag on Temple Mount

Revealed

Israeli Businessman Behind PA UN Bid Rejection

Businessman working abroad in Africa said to be behind other defenses of Israel, quietly helped rally support against PA.

Israeli Businessman Behind PA UN Bid Rejection

'If Maran Was Alive This Wouldn't Have Happened'

Shas MK and founding member Nissim Ze'ev laments lost friendship between Yishai, Deri, but says separation ultimately for the best.

'If Maran Was Alive This Wouldn't Have Happened'

Minister Uzi Landau Resigns from Politics

Tourism Minister tells Yisrael Beytenu faction meeting he does not intend to stand for reelection next March.

Minister Uzi Landau Resigns from Politics

Former Peace Now Activist to Run with Jewish Home

Dr. Anat Roth, formerly an activist with Peace Now and an advisor to Barak and Mitzna, will run with Jewish Home, says "reality has set in".

Former Peace Now Activist to Run with Jewish Home

'Israel Won't Allow Attacks on Any of its Borders'

Prime Minister appraises threats facing Israel to new air force graduates; reveals recent purchase of four new battleships.

'Israel Won't Allow Attacks on Any of its Borders'

Steinitz: Hamas Risking Another War

Intelligence Minister warns Hamas that it risks the 'full demolition of its military and government infrastructure' by enflaming tensions.

Steinitz: Hamas Risking Another War

Report: Stern Weighing Joining Yisrael Beytenu

Stern a good fit for Avigdor Liberman's party, associates say, after the MK left Hatnua due to its pact with Labor.

Report: Stern Weighing Joining Yisrael Beytenu

MK David Tzur Resigns from Tzipi Livni's Hatnua

Tzur says he is 'satisfied' with his political career in resignation announcement, becomes latest MK to leave Livni's faction.

MK David Tzur Resigns from Tzipi Livni's Hatnua

Ya'alon: We'll Respond Firmly to Terrorism

Defense Minister meets First Lieutenant Eitan Fund, who selflessly pursued the terrorists who kidnapped the body of Hadar Goldin.

Ya'alon: We'll Respond Firmly to Terrorism

Herzog and Livni Pledge to Keep Western Wall

"Tzipi and I are committed to guarding our capital Jerusalem," says Labor leader at candle-lighting at the Kotel.

Herzog and Livni Pledge to Keep Western Wall

Bennett Hails Tekuma-Jewish Home Unity

Jewish Home party leader praises last night's decision by Tekuma party members to remain united, ending rumors of a split.

Bennett Hails Tekuma-Jewish Home Unity

Tekuma Decides: No Split from Jewish Home

Members of the Tekuma Central Committee vote to run together with the Jewish Home and accept Naftali Bennett's proposal for a joint list.

Tekuma Decides: No Split from Jewish Home

Most Tekuma Rabbis Opposed Jewish Home Split

Three out of four Rabbis against Tekuma splitting from Jewish Home; decision to be made by central committee.

Most Tekuma Rabbis Opposed Jewish Home Split

Tekuma Central Committee to Decide

The Central Committee of the Tekuma party will make the final decision on whether or not Tekuma will run jointly with the Jewish Home.

Tekuma Central Committee to Decide

Ariel Leads Vote to Break from Jewish Home

Ariel supports split from Jewish Home in party vote which ends up in a tie, bringing question to party's rabbis for final decision.

Ariel Leads Vote to Break from Jewish Home

Special Hannukah Ceremony Held for Dalia Lemkos

35-inch high hannukiah from medical parts donated from Yad Sarah, lit in Dalia's memory in moving ceremony.

Special Hannukah Ceremony Held for Dalia Lemkos

National Union: There Are Still Gaps with Bennett

Uri Ariel's National Union/Tekuma rejects reports that a unity agreement with the Jewish Home is close.

National Union: There Are Still Gaps with Bennett