Smotrich presents plan for victory in Gaza
Smotrich emphasized, "The State of Israel does not have the privilege of ending the campaign in Gaza without victory. There is only one option — decision and victory."
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New police rules bar protesters from blocking major routes
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir published a policy paper regulating police conduct at protests, banning the blocking of highways, hospital access, and emergency routes.
MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:
MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva: Israel’s response to international pressure - Apply sovereignty
Speaking at an event honoring communities in Binyamin, MK Simcha Rothman says, "There is hardly anyone today who defines themselves as a Zionist who opposes the application of sovereignty."
Minister Shlomo Karhi:
'Sovereignty of Judea and Samaria to be legislated into law; entire land belongs to us'
Speaking at a Binyamin community event Minister Shlomo Karhi stressed the importance of legislating sovereignty in Judea and Samaria into law, rejecting a Palestinian state, and dismissed Benny Gantz’s call for a unity government.
Minister Barkat:
Minister Barkat: 'Israel must dismantle the PA and declare sovereignty'
Minister Nir Barkat called to dismantle the Palestinian Authority and impose sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, in cooperation with the Hebron Arab leadership.
Netanyahu:
PM to Binyamin Council: We're defeating our enemies; it started in Gaza and will end there
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a special event of the Binyamin Council and said, 'We are defeating our enemies in Gaza,'
Grandfather of released hostage:
Grandfather of released hostage: 'Hamas is not bending, they are defeating us'
Yosef Engel, whose grandson Ofir was taken hostage by Hamas and returned to Israel, says that his expectations from the cabinet are low, 'The occupation of Gaza would be a disaster.'
Kiryat Shmona Mayor:
Kiryat Shmona Mayor: 'We will not be silent about the abandonment of the Galilee'
Kiryat Shmona Mayor Avichai Stern warns that the IDF withdrawal from the five positions in Lebanon is a dangerous move that could reduce security in the north.
Gantz proposes:
Gantz proposes: Time-limited government for hostage deal and draft law
Blue and White chairman MK Benny Gantz offers to join the government to secure a comprehensive hostage deal, pass a draft law, and set elections for spring 2026.
'Judenrat, beast!':
'Judenrat, beast!': Likud MK removed for hurling abuse at court marshals
MK Tally Gotliv removed from a hearing on the Qatar-gate scandal in the Lod District Court this morning after a clash with a court marshal.
Silman cuts millions to Leftist NGOs accused of posing as environmental organizations
Environmental NGOs petitioned the Supreme Court after Minister Idit Silman froze NIS 11 million in aid, saying funds were misused by political groups; the Ministry cites war priorities.
'Equality Begins On The Battlefield':
'Equality Begins On The Battlefield': Smotrich approves plots exclusively for reservists
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has signed off on a plan allowing the marketing of land plots for private construction exclusively to IDF reservists.
Mayor of Ma’ale Adumim:
Mayor of Ma’ale Adumim on E1: Territorial continuity and a fitting Zionist response
Ma’ale Adumim’s mayor recalls Yitzhak Rabin's early support for building in E1. Now, after nearly 30 years - and with American backing - it is finally moving forward.
Yesha Council CEO:
Yesha Council CEO: Building in E1 will end idea of Palestinian state
Yesha Council CEO Omer Rahamim: Construction in E1 is great news for Jerusalem. We are taking responsibility for our future. The world may oppose it now - but will recognize it later.
Yesha Council to Netanyahu:
Yesha Council to Netanyahu: Apply sovereignty at next government meeting
19 heads of authorities from Judea and Samaria call on the Prime Minister to apply full sovereignty across the region as early as this Sunday.
Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:
Smotrich to Arutz Sheva: Construction is the response to European hypocrisy
Minister Smotrich hails E1 housing launch as a historic move to solidify Israeli territory and reject European efforts to promote a Palestinian state, thanks Trump admin. for support.
Maaleh Adumim mayor announces E1 plan, recites special blessing
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich hails 'historic step' following approval of 6,900 new housing units in E1 and 'Desert Bird' neighborhood linking Maaleh Adumim to Jerusalem.
Homecoming:
Homecoming: Minister Gideon Sa'ar returns to the Likud
Likud Central Committee approves merger with Gideo Sa'ar's United Right party.
Netanyahu: We are on the verge of concluding the war
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarifies remarks from Sunday's press conference, underlines commitment to all hostages - both living and deceased.
Knesset set for heated debate
Ben-Gvir, security officials to face off over fate of arch-terrorist’s tomb
Knesset committee to debate removing arch-terrorist Izz ad-Din al-Qassam’s tomb from state land in Nesher, amid security concerns and calls to assert Israeli sovereignty.
Lapid pressures Smotrich:
Lapid pressures Smotrich: Join me to dissolve Knesset over Gaza policy
Opposition leader urges finance minister to sign a “change of circumstances” letter, paving the way for a new motion to dissolve the Knesset after his sharp criticism of Netanyahu’s Gaza strategy.
Deputy Foreign Minister:
Deputy Foreign Minister: 'Appropriate response to France - close down the consulate'
Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel responds to threats aimed at her family following her visit to the Temple Mount: 'Red lines have been crossed.'
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: 'The right has a special talent for toppling governments'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded at the beginning of the Cabinet meeting to threats from right-wing parties to bring about the dissolution of the coalition if Hamas is not defeated in Gaza.
Ben Gvir's demand
Ben Gvir's demand: 'Dismantle the Palestinian Authority'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir demands significant steps to dismantle the Palestinian Authority in the upcoming Cabinet meeting.
Succot postpones discussion on shooting at civilians in Judea and Samaria
MK Tzvi Sukkot postpones scheduled Knesset discussion on shooting of Israeli civilians during riots in Judea and Samaria, initially set to address incidents of live fire at civilians over the past five years.
'All who are for G-d - follow me!'
'All who are for G-d - follow me!': Haredi soldiers end march for beret at Western Wall
Soldiers from first regular-service haredi company, 'Hashmonaim,' end march for beret at Western Wall.
IDF reports 54 suicides since 2023
Head of IDF Personnel Directorate Brig. Gen. Amir Vadmani said during a Knesset session that there is a rise in suicides in the IDF, but noted it is not enough to qualify as a wave of incidents.
Hostage's father:
Hostage's father: 'Increase pressure, now is not the time to give in to Hamas'
Tzvika Mor, whose son is held captive in Gaza, urges the Israeli government to decisively defeat Hamas and take full control of Gaza, 'victory, not surrender, is the only way to secure the release of hostages.'
‘We’re going back’:
‘We’re going back’: Gush Katif evictee dreams of Jewish return to Gaza
Twenty years after the Disengagement, Anita Tucker calls for a renewed Jewish presence in Gaza, as the key to true security for Israel.
Former Chief of Staff:
Former Chief of Staff against returning to Gaza without full national support
"The IDF does not like to evacuate communities - it prefers to protect Jews," says former chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot, calling on young adults to take part in shaping the future of the country.
Tzvi Hendel:
Tzvi Hendel: 'Jewish presence in Gaza would have prevented Oct. 7 massacre'
Head of the Gaza Coast Regional Council and former MK Tzvi Hendel still feels the pain of betrayal by late Ariel Sharon and remains optimistic that Jews will return to live in Gush Katif.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: One response - total destruction!
Smotrich calls Hamas terrorists "Nazis who abuse with inhuman cruelty", says the video of hostage Evyatar David aims to break the spirit of the people - but Israel will not surrender.
President Herzog at Eicha:
President Herzog at Eicha: 'Our hearts burn with pain for the hostages'
Attending Tisha B’Av reading of Eicha, President Isaac Herzog refers to disturbing video of hostage Evyatar David, calls on Israelis to fast and pray for the captives’ safe return. 'They are everyone's sons.'
Netanyahu rushing emigration plan to keep Ben-Gvir in coalition
Prime Minister Netanyahu is rushing the plan for voluntary emigration from Gaza to prevent Otzma Yehudit from breaking away from the coalition.
Smotrich demands
Smotrich demands Tax Authority revoke tax benefits for Physicians for Human Rights
First Publication: Finance Minister calls on the Tax Authority to strip Physicians for Human Rights of its tax-exempt status following a report accusing Israel of war crimes.
Historic call for renewed Jewish presence at Joseph’s Tomb
62 ministers and MKs signed the call for the immediate return of Jewish presence to Joseph's Tomb in Shechem, exactly 25 years after Israel withdrew from the region.
MKs Stern and Tur-Paz:
MKs Stern and Tur-Paz: A spit in the face of reservists and Likud supporters
MKs Elazar Stern and Moshe Turpaz speak to Arutz Sheva amid growing tensions over the Draft Law: "Israel cannot be removed from its values."
MK Kallner to Arutz Sheva:
MK Kallner to Arutz Sheva: Miss the chance for sovereignty? History will not forgive us
MK Ariel Kallner (Likud) speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of a Knesset conference aimed at promoting sovereignty in Judea and Samaria: "Our enemies want to uproot us - we will talk sovereignty."
MK Succot submits request to draft to combat service
'Defending the people of Israel is both a privilege and a duty,' says MK Tzvi Succot in a request to Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi to join active military service during the Knesset recess.
Senior minister sets goal: Sovereignty now
A senior government minister calls for a new political program in Judea and Samaria to promote gradual sovereignty and warns of a rift in the right-wing bloc.
