World Alliance for Redemption of Israel registers for 26th Knesset
From right and left to the Ten Commandments: The new party seeks to 'put the puzzle together.'
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Netanyahu may dump Ben-Gvir after the election
A senior Netanyahu adviser reportedly believes the prime minister could seek a coalition without Itamar Ben-Gvir.
October 7 changed his politics: Former Labor MK Eli Goldschmidt joins Likud
Former Labor MK Eli Goldschmidt joins Likud after what the party calls a post-October 7 ‘disillusionment,’ as Netanyahu adds several new faces to the slate.
Talik Gvili, mother of last hostage, joins Likud slate
Talik Gvili, mother of fallen Yassam officer and former captive Ran Gvili, joins Likud’s Knesset slate.
Netanyahu picks Elisha Medan, who lost both legs in Gaza, for Likud slate
Elisha Medan, an IDF reservist who lost both legs fighting in Gaza and later lit Israel’s Torch of Healing and Rehabilitation, receives Likud’s No. 11 spot.
Meirav Cohen on haredi draft:
MK Meirav Cohen on haredi draft: Without it, there is no longer a State of Israel
After submitting the "Together" slate, Meirav Cohen identifies haredi enlistment as a key issue: "This is already a practical question: Who will defend the borders?"
Former Beit Shemesh mayor Aliza Bloch joins Blue and White
Benny Gantz announces that Dr. Aliza Bloch has joined the Blue and White party’s slate, praising her ability to "bridge different parts of society."
Smotrich attacks - Winter fires back
After Winter submitted an independent slate, Smotrich attacked his decision; Amcha Yisrael chairman responds: “The public is asking for new people."
Running alone:
Running alone: Ofer Winter submits Amcha Yisrael slate
Ofer Winter files Amcha Yisrael slate and rules out a merger with Smotrich, who warns the independent run risks right-wing rule; Winter rejects ‘fearmongering.’
Exclusive:
Exclusive: Ben-Gvir adds Hebron Spokesman Yishai Fleisher to election slate
Ben-Gvir places pro-Israel advocate and Hebron spokesman Yishai Fleisher at No. 12 on Otzma Yehudit’s Knesset slate ahead of the upcoming elections.
Haskel vows to stay in race
Sharren Haskel vows to stay in race despite polls: We will cross the electoral threshold
"Israel First" chairwoman Sharren Haskel tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News she will not drop out of the race: "We will cross the electoral threshold."
Religious Zionist Party approves
Religious Zionist Party’s central committee approves: Smotrich to pursue further alliances
The Religious Zionist Party’s central committee approves the technical bloc with Zehut and authorizes Smotrich to pursue additional alliances. The minister directly appeals to Ofer Winter.
Good news for drivers: Gas prices plunge
Order signed by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to reduce the fuel excise tax takes effect at midnight. As a result, the price of a liter of gasoline falls from 8.25 shekels to 7.75 shekels.
Ayelet Shaked drops election bid, eyes Likud comeback
Former minister Ayelet Shaked says she will not run in the upcoming elections, but is expected to join Likud.
Yisrael Beytenu unveils election slate as key figures exit
Lieberman’s party reveals its candidates for the 26th Knesset, while some prominent figures resign and others are left off the slate.
Knife to a gunfight
Jerusalem mugger pulls knife at ATM, victim pulls gun
Knife-wielding suspect allegedly attacks civilian withdrawing cash at Jerusalem ATM; intended victim draws his pistol and shoots, severely wounding him.
Tzvika Foghel quits Otzma Yehudit ahead of upcoming election
Ben-Gvir praised Tzvika Foghel as a “true fighter" after the MK announced he will not run with Otzma Yehudit in the upcoming election.
Herzog hints to PM:
Herzog hints to PM: Israel Police saved us on October 7th
President Herzog condemned escalation of violence in Israel and hinted that, while many systems failed during the Hamas attack on October 7, the police 'saved the country from an even greater disaster.'
Haredi shakeup: Gafni, Maklev reportedly ousted from Degel HaTorah slate
Degel HaTorah party sources say rabbis have decided to replace veteran MKs Moshe Gafni and Uri Maklev, potentially ending Gafni’s 38-year Knesset career.
East Jerusalem man indicted over weapons deal with Hamas agent
An East Jerusalem resident allegedly sold an M16 rifle to a Hamas-linked activist accused of plotting attacks against Minister Ben Gvir.
Unanimously:
Supreme Court unanimously strikes down law freezing arrests of haredi draft evaders
Nine-judge panel strikes down the amendment freezing enforcement proceedings against haredi men subject to military service. Eight rule it was also unconstitutional.
'Done being passive' | Smotrich’s response to European boycott
The Finance Minister responded during a meeting with industrialists in Ma’ale Adumim to threats of sanctions from Britain and other countries. “One market closes? Other markets will open."
Ben-Gvir claims:
Ben-Gvir claims: Netanyahu offered me to be Foreign Minister
Ben-Gvir says Netanyahu offered him the Foreign Ministry during coalition talks, jokes about hosting diplomats in Hebron and sets his sights on a senior post.
Winter's condition for Netanyahu
Ofer Winter makes clear that his party will recommend Netanyahu for prime minister, but sets a condition for joining the government.
Ben Gvir gives Likud hours to decide on MK transfer
Otzma Yehudit warns that delays could kill the deal as Ben Gvir demands immediate action on Tali Gottliv’s possible move to his party.
Political alliance:
Political alliance: Feiglin and Smotrich agree to run together in elections
Religious Zionist Party chairman Bezalel Smotrich and Zehut leader Moshe Feiglin announced they will run together on a joint list, with Feiglin slated to take the second spot.
Merger moves forward
Merger moves forward: Smotrich and Feiglin to sign agreement tonight
Religious Zionism party chairman Bezalel Smotrich and Zehut chairman Moshe Feiglin are expected to sign their merger agreement tonight.
Back to school:
Back to school: Netanyahu joins first graders for arts and crafts
Prime Minister Netanyahu opens the new school year in Ramle, greeting first graders before joining students for a colorful arts and crafts activity.
Tali Gotliv’s political future hangs in the balance
Talks over a possible move from Likud to Itamar Ben-Gvir’s party are advancing, as Gotliv accuses Likud officials of sidelining her.
Segalovitz joins Ra’am: They won’t change me
Former MK Yoav Segalovitz officially joins Ra’am, saying he would not seek to change Mansour Abbas, but that political cooperation is possible.
‘Every Jew must feel committed’
‘Every Jew must feel committed’: French cousins enlist in the IDF
After making Aliyah from France, cousins Gad and Elior enlist in the IDF’s Hasmonean Brigade, driven by faith, duty and a desire to defend Israel.
Yesh Atid shakeup: Meir Cohen bows out of Knesset race
Lapid’s longtime political partner gives up his spot for the party’s 'next generation' but says he isn’t leaving Yesh Atid.
Foreign activist faces deportation after assaulting Jewish child
Anti-Israel activist arrested in Har Hevron after disturbing footage showed him blocking Jewish children, making physical contact with a minor.
'This is where I belong'
Haredi recruits speak about enlisting in IDF: 'This is where I belong'
Haredi recruits describe their decision to enlist, concerns about the changes ahead, and their determination to maintain their haredi identity and way of life while serving in the IDF.
Givati controversy
Givati controversy | 16 soldiers jailed after refusing to board APC with female paramedic
Rotem Battalion commander sentences five hesder yeshiva students to 10 days in military prison for refusing to board an APC with a female paramedic. 11 others receive five-day sentences.
Peak number of haredi recruits:
Peak number of haredi recruits to IDF, many opting for combat roles
Hundreds of haredi recruits arrived at Tel Hashomer induction center, many joining combat tracks, with one Hasmonean Brigade recruit saying: 'We all need to take responsibility, haredi or not.'
Thousands of Haredim enlist
Thousands of Haredim enlist: A look at the IDF’s new service tracks
The IDF is presenting its range of dedicated tracks - from Paratroopers and Hasmonean Brigade combat soldiers to intelligence researchers and personnel in technology and logistics.
Ben Gvir blasts Netanyahu over ‘cynical’ unity talks
Itamar Ben Gvir accuses Netanyahu and Smotrich of using a staged unity push to pressure Moshe Feiglin into lowering his demands for an electoral bloc.
Million Jews and 40 communities:
Million Jews and 40 communities: Smotrich's plan causes uproar in Arab world
Smotrich’s plan to settle one million Jews in the Negev and Galilee has drawn fierce condemnation and calls from the Arab sector to turn out in large numbers at the polls.
Ben Gvir defies Netanyahu: No deal with Smotrich
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for unity to save right-wing bloc, Otzma Yehudit declares decision to run separately 'final and absolute.'