Smotrich: Set a new policy for returning hostages
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "Bring the Law to Adopt the Conclusions of the Shamgar Committee to the Cabinet for Decision."
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Shikma Jail:
MKs visit Bezalel Zini in the Shikma Jail
MK Zvi Sukkot visited Bezalel Zini, brother of Shin Bet chief David Zini, at Shikma Prison. Zini is being held on suspicion of involvement in a cigarette smuggling affair to Gaza.
Government approves:
Government approves: Supplementary airport to be built in the Negev
Decision aims to prevent aviation bottlenecks and strengthen emergency preparedness as air traffic continues to surge.
Ahead of Ramadan:
Ahead of Ramadan: Ben Gvir visits terrorists' cells
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir conducted a tour of Ofer Prison this morning with the Commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yaakobi. "From the 'all-inclusive hotel' to real prisons."
Worrying surge in violence against bus drivers
A new report warns that 77% of drivers experienced verbal abuse and 54% were physically attacked just since the beginning of 2026.
Regev to Arutz Sheva:
Minister Regev to Arutz Sheva: An opportunity to completely change the situation in Iran
Transportation Minister Miri Regev speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of the meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Trump, which will focus on the Iranian threat.
Minister Miri Regev:
Minister Miri Regev: '60% of road accidents in Arab sector'
Transport minister outlines tougher traffic penalties and public transportation expansion plans.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'I will present to Trump principles for talks with Iran'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will present to President Trump Israel's position on the negotiations with Iran during his trip to the USA.
Split of Arrangements Law
Split of Arrangements Law approved: Shas and Degel HaTorah support, Agudat Yisrael opposes
Despite requests from the Arab parties to turn the vote into a confidence vote in the government, MKs Goldknopf, Porush, Maoz, and Tessler oppose.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: 'Destroy the Iranian regime, there is no other way'
Finance Minister and Religious Zionist Party leader Bezalel Smotrich said in an interview with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News that Israel cannot tolerate the continued existence of Iran’s current regime.
MK Succot pops into Gush Etzion school
MK Tzvi Succot arrives at Gush Etzion school for surprise visit, to examine emergency preparedness.
Netanyahu to meet Trump on Wednesday
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, to meet in Washington to discuss US-Iran negotiations.
Smotrich's revolution continues
Smotrich's revolution in Judea and Samaria continues: 5 settlements officially regularized
Recognition has been granted to five new settlements, joining 20 others that were recently regularized. Smotrich: "We are killing the idea of a Palestinian state."
Netanyahu: 'Bennett always opposed conquering Gaza'
In closed meeting, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar forged documents.
Bereaved parents:
Bereaved parents: 'Stop Hamas supporter from building a hotel in Jerusalem'
Bereaved parents' plea to the Mayor of Jerusalem: 'Do not allow the businessman who supported Hamas to build a hotel in the Old City.' Municipality removes plan pending completion of a 'thorough review.'
Judges beware:
MK Tally Gotliv vows to defy High Court over Ben Gvir
Talking to Arutz Sheva, MK Tally Gotliv said that Itamar Ben Gvir is the Minister of National Security, and he will remain so, despite the High Court order.
Proposed Bill: One Chief Rabbi for Israel
MKs from Yisrael Beytenu have submitted a bill to amend the Chief Rabbinate Law, with the aim of abolishing the division between th Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi and Sephardic Chief Rabbi.
Yesh Atid MK apologizes for storming Likud MK's office
Likud MK Boaz Bismuth held a reprimand call with MK Ben-Barak, who apologized for storming Bismuth's office. Bismuth in turn agreed to drop the sanctions against Ben-Barak.
Netanyahu to Iran
Netanyahu to Iran: 'Anyone who attacks us will suffer unbearable consequences'
A special debate was held in the plenary to mark the 77th anniversary of the Knesset's establishment.
Bill proposed to revoke citizenship for promoting boycotts
A new proposal would allow Israel to revoke citizenship from Law of Return recipients who promote boycotts against the state within five years of naturalization.
Police crack down on mosque loudspeaker noise
Following citizen complaints, Police Commissioner Danny Levi instructed districts to enforce noise laws against mosques using loudspeakers at unlawful volumes.
Bismuth imposes sanctions on MKs who stormed his office
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Chairman Bismuth removes Yesh Atid MKs from subcommittee positions after storming his office a day earlier.
MK Solomon to Arutz Sheva:
MK Solomon to Arutz Sheva: Conditioning budget on Draft Law will harm us all
Attempts to use state budget as leverage will harm haredim as much as anyone else, MK Moshe Solomon warns.
Early intervention reform may harm children, MK warns
Knesset committees to hold discussion on early childhood intervention reform, with MKs warning of lack of professionals and increased burdens on the parents.
Knesset Ethics Committee rejects complaint against Odeh
The Knesset Ethics Committee dismisses a complaint filed by the organization B’Tsalmo against MK Ayman Odeh over his call for an arms embargo on Israel.
Likud MK to Arutz Sheva:
MK Moshe Saada to Arutz Sheva: Postpone the Draft Law to the next government
In an interview with Arutz Sheva, MK Moshe Saada argues that the budget crisis is not real and that the budget will pass on Wednesday. He adds that the current version of the Draft Law will not withstand Supreme Court scrutiny.
'The era of last-minute preparations must end'
The Knesset Education Committee held a special discussion on Israel's preparedness for mass events involving its citizens abroad, focusing primarily on the annual pilgrimage to Uman.
Government approves five new towns in the Negev
The government on Sunday approved a proposal by Construction and Housing Minister Haim Katz and Settlements Minister Orit Struck to establish five new community settlements in the eastern Be'er Sheva metropolitan area.
Liberman sets conditions for the next government
Yisrael Beytenu chairman appeals to Eisenkot, Bennett, Golan, and Lapid, demanding they commit to a comprehensive and equal Draft Law as part of the next government’s basic guidelines.
100 girls spend Shabbat near Gaza
The Nahala movement held a Shabbat of preparation to return to Gaza at the Black Arrow monument in southern Israel.
Knesset approves
Knesset approves: The law to prevent PA teachers from teaching in Israel
The Knesset plenary approved the bill that stipulates that graduates of Palestinian Authority educational institutions will not be able to teach in the Israeli education system.
Will the Supreme Court save UNRWA's headquarters?
UNRWA files urgent petition against eviction and demolition in Jerusalem.
Meron disaster:
Families of victims furious at AG's office following Meron disaster
Victims’ families say 'it is inconceivable why, almost two years after the investigative committee and despite its clear recommendations, criminal investigations have still not been opened.'
Where are the forces?
Where are the forces? The request for assistance in evacuating the UNRWA compound
The legal advisor to the Jerusalem Municipality has turned to the Ministry of Defense demanding immediate intervention to evacuate the UNRWA compound in Kafr Aqab, after no forces were allocated for the task.
Shin Bet: We support death penalty for terrorists; concerns regarding Hamas have decreased
Shin Bet supports death penalty for terrorists, 'there were concerns in the past regarding the implications of such a move'
'A dream come true'
'A dream come true': A look at life in Israel's newest community
Efraim Shahor, a resident of the new Gush Etzion community of Shdema-Yatziv, shares his thoughts, challenges, and vision for the future.
Cornerstone laid for new community in Gush Etzion
New community of Yatziv, formerly Shdema, inaugurated in Gush Etzion. A mezuzah was affixed and a tree planted, marking the start of civilian life on the former IDF base.
After Arutz Sheva Exposé:
After Arutz Sheva Exposé: Israel to cut utilities to UNRWA facilities
Nearly ten UNRWA public facilities have received warning letters ahead of water and electricity disconnections, on the instruction of Energy Minister Eli Cohen.
Knesset passes amendment to Guardians Law
Under the new law, guardians and POAs will be able to manage bank accounts and digital payments.
Former hostage Eitan Mor shares powerful captivity story he learned from the Tanya
Former hostage Eitan Mor describes how a teaching from the Tanya helped save his life in Gaza, as he joined the family of fallen hostage Ran Gvili for a special Tanya printing ceremony.
