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October 7 failures:

October 7 failures: Decision on commission of inquiry postponed by three months

Minister Sa'ar recommends amending the law so that a state commission of inquiry would be established but the government would guide it.

Gallant charges:

Gallant charges: Gantz and Eisenkot's resignation harmed return of hostages

Former Defense Minister claims that the military pressure exerted by the defense establishment was not translated into diplomatic achievements, partly due to changes in leadership.

MK Boaz Bismuth to Arutz Sheva:

MK Boaz Bismuth to Arutz Sheva: Trump came to set things straight

MK Boaz Bismuth responds to President Donald Trump's statements: He is creating a new reality in the Middle East together with Netanyahu.

Rabbi Yaakov Meidan:

Rabbi Yaakov Meidan: 'Strive for equality, haredi society is alienated'

Rabbi Yaakov Meidan, dean of Yeshivat Har Etzion, criticizes evasion of IDF service. 'The burden is unbearable; rabbis should give students the choice if to serve.'

Watch:

Watch: Jerusalem Deputy Mayor uncorks champagne at UNRWA closure

Deputy Mayor Aryeh King celebrates the implementation of the new Israeli law barring UNRWA from operating in Jerusalem in light of the organization's connections to Hamas.

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: 'Gazans can go to Egypt, but they can't return to Gaza'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi told the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee that Iran is deterred, 'afraid, and understands that it is not protected.'

Father of murdered hostage:

Father of murdered hostage: My daughter has become invisible; it's tearing out my heart

'Difficult to fully rejoice in hostages' return, frustrated Inbar was not included in the deal,' says father of Inbar Haiman, whose body is being held by Hamas.

Edelstein announces:

Edelstein announces: 'The committee I head will produce a true draft law'

Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Yuli Edelstein, met with IDF soldiers and promised to push the draft law, 'I am leading the draft law for our combat soldiers.'

At Smotrich's orders:

At Smotrich's orders: Amnesty International loses tax benefits in Israel

Israel's Tax Authority, acting on instructions from Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, revokes Amnesty International's tax benefit due to organization's anti-Israel activities, support for BDS.

Minister Eliyahu:

Minister Eliyahu: 'Let those who signed the deal not come to the funerals'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu denounced the hostage deal, saying that it would only bring additional terror attacks.

'Stop this deal'

'Stop this deal:' Bereaved families set up display of coffins in Jerusalem

Families of fallen soldiers set up display of coffins draped in Israeli flags and warn that the current ceasefire deal will lead to many more coffins for IDF soldiers.

MK Tsega Melaku to Arutz Sheva:

MK Tsega Melaku to Arutz Sheva: Avera Mengistu will return home after 10 years

Likud MK Tsega Melaku tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News about the conversation she had with the mother of Avera Mengistu, who has been held by Hamas in Gaza for over a decade.

Smotrich:

Smotrich: We won't topple government if Halevi is replaced & Hamas defeated

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with list of demands to ensure Israel's security - even if a ceasefire deal with Hamas is signed.

Father of 10/7 hostage:

Father of 10/7 hostage: 'I am against any deal that does not include all hostages'

Chaim, father of Inbar Hayman, whose body is held by Hamas in Gaza, spoke to Arutz Sheva and called on PM not to agree to any deal that does not include all hostages.

Bereaved mother marches for equal draft law

The mother of fallen soldier Saadia Yaakov Dery is marching from Mt. Herzl to the Knesset to demand equal service for all.

Yesha Council to send delegation to Trump inauguration

The delegation is also expected to participate in other events during the inauguration and meet key figures in the American Jewish community.

Due to increasing threats:

Security for Minister Amichai Eliyahu beefed up due to increasing threats

First publication: Following the recommendation of officials from the Israel Security Agency the security detail for Minister of Heritage Amichai Eliyahu has been raised to the highest level.

Deputy Knesset Speaker:

Deputy Knesset Speaker: 'Everyone must serve, it's not about haredim'

MK Evgeny Sova criticizes the broad conscription law, labeling it as a 'draft evasion law' that disrespects soldiers and is irrelevant in light of the war.

Yesha Council CEO:

Yesha Council CEO: We must act quickly and decisively

After murderous attack in Samaria, Yesha Council CEO Omer Rahamim demands action: Iran seeks to establish a foothold within Judea and Samaria.

IDF chief opens up about the fall of Assad's army

Northern Command chief Ori Gordin speaks about the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, says officers in Assad's military 'simply took off their uniforms and disappeared.'

MK Limor Sohn Har-Melekh:

MK Limor Sohn Har-Melekh: 'Treat terrorists in Judea and Samaria like those in Rafah'

MK Limor Sohn Har-Melekh talks about her brother-in-law's injury in today's fatal attack in Samaria and calls on the IDF to take a tougher stance against terrorists in Judea and Samaria.

Finance Committee approves compensation for southern Israel

The temporary finance committee, chaired by MK Moshe Gafni, approved the extension of compensation payments to affected businesses due to recent conflicts in the south.

Minister Karhi to Arutz Sheva:

Minister Karhi to Arutz Sheva: We're used to crises, Ben Gvir issue will be resolved too

Minister Shlomo Karhi unfazed by the coalition crisis and Otzma Yehudit's vote against the budget: "The government is expected to fulfill its term."

Mother of Slain Hostage:

Mother of Slain Hostage: 'Hannukah will always be Yotam's holiday'

Iris Haim, the mother of hostage Yotam who was tragically killed by IDF fire after escaping Hamas captivity, spoke at a Knesset event about women's bravery in the war.

Senior Gov. official:

'Haredim and Ben Gvir are going to bring down the government'

A senior government official expresses concern about Agudat Yisrael's threats to join Otzma Yehudit MKs and vote against some of the state budget laws.

35 haredi officers join Israel Police

In the shadow of significant concerns regarding haredim enlisting in the IDF, a new course of haredim have been certified for a variety of roles in the Israel Police.

Bereaved father:

Bereaved father: No to an irresponsible deal

Eliyahu Libman, whose son Elyakim was murdered on October 7, explains his opposition to the hostage release deal in its current form.

Bereaved father warns:

Bereaved father warns: Releasing terrorists will result in the deaths of more Israelis

Herzl Hajaj, father of Lieutenant Shir Hajaj who was murdered in a terrorist attack, warns in a conversation with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News: Releasing terrorists as part of a hostage deal will have serious consequences.

Permissible to kidnap soldiers?

Permissible to kidnap soldiers? Police investigate MK Tibi for incitement

MK Ahmad Tibi's statement that kidnapping women and children is wrong but kidnapping soldiers is different to be investigated.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Gantz, who can't help, should at least not hurt'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's staff have denounced the accusations that he is deliberately hampering a hostage deal.

Bill barring teachers who studied in PA from teaching in Israel advances

Ministerial Committee for Legislation advances bill barring teachers who got their degrees in the PA despite opposition for Attorney General.

Smotrich in Metula:

Smotrich in Metula: We will continue to invest in the rehabilitation of the north

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Metula with the leadership of the Finance Ministry: We are committed to a thorough reconstruction of the entire region.

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'No appointments before investigation'

Defense Minister Israel Katz has set an ultimatum for Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, stating he will not approve new generals in the IDF until investigation reports for October 7 are presented.

Interceptor fragment found outside Knesset building

Routine searches reveal two interceptor fragments outside Knesset building; no damage caused.

With toilet paper

With toilet paper | Watch: Protest held outside home of justice who visited terrorists

Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Ronen, following Ronen's visit to Nukhba terrorists in Ofer Prison. 'Winter clothes for terrorists? What about the hostages?'

Attack on Houthis:

Smotrich on the IAF's strike on Houthis: 'Very good things were done last night in Yemen'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich prays at Kiryat Shmona yeshiva as its hundreds of students celebrate a return to their city, praises IAF strike on Houthi targets in Yemen.

Likud MK to Arutz Sheva:

Likud MK to Arutz Sheva: We need to act wisely, not hastily, on issue of A-G

MK Kathrin Shitrit criticizes behavior of Otzma Yehudit when it voted against the first reading of the budget: It only played into the hands of the opposition.

Yesh Atid to cover Gallant's absence in Knesset votes permanently

Yesh Atid sees that Gallant getting closer to its ranks serves it politically. 'When there's a chance of the government falling - Gallant will participate fully.'

Defense Minister Katz comes full circle: 'It was a very moving moment'

Defense Minister Israel Katz, a former paratrooper, shared the moment he came full circle during a visit to the peak of Mount Hermon.

Smotrich:

Smotrich: Deal would be 'serious mistake,' now's the time to crush Hamas

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich slams proposed prisoner swap deal, stressing that it won't bring back all the hostages. 'Hamas is at its lowest point, this is not the time to throw them a lifeline.'