'Yair Lapid will be the next prime minister'

MK Penina Tamanu-Shata: Netanyahu surrendered to terror, we lost our deterrence, the government works for itself and not for the public.

'Haredi Draft Law' in jeopardy as Yesh Atid vows to vote against

Former Finance Minister Yair Lapid blasts draft bill he previously backed, as court-imposed deadline nears.

Did Lapid try to hide meetings with powerful news mogul?

Yair Lapid held secret meetings with shadowy news mogul. A new expose now adds that he destroyed any mention of them from his diary. Why?

Lapid and Netanyahu battle each other on Facebook

Netanyahu wants Lapid probed for meeting with shadowy newspaper publisher. Lapid slams Netanyahu's 'crooked priorities'.

Opposition heads accuse PM of corruption amid scandal

Amid charges in Case 3000 submarine affair, Gabbay says Netanyahu's actions amount to 'treason'.

Lapid: Not all of the right-wing murdered Rabin

Catcalls and boos at Yitzchak Rabin memorial rally after Lapid says that "not all of the right-wing killed Rabin".

Lapid rips 'abominable' criticism of journalist's mixed marriage

Yesh Atid chief says he opposes assimilation, but blasts critics of Israeli Arab journalist's marriage to Jewish actor.

Anger after Yesh Atid candidate releases anti-haredi video

Outrage after Holon municipal releases video warning of haredi turnout. 'Baseless hatred, racism, an embarrassment.'

Yesh Atid's token kipa favors demilitarized Palestinian state

Kfar Etzion member Tor-Paz joins Yesh Atid and reveals views on range of controversies, same-gender marriage, reform, and more.

Labor chief: Yesh Atid surrendered

Internal conflict in left-center camp continues after polls predict Likud victory with significant gap over competing parties.

'Mass suicide by Yesh Atid'

Political commentator Amit Segal: Parties in Netanyahu's bloc are anorexic and may die.

Lapid to Netanyahu: 'Don't give in to haredim on draft law'

"This law must be passed in its letter and in its language,” said Yair Lapid, Chairman of the secular Yesh Atid party.

'Lapid can't wait for body to cool down?'

'You couldn't wait five days and look me in the eye?' says Hadera Mayor, ousted by Yesh Atid Chairman.

Fighting for the State - even on vacation

Yesh Atid Party has information pamphlets for Israelis on summer vacation abroad, to equip them against boycott organizations' claims.

Yesh Atid: No reason to extend draft law deadline

Yesh Atid submits counter-appeal requesting Supreme Court not approve extending Draft Law deadline.

Gov't asks High Court for 7 month extension to pass Draft Law

Governmant says in its appeal that it is unable to finish legislation by looming deadline.

Likud rises to 35 seats in latest poll

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Likud leads nearest competitor by more than 2-1 according to latest poll.

'Yesh Atid wants to join Netanyahu government'

Zionist Union chairman slams Yesh Atid party, says his is the 'only option' for replacing PM Netanyahu.

'I don't want Arabs flying our F-16s'

Yesh Atid lawmaker defends plan to draft haredim - while leaving most of Arab population exempt from IDF service.

'There are criminal sanctions in this draft law as well'

Yesh Atid MK claims his party's version of the draft law was better than Defense Minister Liberman's.

'Lapid is lying to the public'

Justice Minister Shaked slams Yesh Atid MKs for 'blatantly lying' about haredi draft law.

Draft Law approved by government

Bill expected to be submitted to Knesset for first reading tomorrow. Law will likely pass by large majority, with Yesh Atid's support.

Lapid attacks 'gift to Israel's enemies'

MK attacks leftist conference tomorrow in Knesset, says 'Zionist Union's lost it.' Leftist Yesh Atid members will not participate.

Survey: Likud continues to lead

New poll shows Likud would win 32 seats if elections were held today, while runner up Yesh Atid would receive 18 seats.

'IDF and Chief of Staff support draft outline'

Yair Lapid says his party will support the draft law if it remains in its present form, but not if it is changed at all.

Former NSC head: Netanyahu negotiated on Golan Heights

'Netanyahu conducted indirect negotiations with Assad the son, the psychopath, about leaving Golan Heights. Assad palace has all documents.'

Lapid claims orchestrated disinformation attack against him

Yesh Atid chairman attacks Netanyahu and ministers for declaring Hamas victory, accuses Netanyahu of spreading 'fake news'.

Poll: Likud 34 - Yesh Atid 17

Despite recommendation to indict Netanyahu, Likud continues to gain in polls, while Labor, Yesh Atid fall.

'Israel will respond to Gaza mortar attacks'

Israeli leaders call on foreign powers to condemn terrorist attacks on towns near Gaza border, vow military response to provocations.

Lapid: 'There's an attempt to undermine rule of law

'There are two Netanyahu's: Statesman who brought embassy to Jerusalem, and haunted man sitting at night writing articles.'

Lapid:

'Netanyahu's identification with Republican party is dangerous'

Yesh Atid chief slams Israeli government for allegedly allying itself with Republican party. 'We could have a big problem in 2020.'

When Lapid gave credit to Netanyahu

Yesh Atid Chairman complements PM on his efforts for US embassy move to J'lem. 'Whoever cannot give credit loses right to criticize.'

Poll: Likud 36, Yesh Atid 17

Netanyahu would easily win fifth term as PM, poll shows, as Likud opens up massive lead over Yesh Atid, Zionist Union.

New poll puts Likud at 35 seats; Yesh Atid: 18

Israeli News poll puts Likud at comfortable 35 seats, leaving Yesh Atid panting to catch up at 18.

Yaakov Perry: I'll be back

Former minister who resigned after investigation casted shadow over security past and credibility promises return to public life.

Jewish Home tops Labor in latest poll

Zionist Union drops from 24 seats to 10, Likud holds 9-mandate lead over Yesh Atid.

Poll: Likud stable at 30, Yesh Atid falls to 19

Newly formed party led by Orly Levy nets 5 seats, as Labor falls from 24 to just 13 mandates.

Opposition seeks dissolution of Knesset

Yesh Atid, Zionist Union, and Meretz demand vote to dissolve government, hold early elections.

Lapid's 'haredi protester' outed as secular activist in disguise

Yesh Atid rally against proposed haredi amendment to draft law features secular activist posing as a haredi demonstrator.

58% of diners who do not keep kosher prefer alternative kashrut

MK Elazar Stern welcomes Tzohar rabbis alternative kashrut system. 'Current kashrut system doesn't enhance respect for Israel's Jewishness.'

Lapid urges EU to ban Hezbollah

Yesh Atid chairman lobbies EU to put Hezbollah's political wing on terror watchlist.

Poll: Likud 28, Yesh Atid 22

Poll taken following police recommendation to indict Prime Minister shows coalition stable, retaining majority with Likud as largest party.

Penina Tamanu-Shata returns to the Knesset

Yesh Atid MK who served in the 19th Knesset replaces Yaakov Perry who resigned last week.

Knesset passes 'Ariel University Law'

Law placing Israeli colleges in Judea and Samaria directly under Israeli authority passes Knesset, gains support of Yesh Atid MKs.

Yesh Atid proposes new haredi draft law

Yesh Atid submits new bill expanding draft of haredi men, limiting exemptions given to yeshiva students.

Even Lapid's voters wouldn't want him as prime minister

Even Lapid's voters don't want him as prime minister

Centrist Yesh Atid is gaining power, but no one really wants a one-issue party with a lax stance on security running the country. Opinion.

Lapid: Expose agreements between PM and haredim

Yesh Atid chairman demands that Netanyahu and haredi parties be forced to reveal agreements on budget approval and Litzman appointment.

Yesh Atid brings security hawk on board

Ram Ben-Barak, former Mossad dep. chief and Director of Intelligence and Strategic Affairs ministries, joins Yesh Atid party.

Lapid tops Netanyahu in latest Knesset poll

Yesh Atid opens up five-seat lead over ruling Likud party in new poll, as left reaches near parity with Israeli right.

Likud demands criminal investigation against Yesh Atid

Likud claims Lapid's Yesh Atid party illegally used databases by sending unsolicited e-mails.

Likud rises to 31 seats in latest poll, Labor falls to 13

New polls Likud gaining ground, while Labor loses nearly half its seats.

'Lapid is Meretz wrapped in an Israeli flag'

Education Minister rips Yesh Atid chief's opposition to Israeli sovereignty over Judea, Samaria. 'He's Meretz wrapped in an Israeli flag.'

Will Yair Lapid be Israel's next prime minister?

Survey shows MK Yair Lapid's Yesh Atid party as receiving one Knesset seat more than PM Netanyahu's Likud party.

Haredi MK won't sit in Yesh Atid-led coalition

UTJ's Moshe Gafni says he won't sit with Yesh Atid, won't make peace with construction work on Shabbat.

Jewish Home gains strength in new poll

Poll finds if elections were held today, Likud and Yesh Atid would receive the same number of seats, while Jewish Home would gain power.

Poll: 'All-star' dream team led by Lapid could topple Netanyahu

New poll shows that union of center-left, center-right led by Yair Lapid could defeat Likud - and form viable ruling majority.

Bill: Heavy punishment for attacking soldiers

Yesh Atid bill seeks to impose 10 year prison sentence on those who assault IDF soldiers.

Zionist Union, Yesh Atid leaders skip Judea and Samaria jubilee

Yesh Atid denies party intends to boycott celebration of 50th anniversary of Jewish return to Judea and Samaria.

Court strikes down amendment to mandatory draft law

State given one year to come up with new draft law after exemptions given to yeshiva students deemed unconstitutional.