Unity talks hung up on a unilateral division of Jerusalem
Coalition expansion talks go on, but Herzog's demand for 'separation plan' giving PA control of Arab parts of Jerusalem presents problems.
Coalition expansion talks go on, but Herzog's demand for 'separation plan' giving PA control of Arab parts of Jerusalem presents problems.
Zionist Union officials say coalition talks with Netanyahu are stalled, claim he is scared of the "Smotriches" of Jewish Home.
Coalition source: Herzog asked for significant improvement in the ministries he'd receive upon joining the government.
Zionist Union MKs blast Herzog following poll which found they are losing seats.
Yisrael Beytenu head rejects position, promise of death penalty for terrorists; says current gov't not really right-wing.
Prime Minister and opposition leader conduct lengthy meeting Sunday night as part of continuing negotiations for unity government.
MK Mickey Rosenthal attacks the chairman of his party, says he is a failed leader who lied to the public.
Finance Minister insists unpopular unity idea best for the public, in order to further economic reforms under a stable government.
Channel 10 News reveals that Netanyahu and Herzog are drafting an announcement on a freeze on construction in Judea and Samaria.
Two separate studies show huge opposition to Likud-Zionist Union coalition; support for Jewish Home, Yesh Atid at 2013 levels.
Negotiations to expand coalition gaining momentum as Herzog looks to win over support within party, extract concessions from Netanyahu.
Netanyahu leads a 'fake' right-wing government, former Foreign Minister fumes, amid unity government attempts with leftist Zionist Union.
MK Mickey Rosenthal blasts Herzog for contemplating the idea of "crawling into the government."
Prime Minister and opposition leader speak again about the possibility of the Zionist Union joining the coalition.
Likud's Elkin warns a unity government would be an 'historic mistake,' as Zionist Union would pull coalition leftward to justify itself.
Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely argues a unity government would reward the party despite inherent incompatibilities.
Zionist Union MKs clarify to party chairman Yitzhak Herzog that he does not have the mandate to sign an agreement with the Likud.
MK Amir Peretz fumes at idea of unity government, which he predicts would lose touch with public interest.
Opposition head Yitzhak Herzog breaks silence on talks with Netanyahu to enter government, with a message unlikely to please the PM.
Ex-Labor head condemns Herzog for not dismissing talk of joining Likud, says Labor 'crawling' to right-wing after portfolios and honor.
Unity gov't talks continue apace, as sources close to the prime minister say he's made a very generous offer to opposition leader Herzog.
Senior Likud and Zionist Union sources claim chances of a deal for leftist party to enter coalition 'greater than ever.'
As negotiations for unity government continue, Zionist Union chief reportedly looking to unseat Uri Ariel from Agriculture Ministry.
For the first time, PM admits there were talks with leftist Zionist Union, but says talks ended with Herzog corruption scandal.
Talks underway to bring Zionist Union into coalition. But Naftali Bennett warns offering party may bolt if Justice Ministry given to Labor.
Senior Likud source claims Netanyahu made generous deal to leftist Zionist Union, now waiting for response; Herzog's office denies.
Erdan calls on Zionist Union to join unity government, warns budget will bring down the coalition and 'we don't need elections.'
PLO unity government runs wild with whitewashing of 'youths' trying to murder Jews, threatens the situation may 'blow up completely.'
Now is the time to unite against terror, Yuli Edelstein asserts, urging parties to disband with political divisions and come together.
Hamas, Islamic Jihad blast PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas for being too soft in war against Israel.
For once and for all, said Yitzchak Herzog, Zionist Union/Labor is not going to join Binyamin Netanyahu's coalition.
Political sources reveal talks hit a loggerhead, with opposition by Livni and Yechimovich primary in fouling up anti-Iran deal move.
Despite the growing Iranian threat and reports Zionist Union head Herzog may join coalition, powerful MKs in his party say it won't happen.
Labor's former leader blasts current chairman for agreeing to stand united alongside Netanyahu against Iranian nuclear deal.
Rumors continue to fly that Zionist Union will join Likud-led gov't, as Netanyahu and Herzog show cooperation in opposition to Iran deal.
Day after PLO starts talks with Hamas, Communist terror group says dissolved govt. won't be reformed anytime soon.
PLO committee talks with terror groups about forming new government, after Abbas told France Hamas won't be part of new government.
Hamdallah resigns; Hamas says Abbas making the move for fear of being rendered irrelevant by indirect Hamas-Israel talks.
Fatah spokesperson welcomes opening of Rafah Crossing, complains that Hamas is 'refusing' to hand crossings over.
Jewish Home chairman vows to work 'shoulder to shoulder' with other parties and ministers 'for the good of Israel.'
Presenting deal to Zionist Union may be only way to curb extravagant demands of nationalist partners, Likud minister Gilad Erdan asserts.
Head of Israel's workers' union argues unity government is only way to deal with challenges facing and division within Jewish state.
Further signs of disunity as ministers says Hamas blocked them from working on salary war in Gaza visit; 'crisis bigger than unity govt.'
Labor leader continues to insist that he will not join a coalition headed by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.
President Rivlin reportedly working behind the scenes towards a government with Likud and the "Zionist Union".
Gilad Erdan says as far as he knows, the meeting did not occur, but warns if negotiations drag on, coalition with Labor could result.
With pressure mounting for a coalition, Likud minister Silvan Shalom says unity government is on table if Labor agrees to basic guidelines.
A source in Jewish Home says it appears that Likud wants a government with its “natural allies” - but not with Jewish Home.
Despite media speculation, Labor MK Eitan Cabel vehemently denies any contact between Likud and Labor during coalition negotiations.
Speaking to Arutz Sheva, Im Tirtzu's Policy Director Alon Schvartzer dismisses unity government, says MKs like Stav Shaffir are anti-Jewish.
On April 1, 2014, the PA broke the Oslo Accords by applying to UN agencies. In one year, nothing - and everything - has changed.
Channel 10 reports that Likud has informed Jewish Home negotiators their hands are tied when it comes to foreign affairs portfolio.
A source in the Likud said that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu was strongly considering asking Yitzchak Herzog to join his coalition.
Calling Bennett 'whiny,' Zionist Union head Herzog says no truth to comments Netanyahu will pass Jewish Home over for unity government.
Bennett tells supporters that if Netanyahu forms unity government with Zionist Union, Jewish Home will work hard from the opposition.
In meeting kept secret from press, PA head says he wants to see Israeli unity government to advance 'peace talks.'
Rumors surface Monday that Netanyahu has not given up on idea of unity government with Zionist Union; Jewish Home feels it's being played.
MK Shaked announces Jewish Home's opposition to unity government, hopes Netanyahu doesn't 'make a joke' of the Right.
Likud adamantly rejects Channel Ten report that Netanyahu sent associate Natan Eshel to prod Herzog about possibility of unity government.
Yitzhak Herzog on Wednesday made it clear that he wold not join a unity government with Prime Minister Netanyahu.