News for 2020 Elections Likud officials critical of Bennett's demandsLikud officials are said to be critical of Bennett's coalition demands, say he 'doesn't deserve' Defense Ministry. Liberman slams emerging coalition, says his party kept its wordYisrael Beytenu chair lashes out against the unity Netanyahu-Gantz government in the works. Olmert: 'Gantz has no political future - his future is in his past'Former PM Ehud Olmert says Benny Gantz has 'no political future,' calls PM Netanyahu a 'con man.' Ahmad Tibi: 'We'll be a horrible opposition'MK Tibi slams MK Gantz for joining coalition: 'Blue and White as formed to provide alternative government, he failed.' The survey that made Gantz dismantle Blue and WhiteThe poll that prompted Benny Gantz to dismantle Blue and White presented a clear indication of the leanings of Blue and White voters. This is what unity government would look likeWith reports of a unity gov't agreement drawing closer, here's a look at what the probable coalition would look like. Rabbi Eliezer Waldman: 'A crime of national proportions' to rely on Joint Arab ListHead of Nir hesder yeshiva attacks Blue & White for lies, deception in claiming to represent the majority of voters. Netanyahu to Gantz: 'Let's form a unity government today'PM Netanyahu calls on MK Gantz to form a unity government: 'Citizens of Israel want a government which will save their lives & livelihoods.' Joint Arab List to head Knesset committee charged with helping terror victimsJoint Arab List to choose chair of Knesset committee which handles rehab of injured IDF veterans and families devastated by Arab terror. Minister Levin: 'Supreme Court is leading us to anarchy'Tourism Min. Levin slams Supreme Court's Esther Hayut: 'She should involve herself in things she has authority over, not take over Knesset.' Blue and White: 'Closer to fourth elections than to unity government'Blue and White officials say no negotiations with Likud, fourth elections closer than unity. Supreme Court sets veiled ultimatum for Knesset SpeakerSupreme Court orders Yuli Edelstein to hold vote on new Knesset Speaker - or else. Tzachi Hanegbi: 'This week, we'll know who's leading Blue and White'Min. Tzachi Hanegbi says Israelis will know 'this week' who is leading Blue and White. 'No way for Gantz to avoid making a decision.' Right-wing bloc to boycott Knesset debatesParties in right-wing bloc to boycott Monday's Knesset discussions and votes in protest against Blue and White's behavior. Mr. Gantz, dont let your hysterical partners destroy Israel!Jewish history is replete with stories of people whose emotional and personally motivated decisions had a devastating effect on the fate of the Jewish People. Netanyahu says agreement reached with Blue and WhiteThe PM said the Likud had agreed on a rotation gov't with Blue and White, Lapid stood in the way of signing. Galant to left: Israeli democracy is just fineMK Yoav Galant responds to attacks against Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein and Likud party by Blue and White. Poll: Likud - 40, Blue and White - 30New poll shows right-wing bloc with 62 Knesset seats, overtaking center-left bloc. Between a rock and a hard placeJoinng a coalition is not so simple for the Joint List, and much less simple for Israel. Gantz does not rule out unity gov't: 'All options on the table'Gantz attacked Knesset Speaker Edelstein: "Hard to believe we may have to appeal to High Court to renew Knesset activity." Edelstein: 'we're in a time of crisis, enough petty politics'Speaker of Knesset warned of the dangers inherent in the Likud and Blue and White struggle over the establishment of Knesset committees. Gantz: 'We will not remain silent'Gantz attacked the actions of Israeli police who held up protestors from reaching the Knesset. Activists distribute flyers urging MKs: 'Don't enable an anti-Zionist government!'50,000 door hangers and flyers urge MKs to oppose Joint List-backed government. New poll shows: 61 seats for right-wing blocNew poll shows Likud rising to 39 Knesset seats as Blue and White plummets to 30. In coalition negotiations with Likud, Blue and White demands Justice MinistryBlue and White demands Justice Ministry portfolio and 'right to veto' in legal matters, report says. Likud MK to Arutz Sheva: Nobody won the electionMK Yoav Kisch calls on Blue and White party to agree to an emergency government. "We need to unite and deal with the crisis." Leaders of right-wing parties refuse to meet with Benny GantzBenny Gantz sets up meetings with Yisrael Beytenu and left-wing parties, is rebuffed by leaders of right-wing bloc. Gantz: 'Public is sick of hate and divisions'Pres. Rivlin tasks Benny Gantz with forming a gov't, urges 'as broad a gov't as possible.' Gantz: 'We'll try to form a gov't within days.' Arab MK: 'Very low chance of minority government'MK Shihadeh says chance of minority government 'very low,' Joint Arab List will have 'difficult' time supporting gov't with Yisrael Beytenu. Amir Peretz, Left bloc demand election of new Knesset SpeakerLeft bloc leaders are pressuring Knesset Speaker Edelstein to resign his position ahead of tomorrow's swearing-in ceremony. 'Does your hatred of Bibi outweigh national responsibility?'Former Shin Bet head accuses Gantz & Co. of losing sight of key issues due to 'anti-Bibi virus.'Rivlin meets with Gantz, NetanyahuPresident meets leaders of the 2 largest parties following consultations with heads of all Knesset factions. President to task Gantz with forming governmentBlue and White leader to receive first chance to form government, expected to pursue minority government with outside Arab support. 'Unity govt. does not require replacement of Knesset Speaker'Tzipi Hotovely attacked leaders of the Blue and White party for their insistence on forming a gov't with support of the Arab parties. Could I be responsible for Israel's destruction?Diaspora Jewry has a lot to answer for - especially now that the election results are in. Liberman: Form an emergency government immediatelyYisrael Beytenu chair says his party will support government made of Likud, Blue and White, even from the outside. Sources: Blue and White may agree to sit under Netanyahu for a yearPolitical sources say Blue and White may agree to sit with Netanyahu, are not looking to form short-term emergency government. Who will be the prime minister of Israel?The Israeli election conundrum is confusing, but here is a brief and succinct explanation. No solution is offered. Blue and White meeting with Joint Arab List concludes'We exchanged opinions on recommendations to Pres. Rivlin and on parliamentary matters,' MK Tibi says. Israeli pundit: 'Hamas wants the Joint Arab List in the coalition''There's complete quiet in the south because Hamas wants the Joint Arab List in the coalition,' Channel 20's Shimon Riklin says. Tamar Zandberg slams Orly Levi Abekasis: 'One of the greatest betrayals ever'Meretz leader slams Gesher leader's decision not to support minority gov't: 'Inconceivable to steal left's chance at forming government.' Blue and White MK: 'We'll activate our majority on Monday''Nothing is off the table, our goal is that Gantz will be asked to form a government,' MK Ofer Shelah says. Israel shedding light on coronavirus?Gil Hoffman reflects on the impact of the coronavirus on the State of Israel and its politics. MK Ayelet Shaked: 'Sign of moral bankruptcy' to form minority gv't with Arab supportMK and former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked describes various scenarios for unity government: 'Politicians need to come to their senses.' Lapid: "Establish a narrow government" with the cooperation of the Joint List“I admit that this is not the government that we wanted, but it is far superior to the current paralysis," Blue and White leader says. Kingmaker Liberman may have ambitions of his own to ruleIs Avigdor Liberman just using Benny Gantz to wipe Netanyahu off the political map? Will the Israeli government be supported by anti-Zionists?The Blue and White party threatens to form a government backed by the Arab party. Tamar Yonah wonders how low the politicians can go. Rabbi Peretz attacks Blue & White MKs for planning to cooperate with Joint Arab ListMinister of Education Rabbi Peretz slams Gantz and other party members for their intention to establish minority govt. with Arab support Blue and White fumes at two of its MKs: Toe the line or resignBlue and White's MK Gantz demanding MKs Zvi Hauser and Yoaz Hendel support minority government or resign, report says. Channel 12 journalist: 'Form a narrow government immediately'Amnon Abramovich calls for 'immediate' formation of minority government relying on Joint Arab List, says Netanyahu was 'defeated.' Blue and White concerned Liberman won't join minority governmentBlue and White concerned Yisrael Beytenu won't agree to join minority government supported by Joint Arab List. Shaked's message to Amir Peretz and Benny GantzMK Ayelet Shaked says left-wing majority includes MKs who want to erase Israel's Jewish identity, calls on leftist parties to join right. Benny Gantz: 'I'll form a stable government''Three rounds of elections ended with definite majority who don't support Netanyahu,' Blue and White chairman claims. Labor leader: 'All attempts to form a government are legitimate'MK Amir Peretz praises those working to form 'government of change and hope,' says PM Netanyahu's warning is 'illegitimate and dangerous.' Netanyahu: 'Left-wing bloc is trying to steal the elections and trying to fool us'PM Netanyahu says he refused to allow Jewish prayer on Temple Mount because the move would 'inflame the entire Middle East.' 'Three Chiefs of Staff selling Israel to its enemies'Transport Minister blasts Blue and White intent to form government with Joint Arab List: 'Their hatred of Netanyahu has driven them insane.' Three key observations on the Israeli electionsLearning from the past and how Oslo became possible, looking at the present with Netanyahu as opposed to Blue and White, and planning for a future with a united Religious Zionism. |
