![]() Lieberman Airs His Views on the New GovernmentFormer FM Avigdor Lieberman addressed the new government and whether there is still a chance to return to the Foreign Ministry![]() 'Hotovely Not Minister is a Spit in the Face'Likud's national-religious public and Hotovely associates vent frustrations over Netanyahu's intentions not to give her a ministry.![]() Likud Appointments Start to Shape UpDespite threats from Erdan, Netanyahu has so far made deals Thursday with ministers Katz, Ya'alon, Steinitz, and Akunis.![]() Will the Government be Sworn In Thursday?After Sunday cabinet meeting canceled, analysts speculate Netanyahu may postpone presentation of his fourth government until Monday.![]() Elkin: Don't Expect Much Judicial Reform This TermWithout necessary majority, thanks to Kulanu's opposition, major judicial reforms unlikely to pass through Knesset readings.![]() Report: Erdan Threatening to Leave GovernmentPM's unwillingness to grant Erdan's request for interior and public security portfolios may see Likud #2 leave the government.![]() Knesset Approves Bill to Expand GovernmentSecond and third readings of Netanyahu proposal pass with slim majority.![]() Netanyahu's Coalition Says it Wants PeaceCoalition guidelines states Jewish people have indisputable right to Israel, and that gov't will strive for peace with all neighbors.![]() Last Minute Opposition Jabs Before Expansion VoteBoth Herzog and Liberman accuse Netanyahu's coalition members of putting their own egos before needs of Israeli people.![]() Likud In-Fighting Looms with Expansion on HorizonWith cabinet expansion expected to be approved Wednesday, Netanyahu must then find way to keep his party members satisfied.![]() Stormy Debate Over Cabinet ExpansionMKs exchange proposals, sarcasm in overnight debate; bill to expand government passes for second and third readings.![]() Government Expansion Bill Passes First ReadingDespite delay in swearing-in government, Netanyahu achieves victory in first reading of bill to expand number of cabinet ministers.![]() Left Lashes Out at PM over Expanding GovernmentHerzog claims battle between Netanyahu and Israel has begun, while Lapid stresses Yesh Atid will fight new measure any way it can.![]() Ministers Approve Motion to Expand GovernmentAfter receiving governmental approval, Netanyahu's bill to expand government will move to Knesset for approval on Monday.![]() Bennett: Tzohar Law Will Not be RepealedAmid rumors of repeal, Bennett assures constituents that law allowing couples to register for license where they wish will remain in place.![]() MK Ayoub Kara Takes Threats Down a NotchAfter angry threats against Netanyahu last Thursday, MK Ayoub Kara (Likud) appeared more moderate in interview on Sunday.![]() MK Hazan: Left Hasn't Digested Right's VictoryBrushing aside criticism of him in the press, new Likud MK Oren Hazan asserts attacks stem from Left's inability to accept Likud's victory.![]() Netanyahu's Government Shapes UpWith Likud-led 61-MK coalition of Shas, UTJ, Kulanu, and Jewish Home finalized, it's Likud's turn to battle for coveted ministerial posts.![]() Likud: National Government Rests on Jewish HomeMoments after signing coalition deal with Shas, Likud moves to next target to complete gov't: Jewish Home and chairman Naftali Bennett.![]() New MK Attacks Tibi: Don't Preach Morality to UsYisrael Beytenu's newest MK, Sharon Gal, wasted no time in first Knesset speech on Monday attacking Joint Arab List for 'hypocrisy.'![]() Edelstein: We Are On the Brink of Civil WarKnesset Speaker warns of imminent social crisis at opening summer session as Ethiopian protests against discrimination set to continue.![]() Arab Joint List Chairman Meets with Arch-TerroristMK Ayman Odeh meets with Palestinian terrorist Marwan Barghouti in prison to 'discuss politics.'![]() UTJ, Left United Over Child Allowance IncreaseProf. Yossi Yonah of Labor praises child allowance raise, says it will lift Israel higher on OECD list.![]() Child Allowances to Increase As Part of UTJ DealCash-strapped parents to receive nearly double the current monthly child allowance rate in 2016. UTJ: It's a good deal.![]() Netanyahu Faces Uphill Battle to Form CoalitionLikud presents two initiatives Kulanu opposes and conflict continues over religious affairs post, leaving Netanyahu with mess on his hands.![]() Regev Laments 'Blackmail' From Small PartiesMK Miri Regev claims small, medium parties are holding up talks, calls to change the electoral system to ensure majority is in power.![]() Scrambling Likud Resumes Coalition Talks18 days after receiving the mandate to form a government, Likud hopes to finally concretize deals with both United Torah Judaism and Shas.![]() Jewish Home Presents List of Demands to LikudJewish Home demands ability to restructure judges nominating committee and limit power of liberal-leaning High Court.![]() Edelstein to Continue as Knesset SpeakerAn overwhelming majority of 103 MKs choose Yuli Edelstein to continue in his role as Knesset Speaker in the 20th Knesset as well.![]() 20th Knesset Sworn In; Bibi's Most Hawkish Gov't?Analysis: The next coalition will face an existential threat from Day One. Is it tough enough to 'go rogue' on Iran?![]() MKs Learn 'There is No Substitute for Hard Work'Incoming MKs meet with Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein and veteran MK Amir Peretz for seminar on legislation and law-making.![]() Report: Yaakov Perry to Resign from KnessetPerry allegedly to resign over Yesh Atid's place in the Opposition, allowing Elazar Stern to step in.![]() Joint Arab List: Netanyahu is Illegitimate LeaderBlasting Netanyahu's remarks about Arab voters to the President, Joint Arab List alleges his next government will be 'racist and dangerous.'![]() Rivlin All But Announces Labor to Go to OppositionDuring consultation with Zionist Union, Rivlin hints that should the party choose to serve in opposition, it'll be a 'complex challenge.'![]() Is Netanyahu Trying to Form a Unity Government?Likud adamantly rejects Channel Ten report that Netanyahu sent associate Natan Eshel to prod Herzog about possibility of unity government.![]() Likud Unequivocally Recommends Netanyahu for PMAs consultations with President Rivlin begin, MK Zeev Elkin, speaking for Likud, recommends Binyamin Netanyahu form the next government.![]() Druze Leaders Demand Non-Jewish MinisterDruze leaders will petition PM Netanyahu to appoint non-Jew, such as Ayoub Kara or Hamad Amar, to minister of minorities.![]() Likud Angered by Other Parties' DemandsMinister Silvan Shalom argues Sunday senior portfolios should remain with Likud, says potential coalition partners need to be more modest.![]() Meetings with Party Leaders Begin SundayParties will begin meeting Sunday with President Reuven Rivlin to recommend their choice of Israel's next prime minister.![]() Meet the 20th KnessetA full list of the 120 individuals from ten parties stepping up as MKs for the 20th Knesset.![]() The Race for Ministerial Positions BeginsFight for defense and foreign portfolios are the big draws, but Likud candidates are all eager to grab ministerial positions for themselves.![]() Lapid: We Will Fight Netanyahu's CorruptionLapid blasts Netanyahu for plans to increase number of ministers serving in his cabinet, calls on public to help fight this 'corruption.'![]() Survey: Likud Pulls Ahead of Labor with 25 SeatsLatest survey published by Haaretz sees Likud gaining in the polls with 25 predicted mandates, two more than Labor-Hatnua. |