Likud

Revitalized Lapid Sees Himself Replacing Netanyahu

Sensing that he may have a chance as Prime Minister, Yair Lapid said that he didn't see the government surviving the year.

Gideon Sa'ar Hinting Again at Political Return?

Former Likud minister says one day an Israeli prime minister will 'give expression' to education as Jewish state's biggest priority.

Likud Blasts 'Pathetic' Barak Over Anti-Netanyahu Comments

'Netanyahu was doing fine before Barak, and is doing well after him now,' Likud fires, blaming former min. for 'inflated self-importance.'

Report: Jerusalem Mayor Barkat to Seek Likud Leadership

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is reportedly set to make a bid to take the leadership of the Likud and run as Prime Minister.

Elkin Blasts Leftist Attacks on Israel's New UN Ambassador

'A right-winger can be appointed to the UN,' Ze'ev Elkin thunders in response to rampant leftist criticism of Danny Danon's new post.

Who is Sharren Haskel?

Likud's possible newest MK is all over the political spectrum, a close look reveals. Is this the new Likud moderate?

Report: Gideon Sa'ar Planning Return to Politics

Former Likud Minister reportedly tells activists that he's planning to return to politics.

Slomiansky: Likud Voters Need Not Be Surprised At Demolitions

You 'get what you pay for' in politics, said Jewish Home MK Nissan Slomiansky. The Likud has a long record of demolitions and freezes.

MK Hazan Slams Ya'alon for 'Hasty' Beit El Seizure

Likud's Hazan on TV calls on Ya'alon to take back 'naive, rushed' decision and pull forces from Beit El, warning 'someone may get hurt.'

Turmoil in Likud

Pressure Mounts on Netanyahu to Apply 'Norwegian Law'

Likud committee and Netanyahu don't see eye to eye on law which enables ministers to resign from Knesset - paving way for new MKs.

Coalition Crisis Brewing Over 'Creeping Construction Freeze'

Members of the National Union say that they are considering their options if a slow freeze in Judea and Samaria continues.

Likud MK: Netanyahu Never Said He'd Build in Judea-Samaria

Likud faction chairman Tzahi Hanegbi claims party never promised to build in Judea-Samaria, as he defends PM refusal to expand communities.

Yisrael Beytenu MK: We Share Nothing with Leftist Opposition

MK Sharon Gal touts Yisrael Beytenu deal with Likud, says closer cooperation with the coalition expected.

Coalition Chairman Mulls a Liberman Return

While Likud's Tzahi Hanegbi boasts 'we split the opposition,' there's no certainty Yisrael Beytenu will join Netanyahu's latest government.

Jewish Home Enraged by Approval of Shas 'Reforms'

Jewish Home officials slam Likud for stealing Religious-Zionist votes in last election and now doing everything to service haredi parties.

Kotler: My Remarks About 'Herd of Beasts' Were Misunderstood

Actor Oded Kotler says he did not mean to single out the Likud's voters when he spoke about a “marching herd of beasts” at artists' rally.

MK Hazan Accused of Sexual Harassment

After 'pimping' and drug scandal, freshman Likud MK Oren Hazan now accused of sexually harassing former employees at Tel Aviv bar.

Netanyahu: Free Speech Does Not Translate to Public Funding

Condemning Kotler's remarks, PM stresses importance of free speech, while noting not every opinion expressed deserves funding.

MKs Left and Right Blast Kotler Over Criticism of Regev

MKs from right and left criticize actor Oded Kotler, who compared Likud voters to "straw-chewing beasts".

Netanyahu Secures Victory at Likud Central Committee

Likud Central Committee approves Netanyahu's proposal on a change in the primaries system.

Former Likud Minister to Head Holocaust Foundation

After leaving politics in December for fear of losing high spot on Likud list, Limor Livnat takes on new, 'important' role.

Netanyahu Fights for Likud Party Primaries

As 3,700 Likud Central Committee members vote on whether to take back power over Knesset list, PM pushes for current primary system.

MK Hazan Threatens Channel 2 with Legal Action

Likud MK announces legal action against Channel 2 News and its correspondent following a report regarding his exploits in Bulgaria.

MK Denies There Are Factional 'Camps' Within Likud

As Likud sources seek to limit Netanyahu, newly appointed Interior Committee head MK Amsalem denies Likud is a house divided.

MK Oren Hazan Unfazed by Media Skewering

Freshman MK brushes off media portrayal of him as 'inarticulate,' vows to 'work harder' on several initiatives for young adults.

Oren Hazan Wins Big as Likud Rep on Knesset Committees

The Knesset's youngest member has weaseled his way into three major committees and will also serve as Deputy Speaker for two years.

Benny Begin Leaves Government

Minister without portfolio to revert to MK after submitting his resignation.

Associates: MK Hazan Demands Deputy Foreign Minister

According to associates of the freshman Likud MK, Oren Hazan will be demanding rotation of deputy foreign minister with Tzipi Hotovely.

Likud: No One Offered Lapid the Foreign Ministry

Likud again denies that Netanyahu offered the Foreign Ministry to Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid.

Tension in the ruling party

Regev: They're Trying to Blackmail Netanyahu

Likud minister speaks out against moves in her party to limit Netanyahu, says PM wants to expand govt. but will hold firm regardless.

Rebellion? Likud Bill to Block Bibi

Senior Likud sources seek bill to limit prime minister's term, aside from proposals to limit Likud chairman's powers in party primaries.

Hazan Lashes Out at Hotovely in Twitter Feud

Likud MKs resort to Twitter battle over remarks allegedly made during faction discussion on overhauling party primaries.

Dissatisfied Likud MKs: Time to Dump Party Primaries

Ayoub Kara is seeking to prevent a repeat of the 'bitter taste' among many Likud members over the way the government was formed.

Erdan: I Have Been Given the Tools to Effect Change

After 'long discussions' with Netanyahu, Erdan explains to supporters, he agreed to return to government as Internal Security Minister.

Cabinet Approves Erdan's Ministerial Appointment

With governmental approval, motion to make Erdan Internal Security and Strategic Affairs Minister will go before Knesset vote Monday.

Hazan to Netanyahu: Don't Treat Me Like a Child

The Knesset's youngest MK pushes back against resistance to putting Judea-Samaria bus regulation plan back on the table.

Elkin Refuses to Attend Vote on Erdan Appointment

Angered over loss of his position, Elkin declined to attend vote to appoint Gilad Erdan Internal Security and Strategic Affairs Minister.

Report: Netanyahu Antics Enrage Likud Committee

According to report, Netanyahu created new positions for five personal advisers costing Likud tens of thousands of shekels.

Likud: Ya'alon, Not Jewish Home, Final Authority on Construction

Likud source claims Deputy Defense Minster Ben-Dahan will not have power to approve construction in Judea-Samaria.

Hanegbi: This Government Can't Last Four Years

Likud MK Tzahi Hangebi calls on Liberman to return to coalition, says government can only last if it is broadened in next two months.

'Erdan Must Find His Place in the Government'

Minister Ze'ev Elkin publicly calls on Likud MK Gilad Erdan to come back to the government and accept ministerial role.

'If Hotovely Not Minister, it Would Be 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 Up

Despite threats from Erdan, Netanyahu has so far made deals Thursday with ministers Katz, Ya'alon, Steinitz, and Akunis.

Report: Erdan Threatening to Leave Government

PM's unwillingness to grant Erdan's request for interior and public security portfolios may see Likud #2 leave the government.

Questions Remain Regarding Ministerial Portfolios for Likud

Netanyahu says Katz will remain Transportation Minister but questions remain regarding other members of the Likud.

Which Likud MKs Will Become Ministers?

Yariv Levin, Danny Danon weigh in on Likud hopefuls hours before Netanyahu is due to dole out appointments.

Likud In-Fighting Looms with Gov't Expansion on the Horizon

With cabinet expansion expected to be approved Wednesday, Netanyahu must then find way to keep his party members satisfied.

Likud Blasts 'Hypocrites' Who Oppose Expansion of Cabinet

Likud welcomes the passing of the motion to expand the cabinet, blasts those who were opposed to it as “hypocrites”.

Netanyahu Snatches Defeat from the Jaws of Victory

A pyrrhic victory for Netanyahu: The inability to negotiate properly may result in an unstable government.

Liberman: I Deceived Voters? Netanyahu Did!

Yisrael Beytenu chair attacks Prime Minister for duplicity against immigrant community, promises to fight him from the Opposition.

Shas Coalition Deal Includes Synagogues, Haredi Housing

Shas has succeeded in 'rolling back the clock' on many of the 'edicts' from the previous government, its coalition agreement shows.

New Likud MK Nava Boker: Time to Annex Gush Etzion

On a visit to the area, new MK said that annexing Gush Etzion is a top priority for her and that she'll push legislation on the matter.

Sources: Hotovely to Become First Religious Woman Minister

Likud MK set to be the first observant woman to be appointed to a ministry, as Netanyahu reportedly set to offer her Science Ministry.

A-G Expected to Challenge Coalition for Technical Reasons

Likud's deals with UTJ, Jewish Home violated Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein's guidelines for coalition talks, news site claims.

MK Ayoub Kara Takes Threats Down a Notch

After angry threats against Netanyahu last Thursday, MK Ayoub Kara (Likud) appeared more moderate in interview on Sunday.

Kara: I Love the PM, But Druze Minister is 'National Necessity'

Defending decision to threaten Netanyahu in letter to supporters, Likud MK Ayoub Kara insists Israel needs a Druze minister.

Likud MK: Cancel the Oslo Accords, Build Judea-Samaria

MK Mickey Zohar: Judea-Samaria 'most important area as Jews in a Jewish, democratic state,' hopes for progress in next government.

Lapid Livid Over Enlarging of Cabinet, Threatens Legal Action

Likud announces Knesset vote on enlarging the cabinet from 18 ministries to 20, evoking threats from Yesh Atid.

New Government to Legalize Jewish Buildings in Judea-Samaria

Coalition deal between Likud and Jewish Home establishes team to arrange legality of buildings and neighborhoods.

Next Foreign Minister: Binyamin Netanyahu

Tension raises in Likud as senior members fight for limited handful of ministerial posts, with some already decided and some up for grabs.