Simcha Rothman

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Nukhba trials will be held in Jerusalem, the capital of justice'

During the Flag March in Jerusalem, Knesset Constitution Committee chairman MK Simcha Rothman explains how the city represents a coming full circle for him.

Watch: Rothman taunts, Stern leaves the hearing

During a Constitution Committee discussion on the bill to establish an inquiry committee, MK Elazar Stern entered the chamber and committee chair Simcha Rothman seized the moment for a jab.

Historic vote looming

Bill to prosecute Oct. 7 terrorists heads for final approval

Justice Minister and bill sponsors present a framework allowing for death sentences in a special military court. Approximately 110 MKs are expected to support the measure.

MK Rothman’s jab:

'Maybe there's something to learn from Hungary'

Following the election results in Hungary, MK Simcha Rothman blasts Israel's judicial system. "I hope that one day our dictators here will also accept the real results."

Arbitration Law Approved:

Jewish courts regain power to rule on monetary disputes

The Knesset approved a law restoring the rabbinical courts' authority to adjudicate monetary matters by mutual consent of the parties.

Relief for US olim:

Five-year National Insurance exemption approved

New immigrants paying US Social Security will be exempt from Israeli National Insurance for five years, removing a key financial barrier to aliyah.

Bereaved Father:

'Judge Kabub must be killed!'

A bereaved father denounced the security considerations keeping some information classified and called for the death of a Supreme Court judge.

The law that saved 600 million shekels

During a meeting with soldiers from the Nahshon Unit, MK Simcha Rothman presented the Visual Conferencing Law, which served as a temporary provision during the war and saved approximately 600 million shekels.

National camp conference examines Gaza policy after war

MKs from Israel’s national camp gathered at a special Knesset conference to discuss political, security, and legal approaches to Gaza in the day after the war, emphasizing public resolve, national clarity, and long-term strategic leadership.

Approved in first reading:

Regulating the prosecution of October 7 terrorists

The Knesset approves, in the first reading, a bill to prosecute the October 7 terrorists in a military court, including broadcasting and documenting the proceedings.

Live from Knesset:

Ministers and MKs present plan for Gaza’s future

Ministers and MKs publicly discuss a long-term vision for Gaza, 'Only with a clear vision for Gaza will we be able to defeat our enemies and achieve absolute victory.'

Smotrich:

'They're trying to silence me in a disgraceful way'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responds to critics of his statements against the Supreme Court, insisting that he was expressing the will of the people.

Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Israeli MK warns Australia that appeasement fuels terror

'It's first and foremost the role of the Australian government to prevent these kind of vicious attacks and we will demand it in any way possible,' says MK Simcha Rothman.

Sovereignty or a Palestinian state

Dozens at ‘Awakening Vigil’ outside Cabinet Meeting

The Sovereignty Movement, together with several other organizations, stood this morning outside the weekly cabinet meeting demanding to block the pathway toward a Palestinian state being advanced by President Trump.

Israeli MKs:

Hungary stands alone in Europe backing Israel amid war

Speaking to Arutz Sheva in Budapest, MKs Tal and Rothman praise Hungary’s support, urge Israel to deepen ties with allies and take a tougher stance against its enemies.

Will the haredim boycott?

Coalition to advance bill to split AG's position

'Passing this bill is first and foremost in the interests of the haredim, no one suffers from the Attorney General more than them,' coalition source says.

Will the Oct. 7th terrorists be put to death?

Justice Minister Yariv Levin and MKs Simcha Rothman and Yulia Malinovsky will advance a bill to accelerate trials of Nukhba terrorists behind the October 7th Massacre.

MK Rothman:

250 terrorists with blood on their hands is a high price to pay

MK Simcha Rothman says US President Donald Trump's proposal is 'not good,' freeing terrorists with blood on their hands is a price too high to pay.

MK Rothman: 'Haredim are society's punching bag'

MK Simcha Rothman pushes to split Attorney General’s role, warns Hamas 'is not safe anywhere,' decrying rising antisemitism and hatred of haredim.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Israel’s response to international pressure - Apply sovereignty'

Speaking at an event honoring communities in Binyamin, MK Simcha Rothman says, "There is hardly anyone today who defines themselves as a Zionist who opposes the application of sovereignty."

Australian government misconstrued MK's remarks to justify ban

Australia’s Home Affairs department misconstrued a statement by MK Simcha Rothman to ban him, claiming he called Gazan children "enemies", Sky News reveals. The full transcript shows he was advocating for refugees to be taken in by other nations.

Australia:

Jewish leaders outraged after government blocks MK Rothman

Australian Jewish Association says the government’s move to cancel visa of MK Simcha Rothman at the last minute is "viciously antisemitic," alleges the government is hostile to Jewish and Israeli visitors.

Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

Australia ‘didn’t ban me, it banned Israel and the Jews’

MK Simcha Rothman tells Arutz Sheva his Australian visa was canceled due to Muslim community threats, accusing Canberra of appeasing terror and 'banning Israel, not just me.'

Australia's punishment for revoking MK Rothman's visa

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announces decision to revoke visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority.

If the mountain doesn't come to Australia, it'll come to Rothman

MK Rothman meets with the DaMinyan community from Melbourne shortly after the announcement of his canceled visa to Australia and is greeted with thunderous applause and tremendous support.

Hours before his flight:

Australia cancels MK Rothman's visa

Australia revokes MK Simcha Rothman's visa, bans him from entering country for three years due to messages of 'hate.'

MK Rothman: We've turned the hostages into an asset for Hamas

MK Simcha Rothman criticizes government's approach to hostage crisis, says if Hamas isn't defeated, hostages are at risk, stressing Hamas must view hostages as a burden, not an asset.

Rothman accuses media of promoting Hamas starvation campaign

MK Simcha Rothman reminds Knesset Channel host that the media refused to publish hostage videos at the start of the war and wondered: "What has changed?"

Knesset to vote on bill supporting sovereignty in Yesha

The Knesset plenum will vote tomorrow, just before the start of the summer recess, on a motion to support the application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'The message of the celebrations - the land of Israel is ours'

MK Simcha Rothman speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News during the Flag March about the significance of Jerusalem Day for the Israeli public.

Ministerial C'tee approves

New bill would enable prosecution of October 7 terrorists

Ministerial Committee on Legislation approves bill by MKs Rothman and Malinovsky to establish a special criminal court for those involved in the October 7 crimes.

'Now is the time to do it'

MK Rothman calls to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria

Speaking at the Israel Heritage Foundation & Arutz Sheva summit, MK Rothman calls to solidify Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria, pass sovereignty laws, and block recognition of a Palestinian state.

'Justice or Persecution?':

MK Simcha Rothman denounces legal system in Supreme Court

Knesset Constitution Committee Chair Simcha Rothman warned of public distrust and judicial overreach in a case involving a former Netanyahu advisor and vowed to fight misuse of power.

Religious Zionist MK:

'Even if the rabbis enlist,they would call it draft evasion'

Religious Zionist Party MK Simcha Rothman explained why the term 'Draft Evasion Law' used by the opposition is incorrect.

Hostage's mother calls to disobey reserve call ups

Einav Zangauker, whose son Matan is being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, calls to refuse reserve call ups for moral reasons.

Attorney General: 'There is no selective enforcement'

Attorney General tells Constitution Committee that law enforcement system works consistently and objectively, protecting freedom of the press.

MK Rothman: These are the changes to the Judicial Selection Cmte

Bill to change composition of Judicial Selection Committee a 'crucial step' in restoring the balance between the branches of government and returning the decision-making power to the people of Israel.

MK Rothman:

All Zelenskyy's done is attack Israel, no reason to support him

MK Simcha Rothman told Arutz Sheva that as long as Ukraine continues to criticize Israel, Israel should not pick a side between it and the US and even between it and Russia.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Trump's plan the only way to bring hostages home'

MK Simcha Rothman rejects alternative plans for the Gaza Strip such as that proposed by MK Yair Lapid, and calls on Israel to adopt Trump's plan, both for the day after and to 'open the gates of hell' on Hamas.

Protester with red gloves expelled from Knesset committee

An individual with red gloves was removed from a committee meeting during speeches by families of the hostages.

Legislation committee approves:

'Judea and Samaria' instead of 'West Bank'

The bill seeks to regularize the use of the term ‘Judea and Samaria’ in Israeli legislation, replacing other terms that refer to the same geographic area.

MK Rothman says prayer for Donald Trump's success

MK Simcha Rothman, opened Constitution Committee session with wishes and congratulations to Donald Trump, on winning the 2024 US presidential elections.

MK Simcha Rothman:

Eliad Shraga makes a lot of trouble for this country

Chairman of the Constitution Committee Simcha Rothman criticized the Chairman of the Movement for Quality of Government and claimed: "More and more people understand the constitutional crisis"

Is there a law prohibiting Jews from praying on the Temple Mount?

Haaretz reporter Josh Breiner writes about a law forbidding Jews from praying on Temple Mount. MK Rothman: 'Please refer your followers and me to the law?'

On the eve of 9 Av:

Mediation agreement between MK Rothman and Brothers in Arms

A mediation agreement between MK Simcha Rothman and Eyal Nave of Brothers in Arms, in which the two apologized to each other and reconciled their differences, was submitted to the court.

MKs to State Prosecutor:

'Admit that you made a mistake and resign'

MKs on the Knesset Constitution Committee criticized State Prosecutor Amit Aisman for the decision to investigate released soldiers suspected of 'murdering' Hamas terrorists.

Court Admin. discloses:

Israel funded legal representation for 10/7 terrorists

Court Administration discloses Israel funded legal represenation for terrorists who took part in October 7th massacre, costing NIS one million.

Hostage's brother disrupts committee meeting, is forcibly removed

Boaz Miran, the brother of the hostage Omri Miran, spoke of his opposition to the current deal with Hamas, Danny Elgarat the brother of the hostage Itzik Elgarat disrupted him and was removed from the room.

'Send Us':

Aliyah activists urge state to work together for immigration

A group of activists specializing in promoting Jewish immigration to Israel held a conference today in Jerusalem to discuss strategies for boosting immigration and called for the government to support their work.

Honenu:

Only haredim charged with illegal assembly

Data revealed in a recent Knesset meeting shows that for all of 2022 and 2023, only haredim were ever charged with illegal assembly during protests.

MK Simcha Rothman threatened outside meeting

The families of hostages prevented MKs from entering meetings in Tel Aviv and declared that they would fault the coalition for failing to recover their loved ones.

MK Rothman:

'No connection between the reform and the massacre'

MK Simcha Rotman talked in an interview about his shock from October 7th, the assistance he provided in identifying the deceased, and the claims that the divide around the reform led to the massacre.

MK Rothman:

'We cannot stop. We must protect the world from this evil'

MK Simcha Rothman speaks to Arutz Sheva and says that 'Our friends from all around the world need to understand that any pressure on Israel to stop the war is actually pressure to make Israel sign a suicide pact.'

'Completely Crazy':

Border Police uproot trees in Judean town

MK Simcha Rothman denounced the operation, saying 'we have gone completely crazy.'

Defense Min. opposes terrorism compensation law

The Ministry of Defense submitted a reservation against a law that will enable terror victims from suing the terrorists and their senders, because it might: ‘harm the Palestinian Authority.’

MK Rothman:

Palestinian state 'would endanger the entire world'

Talk of founding a Palestinian state following events of October 7 'not idiocy but pure evil towards the Jewish nation,' MK Simcha Rothman tells participants at CPAC antisemitism panel.

Dr. Frager to MKs Rothman & Tal:

'Stopping the war will only hurt America'

Dr. Joseph Frager, Executive Vice President of the Israel Heritage Foundation, warns that if Israel should end the war prematurely, the next target could easily be the USA.

MK Rothman to US students:

'End the hope of a Palestinian state'

MK Simcha Rothman speaks to professors and students from Yale University about the conclusions that should be drawn from the Hamas attack on October 7.

MK Simcha Rothman:

'After the war, we will all be different'

In TV interview, MK Simcha Rotman presents conciliatory position on the dispute which split the country on the eve of the war.

Simcha Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Soldiers returning from Gaza won't tolerate divisive rhetoric'

MK Simcha Rothman says that the Supreme Court was mistaken to have ruled on the Reasonableness Standard during the war.