Knesset

The Likud MKs who (probably) won't make it to the 21st Knesset

With most votes counted from yesterday's Likud primary race, MKs like Oren Hazan and Yehuda Glick are likely to be left out of next Knesset.

Poll: Likud still leading, but Gantz is gaining ground

Jewish Home tops Labor in latest election poll, as party rebounds following loss of party chief last month.

Who are Israel's most - and least - libertarian lawmakers?

Which Israeli parties and MKs back civil liberties and limited government - and which do not? Israeli Freedom Index releases 2019 rankings.

Israel cancels Knesset delegation to Ireland

As Ireland advances anti-Israel boycott bill, Knesset cancels planned delegation trip to Ireland, as diplomatic row deepens.

Poll: Likud 29, Yesh Atid 13, Jewish Home 4

How would indictment against Netanyahu affect the outcome of this year's election?

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Could the left finally defeat Bibi? Not a chance, Israelis say

Ahead of elections, Israelis say they prefer right-wing government, predict Israeli right will prevail in April vote.

Knesset begins election recess

Knesset ends its deliberations ahead of election campaign. Government will be allowed to convene Knesset plenum to discuss bills.

Knesset approves dissolving of Zionist Union

Knesset House Committee approves split of Zionist Union back into Labor and Hatnuah parties.

Michael Oren leaves the Kulanu party

Deputy Minister announces departure from Kahlon's party. 'I will continue to fight against boycott organizations and anti- Israel groups.'

Reactions pour in after Bennett's shock departure

'Extremists remain extremists.' Furious reactions pour in after Bennett and Shaked leave the Jewish Home party.

Knesset dissolves: In pictures

MKs amuse themselves with pictures following vote to dissolve current Knesset, hold new elections.

It's final: 20th Knesset dissolved, Israel heading to elections

Knesset passes in final reading bill on its dissolution ahead of elections on April 9. Bill passed with 102 in favor, 2 against.

Bill to dissolve Knesset passes first reading

Proposal to dissolve government, go to early elections passes 104-0 in first of 3 votes.

Last-ditch effort to push off dissolution of Knesset

Likud MK pushing to delay law to dissolve Knesset in bid to pass additional legislation. 'For the good of the country we must wait.'

Approved: No early release for terrorists

Knesset passes bill stating that prisoners charged with murder and accessory to murder will not have their sentence shortened.

Israel Heads to Elections:

Ministers vote to dissolve Knesset

Ministerial committee backs bill to dissolve Knesset, paving way for full Knesset vote Wednesday.

Poll: As Israel heads to early elections, Likud still on top

First poll after coalition votes for early elections shows Netanyahu likely to win reelection. Shas barely clearing minimum threshold.

Roseanne Barr to speak at Knesset

Star of recently cancelled hit comedy 'Roseanne' to speak against BDS movement at Knesset.

Israel Heads to Elections:

Coalition leaders vote to dissolve Knesset, go to elections

Faction leaders agree to dissolve Knesset, go to early elections following impasse over draft law. Elections to be held on April 9th.

Has Yisrael Beytenu turned against Haredi Draft Law?

Former coalition partner suggests it may vote against haredi draft law it crafted.

Bill to expel terrorists' families passes preliminary vote

Despite opposition of left-wing parties and Arab lawmakers, bill enabling IDF to expel terrorists' families passes first hurdle.

Knesset committee 'severely reprimands' Zoabi

Knesset Ethics Committee reprimands controversial MK for saying that civilians in Gaza were "murdered by soldiers."

Opposition brings down coalition's bill

For the second time since Yisrael Beytenu left, the opposition is able to bring down one of the coalition's bills.

Knesset approves Netanyahu's appointment as Defense Minister

Permanent appointment of Prime Minister as Defense Minister approved by a majority of three votes. Opposition criticizes.

Is Israel's system of government really democratic?

Israeli politics: A guide for the perplexed - part 2.

Coalition boycotts Knesset 'no confidence' vote

Coalition MKs walk out of discussions on violence against women when opposition pushes 'no-confidence' vote during discussions.

Kulanu minister to jump ship to Likud?

With future of coalition in doubt and elections looming, Housing Minister reportedly laying groundwork for party switch.

Naftali Bennett:

'Government shelving right-wing legislation'

Education Minister says new elections likely to be held next May, criticizes PM for advancing bill to ensure his selection by president.

Senior Coalition Official:

'This is the beginning of the end our government'

Senior coalition member says government's recent difficulties in functioning with narrow majority signal end is near for coalition.

Czech President visits Knesset

Czech President Milos Zeman addresses Knesset as Czech Republic opens 'Czech House' in first step towards opening Jerusalem embassy.

'Netanyahu's coalition is unstable, snap elections are coming'

Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon says current government unlikely to survive past this week's 'Cultural Loyalty Law' vote.

'First step - Sovereignty in Ma'aleh Adumim'

MK Osnat Mark, the newest Likud MK, wants to apply Israeli sovereignty to Judea and Samaria, support small businesses.

MK rushed from hospital for Knesset vote

Likud MK rushed to Knesset for vote - while still hooked up for infusion from hospital visit.

MKs not to fly because of narrow coalition

All official delegations of MKs abroad cancelled, MKs banned from flying.

Poll shows Likud rebounding after ceasefire, coalition crisis

Despite criticism over ceasefire with Hamas, Liberman's resignation, Likud remains stable in latest poll with 30 seats.

'Jewish Home ministers did the right thing'

Likud leaders praise Bennett, Shaked for remaining in coalition. Ex-Defense Minister Liberman and left-wing MKs blast decision.

Netanyahu: The battle's not over yet

Prime Minister takes part in first Knesset defense committee meeting as Defense Minister. 'This is not the time to topple the gov't.'

Kulanu: New elections are inevitable

Chairman of Kulanu's Knesset delegation says government no longer functioning, must be dissolved and new elections held.

Israeli Official:

'Trump's peace plan will be shelved if Israel goes to elections'

Official reports that Jerusalem has urged Washington to hold off on releasing Mideast peace plan if new elections held.

Gabbay calls for elections to be held in March

Labor leader calls for Knesset elections to be held at the earliest date possible.

Begin rips 'Death Penalty for Terrorists' bill

Likud MK and son of former Prime Minister calls death penalty bill 'harmful and foolish proposal', vows to vote against it.

'If Liberman resigns, Netanyahu will dissolve Knesset'

Senior coalition official close to Prime Minister says if Defense Minister quits gov't, decision will lead to early elections.

Approved: Up to 10 years in prison for weapon theft

According to the new bill, firearm theft will be considered "theft under special circumstances" and punishable by up to ten years in prison.

Approved: Law enables distancing suspected pedophiles

Law giving courts the authority to mandate the distancing of suspected pedophiles from work environments with children given final approval

Netanyahu: There is no majority for the Surrogacy Law

In a special session of the Knesset Netanyahu explained to the Opposition that he supports the law but it lacks the majority needed to pass.

Report: Netanyahu fears president could deny him premiership

Prime Minister reportedly pushing off new elections out of fear President Rivlin will give rival candidate chance to form government.

Will PA be forced to pay for hospitalization of terrorists?

Israel pays some 25 million shekels a year to treat terrorists. New bill in the Knesset would force PA to cover the expenses.

'Israel has succeeded even when rest of the world has failed'

PM Netanyahu hails Israeli economic success where other countries faced recession or stagnation.

'Government can solve haredi draft dilemma'

Knesset Speaker dismisses suggestions government likely to split over haredi draft law, says there is no reason to hold early elections.

Poll: Labor falls to 8, Jewish Home surges to 13

With entry of former IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz into politics, center-left vote split, as Likud maintains double-digit lead.

From the Israeli Press: Outflanking the High Court from the right

Shaked to left: You criticize the court more than I do

Justice Minister responds to Knesset session called by opposition: You only like the court when it agrees with you 100%.

Netanyahu pushes to reduce electoral threshold

A boon for smaller parties? Prime Minister suggests coalition may cut electoral threshold to Knesset, allowing smaller factions to enter.

Labor chief: If I go down, I'm taking the rest of you with me

As polls show Labor losing more than half its seats, faction members slam party chief Avi Gabbay. 'He wants to get just 10 seats.'

Knesset Speaker optimistic: 50 seats for Likud

Yuli Edelstein says it would be a mistake to dissolve the Knesset, believes Likud could win 50 seats in the next elections.

Report: Netanyahu to go to early elections in February 2019

Officials close to PM say early elections to take place next February or March as polls show Likud winning additional term.

Hasson to Netanyahu: Do not hide from defending Nationality Law

"The State of Israel needs a courageous prime minister who is capable of admitting mistakes and correcting them," charged MK Yoel Hasson.

'Dog days of summer' in the Knesset? Not this summer

Gil Hoffman explains why the news from the empty parliament building is surprisingly intense now.

New York Times shocked: The right reigns in Israel

NYT summarizes last legislative week in Knesset, asserting that it implies an 'extraordinary lurch rightward.'

INTO THE FRAY The Nationality Law brouhaha