Labor

United 'Right' Bloc Will Benefit Yisrael Beytenu and Shas

Latest poll shows Likud and Jewish Home will gain 37 seats if they run together, less total than if they were to run separately.

Report: Yadlin May Not Remain MK if He's Not Defense Minister

Former head of Military Intelligence may not remain in the Knesset if Labor doesn't head the government.

Former MI Chief Labor's Pick for 'Next Defense Minister'

Amos Yadlin joins Labor, bumped to #11 spot - and is expected to be appointed as Defense Minister in a Labor government.

End of the Road: Shaul Mofaz won't be Joining Labor

Kadima party leader turns down reserved spot on Labor party list, effectively marking the end of his political career.

Arab Affairs Journalist to Join Labor-Hatnua

Channel 9 journalist Ksenia Svetlova expected to be appointed as #23 to the Labor list, in spot reserved for Hatnua.

Yechimovich Won't Rule Out Coalition with Likud

In a television appearance, Labor MK Shelly Yechimovich says she "won't rule out" forming a coalition with Netanyahu or Liberman.

Labor Gains, But Could Face Coalition Crisis

Labor gains biggest number of seats yet in latest poll - but analysts predict that Herzog and Livni will be left without coalition partners.

Watch: Bibi's Clip Spoofs Livni, Herzog Squabbling Over Obama

Netanyahu releases campaign video showing what would 'really' happen if Labor were to receive a call from Washington.

Poll: Yesh Atid Making a Comeback

Labor still winning over Likud in latest survey - Kahlon's Kulanu takes a surprising fall.

Herzog Vows to Take Power and Appease Obama

Labor chairman blames Netanyahu for 'neglecting' US relationship, becoming an international pariah; rejoices in favorable poll results.

Poll Puts Labor Squarely over Likud, Yisrael Beytenu Collapses

Survey gives Labor 4 mandates over Likud in growing gap, as Yisrael Beytenu sinks to lowest yet same day it announces campaign.

Herzog: Labor Candidates 'Look Like Winners'

Labor Party head introduces his party's Knesset list, vowing to 'take control of the government.'

'Labor Founders Are Rolling in Their Graves'

Jewish Home and Likud react to Labor primary results, calling the 'far-left' candidates 'Marmara Flotilla supports and NIF members.'

Labor Members Give Yechimovich Top Spot on Knesset List

MK Shelly Yechimovich received the most votes in Labor primaries and will be placed in the #3 spot on the Labor-Hatnua Knesset list.

Poll: Jewish Home Strengthening Despite Left-Wing Attacks

Labor takes top spot from Likud, Shas no stronger despite Deri's much-vaunted return.

Tight Race for Few Spots in Labor Primaries

48,904 voters to choose between 36 candidates on list already crowded with reserve seats Tuesday; results expected Wednesday.

Who is Running in the Labor Primaries?

Partial list of new candidates in Labor - which is competing with Likud for the top spot - hints at what to expect in a leftist coalition.

Yechimovich: You Can Stop Donating Money Now

Former Labor leader reaches donation ceiling for primaries campaign, thanks donors for their contributions.

Labor Erases 'Zionism' in Arabic Ad Campaign

Labor calls itself 'the Zionist camp' - unless you look at their ads in Arabic, which read 'the Labor party for peace and equality.'

Poll Shows Likud Still Strong with 25 Seats

Channel 1 poll gives Jewish Home 15, possible Netanyahu coalition 69; Yisrael Beytenu down to 7.

Labor, Yesh Atid Agree to 'Play Nice' This Election

Pact not to mudsling each other leaked on Tel Aviv radio program, after Labor MK takes back remark over Yair Lapid.

Herzog: Shut Down Government's Settlement Division

Labor leader promises to shut down government's operational arm in Judea-Samaria - abandoning needs of 389,000 people.

Labor: Likud Has Turned its Back on Citizens

Responding to Likud primary results, Labor argues these same people brought Israel to today's 'disastrous' situation.

Trajtenberg Officially Joins Labor

Economics Professor who headed a special committee after 2011 social protests touted as Israel's next Finance Minister by Herzog and Livni.

Civil Rights Group Demands Herzog Reveal Role in Corruption Case

Second activist in one week to call out Herzog; claims public has a right to know if Herzog is morally fit to be PM.

Poll: Labor on Top, But Likud Could Still Lead Government

If elections held today, Labor would beat out Likud by three seats - but Likud's list of potential coalition partners is larger.

Hatnua Party Falling Apart: Amram Mitzna Resigns from Politics

MK Amram Mitzna is bowing out of politics – again, informing the leadership of the Hatnua party that he has had enough.

Herzog to Likud: Stop Attacking Peres and Confront Me

Labor leader blasts the Likud party after it exchanged jabs with former President Shimon Peres over poverty.

Labor Condemns EU Over Hamas, but Blames Netanyahu

Labor party condemns EU removal of Hamas from its list of terrorist groups, but says PM Netanyahu's policies led to the removal.

Raleb Majadla Replaces Ben Eliezer in Knesset

Former Minister Majadla is taking over as Labor MK for Ben-Eliezer, who resigned from the Knesset last week citing health problems.

Poll Gives Likud Back Top Spot Over Labor by Six Seats

New poll indicates Likud to gain 25 seats, followed by Labor-Hatnua pact at just 18 - and Kahlon's Kulanu party, not Jewish Home, as third.

Gay Journalist Urges Labor MK to 'Come out the Closet' For Votes

Labor head is told in opinion piece one of his MKs is 'in the closet' and must come out, or he faces a serious 'gay problem.'

Poll Puts Labor Top, But Public Wants Rightist Government

28% want right-hareidi coalition vs. 19% for left; Labor gets 24 over 20 to Likud; 60% want Ya'alon as Defense Minister, just 21% Bennett.

Livni and Herzog Charge 'Netanyahu is Weak Against Terror'

Starting their unified Labor party campaign in Gaza Belt, the two attack PM; Likud MK: 'they forgot they backed him in Gaza operation.'

Hotovely Says Polls Favoring Left Strengthen Right

According to Likud deputy minister, polls giving Labor edge on Likud will 'awaken' the right wing by March elections.

Labor Party Head Sets Out Prime Ministerial Ambitions at AIPAC

Opposition Head Isaac Herzog pulls no punches at Washington conference, calls right-wing opponents 'fascists'.

Herzog Takes Coalition to Court Over Key Knesset Committee

Opposition leader files appeal in protest of delay in the appointment of a chairman to Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Netanyahu is Ruled by 'Extremists', Charges Opposition

Opposition slams Netanyahu, after 21 MKs send him a letter clarifying that a construction freeze is out of the question.

Herzog: Bennett is a 'Post-Zionist'

Labor party head Yitzchak Herzog on Thursday slammed Economics Minister Naftali Bennett for his performance in office.

Labor MK Pouts Over 19th Knesset, Coalition

MK Yehiel 'Hilik' Bar claims nationalists have ruined current government, predicts Labor would join coalition - if Jewish Home leaves.

Herzog to Netanyahu: We'll Replace You

Opposition leader has harsh words for PM Netanyahu at Labor party convention, says he is a "CEO who lacks a vision."

Likud Gains 2 Seats, Jewish Home Drops in New Poll

The Likud- Beytenu would receive 33 seats if elections were held today, followed by Labor with 16, according to new poll.

Left-Wing MK Submits Bill to Prevent Jordan Valley Annexation

Leftist MK to propose bill preventing full annexation of Judea and Samaria; if passed, it would force a two-state solution.

Labor MK to Lapid: Don't Play Games on Our Back

MK Eitan Cabel tells Finance Minister that the Labor party has no business in the coalition at the present time.

Herzog: Divide Jerusalem and Make Land Swaps

New Labor head says Gush Etzion in Judea is one of his favorite places, nevertheless pushes concessions including on Israel's capital.

Livni: Labor Once Again Joins the 'Peace Camp'

Justice Minister and Hatnu'a head Tzippy Livni calls for a 'new partnership' that would include Labor to push for an Israel-PA deal.

Herzog 'Not Rushing' to Join Bibi's Coalition

"If Netanyahu goes for a bold diplomatic move I'll be there to help him," says new Labor chairman.

Bennett to Herzog: I Expect Us To Work Together

Jewish Home leader congratulates Herzog on Labor party primary win, emphasizes need for inter-party unity amidst calls for coalition change.

Herzog Headed for Victory in Labor Leadership

Yitzchak Herzog, who ran against incumbent Labor leader Shelly Yechimovich, leads after more than half the votes counted.

Yachimovich: No Rush to Join the Coalition

Labor leader says there's no point in entering the coalition over "a wave of construction in the settlements."

Yechimovich Welcomes Resumption of Peace Talks

Labor party will be there for Netanyahu against "right-wing" extremists," promises opposition leader.

Yachimovitch: 'Examine Positions of Both Sides on All Issues'

Israeli opposition leader Shelly Yachimovich urges PA chairman Abbas to seize opportunity of resuming peace negotiations.

Yechimovich Slammed by Opponents for Election Failure

Labor chairwoman passes a series of proposed changes to the party’s constitution, as her opponents attack her over failure in the elections.

Labor Head: We'll 'Block Evil Plots' as Opposition

MK Yachimovich says her party will only join government in case it opts to cede land.

Gafni: Hareidi Parties, Labor Both Want Socialist Israel

Hareidi MK says socialism has changed, tells Labor MK ‘You could be in my party.’

Israeli Chosen to Head Socialist International

Former MK and diplomat Collette Avital has been chosen as head of the Socialist International

Netanyahu and Yechimovich Meet Once Again

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Labor leader Yechimovich meet one-on-one at Netanyahu’s request.

MK Shai Reveals: Labor is Talking with Likud

Despite party chairwoman's Yechimovich past objections to joining Netanyahu's coalition, Labor and Likud are talking.

Lapid Rules Out Labor's 'Blocking Bloc'

"We’re not going to form a bloc with Hanin Zoabi," states Yesh Atid chairman.

Left Outraged Over Kahlon Appointment

Labor, Yesh Atid and Hatnua slam Netanyahu over appointing outgoing Minister Moshe Kahlon as head of the Israel Lands Administration.