Amir Ohana

2nd time ever:

House Speaker Kevin Mccarthy to address the Knesset

Speaker of the House accepts invitation of Knesset Speaker Ohana to address the Knesset plenum during his visit to Israel this month.

Knesset Speaker Ohana:

'Leo Dee restored our pride in the Israeli flag'

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana hosted the Knesset's first official Mimouna celebration, opening the legislature to guests.

Coalition mulling Deri as Speaker of the Knesset

Following Supreme Court ruling, coalition is considering appointing Deri to the position of Speaker of the Knesset.

Aryeh Deri:

'Netanyahu tricked me with the appointment of Ohana'

Minister Deri criticizes haredi Knesset members who hugged Amir Ohana after his speech: "I ran away right after the speech."

Likud MKs livid over anti-LGBT attacks: 'Israel will not change'

Miki Zohar to Likud MKs: 'We need to think carefully about our strategy. Sticking it to the opposition will not lead us anywhere.'

Following criticism

Gay Knesset Speaker: May I never fail in hatred

MK Amir Ohana responds to recent criticism directed at him by rabbis.

'What is this?'

MKs Porush, Gafni bow heads during Knesset Speaker's speech

2 UTJ MKs bow heads in protest as openly gay Knesset Speaker speaks of his partner. UTJ chairman shakes Speaker's hand.

Netanyahu taps Amir Ohana as Speaker of the Knesset

Interim Speaker of the Knesset MK Yariv Levin resigns to take up post of Justice Minister, Israel Katz to be appointed Foreign Minister.

Amir Ohana may become Foreign Minister, in place of Ron Dermer

Likud MK Ron Dermer no longer considered a candidate for Foreign Minister, MK Amir Ohana likely to take position instead, reports say.

Watch: Former Justice Min. plays guitar in Kfar Chabad

At 'second hakafot' celebration in Kfar Chabad, former Justice Min. Amir Ohana gets up on stage, plays, 'Am Yisrael Chai,' on the guitar.

Likud MK

'Under our government there won't be any anti-LGBT legislation'

Former Likud Justice Minister tells press that he prefers the ant-LGBT Noam party over parties that also oppose a Jewish state

Moving:

Likud MK pays tribute to popular musician

MK Amir Ohana and musician Dudu Levy record guitar version of hit by Israeli singer Svika Pick.

Former Justice Min.: 'Those who come to Israel don't leave'

MK Amir Ohana, former Justice Min., opposes accepting Ukrainian refugees. 'Any child who says 3 words in Hebrew - try getting him to leave.'

Report: Internal Likud poll stirring up the party

An internal survey on the popularity of the members of the Likud has former Mossad chief in first place, followed by Amir Ohana.

Amir Ohana: 'New policy supports the right to self-defense'

Under new police policy, weapons fired in self-defense can be confiscated for up to 48 hours.

Judges to report false accusations in divorce cases to police

Amir Ohana, Public Security Minister, orders investigation of false allegations filed in cases of divorce or separation.

'No choice but to set minimum punishment for illegal weapons'

25% increase in number of indictments for crimes involving illegal weapons, Public Security Min. Ohana says.

'Israel Police is a fiction - there's no such thing'

Knesset committee discussing Meron disaster demands Minister's resignation. "Everyone passes the buck."

'If your conscience is clear, there's no reason to resign'

'Responsibility means doing everything so that such events will not occur again,' Public Security Min. Ohana says.

Liberman slams Ohana for allowing 'anarchy'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman accuses Public Security Minister of caring more about shielding PM from the law than protecting citizens' safety.

Border Police will crack down on agricultural theft, vows Ohana

Public Security Minister announces formation of special Border Police unit to combat agricultural theft. 'Families are being destroyed.'

Kobi Shabtai officially named Police Commissioner

After 2 years, Israel finally has a full-time police commissioner following Cabinet approval of Shabtai's appointment.

'Human rights' groups demand Israel vaccinate inmates

While many Israelis have yet to receive their vaccination, human rights groups are demanding all prisoners are treated.

A-G to Minister Ohana: Inmates should be vaccinated too

Deputy A-G tells Internal Security Minister his directive not to vaccinate prisoners was given without authority. Ohana fires back.

Tel Aviv: Policeman punches protester in the face

Hundreds of people protest death of Ahuvya Sandak. Police: A handful of rioters clashed with police and disobeyed orders.

MKs fear gulf growing between police, citizens

MKs from different parties call for external commission of inquiry into death of teen in police chase.

Likud MK: Police treatment of Hilltop Youth stems from hatred

MK writes to Internal Security Minister Ohana, asking him to personally oversee investigation into Ahuvya Sandak's death.

Watch: Ahuvya's mother cries to Internal Security Minister

For six days following tragic incident, not a single government official spoke to family members. MK Ohana was the first to visit.

No priority vaccination for male Palestinian security prisoners

Female prisoners, staff will take precedence.

Prisons chief to be appointed soon

Internal Security Minister Amir Ohana to hold meetings with four candidates

'I don't think the government will fulfill its term'

Public Security Minister Amir Ohana: If Blue and White don't stop with the petty politics, we will go to elections.

Amir Ohana on Mandelblit:

'AG is invested in Netanyahu's political assassination'

Internal Security Minister Amir Ohana sharply attacks AG Mandelblit, 'All his prestige and future depends on Netanyahu's conviction.'

Amir Ohana at Mitzpe Kramim:

'We'll struggle to the last drop of our political blood'

Minister Amir Ohana and MK Amit Halevi arrive at Mitzpe Kramim. MK Halevi: 'We're here so no stone in this charming settlement will move.'

'We will not condone terrorism from Gaza'

Public Security Minister visits Sderot: In the coming days we will know whether we are facing a broader escalation or a hiatus.

Minister Ohana: This could end in bloodshed

'We have always disagreed with one another, and always will, but right now what we're seeing is fierce hatred between the two sides.'

Lapid: This 'chaos' can carry on

Yesh Atid chairman calls on Netanyahu to fire Public Security Minister over criticism of 'chaotic' anti-government protests.

A-G vs minister on threats to PM

Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit accuses Minister Amir Ohana of 'false accusations' following letter over threats to Netanyahu family.

Knesset Members host 13-year-old Meah Shearim girl Bassie

Bassie Getter, who was made to cry by aggressive police enforcement a week ago, was hosted with her father in MK Yaakov Asher's office.

Minister Ohana to be in isolation until next Sunday

Public Security Minister to enter isolation after meeting Border Police commander who was diagnosed with COVID-19.

State examining reducing cannabis penalties

Public Security Minister tells Supreme Court he seeks to 'minimize harm' to citizens convicted of cannabis use or possession.

Amir Ohana appointed Minister of Public Security

Netanyahu appoints Amir Ohana as Minister of Public Security and MK Gadi Yevarkan as his deputy.

Justice Mazuz rejects Justice Minister demand to disqualify self

Justice Mazuz rejects Justice Minister request to disqualify himself from discussing Dan Eldad's term; 'Request lacks grounds and is denied'

Justice Minister extends state of emergency in the courts

Justice Minister Amir Ohana extends state of emergency in the courts until March 22.

Will Netanyahu's trial be postponed?

Justice Minister announces state of emergency in the courts, which may affect the start of Netanyahu's trial on Tuesday.

Justice Minister Ohana shows his mettle

Justice Minister bans official from left-wing conference

Amir Ohana bans Justice Ministry official from attending conference of radical left-wing organization, 'Ministry must maintain neutrality.'

Likud primaries:

MK Amir Ohana: Netanyahu's victory should be unequivocal

'The primaries are stimulating great enthusiasm on the ground. I believe that this will be reflected in the general elections as well.'

Acting State Prosecutor withdraws candidacy

Orly Ben Ari-Ginsberg removes candidacy for the post of Acting State Prosecutor following criticism over the appointment.

Supreme Court freezes appointment of state prosecutor

At the last moment, Israel's Supreme Court steps in to freeze appointment of interim State Prosecutor, after Justice Minister appoints her.

Justice Minister selects interim state prosecutor

Defying Attorney General's opposition, Justice Minister Amir Ohana taps deputy prosecutor Orly Ginsberg to serve as state prosecutor.

Justice Minister Amir Ohana: I don't regret even one word

The Justice Minister responds to a lawsuit filed against him by state witness Nir Hefetz.

Witness in Netanyahu investigation sues Justice Minister

State witness in Case 4000, for which PM was indicted, sues Justice Minister Ohana for revealing details of the case.

'Proud to stand by Netanyahu'

Justice Minister: Binyamin Netanyahu is not corrupt. A host of public figures have previously faced charges - and have been acquitted.

Justice Minister considers 'committee to investigate prosecutor'

Justice Minister Amir Ohana: 'Is something in what I said wrong? Is what I've described correct? Is that how it should be?'

Russian hacker to be extradited to the US

Justice Minister signs order extraditing Aleksey Burkov to the US despite Russian pressure.

Justice Min: Prosecution destroyed many public figure's careers

Justice Minister: 'Attorney within prosecutor's office sets agenda according to political agenda and becomes political actor.'

Justice Minister announces special press conference

"No further details will be provided until 6 pm," Minister Ohana's office says, refusing to reveal what the press conference will address.

Mother of Naama Issachar meets with Justice Minister

Yaffa Issachar reportedly gets message that Russian hacker's extradition to US will apparently take place.

Russian hacker: Do not approve my extradition

Russian hacker appeals to Justice Minister Amir Ohana, asks him not to approve his extradition to the US.

Assessment: The Russian hacker will be extradited to the US

Justice Minister Amir Ohana expected to sign extradition order in the coming days against Russian hacker Alexei Burkov in the United States.