Cabinet

No government ministers attended funerals of terror victims

PM orders Cabinet Secretary to formulate a procedure requiring Cabinet ministers to attend funerals of soldiers.

Still no progress on Regulation Law

The Cabinet has struggled to reach a consensus on the Regulation Law, which could save Amona, with less than one month until the evacuation.

Government to allow additional allocations for yeshiva students

The Government will approve an additional 48 million NIS allocation to Yeshivas and Kollels for overseas students.

Settlement Division resumes

WZO Settlement Division to return to full activity

The cabinet will meet to decide to restore the WZO settlement division to full functioning after 2 years of inactivity.

Minister: Netanyahu will throw Bennett out of government

In an off-the-record interview with Arutz Sheva, a Cabinet minister warned that Education Minister Bennett's jibes come with a high price.

Netanyahu: Terror tunnels were discussed in 9 Cabinet meetings

Prime Minister's Office rejects allegations that the terror tunnels were not discussed with the Cabinet before Operation Protective Edge.

The terror continues: Arabs attack funeral

No rest for the weary: as Rabbi Michael Mark's body was being transported for burial, passing Arabs threw a stone at mourners.

Dozens protest terror wave as Cabinet convenes

Dozens gather in Judea and Samaria to protest the series of murderous terrorist attacks over the last few days.

Cabinet resolves to get to bottom of Yemenite children affair

Minister Tzachi Hanegbi to bring to investigate classified material about alleged kidnapping of Yemenite children in early days of state

Cabinet to approve Turkey reconciliation agreement

Ministers expected to approve agreement between Israel, Turkey next week. Turkey made partial concessions on Hamas.

Netanyahu's US-born chief of staff appointed Cabinet secretary

Sharan, Netanyahu's American-born chief of staff, will be the Israeli Cabinet's next secretary.

Netanyahu to announce: The Golan Heights will remain ours

Cabinet to hold weekly meeting in the Golan Heights, where Netanyahu will declare that the region is not up for negotiations.

Cabinet's solution to terror: Patch up the fences

In meeting PM and ministers decide to fix breaches in Jerusalem fence - but make no significant decision on crushing the terror.

Edelstein champions Judea and Samaria in the UK

Despite calls to boycott Edelstein's upcoming visit, Knesset speaker is proud to represent Israel - including Judea and Samaria.

Watch: Israel braces for possible PA collapse

From today's ILTV edition. Netanyahu reportedly instructs cabinet to prepare for end of PA.

Cabinet approves Mandelblit appointment for A-G

Netanyahu favorite received backing of all ministers but one and will take office on February 1.

Development in Arab sector - if illegal building stops

Cabinet approves 5-year plan to promote development of Israel's minority population on condition illegal construction halted.

Government pledges to build 'next Modi'in' in the north

Harish community near Haifa upgraded to full-fledged city, given 1B shekel budget. 'An outstanding Zionist act.'

IDF soldiers' salaries to increase by 50 percent

Government approves substantial pay raise for IDF soldiers; 'No more appropriate time than on eve of Hanukkah,' says Netanyahu.

Cabinet Approves Revoking Residency from Terrorists

Security cabinet approves a series of additional security measures in wake of ongoing terror wave.

Constant Terror Yields Raise for Jerusalem Police

Cabinet approves 800 shekel per month raise for capital police officers in light of ongoing rock and firebomb attacks.

Cabinet Approves Budget for 2015 and 2016

Following a late night debate, the Cabinet approves the budget for 2015-2016.

Cabinet Advances Law Allowing Ministers to Resign as MKs

Justice Minister's bill, modeled after Norwegian Law, lets minister resign from Knesset, enabling coalition parties to bring in new MKs.

Yad L'Achim to PM: Do Something About Assimilation Now

The Yad L'achim organization called on Prime Minister Netanyahu to do something about the rise in assimilation.

US Oleh Eli Groner In Charge of Prime Minister's Office

American immigrant Eli Groner was confirmed Sunday as Director of the Prime Minister's Office.

Begin: I'm Not Resigning from the Knesset

Anyone who think I'm giving up my seat is an 'idiot,' Benny Begin tells Likud faction meeting, a day after resigning from the government.

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.

Erdan: I Rejected Ministerial Role Based on 'Principles'

The morning after: MK notes hours after rejecting Public Security role that he needed more tools to overhaul Israel's security systems.

Netanyahu: Time to Roll Up Our Sleeves and Get to Work

Netanyahu reveals aims of the next gov't. On the agenda: security, social welfare, domestic and regional development - and peace talks?

'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.

Knesset Approves Bill to Expand Government

Second and third readings of Netanyahu proposal pass with slim majority.

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”.

Government Expansion Bill Passes First Reading

Despite delay in swearing-in government, Netanyahu achieves victory in first reading of bill to expand number of cabinet ministers.

Government Given 12 Hours to Respond to Yesh Atid Appeal

Supreme Court orders government and Attorney General to respond to appeal against expansion of cabinet by 8:00 Monday.

Ministers Approve Motion to Expand Government

After receiving governmental approval, Netanyahu's bill to expand government will move to Knesset for approval on Monday.

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.

Ministers Squabble Over Jewish State Law

Heated debate, arguing erupts in Knesset Cabinet meeting on 'Jewish State' law, ahead of pivotal vote on Israel's identity.

Netanyahu Trumps Livni

How Netanyahu Foiled Livni's Plan to Torpedo 'Jewish State' Bill

Loud dispute at Ministerial Law Committee after Livni scuttles the discussion on the National Law. Minister Uri Ariel calls it "sabotage".

Cabinet Approves 2015 Budget Following Marathon Talks

After 10 hours of discussion, the Cabinet approved the state budget proposal for 2015.

Israel Confirms Acceptance of 72-Hour Ceasefire

Cabinet votes to accept 72-hour ceasefire in Gaza, beginning Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. local time.

Israel Rejects Kerry's Ceasefire Proposal

Cabinet unanimously votes to reject the ceasefire proposed by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.

Cabinet to Discuss Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal

Security Cabinet will meet Tuesday morning at 7:00 a.m. to discuss Egyptian proposal for ceasefire in Gaza.

Cabinet Discusses Response to Murder, No Decision Reached

Meeting of the Security Cabinet on possible responses to the murder of the three Israeli teenagers ends without a consensus.

Livni: I Want A Liberal, Not a Nationalistic, Israel

Justice Minister Tzippy Livni says proposal to annex the Jordan Valley will only succeed in embarrassing Israel.

Cabinet to Approve Benefits to Residents of South

Prime Minister Netanyahu to submit a 166 million shekel plan for economic benefits for Sderot and the area adjacent to Gaza.

Cabinet Approves Plan to Deal with Illegal Immigrants

New plan gives infiltrators incentives to go home and boosts police numbers to increase law enforcement, especially in south Tel Aviv.

Shai Nitzan Appointment Approved, Jewish Home Opposes

Nitzan wins overwhelming support from ministers despite controversy over appointment as State Prosecutor.

New PA Work Permits, but Not as ‘Gesture’

Govt. gives more work permits to PA, but not as a ‘gesture’ for talks. Bennett: This promotes real peace.

Journalist: ‘Heavy Heart’? Don’t Believe It

Journalist says talk of tough decisions, close vote on prisoner release are government spin.

Voting for Terror Prisoner Release ‘With a Heavy Heart’

At least two Ministers say they will vote with PM Binyamin Netanyahu to free 104 Arab terrorist prisoners with Jewish blood on their hands.

Support for ‘Imperfect’ Bill on Hareidi-Religious Enlistment

Bill on hareidi enlistment passes with 14 votes and 4 abstentions, but dissatisfaction remains.

Obama Decides on Three New Picks to Fill Cabinet

Obama added three new names to his second term cabinet - a budget chief, energy secretary and Environmental Protection Agency head.

Obama Picks Female Business Executive for Interior

Obama to nominate business executive Sally Jewell as Interior secretary, in attempt to deflect criticism from lack of diversity in Cabinet.

Israeli ‘Hurricane’ Victims to Receive Gov’t Aid

The Cabinet is poised to approve an aid package for Israeli victims of the worst storm to hit the country in a decade.

Cabinet to Deal with Security

On the agenda for Israel's government Sunday were issues of security on the home front, and looking ahead to the future in Syria.

Israel 'Completely Rejects' UN Approval of New PA Status

The Cabinet has unanimously voted Sunday to reject the UN decision to grant the Palestinian Authority nonmember observer state status.

Report: Cabinet Meets on Egyptian Ceasefire Proposal

Israel's Cabinet convened late Monday night to discuss a ceasefire proposal advanced by Egypt, according to a radio news broadcast.

Cabinet Approves Socio-Economic Planning Staff

Professional teams will integrate implementation of the government's long-term reforms.