News for Coalition Government How long will the regime change coalition last?Will Israel's new "regime change coalition" be able to effectively resist US dominance over Israeli policies? Erekat slams new 'extreme' Israeli coalition gov'tPA chief negotiator - who recently sat in coalition with Hamas Islamists - says expanded Israeli gov't poses a threat to regional stability. Negotiators agree: Death penalty for terroristsLikud negotiators agree to key demand made by Yisrael Beytenu, as condition to joining gov't: capital punishment for terrorist murderers. Likud ministers overjoyed at Liberman meetingOutpouring of ministers and deputy ministers hail the coming of a 'wide, right-wing government' with Likud's 'natural partner.' Govt. plays post-Passover portfolio musical chairsAfter holiday ends, Netanyahu is expected to reshuffle ministry portfolios among Likud MKs, as they scramble for spots. Knesset Speaker: 61-MK Coalition Can't HoldEdelstein has 'a hard time imagining this government lasting for very long' without Labor or Liberman. Erdan Leaves Government, But May Return SoonLikud's Gilad Erdan leaves Interior Ministry. MK Hanegbi estimates he'll rejoin government 'within days or weeks.' 'We Want to See Yesh Atid Leave the Coalition'Uri Ariel believes Jewish Home is gaining ground in the government, predicting to Arutz Sheva that coalition - and policy - changes await. Liberman Attacks Netanyahu for Lack of LeadershipLiberman pulls no punches in criticizing fellow ministers over polarizing views, calls for unity before the government collapses. Yesh Atid: Peace Talks with Hamas or No CoalitionYesh Atid Minister demands peace talks be renewed despite Hamas presence in unity gov't; 'if not, we won't be in the government.' 'As Soon as Terrorists Board Bus, I Will Resign'Deputy Minister Danny Danon reiterates intent to resign if prisoner deal goes through, calls coalition tensions 'test' for Bennett, Likud. Minister Warns Israeli Sovereignty is in DangerHousing minister tells Arutz Sheva about proposed terror deal, 2015 housing price drop; slams collective punishment in Yitzhar. 'Israeli-Arab Terrorists Releases or No Deal'Senior government officials say the controversial releases are key to continuing peace talks, despite 'zero chance' of success. Minister Says Livni Should Leave the GovernmentIn special interview, Uri Orbach calls HaTnua 'fictitious,' slams Livni for blaming Israel over talks - which he has 'no problem' reviving.Jewish Home Not to Remain in Gov't 'At Any Cost'Housing Minister Uri Ariel reiterates that the likelihood of Jewish Home leaving the government is high. FM Offers Talks Without Terrorist ReleasesAvigdor Liberman says Israel 'in favor of negotiations' as long as terrorists remain in prison. Elkin: Israel to Stand Strong Over Role in TalksDeputy Minister Ze'ev Elkin, in Arutz Sheva interview, explains why Israel should stand strong - and prevent capitulating to PA. Yesh Atid Threatens to Leave GovernmentFinance Minister and party chairman Yair Lapid says his party would not 'remain part of a government that will not advance negotiations'. Ben-Ari: 'Jewish Home Is Partner To Blood Govt.'Former MK attacks Jewish Home for not bringing down coalition government to prevent release of 26 terrorist murderers. Final Coalition Pact Signing Set for Thurs NightBarring last-minute changes, members of the new Netanyahu government are set to sign final documents Thursday evening. Here's the lineup. Tree's A Crowd - Month of Nisan Sports New CoalitionThe onset of spring brings with it a new Israeli government coalition and new political satire. Peres to Pick Israel’s Next Prime MinisterPresident Peres will begin the process of choosing a new Prime Minister. Estimates show 80 MK's - or more - for Netanyahu. Survey: Likud Voters Want Bennett in CoalitionA vast majority of voters - 74% - want to see a coalition which includes Jewish Home, Yesh Atid and the ultra-orthodox parties. |
