![]() 'Do not lend a hand to leftist government'Heads of factions that recommended Netanyahu as PM unanimously decide that a right-wing government should be set up without delay.![]() Levin: Immunity issue is not part of coalition agreementsChairman of Likud's coalition negotiating team seeks to dispel rumors that law granting immunity to Netanyahu is part of coalition talks.![]() Yisrael Beytenu: We await answers from the LikudLiberman's party says it will not compromise on tougher security policy and passing Draft Law.![]() Kahlon's demandsKulanu chairman demanding Finance Ministry again, conditions entry into the government on no tax increases.![]() 'If recruitment issue remains unsolved we go to elections'In view of increase in strength to 8 seats, UTJ representatives make clear if Draft Law not resolved, they will lead to repeated elections.![]() Liberman's conditions for joining governmentYisrael Beytenu chairman reportedly demands defense ministry, passing of original Draft Law as conditions to joining Netanyahu's coalition.![]() Report: Netanyahu offered Foreign Ministry to LivniTV report says Livni turned down offer from Netanyahu to be appointed Foreign Minister. PMO: No offer was made to Livni.![]() Herzog: There will be no unity governmentOpposition leader declares at Rabin memorial he will no longer hold any coalition talks with Netanyahu. Elkin: Good riddance.![]() PMO denies Netanyahu agreed to construction freezePrime Minister's Office categorically denies reports that Netanyahu agreed to a quiet construction freeze in Judea and Samaria.![]() Yechimovich: I will fight joining the coalitionMK Shelly Yechimovich says she would fight "with all her might" a move to join Netanyahu's coalition.![]() 'Netanyahu is using us to restrain Bennett'MK Yossi Yonah (Zionist Union) told Arutz Sheva that there are no negotiations to enter the government![]() Is Herzog on the way to the coalition?Likud source denies reports that Netanyahu asked heads of coalition parties to opine about the possibility of Zionist Union joining.![]() Hanegbi to Herzog: Join the governmentLikud Minister calls on opposition leader to join the coalition, says there are no significant gaps between the Likud and the Zionist Union.![]() Netanyahu and Herzog resume coalition talks?Channel 2 News reports Prime Minister and opposition leader met this week to discuss a unity government. Both sides deny.![]() Netanyahu accepts Litzman's compromiseNetanyahu accepts Health Minister's compromise in the coalition crisis with Jewish Home, which will in turn support expansion of coalition.![]() Will Bennett be fired?Political officials reportedly working on convincing Jewish Home to back Liberman's appointment as Defense Minister.![]() Bennett won't back down on Security Cabinet demandJewish Home chairman determined to ensure Cabinet members updated on IDF affairs after experiences during Protective Edge.![]() Liberman won't enter govt until at least next weekWith 24-hour Knesset review needed to approve coalition deal, Lag Ba'Omer break makes deal this week highly unlikely.![]() Likud-Yisrael Beytenu coalition talks resumeCoalition talks between the Likud and Yisrael Beytenu parties resumed after Liberman said earlier they reached a “dead end”.![]() 'Door is closed' for Zionist Union to join gov'tOpposition leader rejects offer from Netanyahu to reconsider joining coalition, says PM chose 'extremist' government.![]() 'The gov't can finally do what we promised'Likud minister close to coalition talks says Yisrael Beytenu joining gov't to bring long-term stability, actualize nationalist government.![]() Yisrael Beytenu in gov't won't impact PA talksIn cabinet meeting, Netanyahu says he's still willing to engage in diplomatic process with Palestinians, with help of 'regional actors.'![]() Blair engineered Herzog-Netanyahu unity talks?Former British PM and Quartet envoy reportedly led the failed move to add the Zionist Union to the coalition.![]() Sources: Ya'alon wasn't offered Foreign MinistrySources close to Ya'alon reject reports he was never offered the role of Foreign Minister if Liberman joins the coalition.![]() Ariel: Coalition Expansion 'Very Theoretical'Outgoing Housing Minister explains why a budget must be set before parties join - and what the government's direction may be.![]() Poll: Most Israelis Unhappy with Coalition ResultsMany Israelis displeased with Netanyahu capitulating to haredi parties' demands; surprising confidence in Kahlon as finance minister.![]() Stormy Debate Over Cabinet ExpansionMKs exchange proposals, sarcasm in overnight debate; bill to expand government passes for second and third readings.![]() MK Eichler Says He's 'Not Bound' By Coalition DealUTJ MK threatens to rebel if not granted chairmanship of Knesset committee; sources tell Arutz Sheva he never signed coalition deal.![]() 'Lapid Never Objected to Cabinet Before'Likud MK Ze'ev Elkin notes that Yair Lapid's appeal follows a government with even more ministers, quips Lapid's math must be poor.![]() A-G Expected to Challenge CoalitionLikud's deals with UTJ, Jewish Home violated Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein's guidelines for coalition talks, news site claims.![]() ADL Congratulates Netanyahu on CoalitionADL directors commend Netanyahu on success despite 'lively and unpredictable' democratic process.![]() Report: Liberman Offered Defense MinistryFormer FM reportedly offered Ya'alon's post to lure Yisrael Beytenu back into government; Liberman apparently turned the role down.![]() Slomiansky: Too Bad We Had to Do it the Hard WayJewish Home MK welcomes coalition agreement but says he regrets the process.![]() UN Chief to Look for 'Realistic Options' for PeaceBan Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.![]() PA Upset over Shape of New Israeli GovernmentPalestinian Authority chief negotiator Saeb Erakat laments formation of nationalist-religious government.![]() Former Shas MK: Government Will be Short-LivedFormer MK Nissim Ze’ev predicts there will be too much friction in Netanyahu's new government for it to last long.![]() Herzog: This is a 'Government of National Failure'Zionist Union, Yesh Atid denounce Netanyahu's new coalition, promise to fight it.![]() Netanyahu: 61 is Good, and 61 Plus is Even BetterNetanyahu, Bennett welcome agreement that will enable the establishment of a coalition with 61 MKs.![]() Likud, Jewish Home Sign Coalition DealDeal struck two hours before deadline, sources say. Netanyahu gives in on Justice Ministry, but keeps Foreign Ministry.![]() Bennett Demands: Justice Ministry or OppositionBennett in last minute demand that Shaked be made justice minister; Likud sources say 'lust for portfolios canceling right-wing govt.'![]() Rabbi Riskin: Women's Rights, Conversion in Govt.Efrat's chief rabbi tells Jewish Home to press for 'reform,' both in divorce rights for women in religious courts and in the conversion law.![]() United Torah Judaism Supports Unity GovernmentHaredi party, like Shas, believes Labor joining coalition will help stabilize government, further social causes.![]() Regev to Bennett: Stop Playing GamesLikud MK calls on Jewish Home to join the government immediately, threatens small parties would suffer in return to polls.![]() Report: PM Refuses to Give Jewish Home FMLikud sources say Bennett offered Justice Ministry instead; all talks have ground to a halt.![]() Jewish Home Outraged Over Agreement with ShasJewish Home, upset that Religious Affairs Ministry was given to Shas, plans to demand another ministry as "compensation".![]() Liberman Predicts Elections by 2016Yisrael Beytenu chairman says a coalition made up of 61 MKs will be short-lived, insists it's Likud's fault that he chose not to join.![]() Report: Jewish Home to Demand Foreign MinistryAfter Yisrael Beytenu backs out of talks, Jewish Home reportedly weighing demanding the Foreign Ministry ahead of deadline.![]() Shas, Likud Sign Coalition AgreementUnder agreement, Deri to be appointed Economy Minister; Shas to receive two Ministries and several deputy positions.![]() MKs Welcome, Reject Liberman's Coalition StatementReactions range from fury to encouragement as MKs weigh the possibilities of a government without Yisrael Beytenu.![]() Analysis: Avigdor Liberman's Political GambitBy announcing he won't join the coalition, Liberman is throwing down the gauntlet to Likud and Jewish Home - but it's a risky move.![]() Liberman Won't Join Netanyahu GovernmentYisrael Beytenu to remain in Opposition, Liberman to resign as Foreign Minister. Could it torpedo the coalition?![]() Yesh Atid: UTJ Coalition Agreement a 'Sellout'MKs and activists demonstrate in Tel Aviv against coalition deal which 'sells out' the nationalist camp and the State, they claim.![]() Shaked Wishes to Resign as MKJewish Home seeking a clause in coalition agreement allowing Shaked to resign as an MK in order to allow Shuli Muallem into the Knesset.![]() Ofra Residents Turn to Jewish Home: Save Our TownFrustrated residents plea to Naftali Bennett to stand up for the rights of Judea-Samaria in coalition talks ahead of demolition order.![]() UTJ, Left United Over Child Allowance IncreaseProf. Yossi Yonah of Labor praises child allowance raise, says it will lift Israel higher on OECD list.![]() Child Allowances to Increase As Part of UTJ DealCash-strapped parents to receive nearly double the current monthly child allowance rate in 2016. UTJ: It's a good deal.![]() Aryeh Deri Drops Demand for Interior MinistryShas head convicted of bribery during his last interior ministry stint tell Army Radio he's giving up on the ministry 'to prevent slander.' |