News for Coalition Talks Jealousy, betrayal, civil warA look back at King Saul's dispute with David over the Israelite kingdom. Unfortunately so far, history is not repeating itself. Op-ed. Report: 'Change camp' agrees on distribution of ministerial portfoliosIn recent weeks, agreements have been formed regarding the appointment of ministers in the government of the "bloc of change". MK Yaakov Litzman: Coalition partnership with Lapid & Liberman? Only in Fantasy LandUTJ head ruled out coalition gov't alongside Yesh Atid & Yisrael Beytenu, claimed Netanyahu realized partnership with Smotrich was mistake. Gantz: Because of Hendel and Hauser, I'm not PMGantz criticizes his party members, Lapid stopped a unity government whilst Handel and Hauser stopped a minority government. 'One person is preventing a unity government - Yair Lapid'Likud MK blames Blue and White for the impasse in coalition talks. Meeting between Likud, Blue and White commencesNegotiating teams of the 2 parties meet for first time since mandate given to Benny Gantz. Gantz and Netanyahu meet tonight. '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 governmentIs 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? |
