 Herzog's Campaigner Admits: We Thickened His NeckAdvertising guru Reuven Adler says Herzog's cowboyish campaign photo was unretouched, except for that detail. Herzog Accuses Netanyahu of 'Buying' Last ElectionCalling new elections imminent, Herzog says he has no need to make use Netanyahu's 'deceitful' tactics when they come. Did Meretz Collect Illegal Campaign Funds?Report claims Meretz forced workers to donate their salaries on elections day in both 2013, 2015; nationalists take action. Shamir: Yisrael Beytenu Failed Because of LibermanAgriculture Minister says that Liberman's "new strategy" is to blame for Yisrael Beytenu's winning just six seats. Poll: Religious Zionists Want Education MinistryA poll shows that religious Zionist voters prefer to see Bennett as Education Minister. Jewish Home MK: Coalition Deal is Good for UsEducation Minister perhaps even more important than Foreign Minister, claims MK Yinon Magal as coalition coalesces. Final Agreement Reached Between Netanyahu, KahlonSenior political sources say Kulanu party set to take up senior ministries, including finance and housing, in next government. Sources: Netanyahu, Kahlon Closer to AgreementPrime Minister and Kulanu chairman meet and reportedly make progress on coalition agreement. Kulanu Ad Director: Bibi is the DevilUdi Pridan launches racially-charged tirade, says 'evil' Bibi should have lost like in 1999 elections, and blames Mizrahim for outcome. Shas MK: Govt Will be Formed, Despite MisgivingsShas MK Yaakov Margi is very optimistic that things will work out with all of the Likud's “natural partners." Report: Jewish Home Seeks to Limit Bennett's PowerDiscussion of Jewish Home branch heads shows deep unrest in party following election drop, anger targeted at chairman Naftali Bennett. Gillon: 'Occupation' to Blame for 'Ugly' BehaviorFormer Shin Bet chief dissastisfied with election results, says 'occupation' to blame for phenomenon of ugly, violent Israeli behavior. Herzog: I've Had No Contacts with NetanyahuLabor leader continues to insist that he will not join a coalition headed by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. Likud: Anat Waxman Belies 'Freedom of Expression'Likud party fires back at actress's half-apology on Saturday, notes that arrogance and racism in the name of 'free speech' is intolerable.Actress Apologizes for Insulting IsraelisAnat Waxman, who derided Likud voters as an unrefined working class, finally apologizes for rant - but insists she was not 'racist.' Netanyahu, Bennett to Meet for Coalition TalksJewish Home reportedly to receive Economy, Strategic Affairs, Agriculture portfolios; MK Ayelet Shaked may gain a portfolio as well. Liberman: Hamas's Destruction on the AgendaReport: Yisrael Beytenu to place obliterating Hamas on their agenda as part of talks, along with reinstating Liberman as FM. Report: Rivlin Working Towards Unity GovernmentPresident Rivlin reportedly working behind the scenes towards a government with Likud and the "Zionist Union". What Next for the Jewish Home and Naftali Bennett?After a disappointing election which left Bennett fighting for his place in the gov't, can the party bounce back? One insider thinks so. Netanyahu Promised Bennett Defense MinistryExplosive report claims Netanyahu promised coveted position in return for support for early elections - then promptly reneged on his pledge. Netanyahu Offers Deri Transportation MinistryPM makes offer apparently meant to work out conflict between Deri and Kahlon, and seal Kulanu coalition deal. Regev Laments 'Blackmail' From Small PartiesMK Miri Regev claims small, medium parties are holding up talks, calls to change the electoral system to ensure majority is in power. Shas Activists Caught on Tape Guiding Voter FraudRecordings reveal how Shas activists used 'tiny scribbles' and more to cheat democracy, leaving Yachad around 11,000 votes short. UTJ Reportedly in Final Stages of Coalition DealAll that's left is phrasing final agreement according to report, with deal to include cancellation of Enlistment Law's criminal sanctions. Kulanu MK Complains 'Up Front' About Haredi CostsThe government hasn't been formed yet, but already rival parties are accusing each other of “ruining” their policies.Jewish Home: Netanyahu Still Giving Us 'Runaround'A source in Jewish Home says it appears that Likud wants a government with its “natural allies” - but not with Jewish Home. Source: Likud Set to Announce Deal With Shas, UTJPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is set to announce his first coalition agreement next week, sources in the Likud said. Kulanu to Approve Parties' Financial DemandsLikud and Kulanu reach understanding, if not final deal, in which Kulanu will have ultimate approval on all parties' budgetary demands. Im Tirtzu: Labor Should Not Sit in GovernmentSpeaking to Arutz Sheva, Im Tirtzu's Policy Director Alon Schvartzer dismisses unity government, says MKs like Stav Shaffir are anti-Jewish.Likud: We Will Sign with Haredim First'Excessive' demands will prevent Kulanu from being the first party Likud signs a coalition agreement with, official says. Marzel: We Did the Right Thing, Though We FailedIn exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva, Baruch Marzel talks elections, Yachad's next step, and how Netanyahu stormed to victory. Bennett: Netanyahu Thinks We're SuckersJewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett on Wednesday expressed his disappointment and frustration with the coalition negotiation process. Report Fingers High-Earning 'Fat Cat' BankersA report in business daily Globes concluded that the nine best paid bankers earned NIS 52.2 million ($13 million) between them in 2014. Kahlon Raises 'Price,' Now Demands 3 MinistriesMoshe Kahlon is demanding some of the top government portfolios as his price for joining Binyamin Netanyahu's new government.Investigation into Shas Voting Fraud Takes OffAfter witnesses claimed Shas paid them for votes, the Attorney General and Israel Police have been approached to start an investigation. Bennett: Likud Hasn't Even Started NegotiatingJewish Home party head says Netanyahu reneging on pre-election pledge that his party would be first in line to join a Likud-led coalition. From Veteran MK to Father of Two MKsFormer deputy prime minister David Levy attends swearing-in of his daughter Orly and son Jacky, who 'continue the path.' First Session of 20th Knesset BeginsPresident urges parties to move on from election mudslinging, calls for speedy conclusion to coalition talks. Danon Hopes to 'Serve Public as Welfare Minister'Likud MK tells Arutz Sheva Likud 'has a lot to prove,' hints Jewish Home should 'calm down' in coalition negotiations. Kassam Rocket to Grace Office of New MKFreshman Yesh Atid MK Chaim Yellin selects unusual choice for office ornament 'so I don't forget where I come from and who I represent.' Likud: We Will Take 12 Portfolios in Next Gov'tIf next government has only 18 ministers, Likud warns Jewish Home and Yisrael Beytenu, Ayelet Shaked and Sofa Lanver will not be ministers. Report: Shas Bribed Citizens for VotesMultiple witnesses claim Shas paid them up to 300 NIS for votes; one activist complicit in the bribery confirms; Shas denies involvement. Kahlon: Give Us the Tools to Make ChangesKulanu chairman issues veiled threat to Likud as coalition talks continue. Source: PM Could Seek Unity GovernmentA source in the Likud said that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu was strongly considering asking Yitzchak Herzog to join his coalition. Likud and UTJ May Have Deal Before PassoverWith several positions secured, and Likud likely to agree to UTJ's demands, haredi party looks poised to be first to finalize deal. Yishai: Yachad is Not Going AnywhereDespite debts and inability to pass threshold to join the Knesset, Eli Yishai promises Yachad will continue to 'grow and flourish.' Yechimovich: Labor is Done with Rotation DealsMK Shelly Yechimovich expounds on reasons for Labor's loss and party's plans in next elections.Magal: PM Stopped Being 'Heroic' After ElectionsJewish Home MK-elect Yinon Magal continues to assert Netanyahu offered his party nothing in the forthcoming government. Hotovely: Bibi Will Form Nationalist GovernmentLikud MK dismisses claims that Netanyahu will form a unity government, advises voters not to believe every headline they read. Leftist TA Teacher in Repulsive Election Loss PostResponding to results, teacher wishes right-wing voters that they bury their loved ones, and get 'brutally raped in synagogues.' Magal: Likud Purposely Stalling Coalition TalksIncoming Jewish Home MK says that Netanyahu keeps raising the bar for the coalition - in hopes of forming a unity government instead. Arab List to Forego Security Committee for FinanceTibi says party willing to take financial influence instead of access to defense committee, heading off serious security concerns.Talks Stuck After Bennett-Netanyahu MeetingNetanyahu and Jewish Home chairman meet for coalition negotiations amid tensions between the two parties. UN Envoy: UNSC can Force 'Peace Framework'In ironic call given freeze now in place, envoy Serry says Jewish construction 'kills possibility of peace' in his very last report. 'Stop Eli Yishai Hate Before It's Too Late'Something must be done to bring the divisions between supporters of Aryeh Deri and Eli Yishai under control, says outgoing MK Nissim Ze'ev. Kahlon: No One Has Negotiated with UsKulanu leader pours cold water on reports that he has already been guaranteed the position of Finance Minister in the next government. Bibi Planning to Keep Jewish Home in OppositionSource familiar with coalition talks reveals: Bibi is planning to form a unity government with Labor and leave Jewish Home out. |
