Isaac Herzog

MKs Left and Right Blast Kotler Over Criticism of Regev

MKs from right and left criticize actor Oded Kotler, who compared Likud voters to "straw-chewing beasts".

Hazan Says He Won't Vote with Opposition

Likud MK says there is no need to worry that he will betray nationalist camp despite scandal.

Herzog: Netanyahu Will Destroy Israel as Jewish State

Zionist Union chair alleges continuation of PM Netanyahu's policies will result in binational Jewish-Arab state in Israel.

UL's MK Odeh Suggests Zionist Left is Racist, Too

Aiman Odeh, chairman of the United List, on Sunday decried the 'Israeli occupation' at the Herzliya Conference.

Herzog: Demographic Threat is 'Imminent'

Israel needs to make a deal with the Palestinian Authority right away, it it wants to survive as a Jewish state, said Yitzchak Herzog.

Egg on His Face: Lawyers Boo Herzog Over Bibi Boycott Blame

An attempt by Yitzhak Herzog to slam Prime Minister Netanyahu in front of what he thought was a sympathetic audience backfired.

Herzog Assigned Additional Security After Death Threat

Herzog receives added security after receiving letter threatening 'you're nothing...it's only a matter of time before they kill you.'

Herzog: Netanyahu 'Humiliated' Obama

Labor head responds to Obama's hostile Israeli interview, noting irregularity of US president refusing to meet PM, instead addressing media.

Herzog Uses Unity Platform to Attack Bennett

Labor and Jewish Home chairmen attend lesson devoted to national unity, but Herzog slams Bennett anyways.

Herzog Defends 'Unflattering' Documentary Portrayal

Calling the actions of staff members 'regular' for election period, Labor leader admits "Herzog" film wasn't the most successful endeavor.

Herzog Speaks Out Against Banning Israel from FIFA

"Boycotting Israel would be a red penalty card for FIFA," says opposition chairman who says he supports Netanyahu on this issue.

Herzog's Campaigner Admits: 'We Thickened His Neck'

Advertising guru Reuven Adler says Herzog's cowboyish campaign photo was unretouched, except for that detail.

Herzog: Israelis Deserve Better than Netanyahu's Circus

Attacking Netanyahu's 'game of musical chairs' as he sets up gov't, Herzog calls on Kahlon and other coalition members to fight back.

Leftist Anger as Arab Workers Banned from Judea-Samaria Buses

Defense Ministry decides on separate transport for Arab workers and Jewish residents, to combat overload and friction.

Netanyahu, Herzog Spar Over Keeping Jerusalem United

PM vows never to divide Jerusalem, defends Israel's right to build in its capital; Herzog accuses him of paying 'lip service.'

Herzog: Netanyahu in All-Out War Against the Media

Opposition leader harangues Netanyahu for impromptu firing of Communications Ministry Director, says it violates 'freedom of the press.'

Herzog Accuses Netanyahu of 'Buying' Last Election

Calling new elections imminent, Herzog says he has no need to make use Netanyahu's 'deceitful' tactics when they come.

Last Minute Opposition Jabs Before Expansion Vote

Both Herzog and Liberman accuse Netanyahu's coalition members of putting their own egos before needs of Israeli people.

Herzog Vows to Cripple Netanyahu's Coalition

'We will not let you lead; you will not be able to function," Labor head threatens, says new elections are better than Likud rule.

Left Lashes Out at Netanyahu over Expanding Government

Herzog claims battle between Netanyahu and Israel has begun, while Lapid stresses Yesh Atid will fight new measure any way it can.

Livni: I Won't Do Anything to Help Netanyahu

Backing up Zionist Union co-chair Yitzhak Herzog, Tzipi Livni asserts party has no plans whatsoever to join Netanyahu government.

Herzog: Bibi Should Give the Mandate Back to the President

Zionist Union chairman insists he's not joining the coalition, says Netanyahu should give back the mandate he was given to form a gov't.

Herzog: PM Dug Himself a Pit, I Will Not Throw Him a Rope

Labor leader Yitzhak Herzog insists Netanyahu should not count on him to bail out latest government when push comes to shove.

Sources: Netanyahu Ready to Offer Herzog Rotation Deal

Just hours after Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu announced, Likud sources said he was looking for new coalition partners.

Herzog: This is a 'Government of National Failure'

Zionist Union, Yesh Atid denounce Netanyahu's new coalition, promise to fight it.

Labor, Likud: No One Offered Herzog Foreign Ministry

MK Yitzhak Herzog angrily denied a report that he had turned down an offer by Binyamin Netanyahu to be Israel's Foreign Minister.

Drama in Zionist Union: Yechimovich Boycotts First Meeting

Calling Herzog and Livni's joint leadership of Zionist Union 'absurd,' MK Yechimovich refuses to attend first faction meeting on Monday.

PM on Riots: Legitimate Protests Yes, Violence No

The riots in Tel Aviv Sunday by Ethiopian protesters have prompted politicians to comment on the situation.

Left Blasts Netanyahu Over Coalition Agreements

Yair Lapid, Yitzhak Herzog and Tzipi Livni criticize coalition agreements with Kulanu and United Torah Judaism.

Source: Netanyahu Has Had It 'Up to Here' With Shas, Jewish Home

With less than a week to go before his deadline, PM Netanyahu is said to be ready to give up on deals with Aryeh Deri and Naftali Bennett.

Police: Rocks Which Hit Herzog's Car 'An Accident'

CCTV footage shows a car in front of Michal Herzog's hitting rocks on the road, causing them to fly into the air, police say.

Rocks Pelted at Michal Herzog, Labor Head's Wife

Michal Herzog reported to police Monday that her car was pelted by rocks, breaking the windshield, while she exited her Tel Aviv home.

Herzog: I've Had No Contacts with Netanyahu

Labor leader continues to insist that he will not join a coalition headed by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Transportation Minister Attacks 'Leftist Hypocrite' on Facebook

After sarcastic message invites citizens to ask Yisrael Katz for rides, Katz retorts: public transportation on Shabbat? Ask Buji Herzog!

Israeli Officials: Iran Deal an 'Historic Mistake'

Israeli officials say new framework deal with Iran "will make the world far more dangerous." Lapid, Herzog and Livni speak out as well.

Yechimovich: Labor is Done with Rotation Deals

MK Shelly Yechimovich expounds on reasons for Labor's loss and party's plans in next elections.

Herzog Vehemently Denies Unity Government Rumors

Calling Bennett 'whiny,' Zionist Union head Herzog says no truth to comments Netanyahu will pass Jewish Home over for unity government.

Netanyahu Playing Both Sides of the Game?

Rumors surface Monday that Netanyahu has not given up on idea of unity government with Zionist Union; Jewish Home feels it's being played.

Regev: Buji and Tzipi Are the Real Racists

Regev asserts that Labor lost because the 'condescending' Livni and Herzog refused to condemn leftist artist's racist remarks.

Right Still Fears Netanyahu Will Form Unity Government

MK Shaked announces Jewish Home's opposition to unity government, hopes Netanyahu doesn't 'make a joke' of the Right.

Is Netanyahu Trying to Form Unity Government Behind the Scenes?

Likud adamantly rejects Channel Ten report that Netanyahu sent associate Natan Eshel to prod Herzog about possibility of unity government.

Herzog Approaches Kahlon for Coalition Coup

Labor's Yitzhak Herzog has not exactly declared defeat, officials confirm - and has approached Kulanu in bid to swing coalition leftward.

Herzog Admits: The Polls Messed Us Up

Labor head blames misleading polls for creating false confidence, without considering 'Netanyahu could reinvent himself in days.'

Yechimovich Admits 'We Got a Public Slap on the Cheek'

Former Labor chairperson talks about lessons learned and need to return to 'ideology,' says Herzog is 'more compromising.'

Jewish Home Founder: Party Needs a Rethink

Rabbi Dr. Daniel Tropper, a pioneering founder of the Jewish Home party, says the party could have done better.

Herzog: We're Not Joining Likud Government

Yitzhak Herzog on Wednesday made it clear that he wold not join a unity government with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Herzog Calls Netanyahu, Concedes Defeat (Sort of)

'Tzipi Livni and I will continue to fight for a more just society, a diplomatic horizon, and democracy.'

Netanyahu and Herzog in Last-Minute Mudslinging

PM says leftist coalition will 'be dependent on Arab list and submit the whole way,' Herzog calls Netanyahu 'embarrassing, radical.'

Another Livni Flip-Flop? 'I'm a Full Partner' With Herzog

Did she or didn't she? On Tuesday, Tzipi Livni said that she was still a 'full partner' with Yitzchak Herzog.

Herzog Votes, Says 'Israel Wants Change'

Saying elections are between the hope he brings and the despair of Netanyahu, Labor leader urges voters to choose the Zionist Union.

Livni, Herzog Deny Rotation Retraction is a Ploy

Both party leaders claim the move was 'necessary' to replace Netanyahu in the face of enormous backlash.

Netanyahu: Livni and Herzog are Frightened Liars

Accusing Livni and Herzog as being liars for calling off rotation deal at the last minute, Netanyahu says the pair are running scared.

MKs: Livni-Herzog Backtrack a New Low

Last-minute decision for Tzipi Livni not to run in a 'rotation' agreement breaks campaign promises before polls even open, MKs fire.

Livni Gives Up Rotation Deal with Herzog

Claiming it could affect Herzog's chances of forming a government, his co-chair gives up rotation deal that brought them together.

Lapid Lashes Out at Herzog, While Bennett Blasts Bibi

Elections are hours away and rival parties are making it a point to strike back at those trying to 'steal' their voters away.

Politicians Rally for Votes With Elections Hours Away

One day before elections, Netanyahu warns Right they must choose Likud to ensure victory, while Herzog stresses importance of change.

Netanyahu: Livni and Buji Will Create 'Hamastan 2' in Jerusalem

On a tour of Har Homa neighborhood, prime minister pledges to strengthen Jewish presence in Jerusalem if reelected.

Likud: Barak and Herzog Leading to Another Intifada

In response to Barak endorsement of Herzog, Likud reminds how back in 1999 'they brought the Second Intifada,' hushed up scandals.

Herzog Points to 'Clash' with Yesh Atid

Labor head says votes for Lapid help Netanyahu, denies rotation with Livni damages party, says 'serious effort' needed to beat Likud.

Herzog: I, More Than Anyone, Will Keep Jerusalem Safe

Yitzchak Herzog paid a visit to the Kotel on Sunday, where he proclaimed his loyalty to the holy site and said he prays daily.