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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.

MKs: Livni-Herzog Backtrack a New Low

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.

Livni Gives Up Rotation Deal with Herzog

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.

Lapid Lashes Out at Herzog, While Bennett Blasts Bibi

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.

Politicians Rally for Votes With Elections Hours Away

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.

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

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.

Likud: Barak and Herzog Leading to Another Intifada

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 Points to 'Clash' with Yesh Atid

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.

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

Jon Voight Urges Israelis to Vote for Netanyahu

Actor Jon Voight urges Israelis to vote for Netanyahu, labels Herzog 'a modern-day Neville Chamberlain.'

Jon Voight Urges Israelis to Vote for Netanyahu

Herzog: 'I Am Ready to Be Prime Minister'

Labor leader answers - and evades - tough questions just before elections. On the agenda: building freezes and diplomatic approach to Iran.

Herzog: 'I Am Ready to Be Prime Minister'

Herzog: Bibi's Offer to Kahlon Proves He's in a Panic

According to Labor leader Yitzhak Herzog, Netanyahu offering finance portfolio to Kulanu head Moshe Kahlon is sign of PM's desperation.

Herzog: Bibi's Offer to Kahlon Proves He's in a Panic

Kuwaiti Report: Herzog in Contact with Joint Arab List

Al-Jarida claims Labor leader and Joint Arab List officials in negotiations for Arab parties to recommend Herzog for prime minister.

Kuwaiti Report: Herzog in Contact with Joint Arab List

Former Shin Bet Chief Endorses Herzog

Yuval Diskin says Netanyahu "failed in every category", endorses Herzog as Prime Minister.

Former Shin Bet Chief Endorses Herzog

Poll Shows Herzog-Netanyahu Gap Closing

In opposition to results until now, poll finds a mere 4% separates preference for PM, gives Labor 25 versus 21 for Likud.

Poll Shows Herzog-Netanyahu Gap Closing

MK Regev Demands Attorney General Investigate Herzog

Following report on Herzog breach by paying private company to campaign against Yechimovich, Regev calls for urgent investigation.

MK Regev Demands Attorney General Investigate Herzog

Herzog: Jerusalem Must Remain United

"Zionist Union" leader says "times have changed" since he welcomed former President Clinton's proposal to split Jerusalem.

Herzog: Jerusalem Must Remain United

PLO's Barghouti: Our Greatest Hope is for Netanyahu to Lose

In a revealing interview, Mustafa Barghouti says that given everything, the PA prefers Yitzhak Herzog over Binyamin Netanyahu.

PLO's Barghouti: Our Greatest Hope is for Netanyahu to Lose

Shimon Peres Expresses Support for Yitzhak Herzog

Former president Shimon Peres says Thursday he endorses 'responsible' and 'dedicated' Yitzhak Herzog for prime minister.

Shimon Peres Expresses Support for Yitzhak Herzog

Likud Officials: Kahlon Could Choose Herzog

Moshe Kahlon says he will join any government in which he is finance minister, but Likud officials fear this may mean a Herzog government.

Likud Officials: Kahlon Could Choose Herzog

Herzog: PA Doesn't Appear to be 'Partner for Peace'

In interview, Herzog says Palestinians 'very happy with one-sided strategy' and may not be interested in lasting peace deal with Israel.

Herzog: PA Doesn't Appear to be 'Partner for Peace'

Despite Terrorism and Iran – the Left Could Win

Despite Terrorism and Iran – the Left Could Win

Arafat's adviser in charge?

'Buji Has Lost his Mind'

Nationalist MKs pounce on Labor head who won't rule out letting MK Ahmed Tibi into Knesset's sensitive Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee

'Buji Has Lost his Mind'

Herzog: Social Justice Before Defense

Labor leader claims Israel's economy is suffering due to overfocus on defense, vows only to raise defense budget if social needs are met.

Herzog: Social Justice Before Defense

Bennett Blames Lapid for Stealing Ideas, Livni for Disengagement

Jewish Home chair discusses Lapid, Livni, and the 'pragmatic' side of a Likud coalition in pre-elections interview with Israeli media.

Bennett Blames Lapid for Stealing Ideas, Livni for Disengagement

Israelis Believe Netanyahu Will Form Next Government

New survey finds that 52% of respondents believe PM will also form next government, compared to 25% who think Herzog will be given the task.

Israelis Believe Netanyahu Will Form Next Government

I Was There, the [Israeli] Media is Lying

Arutz Sheva's Editor-in-Chief reveals disparity between what the Israeli media calls 'reality' and facts on the ground in the US.

I Was There, the [Israeli] Media is Lying

Herzog: I Will Evict Settlers, But Not Unilaterally

Labor Party head says he may appoint an Arab minister, as one of many gestures toward the Arab populace.

Herzog: I Will Evict Settlers, But Not Unilaterally

Herzog: After the Applause, Netanyahu Remains Alone

Opposition leader criticizes Netanyahu's Congress speech, says he should concentrate on security problems in Israel.

Herzog: After the Applause, Netanyahu Remains Alone

Is Israel's Election Culture Undergoing a Radical Change?

Last week's election debate may not have impacted the polls significantly, but it could signal a real shift in the way Israel does politics.

Is Israel's Election Culture Undergoing a Radical Change?

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger in the Iran Deal

Interior Minister blasts Herzog for his continued criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech, calls him to rise above politics.

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger in the Iran Deal

'AIPAC is the Most Important Event in American Jewish Life'

Rabbi Haskel Lookstein of Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun discusses the AIPAC conference and also shares a story about Yitzhak Herzog.

'AIPAC is the Most Important Event in American Jewish Life'

Lapid: I Won't Sit in Coalition that Repeals Haredi Draft Law

Yesh Atid head comes out swinging against PM Netanyahu and Labor head Herzog, accusing them of trying to win favor with haredi parties.

Lapid: I Won't Sit in Coalition that Repeals Haredi Draft Law

Herzog: Bibi to Blame for Airplane Chocolate Scuffle

At event in Ramat Gan, Labor head Herzog claims fight on airplane over chocolate is direct result of desperation Netanyahu has created.

Herzog: Bibi to Blame for Airplane Chocolate Scuffle

Herzog 'Would Address the Palestinian Parliament'

Labor leader refuses to rule out joining a Likud-led coalition, defends decision not to attend election leaders' debate.

Herzog 'Would Address the Palestinian Parliament'

Herzog Slams Government Money to 'Settlements'

Labor leaders blame housing crisis solely on Netanyahu, say that under their reign, money would be funneled to fix financial woes.

Herzog Slams Government Money to 'Settlements'

Herzog Haredi Wedding Visit Purely Polite, Say Likud, UTJ

Labor leader's presence at the wedding of the granddaughter of MK Litzman triggered rumors of a political deal.

Herzog Haredi Wedding Visit Purely Polite, Say Likud, UTJ

Herzog's New Image: Mr. Security

Labor's newest ad portrays Yitzhak Herzog as a highly competent officer in the vaunted 8200 intelligence unit.

Herzog's New Image: Mr. Security

'Unified stand' on Iran nukes?

Likud Minister Calls on Herzog to Join Netanyahu in Congress

Noting worrying details coming out on Iran nuclear deal, Katz says 'leave Livni at home and show consensus against the danger.'

Likud Minister Calls on Herzog to Join Netanyahu in Congress

Livni: Bibi Tearing US-Israel Relationship to Pieces

On tour of northern border, Zionist Camp chairpersons Livni and Herzog attack Netanyahu for defense decisions and other 'failures.'

Livni: Bibi Tearing US-Israel Relationship to Pieces

Kahlon Refuses to Meet with Herzog or Netanyahu

Kulanu Chairman Moshe Kahlon has refused to meet with either Likud or Labor's as elections approach and competition intensifies.

Kahlon Refuses to Meet with Herzog or Netanyahu

'Pizza Buji' Likud Video Goes Mega-Viral

Newest Likud video tells the story of a guy who orders Buji (Herzog) Pizza, and learns the hard way that it comes with something extra.

'Pizza Buji' Likud Video Goes Mega-Viral

Herzog: Netanyahu is Breaking Israel Apart

Labor-Hatnua head accuses PM of diverting attention from main issues, says he will be the one to form a coalition after elections.

Herzog: Netanyahu is Breaking Israel Apart

Kahlon Attacks Netanyahu, Bennett, Lapid Over Housing Crisis

Kulanu Chairman claims he will fix Israel's cost of living, housing crises in four years, blasts other ministers for not doing so.

Kahlon Attacks Netanyahu, Bennett, Lapid Over Housing Crisis

Netanyahu, Herzog Offer Condolences to Denmark

"We must fight together against boundless terrorism," Netanyahu tells Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt.

Netanyahu, Herzog Offer Condolences to Denmark

Herzog: If I Have One More Seat than Likud, I'll be PM

Opposition leader Yitzhak Herzog continues to express confidence that the “Zionist Camp” will head the next coalition.

Herzog: If I Have One More Seat than Likud, I'll be PM

Litzman: UTJ Can't Join Leftist Gov't Aiding Shabbat Desecration

A debate seems to be growing in United Torah Jewry on whether or not the party would join a government headed by Labor.

Litzman: UTJ Can't Join Leftist Gov't Aiding Shabbat Desecration

Netanyahu to 'Consider' Televised Debate

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says he would be willing to consider a televised debate with heads of other parties.

Netanyahu to 'Consider' Televised Debate

Bennett to Herzog: Don't You Realize You're Hurting Us All?

Jewish Home chairman calls on Opposition leader to "stop undermining the foreign policy of the Government of Israel".

Bennett to Herzog: Don't You Realize You're Hurting Us All?

'Zionist Camp' Backtracks on Support to Bar Zoabi

Joint Labor-Hatnua list reportedly caves to pressure from Arab parties and will not support a move to bar MK Zoabi from running.

'Zionist Camp' Backtracks on Support to Bar Zoabi

Yesh Atid MK: We'll Prefer Herzog Over Netanyahu

MK Shai Piron says his party believes "it's time to replace Netanyahu" and would prefer to recommend Herzog as Prime Minister.

Yesh Atid MK: We'll Prefer Herzog Over Netanyahu

Watch: Arab Students Walk Out As Bennett Promises Tougher Policy

Dozens of Arab students stormed out of an auditorium when Bennett outlined what Ayelet Shaked would do with the Public Security portfolio.

Watch: Arab Students Walk Out As Bennett Promises Tougher Policy

Lapid Chastises Herzog for 'Airing Dirty Laundry' in Public

Lapid attacks both Yitzhak Herzog and Binyamin Netanyahu for putting political considerations ahead of important Iran issue.

Lapid Chastises Herzog for 'Airing Dirty Laundry' in Public

Arab Labor Leaders Demand Herzog Give Up 'Zionist Camp' Name

Arab Labor official says as long as crisis over 'The Zionist Camp' name remains unresolved, representatives won't participate in campaign.

Arab Labor Leaders Demand Herzog Give Up 'Zionist Camp' Name

Herzog Downplays Meetings with Biden and Kerry

In an interview with Army Radio, Labor Chairman Yitzhak Herzog says meeting with US VP was completely informal and not related to elections.

Herzog Downplays Meetings with Biden and Kerry

Likud Incensed After Biden Meets Herzog in Munich

A day after announcing he would boycott PM Netanyahu's speech, Vice President Joe Biden met MK Yitzhak Herzog in Munich.

Likud Incensed After Biden Meets Herzog in Munich

When Labor Wanted to 'Erase Herzog'

Yechimovich on Herzog: 'destroyed lives of hundreds of thousands of families, disqualified as minister by Movement for Quality Government.'

When Labor Wanted to 'Erase Herzog'

Elections battle royale

Leftists Bash Bibi after Biden Boycott on Congress Talk

Labor, Lapid lambast PM for 'speech born in sin' that 'throws Israeli security under elections bus' - though Labor's Peres did the same.

Leftists Bash Bibi after Biden Boycott on Congress Talk

V15: We Were Not Sent By 'Foreign Agents' to Unseat Netanyahu

The Victory in 2015 group is not representative of anyone except themselves, it told the Central Elections Committee Thursday.

V15: We Were Not Sent By 'Foreign Agents' to Unseat Netanyahu

Oxymoron: Herzog's Embarrassing Book of Kings Misquote

Herzog proudly quotes scripture saying not to boast before proving yourself - and immediately does the exact opposite.

Oxymoron: Herzog's Embarrassing Book of Kings Misquote

Report: 'Working Class Hero' Lapid Worth NIS 10 Million

Yesh Atid head Yair Lapid on Sunday announced his assets – and they are substantial.

Report: 'Working Class Hero' Lapid Worth NIS 10 Million