Isaac Herzog

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.

Jon Voight Urges Israelis to Vote for Netanyahu

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

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: 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.

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.

Former Shin Bet Chief Endorses Herzog

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

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.

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.

Herzog: Jerusalem Must Remain United

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

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.

Shimon Peres Expresses Support for Yitzhak Herzog

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: After the Applause, Netanyahu Remains Alone

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

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.

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.

'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.

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.