News for Jewish State Law Rivlin: Terror Rising But no Danger - to DemocracyPresident again bashes Jewish state law and bemoans 'increase in tensions between Jews and Arabs.' Arab MK Tibi Slams Jewish State Law on CNNTibi says Israel is 'democratic to Jews, Jewish to Arabs,' claims country can't be both Jewish and democratic. Elkin: The Coalition Won't Dissolve Over State LawCoalition chairman says he is open to talks about rewording the Jewish State Law, says it's up to Lapid to change his behavior. Tel Aviv Synagogue Vandalized, Leftists SuspectedVandals burn books, write graffiti against Jewish State bill at synagogue identified with Tzohar Rabbis. 'Declaration of Independence Trump Jewish State'The Left has come up with its response to the proposed Jewish State Law - the 'Declaration of Independence' Law, said MK Hilik Bar. PM to Invest in Druze, Circassian CommunitiesAfter meeting with Druze leaders last week, Netanyahu is moving forward with plans to submit bill for investment in Druze, Circassian towns. Bennett to Left: We Will Not Be Silent AnymoreNaftali Bennett tells Left to 'keep calm' after demonstrations against nationalists Saturday night erupt in incitement. MK Feiglin: Gillon Should Sit at Home and Shut UpDeputy Speaker Feiglin responds to Carmi Gillon's criticism of Netanyahu: 'He should sit at home, shut up, and stop evaluating us.' Former Shin Bet Chief Slams PM as 'Egomaniac'Former Israel Security Agency chief Carmi Gillon attends leftist protest, says Israel led "by a bunch of pyromaniacs". 'Jewish State Law' Vote Postponed - AgainVote on controversial law postponed for at least one more week; PM to present his compromise bill before original draft advances in Knesset. Arab League Refuses to Recognize Israel as JewishCategorical rejection of 'Jewish state law' from Arab League ahead of controversial vote; support for PA action against Israel in UN, ICC. Jordanians Protest Against Jewish State LawMuslim Brotherhood leads hundreds of Jordanians in a protest against Israel's Jewish State Law. Presidents Attack Jewish State LawFormer President Peres and current President Rivlin criticize Jewish State Law and PM Netanyahu in speeches at Ben Gurion memorial. JTS Chancellor Against 'Jewish State Law'After a week of intense criticism and defense, JTS's chancellor throws his voice into 'Jewish State Law' debate - 'alarmed' by the law. Abbas Backs MKs Who Oppose Jewish State Law"What does this bill mean for peace?" asks PA Chairman when referring to Jewish State Law.Storm in Knesset Over Jewish State LawOpposition MKs attack Netanyahu over his defense of the Jewish State bill; Herzog calls to establish new government. UK Prime Minister Defends Israel in ParliamentUK PM David Cameron fires back at anti-Israel MP's inaccurate description of 'Jewish State Law': Israel gives rights to all its people. Livni Welcomes Rivlin's CriticismPresident among a group fighting the "Israeli Tea Party", says Justice Minister in comments on Facebook. President Rivlin Bashes 'Jewish State Law'Despite holding supposedly non-political position, Rivlin opposes bill claiming 'democracy is Jewish' and denying contradiction of the two. PLO: 'Jewish State Law' Ends 'Two State Solution'PLO says 'racist' law making Israel nation-state of Jewish people denies 'historical Palestine' and prepares for expulsion of Arabs. Netanyahu Hits Back at 'Jewish State Law' Critics'I don't know of a more vibrant democracy than Israel,' declares PM, following veiled US criticism and left-wing opposition. Peretz Submits Bill to Prevent Bennett as PMMK Amir Peretz submits bill to revert to direct prime ministerial elections - specifically to prevent 'extremist' Bennett from becoming PM. Hamas Threatens 'Holy War' Over Jewish State LawGaza calls on international powers to reprimand Israel on 'racist' law, says it will 'cause holy war.' Orbach: Left Involved in Feiglin FiascoMinister says Opposition escalated Monday's tiff in the Knesset, during which Moshe Feiglin was called 'fascist,' for political reasons. Bennett to US: Jewish State Law is Our ProblemEconomics Minister Naftali Bennett fires back at US criticism, saying they 'have no right to interfere' in internal affairs. 'We Weren't Elected to Promote Livni's Agenda'MK Ze’ev Elkin says the Likud is determined to pass the Jewish State Law and isn't deterred by threats of an election. U.S. Expects Israel to 'Stick to Democracy'Responding to the controversial Jewish State Law, State Department spokesman says Israel should "stick to its democratic principles". Netanyahu Welcomes Iran Deal PostponementPM urges West to use seven-month extension to toughen its stance on Iran; also says he is 'determined' to pass Jewish State law. Crisis on Hold: Jewish State Law Vote DeferredAs Avigdor Liberman tries to defuse crisis between prime minister and Hatnua, vote on disputed bill is postponed. Wednesday's Vote Set to Derail CoalitionTzipi Livni vows to fight the Jewish State bill and may vote against it – forcing Netanyahu to fire her. Yair Lapid has vowed to vote 'nay.' Lapid: We'll Vote Against Jewish State Law"Ben-Gurion would not have approved the Jewish State Law," says Finance Minister of the law approved by the Cabinet. Bennett: Jewish State Law Saves Southern Tel AvivJewish Home chairman says High Court will now have to assist the neighborhoods flooded by foreign workers. Livni: bill 'ruins the country.' 'Jewish State' Law Passes Cabinet VoteControversial bill passed after right-wing, left-wing ministers clash. Ministers Squabble Over Jewish State LawHeated debate, arguing erupts in Knesset Cabinet meeting on 'Jewish State' law, ahead of pivotal vote on Israel's identity.Netanyahu: A Country Cannot Be Run on ArgumentsPM, at weekly Cabinet meeting, seeks to dispel tensions over 'Jewish State' bill - and warn US again over Iran. Cabinet to Vote on 'Jewish State' Law TodayTensions high throughout the political system before monumental vote on 'Jewish State Law'; leftist MKs fume. Netanyahu: Jewish State Bill Essential for IsraelPM Netanyahu says the Jewish State Law "is essential in order to establish Israel as the nation state of the Jewish people. Shaked: Jewish State Law to Stop High Court VetoesCompromise or no, the Jewish State bill can ensure that critical laws for Israel's security get passed, claims MK Shaked. Netanyahu: No Place For DiscriminationNetanyahu responds to Ashkelon mayor's decision to bar Arab workers. Notes 'Jewish State Law' equates democracy, Israel's Jewish character.A Compromise on the Jewish State Law?Netanyahu plans to bring own version of 'Jewish State Law' before Cabinet Sunday. Bill will be a compromise between various approaches. Is the Jewish State Bill Necessary or is it Redundant?What is proposed is, in fact, a restatement.Netanyahu: Cabinet will Vote on Jewish State LawDespite Livni's objections, PM Netanyahu reiterates that he intends to bring the Jewish State Law before the Cabinet. How Netanyahu Foiled Livni's 'Dirty Tricks'Loud dispute at Ministerial Law Committee after Livni scuttles the discussion on the National Law. Minister Uri Ariel calls it "sabotage". Jewish Home Declares War on Livni's 'Dirty Tricks'Naftali Bennett says his party will no longer support any bills sponsored by Hatnua after 'dirty' attempt to thwart Jewish State bill. Gal-On: Jewish State Law Harms Israeli ArabsMeretz Chairman claims waves of anti-Semitic incitement and calls for a Palestinian state do not threaten Jewish existence in Israel. PM: 'Israel is the Jewish National Homeland'Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu hails Jewish State Law proposal, says 'balance' between Jewish, democratic values is 'obvious.' Twitter War Breaks Out over 'Jewish State' LawAhead of landmark vote on 'Jewish State Law,' leading right- and left-wing activists - which soon gets personal. Arab MK Asks PA for Help Defeating 'Jewish State'Speaking to Hamas journal, MK calls to turn world opinion against Jewish State Law, warns it would rule that 'Jews have legitimate rights.' Netanyahu Promises Talmud Will Be Israeli LawNetanyahu tells Likud hareidi leader Hebrew calendar will be official calendar of state in new Basic Law, Jewish law basis of legal system. 'It is Impossible to Have a Bi-National State'PM vows to defend 'the right to settle in the Land of Israel' in new Basic Law to make Israel a Jewish nation-state. 'I Hope Justice System Doesn't Have Livni's Face'MK Regev slams Livni for vowing to stop Basic Law defining Israel as Jewish, says Livni 'speaks like left-wing extremist.' Proposed Law to Designate Israel as Jewish StateAfter 65 years, the Knesset will consider a law to officially designation Israel as a Jewish State. Three parties teamed up on the bill. |
