 Likud MK: Ya'alon plans to establish Kadima 2Oren Hazan says sources close to Defense Minister reveal he is on his way to forming a breakaway leftist party. Mofaz: Biggest Mistake Was Joining NetanyahuShaul Mofaz regrets joining Netanyahu's coalition in 2012, says "it was all a bluff". Mofaz Resigns from Politics"I am not an outstanding politician," admits Kadima chairman as he announces that he is stepping down from politics. Former Kadima MK Hasson May Join Labor-HatnuaYoel Hasson, a former Kadima MK, who has followed steadily behind Livni since Likud, may become #16 on Labor-Hatnua's Knesset list. End of the Road: Mofaz won't be Joining LaborKadima party leader turns down reserved spot on Labor party list, effectively marking the end of his political career. Moshe Kahlon's Appointments Align Him with KadimaLeft-wing bent of Kahlon's new party increasingly apparent; ex-police chief who also approached Kadima en-route to join party. Herzog-Livni-Mofaz Joint List in the WorksReport reveals negotiations are being held to form joint leftist bloc, with Labor sources saying it has a '60% chance' of success. Kadima Head Slams PM for 'Eroding Deterrence'Shaul Mofaz, former IDF Chief of Staff and Defense Minister, says Netanyahu's policy led to abduction, rockets; 'no country would allow it.' Netanyahu Admits He Lost Control of LikudSources close to Netanyahu reveal he acknowledged ignoring Likud over last two years, pledged to reconnect and 'fix the mistakes.' Caught on Tape: Even Netanyahu Opposed Netanyahu1999 recording of Netanyahu interview reveals PM called idea of Jews living under PA 'absurd,' and 'another way of eliminating them.' Poll: Netanyahu Breakaway from Likud is ViableScenario poll shows if Bibi broke off from Likud and opted for elections on a 'peace' deal platform, his new party would be the largest. Likud Gains 2 Seats, Jewish Home Drops in New PollThe Likud- Beytenu would receive 33 seats if elections were held today, followed by Labor with 16, according to new poll. Netanyahu: Freeing Terrorists Strengthens TerrorJust five years ago, Netanyahu declared that releasing prisoners “reflects weakness and a loss of direction.” Solodkin Praised for ‘Good Works, Social Justice’Praises for the work accomplished by former MK Marina Solodkin, who died while attending a conference in Latvia on Saturday, are pouring in. Bennett, Lapid Deny Giving Netanyahu an UltimatumBennett and Lapid deny media reports that they plan to demand the Foreign and Finance Ministries or stay away from the coalition. Report: Mofaz Demanded to be Defense MinisterMofaz reportedly joined the pact between Bayit Yehudi and Yesh Atid because his demand to be Defense Minister was rejected. Two-Seat Kadima May Follow Livni Into CoalitionKadima may be the next faction to join Netanyahu's embryonic coalition after Tzipi Livni's party did so on Tuesday.Mofaz Touts Near Crash as New OpportunityAfter achieving two seats, Kadima chairman hints he will join Netanyahu's new coalition. New Coalition Could Take A ‘Step to the Right’Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu could form a coalition that is more right-wing than centrist, if he so chooses - but it requires work. Kadima Not Out Yet, May Pass ThresholdKadima, the largest party in the 18th Knesset, may have passed the electoral threshold and will have two seats in the 19th Knesset. Poll Shows Kadima isn't Dead YetKnesset Channel poll gives Disengagement party 3 seats in next Knesset. Political Parties Ask Peres: Work to Free PollardTen of Israel's parties from across the political spectrum have united in a call to President Peres to work for Pollard's release. Kadima Game: 'Grab the Money' from HareidimKadima continues its campaign comparing hareidi learners to IDF soldiers, with game urging users to "grab the money." Olmert Attacks Livni Over 'Crushing Loss'After previously considering running with Tzipi Livni, former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is now attacking his former Kadima colleague. Committee Okays Kadima Ad: Not RacistThe Election Committee ruled that Kadima's ad campaign "is in the context of legitimate public discourse and is not incitement." Hareidi MK: Kadima Incitement Could End in MurderHareidi MK worries that a new Kadima party slogan comparing soldiers, Torah scholars will end in violence. More Kadima MKs to be 'Unemployed'The parade of Knesset members and government officials who have decided to leave politics continued, as the party announced its list Dying Kadima Party to Finish Selecting ListMKs Bar-On, Plesner, Hasson and Itzik expected to follow Mofaz on Kadima list, though Bar-On may retire from politics. Kadima MK: Livni is Immoral, Steals MKsMK Ronit Tirosh (Kadima) says her party's former chairwoman "steals MKs in broad daylight" and "lost her values". Knesset House Committee Approves Kadima SplitSeven MKs from Kadima will split and join Tzipi Livni, taking their funding with them. Former IDF General Elazar Stern Set to Join LivniTzipi Livni's new party gained 9 new members Sunday -- including former IDF Chief Education Officer Elazar Stern Olmert to Select Kadima's Knesset ListFormer Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is not going anywhere and will be be part of the committee that will select Kadima’s Knesset list. Poll Shows Livni’s Party a Gift for NetanyahuTzipi Livni has unwittingly carried out a “divide and lose” strategy that allows Netanyahu to easily conquer the left, a new poll shows.Seven MKs to Leave Kadima, Join LivniSeven MKs join Livni’s new party despite leftist anger, accusations of “ego politics.” Analysis: Barak Exits the Left’s House of CardsEhud Barak is not stupid. He sees the handwriting on the wall and it reads “nationalist.” The left’s house of cards is collapsing. Activists Fed Up with Left, ‘Enough with the Ego’“Suckers’ tent” activists fed up with politicians on the Left. “Give up your egos, not the country,” they call.Mofaz: Expect Political Map to ChangeOpposition head hints at center-left union. New Kadima Campaign Focuses on Netanyahu-ObamaKadima launches second part of its election campaign, says "Bibi is getting us in trouble. Also with the U.S."Mofaz: U.S. Should Have Major Role in NegotiationsIn a letter to Obama, MK Mofaz expresses thanks for special relationship and looks for support in future affairs Abbas's Comments 'Another Manipulation'Vice Prime Minister Moshe Ya’alon to Arutz Sheva: We've called Abbas to the negotiating table for four years and he has refused. Mofaz: Netanyahu Preparing 'Nuclear Spring'Kadima chairman says Prime Minister has messianic Iran obsession, wants to embroil Israel in war. Kadima Activist: Party 'Irrelevant,' Falling ApartOne of Kadima’s most vocal activists has quit, saying he has lost faith in the party and believes it is increasingly irrelevant. MK Steps Down, ‘No Way to Influence in Knesset’Major player in Kadima steps down, complains that Knesset isn’t the place to go to have an influence. Olmert Criticizes Netanyahu's Government"My government acted, unlike this one," says former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in Tel Aviv.Mofaz: There's Much Better than NetanyahuKadima chairman Shaul Mofaz says replacing the Netanyahu government is "a national mission".Mofaz Seeks to Stop Levy Report AdoptionKadima chairman Shaul Mofaz asks the Attorney General to order Netanyahu not to bring Levy Report for government approval. Party of Disengagement is Near DeathPoll shows party founded by Ariel Sharon to carry out the 2005 retreat from Gaza may not make it into next Knesset. Kadima Cancels Its PrimariesThe party, expected to lose 3/4 of its strength, decided to have a committee appoint its Knesset list. Kadima MKs Meet in Ramallah with Abbas, RaboA group of Israeli lawmakers traveled to the Palestinian Authority capital of Ramallah Sunday to meet with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas. Report: Olmert, Livni Likely Won't RunFormer Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Kadima chairwoman Tzipi Livni will likely choose not to run in the upcoming elections. Elections: Netanyahu Outfoxes EveryoneNetanyahu checkmated every other political party and is likely to remain Prime Minister and even a stronger one after the elections. Netanyahu: DM Trying to Spark Conflict with U.S.Israeli PM Netanyahu worried that Barak is doing more harm than good, sparking conflict with the U.S. Netanyahu Likely to Demand Early ElectionsPolitical sources increasingly believe that PM Netanyahu will call for early elections within the next two weeks Dichter is an Organ Transplant From Kadima CorpseAnalysis:Despite deserved loathing for Kadima among Arutz Sheva readership, the pickup of Avi Dichter has a lot to recommend it. Dichter to Resign from Knesset, Replace VilnaiIn a surprise late night move, MK Avi Dichter (Kadima) agrees to resign from the Knesset and then be appointed Home Front Defense Minister. Disgruntled Kadima-ites Discuss Return to LikudTzachi Hanegbi of Kadima has decided to return to Likud, and to bring party members with him. Kadima furious. Kadima: Go Serve, Draft Dodger Netanyahu!Kadima has resorted to scorched-earth politicking and personal attacks as it leaves the coalition amid a feud on universal military service |
