Knesset

Edelstein: Draft Causing a Rift Among Israelis

MK Yuli Edelstein expressed fears that the draft bill requiring hareidi students to serve in the IDF may cause a major rift among Israelis.

Jordan Threatens to Revoke Peace Treaty Over Temple Mount

Move follows majority of Jordanian MPs vote to expel Israel's ambassador as 'retaliation' for Knesset discussing religious freedom on Mount.

Making History?

Knesset Temple Mount Debate Tackles Jewish Prayer Rights

Historic debate calls on government to give Jews equal prayer rights at holiest site in Judaism, and to implement Israeli sovereignty.

Law for Women Trying to Conceive Passes Second, Third Readings

Women who are struggling to have children cannot be fired from work while undergoing treatment, even if they switch jobs.

Thousands Protest Knesset Symbol Change

At least 13,000 people have signed a petition against plans by Yuli Edelstein to change the design of the symbol of the Knesset.

Netanyahu: Schulz Didn't Bother to Check the Facts

PM says willingness of EU Parliament President to unquestioningly cite figures provided by the PA illustrates European 'selective hearing'.

Meretz MK Defends 'Anti-Israel' Comments by EU Parliament Head

MK Nitzan Horowitz springs to Martin Schulz's defense, says if anything EU President was 'too polite' in criticizing Israel.

Bennett Demands Apology from EU Parliament President over 'Lies'

Jewish Home head slams 'lies' uttered by EU parliament head Martin Schulz from Knesset podium, says he expects an apology.

Christian IDF Recruits Say Arab MK Acting 'Like a Mafia Member'

Forum for Christian IDF Soldiers files complaint against MK Hanin Zoabi, after threats against their representative in Knesset.

MK Stern: We Hope Hareidim Will Live Up to Their Obligations

MK Elazar Stern says discussions about 'sanctions' by MKs dealing with drafting hareidi youth are unnecessary.

Zionist, Hareidi Yeshivas Join Forces to Fight Funding Cuts

Associations for Yeshivas across the religious spectrum join to petition High Court to cancel funding cuts for Torah study.

Knesset Committee Approves 2014 Defense Budget

Defense budget for 2014 approved, including an increase of 750 million shekels to improve the IDF’s preparedness.

Poll Reversal: Likud Beytenu Up, Jewish Home Down

Likud Beytenu up to 36, Jewish Home drops to 11 according to poll; conflicts with findings of a poll earlier in the week.

'Where was the US During the Holocaust?'

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett, Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon react to seeing Auschwitz for the first time.

'My Family Were Burned in Auschwitz – Now It’s Time for Kaddish'

MK Eliezer Moses to make first visit to Holocaust death camp where 70 of his relatives died.

Wife of Knesset Speaker Edelstein Passes Away

Tatiana Edelstein, aliyah activist, Hebrew teacher and engineer, passes away at 63 from serious illness.

Levin Warns Coalition In Danger of Break-Up

Coalition chair announces coalition likely to be replaced soon, comes as Likud MKs plan to 'rebel' against concessions.

PM Harper: Canada Supports Israel 'Through Fire and Water'

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper becomes the first Canadian leader to address Knesset, during his first visit to Israel.

Canadian Prime Minister to Arrive in Israel Sunday

Canadian PM Stephen Harper and his wife to arrive for 4 day visit with 200-strong delegation; Harper to address Knesset Monday.

First Knesset Tu Bishvat Seder Led By Tzohar

Tzohar Rabbinical Organization holds first of its kind seder on 'birthday of the trees,' event hosted by Knesset Speaker Edelstein.

Bennett on Sharon: 'Talk Disengagement Another Day'

Jewish Home Chairman praises Sharon's military career, asks to skip over Gush Katif destruction for now. Knesset prepares memorial.

Labor MK Slams Bennett as Knesset Rejects 'Two State Law'

Knesset votes down MK Hilik Bar's bill to prevent annexation of Judea and Samaria. Bar to Bennett: Stop terrorizing the public!

Infiltrators Surround Knesset, Thousands In Protest

Illegal immigrants gather in the thousands outside Israel's seat of government, leftist MKs ask to let their representatives in.

Most Active Nationalist MKs: Yariv Levin and Orit Struk

Watchdog NGO releases 2013 scores for most active legislators from nationalist camp.

Canadian PM to Speak at the Knesset

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper will speak at the Knesset during his upcoming visit to Israel.

For the First Time: Arab MKs Join Calls for Pollard's Release

One hundred Members of Knesset demand release of Jonathan Pollard following US spying allegations.

MK Tells Fellow Feminists: Equality Costs

Dep. Min. Gila Gamliel was shocked to find feminist MKs oppose equality when it comes to custody in divorce.

Edelstein Nixes Knesset Christmas Tree

Edelstein nixes Christian Arab MK’s request for an official Christmas tree in Knesset entrance.

MK Slams Gov't 'Failure' Over Snowstorm

At Knesset hearing evaluating government aid during the storm, MK Moti Yogev rips into decentralization of rescue efforts by the state.

Shaked to Haifa University: Where is Freedom of Expression?

MK Ayelet Shaked appeals to the board of Haifa U. over decision to reject the degree of Professor Aumann due to his political views.

Knesset to Vote on Sexual Preference Discrimination Bill

Ministerial Committee approved for a Knesset vote a law that would prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender, sexual preference

MKs Scramble for Explanations in Storm's Wake

Committee to meet in upcoming days to discuss system failures during the storm, including nationwide power outage.

Knesset Passes New Infiltrators Law

After heated debate, Knesset passes law which allows illegal migrants to be jailed for up to 12 months. Leftists MKs: This is a disgrace.

Anti-Monopoly Law Passed by the Knesset

The Knesset on Monday night approved law that will require the breakup of monopolies and oligopolies, profoundly changing the economy.

Feiglin: Medical Marijuana Law Harms Patients

MK sends out letter to ministers condemning medical marijuana amendments, insisting they will 'invite corruption.'

Norwegian Christians Apologize for Anti-Semitism, Oslo Accords

Delegation of Norwegian Christians apologizes in Knesset over Holocaust, Oslo Accords, boycott of Israel.

Jewish Home Retracts Gay Benefits Veto

Bill giving equal tax benefits to gay parents will have preliminary vote Wednesday after Jewish Home removes veto.

Bill to Expunge Soldiers' Juvenile Records Passes Preliminaries

Approved in preliminary hearing: bill to wipe clean soldiers' juvenile records, allow vets to be armed while serving in security positions.

Knesset Committee: Mandatory AIDS Testing For Pregnant Women

Israel AIDS Task Force tests all Knesset MKs in push to mandate HIV screenings

MK: 'Rabbis For Human Rights' Distributes Anti-Semitic Material

Jewish Home MK Zevulun Kalfa requests that group's freedom of speech be revoked on grounds of anti-Semitism.

Knesset Joins Youth in Thanking Injured Soldiers

Bnei Akiva, MKs hope to make thanking injured soldiers an annual event.

Video: MKs 'Sing' in Sign Language in Solidarity with Deaf

Ahead of Tuesday meetings in Knesset addressing solutions for Israel's deaf population, MKs film video of them 'singing' in sign language.

Avigdor Liberman Reinstated as Foreign Minister in Knesset Vote

Liberman takes oath of office after 62-17 vote for reinstatement; returns after year fighting corruption charges. Leftist MKs up in arms.

Hollande to Speak at the Knesset, After All

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein expressed satisfaction at the decision of French President Francoise Hollande to speak before the Knesset.

'Conversion Bill' to be Discussed in Knesset Today

Controversial bill proposes the decentralization of the conversion process, allowance of local municipal Rabbinates to perform conversions

Sabbath Initiative Comes to Knesset

Jewish Home MK to host civil marriage campaigner from Yesh Atid, MK Lavie to host Meretz head, as secular-religious Sabbath comes to Knesset

Livni: Shocked That Ministers Would Prevent Talks on Jerusalem

Justice Minister Tzippy Livni spoke out against a law that would require any withdrawals from land within Jerusalem to be approved by 80 MKs

Law Would Require 80 MKs for Jerusalem Withdrawals

The government approved a law requiring any withdrawals from land within the city limits of Jerusalem to be approved by 80 MKs

Yechimovich: We Survived Pharaoh, We'll Survive Iran

In her opening speech at the Knesset's winter session, Labor Party head Shelly Yechimovich attacked Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu Reiterates: PA Must Recognize Israel as a Jewish State

After a long break, the Knesset went back to work Monday for its winter session, and PM Netanyahu set the tone for the session

Graphics Students Compete to Create Knesset Logo

Knesset looks to Israeli students for ideas for new ‘graphics language.’

Knesset Discusses Use of Taser Guns

Israel's police chief is seeking the opinion of lawmakers after he temporarily banned the weapon following misuse by officers.

MKs Push for ‘Meatless Monday’ in Knesset

MK from Yesh Atid joins media personality in promoting pro-vegetarian agenda in Knesset.

Herzog Enters Race for Labor Leadership

MKs Cabel and Margalit announced their support for the candidacy of Yitzhak Herzog for leadership of the party.

Hareidi Party Allies with Meretz: ‘We’re Not Right-Wing’

Response to Bennett-Lapid? Hareidi party forms strong ties with the secularist, left-wing Meretz faction.

MK Struk Calls for an End to 'Administrative Orders'

Following police brutality allegations, MK urges end to British Mandate-era practice of imprisoning or distancing suspects without charge.

Knesset Guards Seize Pellet Gun at Building's Entrance

Guard stopped an individual who attempted to enter the Knesset while carrying illegal weapon.

Hareidi MK Speaks Arabic, Tibi Answers in Yiddish

Amusement in Knesset as hareidi MK addresses Arab MKs in Arabic, Arab MK responds in Yiddish.

Referendum Bill Passes First Reading in Knesset

The Knesset approved the first reading of the bill that will require a referendum before any peace agreement can be authorized.

‘Governance Bill’ Passes after Heated Debate

Vote follows passionate debate. MK charges, ‘This isn't a law to strengthen governance - it's a law to strengthen racism.'