Knesset

Mother of Kidnapped Teen Makes Emotional Address to Knesset

Mother of Gilad Sha'ar begs Israeli government to reconsider scaling back operation; criticizes deal to 'appease' jailed terrorists.

Increasing Jewish Identity a 'Strategic Imperative'

Government officials emphasize the need to reach out to Diaspora Jewry during Government of Israel-World Jewry Joint Initiative conference.

Watch: Summing Up Special Knesset Session with Huckabee

Participants say special Knesset session with former Arkansas governor as a great success.

Former GOP Candidate Mike Huckabee Speaks at the Knesset

Former Republican presidential candidate and 'greatest friend of Israel in US' addresses the Knesset.

Watch: MKs Unite to Pray for Kidnapped Students

Knesset Members from all the parties gathered to pray together for the safe return of the three abducted yeshiva students.

Israel to Rush Force-Feeding Bill Through Knesset

Controversial bill to force-feed hunger strikers to be expedited through the political process, despite internal and external opposition.

Knesset Rejects Civil Marriage Bill

Civil marriage shot down in landslide vote; Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu attends to personally place opposing vote.

'Life Without Parole' Bill Passes Preliminary Knesset Reading

Bill to prevent terrorist releases from becoming the norm passes first major hurdle after series of setbacks.

Toyota Slams Knesset Plan to Allow More Car Imports

A Knesset effort to lower car costs may be thwarted by the manufacturers of the cars themselves, with Toyota the first to protest.

NBN Annual Award Given to Six Anglo Immigrants

Nefesh B'Nefesh hands out Bonei Zion award to immigrants who have helped make Israel a better place.

Arab MK: Treat 'Price Tag Victims' Like Terror Victims

MK Issawi Frij will table a law that would require the state to recognize victims of so-called “price tag” attacks as terror victims.

The Holocaust From Nazi Eyes - Knesset Photo Exhibit

Unique photo exhibit reveals private photos taken by Nazi soldiers, first and only glimpse of many decimated small Jewish towns in Poland.

State Makes Huge Land Declaration in Gush Etzion

The Civil Administration declared a parcel of 980 dunams of land in Gush Etzion as state-owned land, presaging new construction

Leftists, Temple Mount Activists Clash at Knesset Hearing

Fireworks as Knesset Interior Committee's Subcommittee on Temple Mount Issues hears testimony of discrimination.

Foreign Ministry Strike Close to an End

Agreement between employees' union, Finance Ministry very close after intense negotiations in Tel Aviv.

Law Requiring Referendum for Land Concessions Passes

Law does not directly apply to Judea and Samaria, but could impact 'land swap' proposals.

British PM Criticizes PA Incitement, Israeli 'Settlements'

British Prime Minister vows to fight boycotts, kosher slaughter ban; Opposition heckles away.

Lapid: Time for Hareidi Men to Do Their Part

Lapid: Vote on hareidi enlistment is a vote for government power over ‘multi-cultural circus.’

Enlistment Opponents ‘Holding Hareidi Men Back,’ MK Says

Enlistment bill will help the Torah world flourish, MK Shaked declares. She tells hareidi MKs: I expect an apology.

Knesset Collision Course

Stormy Week in Knesset as Controversial Bills Loom

Hareidi enlistment, land concession referendum bill and increased voter threshold all on the table - to opposition's fury.

Unprotected School Buses ‘A Disaster Waiting to Happen’

With rock attacks on the rise, thousands of children are in imminent danger, Jewish leaders warn.

Cameron to Address the Knesset Next Week

British Prime Minister will speak before the Knesset on March 12, in a visit that was scheduled for last month and postponed.

Bill To Raise Knesset Threshold Passes Readings

Second and third readings pass proposals to raise threshold, reduce ministers, change vote of no-confidence.

MK: Legislators Should 'Lead by Example', Forego Salary Raise

For the first time, a public committee discussed the matter of how much Knesset members should be paid.

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.