Knesset

‘Bishara Law’ Passes First Reading

Knesset approves first reading of a bill that would stop payment of salary to MKs who are suspected of serious crimes.

MK Shamalov-Berkovich: Family Values Yes, 'Peace Obsession' No

Kadima MK Yulia Shamalov-Berkovich isn't a fan of “trendy” groups like the New Israel Fund, or trendy movements like feminism.

Likud and Kadima in Tug-of-War over Knesset Committees

After MK HaNegbi's suspension, Kadima wants to ditch Foreign Relations and Defense C'tee in favor of Finance. Likud says no.

Bad News for Obama? Voter Poll Shows Nationalist Camp Growing

Nationalist and religious camp, including hareidi parties, would grow from 65 to 73 Knesset seats, while the Left would shrink from 55 to 47.

Government to Debate Loyalty Pledge: PM Approves

Proposed amendment to Citizenship Law would require all aspiring citizens to pledge allegiance to a Jewish state.

Knesset Votes 27:0 to Limit Foreign Ownership of Land

The sale of land to foreigners will require ministerial approval, according to a law supported by Left and Right.

Knesset Members, Citizens Run for Cover in Massive Drill

Knesset Members and citizens throughout Israel ran for bomb shelters on Wednesday as part of a huge national drill to prepare for hostile missiles.

Haggadah By Zionist Hero Presented in Knesset

The second edition of a Passover Haggadah by pre-state Lehi militia leader Yisrael Eldad was warmly received by Knesset Members.

Mike Huckabee Praises Israel, Urges US to Refocus on Iran

Governor Mike Huckabee was honored in the Knesset and told the audience, "The world should say 'Thank you, Israel'!"

Israeli Youths Speak their Minds in Knesset

The Knesset hosted a group of Israeli teenagers in the plenum after Tu B'Shvat, letting them speak from the rostrum for the first time in history.

Leftist Knesset Members Angered by Rabbi's Pro-Life Letter

The Knesset Committee for the Advancement of Women addressed a letter from the Chief Rabbinate's office asking rabbis to help decrease abortions.

Jordanian Lawyers Seek Arrest of Two Knesset Legislators

First it was Europe. Now it is Jordan, where lawyers want an arrest warrant of two Knesset MK for their calling Jordan a “Palestinian” state.

Knesset ‘Downgrades’ Barak, Charges him for 1st Class Upgrade

The Knesset orders Defense Minister Barak to pay for upgrading airline seats for him and his wife to first-class. He says he acted “in good faith."

‘Boycott Britain,’ Suggests Kadima MK

Kadima MK Tirosh suggests a boycott of goods from Britain, which has urged Judea and Samaria foods to be labeled “Israeli settlement produce."

Barakeh Indictment Filed in Tel Aviv Court

Israeli-Arab MK Mohammed Barakeh was indicted Wednesday in the Tel Aviv District Court on four charges. He could face up to five years in jail.

Christian Allies to Be Honored in Jerusalem

A Hungarian pastor whose newspaper helped change attitudes towards Israel during the war in Gaza will be honored by the Knesset Christian Caucus.

MKs Trade Verbal Punches: Fifth Columnist vs. Miserable Wretch

“You are a fifth columnist,” National Union Knesset Member Uri Ariel accused Arab MK Taleb El-Sana, who replied, "You are a miserable wretch.”

Knesset Panel Okays Bill Aimed at Pro-Arab Court Ruling

A Knesset committee has approved a bill that would circumvent a High Court ruling nine years ago and allow small Jewish towns to bar Arabs.

First Reading Passes for Double Maternity Leave

A new bill would legally extend maternity leave from the current three months to six months.

Knesset Members Disabled For a Day

For the first time in the Knesset, many Knesset Members experienced first-hand the hardships of accessibility for disabled persons.

Bill To Protect Taxi Drivers Adds Partitions, Panic Buttons

Knesset member Majalli Wahabi (Kadima) submit a proposal Monday to establish a requirement to protect taxi drivers after recent murders.

Knesset Members to Get Bible Lessons

Jewish studies experts from Hebrew Univesity will give courses to Israeli parliamentarians on the Jewish Bible.

Hesder Rabbi Fights Calls to Close Yeshivas over Refusal Issue

Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee grills hesder yeshivas representative over rabbis' alleged encouragement of conscientious objection in IDF.

Proposed Bill: Soldiers Won’t be Used to Evict Jews

In a bid for national unity, MKs Eldad and Hotobeli propose a bill banning use of soldiers in expulsions. Six soldiers were jailed this month.

Poll: Religious and Secular Right Continue to Gain Support

Survey shows that support for the religious and secular Right continues to grow, and now stands at 72 of 120 Knesset seats.

Is US Envoy Mitchell Interfering in Knesset Policy?

MK Ben-Ari says U.S. envoy Mitchell intervened in internal Knesset affairs over a planned speech in memory of Rabbi Kahane.

Knesset Ignores Kahane; MK's Memorial Speech Pulled

The Knesset has pulled a speech by MK Ben-Ari in honor of slain former MK Rabbi Meir Kahane. A hearing was postponed due to low attendance.

Knesset Law Keeps Consumer Purchases 'Kosher'

A new Knesset law dealing with the consumer's right to cancel phone transactions is now "kosher," thanks to the intervention of a Knesset member

MKs ‘Singing for the Rain’

Knesset Members are singing for rain. They cannot pass a law that rain will fall, but they will meet Tuesday to pray for much-needed precipitation.

Labor Blocks Bill Defining Jerusalem ‘Capital of Jewish People’

A Jewish Home MK proposed a bill declaring Jerusalem the capital of Israel and the Jewish People. Labor forced him to withdraw the proposal.

Referendum Law Vote Canceled Due to Last-Minute Appeal

The vote on a bill that would force a referendum before withdrawal from Israeli land is canceled due to a Likud minister's last-minute appeal.

IDF Snubs Knesset Committee on Homesh Evictions

The Defense Ministry refused to send commanders to a Knesset committee meeting regarding the expulsion of Jews from Homesh.

Israeli Youth Support IDF

In response to a letter criticizing the IDF, youth turned out to show their support for Israel's army.

Knesset Winter Session Begins Monday Afternoon

The Second Session of the 18th Knesset – expected to be stormy – begins Monday afternoon with speeches by Peres and Netanyahu.

Opposition Slams Land Bill, Jewish Home Torn

Opposition MKs derided those who voted for the Land Bill on Monday, accusing them of trading land for political power.

As Tisha B'Av Approaches, Knesset Focuses on the Temple Mount

As the day of mourning for the Temple approaches, MKs meet to discuss the Temple Mount in the Jewish faith.

Flight Delayed or Cancelled? Get Compensated

Passengers on delayed or cancelled flights in or out of Israel will get compensated, according to a bill moving through the Knesset.