Kulanu

'We need a long term vision for Judea-Samaria'

Kulanu MK Roy Folkman says Israel needs to 'refocus' and look at building in Judea-Samaria as a whole, not just as series of 'hilltops.'

Netanyahu intervenes: Shabbat bill will not be voted on

Following threats from Kulanu party, Prime Minister convinces Zohar to read bill but not to call for a vote.

Kulanu says it will vote down 'Shabbat Law'

MK Roy Folkman publicly announced his party will vote against the Shabbat Law, aimed at protecting small businesses

Kahlon: I won't return to Likud, Sa'ar is welcome to join me

Finance Minister argues his centrist Kulanu party has a clear place on the political map and 'guarantees' he won't run with Likud.

Kahlon denies discussing merge with Likud

Finance Minister denies Kulanu is mulling a merge with the Likud, says the Likud's ideology is different than Kulanu's.

Environment Minister slams gas deal that 'crossed lines'

Defying state attorney, Gabai tells Finance Committee deal is flawed, laments: 'Israel not the same state we used to be.'

New Kosher Law to Shore Up 'Holes' in Supervision

A new law that would significantly restrict the definition of 'kosher' at food establishments was approved for legislation Sunday.

Kosher Food Labels Cooking Up a Coalition Crisis

Fight between Shas and Kulanu could turn into the first major coalition crisis for Binyamin Netanyahu's relatively new government.

Kulanu Blasted over 'Obsequious' Apology to US

Moshe Kahlon is guilty of weakening Israel's ability to stand up for itself on the international scene, Attorney Yoram Sheftel argues.

Kahlon Distances Kulanu from Ex-Envoy's Remarks on Obama

Kulanu leader and Finance Minister pens letter urging US that former ambassador's revelations 'do not represent' the party.

Sources: Netanyahu Ready to Offer Herzog Rotation Deal

Just hours after Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu announced, Likud sources said he was looking for new coalition partners.

Ad Man Sorry for Calling Bibi 'The Devil'

Udi Pridan, who worked for Kulanu, apologizes for post-election tirade about Mizrahi 'inferiority complex.'

Netanyahu, Deri Set to Meet: Deal Imminent?

After deals were closed with UTJ and Kulanu, Shas appears to be next to sign onto Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's new government.

Kulanu: Keep Your Hands Off High Court

Kulanu will not tolerate any attempts to harm the current standing of the High Court, a top party official said.

Deri and Bennett Continue to Feud Over Religion Ministry

With UTJ and Kulanu on board, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu turns his attention to finishing off deals with Shas and Jewish Home.

Tekuma: Judea and Samaria Construction is Our 'Red Line'

If Bibi does not commit to massive building in Judea-Samaria, Jewish Home should not join the government, says MK Ariel's faction.

Coalition Agreement Reached Between Likud and Kulanu

Likud and Kahlon’s party reach agreements in ongoing coalition negotiations. Final agreement expected to be signed Wednesday.

Report: Final Agreement Reached Between Netanyahu, Kahlon

Senior political sources say Kulanu party set to take up senior ministries, including finance and housing, in next government.

Likud Dismisses Kulanu Ad Man's 'Devil' Remarks

Advertising director Udi Pridan called Netanyahu 'Satan'. Likud: he joins Waxman, Garbuz and Kimhi.

Kulanu Veto on Court Reform: Will Jewish Home Fight Back?

Conditions set by Kahlon's party mean that judicial junta will continue to rule from the courtrooms. Will Bennett dig in his heels?

Netanyahu Faces Uphill Battle to Form Coalition

Likud presents two initiatives Kulanu opposes and conflict continues over religious affairs post, leaving Netanyahu with mess on his hands.

'Bibi is the Devil' According to Kulanu's Advertising Director

Udi Pridan launches racially-charged tirade, says 'evil' Bibi should have lost like in 1999 elections, and blames Mizrahim for outcome.

Sealing the deal?

Netanyahu Offers Aryeh Deri Transportation Ministry

PM makes offer apparently meant to work out conflict between Deri and Kahlon, and seal Kulanu coalition deal.

With Shas, UTJ, and Kulanu On Board, How Can PM Finalize Gov't?

Shas, UTJ, and Kulanu all close to a final deal with Likud - leaving Netanyahu with two main options to concretize his fourth government.

Sources: Things Coming Together for Netanyahu Govt. Deal

Prime Minister and Likud head Binyamin Netanyahu met with Kulanu head Moshe Kahlon for some three hours Sunday. An agreement may be near.

Kulanu MK Complains 'Up Front' About Haredi Parties' Spending

The government hasn't been formed yet, but already rival parties are accusing each other of “ruining” their policies.

Kulanu to Approve Coalition Partners' Financial Demands

Likud and Kulanu reach understanding, if not final deal, in which Kulanu will have ultimate approval on all parties' budgetary demands.

Michael Oren: PA in the ICC a 'Strategic Threat' to Israel

The PA plans to use its berth “as a strategic threat against Israel, in the form of international boycotts and sanctions," said Oren.

Likud: If Kulanu Drags its Feet, We Will Sign with Haredim First

'Excessive' demands will prevent Kulanu from being the first party Likud signs a coalition agreement with, official says.

Kahlon Raises 'Price,' Now Demands 3 Ministries

Moshe Kahlon is demanding some of the top government portfolios as his price for joining Binyamin Netanyahu's new government.

Kahlon: Give Us the Tools to Make Changes - Or We Won't be There

Kulanu chairman issues veiled threat to Likud as coalition talks continue.

Kahlon Cancels on Netanyahu

Potential coalition partner Moshe Kahlon canceled a meeting he was supposed to have with the Prime Minister on coalition negotiations.

Coalition coalesces

Moshe Kahlon, Israel's Next Finance Minister

Netanyahu meets Kulanu chairperson and promises him the post he asked for, a day before Rivlin announces the next prime minister.

Kahlon: Don't Listen to the Reporters, Listen to Me

Kulanu chairman denies reports he gave up his demand to head Knesset's Finance Committee in favor of United Torah Judaism.

Herzog Approaches Kahlon for Coalition Coup

Labor's Yitzhak Herzog has not exactly declared defeat, officials confirm - and has approached Kulanu in bid to swing coalition leftward.

Kahlon: None of Us Were Born in the Government

Kulanu leader hints to Netanyahu that he won't automatically join his coalition and will insist on his social platform.

Kahlon Calls for Unity After Elections

After exit polls gave him 9 to 10 seats, Kulanu leader calls for unity in order to help the weaker sectors.

'We Are Here to Fight for the State of Israel'

Centrist politicians Lapid and Kahlon come out to vote Tuesday, with Lapid focusing on Israel's future and Kahlon on his political past.

Likud Admits Misconduct in Kahlon Recording

Likud admits it faked a tape of Moshe Kahlon showing support for Netanyahu, may be open to criminal investigation from Elections Committee.

MK Chetboun: A Vote for Kahlon is a Vote for Oslo 3

MK Yoni Chetboun said that he was 'puzzled' by voters who claim to be on the right, but plan to vote for Moshe Kahlon's Kulanu list.

Days Before the Vote, Kahlon Attacks Bennett Over Housing Prices

Kahlon claims Bennett isn't a 'real' nationalist, criticizes him over 'lack of action' on housing crisis.

A 'Centrist' Prime Minister? Probably Not in 2015

Expert says left-right dichotomy in Israel is exaggerated, but there is not enough of a 'gravity center' to form a centrist bloc.

Yesh Atid Attacks: Kahlon Did Nothing as Welfare Minister

Battle for center continues as Yesh Atid and Kulanu candidates attack each other's chairmen for doing 'nothing' in ministerial posts.

Likud Officials: Kahlon Could Choose Herzog

Moshe Kahlon says he will join any government in which he is finance minister, but Likud officials fear this may mean a Herzog government.

Kahlon: We Don't Have an Agreement with Anyone

Kulanu party chairman declares he will not consider which party has more seats when choosing who to recommend as PM.

Poll Gives Labor 3 Mandate Edge; Yesh Atid, Kulanu Back Herzog

Labor 24, Likud 21 as Yesh Atid surges to 14. Majority of Yesh Atid and Kulanu voters want Herzog as prime minitser.

Kahlon Surprisingly Liberal on Non-Economic Issues

Kulanu party chairman aligns with Yesh Atid, in the end, on public transport on Shabbat, civil marriage, and the haredi draft.

Katz to Kahlon: I Knew Menachem Begin, and You're No Begin

In a new video, Moshe Kahlon evokes the spirit of legendary Likud leader Menachem Begin - in vain, says Minister Yisrael Katz.

Kulanu Candidate: Teachers, Students Pay the Price for Piron

Kulanu candidtae Dr. Yifat Sasha-Biton slams Shai Piron's handling of the Education Ministry, claims he's all talk and no reform.

'Lapid Provided Zero Solutions, Only Newspaper Headlines'

Kulanu head Moshe Kahlon attacks Yair Lapid for housing crisis, calls his tenure as Finance Minister 'risky gamble we're all paying for.'

Kulanu: Lapid is Responsible for the Housing Crisis

Battle of the 'centrists': Lapid blames PM for crisis, thwarting Yesh Atid's attempts to fix it. Kulanu: Lapid isn't taking responsibility.

Galant: I Could Have Defeated Hamas In Half the Time

Top-ranking Kulanu candidate Yoav Galant accuses Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon, Netanyahu of 'neglecting' Israel's security.

Kahlon Refuses to Meet with Herzog or Netanyahu

Kulanu Chairman Moshe Kahlon has refused to meet with either Likud or Labor's as elections approach and competition intensifies.

Likud Emerges as Clear Front-Runner in New Poll

A new poll shows that recent trends indicating a strengthening of the Likud and a weakening of Jewish Home are continuing.

Kirschenbaum Exposes Plot to Unseat Netanyahu

Former Deputy Interior Minister claims Yisrael Beytenu, Yesh Atid and Kulanu planned to form a united bloc against Netanyahu.

Kahlon: 'Israel's Problems Aren't Solved in Congress or Munich'

Kulanu chairman pushes social, financial agenda over all other issues - even Iran - in latest campaign speech.

Polls: Public Support for 'Center' Parties Falling

Public support waning for Kahlon, Liberman, polls reveal; jury out on whether Likud or Labor will be top.

Elections 2015: Students Get to Meet 'Selected' Party Chiefs

Chosen parties include Kulanu, despite no current MKs, and Meretz (6 MKs) – while United Torah Judaism, with 7 MKs, not invited.

Poll: Most Israelis Trust Kahlon with Financial Issues

More Israelis prefer Kahlon as Finance Minister, responsible for housing crisis solutions over Lapid, Netanyahu, or Bennett.

Top Kulanu Candidate: Settlements an 'Error'

#2 candidate on Kulanu list advocates evicting Judea-Samaria residents who live outside major settlement blocs, for 'Zionist' reasons.