Likud

Once and for all, Likud primaries canceled

Thanks to Likud court decision, Netanyahu will retain power of the Likud party through to next national elections.

Likud primaries on; Bibi runs against himself

Registered Likud voters will choose on February 23 between blank ballots or those with Binyamin Netanyahu's name printed on them.

Likud primaries canceled?

Registration to run for the chairman of the Likud party has closed, but there is only one candidate - Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Ex-minister's wife weighs challenging Netanyahu for Likud leader

After her husband resigned from politics, Judy Shalom Nir-Mozes asserts she'll take on Bibi in primaries.

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.

Poll: Likud, Zionist Union fall hard

Likud drops from 30 to 25, Zionist Union from 24 to 18, as Yesh Atid and Jewish Home get a boost.

Report: Oren Hazan's 'list of accomplishments' filled with lies

Freshman MK distributes a list of mostly fake accomplishments to party members as part of campaign for Likud leadership.

MK Hazan to challenge Netanyahu for Likud control

Sources close to freshman gaff-prone Likud MK say he is considering challenging PM in primaries.

Likud to choose new Central Committee head today

Likud members to choose Central Committee head. Main candidates are Haim Katz, Dudi Amsalem, Tzachi Hanegbi.

Likud's newest MK sworn into the Knesset

I am 'Jewish, Israeli, Mizrahi, gay, a Likudnik, security-minded, liberal, and believe in a free-market economy,' Amir Ohana tells Knesset.

‘Companies are threatening me because of the Shabbat Law’

MK Miki Zohar submitted the"Shabbat" bill and is convinced of its necessity. ‘We must not give up the Jewish state.’

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.

Ex-Likud minister: I'm not an actor in Netanyahu puppet theater

Gideon Sa'ar hints he will make no play for Likud leadership in upcoming primaries, as Moshe Kahlon calls for the two to join forces.

Netanyahu makes formal push to move up Likud primaries

In letter to Likud member, PM stresses need for 'stability,' urges members to advance primaries and help 'protect Israel.'

Nir Barkat joins Likud, hints at possible MK run

Jerusalem's mayor to continue in his role until the end of the term - and weighing entering national politics.

Report: Gideon Sa'ar to form new party

Former Likudnik - and only real threat to Netanyahu leadership - reportedly turns to moderate-right to re-enter politics.

Silvan Shalom resigns from politics

Sexual harassment allegations drive Interior Minister from the Knesset, citing the burden his family has had to pay amid the scandal.

Netanyahu working to move up Likud primaries

Prime Minister reportedly planning to hold primaries in February, possibly to prevent former minister Sa'ar from challenging him.

Report: Barkat plans to run in Likud Primary

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is apparently ready for 'the next level,' an Army Radio report said. Not everyone is likely to be happy.

Likud MK seeks to restrict access to 'inappropriate' websites

Internet providers will filter access to harmful content unless the subscriber provides proof of age.

Knesset Speaker: Exposing PM's statements is 'disrespectful'

Yuli Edelstein backs up Netanyahu after the latter warns Likud members against leaking recordings of closed meetings to the public.

Furious Netanyahu warns Likud members against leaking recordings

Prime Minister tells Likud faction meeting that someone caught recording closed talks is on fast track to ending his political career.

'A strong Likud Central Committee chair can send Netanyahu home'

Welfare Min. Haim Katz tells Likud ministers he plans to run for chairman; official postulates he'll gain support as he poses no threat.

Likud MKs Squabble Whether to Back or Bash Ya'alon

Rookie MK Haskel calls Hazan's demand to dismiss defense minister in light of lacking terror response 'irresponsible.'

Hebrew University Exam Incited Against Likud, Miri Regev

Minister livid after exam uses her likeness in a morbid example mocking the Likud; legal action to be taken against professor.

Poll: Gideon Sa'ar Only Threat to Netanyahu's Leadership

In a head-to-head race with the Prime Minister, only Gideon Sa'ar poses a real threat, winning just 5% less support.

Meet Likud's Newest MK - Sharren Haskel

MK Sharren Haskel talks political policy and environmental issues in 'introduction' interview with Arutz Sheva.

Knesset Symbolically Approves Gas Framework Deal

Outline for licensing Israel's gas passes Knesset but faces more hurdles as Economy Minister refuses to approve contracts.

Under Pressure: Shaked Backs Out of Attending Likud Toast

Jewish Home activists blast Ayelet Shaked for agreeing to attend Likud faction New Year's toast, forcing her to cancel.

Herzog: Likud Has 'Forgotten What it Means to be Jews'

After Netanyahu asserts Israel too 'small' to absorb refugees, Herzog says former Likud PM Menachem Begin is 'rolling in his grave.'

Revitalized Lapid Sees Himself Replacing Netanyahu

Sensing that he may have a chance as Prime Minister, Yair Lapid said that he didn't see the government surviving the year.

Gideon Sa'ar Hinting Again at Political Return?

Former Likud minister says one day an Israeli prime minister will 'give expression' to education as Jewish state's biggest priority.

Likud Blasts 'Pathetic' Barak Over Anti-Netanyahu Comments

'Netanyahu was doing fine before Barak, and is doing well after him now,' Likud fires, blaming former min. for 'inflated self-importance.'

Report: Jerusalem Mayor Barkat to Seek Likud Leadership

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is reportedly set to make a bid to take the leadership of the Likud and run as Prime Minister.

Elkin Blasts Leftist Attacks on Israel's New UN Ambassador

'A right-winger can be appointed to the UN,' Ze'ev Elkin thunders in response to rampant leftist criticism of Danny Danon's new post.

Who is Sharren Haskel?

Likud's possible newest MK is all over the political spectrum, a close look reveals. Is this the new Likud moderate?

Report: Gideon Sa'ar Planning Return to Politics

Former Likud Minister reportedly tells activists that he's planning to return to politics.

Slomiansky: Likud Voters Need Not Be Surprised At Demolitions

You 'get what you pay for' in politics, said Jewish Home MK Nissan Slomiansky. The Likud has a long record of demolitions and freezes.

MK Hazan Slams Ya'alon for 'Hasty' Beit El Seizure

Likud's Hazan on TV calls on Ya'alon to take back 'naive, rushed' decision and pull forces from Beit El, warning 'someone may get hurt.'

Turmoil in Likud

Pressure Mounts on Netanyahu to Apply 'Norwegian Law'

Likud committee and Netanyahu don't see eye to eye on law which enables ministers to resign from Knesset - paving way for new MKs.

Coalition Crisis Brewing Over 'Creeping Construction Freeze'

Members of the National Union say that they are considering their options if a slow freeze in Judea and Samaria continues.

Likud MK: Netanyahu Never Said He'd Build in Judea-Samaria

Likud faction chairman Tzahi Hanegbi claims party never promised to build in Judea-Samaria, as he defends PM refusal to expand communities.

Yisrael Beytenu MK: We Share Nothing with Leftist Opposition

MK Sharon Gal touts Yisrael Beytenu deal with Likud, says closer cooperation with the coalition expected.

Coalition Chairman Mulls a Liberman Return

While Likud's Tzahi Hanegbi boasts 'we split the opposition,' there's no certainty Yisrael Beytenu will join Netanyahu's latest government.

Jewish Home Enraged by Approval of Shas 'Reforms'

Jewish Home officials slam Likud for stealing Religious-Zionist votes in last election and now doing everything to service haredi parties.

Kotler: My Remarks About 'Herd of Beasts' Were Misunderstood

Actor Oded Kotler says he did not mean to single out the Likud's voters when he spoke about a “marching herd of beasts” at artists' rally.

MK Hazan Accused of Sexual Harassment

After 'pimping' and drug scandal, freshman Likud MK Oren Hazan now accused of sexually harassing former employees at Tel Aviv bar.

Netanyahu: Free Speech Does Not Translate to Public Funding

Condemning Kotler's remarks, PM stresses importance of free speech, while noting not every opinion expressed deserves funding.

MKs Left and Right Blast Kotler Over Criticism of Regev

MKs from right and left criticize actor Oded Kotler, who compared Likud voters to "straw-chewing beasts".

Netanyahu Secures Victory at Likud Central Committee

Likud Central Committee approves Netanyahu's proposal on a change in the primaries system.

Former Likud Minister to Head Holocaust Foundation

After leaving politics in December for fear of losing high spot on Likud list, Limor Livnat takes on new, 'important' role.

Netanyahu Fights for Likud Party Primaries

As 3,700 Likud Central Committee members vote on whether to take back power over Knesset list, PM pushes for current primary system.

MK Hazan Threatens Channel 2 with Legal Action

Likud MK announces legal action against Channel 2 News and its correspondent following a report regarding his exploits in Bulgaria.

MK Denies There Are Factional 'Camps' Within Likud

As Likud sources seek to limit Netanyahu, newly appointed Interior Committee head MK Amsalem denies Likud is a house divided.

MK Oren Hazan Unfazed by Media Skewering

Freshman MK brushes off media portrayal of him as 'inarticulate,' vows to 'work harder' on several initiatives for young adults.

Oren Hazan Wins Big as Likud Rep on Knesset Committees

The Knesset's youngest member has weaseled his way into three major committees and will also serve as Deputy Speaker for two years.

Benny Begin Leaves Government

Minister without portfolio to revert to MK after submitting his resignation.

Associates: MK Hazan Demands Deputy Foreign Minister

According to associates of the freshman Likud MK, Oren Hazan will be demanding rotation of deputy foreign minister with Tzipi Hotovely.

Likud: No One Offered Lapid the Foreign Ministry

Likud again denies that Netanyahu offered the Foreign Ministry to Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid.

Tension in the ruling party

Regev: They're Trying to Blackmail Netanyahu

Likud minister speaks out against moves in her party to limit Netanyahu, says PM wants to expand govt. but will hold firm regardless.