News for Smotrich Deri and Smotrich make pact against BennettThe party leaders have agreed not to join a government led by Yamina. Likud MK: We should embrace United Arab ListMK Kara pushes back on right-wing criticism of Likud overtures to Arab party. Smotrich: There will be no gov't with support from Ra'am"A right-wing government will not be formed based on Ra'am. Period." Religious Zionist chair rules out gov't supported by Arab Ra'am party. Netanyahu's promises on Judea and Samaria - should we believe them again?Examining Netanyahu's track record shows that only parties pulling him to the right can compel him to keep those promises this time. Op-ed. Vote TorahIn the remaining hours before the election, look closely at the candidates.Vote for those who speak words of Torah. Op-ed. Smotrich: Dismantle the Civil Administration in Judea and Samaria'Israelis living in Judea and Samaria are treated like second-class citizens,' says Religious Zionist Party head. Smotrich explains plan for GalileeReligious Zionism has plans that can be realized in less than a single term of government. Smotrich: 'I am happy with my running partners'Religious Zionism leader Bezalel Smotrich thinks that he has made the right choice of political alliances. MK Betzalel Smotrich to Prof Asa Kasher: If you don't retract false post, we meet in courtMK Smotrich responds in scathing post to accusations against him and his party by Prof. Asa Kasher. Religious Zionism party unveils young settlement programReligious Zionism to demand regulating young communities, closing Civil Administration. Smotrich: 'Judea/Samaria residents aren't 2nd class' Appoint coordinator, control Population Authority: Smotrich plan to expel infiltratorsReligious Zionist Party: 'We'll demand concrete steps as condition of entering government before situation becomes irreversible.' Haredi media again praise SmotrichHaredi media: 'Smotrich proves that when it comes to accessibility and efficiency for the ordinary citizen - he has no substitute.' Smotrich studies with Rabbi Druckman and Rabbi WaldmanReligious Zionism leader sat down with two iconic figures to study the works of Rav Kook. Smotrich: I don't trust NetanyahuReligious Zionist Party chairman talks about the partners he did and did not choose for the elections. South Tel Aviv activists endorse Religious Zionist PartyActivists against illegal immigration to Tel Aviv say that the only choice for them is the Religious Zionist Party of Bezalel Smotrich. Likud proposal to Jewish Home chairwoman Hagit MosheArutz Sheva has learned Likud proposed to Jewish Home to include in list candidates in 28th and 36th places to allow merger with Smotrich. Poll: Smotrich and Ben Gvir take five Knesset seatsJoint running agreement lets the two parties pass electoral threshold. Yamina wins 11 seats. Poll: Likud weakens, Sa'ar stable, Smotrich doesn't passNetanyahu bloc, along with Yamina, receives only 54 seats according to poll. Union of Smotrich, Hagit Moshe, Ben Gvir would receive 6 seats. Ben-Gvir's ultimatum to SmotrichOtzma leader gives Smotrich 24 hours to pursue alliance. Amit Segal: 'Smotrich convinced Netanyahu to leave Ben-Gvir out'In an interview on Channel 12 News, journalist & political analyst Amit Segal says Smotrich doesn't see added value of joint run with Otzma. Feiglin angry with Smotrich: I'd like to rain on their parade'Maybe I should just run with Ben-Gvir, The Shadow, and an 'uncultured' haredi just to stick it to all these pompous religious Zionists.' Smotrich: "Bennett has foresaken right-wing government"Religious Zionist Party chief marks end to partnership with Yamina, warns that Bennett could ally himself with Lapid, back settlement freeze 'Religious Zionist parties' failure to unite turns off younger voters'Former Deputy Min, Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan, says before joining up with New Right, Jewish Home, Nat'l Union need to unite. 'We respect Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef but don't need his approval'Chief Rabbi had stated: "Main requirement of city rabbi is that he is expert in Jewish law, not an IDF officer or hesder yeshiva graduate." Journalist Amit Segal: 'Smotrich seriously thinking about running alone'National Union Chair did not express support for Bennett's decision to run for PM, even criticizing interview on Shabbat-violating program. Smotrich: No connection between Netanyahu and the RightSmotrich estimates there will be no election because Gantz will fold, and not lend hand to dispersing Knesset.Smotrich: 'If Biden wins we should apply sovereignty before he takes over'Yamina MK Betzalel Smotrich says Israel should lose no time in applying sovereignty over Judea, Samaria and Jordan Valley if Trump loses. 'Shall we then go with Yair Lapid? Are you mad?'Smotrich on Lapid no-confidence vote supported by his party members: 'Meretz also voted for our no-confidence motion, where Bennett is PM.' 'If Netanyahu doesn't fire Mandelblit, he deserves incapacity''Anyone who thus belittles the 1.5 million voters who elected him, allows AG to humiliate, trample him is simply not worthy of their trust.' Ha'aretz journalist: 'MK Bezalel Smotrich more of an enemy than Lebanon'Ha'aretz journalist attacked MK Smotrich, 'How's he better than Christians who stood by as Jews suffered in Europe?' Turbulent confrontation as Yamina MK delegation visits Bedouin outpost for fact-findingWatch: Yamina delegation arrives to observe illegal Bedouin settlement Likiya. Former MK Taleb a-Sana attacks MK Smotrich who pushes back. Smotrich: Netanyahu only wants to reform judiciary now that he's on the receiving end...MK Smotrich is promoting "French Law" that would protect serving prime ministers from being questioned on minor charges. The Yamina-Likud fiasco: A chance to rebuildSorry to disappoint Netanyahu's men, but dedicated public servants like Bennett, Shaked, and Smotrich won't be fading away so easily. Op-edBezalel Smotrich: Sovereignty critical even if it means fourth electionsTransportation Min. Smotrich says there's a limited window of opportunity that must not be missed. Where exactly does Yamina stand on Judaism issues?Take a look at the facts before accusing the religious Zionist parties of ignoring Judaism. Smotrich claims to have incriminating information about UTJ's cooperation with Arab ListFollowing accusations of Smotrich allowing WOW to set up tefilin stand, Yamina threatened to implicate UTJ of cooperation with Arab MKs El Al CEO: 'Painful decisions' may be requiredCEO of El Al says airline faces 'trying times' due to coronavirus outbreak. Transportation Minister Smotrich calls on state to help. Netanyahu threatens to fire Bennett and SmotrichPM conveys to Bennett he will not continue in office if he runs without Ben Gvir. Netanyahu's people say it was prediction, not threat. 86% support Bennett-Smotrich, 7% for Ben-Gvir-Rabbi PeretzDirect Poll Institute looks into who Yamina voters support; 86% choose New Right-National Union list. Rabbi Peretz faces heavy pressure to join unified listBennett, Shaked, Smotrich call on Jewish Home to join united Right list as Peretz advisors recommend staying with Otzma Yehudit at any cost. New Right Chair. Bennett meets with Jewish Home Chair. PeretzAfter meeting Minister Smotrich last night, Bennett met with Rabbi Peretz this morning. On the agenda: Running in a unified list 'Submissive and cowardly behavior against Hamas prisoners'Minister Smotrich slams meeting of imprisoned Hamas leaders, approved by prison service. "Inconceivable. We must put an end to this." Smotrich not dismissed from governmentPM meets with Transport Minister after criticism; Netanyahu refrains from dismissing Smotrich or ousting from Cabinet. Smotrich: 'There were arguments; we did the right thing'Minister Betzalel Smotrich in an interview with Arutz Sheva: 'We face super-critical election campaign.' Poll: Shaked leading candidate to head right-wing bloc36% of right-wing supporters say Shaked should lead united right-wing list. Peretz gets 6%, Smotrich - 7%. 'Let's go together'Transportation Minister to party heads: 'We'll form force and won't lose votes, build healthier society, continue all the good we have here' 'Shaked's demand will make a right-wing government possible'Sources close to Shaked say she won't be willing to settle for anything less than first place on United Right's list. Netanyahu appoints Peretz and Smotrich ministersNetanyahu informs Peretz and Smotrich he is entrusting them with Education and Transportation Ministries, cabinet membership and observer.'Obeying the law is more important than obeying court rulings'MK Smotrich attacks Supreme Court Chief Justice Hayut for criticism of Justice Minister Ohana. 'Comments must be viewed with severity.' Redistribution of portfolios: Transportation to go to Smotrich?PM speaks with Likud MKs and ministers regarding redistribution of portfolios following dismissal of Ministers Bennett and Shaked.'Religious Zionism won't be a punching bag in politics'Smotrich: 'I am not frustrating the formation of the government - but Religious Zionism won't be a punching bag and a fifth wheel.' 'Netanyahu doesn't want to topple Hamas'National Union Chairman criticizes how war with Hamas ended: 'We have to remove their desire to attack the State of Israel.'Smotrich: US envoy's tweet 'deeply disappointing'National Union chairman responds to Jason Greenblatt's tweet condemning comments reportedly made by rabbis at Bnei David academy in Eli. Bayit Yehudi Chair. denies rumors of tension with NU Chair.Smotrich responds: 'Rabbi Peretz is a wonderful person and a great partner. It's a pleasure to work with him.' Smotrich: They warned me against taking Justice MinistryMK Smotrich seeks the Justice Ministry despite warnings he'll be targeted with investigations. 'I don't want to think it's true.' Erdan: Justice portfolio must be in Likud's handsLikud minister opposes United Right's demand of justice portfolio for Smotrich. 'We are the largest party and need the senior portfolios.' Smotrich: Gantz should be ashamedNational Union chair votes in Kedumim, slams Blue and White head. 'Religious Zionists can die in battle but can't take education portfolio?' |
