UN Chief to Look for 'Realistic Options' for Israel-PA Peace
Ban Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.
Ban Ki-moon says he will investigate whether resumption of peace talks is possible after new government is sworn in.
Palestinian Authority chief negotiator Saeb Erakat laments formation of nationalist-religious government.
Former MK Nissim Ze’ev predicts there will be too much friction in Netanyahu's new government for it to last long.
Zionist Union, Yesh Atid denounce Netanyahu's new coalition, promise to fight it.
Netanyahu, Bennett welcome agreement that will enable the establishment of a coalition with 61 MKs.
Deal struck two hours before deadline, sources say. Netanyahu gives in on Justice Ministry, but keeps Foreign Ministry.
Bennett in last minute demand that Shaked be made justice minister; Likud sources say 'lust for portfolios canceling right-wing govt.'
Efrat's chief rabbi tells Jewish Home to press for 'reform,' both in divorce rights for women in religious courts and in the conversion law.
Haredi party, like Shas, believes Labor joining coalition will help stabilize government, further social causes.
Likud MK calls on Jewish Home to join the government immediately, threatens small parties would suffer in return to polls.
Likud sources say Bennett offered Justice Ministry instead; all talks have ground to a halt.
Jewish Home, upset that Religious Affairs Ministry was given to Shas, plans to demand another ministry as "compensation".
Yisrael Beytenu chairman says a coalition made up of 61 MKs will be short-lived, insists it's Likud's fault that he chose not to join.
After Yisrael Beytenu backs out of talks, Jewish Home reportedly weighing demanding the Foreign Ministry ahead of deadline.
Under agreement, Deri to be appointed Economy Minister; Shas to receive two Ministries and several deputy positions.
Reactions range from fury to encouragement as MKs weigh the possibilities of a government without Yisrael Beytenu.
By announcing he won't join the coalition, Liberman is throwing down the gauntlet to Likud and Jewish Home - but it's a risky move.
Yisrael Beytenu to remain in Opposition, Liberman to resign as Foreign Minister. Could it torpedo the coalition?
MKs and activists demonstrate in Tel Aviv against coalition deal which 'sells out' the nationalist camp and the State, they claim.
Jewish Home seeking a clause in coalition agreement allowing Shaked to resign as an MK in order to allow Shuli Muallem into the Knesset.
Frustrated residents plea to Naftali Bennett to stand up for the rights of Judea-Samaria in coalition talks ahead of demolition order.
Prof. Yossi Yonah of Labor praises child allowance raise, says it will lift Israel higher on OECD list.
Cash-strapped parents to receive nearly double the current monthly child allowance rate in 2016. UTJ: It's a good deal.
Shas head convicted of bribery during his last interior ministry stint tell Army Radio he's giving up on the ministry 'to prevent slander.'
Yair Lapid, Yitzhak Herzog and Tzipi Livni criticize coalition agreements with Kulanu and United Torah Judaism.
Jewish Home party urges Central Committee members to be patient as coalition negotiations continue.
Incremental progress made in coalition talks, hours after Bennett also reportedly given Education Ministry.
Clauses of agreement being perused ahead of final signing between Likud and UTJ heads, as coalition continues to come together.
Agreement draft between Likud and UTJ includes clause preventing court from cancelling laws passed by majority of MKs.
After coalition crisis as Jewish Home walks out of talks, Likud tells party its request for education portfolio will be granted.
Deri tells press conference he won't return to talks with Likud without at 0% VAT on basic goods and a 'social toolbox,' after UTJ deal.
Haredi party UTJ becomes the first to seal negotiations as Netanyahu's coalition government starts to take form.
After cutting off talks with PM, Jewish Home MKs vent their fury at Likud for 'taking us for granted'; 'We're not in Likud's back pocket'.
Claiming he has not received a conclusive ministry offer from Netanyahu, Shas head Aryeh Deri says he's weighing his next steps.
Conditions set by Kahlon's party mean that judicial junta will continue to rule from the courtrooms. Will Bennett dig in his heels?
Prime Minister and Kulanu chairman meet and reportedly make progress on coalition agreement.
Likud presents two initiatives Kulanu opposes and conflict continues over religious affairs post, leaving Netanyahu with mess on his hands.
Jewish Home's Forum of Deputy Mayors support Bennett's ultimatum to Likud, but also demand the religion, education, and foreign portfolios.
Netanyahu looks ready to present Rivlin with rough outline of government as he seeks two-week extension to form a coalition.
UTJ source tells Arutz Sheva that Likud has retracted prior agreements to repeal criminal sanctions from Enlistment Law.
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to ask for more time to build coalition amid rumors of a possible unity government.
Jewish Home reportedly to receive Economy, Strategic Affairs, Agriculture portfolios; MK Ayelet Shaked may gain a portfolio as well.
Jewish Home chair says while headway has been made on some issues, more negotiations are needed over construction and Jewish State Law.
Dozens of central Likud activists demand Netanyahu sign 'dignified' deal with Jewish Home and avoid 'unity' coalition with Left.
Coalition talks between the parties include bill making it difficult for foreign countries to donate to NGOs, influence Israeli politics.
Likud floats idea of giving Jewish Home Education and Agriculture ministries, as well as control of settlement budgets.
Bennett demands the foreign ministry, and a senior source says the party chairman is 'not afraid of the Opposition.'
Kulanu chairman issues veiled threat to Likud as coalition talks continue.
Likud MK dismisses claims that Netanyahu will form a unity government, advises voters not to believe every headline they read.
Incoming Jewish Home MK says that Netanyahu keeps raising the bar for the coalition - in hopes of forming a unity government instead.
Netanyahu and Jewish Home chairman meet for coalition negotiations amid tensions between the two parties.
Clear majority of 67 MKs have now recommended Netanyahu. Meanwhile, Likud warns nationalist parties they'd better tone down their demands.
With Kulanu's 10 MKs, Netanyahu has a 61-seat majority. If Liberman joins, too, he'll have 67.
President Rivlin's meetings with Shas and UTJ have ended. Both parties recommended Netanyahu. UTJ: 'we won't sit with Lapid. He beat us up.'
Compromise reached between Yuval Steinitz and Silvan Shalom, both of whom requested the Water and Energy Ministry.
Bayit Yehudi party head Naftali Bennett finalized the appointments party members will receive in the government.
"We stand before a decisive year in security, the economy and attempts to advance peace."
Prime Minister writes citizens: "Thank you for awarding me the privilege of serving you as Prime Minister for the 3rd time."
Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have reportedly agreed to give up the title of Vice Prime Minister, paving the way for a new government.