Netanyahu Continues Doling Out Portfolios, Putting Out Fires in Agitated Likud Party

The new Opposition Leader will be MK Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid). MK Yariv Levin (Likud) will run for Knesset Speaker against MK Ahmad Tibi (Joint Arab List). He will win.

Netanyahu Appoints Eli Cohen as Intelligence Minister

“The Israeli intelligence apparatus is internationally renowned and has huge importance to the nation’s security.”

Israel Hayom: Likud Politicians Are Smelling Netanyahu’s Weakness

It's Lion in Winter time for Bibi Netanyahu – the inevitable chapter in every great leader's biography.

All Systems ‘Go Green’ for Reopening of Israeli Education System

The expansion of the reopening of the schools is to take place on a voluntary basis and in accordance with the readiness of local authorities.

Likud Rebellion Against Netanyahu, Government Swearing In Is Off, Gantz Takes Back Speaker’s Post,...

Likud ministers sharply criticized Netanyahu's way of distributing those portfolios, as several Likud ministers have been left floating in the wake of the coalition steam ship.

Saar Calls on Netanyahu to Convince Yamina to Return to Coalition

"It would be a pity if the closest ideological partner to the Likud would be left out.”

Last-Minute: Netanyahu Delays New Government Swearing In Till Sunday

The announcement followed difficulties with finalizing ministerial appointments between the prime minister and a number of Likud lawmakers

Knesset Committee Chairman Slams Finance Ministry’s Aid to Social Welfare Groups: Not One Shekel...

The Interim Finance Committee chaired by MK Oded Forer (Yisrael Beitenu) held a follow up session on Monday to discuss how the third sector...

Netanyahu Completes ‘Jewish Home Demolition’ with Offer of Jerusalem Portfolio to Rafi Peretz

Bennett et al can only blame themselves for their humiliating defeat at the hand of a world class politician.

Netanyahu’s New Government Policy: Not One Word About Sovereignty

Was Wednesday's visit by Mike Pomepeo about supporting sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, or about making sure there won't be any action on sovereignty by this new government?

New House Bill Will Enhance US-Israel Fight Against COVID-19, Reduce Dependence on China

They also advocate inclusion of $12 million, matched by Israel, to fund new COVID-19 research partnerships in future legislation.

Trains in Israel to Run Again Beginning May 17

There will be some changes in the routes, and so far no service on Fridays or Saturday nights.

Attorney General Mandelblit Threatened, Files Police Complaint

The Justice Ministry has not said who it believes may be behind the campaign of harassment.

Jerusalem Deputy Mayor: Banish Mea Shearim Extremists Like Lepers

In a Facebook post, King said these violators should be treated like lepers, which the Torah banishes for seven days – or in the case of the coronavirus 14 days.

Former Knesset Speaker Edelstein to be Israel’s New Health Minister

Edelstein said he is ready to “lead the struggle against the coronavirus and prepare the health system for the new challenges."

Bennett Told Netanyahu ‘You Don’t Really Want Us,’ PM Refused to Budge, Meeting Ended

According to Ymina, Bennett asked for two significant portfolios, one deputy minister with real power, and chairmanship of the Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee.

Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan to Become Israel’s Next UN and US Ambassador

Netanyahu said he "looks forward to continued cooperation between them on important missions for the State of Israel in the years ahead."

Israel to Bail Out El Al Airlines with Tough Conditions Attached

Under the agreement, the state will grant loan guarantees for 80 percent of a $400 million loan.

New Israeli Government to be Sworn In Thursday

Netanyahu technically has until May 21 at 8 pm to form the government in case of any "glitches."

It’s Official: Yamina Prefers the Opposition Over Netanyahu-Gantz Government

Likud officials rejected Yamina's statement, saying, "If Yamina had received one more portfolio, it would have been rightwing enough for them?"

Cabinet Sources: Iranian Attack on Israeli Civilian Water Infrastructure ‘Crosses Red Line’

“This is an attack that goes against all the codes of war. Even from the Iranians we didn't expect something like this."

Confirmed: Pompeo to Meet This Week with Netanyahu, Gantz in Jerusalem

On the agenda: "US and Israeli efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as regional security issues related to Iran’s malign influence.”

Yamina MK: Joining Netanyahu’s Cabinet Would be Humiliating

Like Smotrich, and, indeed, the entire Religious-Zionist camp, Sofer has a full belly of Netanyahu's maneuvers.

Netanyahu Receives Mandate to Form Government

"I hereby inform you that you have a period of 14 days to form a government."

Netanyahu, Gantz Agree: New Government to be Sworn in on May 13

Reactions pour in from across political spectrum after landmark High Court ruling in favor of coalition deal • Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked: “Even the obvious must be stated: This isn’t law, it’s politics

Unanimous Court Begrudgingly Permits Netanyahu to Assemble New Government

Yes, this new government is definitely a platypus – an egg laying mammal, with a duck's bill to boot.

A COVID-19 Coronavirus Lag B’Omer: No Bonfires

Police will block off Mount Meron and the surrounding area with checkpoints. Israelis are also reminded: no local bonfires this year either.

Likud Sets ‘Red Lines’ Ahead of High Court Rulings

Likud officials warn that if Israel’s top court rules Netanyahu can't continue to serve as prime minister and/or two other red lines, the unity deal is done.

PM, Health Ministry, Amend Coronavirus Emergency Regulations, Here Are the Main Points

Circumcisions may be held with up to 19 people (as opposed to ten) in attendance.

Israel to Reopen Malls & Markets, Up to 50 Lag B’Omer Wedding Guests Permitted

“The horizon looks brighter, but the virus may burst again. We have to be ready for that.

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