Tag: Ofir Akunis
Israel Selects ‘Next Silicon’ to Setup R&D Lab for A.I. Applications
The Lab will provide R&D services to startups, companies, and researchers for the acceleration of technological developments in HPC and AI computational technologies.
Likud Minister: If We Surrender Democracy Will End
Journalist Ben Caspit said he could not decide between supporting the pilots who refuse to serve and the democratically elected government.
Israeli Ministers Cancel US Appearances to Avoid Anti-Government Protesters
Ex-pat Israeli anarchists made it clear they would demonstrate outside the building if the meeting took place, as they did with other Israeli government ministers.
NASA Inks Cooperation Agreement with Israel Space Agency for Beresheet 2
Beresheet 2 – this time with two landers intended to go to the lunar surface -- is expected to launch in 2025.
Knesset Debated Future of Judea and Samaria Outposts on Eve of Homesh Demolition
MK Yuli-Yoel Edelstein (Likud) said, "In the meantime, the young settlement enterprise has aged a lot."
Bennett’s Big Win: 4 MKs Allowed to Defect from Likud, Join Coalition Government
Somehow, the Joint Arab List MKs, who could have altered the results, were absent from the vote.
Likud Submits First of Many No Confidence Motions, But the Deck Is Stacked Against...
A 1996 law placed severe restrictions on no-confidence motions.
Netanyahu Folds, Appoints Gantz as Justice Minister in his Transitional Government
"The court or the attorney general should not place themselves as a super-government," Netanyahu said in his response to the court.
AG and PM in Shouting Match, High Court Freezes Justice Minister, Did Anyone Say...
Netanyahu simply informed Gantz: "You can oppose it as much as you want, we're voting – let's go ahead."
Rightwing Ministers Defeat Labor’s Plan to Regulate Illegal Bedouin Outposts
"Netanyahu continues his fire sale of Zionism and right-wing values."
House Committee Approves Dispersal, Sets Elections on March 16
All 120 MKs will be able to take part in the debate following the first reading of the bill and speak from the podium for ten minutes.
Online Star-Studded Event to Celebrate the San Remo Conference Centennial Today
"This historic event was one of the stepping stones of forming a national home for the Jewish people," said Justice Minister Amir Ohana.
After All-Night Meeting, Netanyahu, Gantz, Ready to Declare New Government
Here's a wild prediction: Israel Resilience may turn out to be a perfect fit with Likud.
First Coronavirus Case Confirmed in Rhode Island
Also this weekend, the US Surgeon General this weekend urged the average American to stop. buying. masks.
Netanyahu Assigns New Ministerial Portfolios in Year-Old Temporary Government
These are all temporary appointments, although, with the Israeli voters' track record so far and this being the third election in less than a year, in their place I would buy a suit.
Guatemala to Declare Hezbollah a Terror Organization, Keep Embassy in Jerusalem
President Giammattei said that Hezbollah is an Iranian proxy that seeks to destroy Israel.
Netanyahu, Israeli Tech Minister Greet Winning Team in Dubai Robotics Contest
The Israeli team won silver after the preliminary stages with the highest points ranking, and a special prize for its assistance to other groups as well.
Report: Netanyahu May Dissolve the Knesset, Call for New Elections
Liberman is not the only one refusing to accommodate Netanyahu's demands: the Rightwing Union has yet to be satisfied regarding the two portfolios it demands.
NY Consul Leaves Fundraiser after Bezalel President Attacks Israel’s Free Speech
"I do not have the patience—and I speak diplomatically—for those who slander the State of Israel abroad in order to find favor and raise money," Dayan said after the incident.
NASA and Israel Space Sign Agreement to Expand Cooperation
The two agencies discussed projects that include Israel taking part in the International Space Station.
Israel, Britain Expand Scientific Cooperation with New Agreement
The agreement is intended to promote the exchange of scientific research through expansion of cooperation and research among policy makers.
Israel to Launch Research Satellite, Will Track Climate Change
The satellite will help a farmer see the spatial and temporal changes of crops in the entire field, and on an intra-field scale of small plots as well.
Netanyahu Firm on Metal Detectors as Police Add Security Cameras on Temple Mount
'It is unacceptable that Israel Police be made to obtain authorization from the Palestinians for every new security measure.'
IAI Space Chief: Israel’s Satellite Communications Era Over as Foreign Company Builds Amos-8
'Unfortunately, an international bid has been announced for the Amos-8 satellite that will replace it, and an international company is likely to win, bringing an end to Israel's satellite communications capabilities."
A Hebrew in the Heartland – New Hope for Troubled Boys [audio]
A solution for teens with learning difficulties and emotional challenges in the Charedi community in Israel.
Israeli Minister Cancels Jordan Visit After Jordan Refuses to Condemn Terror Attack
Minister Ofir Akunis stood up for the honor of Israel.
PM Netanyahu, Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong, Attend Joint Committee on Innovation Cooperation
Netanyahu noted that both countries have longstanding traditions and are committed to building societies that promote technology and innovation.
Likud Charges Opponents with Illicit Funding Through US-backed V15
Likud party members charge opponents with receiving illicit funds and violating Israeli election laws.
Following Lapid-Bennett Deal, Likud Facing Civil War
The third Netanyahu government's unprecedented composition ushers in a power struggle within the ruling party.