Politics

Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering reserving a spot for Hapoel Hadera captain, reserve combat soldier, and torchbearer Menashe Zalka, in a move intended to appeal to young people and Ethiopian immigrants. At the same time, ways are being examined to promote Ze'ev Elkin on the list, as well as a possible reserved spot for Avi Dichter.

The Supreme Court ruled that the Minister of Justice cannot appoint a new head of the Police Investigation Department (PID) and advance the process until a further decision is made. The Attorney General joined the petitions filed against the PID law, explaining that appointing a head of the PID constitutes an immediate implementation of the law.

The Supreme Court ruled that Justice Minister Yariv Levin cannot appoint a new head of the Police Investigation Department (Mahash) until further notice.

The Prime Minister is looking to reserve a spot for another woman on the Likud list and met today with Dr. Keren Assayag, an academic researcher of breast cancer. Assayag expressed reluctance to enter the political system, but Netanyahu tried to persuade her. Last year, she spoke at a rally in support of the judicial reform and claimed that due to her support for it and for Netanyahu, she...

Party chairman Moti Leitner attacked the Haredi leadership: "Haredi society is facing an existential threat." The campaign will focus on issues of enlistment, mathematics and English studies, and employment. The list will include Ashkenazim, Sephardim, and Hasidim.

Against the backdrop of the unusual congestion recorded in recent days at Ben Gurion Airport, the "Yesh Atid" faction has urgently appealed to the Chairman of the Central Elections Committee with a request to ensure the continuity of flights ahead of the elections. "Disruptions in the flight schedule constitute a severe blow to the integrity of the elections and the principle of equality."

A small claims lawsuit was filed against the production company, claiming that the Prime Minister's presence was forced upon the audience. Simultaneously, protests from hostage relatives against the singer and Netanyahu are growing, with the mother of fallen soldier Ron Sherman calling to boycott Ben Zaken, and hostage survivor Agam Goldstein-Almog defining the event as a "spit in the face."

Following the addition of Eliyahu Libman and Shimon Tobul, the party has announced the inclusion of Iska Haimov and Liora Alon, both of whom possess extensive experience in public, educational, and managerial sectors. MK Avi Maoz stated that these additions bring valuable expertise and a proven capacity for leadership to the party's platform.

Netanyahu's former media advisor claims that shortly after the events of October 7, sharp warnings were conveyed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the Minister of National Security - and he decided to act.

The "Yashar!" party, led by Gadi Eizenkot, filed a petition against the video published yesterday by Shas, claiming it violates the prohibition on using the IDF in election propaganda and the use of candidate list letters before the 42nd day prior to the elections. The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee determined that the chances of the petition justify issuing a temporary injunction.

A serious security failure at the heart of the government: an unknown individual passed through two checkpoints at night and was apprehended inside. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana has ordered an urgent investigation into the lapses.

In a letter to Likud party court chairman Michael Kleiner, Pinhas Idan announced he would not contest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to expel him from the party. He also denied ordering the work stoppage at the airport.

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara opposes National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's participation in a standby squads conference scheduled for Monday, citing concerns that his presence would constitute election propaganda. According to the minister's associates, new guidelines prohibit him from even attending to deliver greetings.

If no last-minute changes occur, the media personality, who also received offers from Likud and Gilad Erdan, is set to join the new right-wing party alongside Yoseph Haddad and Lali Deri.

The chairman of the Ben Gurion Airport workers' committee announced he will not contest the Prime Minister's move to expel him from Likud. On Thursday, Benjamin Netanyahu demanded his expulsion following a strike at the airport that he labeled "wild and illegal."

Former spy Jonathan Pollard has announced he is joining the "Israel First" party, founded by former deputy minister Sharren Haskel. In a statement at the Western Wall, he emphasized the need for accountability following October 7 and praised Haskel's past efforts on his behalf.

Following the stormy public criticism of his remarks at the Ra'am conference in Tayibe regarding the Palestinian issue, the party chairman responded in a radio interview and completely rejected the attacks against him. Abbas accused the political system of systematic racist treatment and claimed that there is a political glass ceiling that cannot be changed regardless of the content of his words.

Behind the scenes of the Haredi world, the possibility of translating the opposition to the conscription of yeshiva students into a new electoral force is being examined. However, senior official Moti Babchik has already publicly clarified that Gur does not intend to give up its leadership within Agudat Yisrael.

Israel Railways has turned to the Supreme Court with a demand to complete without delay the appointment of missing directors to the company's board. The company states that the current management vacuum prevents the formation of statutory committees.

Against the backdrop of the enlistment law storm and the decline in polls, MK Uriel Buso clarifies who will not receive backing from Shas, defends Aryeh Deri, and claims that "left-wing elements paying a lot of money" are behind the jeers.

According to the Yashar! party, the propaganda video titled "A Father's Life" makes illegal use of IDF soldiers and the party's ballot slip. "It is impossible to promote draft evasion at the expense of those who serve, to take pride in those who do not serve, and then use IDF soldiers as a backdrop."

The prominent advocacy activist announced that he is stepping down as CEO of "Together - Arabs for Each Other" after eight years. The timing of his departure comes ahead of the launch of Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter's party on Tuesday, which Haddad may join. Lorina Khatib will take his place at the head of the organization.

Following the report by our correspondent Avraham Hasson on Channel 14 regarding negotiations for his joining the new party of Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter, advocacy activist Yoseph Haddad announced this morning (Sunday) that he is stepping down as CEO of the organization "Together, Arabs for Each Other," which he founded more than eight years ago.

The Shas party has launched an election campaign presenting a family idyll around the Shabbat table between a yeshiva student and his soldier brother, aiming to appeal to the traditional public. However, a review of the statements by the party's spiritual leadership over the last two years, calling on draft-age youth to tear up draft orders and flush them down the toilet, and forbidding enlistment...

Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas fears "false accusations and conspiracy theories" against Yoav Segalovitz, who is set to join the faction. He also explains why he chose to speak about a Palestinian state: "Netanyahu did not say he does not want a Palestinian state."

Shas MK Michael Malkieli was targeted by protesters following a weekly lesson by Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef in Jerusalem. The incident stems from his support for the draft law and the recent reconciliation between Rabbi Yosef and Shas chairman Aryeh Deri.

In its first election video, the party presents a family consisting of a soldier and a yeshiva student, in an attempt to appeal to the traditional audience. The presentation of a united front draws criticism due to Shas's central role in promoting the draft exemption, and after it threatened to bring down the government against the backdrop of the crisis.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded this evening (Saturday) sharply to the call by Ra'am chairman, Knesset member Mansour Abbas, for Israeli recognition of a Palestinian state. Netanyahu made it clear unequivocally that as long as he heads the government, such a move will not be carried out under any scenario. In his remarks, the Prime Minister declared: "As long as I am Prime Minister, a...

Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot sharply rejected Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas's call for Israeli recognition of a Palestinian state. Eisenkot pledged that such a state would not be established under any government he helps form.

Following chairman Mansour Abbas, the list will include Walid Taha, Walid al-Huashla, Iman Khatib-Yasin, and Yasser Hujeirat. If negotiations with Seglovich reach a conclusion, he is expected to be placed in the second spot. Eisenkot responded to Abbas: "A Palestinian state will not be established."

After US envoy to Syria Tom Burke claimed that Israel "is still occupying the Golan," Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a sharp response, asserting that Burke’s remarks do not reflect the position of President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Ra'am party chairman Mansour Abbas called for Israeli and American recognition of a Palestinian state during the party's conference.

Following the Likud primaries, the Prime Minister has shifted his focus to a critical political task: organizing his bloc. He warns that running too many separate lists could lead to wasted votes and cause a right-wing party to fall below the electoral threshold.

The Ra'am chairman spoke at the party's national conference where the list for the next Knesset will be determined: "We are putting Israeli democracy to the test." MK Walid Taha added: "We are not satisfied with just making demands — we are acting politically for solutions."

The party's 28th conference is convening in Tayibe to select the first five spots, while the executive committee of the United Arab List will select the next five positions. Former MK Yoav Segalovitz is expected to be placed in a realistic spot without running, if the intensive contacts between him and Abbas come to fruition.

About two weeks before the start of the school year, the education system is still dealing with a major shortage of teachers and assistants. During this critical time, Minister of Education Yoav Kisch flew for a vacation in Cyprus and was absent from important preparatory conferences.

According to the latest data from the American prediction market platform "Kalshi", former Chief of Staff and minister Gadi Eisenkot is opening a significant gap over his competitors, jumping to a 59% chance of winning the position. Similar results are also seen on "Polymarket".

A promo for the new season of "Four Weddings" sparked a storm following a statement by one of the participants against Russian and Amharic speakers. "They have lost their minds - racism is a red line," attacked Avigdor Lieberman, while MK Vladimir Beliak called on the corporation to "remove the racist from the screen and apologize." On behalf of Kan 11 it was stated: "This is a humorous program...

The British Foreign Secretary made it clear that the UK will formulate measures against Israel following the promotion of settlement in the E1 area. It has been learned that other countries are also considering their own measures.

The Supreme Court rejected Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's request to cancel the freeze on funds approved by the Finance Committee, but allowed the release of 78 million shekels for the Ministry of Religious Services.

Following the Likud primaries, right-wing parties are attempting to attract disappointed voters from the right wing. Meanwhile, concern is growing within Likud regarding the move by Ofer Winter and Yoseph Haddad, and the possibility that votes will remain below the electoral threshold.