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Tal Brody participated in the party's tense primaries and expressed full support for Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighting his belief in the Prime Minister's ability to lead and unite the nation.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visited the Hesder Yeshiva in Sderot today, Monday, and received praise from Mayor Alon Davidi. "He insisted on a most significant decision and moved our enemy three to four kilometers away from us. He deserves credit for this," the mayor stated. Smotrich reciprocated the praise, calling Davidi one of the most talented and professional local leaders he has...

In the shadow of the approaching elections and the Likud party primaries, the US President confirms in an interview with Fox News: "It is best that I stay out of the elections in Israel." However, he did not close the door completely.

Former Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon was spotted voting in the Likud primaries today. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly considering offering him a reserved spot in the party list to bolster its economic platform. Kahlon has not yet confirmed whether he intends to return to active politics.

Avi Shoshan spoke candidly in an interview, revealing details of his direct conversation with the Prime Minister, while sharply criticizing Deri and Goldknopf over the conscription and evasion law.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir released a video supporting Gila Gamliel in the Likud primaries, calling her a woman of soul. He also urged support for Minister May Golan, praising her resilience against political pressure.

During the tense day of the Likud primaries, MK Tally Gotliv claimed that attempts at forgery and deception are taking place at polling stations. According to her, fake ballots are being distributed across the country with her name intentionally omitted, which she describes as an attempt by operatives and vote contractors to harm her re-election chances.

In the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, there is growing anxiety over Likud primaries, as internal party deals threaten to sideline loyalists. Names like Boaz Bismuth and Amichai Chikli are reportedly at risk of being pushed to unrealistic spots on the list.

Just hours before the polls open for the Likud primaries, Yonatan Yosef, grandson of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef and former Jerusalem city council member, announced this morning (Monday) his withdrawal from the race in the Jerusalem district and transferred his support to attorney Yair Gabai.

Following the public confrontation between his father, the Prime Minister, and a senior Likud member, Yair Netanyahu called not to vote for David Bitan in the Likud primaries, as well as for another woman who, according to his claim, is close to him.

On paper, Nir Barkat has everything needed to succeed in politics, just as he did in business. A successful entrepreneur and former mayor of Jerusalem, he holds a solid right-wing economic worldview. Yet, despite years within Likud and significant resources invested in grassroots outreach, Barkat remains perceived as a temporary resident within the party.

Netivot Mayor Yechiel Zohar published for his supporters his preferred candidates in the Likud list elections for the Knesset. Despite MK Bitan's struggle against Netanyahu within the party, he is included in the 'strong man's' list. Barkat, whose chances of being elected to a realistic spot have decreased, is also included | First publication

The Prime Minister arrived last night at the HaSharon Mall accompanied by his security detail and sat down for a short coffee break, which within a few minutes became the center of attention for everyone present, who were amazed by the sight.

Eli Cohen declared that he prefers to run in primaries rather than receive a reserved spot, addressed the security situation on the borders and Hezbollah, and claimed: 'The State of Israel has never been stronger'

Tally Gotliv rejected reports of an attempt to push her out of the Likud list and claimed that Netanyahu made it clear he would not give up on her: "In the Prime Minister's circle, they reached the conclusion that I am worth 5 mandates."

Advocate Yair Gabay, an expert in planning and construction law running in the Likud primaries for the Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and Shephelah district, is leading a persistent struggle against illegal construction at the Turkish consulate in Jerusalem.

Former Knesset member Oren Hazan was interviewed on 103FM, claiming he "was ahead of his time." He also expressed support for David Bitan and provided a complex forecast regarding Tali Gottlieb.

Ronen Manelis, senior advisor to Knesset member Gadi Eisenkot, published a surprising post on Monday ahead of the Likud primaries. Manelis wrote: 'Tali, good luck. Your success is our success,' adding heart and hamsa emojis, amid a tense day for Gottlieb as she fights for her spot on the party list.

With the opening of the polls for the primaries today (Monday), candidates are making a final push to secure every vote. They are playing their last card: sharing family photos and personal moments to connect with registered members just before the final decision.

Gilad Erdan spoke on 103fm radio about the establishment of his new party, the reasons he chose to leave Likud and stop "waiting." In addition, he addressed the composition of the government he hopes to see after the elections and warned against the power of extremists.

Barak Seri addressed the storm in the Likud primaries on 103fm radio, claiming that Netanyahu is intentionally working to weaken senior party members, including Tally Gotliv. Now, according to him, his true influence on voters will be revealed. In addition, he addressed the Channel 14 and Military Advocate General scandal.

Minister of Finance Ze'ev Elkin revealed in an interview with Oded Menashe that he received an offer from Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman to join his party. Elkin emphasized that he does not intend to leave Likud, even if he fails to secure a realistic spot in the primaries.

One of the most intriguing battles in the Likud primaries is taking place in the Dan-Tel Aviv district. The contest is between Adv. Shlomo Lerner, a reserve soldier, and Elyashiv Rabin, an ultra-Orthodox candidate who relies on the organized enrollment of ultra-Orthodox individuals into the party.

The chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu has ruled out the possibility of establishing a government relying on fewer than 61 Knesset members. In an interview with Galei Tzahal, he clarified that his party would not participate in any coalition lacking a full parliamentary majority.

On the day of the Likud primaries, Yoaz Hendel called on party members to join the Zionist-Reservists' Home, criticized the government and ultra-Orthodox parties, and revealed that he is in talks with potential political allies.

The state funds, the tycoons stay out: ahead of the Likud primaries, the law stipulates that MKs can receive funding from the state treasury up to a ceiling of 380 thousand shekels, and limits the ability of candidates to raise private donations. What is the situation for candidates who are not members of Knesset and what will happen to the money if they are not elected?

Oren Smadja, a new candidate for the Unity Party, argues that a state commission of inquiry should not be appointed by the judiciary. He calls for an independent investigation into the events of October 7, though he remained vague regarding his specific legislative agenda if elected.

Almost 150,000 Likud members will vote this morning at dozens of polling stations across the country and determine the face of the party's list for the Knesset. Following the reserved spots by Benjamin Netanyahu, about 40 ministers and MKs will compete for only about 15 realistic spots on a day that will be decided between the power of the vote contractors and the free voters. All the details...

Two weeks until the start of the school year and two months until the elections: what do the leading parties in the polls promise in the field of education - from the status of teachers to the integration of AI in schools, and which of them did not publish a platform at all?

Dr. Zvika Mor says his son Eitan learned Arabic in captivity and now blends into Arab cafes, attacks the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, and claims Hamas saw the square as a pressure tool. Regarding Gaza, he states: "The only solution is settlement."

Approximately 140,000 Likud members are casting their votes today to determine the party's list for the upcoming election, amidst polls suggesting a potential loss of seven seats. Benjamin Netanyahu is working to shape a compact and loyal list, leaving many incumbent Knesset members and senior ministers in a state of uncertainty.

The primaries of Israel's largest party are underway. Yesterday, "recommended lists" from branch heads were distributed ahead of the vote. The Prime Minister is acting to prevent a scenario of defections in case he cannot form a government. Who is making deals, and who might find themselves out?

Gadi Eizenkot's party edited a Likud billboard and changed the message to "They want the IDF to collapse, don't let Netanyahu win." Likud demands the removal of the posts from social media by tomorrow at noon, claiming illegal election propaganda. If the demand is not met, the party threatens to turn to the chairman of the Central Elections Committee.

Ahead of the Likud primaries, movements supporting the settlement cause have published their recommended candidate lists. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana is notably absent from these endorsements once again.

Exclusive: Chairman of the Yashar! party Gadi Eisenkot will unveil a 15 billion shekel investment project for the rehabilitation of the North, with an emphasis on Kiryat Shmona. Shaul Meridor, former head of the Budget Department at the Ministry of Finance and a candidate on the list, claims that the project's funding will come from the cancellation of coalition funds: "Diverting 7-9 billion...

Avraham Burg has joined the new Jewish-Arab party "Mekom Le-Kulanu" ("A Place for All of Us"). In an interview with Ynet, he stated that after "four traumatic years," Israeli society needs an alternative based on equality and Jewish-Arab partnership.

A significant mandate poll reveals a surprising tie between the Likud party led by Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot's 'Yashar' party. The 'Beyahad' party, led by Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, secures 14 mandates.

An especially stormy confrontation took place this evening (Sunday) in the studio of the program "The Patriots" on Channel 14, when panelists Irit Linor and Guy Meroz clashed over the figure of Ra'am chairman, Mansour Abbas. At the beginning of the discussion, Linor referred to the leaders of the left-wing bloc in recent years and claimed that they were all kicked out after only one term...

Likud members will arrive at the polls tomorrow to form the next list, with one central question in the background: where is the party headed? Netanyahu knows that the list will have a decisive influence on the election campaign, and he needs a tight, disciplined, loyal — and if possible, statesmanlike — list more than ever. Also in focus: the influence of Tali Gottlieb and the test of the...

The Zehut party, led by Moshe Feiglin, has officially announced the joining of 29-year-old Captain (res.) Omer Patziniash-Waldman, a prominent leader of the reservists' protest. According to her, politics was not in her plans until a strong desire for change took hold.