Politics

Settlements in Judea and Samaria expressed fierce outrage on Tuesday over UK trade restrictions on local products. Local leaders condemned the move as antisemitic interference, demanding severe economic retaliation and strengthened sovereignty.

The United Arab Emirates expressed frustration after being linked to an Israeli media report, seeking to stay out of internal political disputes. Emirati and Israeli sources strongly dismissed the publication.

The Jewish-Arab party "Makom LeKulanu" has withdrawn from the Knesset race to prevent wasting votes below the electoral threshold, following a poll showing it at 0.5% support.

The new Likud candidate list includes controversial figures like Eli Goldschmidt and Yaakov Bardugo, who have previously launched sharp attacks on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and security chiefs.

An in-depth look at the candidate lists for the upcoming Knesset reveals surprising figures, including a socialist millionaire, Yigal Amir's relatives, Olympic athletes, and cultural icons.

Ta'al leader MK Ahmad Tibi praised MK Moshe Gafni on Tuesday for his respectful and empathetic attitude toward the Arab community, while severely condemning his recent political removal as unfair and inhumane.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that Lt. Col. (res.) Itamar Eitam, a severely wounded Gaza veteran and educator, will join the Religious Zionism party list for the 26th Knesset.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir defended his political appointments, launching a scathing attack on Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara amid a brewing crisis with Police Commissioner Danny Levy over senior police appointments during the election period.

Attorney Itzik Bontzel, father of a fallen IDF soldier, accepted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reserved spot on the Likud list, pledging to reform the judicial system and champion bereaved families' rights.

Veteran journalist Yanir Cozin is returning to Knesset Channel 99 to anchor the daily afternoon political program at 15:00, replacing Yaakov Ayalon.

The fourth annual MEAD Conference opens in Washington, D.C., gathering delegates from 24 countries, including Middle Eastern nations without formal ties to Israel, to address regional security, Iran, and economic integration.

Opposition leaders Naftali Bennett, Gadi Eisenkot, Avigdor Lieberman, and Yair Golan demanded a state inquiry into October 7 following reports that UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about Yahya Sinwar's plans shortly before the massacre.

Former senior police officer Shmuel Sharvit testified that police wiretapped Netanyahu's confidant Natan Eshel to intercept the premier without Attorney General approval.

The Israeli Supreme Court unanimously annulled the government's appointment of Dr. Yifat Ben-Chai Segev as Second Authority chair and two members, citing conflict of interest and lack of factual basis regarding public bias against media outlets.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Binyamin Council Head Yisrael Gantz announced a new 1,665-dunam blue line for Kida and Yishuv HaDa'at in Judea and Samaria, paving the way for over 1,000 housing units following their recent official recognition.

Religious Zionism chairman and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced the addition of retired Brig. Gen. Yossi Bachar to the party’s list for the 26th Knesset. Bachar, from Kibbutz Be’eri, fought during the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and later served in senior IDF command roles.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar close the British Consulate in East Jerusalem and revoke diplomat visas following expected British sanctions against Israel.

Israel and the US are mounting diplomatic efforts to isolate Britain's impending ban on settlement trade and prevent European allies like France from joining. Jerusalem warns the move sets a dangerous precedent, while US officials highlight legal risks for British firms under state anti-boycott laws.

Channel 13 journalist Aviad Glikman sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over reports that commentator Yaakov Bardugo will be reserved a spot on the Likud list, highlighting the blurring lines between media and politics.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced reserved slots for Likud, including wounded soldier Elisha Medan, activist Talyk Guili, attorney David Peter, Brig. Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi, and former MK Eli Goldschmidt.

The Likud party unveiled reserved spots on its electoral list, featuring security figures, October 7 symbols, and legal experts, while multimillionaire Oren Dobronski withdrew.

President Isaac Herzog warned the UK that imposing trade sanctions on West Bank settlements is a "grave error" and a blatant interference in Israel's democratic elections, urging foreign governments to choose dialogue over boycotts.

Israel's next foreign minister faces a severe diplomatic crisis in Europe, with the UK planning settlement trade bans and EU nations debating sanctions. The post will be highly contested by Gideon Sa'ar, Israel Katz, Yair Lapid, or Avigdor Lieberman depending on the upcoming election outcome.

The Jerusalem District Court has rejected an injunction to freeze the E1 construction plan for 1,234 housing units. The ruling coincides with expected British sanctions against Israel over its settlement policies.

Yashar! candidate Matan Kahana defended Gadi Eisenkot's strategy of running independently rather than merging with Naftali Bennett, claiming a four-headed opposition bloc maximizes the chance to replace Benjamin Netanyahu. Kahana also pitched the party as the true home for National Religious voters.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir praised his party's diverse electoral list, announced plans to appoint MK Tally Gotliv to the Security Cabinet, and sharply criticized Likud and Yariv Levin over failed judicial reforms.

The Likud party has reserved a spot on its Knesset election list for Talik Guili, mother of fallen October 7 hero Ran Guili, ahead of tonight's official submission deadline.

Right-wing activists placed a cynical bouquet of flowers at the home of Brigadier General (Res.) Ofer Winter, warning that his independent electoral run could waste right-wing votes and empower the Attorney General.

The pro-Palestinian Hind Rajab Foundation has filed a criminal complaint in Slovenia against Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar ahead of his diplomatic visit to Ljubljana to open a new embassy. Sitting foreign ministers hold broad immunity.

The Shas party has unveiled its candidate list for the 26th Knesset elections, featuring key promotions for younger members. Meanwhile, the Joint List finalized its roster, led by Yousef Jabareen.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secured the 11th spot on the Likud list for wounded war hero Elisha Medan. The decision comes amid intense internal party pressure and tight deadlines before the final submission of Knesset electoral lists.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a Likud Party Court ultimatum to finalize reserved spots by 9:00 PM after Channel 14 anchor Yaara Zered and other public figures rejected his offers.

The Civil Service Commission has recommended shortening the cooling-off period for former Health Ministry Deputy Director-General Dr. Sefi Mendelovich to four months, despite his failure to report a job offer from Shaare Zedek Medical Center in real time. Mendelovich is slated to manage a new 3 billion NIS inpatient tower funded by a $200 million donation from WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum. The...

A leaked document by RAMA chief Gal Alon accuses Education Minister Yoav Kisch of systematically hiding failing student achievements, canceling key exams, and attempting to manipulate international PISA and TIMSS test results.

The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation has released classified documents from a secret 1993 meeting in Amman between Shimon Peres and King Hussein of Jordan, which laid the groundwork for the 1994 peace treaty.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich demanded the immediate expulsion of the British ambassador ahead of expected UK sanctions targeting companies and individuals in Judea and Samaria.

A major internal rebellion has been exposed within the Degel HaTorah party following the ousting of veteran lawmakers Moshe Gafni and Uri Maklev. Rabbi Dov Lando ordered the reshuffle, stripping future MKs of the power to independently hire aides.

Israel's Central Elections Committee is implementing unprecedented physical and emotional accessibility measures for the October 27, 2026, Knesset elections, including specialized training for voters with PTSD and war injuries.

Oren Dobronsky, star of "The Sharks," declined a top-ten spot on the Likud list for the upcoming Knesset elections. He agreed with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to serve only as a professional Minister for AI Affairs.

Justice Minister Yariv Levin decided to publish regulations lowering the passing grade of the June Israel Bar Association exam to 55, aiming to boost the low 42.65% passing rate.