Politics

The ruling party was scheduled to select its list representatives on August 17, but due to pending legal issues, the primaries may be pushed to the end of the month. Likud has denied these reports.

Likud management has postponed the deadline for deciding on the reduction of tenure requirements for non-member candidates running in the primaries. Delays stemming from Likud tribunal rulings and District Court petitions have pushed the deadline, likely to Monday.

After almost 24 years in politics, MK Yaakov Margi announced his retirement. In an interview with the "Game of Chairs" podcast from "HaYom," he shares his longing for the culture of discourse in the Knesset and expresses remorse over the issue of Haredi conscription: "We pushed the Haredi society into the hands of the Jerusalem Faction." Also: the belief that the public is ready for a Mizrahi...

Zehut party chairman Moshe Feiglin commented on Thursday on Channel 14's investigation "Mansour Abbas - The Polite Jihad." Feiglin stated that the investigation proves Abbas and the Islamic Movement are not legitimate partners for government.

Following his appointment as an external inspector for the Government Companies Authority, CPA Yaakov Ginzburg has launched an anonymous reporting channel. Employees can now report political pressure, partisan appointments, and the misuse of company resources for propaganda.

Yoav Horowitz, who served as Chief of Staff and Director-General of the Prime Minister's Office, appears before the cameras for the first time and tells of the sensitive mission he refused to perform and the conversations he held with Netanyahu behind the scenes.

Gaza journalist Sami Obeid revealed in an interview with Ido Tauber on the "Noon Journal" program that he hopes to see Gadi Eizenkot as the next Prime Minister of Israel instead of Benjamin Netanyahu. Obeid also predicted that the Likud party would collapse in the next elections, securing fewer than 20 seats.

The Ministry of Heritage has approved a 113 million shekel investment to restore and develop over 70 historical sites in Judea and Samaria. The plan aims to strengthen Jewish identity and improve tourism infrastructure across the region.

After causing a stir by revealing that he is a 'proud leftist' and supporting the 'Democrats' party, Buzaglo explains the reasoning behind his decision and his stance for the upcoming elections.

Knesset member Dan Illouz announced his resignation from the Knesset following his departure from the Likud party. Illouz claimed that "Likud under Netanyahu's leadership has become the execution contractor for Deri and Goldknopf," and stated that those who wish to follow the path of Begin and Jabotinsky can no longer support today's Likud.

Following the Central Elections Committee chairman's ban on apps that record voting data, the coalition is attempting to pass legislation to authorize their use. The opposition has yet to respond, while Likud's legal counsel has requested a reconsideration of the ruling.

MK Hanoch Milvitsky presented his vision for the Israeli judicial system after expressing anger over Supreme Court Justice Alex Stein's decision to freeze the budget transfer approved by his committee. "The Knesset will choose judges and the High Court will remain an appellate court," he said.

The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, ordered Gadi Eizenkot today (Thursday) to remove a social media video featuring AI-generated IDF soldiers. This decision sets a precedent for the current election cycle, establishing that AI-generated figures may constitute prohibited use of the IDF in political propaganda.

The departure of Knesset member Dan Illouz from the Likud and his move to Yisrael Beiteinu has refocused attention on the 2022 Likud primaries for the immigrants' slot. In that race, Illouz defeated Boris Apolichuk, an immigrant from the former Soviet Union, to secure his place on the Likud list.

At a moving event held at the Begin Heritage Center in Jerusalem, Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan received the "Brave Leadership of Zion Award." The honor recognizes his steadfast commitment to the establishment and renewal of settlements in northern Samaria.

Tal, the young son of journalist Attila Somfalvi, was recently asked in his father's podcast who he thinks will win the upcoming elections and gave an answer that surprised even his father: "Bibi! Only Bibi." When Somfalvi asked his son to explain the choice, the boy answered briefly: "Because there is no one who can replace him, really."

Bennett attacks Eisenkot sharply, but absorbs harsh criticism for running a campaign devoid of strategy. At the same time, the drop of Bennett and Lapid in the polls against the surge of Eisenkot begins to stir a quiet rebellion in Yesh Atid.

Talks within United Torah Judaism about joining any government that would legislate an exemption from military service for Haredim do not impress the chairman of the "BEYAHAD" party. "There is no point in a government that will not solve this existential problem," said Bennett. Regarding the Eisenkot outline: "Gafni and Deri will spin the politician on duty."

The legal advisor of the Likud party, Adv. Ilan Bombach, filed an urgent request to the District Court to advance the hearing on the petition of MK Afif Abed to this coming Sunday, August 9, and to issue a ruling on the same day. The request claims that a delay in the decision could significantly harm the preparations for holding the Likud primaries on time. A few minutes after the request was...

Ahead of the elections, Haim Ramon estimates that no bloc will reach 61 seats, and that Eisenkot will be able to form a government with the external support of the Arab parties, while Netanyahu will remain without a majority.

In recordings obtained by Walla, the Justice Minister is heard addressing his non-recognition of Supreme Court President Isaac Amit, praising Commissioner Asher Kola's backing for Judge Menachem Mizrahi, and expressing determination to complete the judicial reform in the next term: "The judges tell me: 'If you win, the story is over and the entire composition of the court will change'"

Zion Abuna has been selected as the new Director of the Spokesperson, Communications and Public Relations Division at the Ministry of Communications, succeeding Eli Hershkovitz.

The announcement of the establishment of a new party led by former minister Gilad Erdan and Knesset member Yuli Edelstein is causing a storm in the political system. Channel 14 commentator Yaakov Bardugo attacked them sharply on air: "Everything there is personal and everything is political."

Dr. Menachem Lazar said in an interview with 103FM that the mandate blocks remain stable, but argued that the weakening of the "Bechad" party has primarily benefited Gadi Eisenkot. He also estimated that a party led by Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein could bring back right-wing voters who stayed home, and addressed the possibility of a connection between Yoav Segalovitz and Ra'am.

Ram Ben-Barak admitted that the polls for the 'Bechad' party are not encouraging, but expressed confidence in his place on the list. Regarding Eisenkot, he said he lacks government experience and defended Yoav Segalovitz, who left 'Yesh Atid' and joined Mansour Abbas in Ra'am: "He is a brave man."

Hadar Muchtar commented on Thursday on her candidacy in the upcoming Likud primaries. In an interview with Channel 14, she expressed confidence that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will approve the shortening of her qualifying period, stating that she relies on his support to help bring young people into the party.

Against the backdrop of the approaching Likud primaries, Minister Idit Silman clarified in a conversation with Nissim Mishal and Anat Davidov that she is not worried about her seat, addressed Dudi Amsalem's remarks about Eisenkot, and confronted Mishal, who accused her of reading from a "talking points" memo.

Knesset member Ram Ben-Barak stated in an interview with 103FM radio that his primary goal is to replace the current government. Regarding Gadi Eisenkot, he noted that he lacks experience in government work, unlike politicians from Yesh Atid or Naftali Bennett.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's roadmap towards October 2026 is revealed, presenting a rare combination of numbers. What dramatic twists and unexpected changes await him at the moment of truth at the ballot box — all the details.

Former Interior Minister Moshe Arbel, appointed chairman of Mehadrin, is set to receive a compensation package worth up to 3.4 million shekels annually for an 80% position.

Matan Kahana sharply criticizes the government's conduct in the north, claims that Israel has lost its freedom of action in Lebanon, calls for striking Hezbollah with force, and also addresses Qatar, Gadi Eisenkot, and the political system.

Following the government's decision not to place polling stations in nursing homes that are not geriatric facilities, Adi Israeli launched an initiative to accompany and transport the elderly and people with mobility issues to vote. Within weeks, over 7,000 volunteers have registered.

While Benjamin Netanyahu's circle tries to create a campaign that paints Gadi Eisenkot as a leftist, Dudi Amsalem's surprising statement threw the ruling party into a tailspin and provided the political rival with the perfect weapon.

During 'The Patriots' program, panelist Avi Shoshan revealed on Wednesday that he changed his mind about Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas after watching a documentary by Arab affairs correspondent Omri Haim. Shoshan, who previously expressed positive views toward Abbas, admitted that the content presented in the film created a deep internal conflict for him.

During "The Patriots" program broadcast on Wednesday, panelist Yaki Adamker shared his experience from Haredi radio, where he warned listeners against the Likud's attitude toward the Haredi public. According to him, even if Likud grants the Haredim their requests in the short term, the party will eventually "use and discard" them, leading to "damage for generations."

The opposition's joy over the ban on using live reporting apps from polling stations is quite puzzling. Given their organizational structure, this decision may actually deprive them of a significant advantage.

Yoaz Hendel and Chili Tropper launched their party 'Zionist Home - The Reservists' last night, joining a growing list of small parties courting right-wing voters disappointed with the current coalition. The situation in the 'Third Bloc' is intensifying.

During the 'Patriots' program aired on Wednesday, panelist Yoni Chetboun claimed that the Peace Council is a strategic "game" orchestrated by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He argued that the move is intended primarily to generate international legitimacy for Israel, with the understanding that Hamas is expected to violate any agreement.

After more than a decade, the former Interior Minister is considering running for the Knesset with the "Haredi Public" party. The party says it will support enlistment, and in a letter to the leaders of the Haredi parties, they criticized their hawkish line: "Continued confrontation puts the future of the Haredi public at risk."

Yoav Horowitz, who served as Chief of Staff and Director-General of the Prime Minister's Office, appears before the cameras in an unprecedented interview and explains why he decided to leave everything and join Gadi Eisenkot ahead of the upcoming elections.