Politics

Senior high-tech figure Oren Dobronsky, who was reserved a spot in Likud, explains why he decided to enter politics, reveals the high grade he gives the government, and declares that for him, this is a real draft order.

MK Yael Ron Ben-Moshe informed Benny Gantz that she will not participate in his new political framework. She described the decision as one of the most difficult of her life, citing a divergence in vision regarding the party's direction.

The chairman of the Democrats, Yair Golan, commented on footage showing MK Zvi Sukkot destroying monuments to terrorists in Samaria. In response to the accusations, Sukkot demanded the post be deleted, threatening a lawsuit.

Parties from all ends of the political spectrum are preparing for a decision ahead of the most dramatic moment on the way to the ballot box. What will Netanyahu decide? Who will join Eisenkot? How many of the incumbent Yesh Atid MKs will be pushed out? How will Winter's entry affect things, and what is expected on the Gantz-Ardan-Tropper front? The full review.

Upon its establishment, the Ultra-Orthodox Public Party is threatening a lawsuit following blunt accusations regarding its chairman's motives. The party stated that the lawsuit is underway and that any proceeds will be transferred directly to its campaign.

It seems that the chairman of Yesh Atid, Yair Lapid, has been absent recently from the Behad party campaign. The movement's chairman, former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, in an interview with 103FM radio, denies this categorically: "We are plowing the country, separately and together. We held two conferences in the last few days, and we continue to reach everywhere."

MK Zvi Sukkot stated he personally took action to remove monuments honoring terrorists after the army failed to act on his demands. Gilad Kariv of The Democrats criticized the event, noting that MKs are often denied access to other villages due to a lack of security forces.

Against the backdrop of preparations for the 26th Knesset elections, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman is changing his tune, offering surprising praise for the military record of The Democrats' chairman, Yair Golan.

Despite a government decision, the Ministry of Finance has failed to attend meetings on combating protection rackets led by Itamar Ben Gvir. Two months after the pilot project was announced, no funds have been transferred to affected businesses.

120 family members of hostages and soldiers have spoken out against the IAC organization's decision to feature Ron Dermer as the keynote speaker at three events next month, claiming he was one of the most influential voices opposing several hostage deals: "The decision is dismissive and disrespectful to families who paid a direct price for these decisions."

A balanced and clear Supreme Court ruling: Galei Tzahal will continue to broadcast, but a government that wishes to change this will be able to do so, if only it proves that its motives are not a desire to silence criticism and impose submissive broadcasting.

The Ministry of Health transferred 400,000 NIS to fund a conference organized by the "Ta'atzumot" association, led by Dasi Iluz, daughter of Aryeh Deri. The decision was pushed by Shas-appointed advisors against the ministry's professional staff.

Following demands from left-wing activists to block Channel 14 in hospitals, Meir and Beilinson medical centers announced a switch to nature and children's programming. However, an investigation revealed that Channels 12 and 13 remained on air, sparking sharp political backlash.

The Supreme Court issued an order nisi regarding a petition against the transfer of coalition funds to Haredi institutions and the Ministry of Settlements. The court froze 400 million shekels while releasing urgent budgets for local authorities and the rehabilitation of the North and South.

Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter is expected to launch his new party, "Ami Hai La-Ad," this Tuesday. An investigation reveals the party has already secured hundreds of thousands of shekels in guarantees.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attacked the criticism today regarding Benjamin Netanyahu's attendance at Eden Ben Zaken's concert and warned of the steps he claims could be taken if the right loses the elections: "There will be a 'Season' government here."

The Prime Minister issued a statement regarding the discovery of the Irgun ship shelled in 1948. Subsequently, Ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Amichai Eliyahu held a separate press conference to announce the find, catching the Prime Minister off guard.

Nir Yuftero, known as "The Angel" for his advocacy for medical cannabis patients, has been appointed by the party's founder to lead the list. The party's demands: full legalization, medical reform, and psychedelic treatment for PTSD sufferers.

Gali Baharav-Miara notified the High Court of Justice that the Communications Minister's directive, which allowed several regional radio stations to broadcast in the north under the pretext of operational necessity during alert periods, was issued without authority and should be annulled. The Attorney General also criticized Major General Shay Klepper, who she claims validated the move without any...

Ofer Winter will launch his new party tomorrow at an event attended by hundreds of people at the Shalva Center in Jerusalem. Even before the launch, sources in the coalition are warning of a split in the right-wing bloc, while the party clarifies that the goal is to establish a right-wing government.

13 women heading local authorities in Israel signed a petition by the 5050 initiative demanding the alternating placement of women and men on the lists for the Knesset. The appeal comes ahead of the submission of the lists, against the backdrop of large gaps in female representation between the parties.

The party is considering lifting the "boycott" imposed on interviews on the channel following reports on the "Force 100" affair. A source familiar with the details told Walla that if the boycott is lifted, Benjamin Netanyahu must make a clear statement about it, rather than allowing Likud ministers to simply return to being interviewed on the channel "as if nothing happened."

Dozens of mayors and council heads from the South and the North have appealed to party leaders with a demand to include in their platforms a commitment to establish an international airport in the South. They are asking to agree first on the regional location, while deferring the decision on the specific site.

Following the announcement of its run for the Knesset, the party launched a campaign across Haredi population centers, focusing on criticism of the Haredi leadership and a call for enlistment and the study of mathematics and English.

A few weeks ago, the Tax Authority began revoking tax benefits only from yeshivas that requested the appropriate approvals for the first time. Now, the Authority is demanding that all Haredi institutions declare that no draft dodgers from IDF service are studying there.

Naftali Bennett has added two field operations leaders, Zvi Plotnitsky and Tomer Weiner, to the "Behad" party's Knesset list. With their inclusion, the number of reservists on the list has reached eight.

In a letter sent to religious institutions, they are required to declare that they do not have students who are subject to the draft but have not regulated their status, and to provide a full list of students and their ID numbers. An institution that does not meet the requirements may lose its Section 46 approval, which grants donors a tax credit: "Benefits provided in direct or indirect...

Within the party, there is a growing understanding that avoiding appearances on the channel severely harms the ability to reach broad audiences ahead of the elections, but the dramatic move now depends on one central condition from the Prime Minister.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir addressed the upcoming election campaign today (Monday) and ruled out the possibility of running together with Religious Zionism chairman Bezalel Smotrich. In an interview with 103fm, Ben Gvir said that a connection between the two could harm the strength of the right-wing bloc, and called on Smotrich to join the new party of Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer...

Supreme Court justices rejected the petitions regarding the placement of polling stations in nursing homes and assisted living facilities after the Central Elections Committee formulated an alternative outline on its own initiative. However, President Amit sharply criticized the Knesset's refusal to legislate a permanent arrangement for the elderly population who have difficulty moving.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched a sharp attack against new right-wing political initiatives. He warned voters against supporting small parties, arguing that such fragmentation could lead to the rise of a left-wing government.

Chairman of the Kulanu faction and former Knesset member Roi Folkman announced today (Monday) that he is joining the Yachar! party led by Gadi Eisenkot — in a highly surprising move. Folkman stood by Gilad Erdan's side during his party's launch and as of yesterday was still holding talks in an attempt to promote a union between forces in the "third bloc". However, it now turns out that in parallel...

Last week, Israel implemented significant changes to the traffic point system. The reform increases penalties for dangerous driving behaviors while reducing points for certain administrative offenses to ensure proportionality.

10 days after leaving Lapid, the former minister joins the 'Yashar!' party of the former IDF Chief of Staff. 'Israel needs reliable, statesmanlike, and experienced leadership,' said Major General (res.) Stern. Eisenkot: 'He represents a statesmanlike religious Zionism that believes in service and responsibility.'

The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Solberg, rejected today, Monday, the petition that sought to prevent the Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir from participating and speaking at the appreciation event for police volunteers and members of the rapid response teams.

The Deputy President of the Supreme Court and Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, rejected the petition that sought to prevent the Minister of National Security from participating in the event.

The proliferation of new parties raises concerns about "wasted votes" — with the electoral threshold potentially standing at about 171,000 votes this time. Against the backdrop of polls predicting that no bloc has 61 mandates, the need for mergers seems more necessary than ever, yet talks between some political players have not yet matured into agreements.

Ofer Winter is establishing a party but is keeping the Likud awake at night, the fragments of the Right are threatening the integrity of the bloc, and on the other side – last-minute survival attempts threaten to reshuffle the cards.

Kaja Kallas, the High Representative of the European Union, spoke out sharply against the Israeli government and the settlement policy in the West Bank. The condemnation came against the backdrop of an Israeli tender for the construction of 1,234 housing units in the E1 area. "We call on the government of Israel to withdraw the tender," the Commissioner said.

Australia has determined that tech giants, including Google, Meta, and TikTok, will be required to pay a levy of 2.5% of local advertising revenue unless they sign commercial agreements with local media outlets.