Knesset passes in first reading bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law
The wording in the proposal emphasizes Torah study as “a fundamental value in the heritage of the Jewish people and in the State of Israel.”
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Son of rabbi who verbally attacked IDF chief says father receives no state funding whatsoever
Judicial Selection Committee picks 26 more judges, registrars after extended freeze
Noam Shapira appointed first Director of National Public Diplomacy Staff since before October 7
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Ben-Gvir-backed 'muezzin bill' to limit mosque loudspeakers passes preliminary Knesset reading
The bill's proposal argues that in many Muslim countries there are clear restrictions on noise levels, and "some countries have almost entirely prohibited the use of loudspeaker systems in mosques."
Oct. 7 alternative inquiry bill will reach first reading Monday, gov’t tells High Court
The Knesset would first seek to appoint a six-member panel with the support of 80 MKs, though the revisions also allow the commission to operate with as few as three members.
Melcer warns election integrity, press freedom at risk ahead of next vote
Melcer also warned of AI entering the picture, adding that Israel should prepare for attempts at foreign or domestic interference in elections.
Court temporarily freezes Rabello's appointment as state comptroller, pending future ruling
The High Court of Justice temporarily froze Michael Rabello's appointment as state comptroller, days before he was set to take office, pending a final ruling in the legal challenge.
Former PM Bennett unveils plan to lower Israel’s cost of living if victorious in Knesset election
The Together Party's proposal targets monopolies, import restrictions, and barriers to competition.
Gadi Eisenkot launches Yashar! Knesset election campaign, vows to govern for all Israelis
Gadi Eisenkot launched Yashar!’s election campaign, presenting plans on security, the economy, education, national service, PTSD care, and immigration as the party rises in polls.
Smotrich says plans for northern Gaza settlements await Netanyahu's approval
The finance minister’s statements calling for West Bank and Gaza annexation often draw sharp international condemnation, as well as criticism for harming Israel’s global standing.
Rothman kicks deputy attorney-general out of Knesset panel debating contentious A-G split bill
The removal incident took place during a debate on the bill, in which five of the attorney general's deputies made a rare joint appearance to present their opposition.
'A national disgrace': Netanyahu, MKs decry rabbi who hurled abuse at Zamir at anti-draft rally
On Monday, the rabbi verbally attacked Zamir, saying, "may his name and memory be erased," after a soldier was sent to prison because he wore a 'Messiah' patch.
Simchi vows to push unity gov't, enlistment in new political alliance with Gantz
Simchi also rejected claims that a vote for his party would effectively amount to a vote for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
