Yashar to safeguard Law of Return, cut bureaucracy, address needs of olim in next gov't - exclusive
One of Yashar's focuses would be on improving services for elderly olim and ensuring better translation of Hebrew websites into different languages.
Israel Politics
High Court criticizes Knesset retreat on polling stations in nursing homes
Likud court freezes Netanyahu's reserved slot on party list for Haim Katz
MK Dan Illouz quits Knesset after switch to Yisrael Beytenu, haredi man takes Likud spot
Ex-hostage’s mother Einav Zangauker says Golan broke promise to add her to Democrats’ Knesset slate
The left-wing Democrats Party finalized its Knesset slate last month after more than 97,000 of its registered members voted in internal primaries to determine which candidates would be on the list.
Israeli ex-security officials contact Abbas as potential Segalovitz move attracts Jewish candidates
"Recently, several people approached Ra'am following the negotiations with Yoav Segalovitz. A group was formed specifically of former senior officials and others," Muhammad Majadle said.
Netanyahu ally predicts half of Likud lawmakers will lose seats, 'watch Knesset on TV'
The associate went on to argue that because they had been afraid to speak out openly, many would fail to secure places on the party's next list.
Israeli gov't abandoned PR war, needs ‘army of hasbara’ led by ‘chief of staff’ - interview
"I know exactly what should be done," said Erdan. "I have a comprehensive plan on how we should work there to portray Israel in the right way, [and] how to be on the offensive."
Israel shifts right, but Netanyahu's coalition is losing ground: Here's why - analysis
The Israeli public has moved right, but the parties of the Right are losing support, creating a battle for millions of voters who could determine the next government.
Tropper-Hendel alliance to demand National Security Ministry portfolio in next gov't
Former ministers Chili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel vowed at the launch of The Zionist Home-The Reservists party to establish a “broad Zionist government” if they were to join a coalition.
MK Dan Illouz joins Yisrael Beytenu after Likud departure, says Netanyahu ‘failed country’
"I am joining Yisrael Beiteinu because it is the party that today represents the national and liberal values in which I believe,” Illouz was quoted as saying by the party.
High Court freezes Finance Committee budget transfers over procedural flaws
Justice Alex Stein’s order blocks the implementation of all transfers approved during Tuesday’s session, except for funding designated for civilian emergency expenses.
'Arabs want to live': Left-wing protesters attempt to breach Religious Zionist party headquarters
Party members were instructed by their leadership not to leave their offices, and Israel Police are en route to the scene.
Knesset panel approves budget transfer of NIS 270 million to haredi education during recess
The committee approved a total of approximately NIS 1 billion in budget allocations for the Education Ministry, the Settlement and National Missions Ministry, and the Religious Services Ministry.
