Bezalel Smotrich
Israel creeps toward West Bank annexation as election season approaches - opinion
The de facto annexation of the West Bank is the natural byproduct of a political system where words are cheap and real power operates without transparency.
If the political elite keep performing for cameras, Israel will never be able to heal - editorial
Hamas allegedly asked Mansour Abbas to ensure Netanyahu's re-election in 2021 - report
Former PM Naftali Bennett won't boycott Ben-Gvir or Smotrich, leaked recordings reveal
Netanyahu's pardon request a 'direct attempt to bypass courts,' scholars warn
Legal experts argue that using presidential clemency before a verdict would overturn long-standing norms that reserve pardons for those who have accepted responsibility.
'It will not happen': Regev opposes potential public transport price hikes - KAN News
“It will not happen under any circumstances, even if a budget is not passed,” Regev’s office said, insisting she will block any additional burden on riders without parallel service improvements.
Smotrich calls for IDF chief's dismissal over feud, argues Trump 'would have fired him in a call'
Smotrich argues that in a democracy, the IDF chief must adhere to "basic codes" and cannot publicly attack elected officials, citing the US as an example of firm accountability.
Security cabinet to establish team to implement second phase of Trump's Gaza plan
Members of the team will reportedly include National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, and Justice Minister Yariv Levin, according to Israeli media.
Knesset approves new tax benefits for IDF combat reservists
The bill, which passed 26–0 with no abstentions, will award up to four credit points, scaled to reserve duty performed in the prior tax year.
The truth of Oct. 7 cannot be whitewashed, and we cannot afford to let them try - editorial
Israel’s government faces fierce criticism after moving to create its own Oct 7 inquiry panel, raising concerns it aims to sidestep true accountability.
Activists, MKs criticize ministers chosen for c'ttee to decide October 7 probe mandate
Opposition MKs and activists slam the government’s committee to investigate the October 7 massacre, accusing the government of whitewashing. The October Council demands a state commission of inquiry.
UN Security Council to vote Monday on Gaza Strip multinational force
A clause that sparked controversy is the one in the draft resolution outlining a “pathway to a Palestinian state.”
Israel pushing for Saudi peace deal, but MBS puts Trump and America first - analysis
The real question is not only whether Israel wants normalization with Saudi Arabia - but how far Trump is willing to press both sides to achieve it.
Israel cannot set timeframe for creation of Gaza international force, Netanyahu tells cabinet
In an exchange leaked from the cabinet meeting, Netanyahu told National Missions Minister Orit Strock that he "did not know" until when a ceasefire in Gaza would hold.
