‘Netanyahu will heed High Court order,’ says Zohar; Melcer: ‘Red line’ crossed
“As I know him, the prime minister will comply with the High Court decision,” Zohar said in an interview with Kan Reshet Bet. “There will not be a constitutional crisis.”
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MQG to push for fines, arrest of MKs involved in decision to ignore Supreme Court ruling
Netanyahu criticizes Gantz and Eisenkot over wartime decisions, Lebanon deal
Gov’t approves NIS 27 million for hotel construction in West Bank to promote tourism
Court: Comptroller overstepped authority in Oct. 7 investigations, several audits to be halted
The High Court ruled that State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman exceeded his authority while investigating some issues related to the October 7 massacre.
Ultra-Orthodox party paralyzes Knesset votes to force through military draft exemptions
The most recent proposal advanced is a bill that would halt the arrests of haredi draft evaders, which is set to be debated on Tuesday in the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Smotrich cancels visit to Kibbutz Be'eri following opposition by hostages' families, residents
During an interview for Nadav Perry's podcast on Sunday, Smotrich claimed a critical role in how the war played out and in bringing back the hostages from Gaza.
'You don't protect me': Former hostage's father shouts at Smotrich mid-speech
Speaking with Gideon Oko and Amichai Atali on 103FM radio, Miran criticized Smotrich over his conduct during the two years in which Israelis were held in Gaza.
Religious identity remains Israel's strongest political divide, new IDI study finds
While the relationship between religion and political affiliation remained largely stable compared to the previous election, the study identified several notable shifts between 2021 and 2022.
Israel praises Slovenia for moving embassy to Jerusalem, revoking Palestinian State recognition
Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa has visited Israel on numerous occasions, including in the immediate aftermath of the October 7 massacre.
Likud postpones primaries to August amid debate over Netanyahu’s influence on party list
While no decision has been announced on allowing Netanyahu to control the first slots, the updated rules and procedures for the primaries are expected to be released on Thursday.
Defense Ministry backs 90-freeze on haredi draft evader arrests as Israel faces coalition crisis
MKs Gafni and Deri stated that the prime minister had “made it clear at the meeting that he is committed to approving the laws and will work to advance them quickly.”
Shahar Varon to join Together's Knesset list and lead new IDF rehab program, Bennett announces
October 7 veteran Shahar Varon will be included on Together's list for the upcoming elections, serving as the leader of a new initiative to treat wounded IDF soldiers.
High Court presses Knesset on ballot secrecy after refusal to repeat comptroller vote
The court may cancel the election of Netanyahu's lawyer, Michael Rabello, asking for an explanation as to why the vote should not be annulled over an alleged breach of ballot secrecy.
