Bezalel Smotrich

Against the ongoing controversies surrounding it, hundreds of activists have arrived today in the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem.

Labor Party MK Merav Michaeli also condemned Netanyahu's approach  to the war on X for having neither political nor military goals for the war.

In a recent election poll, Gantz weakens slightly but remains stable, as voters continue to see him as a viable option for prime minister over Netanyahu.

The new initiative is meant to alleviate financial and emotional burdens so soldiers on the front lines don't have to worry about their lives back home.

"A great deal of Torah and fear of God is possible, along with responsibility, carrying a burden, and military service. We will do it together, and we are determined to do it."

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

"The European Union firmly condemns the announcement by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich that over 800 hectares of land in the occupied Palestinian territory."

The classification of the additional state land was authorized by Smotrich, through his role in the Defense Ministry with oversight of the Civil Administration.

IDF Maj.-Gen. Gadi Shamni discussed the war and criticized Bezalel Smotrich's attack on Herzi Halevi. He said the chief of staff will quit when he thinks it's safe to give the reigns over.

Netanyahu's contentious approach toward Biden risks irreversible damage to Israel-US relations; experts warn of current rift felt at White House, UN, and worldwide capitals.