Bezalel Smotrich
Daughter of National Missions Minister Orit Strock found dead, police investigate case
The circumstances surrounding Shoshana’s death remain unclear. She was reportedly found dead in her home in northern Israel. Police have opened an investigation into the case.
As political pressure mounts, Netanyahu delays controversial haredi draft law - opinion
Israel brief to ICJ rejecting genocide claims likely delayed by Iran war
Israel's political Right celebrates Sde Teiman case dismissal as rights groups condemn it
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.
Right-wing lawmakers pressure Netanyahu to reject Palestinian state recognition
The statements by the ministers come after Palestinian statehood was recognized by numerous foreign countries, as well as in a UNSC draft from last week.
Netanyahu, Smotrich reach agreement on IDF reservist tax benefits bill
As a result of the bill's advancement, the Religious Zionist Party will return to voting with the coalition after nearly one week of halting votes.
