Knesset

Knesset holds conference advocating for the disabled during wartime

The Knesset held a conference with the Purple Vest organization to discuss the wartime accessibility issues of people with disabilities.

Cognitive dissonance: Netanyahu's aggression shows he feels threatened

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's aggressive display in the Knesset shows cognitive dissonance – a state of tension when reality challenges our self-beliefs.

By DR. LIRAZ MARGALIT
27/03/2024

‘Yalla, yalla!’: Hostage families clash with MKs as Knesset to go on recess in war

The Knesset will go on recess for the Passover holiday from April 8 to May 18 despite the ongoing war in Gaza.

26/03/2024

Netanyahu coalition under strain after standoff with US over Gaza vote

Netanyahu canceled a scheduled visit to Washington by two of his most senior aides who were due to hear US ideas about operational alternatives.

By REUTERS
26/03/2024

'South Africa came to attack Israel': Anti-Israel proposals defeated at IPU

Israel's delegation, led by MK Danny Danon, successfully stopped the attempt to pass both proposals, which were ultimately voted down. 

Israeli lawmaker calls on Gantz, Eisenkot to leave the 'failed gov't'

MK Meir Cohen criticizes cabinet members Ganz and Eisenkot, stating they have little influence on the government's conduct, calling them an "oxygen balloon" for Netanyahu.

By 103FM
24/03/2024

As IDF soldiers fight on, Israeli parties call to cancel Knesset spring recess

The decision could also have political implications. One way Netanyahu's opponents are attempting to bring down the government is by having the Knesset pass a bill to disperse itself.

Israel no longer 'liberal democracy' for first time in 50 years, research institute says

Liberal democracies include the above, as well as "judicial and legislative constraints on the executive along with the protection of civil liberties and equality before the law."

  Israel Police officers seen handling protesters near the Knesset, in Jerusalem, on March 20, 2024

Police, protesters clash in Knesset after Arab MK accuses Israel of 'massacre'

Hadash-Ta'al MK and faction leader Ayman Odeh was taken out of the Knesset plenum after he made remarks opposing IDF's war in Gaza.

Teen depression (illustrative)

Social worker appreciation day: Workers want funding, not ‘thank you’s

"There is a reason that social work positions are unfilled. The social workers need to know when they will get the money," she said, referencing hundreds of unfilled positions for social workers.

19/03/2024
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