Legislation

Tough anti-Smoking bill nearing passage

Israelis' level of trust in the judicial system at 17-year low, report finds

The data show that only 18% of the public express a high level of trust in the judicial system, compared with 33% who express a low level of trust.

Regev attacks screening of controversial film as loyalty bill stalls

State attorney said the legislation would significantly harm freedom of expression in Israel.

Ministers vote to fine prostitution customers thousands of shekels

The advantage of the government-sponsored bill is that funding to enforce the law and rehabilitate sex workers has the government's support in advance.

No decision from security cabinet on death penalty for terrorists

Former brigadier-general Lior Akerman said that while the death penalty may serve a desire for vengeance, it will not deter attacks and will give the terrorists “international legitimization."

LGBT campaign snowballs as hundreds of companies support nationwide strike

Protest activities are set to take place all day throughout the country at major intersections and in front of government offices.

It's law: Pregnant women no longer need to wait in line

The law, initiated by Joint List MK Yousef Jabarin, was passed unanimously by 48 MKs.

'Breaking the Silence' bill passed into law

"Organizations that undermine Israel and besmirch IDF soldiers will no longer be able to reach Israeli students," Education Minister Naftali Bennett said.

Facebook anti-incitement bill advanced to final readings

The bill was initiated by Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked (Bayit Yehudi) and Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan (Likud).

Orthodox group asks for no compromise on Kotel

They asked Netanyahu and Steinitz to follow the lead of Regev, who declined to authorize plans to change anything at the Western Wall.