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The chairman of Degel HaTorah provided an unusual statement regarding the long-standing alliance with the Prime Minister, against the backdrop of the draft crisis and the parties' attempt to project distance ahead of the elections. Naftali Bennett attacked the statement, asserting that Gafni, Netanyahu, and Deri are equally responsible for the evasion of military service.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir has submitted his personal wealth declaration to the State Comptroller after three and a half years. The minister had previously ignored seven official reminders.

A new poll shows a shake-up in the mandate map: two new parties fail to pass the electoral threshold, the Netanyahu bloc strengthens, and Netanyahu opens a gap over Eisenkot.

Hadar Muchtar, who is preparing to run in the Likud primaries and has been trying to overcome the "waiting period" obstacle, held quiet efforts in parallel to integrate into the Otzma Yehudit list. The contacts were made discreetly, while publicly she continues to position herself as part of Likud.

MK Meir Cohen from the "Behad" party addressed the move of Yoav Seglovich to Ra'am, clarified that his party is still aiming to establish a coalition of Zionist parties, and expressed support for continuing the path with Naftali Bennett and connecting with Gadi Eisenkot.

Channel 12 political commentator Daphna Liel sparked controversy after posting details about the political alliance between Bennett and Lapid. Knesset member Merav Ben Ari responded with sharp criticism.

The young politician, currently running in the Likud party primaries, continues her efforts to secure a seat in the next Knesset. It has emerged that alongside her activities within Likud, she has been exploring the possibility of joining another party.

Netanyahu emphasized that Israel rejects the 15 points for Gaza, but major global media outlets are focusing on the "difficult election campaign" ahead of him. The BBC wrote that "it is unlikely he will want to grant concessions now," CNN claimed that the coalition is trailing in the polls, and The New York Times noted that although he promised "total victory" - Hamas still controls parts of Gaza...

Following his announcement to leave politics, the prominent Yesh Atid representative submitted his official resignation letter to Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana today. Michal Kabava Salvani is expected to take his seat in parliament.

Journalist Barak Seri cynically attacks Hadar Muchtar following Benjamin Netanyahu's decision not to shorten her qualifying period in Likud, which prevents her from running in the party's primaries.

Likud demands that Knesset members Dan Ilouz and Yuli Edelstein resign within 24 hours. If they do not do so, the party will act to convene the faction and advance a process to declare them "defectors."

The discussion was scheduled after the organization sent an official letter to the Knesset demanding an urgent debate, creating a consensus between coalition and opposition members. According to the organization, IDF veterans are forced to deal with lengthy procedures, repeated boards, and uncertainty regarding their status and rights.

Ron Huldai, Mayor of Tel Aviv-Yafo, announced in a live broadcast that he will not run for another term and shared the age at which he will leave. Later, he revealed which two candidates for Prime Minister he is deliberating between.

The Prime Minister addressed critics at the start of the cabinet meeting, reviewed the status of various war fronts, and officially rejected the 15-point document regarding the Gaza Strip.

Following the expiration of an ultimatum issued to Shas and United Torah Judaism, the 'Haredi Public' faction is discussing the possibility of running independently. Advanced talks are underway with right-wing parties and former minister Eli Yishai.

Tensions are heating up between the ruling party and two of its former senior members. Likud claims the pair are 'bitter' and working to transfer votes to the left, while the new party responds that the current Likud leadership abandons soldiers' families and perpetuates draft dodging.

Since October 7, many families have been dealing repeatedly with dozens of days of reserve duty, children's fears, and disruption of daily life. Alongside the pride in service, sharp criticism is heard regarding the exemption for the ultra-Orthodox and the support of Religious Zionism for the draft law.

Yoav Horowitz, former Chief of Staff and Director General of the Prime Minister's Office, appeared before the cameras and expressed criticism of the Prime Minister and his wife. Guy Peleg took a jab at the former senior official in Netanyahu's office: "Too late, too weak".

The Knesset will pay at least 676 thousand shekels to six new MKs who will enter the Knesset during a period when it is in election recess. During this time, parliamentary activity is almost non-existent.

Drama unfolds between the list partners: Hadash, Ta'al, and Balad. At the center is Ahmad Tibi's Ta'al, which is disappointed with its allocated seats and is demanding an improved offer.

Ahead of the US midterm elections, Donald Trump is attempting to avoid further entanglement with Iran to protect his party's majority in Congress. Meanwhile, Tehran believes that political and economic pressures will constrain the president, while anti-Israel sentiment continues to rise within the Democratic Party.

Guy Lehrer addressed the harsh reactions to a PUSH website post regarding Likud primaries. He criticized the party's supporters, suggesting their vote is driven by a "magical love for the commander."

Yoav Horowitz's revelation about the demand to have employees sign a loyalty form to the Netanyahu family is sparking stormy reactions, with a Channel 14 commentator accusing him of a humiliating performance for political gain.

The party launched an initiative to place directional signs in the northern Samaria region. The signs were placed, among other places, in the area of Mevo Dotan, Emek Dotan, Homesh, and Sa-Nur. The party says the move is also intended to strengthen the connection between visitors and the renewed settlement in the area.

The chairman of the new party on the right, whose name has not yet been revealed, stated in an interview with 103FM that according to research conducted among voters, the size of the list could grow to a double-digit number of mandates. "The potential will grow if there is an understanding that a narrow government is a damage for the coming years," added Erdan.

The political system continues to storm around the move by Gilad Ardan and his new party. In an interview with 103FM, he explained why he left Likud after 30 years, revealed that he rejected an offer for a high spot on the list, and presented his line on the issue of conscription and the next government.

An associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has launched a scathing critique of Likud MKs and ministers, claiming that many of them risk being left out of the next parliamentary list. He argued that due to their fear of speaking out and internal turmoil, a significant portion of the current faction will not return to the Knesset.

Muhammad Majadla revealed that alongside contacts to add Yoav Segalovitz to Ra'am, former senior officials and security figures from the Jewish sector have approached Mansour Abbas. The party is considering a broad revolution, but the schedule is tight and obstacles remain.

Businessman Roni Maane shared a video of Gadi Eisenkot on X and attacked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, presenting what he calls the Likud's "campaign of lies and fear."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the opening of the 2026 state budget to lock in security spending for the next 13 years. The Ministry of Finance describes the move as unprecedented and politically motivated.

From road safety to infrastructure investment: we analyzed the performance of Transport Minister Miri Regev. Rising road fatalities and mixed budget execution contrast with the recovery of public transport usage. The 'Performance Traffic Light' — a special project.

In recordings from a home gathering obtained by ynet, former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen discussed the political landscape and the state of the organization. He advocated for the 'Accused Law,' expressed concerns regarding the Shin Bet's current leadership, and stated that a Palestinian state is currently irrelevant.

Chairman of the "Miluimnikim" ("Reservists") party, Yoaz Hendel, presented today (Saturday) a structured vision regarding the need for deep change in the country's leadership following the events of October 7. Hendel, who grew up in Elkana in Samaria in a religious-Zionist home, moved away from a religious lifestyle over the years but emphasizes that he never moved away from the values and Jewish...

A right-wing activist tried to confront the former Chief of Staff over his criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu, but was met with a sharp and unusual response that went viral within hours.

The Religious Zionism party is moving on the thin line between political survival and failure, and Zehut is betting on self-confidence that history does not necessarily support. Together, however, the two could become a real electoral force.

Maayan, mother of the soldier who was killed by an IDF strike while in Hamas captivity, wrote an angry post on Facebook. According to her, her daughter is enlisting in a combat unit, but if the "government of the massacre and the draft dodgers" remains in power, she will not send her and will ensure others do the same.

Every Saturday night, protest organizations hold a demonstration in Tel Aviv demanding the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7 and for equality in the burden of service. Among the speakers: the parents of Itay Chen, Prof. Uzi Arad, and retired Major General David Tzur. The organizers: "Stand on guard."

Defense Minister Katz left the cabinet meeting to attend the wedding of the son of the mayor of Kiryat Ata - and that same evening also arrived at the engagement of the son of Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto, who served a year in prison for bribery. Along with him, ministers Kish, Amsalem, Zohar, and Silman, Knesset Speaker Ohana, and former Mossad chief Dadi Barnea were also documented. Silman: "I received...

Ahead of the UN General Assembly, the New York Police Department has expressed concern over Mayor Zoran Mamdani's rhetoric. The mayor's previous calls for the arrest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have, according to law enforcement, created additional security challenges.

After the Supreme Court ordered the Justice Minister to clarify his plans regarding the PID head appointment during the election period, it emerged that Yariv Levin intends to proceed. He argues that the law was passed before the election announcement and cites the precedent of Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi's appointment. Constitutional law experts criticize the move, claiming the minister aims to...