Politics

Walla's exposure regarding the placement of ten medical nurses in schools across the country has reached the doors of the Supreme Court. A petition was filed on behalf of the Yahal association against the Ministry of Education, claiming that the emerging program endangers children with allergies: "The safety of helpless children is not a field for 'trial and error'."

The chairman of the "Yashar!" party is heard in a recording from a closed meeting declaring that he would prefer 63 mandates from Zionist parties, but does not shy away from relying on Ra'am if he does not achieve this. Regarding criticism from the right against him and Yair Golan, he stated: "Netanyahu and his mouthpieces are delegitimizing an excellent military man."

The Public Complaints Commissioner at the Second Authority has published a sharp letter against the Reshet 13 presenter following his remarks against Yoseph Haddad, officially determining that it was a racist statement that should not have been made, but emphasizing that Raviv Drucker apologized for his words.

Protest activists placed offensive posters along the route Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana's children walk to school on their first day of class. Ohana condemned the act as cruel and unacceptable.

The Movement for Quality Government sought to ban the free distribution of "The Minister Who Didn't Stop," an illustrated children's book in rhyme about the Minister of National Security. Judge Noam Solberg requested a response from Itamar Ben Gvir and the Otzma Yehudit party regarding the issue of gift-giving and ultimately rejected the petition.

Just one week before the closing of the lists, a new Channel 12 News poll reveals a turnaround at the top, strengthening for Netanyahu, and a total collapse of some of the most familiar names in Israeli politics below the electoral threshold.

The Democrats party harshly criticized the Prime Minister's wife, Sara Netanyahu, following her interview on Channel 14. In their statement, they accused her of spreading conspiracy theories against Yair Golan.

The Prime Minister's wife questioned the conduct of the Democrats party leader on the morning of the Hamas attack, claiming he arrived in the south at a time when others were unaware. When asked about the betrayal theory, she refused to comment directly but criticized the demand for a state commission of inquiry: "They want an investigation whose results are known in advance."

Following Meir Cohen, MK Mickey Levy of Yesh Atid has announced he will not run for the next Knesset. He will be appointed as the head of the party's tribunal.

The organization "Emet LeYaakov BeIsrael" filed a petition today (Monday) to the Supreme Court demanding the equal application of enforcement mechanisms and sanctions on all those who do not report for military service, rather than focusing them solely on the Haredi public. In the petition, filed through attorney Yehuda Abeles, it is claimed that the state operates economic and civil enforcement...

The Likud party published a sharp response on Monday against Knesset member Tali Gottlieb following her remarks regarding the party leadership. The party rejected her claims, stating that the allegation of a hidden plea bargain is an "absolute lie, devoid of any basis."

A close associate of Benjamin Netanyahu called for giving the US Vice President a "warm welcome". Ron Dermer revealed that J.D. Vance played a critical role in the war against Iran. Regarding Gaza, he stated: "We will not allow Hamas to remain there," and described the Iranian regime as being "on its way to the dustbin of history."

The organization for bringing Israelis from abroad to the polling stations is expanding — and comes after similar initiatives already sparked political criticism.

The head of the council notified the Ministry of Interior of the end of his tenure ahead of his entry into the position of Chairman of the Board of Amidar. Idan was first elected in 2012 by a margin of only three votes. In recent years, he was one of the most prominent voices in the Gaza Envelope demanding a change in the security concept. The race for the position is already beginning.

Degel HaTorah is expected to demand ministerial positions in the next government. The decision marks a historical shift, as for decades its members refrained from demanding ministerial roles based on a minority perception.

Tamir Idan was considered a sharp voice who often criticized the security conduct in the Gaza envelope. "The residents of the envelope do not need more promises - they need certainty," he said in response to a kite that crossed into Israel. Additionally, he established a settlement in the name of the murdered head of the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council, "in order to honor his memory."

The Likud MK, who reached 12th place in the primaries, said: "I will not agree to be a doormat. The Prime Minister took the advice of his entourage to carry out a targeted assassination of me in the primaries. I was elected to lead to governance, and he decided to push me to a hidden corner in the back. It is his right." She clarified that for now, she has not received an offer.

The Prime Minister's son does not retract his support for Argentina on the Falkland Islands issue and directly attacks the British public. In a new tweet, he accuses the Labour government of hostility and antisemitism towards Israel and compares the remote islands to Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem.

Ra'am Chairman Mansour Abbas announced that former Deputy Minister of Public Security Yoav Saglovich will join the party's list. Saglovich, a former police commissioner, rejected claims that the move signals political weakness, asserting that political unity is essential for the country's progress.

The state has notified the Supreme Court that the appointments committee will convene to discuss two female candidates for external director positions at Israel Railways. This move aims to resolve the unprecedented management crisis within the company.

The "Amha Yisrael" party held its first meeting at Kibbutz Be'eri. Party chairman Ofer Winter called for promoting emigration from Gaza and achieving a swift victory.

The Yisrael Beiteinu party and its chairman, MK Avigdor Lieberman, sent a pre-litigation warning letter today (Monday) to right-wing activist Rami Ben Yehuda. The letter demands that Ben Yehuda remove a post he shared on the X network within 24 hours, cease its distribution, and publish a denial, correction, and apology.

Despite seven reminders, Minister of Education Yoav Kish remains the only minister finishing a full term without having submitted a capital declaration. The Movement for Freedom of Information has raised concerns regarding the lack of transparency and failure to comply with legal requirements.

Until now, representatives of Degel HaTorah have avoided sitting at the government table for principled reasons, including the ministries' responsibility for the desecration of the Sabbath. MK Moshe Gafni is expected to head the United Torah Judaism list in the elections.

Three Force 100 soldiers, represented by the Honenu organization, have filed an 18 million shekel civil lawsuit in the Jerusalem District Court regarding the Sde Teiman affair. The defendants include former Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, State Attorney Amit Aisman, various state and military bodies, and Channel 12 reporter Guy Peleg.

After it was revealed that tickets for her concerts were sold on Saturday on Ticketmaster and a wave of criticism arose, MK Avi Maoz backs the singer who caused the closure of the "Adika" website over the weekend.

An amendment to the law has expanded the registrar's powers in the fight against crime in the industry. A court ruling clarifies how a decision based on classified information is made and what the oversight mechanisms are.

Ahead of presenting the joint list with Naftali Bennett, the Yesh Atid chairman is carrying out a deep reorganization within the party. While some MKs will keep their spots, a series of senior figures have resigned or were pushed back, while others wait for the final decision, expected by the end of the week.

Likud and Yashar are leading this week in the use of artificial intelligence in election propaganda, but small parties are also discovering the potential of the new tools. At the same time, two videos suspected of using AI have already reached the Central Elections Committee and were removed. "The AI behind the elections" - a new column.

Former minister Meir Cohen, one of the party's veterans, announced that he will not run on the "Beichad" list of Bennett and Lapid for the next Knesset. He will be appointed chairman and president of the Yesh Atid conference.

Brigadier General (res.) Dedi Simhi, who joined forces with Benny Gantz in the "Blue and White" party, declared on "Galey Israel" radio that he will not risk votes and will withdraw if the party hovers around the electoral threshold. "In the end, only one list will remain in the bloc," he emphasized.

After the committee recommended providing security for Gadi Eisenkot, a decision regarding the chairman of The Democrats is expected today. The party claims political motives and threatens to petition the Supreme Court: "Responsibility for his life lies with Benjamin Netanyahu and the head of the Shin Bet"

The Prime Minister's son claimed that the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina, sparking a harsh reaction from the British right. Journalist Konstantin Kisin called the statement "stupid and childish."

A new and tough formula will allow for the imposition of heavy financial sanctions on cellular companies that fail reception tests on roads, with a violating company receiving only four months to rectify the situation.

Adina Bar-Shalom and Rivka Chikotai claimed that the memorial service for their father had become an "election rally" funded by the state. The two called for the responsibility for the events to be transferred to the family: "To hold a state and worthy memorial service - and not an election."

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich addressed the controversy surrounding Givati soldiers who refused to board an armored personnel carrier with a female paramedic, declaring his support for the soldiers. He stated that they were upholding their religious values and announced his intention to demand answers from the IDF regarding the disciplinary actions taken.

Against the backdrop of the issue of drafting yeshiva students and the arrests of young men who did not report for service in the IDF, the Haredi sector is promoting a new initiative designed to provide financial support to yeshiva students who will be arrested due to their non-enlistment.

The chairman of the Religious Zionism party backed 16 Givati Brigade soldiers who refused to board an Namer APC after learning she would join them: "They insisted on their right and duty to serve while maintaining their values and faith." He declared he would intervene after the IDF announced they would be sent to military prison: "I hoped the army would come to its senses."

From street provocations to a paid job: Mordechai David, known for harassing senior figures in the judicial and political system, will join Itamar Ben Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party. These are the other activists who will receive jobs at the party headquarters | All the details

Mordechai David, known for harassing public figures and judges, is expected to receive a paid position in the youth headquarters of the Otzma Yehudit party, sparking a major controversy.