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Lieberman addresses his conviction for assaulting a 12-year-old: "I was restoring order"
A quarter of a century after being convicted of assaulting a minor and making threats, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman returns to the violent incident in the settlement of Nokdim and refuses to apologize. In an interview with Asnaim to be broadcast tomorrow on Reshet 13, Lieberman presents the assault as "restoring order" and downplays the court's findings that he hit a 12-year-old...

Lieberman: 'I expect the bloc to unite all lists. A merger with Eisenkot? No possibility'
At the 'Time for Decision: Democracy and Society' conference held by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth in collaboration with the Israel Democracy Institute, Avigdor Lieberman called on opposition parties to unite to prevent wasted votes. He ruled out any merger with Gadi Eisenkot, citing his vague stance on sitting with Benjamin Netanyahu as unacceptable.

Yisrael Beiteinu threatens right-wing activist with lawsuit: "False claims"
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.

Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot make unusual request to Avigdor Lieberman
The opposition camp is stepping up its efforts: Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett have made an urgent appeal to Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman. Here are the details of this surprising move.

Death threats against Avigdor Lieberman: "We will send you back to Russia with a bullet in the head"
A series of death threats were sent in recent days to Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman. The party has filed an official complaint with the Knesset Sergeant-at-Arms and transferred all evidence to law enforcement for investigation.

Recruitment of young Haredim to specialized IDF tracks has begun
Avigdor Lieberman arrived at the recruitment center to support the recruits and sent a firm message against draft dodgers. At the same time, the IDF presented the range of units, from combat to technology, to which the new recruits are assigned.

The Eisenkot bypass: Lapid and Lieberman met in Nokdim
Lapid and Lieberman agreed to focus on responsibility for the October 7 massacre, the cost of living, the loss of governance, and Israel's international standing. The meeting took place with Bennett's knowledge, and in the background, coordination between him and Lieberman is strengthening ahead of the day after the elections. One possibility: a joint move that would require Eisenkot to waive the...

After four years in the Knesset: MK Sharon Nir of Yisrael Beiteinu is dropping out of the race
Sharon Nir informed party chairman Avigdor Lieberman that she will not run in the elections for the 26th Knesset. "Over the past four years, it has been my privilege to work for the citizens of Israel during a period of intense war," she stated.

Two days after party launch: Ofer Winter overtakes Avigdor Lieberman
Bettors on Polymarket determine: the chairman of the "Amha Yisrael" party, Ofer Winter, overtakes the chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, Avigdor Lieberman, in the race for prime minister.

Avigdor Lieberman changes his tune: Yair Golan gets a hug
Against the backdrop of preparations for the 26th Knesset elections, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman is changing his tune, offering surprising praise for the military record of The Democrats' chairman, Yair Golan.

"Racism is not entertainment": Avigdor Lieberman against the broadcasting corporation
A promo for the new season of "Four Weddings" sparked a storm following a statement by one of the participants against Russian and Amharic speakers. "They have lost their minds - racism is a red line," attacked Avigdor Lieberman, while MK Vladimir Beliak called on the corporation to "remove the racist from the screen and apologize." On behalf of Kan 11 it was stated: "This is a humorous program...

Elections in 2027: A scenario that is no longer imaginary
Israel's political landscape is stuck in a cycle reminiscent of 2019 rather than 1992. Research shows that repeat elections are becoming a way for politicians to avoid breaking campaign promises. If we believe the statements of party leaders, repeat elections are becoming a very real prospect.

Strategic collapse in the Galilee
As the Jewish presence is shrinking in large areas, while Arab settlements are spreading over vast territories, the security threat is already visible on the horizon.
Yisrael Beiteinu expands: Yonatan Yakubovich joins Avigdor Lieberman
Advocate Yonatan Yakubovich, who served as a member of the Herzliya City Council on behalf of the National Unity party, joins Yisrael Beiteinu and expresses support for Avigdor Lieberman: "The leader Israel needs at this time." His joining comes about two weeks after the joining of Lili Ben-Ami.
Avigdor Lieberman: "One-hit wonder parties are the main reason for our defeat"
The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman gave an interview to 103FM, sharply criticizing the emergence of new political parties and stating that this trend caused the loss of votes in the last elections.

Minister Ze'ev Elkin reveals offer from Avigdor Lieberman
Minister of Finance Ze'ev Elkin revealed in an interview with Oded Menashe that he received an offer from Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman to join his party. Elkin emphasized that he does not intend to leave Likud, even if he fails to secure a realistic spot in the primaries.

Avigdor Lieberman: "We Will Not Join a Minority Government"
The chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu has ruled out the possibility of establishing a government relying on fewer than 61 Knesset members. In an interview with Galei Tzahal, he clarified that his party would not participate in any coalition lacking a full parliamentary majority.
Netanyahu fears Edelstein: Likud reveals the former political partner they tried to 'crown' in his place
MK Nissim Vaturi claimed that attempts to oust Netanyahu had been made in the past, and mentioned a move he said was intended to 'crown Avigdor Lieberman in Likud.' In the background: concerns in Netanyahu's circle about internal organization after the primaries.
Politics has entered the pilot season: the cast is ready, but where is the script? | Adv. Ilana Shoshan
Much like Hollywood, party leaders in Israel are casting their lists – but here it is unclear what the script is.
Lieberman: "I have formulated a solution to the prime minister question that everyone will agree to"
Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman revealed in an interview with "Maariv" that he has prepared a framework for the premiership that the entire opposition bloc will support. He also criticized small parties for running independently, warning that they will fail to pass the electoral threshold.
"He deserves a bullet in the head, that son of a b***h": Wave of threats against Lieberman intensifies
The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman and his family members were mentioned in a series of harsh comments online, including death wishes and calls for harm. The party claims an ongoing escalation and says that dozens of threats have been documented recently.

The question Bennett refuses to answer - and the political scenario that will change the country
Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman refuse to commit to supporting the leader of the bloc who receives the most mandates. Lieberman explicitly states that Gadi Eizenkot is "not yet ripe" for the premiership. Are they preparing the ground for a government led by them?
"Busy with his coronation": Sharp criticism in the "Change Bloc" against Eisenkot
Senior officials claim that Gadi Eisenkot's pressure to establish his candidacy is harming the camp. According to them, instead of preparing for the risk of defectors and backing the Democrats party, the preoccupation with a personal campaign is paralyzing staff work.

Bennett's change of direction, and the trap awaiting Eisenkot
As polls shift, arguments change: once Bennett asked everyone to rally behind him, now the demand has relocated. The knitted-kippah public is on its way to a historic record, time to move from being Avraham Fried to Hanan Ben-Ari. To be worthy: Oren Smadja joins politics.

"The sense of security has decreased": Residents of the Gaza envelope fear the strengthening of Hamas
Ilanit Siyusa, a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, told Walla that she "does not currently see the restoration of the sense of security." Yael Raz-Lahiani, a resident of Nahal Oz who returned to her home, shared: "The residents' sense of security is decreasing; on one hand, there is a reduction in military forces, and on the other, the strengthening of Hamas."

First Strike in Gaza Requiring Chief of Staff Approval
First report: The elimination of a squad commander planning attacks against IDF forces in the Strip was approved by the Chief of Staff. The army stated the strike was carried out to remove an immediate threat, noting: "There are clear instructions from the political echelon within the framework of the negotiations."

Likud against Lieberman: "He is knowingly lying and harming the country's security"
The Likud party published a sharp response to the statements of Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman, accusing him of knowingly lying and demonstrating incompetence regarding security matters. The party refuted Lieberman's claims regarding agreements with Hamas, IDF deployment in the Gaza Strip, and the extent of American influence on Israeli military decisions.

Avigdor Lieberman supports tennis club owner: "Do not cut off his livelihood"
Aylon Levy, a father of 10 and a grandfather, has managed the tennis club in Hod HaSharon since 1999. According to him, the owners of the Sportan complex raised the rent fourfold following an offer from another company. About 30 parents and children arrived to protest the decision, and Avigdor Lieberman also visited to play and support him.

Interview with Yashar! party member, political storm, and clarification: "Confusion"
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen stated that up to 30% of Haredim could be exempted from service in the next government. Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman criticized the statement, insisting on universal conscription. The Yashar! party clarified that the remarks stemmed from confusion between the percentage of Haredim within their community and their share of the general population.

"What we see behind us is a return to October 7, 2023"
Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman arrived at the Kerem Shalom crossing and declared: "We are in a complete return to the same conception and containment." Accompanied by party members, the former defense minister claimed: "Israel currently cannot move a pin without coordinating it with the USA."
There were enough people in Likud to replace Benjamin Netanyahu, but internal disagreements prevented it
Knesset member Dan Illouz, who left Likud for Yisrael Beiteinu, stated that a significant portion of the Likud faction sought to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, but failed to agree on a successor.

Dan Illouz Resigns from Knesset: "The Personal Price is Heavy"
Knesset member Dan Illouz submitted his official resignation from the 25th Knesset to Speaker Amir Ohana on Tuesday. The move follows his departure from the Likud party to join Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu. Per legal requirements, the resignation takes effect within 48 hours, with Shabtai Katesh expected to replace him.

Lieberman overtakes Bennett for the first time: Global bettors are deciding the elections
Two and a half months ago, former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett led the betting tables with the highest odds for the 2026 premiership, but since then he has seen a sharp decline, reaching a low of only 5%, while Lieberman has overtaken him for the first time. Who is the leading candidate?
An Open Letter to Lieberman: Isn't It Time to Recalculate the Route? | Yossi Achimeir
Isn't it time to recalculate the route? To become a future partner in a national-centrist government composed of the Likud — with or without Netanyahu — and Eisenkot?
The Magician 2.0: Lieberman Has Cracked Netanyahu's Method
While Bennett, Eisenkot, and 'Likud B' capture the spotlight, Avigdor Lieberman is quietly building a young right-wing team, aiming to lead the bloc. Meanwhile, a question for the 120 Knesset members: what have you actually done to combat the cost of living?
One week revealed everything: the harsh claims against Netanyahu, the conscription law, and the money for the Haredim
The show of humiliation known as the Likud primaries broke records of populism — and we will all pay the economic price. Immediately after the establishment of the new government, a tax reform is urgently needed.

Attempt to use student funds for political campaign sparks criticism
Channel 14 News reported on Thursday about a storm within the student union following allegations of an attempt to fund a large-scale election campaign using student money. Union Chairperson Sivan Koren proposed a program including conferences and digital media activities, which opponents argue violates the union's bylaws by using public funds for political purposes.

MK who left Likud for Lieberman: "Netanyahu failed in leading the country, he must go home"
Knesset member Dan Illouz announced his resignation from the Knesset following his departure from the Likud party. Illouz claimed that "Likud under Netanyahu's leadership has become the execution contractor for Deri and Goldknopf," and stated that those who wish to follow the path of Begin and Jabotinsky can no longer support today's Likud.
"They will take serious steps": Haim Ramon warns of possible moves by Bennett and Lieberman
Ahead of the elections, Haim Ramon estimates that no bloc will reach 61 seats, and that Eisenkot will be able to form a government with the external support of the Arab parties, while Netanyahu will remain without a majority.
Mandate poll: Eisenkot returns to the top - Lieberman strengthens
A Channel 13 poll places Eisenkot's party in first place and the opposition bloc at 58 mandates, compared to 51 for the coalition. A merger between Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz receives 7 mandates, but the majority of the public opposes including Ra'am in the government.

MK who left Likud joins Lieberman's party
MK Dan Illouz is joining Yisrael Beiteinu. He was one of the most prominent critics of the draft exemption law, stating that Likud has become a contractor for Deri and Goldknopf.

From Labor primaries to Yisrael Beiteinu: "Since October 7, everyone has moved to the right, and so have I"
Lili Ben-Ami, founder of the Michal Sela Forum, named after her sister who was murdered by her husband, shares with Ynet her decision to return to political life and join Yisrael Beiteinu: "I am coming to influence, not for positions or chairs. Who is voicing the concerns of women at risk in the Knesset today?"

Lily Ben-Ami joins Yisrael Beiteinu: "We will lead the country to where it needs to be"
The founder of the Michal Sela Forum for the prevention of violence against women has joined the Yisrael Beiteinu party. Ben-Ami established the organization following the murder of her sister. In 2019, she ran for the Knesset with the Labor Party.

Lieberman's slip of the tongue exposes the 'Only Not Bibi' camp's trick
Say a big thank you to Avigdor Lieberman for a rare moment of political candor. When asked about Yair Golan, he couldn't help but say: 'I would be happy to praise him, just let him be quiet. That is his greatest contribution to our victory.' This 'just be quiet' advice perfectly captures the strategy of his political camp.

Without Haredim and Arabs: Avigdor Lieberman's political vision
Following a rise in recent polls, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman has unveiled his plan for a new government, which includes a mandatory conscription law for all citizens and a two-term limit for the Prime Minister.

Lieberman on Yair Golan: "I would be happy to praise him, just let him be quiet"
The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman said he would not agree to a government in which the Democrats would receive the defense, internal security, or justice portfolios. And why is he attacking him? "Let him be quiet - that is his greatest contribution to our victory."

Singer Sparks Political Storm: "They Should Have Cut His Head Off"
A controversial statement by a well-known Hasidic singer against Avigdor Lieberman has caused an unprecedented uproar. The Yisrael Beiteinu party responded with a sharp condemnation of the incitement.

Fuel prices soar: Avigdor Lieberman attacks the government
Ahead of the fuel price hike at midnight, the Yisrael Beiteinu chairman criticized the government, claiming it has chosen not to intervene in the rising costs. According to him, during his tenure as Minister of Finance, measures were taken to prevent such price increases.

“I Asked Golan: Is Bibi Paying Your Salary?”: Lieberman in a Candid Interview
The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman is set to run for Prime Minister, pledging to rehabilitate the economy and implement universal national service. “We will have to repeal all anti-democratic laws passed in the recent legislative blitz,” he stated.

Dramatic Scenes: Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Attempt to Storm Secular Cafe in Jerusalem
Unusual clashes occurred this morning in Jerusalem between ultra-Orthodox protesters and patrons of the "Ba-Smita" cafe, who are protesting against the establishment's operation on Shabbat. Police used force to disperse the crowd.