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Former PM Bennett backs civil marriage, public transport on Shabbat in Israel

BY KESHET NEEV — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:49:08 GMT

Naftali Bennett’s remarks in favor of civil marriage and public transport on Shabbat draw praise from left-wing figures but face sharp criticism from haredi parties.

Miki Zohar released after being questioned by police for 11 hours over Histadrut corruption affair

BY ALON HACHMON AND JAMES GENN — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:41:45 GMT

Zohar is considered close to Ezra Gabay, the businessman identified as a central suspect in the case.

Reservists Party vows to form Zionist government, discusses potential alliance with Gantz

BY KESHET NEEV — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:21:09 GMT

The Reservists Party is working toward a Zionist government, with talks underway for a potential alliance with Benny Gantz’s Blue and White ahead of the 2026 elections.

Supreme Court justices accuse Levin of deepening judge shortage as appointments clash escalates

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:17:05 GMT

The Sunday letter, replying to Levin’s Judicial Selection Committee notice, said he had finally acknowledged, after delay, the harm caused by failing to convene the committee and fill posts.

Small nations, strong ties: Fiji’s ambassador talks faith, friendship, and Israel - interview

BY MICHAEL FREUND — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:02:06 GMT

In an interview with the Magazine, Ambassador Jesoni Vitusagavulu explained the strategic - as well as spiritual - reasons behind Fiji’s support for Israel.

Netanyahu's coalition struggles to close gap against opposition for third week - poll

BY MOSHE COHEN — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:47:46 GMT

While there was no significant movement between the blocs, in the opposition, Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar! party lost one seat to the Democrats.

Bennett launches national disability inclusion plan, pledges accessibility reforms if elected

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:12:13 GMT

Bennett said at a Bnei Brak event that there are 1.2 million people with disabilities in Israel, and that the state has been failing to integrate them into society.

Eisenkot unveils aliyah plan to bring two million olim by 2048, vows to cut bureaucracy

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:33:37 GMT

Eisenkot’s Yashar! party has been gaining support in recent polls, with the former IDF chief of staff describing himself as a "very strong candidate.”

Israeli court gives Ben-Gvir 10 days to explain why he blocked police officer's promotion

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:01:37 GMT

The order came just one day after Ben-Gvir’s legal representatives spent hours before the High Court of Justice defending against petitions seeking his removal from office.

Police, prosecution trade blame over protest-related court losses

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:20:28 GMT

A public dispute broke out between Israel Police and the State Attorney’s Office over the handling of protest cases, with police accusing the prosecution of abandoning officers.

Ofer Golan steps down from his role as Netanyahu's spokesman, advisor after decade of service

BY IDAN KWELLER — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:58:44 GMT

"Over the years, Ofer has been a partner in the journey. He acted with great professionalism and dedication, with full commitment and discretion," Prime Minister Netanyahu said about Golan.

'Only those who serve decide': Reservists Party launches campaign against haredi, Arab parties

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:40:46 GMT

The campaign serves as a reference to a 2019 campaign by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling Likud party that targeted journalists.

‘Nation chose the Right’: Ben-Gvir defends role, blasts A-G at High Court hearing

BY KESHET NEEV AND SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:46:20 GMT

“Gali Baharav-Miara wants to take your voice from you,” Ben-Gvir said at a press conference outside the High Court before the hearing began.

'Call of the hour': Major youth group backs Bennett ahead of elections, joins ‘Bennett 2026’ party

BY TOBIAS SIEGAL AND KESHET NEEV — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:22:17 GMT

The group, “Katef el Katef” (Shoulder to Shoulder), said in a joint statement with the party that it views Bennett’s platform as a natural political home for advancing its goals.

Knesset Finance panel debates transfer of NIS 98 million to haredi schools

BY KESHET NEEV — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:46:52 GMT

The High Court ordered last month that the Finance Committee reconvene and hold a fresh deliberation on the matter before voting to approve the transfer of the funds.

High Court to hear bid forcing Netanyahu to fire Ben-Gvir, petitioners push pattern-of-conduct case

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:07:16 GMT

The hearing will be held before an expanded nine-justice panel and, in an unusual procedural step, will be broadcast live while closed to the public because of concern over disruptions.

High Court petition seeks to block Gofman’s Mossad appointment over Elmakayes affair

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:14:27 GMT

The petition was filed after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved Gofman’s appointment, after he cleared the Senior Appointments Advisory Committee, and ahead of his scheduled June 2 entry.

Netanyahu trial resumes next week: What to watch as cross-examination returns - explainer

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:25:27 GMT

The trial remains deep in the testimony phase in Cases 1000, 2000, and 4000, with Case 4000 emerging as one of the defining legal and political sagas of Netanyahu’s era.

Bennett's 'repair team' reveals the lesson he learned from Lapid, his own scars - analysis

BY ZVIKA KLEIN — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:23:59 GMT

In the most recent Lazar Research survey, conducted on April 9, Bennett 2026 polled at 24 seats, just one behind Likud's 25, with the opposition bloc holding a 61-seat majority.

Bennett brings in two ex-gov't officials as first two members of election list

BY KESHET NEEV — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:08:27 GMT

Keren Terner had served as director-general of the Communications Ministry, and Liran Avisar Ben Horin served as director-general of both the Finance and Transportation Ministries.

Bid to force Ben-Gvir's dismissal unlawfully invades Netanyahu's authority, gov't tells High Court

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:20:07 GMT

The response comes ahead of Wednesday’s hearing in the closely watched case over Ben-Gvir’s alleged unlawful involvement in police matters.

Opposition bloc continues to hold 61 seat majority as Bennett's party gains on Likud - poll

BY MOSHE COHEN — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:45 GMT

Responding to the poll, Opposition leader Yair Lapid said the results show that “reality is stronger than all attempts at brainwashing.”

‘Sold us illusions’: Opposition accuses Netanyahu of failing war goals, backs Lebanon talks

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:59:12 GMT

Opposition leaders accused Netanyahu of failing to meet war goals after the Iran ceasefire, while some backed talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah disarmament.

Israel to expand summer school program after Iran war closures, education minister says

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:17:01 GMT

Kisch's plan expands the existing framework called the “Summer Vacation School,” which is run by the Education Ministry and provides state-subsidized summer programs after the school year ends.

Petition to High Court seeks to strike down new rabbinical courts arbitration law

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:08:47 GMT

“The powers of the Rabbinical Courts should be curtailed, not expanded,” Israel Hofsheet CEO Uri Keidar said in a statement.

High Court postpones joint protest and Kotel hearings to Friday, resets filing deadlines

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:30:58 GMT

The petitions involve wartime restrictions on anti-war demonstrations and the number of worshippers allowed at the Western Wall.

What do we become when we decide to execute?

BY DR. HAIM BEN YAAKOV — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:58:07 GMT

My son, Yuval, was killed on October 7. I know the feeling when the death penalty seems not only justified, but inevitable. That is precisely why I try not to trust it completely.

MK Kariv, Zulat Institute, Rabbis for Human Rights ask High Court to strike down death penalty law

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:00:22 GMT

A new petition to the High Court challenges Israel's controversial death penalty law, focusing on its impact in the West Bank and seeking urgent action to prevent its immediate implementation.

Likud backlash leads Netanyahu to replace Ziv Agmon with Edo Norden

BY YEHUDA SHLEZINGER AND IDAN KWELLER AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:41:01 GMT

"I’ve known Ziv for a long time, and I have never witnessed any sign of racism from him. On the contrary, quite the opposite," Netanyahu said.

Western Wall priestly blessing limited to 50 as High Court permits larger anti-war protests

BY KESHET NEEV — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:52:50 GMT

The enforced restrictions at the Western Wall sparked controversy after the High Court intervened in the dispute over Saturday night’s anti-war protests.