Posts Tagged: Israeli politics
‘Slaughter The Jews’ Amulet Stolen From Controversial College Art Exhibition
Officials at Sapir College in Sderot are investigating the possible theft of an amulet from a provocative art display, Israel's NRG News said Tuesday. "The...
Report: Israeli Police Investigating Major Political Corruption Charges
AP - Israel's police said Wednesday they are investigating dozens of public figures and politicians in a major corruption case that could impact upcoming elections. Police...
Haaretz Commentator Gideon Levy Arrested for ‘Spitting’ at Israeli Soldiers”
Israeli police on Monday arrested Gideon Levy, the well-known columnist for the left-wing Haaretz newspaper, for allegedly spitting at and cursing Israeli soldiers at a...
New Poll Shows Netanyahu Opening Strong Lead Over Rivals as Election Battle Intensifies
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pulling ahead of his main rival, Labor Party head Yitzhak Herzog, according to a new poll on the country's...
Israel’s ‘Hair’ Star Rips Haaretz After Criticism of His Support for IDF Troops (VIDEO)
Israeli stage actor, Oz Zahavi, set to lead in an upcoming remake of the iconic musical, "Hair," has slammed an op-ed in the left-of-center...
Choosing the Next Mayor of Jerusalem
Jerusalem is one of the most colorful and contentious cities in the world. It is the spiritual heart of the Jewish people. It is a...
Israel’s Leaders Must Speak with One Voice
In recent months, there has been mounting indiscriminate criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's policies by government officials. Although such behavior has been a feature of...
Report: Yair Lapid Secretly Met With Sheldon Adelson
Is Israel's new star politician cozying up to U.S. billionaire Sheldon Adelson? Reports have it that Yair Lapid met with the casino magnate and staunch...
19th Knesset to Open Summer Session
Ynet - The 19th Knesset will open its summer session Monday, and is expected to focus on the budget, haredi draft and peace talks with...
Israeli Finance Minister Yair Lapid’s Son Engages With Protestors
Times of Israel - Ever since Finance Minister Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid) announced that the looming budget crisis would require a round of ...
Algemeiner Editor Dovid Efune on Real News TV: Obama Will Face “Two Major Obstructions” if He Pushes Peace Process (VIDEO)
A day following talks delivered by Vice President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Israel supporters at the annual AIPAC policy conference...
Israel’s Yachimovich: Labor Will Stay in Oppositon
YNet - Following a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday evening, Labor Chairwoman Shelly Yachimovich announced that her party was determined to sit in...
New MK’s Surrounded by Family at Knesset Swearing In Ceremony
Times of Israel - At 27, Stav Shaffir might be the new Knesset's youngest member, but she knows how to act like a veteran politician. During...
Netanyahu: We Must Form Broadest Coalition Possible
JPost - Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu said that he sees many partners to share his goals with him, as he delivered a speech following...
