Netanyahu pushes unity coalition talks as Eisenkot dismisses overture
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has renewed calls for forming a coalition of Jewish parties without preconditions, seeking to build political unity. Political rival Boaz Eisenkot rejected the initiative as ‘spin’, noting that inter-party meetings are already scheduled and insisting that Netanyahu cannot continue leading the country. The move reflects ongoing tensions within Israeli political leadership.
Netanyahu calls for unity government amid Iranian nuclear threat
Netanyahu has renewed calls for a unity government following a security briefing, citing the Iranian nuclear threat as a critical reason for political unity. Coalition talks wit…
Netanyahu calls for unity government amid political tensions
Prime Minister Netanyahu renewed calls for a national unity government following meetings with political figures, citing recent tensions over parliamentary conduct and the ongoing Iranian nuclear threat. The statements came after a controversial walkout during the singing of the national anthem ‘Hatikvah’, highlighting deep divisions within Israel’s political establishment.
Jerusalem court orders ICC prosecutor Karim Khan to pay £25 million to families of Israeli hostages
Jerusalem court orders former ICC prosecutor Karim Khan to pay 25 million shekels to families of Israeli hostages Etan Mor, Avinnatan Or and Ameri Miran following his failure to…
Biden memoir accuses Netanyahu of breaking Gaza ceasefire promises
Former US President Joe Biden claims in a new memoir that Prime Minister Netanyahu made repeated empty promises to reduce civilian harm in Gaza operations. Biden states Netanyahu prioritised short-term political needs over Israel’s long-term interests and says the October 7 attacks shattered his hopes for Middle East peace.
Mossad chief in US for Iran talks as coalition tensions simmer
Mossad Director Gofman is meeting CIA leadership and Trump adviser Witkoff in Washington for discussions on Iran strategy. The visit highlights tensions within Israel’s security establishment, with security cabinet member Zamir reportedly the sole military chief opposing an immediate strike on Iran amid concerns the operation could destabilise coalition negotiations.
Israel’s critical minerals initiative gains government backing
Foreign Minister Sa’ar’s critical minerals initiative has won unanimous government approval. The initiative was launched following Sa’ar’s participation in the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington at the invitation of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The move aims to strengthen Israel’s position in securing essential mineral resources.
Eisenkot pushes for emergency unity government as coalition negotiations intensify
Benny Eisenkot intensifies push for emergency unity government following mandate, attacking political rivals whilst signalling openness to cross-party negotiations including pot…
Police Chief Bypasses National Security Minister with Secret Senior Appointments
Police Commissioner Dani Levy has appointed approximately 15 senior officers to new positions without National Security Minister Ben Gvir’s approval, using “operational attachme…
Israeli police doubt basis for foreign election funding probe
Israeli police assessed that existing evidence suggests, at most, possible minor violations of party financing laws, questioning the justification for a full criminal investigation into alleged foreign funding of elections that the Shin Bet security service had initiated.