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Israel bracing for more violence as Ramadan nears

Israel bracing for more violence as Ramadan nears

Analysis: With Palestinian and Israeli relations as strained as ever, all eyes are on the U.S.-mediated meeting in Jordan, which aims to have the two… Read More ›

‘Largest protests yet’: Masses around country rally against curbing of judiciary

‘Largest protests yet’: Masses around country rally against curbing of judiciary

Organizers claim 300,000 attend; ex-PM Barak: ‘Worst crisis since state’s formation,’ president must choose side; 21 arrested as protesters block Ayalon Highway, clash with cops… Read More ›

Israel Approves Over 7,000 Settlement Homes, Groups Say

Israel Approves Over 7,000 Settlement Homes, Groups Say

  JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s far-right government has granted approval for over 7,000 new homes in Jewish settlements in the West Bank, settlement backers and… Read More ›

If Netanyahu is serious about readiness for compromise, he must take action – editorial

If Netanyahu is serious about readiness for compromise, he must take action – editorial

If the reform passes second and third readings, the controversial legislation will give the coalition an automatic majority and weaken the Supreme Court.   After… Read More ›

Israeli opposition lawmaker condemns judicial reform by evoking Nazis’ rise to power

Israeli opposition lawmaker condemns judicial reform by evoking Nazis’ rise to power

‘Do you think we’re ready to live under your dictatorship,’ asks Yesh Atid’s Ram Ben Barak during Knesset speech, sparking outrage among coalition members; ‘The… Read More ›

Thousands Of Protesters Against Judicial Reforms Gather In Israeli Cities, Right-Wingers Call For Dialog

Thousands Of Protesters Against Judicial Reforms Gather In Israeli Cities, Right-Wingers Call For Dialog

  JERUSALEM (VINnews) — For the seventh week running, tens of thousands of people are protesting in Tel Aviv and other locations against the Israeli… Read More ›

Opinion: Is Israel’s judicial reform protecting democracy or destroying it?

Opinion: Is Israel’s judicial reform protecting democracy or destroying it?

In a special project, Ynet taps a host of political commentators to share their views on Netanyahu government’s plans to shake up Israel’s judicial system,… Read More ›

Justice minister offers talks on overhaul; Opposition: Legislation must stop first

Justice minister offers talks on overhaul; Opposition: Legislation must stop first

Justice minister, Knesset panel head overseeing bills say they are willing to start dialogue ‘without preconditions’; Lapid, Gantz say proposal disingenuous while process continues  … Read More ›

Israel is at crossroads between judicial reforms and loss of democracy

Israel is at crossroads between judicial reforms and loss of democracy

Opinion: After Netanyahu’s indictment and claims of being targeted by law enforcement, right-wing politicians stepped up demands to curb the power of the courts; Ynet… Read More ›

Fears grow for untold numbers buried by Turkey-Syria earthquake

Fears grow for untold numbers buried by Turkey-Syria earthquake

Rescuers battle time, freezing temperatures in race to save survivors trapped in rubble after devastating 7.8-magnitude quake; over 30 countries, including Israel, send aid  … Read More ›

‘Putin assured me he wouldn’t kill Zelensky,’ Bennett recalls

‘Putin assured me he wouldn’t kill Zelensky,’ Bennett recalls

“Do you intend to kill Zelensky?” Bennett recalled asking Putin, during an almost five-hour interview he gave to Israel’s Channel 12.   Russian President Vladimir… Read More ›

Israeli government’s bill to curb right to strike is a slap in the face of workers

Israeli government’s bill to curb right to strike is a slap in the face of workers

Opinion: Out of all the coalition’s policy proposals thus far, curtailing labor rights could prove to be one of the most preilous affronts to Israeli… Read More ›

169 liberal US Jewish leaders sign letter expressing concern over Israeli government

169 liberal US Jewish leaders sign letter expressing concern over Israeli government

Backers, who include ex-executives at rabbinical seminaries, Jewish Federations, AIPAC, Conference of Presidents, warn against false antisemitism accusations at coalition critics   A letter signed… Read More ›

In meeting with CIA chief, Abbas calls for pressure on Israeli government

In meeting with CIA chief, Abbas calls for pressure on Israeli government

Abbas called for the restoration of pre-1967 lines and an independent Palestinian state.   Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas met in Ramallah on Sunday with… Read More ›

Israel to ‘strengthen’ settlements after shooting attacks

Israel to ‘strengthen’ settlements after shooting attacks

Security Cabinet decides to seal off the attacker’s home immediately ahead of demolition, plans to cancel social security benefits for the families of attackers, make… Read More ›

Lebanese Hezbollah gearing up to face new Israeli government

Lebanese Hezbollah gearing up to face new Israeli government

In-depth: Expert says Israel’s shift to extreme right could determine who Lebanon choses as next president, with Hezbollah arguing for someone who will support the… Read More ›

Hundreds of top economists warn judicial overhaul could ‘cripple’ economy

Hundreds of top economists warn judicial overhaul could ‘cripple’ economy

Nobelist, former senior advisers to Netanyahu are among signatories of letter, which comes day after Bank of Israel governor reportedly informed PM of grim possible… Read More ›

Gov’t planning to restrict protests with heavy fines, easier arrests – report

Gov’t planning to restrict protests with heavy fines, easier arrests – report

Police will be able to heavily fine protesters if they “disobey police instructions” or do not agree to leave the area.   The National Security… Read More ›

Seeking influence outside of Gaza, Hamas leverages W. Bank factions

Seeking influence outside of Gaza, Hamas leverages W. Bank factions

Analysis: With Abbas well into his 80s and PA’s message waning among disillusioned youth, Hamas sees opportunity to expand reach beyond enclave, unifying militant factions… Read More ›

Israeli FM Praises MLK’s Vision For Mideast Peace

Israeli FM Praises MLK’s Vision For Mideast Peace

  JERUSALEM (JNS) – Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday with a Twitter post highlighting the late civil… Read More ›