Keyword "Knesset members" - List of latest news (37 results)

10/04 MKs cannot disrupt court proceedings, says court legal advisor

“This behavior not only undermines the integrity of the judicial process but also infringes on the rights of litigants to have their day in court," said court system legal advisor Barak Lazer.

08/04 Likud MK Ofir Katz named Knesset representative in judicial watchdog appointment committee

The coalition resumed legislation of a new appointment method soon after Amit was appointed as permanent Chief Justice in January, despite efforts by Levin to block it.

06/04 Lapid's Yesh Atid to discuss political strategy, 2025 budget at annual conference

Yesh Atid would reportedly only clench 10-15 seats in the event of an election.

06/04 'Show leadership like Trump': MKs call for Hebrew signs on Temple Mount ahead of Passover

"There is no justification for the absence of directional signs to the Temple Mount, the holiest site to the Jewish people," a letter signed by 10 MKs said.

04/04 Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana embarks on historic visit to Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan

Ohana was warmly welcomed by Uzbek Senate President Tanzila Narbayeva at the entrance to the grand parliamentary building in Tashkent.

18/03 Constitution Committee finishes preparation of judicial reform bill

Opposition MKs boycott votes after pleas from hostage family members

11/03 Opposition MKs file over 70,000 reservations in attempt to delay judicial reform bill

The exact number of reservations, 71,023, which can be construed October 7, 2023, is intended "to illustrate the absurdity of promoting controversial legislation during a war."

17/02 Coalition resumes legislation of controversial judicial watchdog bill

The original bill proposal was that the power to elect the watchdog would shift from the judicial selection committee to the Knesset.

12/01 Coalition intends to pass revamped judicial selection committee bill by end of February

Levin’s 2023 proposal would have given the government a majority on the committee and, thus, the power to appoint judges as it saw fit.

09/12 Constitution Committee debates controversial judicial oversight bill

Rothman and other supporters of the bill have argued that there is an inherent conflict of interest in the current system

04/12 Knesset advances bill giving near-total criminal immunity to Israeli lawmakers

The attorney general’s office wrote in a legal opinion in November that the bill proposal “gives almost decisive weight to the freedom of action of Knesset members."

02/12 Why early elections in Israel are crucial for the country's future - opinion

If we have early elections, all these issues will have to be addressed by both Netanyahu and the opposition parties.

28/11 Turning up the fight: Qatar's role re-visited as Knesset members argue for stricter enforcement

Against the background of the renewed attempt to formulate an outline for the release of hostages, a group of Knesset members in the coalition formulated a bill that would tighten enforcement against

27/11 Controversial MK immunity bill pulled from Knesset agenda amid criticism

Gotliv’s bill would block any investigation from opening in the first place unless a 90-MK supermajority approves it, except for corruption-related charges.

10/11 'Obsessive, systematic smear campaign': Brothers in Arms sue Otzma Yehudit MK for defamation

According to the lawsuit, Cohen attempted to link the Brothers in Arms organization to an espionage case it had no connection to, flagrantly violating a gag order intended to protect state security.

01/11 Giving credit where its due: The bravery to break party lines and stand alone - editorial

MK Dan Ilouz, a Likud backbencher, was willing to break party ranks when he called to end the haredi draft exemption.

27/10 Contentious legislation poised for revival in Knesset winter session

Coalition leaders in closed-door negotiations have attempted to find a compromise between the IDF's needs and the demand of the haredi parties that yeshiva students remain exempt from service.

21/10 Ministers call for Gaza resettlement during Sukkot rally

The camp included a few dozen Sukkot, with a large central Sukkah designated as the "Sukkah of Revival" (Sukkat Hatkums).

01/10 MKs from coalition, opposition call for strikes on strategic Iranian assets

Two Knesset members urged strategic strikes on Iran following its missile attack, aiming for regime change and strengthened alliances.

15/08 Why was it a tumultuous week for Israel's coalition? - analysis

Noisy public infighting usually develops into an attempt by parties to leverage their position to score political victories.

06/08 Knesset passes controversial television bill, closes plenum until October 28

The law increases the number of channels broadcast on Israel's Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) system, known as Idan Plus.

31/07 Protests over abuse claims at Israeli bases shows lack of respect for the law - editorial

Protests and riots at Israeli bases over abuse claims highlight tensions amid ongoing conflict.

28/07 MK Yisrael Eichler says VP Kamala Harris poses 'global danger'

The United Torah Judaism MK said that global leaders such as Vladimir Putin and Ali Khameini are in tune with developments in the US presidential race.

28/07 Politicians flock to Majdal Shams, angering some residents

Following the tragic rocket attack in Majdal Shams, Israeli officials visit the town, calling for strong action while facing local residents' frustrations.

28/07 Labor MKs propose Nation State Law amendment after Majdal Shams attack

Following the Majdal Shams attack, Democrats MKs seek to amend Israel's Basic Law to promote equality and recognize Arabic as an official language.

25/07 Series of controversial laws pass in legislative blitz ahead of summer recess

The controversial "Kosher Cell Phone" bill was the first bill to pass into law.

24/07 'I am the political echelon': Ben-Gvir encourages Jewish prayer on Temple Mount

"I am the political echelon, and the political echelon permits prayer at the Temple Mount," Ben-Gvir said at the conference, whose title was "Israel's Return to the Temple Mount."

22/07 State Attorney Amit Isman defends investigation of soldiers for Nukhba terrorist's murder

State Attorney Amit Isman defended the soldier investigation in the Nukhba terrorist case, citing solid evidence. MK Amit Halevi expressed shock at the police statement.

18/07 Israel's judicial reform issue has slowly burned out of the public eye - opinion

The stakes are high, and the hope is that these politicians will prioritize the broader interests of the nation over narrow political gains, ensuring a more stable and unified Israel.

04/07 MK Eisenkot: We've never been closer to hostage deal, held back by Netanyahu

 "We are in the closest place to a deal in the last nine months. The prices will be very high, but Israel can afford to stop the war for four months and as long as necessary."

02/07 'Government is failing in every aspect': Former MK Yifat Shasha-Biton leaving politics

"The moment I see that I do not have the tools to influence, contribute, or change reality, I will stand up and leave."

19/06 Attempts to pass the 'Rabbi Law' show how disconnected the government is - editorial

The Knesset was supposed to hold initial committee votes on the Rabbi Law on Tuesday but pushed it off at the last minute, leading to further anger and frustration.

18/06 Controversial 'Rabbi Law' vote delayed

All of the opposition MKs in the committee and at least three of the coalition's MKs stated that they would vote against the law,

18/06 Eliyahu Reuven criticizes coalition governance and calls for leadership in Israel

Knesset member Eliyahu Reuven criticizes the current coalition, suggesting potential elections amid governance concerns, emphasizing the need for leadership across Israel's political spectrum.

13/06 'Not legally and morally qualified': Ch. 13 journalists protest appointment of new CEO

"Her attitudes towards women have been viewed as offensive, and there is concern about a potential conflict of interest." 

31/05 'Like snitching to the IRS': Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky makes controversial comment on criticism

Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky condemned leaks from faction meetings, likening it to IRS snitching, and expressed support for current leadership despite internal criticism.

08/02 Trolls home: even the Tiktok generation is tired of your gimmicks

Our members of the Knesset not only worry about their image and make scandals, they mainly harm the ability of young men and women to build their lives here. It's time to return the balance of power to us, and who doesn't fit? Immunity won't help him either. This is how we will create leadership