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Coalition paralysis grows as rifts with ultra-Orthodox parties stall Knesset agenda

Setback is expected to delay a bill that would impose the death penalty on convicted terrorists, a measure repeatedly championed by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir

Moran Azulay, Amir Ettinger | 11.05.25

Ultra-Orthodox hint at return to Netanyahu government after walkout over draft law

Two months after quitting Cabinet over stalled draft law, Haredi leaders signal comeback, with ministers reappearing at government events and aides still in place; officials say return after Sukkot could secure yeshiva exemptions and coalition power

Shilo Freid | 09.15.25

Gantz's unity push: Bid to stay relevant and influence policy

Analysis: Facing falling polls, party departures and political irrelevance, Benny Gantz proposed a unity government with Netanyahu, with the move aimed to influence policy, support hostage negotiations and reposition himself as a key player in Israel’s political arena

Moran Azulay | 08.24.25

Israel extends emergency IDF reserve orders as Gaza City operation looms

Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee narrowly approved extending emergency IDF reserve call-up orders, known as Tzav 8, ahead of a planned Gaza City offensive, after opposition parties voted against and ultra-Orthodox lawmakers abstained

Amir Ettinger | 08.18.25

Arab leaders explore Joint List reunion to 'block Netanyahu-Smotrich-Ben-Gvir government'

Arab party leaders from Balad, Ta’al, Hadash and Ra’am meeting to discuss reviving defunct bloc; with calls for unity growing, leaders emphasize need to bridge differences and strengthen Arab representation in Knesset

Einav Halabi | 08.11.25

ראש נציגות טאיוואן בישראל אבבי לי, ח"כ בועז טופורובסקי וטל אוהד

‘True friend of Israel’: Knesset lawmakers back Taiwan’s role in global forums

In rare cross-party move, 72 MKs sign declaration condemning Taiwan’s exclusion from international bodies, citing its unwavering support since October 7; Taiwan envoy hails statement as 'historic' and call for global democratic solidarity

Itamar Eichner | 07.24.25

Coalition braces for instability after Haredi ministers quit

United Torah Judaism lawmakers exit coalition over draft bill, Shas signals solidarity, Edelstein digs in and opposition eyes revival of bid to dissolve Knesset—but elections remain far off despite loss of majority

Shilo Freid | 07.15.25

How ceasefire talks and coalition politics shaped Israel’s war strategy

Report details how Netanyahu’s wartime decisions were shaped by shifting military goals, coalition dynamics and high-stakes ceasefire talks

Ynet | 07.11.25

UTJ chair resigns from cabinet after bill to dissolve Knesset defeated in draft row

Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf steps down after failing to unite his ultra-Orthodox bloc around a push for broad IDF draft exemptions; his call for early elections rejected by allies fearing backlash against Haredim and risks to coalition stability

Shilo Freid | 06.12.25

בנימין נתניהו אריה דרעי יצחק גולדקנופף משה גפני יולי אדלשטיין

Draft rift narrows as Haredi bloc drops exemption law demand, opts for guiding principles

Ultra-Orthodox lawmakers agree to principles-based draft deal, abandoning demands for formal exemption law; compromise includes immediate penalties for evasion but faces legal and political hurdles, threatening Netanyahu coalition

Moran Azulay | 06.11.25

Coalition plans maneuver to delay vote on Knesset dissolution

Ahead of Wednesday’s crucial vote on dissolving the Knesset, the coalition is rushing to delay the decision by reviving 50 stalled bills while Netanyahu seeks to prevent an ultra-Orthodox rebellion

Sivan Hilaie | 06.09.25

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