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Israel's National Security Minister announced the start of construction for an execution center for Palestinians condemned to death, following a law approved by the Israeli parliament in March.
The Israeli parliament has concluded its final regular session before the October parliamentary elections, marking the first time since 1988 that a government will remain in office for a full term.
Israel's parliament has voted to disempower the Attorney General, a move that has drawn significant attention.
The Israeli Parliament has reportedly postponed a vote on the recognition of the Armenian Genocide. The decision to delay the vote was made on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
As Israel prepares for new parliamentary elections this autumn, the Arab minority, particularly Arab women whose voter turnout has historically been low, could play a crucial and decisive role.
An editorial discusses the 'Gotliv case' in Israel, highlighting the debate around parliamentary immunity and legal responsibility.
The Israeli parliament has approved a bill for its self-dissolution, a move that could accelerate new elections, with polls suggesting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might lose.
An ultra-orthodox party within Israel's government coalition is threatening to dissolve the Israeli parliament due to a dispute over mandatory military service for ultra-orthodox men.
A former US spy for Israel, now seeking a seat in the Knesset, publicly called for the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians from Gaza during a live television appearance. His controversial remarks have drawn significant attention as he campaigns for the Israeli parliament.
Israel's parliament has passed a new and controversial law allowing for the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks, a move that has drawn significant international attention and criticism.
The Israeli military has suspended and pulled a battalion from the Israeli-occupied West Bank, a rare punishment for soldier misconduct, following 'revenge' comments made by a soldier and an assault on a CNN crew during their detention.
'Lousy Thieves': Netanyahu Coalition Funnels Massive Last-minute Funds to Haredim as Budget Passes Haaretz
A memorial ceremony was held after the tour, during which Modi laid a wreath and placed a stone on the memorial to commemorate the victims lost in the Holocaust.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Israel on Wednesday to a warm welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara Netanyahu, who were on the tarmac to receive him at the airport.
The Israeli parliament has decided to postpone a vote on recognizing the Armenian genocide by Ottoman Turkey, a move seen as a triumph for regional diplomacy, particularly as Azerbaijan seeks to avert escalating tensions.
The Israeli parliament, the Knesset, has passed a contentious media law that establishes a new media oversight body, granting the government significantly greater influence over the appointment of its members.
Israel's parliament has passed legislation that allows the government to disregard legal opinions from the Attorney General, a move critics say weakens the rule of law.
Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to pass seven bills before the Israeli parliament dissolves and new elections are held, despite recent polls suggesting he may not be able to form a government.
Leaders of the Azerbaijani Jewish community have called on the Israeli Parliament to refrain from recognizing the Armenian Genocide, arguing that such a move could negatively impact the peace process with Armenia.
The Israeli parliament has approved in its first reading a bill to dissolve itself, moving closer to triggering new elections. This vote marks a significant step towards a potential political shake-up in the country.
The Israeli parliament, the Knesset, voted to advance a bill for its own dissolution, taking the first step towards holding early elections. This move could lead to new elections as early as autumn.
Israel's parliament has approved legislation allowing the death penalty for individuals involved in the October 7 attacks. This comes as new reports detail systematic sexual violence committed by Hamas during the assault.
A controversial law was passed in the Israeli parliament, leading to celebrations among some members of parliament, a scene described as one of the most disturbing and saddening recently.
Israel initially blocked Jerusalem’s Catholic cardinal from marking Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, sparking international outcry and prompting Washington to express concern. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later reversed the ban, though the Vatican expressed dissatisfaction over the restricted access.
Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has definitively approved a controversial law introducing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks, a measure that has drawn sharp criticism and deep concern from European nations, human rights groups, and Germany, with the Israeli parliament ignoring this criticism.
The Israeli parliament, the Knesset, has rejected a bill that sought to label Qatar as an 'enemy state'. The vote saw 45 lawmakers opposing the bill, while 28 supported it.
PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, February 26: We look at reactions from the Indian and Israeli press after Narendra Modi's speech to the Israeli parliament. His visit is controversial back home.
Israel’s Opposition has said it would boycott Mr. Modi’s address to the Israeli Parliament if President of the Supreme Court of Israel, Yitzhak Amit, is not invited as per protocol
The Israeli parliament has voted to dissolve itself, paving the way for new general elections to be held on October 27. This decision comes amidst political instability in the country.
Israel's parliament has passed a controversial new media law that establishes a media authority giving the government more influence, with lawsuits against the legislation already filed.
The Israeli parliament has approved legislation that exempts ultra-Orthodox Jewish men from mandatory military service. This decision marks the latest attempt to address the contentious issue of conscription in the country.
The Israeli parliament has passed in its first reading a bill to establish a commission of inquiry into the security failures that led to the October 7, 2023 attacks. This move towards a governmental probe has drawn criticism from some quarters.
An Israeli parliamentary committee has approved a controversial bill that would grant special status to Torah students, moving the legislation forward amidst significant debate.
Members of the Israeli parliament have supported a proposal by the ruling coalition to dissolve the parliament. The idea of holding early elections still needs to be approved in three readings.
The Israeli parliament has initiated the first procedural step towards holding early elections, signaling potential shifts in the country's political landscape.
Jonathan Pollard, a former U.S. analyst who was jailed for spying for Israel, has announced his intention to run for a seat in the Israeli parliament, stating he 'made a mistake' in his past actions.
The Israeli parliament's decision to expand the death penalty for terrorists is seen as a sign of weakness, with the celebration by right-wing minister Itamar Ben Gvir drawing criticism.
Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has approved a controversial law introducing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of murdering Israelis, a measure that has drawn sharp criticism from international bodies and human rights groups.
The Israeli parliament has approved the state budget for 2026, according to a spokesperson.
The Israeli parliament is considering a controversial bill to introduce the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of terrorism, a proposal pushed by the far-right that has drawn condemnation from the UN, EU, and human rights organizations.
The Indian Congress party has slammed Prime Minister Modi's address to the Israeli Parliament, stating it diminished India's moral standing and recalling Jawaharlal Nehru's historical stance on the creation of Israel.