In a decisive move to bolster national security, Israel's Ministerial Committee on Legislative Affairs has approved a crucial bill extending the mandatory military reserve age. This bill comes with a provision allowing the Defense Ministry to extend the measure by up to six months if deemed necessary. This extension is seen as vital in maintaining the country's defense capabilities.

16 June 2024

Read more: Israel Extends Mandatory Reservist Age Amid Security & Equality Concerns

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett made a significant return to the public sphere on Thursday, using X to mark the third anniversary of his swearing-in as Israel’s 13th premier. His message ignited speculation about a potential political comeback as Bennett emphasized the critical need for a government that prioritizes the people's interests.

13 June 2024

Read more: Naftali Bennett Hints At Political Return On 3rd Anniversary As PM

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has announced his intention to revive a judicial overhaul-era proposal aimed at splitting the position of the attorney general. He plans to bring this proposal to a vote in the key Ministerial Committee for Legislation on Sunday.

13 June 2024

Read more: Ben Gvir Revives Proposal To Split Attorney General Role

Israel's Knesset is poised for a pivotal vote on Monday that could dramatically shape the country's long-standing policy of granting draft exemptions to ultra-Orthodox students enrolled in Yeshivot, or advanced Judaic study institutions. This decision has ignited a firestorm of debate, encapsulating the nation's deep religious and sectarian divides.

10 June 2024

Read more: Knesset Set To Vote On Ultra-Orthodox Draft Exemption Bill

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has denied American media reports claiming he will address the US Congress on June 13, amid mounting pressure to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas.

According to Netanyahu's office, the date of his speech to Congress has "not been finalized." They confirmed that it would not be on June 13 as previously reported by Punchbowl News and Politico, citing a conflict with a Jewish holiday.

04 June 2024

Read more: PMO Says Reports Of Netanyahu's Speech To Congress On Shavuot Are False