Labor takes stock as polls consistently predict its demise For the first time since its inception in the 1960s, in the March elections Israel’s Labor Party may fail to pass the electoral threshold. Yori Yalon Dec. 28, 2020
Due to pandemic, Israel’s president, justice minister announce pardons process for debt due to fines “At a time like this, the State of Israel must lend a hand to its people and help those who need it,” says President Reuven Rivlin, clarifying that fines violations of COVID-19 regulations will not be reduced. Sept. 22, 2020
Likud minister threatens to block all non-coronavirus-related legislation Cyber and National Digital Matters Minister David Amsalem accuses Blue and White of “particularly serious” violation of coalition deal over support for gay-conversion therapy bill. July 26, 2020
Israeli Justice Minister vows to block any attempt to bypass Supreme Court “The system today needs to be defended. Its public image has been tarnished, mostly without justification,” says Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn. June 14, 2020
‘Bloat’ is the least of the new Israeli government’s problems The statements made by three new ministers upon receiving the proverbial keys to the offices from their immediate predecessors illustrate that Israel’s 35th government is in for a very bumpy ride. Ruthie Blum May 19, 2020
