Smotrich blasts Gaza aid policy, Chikli warns on hostage deal The finance minister accused the IDF chief of failing to prevent humanitarian supplies from reaching the Hamas terrorist group. JNS Staff July 6, 2025
The hypocrisy of the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Norway Not only do these governments support the "extremist violence" of the Palestinians, they also fuel and fund it. Lt. Col. (res.) Maurice Hirsch June 26, 2025
Israel’s leaders seek Gaza refocus Politicians from right to left said the U.S.-declared ceasefire means it's time to bring the fight against Hamas to its resolution. Canaan Lidor June 24, 2025
Smotrich moves to collapse Palestinian Authority economy The finance minister said the decision was made against the background of the "delegitimization campaign" led by the P.A. against the Jewish state. Akiva Van Koningsveld June 11, 2025
Rubio censures five nations imposing sanctions on Ben-Gvir, Smotrich “These sanctions do not advance efforts to achieve a ceasefire, bring all hostages home and end the war,” said the U.S. secretary of state. June 10, 2025
Five countries sanction Ben-Gvir, Smotrich for ‘inciting violence’ "It is outrageous that elected representatives and members of the government are subjected to these kinds of measures," Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated. JNS Staff June 10, 2025
Smotrich: Prepare ‘operational plans’ for sovereignty in Judea and Samaria "We are changing the face of the settlement enterprise not just as a slogan, but through real action," the Cabinet minister said. JNS Staff June 6, 2025
Smotrich warns Israeli banks against Judea and Samaria sanctions The finance minister said he would promote legislation that imposes high compensation on banks whose clients are harmed as a result of their actions. Akiva Van Koningsveld June 5, 2025
ICC prosecutor sought Ben-Gvir, Smotrich arrest warrants—report Karim Khan was actively pushing for the arrest warrants when he temporarily stepped down amid sexual assault allegations, according to The Wall Street Journal. JNS Staff May 28, 2025
