Knesset Event Honors Nations That Recognize Jerusalem: ‘A Moral Stand for Historical Truth’
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee shared, "I pray that every nation will move its mission to Jerusalem — not for symbolic reasons, but because for 3,000 years this city has been the undisputed and eternal capital of the Jewish state."
UNRWA Still Operating in Israel Despite Laws Barring Agency
“We know and have experience that very often laws that are enacted in the Knesset are not necessarily applied,” MK Dan Illouz said.
Knesset Debates Israel’s Membership in WHO Amid Accusations of Bias
“The World Health Organization consistently operates with a hostile approach against the State of Israel, while promoting decisions that harm its rights in the international arena.”
Israeli Finance Minister: Voluntary Emigration of Gazans Could ‘End the Conflict’
A June 2024 survey found that 44% of Gazans ages 18-29 would emigrate if given the chance, while 12% of the Strip’s population fled since 2007.
Israeli MK Not Notified about Release of Her Husband’s Killer in Hamas Hostage Deal
"This morning, I woke up to the news that the terrorist who murdered my husband was released," said Knesset member Limor Son Har-Melech.
Knesset OKs Kohelet Forum’s Tax-Exempt Status
Kohelet was excluded in January from a list of some 140 nonprofits eligible for benefits.
Netanyahu Rejects ‘Politically Biased’ Commission of Inquiry as Bereaved Families Scuffle with Knesset Guards
“We demand the establishment of an objective, balanced investigation committee – not politically biased, whose conclusions are already known in advance,” Netanyahu said.
Ohana: Israeli Sovereignty Over Judea, Samaria ‘Only Way’ to Peace
"On the 7th of October, not only Israeli citizens were murdered but also the idea that was mistakenly called 'the two-state solution."
Israel Bans Entry for Those Denying October 7 Massacre or Working With ICC
The International Criminal Court issued unprecedented arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in November, the first time warrants have been issued against leaders from a democratic country.
Foreign Funding of Judicial Reform Protests Spurs Knesset Legislation
The current debate swirls around the NGO Blue and White Future, which was heavily backed by non-Israeli sources.
Marking 500 days, hostage families press gov’t for swift release of all 73 Captives
"You decided to negotiate, you decided to go for an agreement — bring everyone back together," said Tikva Forum co-founder Tzvika Mor.
Knesset Speaker Ohana: Hamas Killed Two-State Solution on Oct. 7
Amir Ohana told visiting European Parliament President Roberta Metsola that only Trump's plan for Gaza offers a path forward.
Knesset Advances Bill to Replace “West Bank” with “Judea and Samaria” in Official Documents
“The fact that the official legal language of the State of Israel still includes the disgraceful term ‘West Bank’ is an insult to the Knesset, the Jewish people, and our history.”
Proposed Knesset Bill Offers Cash to Gazans Willing to Relocate
Anyone who accepts the package and later attempts to return to Gaza would, under the bill, be required to repay it plus a 100% penalty adjusted for inflation and interest.
Over 1,200 Haredim Face Arrest for IDF Draft Notices, MKs Told
Of the 3,000 religious Haredi men who received army conscription notices during the summer, only 461 complied.
On Day One of Israeli Ban, UNRWA Jerusalem Operations Largely Intact
A U.N. spokesman told JNS that accusations that the global body pressured agencies not to absorb UNRWA’s mandate are untrue.
Imminent UNRWA Ban is ‘First Domino’ in Fighting ‘Palestinian Terror’, Says Key Knesset Lawmaker
Over 10% of UNRWA’s senior educators in Gaza are members of Hamas or Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
MK Tzvi Sukkot Announces the End of his Term in the Knesset
Sukkot is automatically pushed out due to Otzma Yehudit quitting the coalition and the Norwegian Law.
Ministers Sa’ar and Levin Reveal New Judicial Reform Plan for Selecting Judges
The plan puts the power back in the hands of the elected officials, but requires that the coalition and opposition work together to reach a consensus.
NYT: UNRWA Prepares to Cease Operations in Gaza, Judea and Samaria
U.N. officials indicated they are preparing to terminate operations primarily because of new Israeli legislation.
Druze Politician Afef Abed takes Gallant’s Knesset Seat
Gallant announced his resignation from parliament on Jan 1., some two months after being fired as defense minister.
Ben-Gvir Apologizes to Netanyahu after ‘Soul Searching’
"I did some soul-searching on Shabbat and realized that I was wrong ."
Yoav Gallant Quits Knesset
Gallant, however, will remain in the Likud Party.
Knesset Bill Seeks to Create Obstacle to Judea and Samaria Withdrawal
The Land of Israel Caucus wants to amend Basic Law: Referendum to prevent the establishment of a "Palestinian" state.
Interceptor Fragments from Houthi Attack Found on Knesset Grounds
There were no injuries or damage from the impact and the pieces were removed by police sappers.
Paraguayan President: No ‘Heart and Soul’ to Relations Without Embassy in Jerusalem
"With this transition in our friendship, there will be a beating heart, and I hope we can inspire other countries to do the same."
‘Violent Militia’: MK Calls to Outlaw ‘Brothers in Arms’
MK Almog Cohen slammed the group for encouraging active refusal of military service and accused it of endangering the lives of law enforcement officers.
Knesset Passes Law Allowing Imprisonment of Terrorists Under Age 14
The law targets terrorists who murdered their victims.
Knesset Advances Bill Curbing Palestinian Authority’s Access to Israeli High Court Amid Terror Funding...
The bill strips entities that transfer funds associated with terror — including the Palestinian Authority’s stipends to imprisoned terrorists and their families — from approaching the High Court.
Knesset Law Blocks US (and Others) from Establishing Consulates in Jerusalem
The Israeli government encourages countries to establish embassies in the Israeli capital.