UN pares down list of firms doing business with Israeli settlements
The long-awaited update was limited in scope due to budget restrictions and was only able to review the original list of 112 companies.
Israel
Court recommends prosecution drop bribery charge against Netanyahu
The parties were informed that “there are difficulties in establishing the offense.”
PM suggests most controversial part of judicial reform might be shelved
"I'm attentive to the public pulse, and to what I think will pass muster," the prime minister tells the Wall Street Journal.
Dozens of air force vets threaten not to serve if judicial reform resumed
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant criticizes the renewed threats by airmen, saying they "undermine the basic values of the army as the people's army – and threaten its competence."
MK Haskel causes legal morass after bringing baby along for Knesset speech
After an outpouring of support from other lawmakers and the public, an effort is underway to change the bylaw.
Citing political climate, Israel Police chief to step down at end of term
Move is announced by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who says he and Shabtai "haven't always seen eye to eye."
Key witness in PM trial confirms 'stockpiles' of cigars, wine as gifts
Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan's testimony, expected to last six hours a day, is being aired in a Jerusalem courtroom for judges and other lawyers, as well as for journalists and other attendees to watch.
Security chiefs say settlers' actions amount to 'terrorism'; vow crackdown
Rare statement comes after Jews torch at least two homes in the Palestinian village Umm Safa near Ramallah over the weekend. The IDF said at least one Israeli suspect had been arrested.
Hollywood producer's testimony begins as Netanyahu trial reaches key moment
Prosecutors hope Arnon Milchan's account, which extends throughout this week, will paint a picture of plush favors granted to the prime minister and his wife that allegedly spurred the Israeli leader to use his position of power to advance Milchan's interests.
Judges in Netanyahu trial reportedly urge deal due to low chances of conviction
According to the Channel 13 News report, state prosecutors were told they would be best served by reaching a plea deal with the prime minister in Case 4,000, which involves alleged improper regulatory measures that helped Netanyahu allies in exchange for positive media.