His idea was simple and smart: Force snap primaries for the Likud leadership to ensure the party remains in power before the Knesset disperses. But the decision to hold the primaries after the Knesset disperses and before another general election makes Netanyahu the heavy favorite again.
“A fierce battle is underway for the future and identity of Jerusalem, and every step should be taken to thwart the PA’s attempts to incite residents of east Jerusalem against Israel,” says Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan.
Anti-government demonstrators seeking to oust sectarian politicians clash with supporters of the Shiite groups Hezbollah and Amal. Security forces fire tear gas to disperse the crowds. Lebanese media says fighting apparently broke out when Hezbollah and Amal supporters blamed other protesters for insulting Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
The Third Way and Green Party welcome European Court of Justice's order to bloc's 28 members to label Israeli goods produced beyond the Green Line. Neither party has ever endorsed similar labeling against any country involved in over 200 territorial disputes worldwide.
Lebanese-Swiss businessman Abdallah Chatila purchases Adolf Hitler's top hat, among other personal belongings, in an auction of Nazi memorabilia in Munich, and tells Israel Hayom he wanted to make sure the items "don't fall into the wrong hands."
