The willingness of major Jewish groups and denominations to try to undermine the choice of Israel’s voters calls into question their belief in and respect for democracy.

Yisrael Beytenu Chairman Avigdor Lieberman once again wants the defense and absorption portfolios, says his recommendation is also dependent on the passage of a highly contested military conscription law in its original form.

U.S. administration includes the Jewish state in its efforts to block the International Criminal Court at The Hague from investigating war-crimes allegations. White House: "Any attempt to target American, Israeli or allied personnel for prosecution will be met with a swift and vigorous response."

Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar: Procurement of Russian S-400 missile system does not signify a change in Turkey's course. Ankara remains committed to NATO alliance, he says.

Energean has already pre-sold some of the gas to independent Israeli power producer IPM Beer Tuvia in an agreement set to last 19 years and earn Energean $900 million.