Nir Barkat
US import reform approved in Knesset
The Knesset has approved a landmark bill aimed at easing the entry of US-standard goods into the country without requiring additional local certification.
Significant award inspired by tragedy: Herzog presents Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026
Can Israel’s economy survive after a seven-front war?
Grapevine March 1, 2026: Women in the spotlight
Israeli reserve pilots drop judicial reform protest, talk with IDF chief
Defense Minister Gallant and IDF chief Halevi met with IDF reserve officers and clarified that insubordination wouldn't be tolerated.
Is Israel's Herzog preparing a second judicial compromise initiative? - analysis
The secretive discourse suggests that a second Herzog initiative may be in preparation behind the scenes – without the politicians having had to meet.
Barkat: I want to double Israel’s GDP within 15 years
Barkat’s lofty goals may be difficult to achieve in light of the proposed legal reform, which may harm Israel’s reputation among foreign investors.
Grapevine: Lonely in Likud
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Likud MK Nir Barkat makes unannounced trip to Ukraine's Uman
The former mayor of Jerusalem was also photographed praying there in the memory of Nachman of Breslov with Ukraine's Chief Rabbi Moshe Asman.
Beitar Jerusalem: The tumultuous sage of the Israeli team's ownership
Japanika restaurant chain owner Barak Abramov's purchase of the Beitar jerusalem team ended a long saga since Moshe Hogeg bought it in 2018.
Gun license applications spike by 600% in Israel since March terror wave
New data reveals 151,015 private firearms are currently in the possession of 141,646 authorized civilians • Likud MK Nir Barkat insisted that more requests must be approved in 2022
Grapevine: Fighting terror
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Likud MK Barkat calls for patience on Netanyahu plea decision
Netanyahu faced criticism over the weekend from former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eizenkot, who is likely to enter politics soon.
Meet Benjamin Netanyahu's potential successors to head Likud
With nine candidates running, Israel's next prime minister could be elected by the fewest people ever.
