Ofer Cassif

Israeli envoy to US condemns settler violence in West Bank, invokes Torah justice

Leiter connected his criticism of the violence to the Jewish commandment of settling the Land of Israel, arguing that the principle also carries a responsibility to uphold justice.

ISRAELI AMBASSADOR to the US Yechiel Leiter in the Oval Office seen at the White House in April 2026.
Hadash-Ta'al MK Ofer Cassif says the IDF attempted to delay him from entering Kusra by declaring it a 'closed military zone,' August 14, 2026.

'This is what occupation looks like': MK Cassif says IDF tried to prevent him from entering Kusra

 MK Ofer Cassif attends a Constitution, Law and Justice Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, January 21, 2026.

Jewish MK Ofer Cassif decries Operation Roaring Lion, warns of regional impact

An illustration of a soldier suffering with mental health difficulties.

IDF soldier suicide attempts spike to 279 since 2024, Knesset report reveals


Far Left MK Ofer Cassif calls new Shin Bet chief Zini a 'dangerous jihadist'

Far Left MK Ofer Cassif called new Shin Bet chief Maj.-Gen. (res.) David Zini a “dangerous jihadist” who seeks “eternal war."

MK Ofer Cassif speaks during a plenum session at the assembly hall of the Knesset, November 11, 2024.

WATCH: MKs Ayman Odeh, Ofer Cassif kicked out of Knesset mid-Trump speech

During the speech, the MKs shouted "terrorist" at Trump and held up signs that read "Recognize Palestine."

MKs Ayman Odeh and Ofer Cassif get ejected from the Knesset while US President Donald Trump speaks on October 13, 2025.

Detainees held for attacking Ayman Odeh during Ness Ziona protest released, court rules

One suspect was released under restrictive conditions, while the other two were placed under house arrest until Monday. During the attack, Odeh’s car was damaged, and protesters spat at him.

 A discussion and a vote on the expulsion of MK Ayman Odeh at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, July 14, 2025.

WATCH: MK Ayman Odeh's vehicle attacked, spat on by violent protesters in Ness Ziona

Eyewitnesses reported that the officers took minimal action, choosing instead to "contain" the situation rather than intervene forcefully.

 MK Aymen Odeh at a protest in Ness Ziona, July 19, 2025.

'Cheap populism,' MK Cassif calls out Ben-Gvir's arrival at his evidentiary hearing

Ben Gvir came to the hearing to show his support for the police officer who filed the complaint and is testifying against Cassif.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir attends the evidentiary hearing against MK Ofer Cassif, June 9, 2025.

Netanyahu: Opposition supports ‘losing the war’ out of lust for power

MK Ofer Cassif removed from Knesset podium after he accused Benjamin Netanyahu of bombing children.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset on May 28, 2025.

Ofer Cassif expelled from Knesset for accusing IDF of war crimes

He will be suspended for six months and have his pay withheld for two weeks from November 12; this is one of the most severe punishments against an MK in recent years.

 MK Ofer Cassif attends a House committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on January 30, 2024

Why did the High Court let a far-right Kahanist run for office? - opinion

The implication of these observations is that the High Court made a highly questionable decision that has contributed to the mayhem that has characterized Netanyahu’s coalition ever since.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks at a convention in Jerusalem on January 28, calling for Israel to rebuild settlements in the Gaza Strip.

Tensions in National Unity after Gantz's absence from Cassif impeachment vote

Day after failed ousting of MK Ofer Cassif, New Hope disappointed with four Blue and White members' absence during crucial vote, deepening political rifts.

 Gideon Sa'ar

MK Ofer Cassif avoids impeachment in political drama, vote splits coalition and opposition

85 voted in favor, five less than the required amount.

 MK Ofer Cassif attends a House committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on January 30, 2024