Otzma Yehudit
Smotrich enters joint ticket talks with former Likud MK Feiglin as Likud slams Ben-Gvir
Simultaneously, tensions grew between National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and the Likud party after he announced that Otzma Yehudit would not run together with the Religious Zionist Party.
From lost ship to new battleground: Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir using Altalena in election spat - analysis
Netanyahu calls for Otzma Yehudit and RZP to unite, Ben-Gvir signals his opposition
Otzma Yehudit publishes children's book about Ben-Gvir's actions as Nat. Sec. minister
Ben-Gvir-backed 'muezzin bill' to limit mosque loudspeakers passes preliminary Knesset reading
The bill's proposal argues that in many Muslim countries there are clear restrictions on noise levels, and "some countries have almost entirely prohibited the use of loudspeaker systems in mosques."
Likud, Netanyahu dropping in public eyes amid Iran war, contentious legislation - poll
This is Likud’s lowest figure since August 2025, when it received 21 seats in a Maariv poll. However, the coalition bloc maintained its strength from last week at 50 seats.
Gov’t secretary says contentious haredi draft bill will pass, coalition soon to secure majority
Fuchs dismissed comments from Haskel, who objected to the bill, and from the group of coalition lawmakers who also objected to it.
Over half of Israelis want PM Netanyahu to retire from politics, not run in Knesset election - poll
Poll: 55% of Israelis want Netanyahu to step down, as the coalition drops to 49 seats and the opposition strengthens to a majority.
Zehut party leader to run in elections on joint list with ex-Otzma Yehudit chair
The party said the alliance was born out of the understanding that the faith-based nationalist public in Israel currently "needs a strong political home."
Ben-Gvir appoints former Netanyahu adviser as Otzma Yehudit campaign strategist
The Otzma Yehudit party, known for its far-right stance, has recently polled at around eight seats, making it a key player in Netanyahu’s coalition.
Likud no longer the largest party in Knesset in latest election poll
At the start of Operation Roaring Lion, Likud held a six-seat lead over Bennett. Since then, however, Likud has lost three seats while Bennett has gained three.
MK Fogel deletes X post mocking Trump at Ben-Gvir's request, says he wanted 'to be heard'
The post remained online for over an hour and gained traction on American platforms, reaching roughly half a million views.
Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount, says he feels like the ‘owner’ of holy site, Jordan condemns trip
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he feels like the “owner” of the Temple Mount and vows expanded Jewish access, as Jordan condemns the visit.
One month of war uncertainty leaves Israel’s political map unchanged - poll
The poll further found that 51% of Israelis do not trust US President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a way that would preserve Israel’s interests.