Otzma Yehudit

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.

APRIL 27, 2026|ByKESHET NEEV

Ofer Golan arrive for a court hearing of Yonatan Orich and Eli Feldstein who were arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation, at the Magistrate's Court in Rishon Lezion, April 1, 2025.

Israelis attend a protest against the current Israeli government and the war in Tel Aviv, April 11, 2026.

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.

APRIL 24, 2026|ByMOSHE COHEN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

MK Zvika Fogel leads a National Security committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah, March 15, 2026.

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.

APRIL 13, 2026|ByYEHUDA SHLEZINGER, MIRIAM SELA-EITAM

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

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.

APRIL 12, 2026|ByKESHET NEEV, REUTERS

Otmza Yehudit, Shas resume spat as Knesset convenes for special recess session

The plenum may convene during the Knesset's summer recess following a special process initiated by either the government or a group of at least 25 Knesset members.

AUGUST 5, 2024ByELIAV BREUER

(L-R): Otzma Yehduit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir and Shas head Arye Deri, seen in the Knesset plenum (illustrative)

Ministers, MKs criticize arrests of soldiers suspected of terrorist prisoner abuse

Politicians called for "urgent debates" and were critical of each other's stances on protests which broke out at the base.

JULY 29, 2024ByELIAV BREUER

Protesters wave Israeli flags outside the Sde Teiman detention facility, after Israeli Military Police arrived at the site as part of an investigation into suspected abuse of a Palestinian detainee, near Beersheba in southern Israel, July 29, 2024.

Otzma Yehudit and haredi parties negotiating to pass series of controversial measures

Wheeling and dealing abound as Knesset wraps up summer session.

JULY 22, 2024ByELIAV BREUER

Itamar Ben-Gvir gestures following the announcement of exit polls at his party headquarters in Jerusalem.

'IDF pushing Hamas into a corner': MK Kreuzer slams deal that would 'endanger' Israel

MK Kreuzer on hostage negotiations: 'Hamas [still] remains firm on demand for IDF withdrawal'.

JULY 14, 2024By103FM

Minister Amichai Eliyahu calls out Attorney General: 'There is paralysis within the system'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu discusses Hamas's response to hostage deal, coalition disagreements, and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's political views.

JULY 9, 2024By103FM

Yair Netanyahu: 'High Court and prosecutor's office destroying the country'

Netanyahu shared the words of Dr. Michael Ben-Ari, a former Knesset member of Otzma Yehudit, who was disqualified from running for the Knesset due to incitement to racism.

JULY 6, 2024ByWALLA!