Pushing back against criticism over funding for Haredi schools that don't teach core studies, PM claims he is leveling the playing field; Gantz: Ultra-Orthodox kids deserve better

Prime minister overtakes Gantz in public support after latest Gaza flare-up, Channel 12 survey says; 63% say premier 'surrendered to the ultra-Orthodox' in budget talks

Galit Gutman later issues apology after facing widespread criticism for accusing right-religious coalition of 'simply milking its citizens'

President pushes parties to get serious about finding compromise solution: 'It's money time'; debate expected to heat up in June, after state budget passes

Lapid supports walkout, while finance minister says move is 'wanton and irresponsible'; Gantz calls proposal discriminatory, as plan expected to be appended to Arrangements Bill

In closed-door comments, ex-president claims Netanyahu asked him to find partner for government, gave him blank check for demands; Likud, Gantz's office both deny version of events

Prime minister pulls back in front of Gantz as most suitable for job, and Likud party -- but not coalition -- sees boost after sinking for weeks amid judicial overhaul protests

UN lauds truce agreement, calls on all parties to observe deal; National security adviser warns Israel 'will do everything it needs to to protect itself'

Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian, political writer Tal Schneider and Knesset reporter Carrie Keller-Lynn discuss Shield and Arrow, expected response and politicians' reactions

Former finance minister says negotiations serve Netanyahu's efforts to pass budget, dent international opposition to his efforts to neuter the judiciary