Survey shows National Unity party chief also has slight lead over PM in terms of suitability to lead country

Netanyahu has previously been noncommittal when asked if he'd adhere to potential decision striking down bill; doesn't mention Tuesday's reasonableness hearing at cabinet meeting

Opposition politicians who could conceivably help extricate Israel from the potentially existential crisis into which Netanyahu has plunged us know that he simply cannot be trusted

Up to his neck in trouble, the premier would be thrilled to compromise on the judiciary makeover, but those he needs behind him see little reason to help him out

Likud leader offers face-to-face talks after meeting Justice Minister Levin, who opposes plan reportedly accepted by premier; National Unity party head dismisses call as 'spin'

Likud and Yesh Atid MK say no deal, but leave door open to possible agreement as Gantz stays mum hours after boosting talks; smaller parties across spectrum rebuff compromise

After riots, cabinet members okay administrative detentions, weigh pulling work permits; Netanyahu says they'll also strive 'to get all the rest of the illegal infiltrators out'

Government members argue day's unrest is proof of need to overhaul judicial system; police chiefs back cops who used live fire against rioters

President didn't publicly call for ceasefire early on in order to build trust with PM, used Gantz admission that Israel was running out of targets to later tell premier, 'it's over'

Kfar Saba court orders PM's son to compensate Blue and White activist Dana Cassidy for 'shocking and extreme' statements, which led to harassment by Netanyahu supporters