Incoming finance minister says he wants to promote free market, freedom of expression; 'Israel’s new government isn’t what you’ve heard, he argues

In meeting with incoming police minister, Herzog notes many across Israel and Jewish world have deep concerns over new government; Ben Gvir responds, 'I'll serve the entire nation'

New Netanyahu government stresses exclusive Jewish rights to Land of Israel, backs annexation in principle; presents its guidelines and individual deals before swearing-in Thursday

Outgoing defense minister says it is 'not damaging' for top commanders to enter Knesset 3 years after leaving military, as Religious Zionism and Otzma Yehudit call for extension

Executives from mainstream groups warn proposals by Netanyahu's partners targeting LGBTQ people, women, non-Orthodox Jews will lead to Jewish-led protests outside Israeli embassy

Knesset correspondent Carrie Keller-Lynn on last-minute legislation ahead of Thursday's planned swearing-in; environment reporter Sue Surkes on revolutionized egg industry

Religious Zionism MK suggests Kohavi is positioning himself for a political career as he ends his service, urges longer cooling-off before army chiefs of staff can run for office

Ahead of Thursday's planned swear-in, Netanyahu and allies pass their second politically required law -- to give Smotrich Defense Ministry post, remove obstacles to Deri's return

Lawmaker voices rare criticism of Likud leader from within party's own ranks, says coalition's plans will 'hurt us all over the world'

Outgoing military head Aviv Kohavi and incoming PM agree to advance military-linked legislation only after IDF ‘presents the consequences and significance’ of such bills