Editor David Horovitz on incoming prime minister Netanyahu's next task -- to moderate his coalition; news editor Amy Spiro brings overlooked tale of refugees detained in camps

Under fire for saying security service caused 1995 murder, Religious Zionism leader insists organization should admit responsibility; critics lament his ministerial aspirations

Incoming PM is also facing Smotrich's demand for the Finance Ministry; meanwhile, Likud MKs see their negotiating power for top jobs reduced, particularly Israel Katz

Former Shin Bet chief Dichter, now potentially allied with Religious Zionism head, calls speech 'unhinged'; security service hits back with unsigned statement from 'shocked' agents

Extremist MK to meet Netanyahu Monday; Smotrich said to demand defense or finance portfolio; Likud MKs reportedly seeking law change to enable indicted Bitan to become minister

Sources in security agency decry 'conspiracy theories' that promote 'extremist discourse'; Netanyahu strikes rare conciliatory tone, urges unity after divisive election campaign

The comeback PM will have no trouble assembling his coalition. The challenge will be reining in his allies, in the areas where he'd still want to, when he has no alternate partners

Outgoing tourism chief Razvozov says party will back government when it agrees on matters, but fight back if needed; Meretz minister says Ben Gvir, Smotrich are 'pyromaniacs'

Talks underway even before Netanyahu formally given mandate; Religious Zionism MKs say 'won't enter the coalition without one another' as Smotrich meets with Likud leader alone

Likud head will sit down with allies individually in Jerusalem, even before he is formally tasked with building new government; Deri reportedly offered first ministerial choice

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