Touring Arab Israeli towns, Blue and White leader says no citizens will be forced into future Palestinian state in population swap

MK Ayman Odeh demands Blue and White leader rule out annexing parts of the West Bank and any transfer of Arab Israeli towns to a future Palestinian state

National Religious party says it is sorry if anyone was offended, claims chairman's comments were twisted; but Zman Yisrael recording backs up original report

In campaign speech in synagogue, defense minister also says ultra-Orthodox parties will accept any policy as long as they get money; vows not to join Blue and White government

Yoaz Hendel insists his statement on Israeli melting pot was not derisive, while right-wing and Arab politicians accuse him of racism and ignorance

Despite bump in support for Gantz and his allies, survey predicts Avigdor Liberman will retain his kingmaker status, potentially setting up further political stalemate

Shlomo Karai insists amended charges must be resubmitted, despite 45-day stay on submissions requested by prosecutor -- which could pave way for Netanyahu to start new immunity bid

If peace plan requires recognizing a Palestinian state, 45.3% said Israel should go ahead, 38.1% oppose the idea; half the population see release of plan as election interference

Blue and White chief says Trump proposal will be 'basis for any future arrangement,' pledges to implement it in coordination with Jordan, Egypt

Left-wing Labour-Gesher-Meretz also takes Benny Gantz to task for backing proposal that calls for Israel to annex Jordan Valley and settlements