Netanyahu ally also said to inform Smotrich he was passed over for Justice Ministry because it is key to the premier's future

After dissenting statements came from within URWP calling dibs on Education Ministry, party co-leaders slam those who would 'divide' religious Zionism

Judicial officials say Netanyahu's plan to stay on as acting minister for at least a week breeds conflict of interest due to looming corruption charges

As pre-indictment hearing looms, sources in office overseeing investigations say Netanyahu's firing of Shaked produced a conflict of interest

After firing ministers Naftali Bennett and Ayelet Shaked, PM will hold off on appointing their successors, says he wants to consult with his Likud party and other political allies

Osher Band, 15, hospitalized after being attacked at school; rabbis say they are 'shocked and pained' to hear of her treatment