President lauds Arab and Muslim leadership in Israel for contributing to containment of virus, thereby helping safeguard all citizens; Gantz, Ashkenazi also send holiday wishes

As his corruption trial begins, the PM's supporters go on the offensive and Avichai Mandelblit finds himself embroiled once more in a decade-old scandal

TV report says EU, UN also back proposed meeting in Geneva, viewing it as opportunity to prevent West Bank annexation under Trump plan; unclear if Israel will get invite

Incoming top diplomat says deal could shape Israel's borders, but annexation should be 'advanced responsibly' in keeping with Jerusalem's strategic interests

Top diplomats to convene Friday, with Jerusalem's plan to apply sovereignty to settlements, Jordan Valley 'the most important item on the agenda'

Blue and White MK set to be appointed foreign minister in new government despite previous differences with Netanyahu

Deputy attorney general says Netanyahu hasn't decided if he will advance legislation to continue controversial program; panel head Ashkenazi says government faces 'tough decision'

MKs raise concerns over wording of bill that would allow program to be extended, leading government to announce a rethink; Shin Bet racking of carriers ongoing

Prime minister and Meretz party head both condemn statement from Yair Netanyahu accusing Tel Aviv protesters of endangering public health and wishing illness on political rivals

Organizers say 2,000 people at black flag' rally at Habima Square; demonstrators keep 2 meters' distance in line with virus regulations