Party's No. 4 says he believes PM is ‘most fit’ to head party, but pushes back against growing acrimony in the primary by praising Gideon Sa'ar's challenge

Criminals pay travelers to take suitcases full of leaves abroad, but European countries have increasingly been punishing those they catch

After AG says an appointment can be made, public security minister weighs holdup over police refusal to hand over candidates' full lie detector results

Public security minister has asked to name permanent choices for roles due to the unusual ongoing situation of a transitional government for past 12 months

10 days before leadership primary, dark horse candidate greets some 1,000 supporters, argues Netanyahu helming party will mean victory for the left

Minister notes to attorney general that while it's unusual for transitional government to make permanent appointments, ongoing cycle of elections is exceptional circumstance

Support for Netanyahu challenger grows, with heavyweight Haim Katz also set to back him; senior MKs Erdan, Edelstein reportedly won't endorse either candidate

80 commissioners and deputies pen letter to public security minister, warning that 'violent discourse' against the force undermines its authority, threatens Israel's democracy

Former Jerusalem mayor says plan to elect No. 2 will 'thwart attempts to divide the party, and strengthen Likud'

Lawmakers reportedly considering next steps amid reports of internal efforts to depose party leader; party central committee head gives tacit support to primary