Pinchas Idan defends himself before Likud tribunal, saying Histadrut labor federation head Arnon Bar-David told him work stoppage was implemented 'in coordination' with the premier

Reports claim PM sought action by Histadrut, to create pressure on his own government to halt judicial overhaul legislation

2,000 sign petition against Pinchas Idan over his decision to freeze outgoing flights; doctors' union urges PM to condemn minister who said protesting medics should be disbarred

Zman Yisrael editor Biranit Goren and Knesset correspondent Carrie Keller-Lynn delve into PM Benjamin Netanyahu's long game, and report on protests and steps toward negotiations

Chair of Knesset law committee says action called by Histadrut in opposition to judicial reform legislation was illegal, warns it to expect consequences

Stores, banks, and offices around the country begin to close, joining the nationwide strike against the government's plans; Discount Bank warns of economic impact of unrest

Arnon Bar-David holds emergency meeting with business leaders after Netanyahu fires Gallant for calling to halt judicial overhaul; students and universities declare strike

Alongside head of business umbrella group, Histadrut head Arnon Bar-David gives 'full support' for deal based on President Herzog's as-yet-unrevealed proposals

Soccer team says its south Tel Aviv HQ suffered 'enormous damage,' with fears building may collapse; has requested that key game against Beitar Jerusalem be postponed

Agreement announced by Finance Minister Smotrch and Histadrut chief Arnon Bar-David is first salary adjustment since 2015