Cellcom had offered NIS 590 million ($172m) for its smaller competitor; antitrust authority says cellular market will remain competitive even after the merger

Deal would see Mizrahi-Tefahot swallow up smaller bank; move was disqualified last year over anti-trust issues but appeals tribunal says not enough evidence to block takeover

Knesset commission of inquiry lambastes financial sector for 'systematically' extending or writing off loans for rich while pursuing small debtors 'to last cent'