Deputy ambassador, speaking instead of boss Erdan on orders from Lapid, tells General Assembly emergency session that Jerusalem is prepared to mediate between sides if called upon

Though Jerusalem will vote to condemn Moscow, Lapid, reportedly mistrusting Erdan, is said to want Israel's representative in debate to stick to text and avoid a diplomatic spat

Bennett: We're 'one of the few that can communicate directly with both parties, and assist where requested. And we do help, quietly'

Yevgen Korniychuk predicts Russian leader could reconsider proposed Israeli mediation if talks on Belarus border don't yield breakthrough; says Russian invasion 'won't succeed'

In his first statement on the conflict, former prime minister warns against taking positions on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, saying the 'existential threat' is Iran

Foreign minister says Israel has 'moral duty, historical obligation' to be part of diplomatic, humanitarian efforts, and vows to 'leave no Israeli or Jew behind'

Former top Netanyahu aide Meir Ben Shabbat says Tehran must not be allowed to take advantage of world focus on Russian invasion

General Assembly vote to take place as early as Wednesday, and unlike Security Council resolution, which Jerusalem did not back, latest measure is sure to pass

However, official says Bennett's proposal in phone call with Russian leader demonstrates Jerusalem's unique position in the region

Foreign Minister Lapid reportedly wants Israel to side with Ukraine, as Prime Minister Bennett avoids directly condemning Moscow