Likud officials eyed idea of leader moving to new post, hoping it would break country out of political logjam, but PM eventually said: 'It's better to be leader of the opposition'

In repeatedly breaking his most solemn promises to coalition partners, Netanyahu has convinced growing ranks of potential allies it’s simply not profitable to do business with him

Still seeking to lure would-be rebels, Likud okays 3 reserved spots on electoral slate; prospective coalition said to fear fresh US pressure on settlements could expose disputes

After prime minister makes cryptic remark during Likud faction meeting, two right-wing parties of emerging government dismiss notion he will vacate office

While acknowledging 'world of difference,' May Golan says PM-designate and his partner in the emerging new government are 'like terrorists who don't believe in anything anymore'

As he faces prospect of losing power to his rivals, PM decries 'effort to frame the right as something violent,' claims Israel seeing 'the greatest election fraud' in its history

Facebook, Instagram and Twitter lock accounts of PM's son after he shares address of Yamina MK; Likud accuses sites of 'censoring the right'

Cops separate between demonstrators for and against brewing coalition, as pro-Netanyahu activist branded a 'Nazi'

Lapid still struggling to close gaps with Ayelet Shaked and Islamist party before midnight; prospective vote to swear in new government won't be held for 12 days

Former Jerusalem mayor Nir Barkat the most popular choice to take over, with 45%; Likud MK Kisch dismisses survey as a 'lie' aimed at 'subversion'