Yoaz Hendel insists his statement on Israeli melting pot was not derisive, while right-wing and Arab politicians accuse him of racism and ignorance

Despite bump in support for Gantz and his allies, survey predicts Avigdor Liberman will retain his kingmaker status, potentially setting up further political stalemate

'Where's the logic in igniting violence with irresponsible declarations of annexation?' demands former army deputy chief Yair Golan; PM retorts he has 'gone off the rails'

If peace plan requires recognizing a Palestinian state, 45.3% said Israel should go ahead, 38.1% oppose the idea; half the population see release of plan as election interference

How did the prime minister's moment of resounding, 'historic' triumph in Washington turn into a bitter farce and anger his right-wing base?

But release of US proposal, indictment of Netanyahu fail to break deadlock between rival Knesset blocs in trio of pre-election surveys

Move would likely challenge Blue and White's rivals on the right, who have come out in support of proposal but oppose its offering of a state to Palestinians

Blue and White leader thanks US president for personal invite to discuss Mideast plan, calls him a 'true friend to Israel'; PM says trip is 'opportunity that should not be missed'

Channel 12 reports party fears move is part of a Netanyahu plan to push Blue and White leader into a corner and embarrass him, notes decision could change if US applies pressure

As rivals Netanyahu and Gantz get White House invite, Washington's proposal could be a basis for long-elusive Israeli unity government, and a springboard for annexing settlements