Ramallah says deal with far-right Otzma Yehudit is 'sabotage' to prospects of future peace based on the two-state principle

Baruch Marzel and Michael Ben-Ari, founders of Otzma Yehudit who are both banned from running in elections due to incitement, to start new, even more extreme party

After politicians sit down for coalition talks, PM-designate's party also says deal reached to legalize many West Bank outposts within 60 days of government being formed

Islamist party's chief Abbas says wants to work with any coalition that is formed; National Unity, Yesh Atid squabble over Lapid's leadership of expected opposition in new Knesset

Religious Zionism leader Smotrich says anyone who raises 'a hand, weapon, or stone' should expect lethal force; Ta'al leader Tibi says 'Israeli-Jewish fascism' is a Jewish problem

Otzma Yehudit chief's office refuses to name any diplomats he's been in contact with; missions indicate clear reluctance to meet prospective incoming far-right minister

Far-right leader seeks legislation that would only accept conversions performed 'in accordance with Jewish law' for citizenship, overturning High Court ruling

Eisenkot warns far-right MK's lack of experience, hardline views will 'create chaotic environment'; Ex-Shin Bet official says he protested Gaza withdrawal via non-democratic means

As Herzog's consultations end, Likud chief gets backing of 64 MKs; both Arab parties decline to endorse anyone for prime minister; coalition negotiations continue

As president's consultations near end, Otzma Yehudit chief says he'll work for entire country but 'there should be order'; Noam, UTJ back Netanyahu, Ra'am refuses to support anyone