In first TV interview since leaving office, Rivlin says he didn't join mass protests against defense minister's sacking out of custom, but phoned him with message of support

President says he accepts constructive criticism of his 'People's Framework' for judicial overhaul 'with love and great respect'

Herzog beseeches sides to seize opportunity for 'formative constitutional moment' and not 'destroy country' by remaining on collision course; cabinet secretary swiftly downplays it

Decrying 'nightmare' crisis over judicial revamp, president says current legislative package undermines democracy, asserts he has reached behind-the-scenes agreement on most issues

As the judiciary fight escalates, only one institution has proven determined to bring the sides to the table, demand compromise and push back against narrow sectarian politics

President says current plan would have 'negative impact on Israel's democratic foundations'; floats 5 principles as basis for reform, pleads with government to delay legislation

40-year-old Brig. Gen. Naama Rosen, who has served in series of intelligence roles during 22 years of service, hailed by Herzog for 'making history'

Political correspondent Tal Schneider discusses highlights from Herzog interview and health writer Nathan Jeffay analyzes the Strauss salmonella outbreak and a new blood bank

President and US speaker emphasize 'unbreakable bond' between the two countries; Pelosi says Iron Dome funding will be approved next month

Workers describe former Citizen No. 1 as insulting, dismissive, reducing some to tears; Rivlin apologizes, but notes claims are anonymous; former spokesperson backs him