Smotrich backs Otzma Yehudit proposal to extend administrative detention powers from military to Ben Gvir; Arab parties say government priorities are misplaced

Head of Arab party says justice minister has sought his backing for controversial legislation, but reiterates he would 'never support things that will harm the democratic model'

Justice minister said offering Arab leader funds for communities; Abbas not ruling out cooperation but wants meaningful action on crime and an end to delegitimization of his party

After skipping out first day of talks, Labor says it came to table to ensure 'the overthrow laws don't come back'; president also meets with representatives of Ra'am, Hadash-Ta'al

MK Mansour Abbas says demonstrations represent broad section of Israeli public, but should avoid provoking clashes with police; 50,000 expected at Tel Aviv rally this weekend

Abbas questions the purpose of Hadash-Ta’al alliance and its 'dogmatic' approach to politics, saying it does not help Arabs; says community fears incoming right-wing coalition

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

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