Kan news indicates negotiation difficulties may leave interim government in place for a few more days; Shas leader said offered expanded interior portfolio

Report says likely new coalition to raise monthly handouts to $380, costing taxpayers an additional $439 million a year; former PM Bennett: Move 'neither practical nor moral'

Yisrael Beytenu declines to endorse candidate; United Torah Judaism lawmakers vow to block changes to status quo on Temple Mount after president's hot mic warning about Ben Gvir

President warns Shas party about Temple Mount dangers in reference to far-right MK, who responds that Herzog assured him he need only explain his positions for world to understand

Yariv Levin tells president talks over reforms only valid if not being used as a delay tactic, as pre-ordained process kicks off ahead of Netanyahu being handed mandate Sunday

Haredi party chairs to coordinate on issues regarding Jewish identity as ultra-Orthodox factions look likely to play major role on return to government; US envoy Nides phones Deri

Anticipated coalition still likely to have major impact on religion-and-state issues, with reforms on kashrut certification, conversion and LGBT rights expected to be rolled back

After final vote tally announced, Likud leader to control a 64-seat bloc despite narrow lead in overall vote count, as both Meretz and Balad drop below electoral threshold

PM reportedly tells ministers to prepare for transition of power; Netanyahu tasks Levin with coalition negotiations; Shas leader Deri may become finance minister, report says

Former prime minister said planning swift negotiations with partners to quickly oust Lapid, who has reportedly yet to speak with partners amid widespread anger over poor showing