Seven MKs enter Knesset to take up seats vacated by ministers, but one joins the opposition instead of siding with the government

Netanyahu offered various proposals in meeting at which US envoy Friedman served as moderator, TV report says, but Blue and White duo has 'no appetite for dramatic moves'

Israeli leaders sit down with David Friedman as PM's planned July 1 start date for unilateral move nears; report says partial annexation or postponement of plan being weighed

White House accuses international court of pursuing politically motivated probes of US and allies; Israeli lawmakers say move against proves US president a 'great' friend of Israel

Right-wing leaders join fierce criticism of 'unparalleled ingratitude' of Yesha Council chief David Elhayani, amid fears that offending US president could torpedo annexation plans

PM's supporters repeat claims that the charges against him are politically motivated; several ministers plan to accompany him to court

Nomination still requires a parliamentary vote; Blue and White leader officially quits post, with move going into effect in 48 hours, after coalition sworn in

Tourism minister says only ground floor rooms can again host guests, cautions planned May 3 reopening could be delayed if infection rate worsens; Health Ministry said to object

Yariv Levin cited his longstanding opposition to trials held using remote technology; fellow Likud Ministers Ohana and Erdan agreed

Members of Netanyahu's party lambaste High Court ruling ordering vote on new parliament speaker by Wednesday; some MKs urge defiance, others in Likud say decision must be respected