Forced to yield his portfolios due to corruption indictment, PM appoints David Bitan agriculture minister; Likud's Hotovely and Shas's Cohen also given ministries

At campaign launch event, Israel Democratic Party leader goes on the offensive like a guerrilla warrior leading a unlikely coup. It may be his only choice

Shaked asks if former PM thinks Israelis have forgotten his 'botched term,' while Shaffir says his new party marks a return to 'courageous' politics

Former premier pans Blue and White leadership for lack of passion needed to convince voters in the last campaign, says size of blocs, not individual parties will determine winner