TAL SHALEV

Tal Shalev has been the political correspondent and commentator for Walla! NEWS since 2016.

Previously, Shalev served as the political correspondent for the international news channel i24news and held editing positions at Walla! And Haaretz.

In addition to her work, she regularly lectures on Israeli politics and government to English-speaking groups visiting Israel.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf seen in Jerusalem, September 27, 2023

Ultra-orthodox ultimatum pressures Netanyahu over military draft crisis - explainer

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President of the South American Football Association (CONMEBOL) and FIFA Vice President, Alejandro Domínguez at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. September 7, 2023.

Netanyahu planning to attend Beitar-Hapoel Beersheba final, denounced by Kibbutz Nir Oz

 IDF soldiers seen in the aftermath of Hamas's Nova music festival massacre in Re'im, southern Israel, on October 7, 2023.

Gov't to discuss Oct. 7 security failure probe ahead of court deadline


PM Netanyahu’s bodyguards wear masks at ceremonies fearing arrests abroad

At various Independence Day ceremonies, close-up shots of soldiers were also avoided due to similar concerns.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security guards with masks on their faces, May 1, 2025.

Soldiers at annual Herzog ceremony remain anonymous due to fears of int'l prosecution

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion has ordered that preparations be made for a postponed Independence Day ceremony during the day.

  Former hostage Omer Shem Tov speaks during an event for outstanding soldiers as part of Israel's 77th Independence Day celebrations, at the President's Residence in Jerusalem on May 1, 2025.

Netanyahu removes Nevatim Airport bill from agenda after opposition from security forces

Before reaching the plenum, the bill was also meant to undergo another discussion in the Ministerial Committee for Legislation.

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Ronen Bar to clarify warnings about Netanyahu to closed session of Knesset on Wednesday

"We cannot ignore the grave letter from the head of the Shin Bet. Summon him immediately to present his claims.

 Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) Ronen Bar attends the state ceremony at Mount Herzl. September 26, 2023.

Bill regulating use of cannabis for medical purposes passes in Knesset preliminary reading

37 MKs supported the proposal submitted by MK Moshe Passal, and 20 opposed it. 

 AN EMPLOYEE CUTS cannabis buds in a laboratory in Vienna.

Israel considers setting official status for victims of October 7, Gaza war

The proposal would establish a framework for commemorating civilians who will be eligible for a civilian funeral with military symbols and a special headstone resembling a military grave.

The late Alon Shamriz

The luxury hotel that everyone wants to stay at, with a winter offer within reach

Over the next two months, the American Colony hotel is offering packages with afternoon English tea and a Middle Eastern dinner. And the price isn’t sky-high.

 The American Colony Hotel Jerusalem

IDF to carry out 'powerful operation' against 'terrorist hotspots' in West Bank

Explosions occurred on Thursday in three buses parked in a lot in Bat Yam. Police reported that damage was caused, but there were no injuries.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu with Transportation Minister Miri Regev in the Knesset, last year.

Brother of hostage Alon Ohel: Without a deal, there may be no one left to save

After nearly 500 days, the Ohel family received the first sign of life from their son, but the harrowing descriptions of his condition raise fears that time is running out.

 "We cannot sabotage or lie—we saw with our own eyes what is happening to them there." – Ron Ohel, brother of Gaza captive Alon.

Benny Gantz willing to discuss judicial appointments outline with gov't ministers

The National Unity leader is the first among opposition leaders to express a willingness to discuss the proposal to change the composition of the Judicial Appointments Committee.

National Unity chairman MK Benny Gantz holds a faction meeting in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, December 9, 2024