Yair Lapid

Israel has reportedly assured the US it would hit Iranian conventional military targets rather than nuclear facilities or oil fields.

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri emphasized efforts to extend IDF service exemptions for yeshiva students, citing Torah study's importance amid military needs.

Both Lapid and Gantz are providing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a political “safety net” to ensure a deal to rescue the hostages from Hamas captivity.

The leader of the opposition, MK Yair Lapid, called on the government to announce the diplomatic and strategic goals for the northern conflict.

Residents and politicians in northern Israel oppose the US-French ceasefire proposal with Hezbollah, fearing it may lead to future violence.

Negotiations for Gideon Sa'ar to replace Yoav Gallant as defense minister stalled due to conflict with Hezbollah, sparking debate over the political and security implications.

Yair Lapid criticized efforts to replace Defense Minister Gallant with Gideon Sa'ar, while Sa'ar refuted Lapid’s claims of security experience and past political offers.

In a meeting with US officials, Yair Lapid spoke on the urgency of a solution on the Lebanon front and securing Hamas negotiations for the release of hostages.

The Knesset approved a second 2024 budget, driven by the Israel-Hamas war, with 57 votes for and 51 against.

Lapid said that if Levin refused to respect the High Court decision, he would act so that the committee convened regardless.