Compromise on judicial reform 'closer than ever,' president says
"There are agreements behind the scenes on most things. Now it's up to our national leadership," Isaac Herzog says.
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'Don't call us objectors; don't erase 20 years of service'
A reserve pilot defends a group of fellow airmen who announced their plan to skip out on reserve duty in protest of the judicial reform.
As pilots' protest intensifies, former IAF chiefs appeal to PM to end judicial crisis
According to Israel Hayom sources, reservists in two squadrons have explored the possibility of not showing up for part or all the routine training days if they are called up, a day after members of the IAF's 69th Squadron said they would skip one day of training.
In apparent nod to critics, judicial reform to be tweaked
Israel Hayom learns that controversial provision barring judicial review of basic laws would only be in effect in cases where they are passed by two separate Knessets.
PM's wife whisked away by police after hair salon besieged
Hundreds of security forces are called to the scene after protesters block entrance to the salon, shouting Sara Netanyahu "won't be allowed to leave." PM Netanyahu blasts the "anarchistic activists" and calls on the Opposition to "condemn this shameful act that is unprecedented."
Do not drag Israel into anarchy, Netanyahu tells protesters amid judicial reform crisis
The prime minister spoke after 'day of disturbances' roiled Israel on Wednesday. Clashes with police resulted in minor injuries, dozens detained.
Widespread protests over judicial reforms result in dozens arrested, major disruptions
Police fire stun grenades at demonstrators after they block the Ayalon Highway. Activists also prevent trains from operating as movement against government's proposed judicial overhaul intensifies.
Head of anti-LGBT party slams Netanyahu, leaves government
Noam leader MK Avi Maoz, who has made homophobic and racially charged statements, says PM won't let him pursue his ultra-conservative agenda.
Netanyahu blasts Opposition for suggesting he incited violence against protesters
After his words are misconstrued, the prime minister clarifies that he did not instruct his ministers to "punch protesters," but rather "punch back at their lies."
Israel Police, demonstrators clash for hours as judicial reform protests escalate
During the main protest in Tel Aviv, some demonstrators block the main freeway and light bonfire. Two officers bitten.