Netanyahu vows to govern for all Israelis

The entire country will be represented by policies of his incoming government, said Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu. By Erin Viner "Everyone will live in accordance with their own faith. This…

Netanyahu edges closer to government formation

The right-wing Religious Zionism party has reached a deal to join Israel’s 37th government. By Erin Viner Israeli Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu has now secured membership of 46 of the…

Netayahu begins coalition-building talks

Israeli Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu is holding talks with members of the right-wing bloc that will likely form the country’s 37th government. By Erin Viner The presumptive incumbent Prime Minister…

Israel resumes offshore gas exploration

The development is being undertaken in hope of reaching an export deal to Europe. By Erin Viner Exploration for new gas fields is aimed at not only meeting renewable energy…

OECD: Israeli economy ‘remarkable, inspirational’

The Secretary General of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) highlighted Israel’s economic prowess during a visit to Jerusalem. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner “Since Israel joined…

Israel lowers taxes

The move is part of an economic plan to reduce the cost of living presented by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Minister of Finance Avigdor Liberman and Minister of Economy Orna…

Israeli economy blossoms

Despite devastation on businesses wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic, the Israeli economy is expected to rebound with a 7.1% rise this year. By Erin Viner The Finance Ministry announced the…

Israeli budget approved after 3.5-year stalemate

Approval of the 2022 national budget bolsters the stability and fiscal responsibility of the diverse, cross-partisan coalition government led by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. By Erin Viner The vote of…

Israel gives emergency aid to India

Israel has begun delivery of emergency medical aid to coronavirus-stricken ally India. "The extension of emergency assistance is an expression of the deep friendship between our countries in India's time…

4.6% rise in Israeli economy forecast

Israel’s economy has been badly damaged by the coronavirus, similar to that which has been experiences around the globe. Israel’s Finance Ministry has nevertheless estimated a 4.6% growth of the…