Amit Segal
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Amit Segal, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Nir Barkat Allegedly Tried to Oust Netanyahu Shortly After War Began
Nir Barkat reportedly attempted a political maneuver to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu shortly after the 2023 war began, but the effort failed and Netanyahu maintained his leade…
Amir Barak Attempted to Oust Netanyahu After October 7, Reporter Amit Segal Reveals
Reporter Amit Segal revealed that Minister Amir Barak tried to oust Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, exposing political strife within Israel's government.
Amid Controversy, Israel Katz Secures Likud Knesset Slot Without Primaries
Israel Katz, Gideon Sa'ar, and Haim Katz were granted protected slots on the Likud Knesset list without primaries, sparking criticism from journalists and commentators. The move…
Israeli Journalists Raviv Drucker and Amit Segal Clash Over Yair Golan's Party List Decision
Israeli journalists Raviv Drucker and Amit Segal engaged in a public dispute over Yair Golan's refusal to reserve a Knesset list spot for Einav Tsangocker, with accusations of bro…
Yair Golan Faces Backlash for Breaking Promise to Reserve Knesset Spot for Einav Tsangooker
Yair Golan faces sharp criticism after breaking his promise to reserve a Knesset seat for Einav Tsangooker, mother of former captive Matan Tsangooker, leading to public disputes a…
Arab States Discuss Signing Then Violating Israel Agreement Amid Regional Tensions
Officials from Arab countries discussed signing a peace deal with Israel only to break it later, amid regional tensions and new alliances like the Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defense pa…
Arab State Advises Another to Sign Peace with Israel, Then Wage War When Convenient
Two Arab countries discussed a strategy to sign a peace agreement with Israel now but break it later to start a war when convenient, according to a newly released report.
Deputy Commander Smuggles Millions in Goods into Gaza Under Operational Cover
A deputy commander in the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion used his authority to smuggle millions of shekels worth of goods into Gaza disguised as a special operations mission, by…
Amit Segal Supports Gilad Erdan’s Claim of Likud Offer Amid Political Shifts
Amit Segal supports Gilad Erdan’s claim that Likud offered him a reserved spot, but Erdan is reportedly forming a new party. Segal notes Netanyahu’s limited ability to allocate re…
Amid Strong Ratings for Keshet 12, Tensions Emerge Between Amit Segal and Moria Asraf on Channel 13
Keshet 12 led Israeli TV ratings with "Dancing with the Stars," while a tense exchange occurred between Amit Segal and Moria Asraf on Channel 13.
Dan Illouz Prefers Yair Golan Over Ultra-Orthodox Ministers in Government
MK Dan Illouz, now with Yisrael Beiteinu, expressed a preference for Yair Golan in government roles over ultra-Orthodox party ministers, despite previously criticizing Golan. He c…
Barak Ravid Details His Call With Trump Amid US President's Lowest Moment
Israeli journalist Barak Ravid discussed his first call with US President Donald Trump during a difficult period, early knowledge of an Israeli strike in Iran, and his media caree…
Benny Gantz and Ayelet Shaked Advance Talks for Joint Election Run
Benny Gantz and Ayelet Shaked are negotiating a joint election run with Gantz leading the list and Shaked securing the first ministerial pick, amid wider efforts to unify the cent…
Israeli Security Forces Arrest Terrorist Driving Humanitarian Aid Truck in Gaza
Israeli forces arrested a terrorist involved in the October 7 attacks while he was driving a humanitarian aid truck in Gaza, leading to his immediate interrogation.
Israeli Security Officials Warn of Drone Bomb Threats from Within Israeli Cities
Israeli security officials report a growing threat from explosive drones operated by terrorist groups within Israeli cities, with no current effective countermeasures. The concern…
Right-Wing Voters Prioritize War Victory Over Ultra-Orthodox Draft in New Survey
A July 2026 survey of Israeli right-wing voters shows a majority prioritize winning the war and security over ultra-Orthodox military conscription. Likud voters emphasize security…
MK Dan Illouz Joins Yisrael Beiteinu, Criticizes Likud and Netanyahu
MK Dan Illouz has left Likud and joined Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu party, criticizing Netanyahu and Likud's direction. Illouz will run on Yisrael Beiteinu's Knesset list…
Israeli Defense Minister Live-Fires Central Command Chief, Raising Fears of Political Purges
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz publicly dismissed Central Command Chief Avi Blot live on air, raising concerns about political retaliation and purges amid government transit…
Senior Likud Member Detained in Investigation of Multi-Million Shekel Asset Smuggling
A senior Likud official was detained alongside businessmen in a probe into concealing and smuggling real estate assets worth tens of millions of shekels, violating bankruptcy repo…
US Criticizes Israel’s Targeted Killings in Gaza, Citing Regional Isolation and Civilian Deaths
US officials condemned Israel’s continued targeted killings in Gaza, saying they isolate Israel and kill civilians, undermining peace efforts. The criticism comes amid intensified…
Degel HaTorah Declines to Respond to Netanyahu's Criticism of Draft Freeze Law
Degel HaTorah refuses to engage with Netanyahu's criticism of the draft freeze law, calling it a failed Likud election tactic. United Torah Judaism leader Rabbi Yitzhak Goldknopf…
Political Analyst Amit Segal Calls Netanyahu’s Alliance With Ultra-Orthodox Parties a Burden Ahead of Elections
Political analyst Amit Segal criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu’s close ties with ultra-Orthodox parties as a campaign burden ahead of Israel’s elections. Segal highlighted that…
Yehuda Torah Chair Goldknopf Criticizes Netanyahu Over Failed Draft Law, Demands Yeshiva Status Resolution
Yitzhak Goldknopf, head of Yehuda Torah, criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu after he admitted the temporary draft law for yeshiva students failed and won't continue. Goldknopf ca…
Rabbi Avraham Zarviv Declines Reserved Knesset Spot Offered by Bezalel Smotrich
Bezalel Smotrich offered Rabbi Avraham Zarviv a reserved Knesset slot and a possible ministerial role, but Zarviv declined to enter politics. Smotrich continues to fill his party…
Internal Polls Warn of Sharp Decline for Shas Party Ahead of Elections
Internal polls predict Shas party's Knesset seats will drop from 11 to 6-7 amid voter defections from both Haredi and traditional bases. Aryeh Deri's recent political maneuvers fa…
Shin Bet Chief David Zini Warns of Drone Threat to Israeli Security
Shin Bet chief David Zini is highly concerned about the growing drone threat to Israel, fearing attacks from drones launched by Iran-backed groups in Lebanon, Gaza, or the West Ba…
Reserve Soldier Removed Over Pro-Smotriz Video Sparks Claims of Double Standards in IDF
An Israeli reserve soldier was swiftly dismissed after posting a pro-Bezalel Smotrich video in uniform, prompting criticism from analyst Amit Segal about inconsistent IDF enforcem…
Disciplinary Investigation Against Attorney Roy Kahlon Resumes After His Nomination for Police Ombudsman
The disciplinary investigation against attorney Roy Kahlon resumed after a long pause, coinciding with his nomination for head of the Police Investigations Department. The investi…
Amit Segal Highlights Political Deadlock Among Netanyahu Opponents Over Coalition Options
Amit Segal outlines the opposition's political deadlock over coalition options if they don't win a 61-seat majority, warning of internal conflicts and Netanyahu's strategy to rely…
Small Party Alliances Become Key Factor in Israel's 2026 Election Outcome
Israel's 2026 elections hinge on small parties crossing the electoral threshold, with Gadi Eizenkot gaining strength and Netanyahu's coalition stable but challenged by fragmented…
Israeli Defense Minister Warns Iran of Powerful Retaliation if It Fires Missiles
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned Iran that any missile attack on Israel will trigger a powerful and unconditional Israeli military response.
Supreme Court President Isaac Amit Sidesteps Hearing on Controversial Draft Law
Supreme Court President Isaac Amit unusually refrains from joining a panel reviewing petitions against a contentious draft law on military draft dodgers, leaving Justice Solberg t…
Iran Includes Israeli Journalist Amit Segal on List Threatening Long Prison Terms for Contact
Israeli journalist Amit Segal disclosed that Iran's Ministry of Intelligence has placed him on a list of "hostile" individuals, warning that contact with those listed could lead t…
Religious Zionism Minister Ofir Sofer Announces Retirement From Politics Amid Party Rift
Minister Ofir Sofer of the Religious Zionism party announced he will not run in the next Knesset elections, ending his political career amid disagreements with party leader Bezale…
Netanyahu Photo Reading Book on Plane Sparks Online Skepticism Over Authenticity
A photo of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reading a book on a plane has sparked social media skepticism about its authenticity, with critics suggesting it was staged for public…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to Five Years for Sharing Missile Interception Footage with Iran
An IDF soldier received a five-year prison sentence for sharing missile interception and strike footage with Iran, prompting warnings against posting such videos online.
Netanyahu Faces Setback as Likud Committee Limits His Primary Slots
Likud's Constitution Committee limited Prime Minister Netanyahu to eight reserved primary slots, fewer than his initial demand of ten, sparking internal party tensions ahead of th…
Israeli State Drops Charges Against Activist Who Blocked Aid Trucks to Gaza
Israel has dropped charges against activist Reut Ben Haim, who blocked humanitarian aid trucks to Gaza in protest. The decision came after public outcry, with Ben Haim and her law…
Netanyahu Orders Shin Bet to Investigate Leak Despite Chief's Opposition
Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered Shin Bet chief David Zini to investigate a leak about an Iran operation despite Zini's opposition. Zini initially resisted, citing the leak's scal…
MK Dan Illouz Announces Departure From Likud Party
MK Dan Illouz is leaving the Likud party and will not participate in its upcoming primaries, as reported on July 11, 2026.
Hillel Kobrinsky Joins Naftali Bennett's Campaign Amid 'Together' Party Collapse
Hillel Kobrinsky, a Yesh Atid founder, has joined Naftali Bennett's campaign after the 'Together' party's collapse, continuing his volunteer work in campaign management.
Senior Commentator Amit Segal Warns Haredi Economic Practices Threaten Israel's Future
Amit Segal warns that the economic imbalance caused by the Haredi sector's fiscal practices poses a critical threat to Israel's future, predicting economic collapse within two dec…
Netanyahu Offers Reserved Knesset Seat to Lawyer David Petel in Likud List
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has offered lawyer and legal commentator David Petel a reserved spot on the Likud party list for the upcoming Knesset elections, aiming to refres…
Amit Segal Defends Shin Bet Chief David Zini Amid Criticism Over Loyalty Remarks
Amit Segal defended Shin Bet chief David Zini against critics who misinterpreted his remarks on loyalty to the elected government. Segal emphasized that Zini's loyalty is to the g…
Former Netanyahu Spokesman Naor Yahia Joins Hili Trooper Ahead of Election
Hili Trooper has recruited Naor Yahia, former spokesman for the Israeli Prime Minister and President, as a strategic advisor for his new party ahead of elections.
Netanyahu Set to Secure Ten Reserved Seats on Likud's Knesset List
Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to secure ten reserved spots on Likud's Knesset list, including eight in the top 25, following an agreement with party chairman Haim Katz. A coordin…
Yair Golan Reveals His Personal Shabbat Tradition at Israel Hayom Conference
At the Israel Hayom conference, Yair Golan revealed his weekly Shabbat Kiddush tradition, linking it to his Jewish identity, while also criticizing Israel's political and security…
Yair Golan Surprised by Question, Criticizes Appointment of Shin Bet Chief
At the Israel Hayom conference, Yair Golan was surprised by a question about his weekend and criticized David Zini's appointment as Shin Bet chief, calling the process reckless an…
