Avi Maoz

Screenwriter Meni Assayag Declines Noam Party Propaganda Offer, Urges Right-Wing Unity Ahead of Elections

Israeli screenwriter Meni Assayag declined a request from the Noam party to promote its propaganda, citing the need for right-wing unity ahead of elections. He praised Noam and it…

Ofer Winter Prepares New Party Launch, Criticizes Government Performance

Ofer Winter is launching a new right-wing party ahead of Israel's elections, criticizing the government's failures and aligning with Netanyahu's bloc. His move risks splitting rig…

Noam Party Leader Avi Maoz Unveils Nine-Point Education Reform Plan

Noam party leader MK Avi Maoz presented a nine-point education reform at a large party conference in Jerusalem, aiming to reduce class sizes, strengthen Jewish identity, restore p…

Power Outages and Water Cuts Leave Over 20,000 Residents in Modiin Illit Struggling Over Sabbath

Over 20,000 residents of Modiin Illit endured extended power outages starting Friday and water cuts on Saturday night, severely disrupting Sabbath preparations and daily life. Loc…

Netanyahu Develops Strategy to Counter Small Right-Wing Parties Threatening Vote Splitting

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is crafting a strategy to prevent vote splitting by eight small right-wing parties that risk falling below the electoral threshold ahead of the S…

Thousands Led by Senior Rabbis Console Jerusalem Deputy Mayor’s Son After Attack

After a stabbing attempt in Lakewood where a Jewish teenager was accidentally injured, thousands led by senior rabbis consoled the Jerusalem deputy mayor’s son. The incident trigg…

Shin Bet Chief's Sister Joins Avi Maoz's Noam Party Ahead of Elections

Ahead of Israel's Knesset elections, Avi Maoz's Noam Party adds Yiska Haimov, sister of Shin Bet chief David Zini, and Liora Alon to its list, enhancing its expertise in education…

MK Avi Maoz Demands Urgent Solution to Repeated Power Outages in Modiin Illit

Thousands in Modiin Illit faced another extended power outage during a heatwave, prompting MK Avi Maoz to demand urgent government action and infrastructure upgrades to prevent re…

Rabbi Shimon Tubul Shares Combat Survival and Political Vision Amid Legal Battle

Rabbi Shimon Tubul, a Haredi soldier and politician, survived a near-fatal RPG attack in Gaza and now faces politically charged assault charges as he joins the Noam LeIsrael party…

MK Avi Maoz Pledges to Pass Sovereignty Law Over West Bank Immediately After Elections

MK Avi Maoz urges right-wing parties to commit to passing a law extending Israeli sovereignty over the West Bank immediately after the 2026 elections to prevent the creation of a…

Israeli Ministers Condemn Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Army Radio Closure

The Israeli Supreme Court unanimously blocked the government’s plan to close military radio station Galatz, citing improper motives. Defense Minister Israel Katz and other coaliti…

Noam Party Chair Visits Haredi Settlement in West Bank to Support Expansion Plans

Noam Party leader Avi Maoz visited the Haredi settlement Mitzpeh Leah in the West Bank to support its expansion and address housing challenges. He met with the founder, toured the…

Noam Party Targets Disillusioned Ultra-Orthodox Voters Ahead of Israeli Elections

The Noam party, led by Avi Maoz, is targeting ultra-Orthodox voters disappointed with Shas and United Torah Judaism by tailoring outreach efforts and seeking alliances with small…

Small Israeli Parties Race to Survive Ahead of September 7 Candidate List Deadline

Ahead of the September 7 deadline to finalize Knesset candidate lists, small Israeli parties in the right-wing and centrist camps are racing to secure enough support to pass the e…

Right-Wing Alliances Could Prevent Vote Splitting Ahead of Israeli Elections

After Likud's primaries, the party is shifting toward a moderate right-wing stance, risking vote splitting on the far right. Strategic alliances are proposed: Ofer Winter and Noam…

Former Kiryat Arba Head Calls for Israeli Sovereignty Over West Bank to Ensure Equal Rights

Israeli MK Urges Immediate Action to Protect Chabad House in Sri Lanka Amid Rising Tensions

Israeli MK Avi Maoz warned Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar about attacks on the Chabad House in Sri Lanka and urged immediate action to protect Israeli emissaries amid local protest…

Chabad House in Sri Lanka Faces Local Attacks, Israeli MK Urges Foreign Ministry Action

The Chabad House in Sri Lanka has been attacked by locals amid protests calling for its closure, prompting Israeli MK Avi Maoz to urgently request Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to…

Eliyahu Livman Shares Emotional Account of Son Elikim’s Heroic Death and His Political Resolve

Eliyahu Livman, father of fallen Golani medic Elikim Livman, recounts his son’s heroic death during the Hamas attack and his own search for answers. After months of hope and grief…

MK Avi Maoz Vows to Pass Western Wall Prayer Law in Next Knesset Term

MK Avi Maoz pledged to pass the Western Wall Prayer Law in the next Knesset term to enforce Chief Rabbinate control and prevent disruptions by Women of the Wall. The law stalled p…

Avi Maoz Demands Override Clause Before Next Israeli Government Sworn In

Noam LeYisrael, led by Avi Maoz, launches a campaign focusing on judicial reform, demanding an override clause be passed before the next Israeli government is sworn in. The party…

Noam Party Leader Avi Maoz Says Party Won't Run Without Chance to Pass Threshold

Avi Maoz, leader of the Noam party, says the party will not run in the upcoming Israeli elections if it cannot pass the electoral threshold, while actively seeking new alliances t…

MK Avi Maoz Runs Independently, Vows Equal Education Funding and Opposes Draft for Torah Students

MK Avi Maoz of Noam LeIsrael declares an independent run to protect the right-wing bloc, aiming for the Education Ministry. He promises equal funding for all students regardless o…

Hundreds to Pray Together at Western Wall Amid Controversy Over Prayer Space

Hundreds will gather at Jerusalem's Western Wall on Friday for a Rosh Chodesh Elul prayer amid disputes over the site's future. The Supreme Court ruled for a pluralistic prayer ar…

Israeli Column Calls to End Affirmative Action Favoring Arab Citizens Citing Security and Social Concerns

An Israeli columnist urges ending affirmative action favoring Arab citizens, citing security risks and unequal treatment of Jewish soldiers and citizens. The call follows reports…

New Party by Erdan and Edelstein Fails to Pass Electoral Threshold in Latest Poll

A new poll shows the party formed by Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein failing to pass the electoral threshold, with Likud losing a seat and Yisrael Beiteinu gaining two. The coaliti…

Minister May Golan Condemns Mansour Abbas Following Investigative Report on Ra'am Leader

Israeli Minister May Golan criticized Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas after a Channel 14 documentary exposed his controversial views and alleged support for crime, promising to continu…

Minister Struck Claims She and Smotrich First to Expose Ra'am's Ties to Islamic Movement

Minister Orit Struck and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claim they were the first to expose Ra'am's ties to the Islamic Movement and oppose forming a government with them. Stru…

MK Tzvika Fogel Calls to Ban Ra'am Following Channel 14 Investigation

MK Tzvika Fogel of Otzma Yehudit endorsed a Channel 14 investigation into Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas, calling for the Islamic Movement's ban to protect Israeli security. The docum…

Negev Residents Rally in Support of Beersheba Deputy Mayor Amid Assault Allegations

Dozens of Negev residents rallied in Beersheba to support Deputy Mayor Shimon Touboul amid allegations of assaulting two Bedouin workers. The supporters praised his public and mil…

Dozens in Negev Rally in Support of Deputy Mayor Shimon Toubul Amid Political Controversy

Dozens of Negev residents rallied in Be'er Sheva to support Deputy Mayor Shimon Toubul amid political controversy and far-left protests against him. They praised his military serv…

Avi Maoz Explains Why Noam Party Changes Name to Noam for Israel

Avi Maoz, chairman of the Noam party, announced renaming it to Noam for Israel to broaden its appeal to Haredi, national-religious, and traditional communities. The change aims to…

MK Avi Maoz Criticizes Live Dismissal of IDF General, Calls for Private Dialogue

MK Avi Maoz criticized the live dismissal of an IDF general, urging private resolution between the Defense Minister and military leadership. He also announced plans to form a new…

Channel 14 Panelist Eliran Tal Appointed Spokesperson for Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar

Eliran Tal, a Channel 14 panelist, has been named spokesperson for Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, succeeding Michael Maoz after two years.

Noam Party Launches Nationwide Campaign to Strengthen Right-Wing Jewish Identity

The Noam Party, led by MK Avi Maoz, launched a nationwide billboard campaign titled "Free to Be Jewish" to strengthen the right-wing bloc and appeal to voters prioritizing Jewish…

Israel Harel Urges Right-Wing to Rethink Netanyahu Leadership and Broaden Political Strategy

Israel Harel, founder of the Yesha Council, calls on the right-wing to reconsider Netanyahu's leadership and broaden political alliances. He criticizes the Religious Zionist Party…

Avi Maoz Pledges to Strengthen Right-Wing Bloc as Noam Party Seeks Broader Religious Support

Avi Maoz, leader of the Noam party, announced a new strategy to unite ultra-Orthodox and national-religious voters ahead of Israel's 26th Knesset elections. He aims to strengthen…

Noam Party Appoints First Woman to Lead New Women's Division Ahead of Elections

The ultra-Orthodox Noam party is appointing Liora Alon to lead its first official women's division, signaling a strategic shift ahead of Israeli elections. This change could affec…

Be'er Sheva Deputy Mayor and Channel 14 Panelist Shimon Tubul Joins Noam Party

Shimon Tubul, deputy mayor of Be'er Sheva and Channel 14 panelist, joined the Noam party led by Avi Maoz, marking a major political shift. Tubul, a veteran public servant and Giva…

Suspicious Object Found and Neutralized Near MK Avi Maoz's Home in Jerusalem

A suspicious bag containing photography equipment was found and neutralized near MK Avi Maoz's Jerusalem home; police are investigating.

Israeli Leaders Condemn Deadly West Bank Terror Attack, Call for Strong Military Response

Following the fatal shooting of Benyahu Malt near his West Bank community, Israeli leaders expressed condolences and called for a strong military response to terrorism. Ministers…

No Delay Demanded: MK Avi Maoz Calls for Broad Military Operation in West Bank

MK Avi Maoz called for an immediate, broad IDF operation in the West Bank to seize weapons and dismantle terror infrastructure following a deadly attack in Gilead.

Tensions Escalate in North Tel Aviv Over Religious Presence in Ramat Aviv Neighborhood

In Tel Aviv's Ramat Aviv neighborhood, secular residents protest against growing religious influence, fearing a shift away from its secular character. Religious residents reject t…

Debate Intensifies Over Who Controls Jerusalem's Western Wall's Religious Character

Bereaved Father Eliyahu Livman Joins Noam Party List Ahead of Elections

Eliyahu Livman, father of a terror attack victim, joins the Noam party list alongside MK Avi Maoz as part of new candidate announcements.

New Investigation Explores Women of the Wall's Role in Changing Israel's Jewish Identity

Ornit Foran Suissa's new investigative series examines the Women of the Wall's decades-long struggle at the Western Wall, highlighting their challenge to the site's traditional st…

Israeli Right Targets Supreme Court Overhaul as Central Election Issue

Ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, opposition parties focus on anti-Haredi messaging over draft exemptions, while the ruling coalition prioritizes judicial reform, pledging to appo…

Israeli Knesset Officially Dissolves, Setting Stage for New Elections

The 25th Israeli Knesset officially dissolved after a tense vote, triggering new elections and overcoming a last-minute crisis with the Shas party.