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Avi Maoz

Israeli-media coverage mentioning Avi Maoz, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Politics10 hours ago

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…

Politics13 hours ago·2 outlets

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…

Politics16 hours ago·4 outlets

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…

General18 hours ago

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…

Politics20 hours ago·2 outlets

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…

Netanyahu Develops Strategy to Counter Small Right-Wing Parties Threatening Vote Splitting
Security24 hours ago

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…

Politics2 days ago·6 outlets

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…

Politics2 days ago·2 outlets

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…

Politics2 days ago

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…

Politics2 days ago

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…

Politics5 days ago

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…

Israeli Ministers Condemn Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Army Radio Closure
Politics5 days ago·2 outlets

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…

Politics6 days ago·3 outlets

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…

Politics6 days ago

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…

Politics6 days ago

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…

Politics6 days ago

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

SecurityAug 17, 2026

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…

SecurityAug 16, 2026·2 outlets

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…

SecurityAug 16, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 14, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 13, 2026·2 outlets

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…

PoliticsAug 13, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 11, 2026·2 outlets

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…

GeneralAug 11, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 10, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026·1 outlets

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…

PoliticsAug 5, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 5, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 3, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 3, 2026

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…

PoliticsAug 2, 2026

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.

PoliticsJul 30, 2026

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…

Noam Party Launches Nationwide Campaign to Strengthen Right-Wing Jewish Identity
PoliticsJul 29, 2026

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…

Israel Harel Urges Right-Wing to Rethink Netanyahu Leadership and Broaden Political Strategy
PoliticsJul 29, 2026·3 outlets

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…

Avi Maoz Pledges to Strengthen Right-Wing Bloc as Noam Party Seeks Broader Religious Support
PoliticsJul 29, 2026

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…

Noam Party Appoints First Woman to Lead New Women's Division Ahead of Elections
PoliticsJul 28, 2026·4 outlets

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…

Be'er Sheva Deputy Mayor and Channel 14 Panelist Shimon Tubul Joins Noam Party
SecurityJul 26, 2026·4 outlets

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.

Suspicious Object Found and Neutralized Near MK Avi Maoz's Home in Jerusalem
SecurityJul 24, 2026

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…

Israeli Leaders Condemn Deadly West Bank Terror Attack, Call for Strong Military Response
SecurityJul 24, 2026

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.

PoliticsJul 23, 2026

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…

Tensions Escalate in North Tel Aviv Over Religious Presence in Ramat Aviv Neighborhood
PoliticsJul 21, 2026

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

PoliticsJul 21, 2026·3 outlets

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.

Bereaved Father Eliyahu Livman Joins Noam Party List Ahead of Elections
PoliticsJul 20, 2026

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…

PoliticsJul 19, 2026

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 Right Targets Supreme Court Overhaul as Central Election Issue
PoliticsJul 17, 2026

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.

Israeli Knesset Officially Dissolves, Setting Stage for New Elections