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Dan Illouz

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

Politics2 days ago

Yoaz Hendel Demands Zionist-Only Government, Rejects Ultra-Orthodox and Arab Parties

Yoaz Hendel, leader of the Reservists' Party, demands a Zionist-only government excluding ultra-Orthodox and Arab parties, warns Israel risks fragmentation otherwise, and calls fo…

Yoaz Hendel Demands Zionist-Only Government, Rejects Ultra-Orthodox and Arab Parties
Politics2 days ago·4 outlets

Likud Candidate Tzaga Malko Withdraws Three Days Before Primaries

Three days before the Likud primaries, Knesset member Tzaga Malko withdraws from the race, joining others who recently exited amid concerns over the election system and reserved l…

Politics2 days ago

Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat Denies Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Amid Primary Campaign

Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat denies claims he tried to oust Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, calling them recycled fake news. Barkat accuses Channel 12 of targetin…

Politics3 days ago

Likud Finalizes Candidate List for Upcoming Primaries After Legal Disputes

Likud has published its final candidate list for the primaries after all legal challenges were withdrawn, allowing the elections to proceed next Monday. The list features current…

Politics3 days ago

Nir Barkat Faces Crisis Over Alleged Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Ahead of Likud Primaries

Economic Minister Nir Barkat faces a political crisis days before the Likud primaries amid reports he led an attempt to oust Netanyahu after October 7 attacks. The move was blocke…

Politics4 days ago

Avichai Boaron Appointed Head of Likud's Ground Campaign for Upcoming Elections

Prime Minister Netanyahu appointed Avichai Boaron to lead Likud's ground campaign for the upcoming elections, tasking him with coordinating grassroots activities and voter mobiliz…

Politics4 days ago·2 outlets

Former Likud MK Dan Illouz Calls for Netanyahu's Replacement After October 7 Attack

Dan Illouz, who left Likud for Yisrael Beiteinu, said Netanyahu should have been replaced after the October 7 attack, citing leadership failure and political system flaws. He prai…

Politics4 days ago

Dan Illouz Quits Likud Over Draft Law Disputes, Joins Yisrael Beiteinu

Dan Illouz resigned from Likud over disagreements on military draft exemption laws and joined Yisrael Beiteinu. He criticized Likud for abandoning core values and expressed confid…

Politics5 days ago

Ashkenazi Dominance Marginalizes Mizrahi Politicians Across Israeli Parties

The article exposes the systemic marginalization of Mizrahi politicians across Israeli parties, highlighting recent Likud primaries and similar patterns in other parties. It argue…

Politics5 days ago

Likud Reserves Seats for Ministers Amid Internal Backlash Ahead of Knesset Elections

Likud has reserved Knesset list seats for ministers Israel Katz, Gideon Sa'ar, and Haim Katz, intensifying competition for limited spots ahead of elections. The move drew sharp cr…

Politics5 days ago·7 outlets

Shabtai Katsch Becomes Likud's First Ultra-Orthodox MK Replacing Dan Illouz

Shabtai Katsch, a Chabad Hasid and Likud's ultra-Orthodox leader, will enter the Knesset replacing Dan Illouz, who resigned to join Israel Beiteinu. Katsch is the first ultra-Orth…

Shabtai Katsch Becomes Likud's First Ultra-Orthodox MK Replacing Dan Illouz
Politics6 days ago·3 outlets

Yuli Edelstein and Dan Illouz Resign From Likud, Triggering New Knesset Entries

Yuli Edelstein and Dan Illouz plan to resign from the Knesset after joining new parties, allowing Shabtai Katesh and Erez Tadmor to enter the 25th Knesset. Likud MK Avichai Boaron…

Politics6 days ago·2 outlets

Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's Son Set to Join Knesset for Likud

Gilad Sharon, son of former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, is poised to enter the Knesset as a Likud member if another resignation occurs during the current term.

Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's Son Set to Join Knesset for Likud
Politics6 days ago·2 outlets

Likud Demands MKs Dan Illouz and Yuli Edelstein Resign Within 24 Hours or Face Expulsion

Likud has given MKs Dan Illouz and Yuli Edelstein 24 hours to resign from the party or face expulsion for acting unethically by abandoning their Likud mandates. The party plans to…

Politics7 days ago·3 outlets

Dan Illouz Mirrors Naftali Bennett’s Political Shift, Joins Yisrael Beiteinu

Dan Illouz, once a firm right-wing ally of Netanyahu, has shifted politically like Naftali Bennett, joining Yisrael Beiteinu and voting against his former camp. His trajectory ref…

Dan Illouz Mirrors Naftali Bennett’s Political Shift, Joins Yisrael Beiteinu
Politics7 days ago

Haredi MK Shabtai Katchash Joins Likud, Advocates Torah and IDF Service Integration

Shabtai Katchash, a Haredi Likud member, replaces Dan Illouz in the Knesset, promoting integration of Torah study with IDF service and criticizing Netanyahu's trial and military l…

Politics7 days ago

Israeli Parliament to Pay Over 676,000 Shekels to New MPs During Election Recess

During the Israeli election recess, six new Knesset members will receive over 676,000 shekels in salaries and benefits despite limited parliamentary activity. Several current MPs…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026·2 outlets

MK Dan Illouz Resigns from Knesset, Sabbatai Katesh to Replace Him

MK Dan Illouz announces his imminent resignation from the Knesset after switching from Likud to Yisrael Beiteinu. He sharply criticizes Netanyahu's leadership and Likud's directio…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026·9 outlets

Dan Illouz Criticizes Netanyahu and Likud After Joining Yisrael Beiteinu

Dan Illouz left Likud to join Yisrael Beiteinu, sharply criticizing Netanyahu and Likud for abandoning right-wing values and failing to lead. He praised Avigdor Lieberman and call…

Dan Illouz Criticizes Netanyahu and Likud After Joining Yisrael Beiteinu
PoliticsAug 6, 2026

Likud Faces New Challenges as Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein Launch New Party

Likud is managing two political challenges: Dan Illouz’s move to Yisrael Beiteinu is seen as minor, while the new party formed by Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein poses a more signi…

Likud Faces New Challenges as Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein Launch New Party
PoliticsAug 2, 2026·2 outlets

Netanyahu Faces Backlash from Ultra-Orthodox Parties Over Military Draft Law

Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to pass a full military draft law after elections, prompting sharp criticism from the ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism party, which opposes the m…

Netanyahu Faces Backlash from Ultra-Orthodox Parties Over Military Draft Law
PoliticsAug 2, 2026·3 outlets

Yehadut HaTorah Chair Goldknopf Criticizes Netanyahu Over Draft Law Remarks

Yitzhak Goldknopf, leader of the Yehadut HaTorah party, criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent private remarks, accusing him of lacking genuine intent to regulate the draft…

Yehadut HaTorah Chair Goldknopf Criticizes Netanyahu Over Draft Law Remarks
PoliticsJul 27, 2026·2 outlets

Ofer Winter Plans New Nationwide Party as Gilad Erdan Threatens Libel Suit Against Broadcaster

Retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter plans to form a new nationwide party, rejecting alliance with the Religious Zionist Party. Meanwhile, Gilad Erdan prepares to launch his own…

PoliticsJul 27, 2026

MK Hili Tropper Opposes Territorial Concessions and Criminal Sanctions on Ultra-Orthodox Draft Evasion

MK Hili Tropper of the Zionist Home party rejects territorial concessions and criminal sanctions on ultra-Orthodox draft evasion, supports economic pressure instead, and calls for…

PoliticsJul 21, 2026

Secret Meeting in Israeli Right-Wing Circles Explores New Unity Party Ahead of Elections

Ahead of Israeli elections, a secret meeting in a West Bank settlement discussed forming a new right-wing party to build a broad unity government, with key figures like Dedi Simch…

Secret Meeting in Israeli Right-Wing Circles Explores New Unity Party Ahead of Elections
PoliticsJul 19, 2026

Israeli Politics, Society, and Culture Highlighted Ahead of Upcoming Elections and Tisha B'Av

Israel prepares for October elections following Knesset dissolution and controversial laws, amid ongoing political realignments. Religious communities observe Tisha B'Av with safe…

Israeli Politics, Society, and Culture Highlighted Ahead of Upcoming Elections and Tisha B'Av
PoliticsJul 19, 2026

Likud MK Dan Illouz Calls for Netanyahu to Step Down After October 7 Events

Likud MK Dan Illouz urges a leadership change after the October 7 attacks but stays in the coalition to influence key policies like the conscription law.

Likud MK Dan Illouz Calls for Netanyahu to Step Down After October 7 Events
PoliticsJul 18, 2026

Israeli Opposition Unites in Anti-Haredi Campaign Amid Political Struggles

Ahead of Israel's elections, opposition parties have united in an anti-Haredi campaign, focusing on military conscription laws affecting yeshiva students. Despite internal governm…

PoliticsJul 17, 2026·2 outlets

Netanyahu Achieves Historic Milestone by Completing Full Term as Israeli Prime Minister

Benjamin Netanyahu became the first Israeli prime minister since the 1980s to complete a full term after a tense vote dissolved the current Knesset, officially starting the race f…

Netanyahu Achieves Historic Milestone by Completing Full Term as Israeli Prime Minister
PoliticsJul 16, 2026·10 outlets

Opposition Attempts to Steal Likud MK Dan Illouz’s Vote Fail

Likud MK Dan Illouz, who will not run in the upcoming primaries, resisted opposition attempts to sway his vote against a broadcasting law, affirming his support despite prior diss…

Opposition Attempts to Steal Likud MK Dan Illouz’s Vote Fail
PoliticsJul 16, 2026·2 outlets

Former MK Dan Illouz Confirms Attempt Within Likud to Oust Netanyahu After October 7 Attacks

Former Likud MK Dan Illouz confirmed an internal attempt to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu after the October 7 attacks, which failed due to leadership disputes. Likud MK Tali Go…

SecurityJul 16, 2026

Jerusalem Faction Plans Protest on Highway 4 Following Law Suspension on Draft Deferrals

An extremist ultra-Orthodox faction in Jerusalem plans a protest on Highway 4 today against the Supreme Court's suspension of a law granting draft immunity to yeshiva students. Th…

PoliticsJul 16, 2026

Likud MK Moshe Saada Criticizes Sharren Haskel's Resignation as Manipulative

Likud MK Moshe Saada criticized Sharren Haskel's resignation from New Hope as manipulative and questioned her timing, accusing her of seeking financial gain. He also commented on…

PoliticsJul 15, 2026

Over 70 Israeli Local Leaders Oppose New Exemption Laws, Warn of National Resilience Harm

Over 70 Israeli local leaders, including Likud-affiliated mayors, condemned recent Knesset laws enabling draft evasion, calling them harmful to national resilience. They stressed…

PoliticsJul 15, 2026

Religious Zionism Faces Identity Crisis Amid Fragmented Political Representation

Israel's Religious Zionist community feels politically fragmented and underrepresented as multiple party splits weaken their influence ahead of upcoming elections.

Religious Zionism Faces Identity Crisis Amid Fragmented Political Representation
PoliticsJul 15, 2026

New Knesset Lobby Launches to Support Ultra-Orthodox Soldiers' Post-Service Integration

A new Knesset lobby was launched to support ultra-Orthodox soldiers after their service, focusing on employment, education, welfare, and mental health. The initiative aims to esta…

PoliticsJul 15, 2026

Religious Zionism Minister Ofir Sofer Quits Ahead of Israeli Elections Citing National Security Concerns

Ofir Sofer, Israel's Minister of Aliyah and Integration from Religious Zionism, announced he will not run in the next elections, stressing the need to strengthen national security…

PoliticsJul 15, 2026·3 outlets

Israeli Supreme Court Temporarily Suspends Law Freezing Arrests of Yeshiva Students

Israel's Supreme Court temporarily blocks a new law freezing arrests of ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers after opposition petitions, pending a full hearing. The law, passed amid contr…

PoliticsJul 15, 2026

Knesset Approves Reversal of Kashrut Reform Amid Coalition Legislative Push

The Knesset voted 46-41 to repeal the Kashrut reform initiated by former Minister Matan Kahana, restoring the Chief Rabbinate's authority. The move was part of a coalition legisla…

Knesset Approves Reversal of Kashrut Reform Amid Coalition Legislative Push
PoliticsJul 14, 2026

Israel Beytenu Files Supreme Court Petition Against Haredi Yeshiva Students' Arrest Freeze Law

Israel Beytenu and Avigdor Lieberman petition the Supreme Court against a law freezing arrests of Haredi yeshiva students, calling it discriminatory and harmful to national securi…

PoliticsJul 14, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli Knesset Approves Exemption Law for Draft-Dodging Ultra-Orthodox in Close Vote

The Israeli Knesset narrowly approved a law exempting ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers, with 58 votes in favor and 54 against, while Prime Minister Netanyahu attended but did not vote.

PoliticsJul 14, 2026

Israeli Government Rushes Key Legislation Ahead of Knesset Dissolution

With three days until the 25th Knesset dissolves, the Israeli government is fast-tracking key legislation, including laws on Torah study exemptions and military service extension…

PoliticsJul 13, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli Knesset Passes Basic Law Establishing Torah Study as a Foundational Value

The Israeli Knesset passed a Basic Law recognizing Torah study as a fundamental value, with 63 votes in favor and 52 against. The law, initiated by Moshe Gafni, aims to strengthen…

EconomyJul 13, 2026

Knesset Research Finds Electricity Privatization Saved Over 10 Billion Shekels for Israel

The Knesset Research Center reports that privatizing Israel Electric's power plants saved nearly 10 billion shekels and lowered electricity bills by 6.2% from 2020 to 2025. Improv…

Knesset Research Finds Electricity Privatization Saved Over 10 Billion Shekels for Israel
PoliticsJul 13, 2026·3 outlets

Netanyahu Uses Internal Chaos to Consolidate Control Over Likud Party

Benjamin Netanyahu is deliberately creating internal conflict within the Likud party to consolidate his control by manipulating candidate selection and sidelining rivals. This Mac…

Netanyahu Uses Internal Chaos to Consolidate Control Over Likud Party
PoliticsJul 12, 2026·8 outlets

Israeli MK Dan Illouz Quits Likud Over Draft Law Dispute, Sparking Political Debate

Likud MK Dan Illouz resigned over opposition to the military draft law, prompting debate on political strategy ahead of Israel's elections. His departure, along with others formin…

Israeli MK Dan Illouz Quits Likud Over Draft Law Dispute, Sparking Political Debate
PoliticsJul 12, 2026

Israeli Politics, Security Tensions, and Cultural Highlights Mark Upcoming Week

Israeli politics face shifts as MK Dan Illouz leaves Likud over military exemption laws, amid ongoing party disputes. Security tensions rise with Iran, while Israel mourns US Sena…

Israeli Politics, Security Tensions, and Cultural Highlights Mark Upcoming Week
EconomyJul 12, 2026

Israel's Electricity Reform Cuts Rates but Competition Stalls Amid Delays

Israel's electricity reform has lowered tariffs and improved power plant performance by selling plants to private producers, but delays in new plant construction have stalled comp…

Israel's Electricity Reform Cuts Rates but Competition Stalls Amid Delays