Orit Strook
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Orit Strook, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
MK Ram Ben Barak Condemns Jewish Settler Violence in West Bank, Calls for Administrative Detentions
MK Ram Ben Barak condemned Jewish settler violence in the West Bank as terrorism and urged the government to reinstate administrative detentions. He criticized the government's in…
Settler Leader Condemns Violent Fringe Undermining West Bank Settlement Growth
Adi Mintz, a leading advocate for West Bank settlement expansion, condemns violent settler actions that harm the settlement movement and Israeli security cooperation. He praises t…
Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Civil Service Law for Haredim as Expiration Nears
Israel's Supreme Court continues to review the civil service law for Haredi Jews as it nears expiration on August 31, 2026. The law allows Haredi recruits to perform national civi…
Critic Berlah Krombi Blasts Moshe Feiglin for Undermining Israeli Right-Wing Unity
Berlah Krombi sharply criticizes Moshe Feiglin for repeatedly splitting the Israeli right-wing vote and failing to deliver political achievements, warning his current candidacy co…
Former PM Naftali Bennett Reconnects with Religious Zionist Community at War Hero's Wedding
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attended the wedding of war hero Yotam Asban, reconnecting warmly with Religious Zionist leader Rabbi Yaakov Medan. This event signals Bennet…
Tel Aviv District Court Upholds Likud Ban on MKs Running in Different Districts
The Tel Aviv District Court upheld Likud's internal ruling preventing MKs, ministers, and their deputies from running in different districts in party primaries, affecting figures…
Heated Clash Erupts Between Elkin and Smotrich Over Gaza Deal in Israeli Security Cabinet
On August 8, 2026, Israel's Security Cabinet held a heated session over a Gaza ceasefire proposal and northern border escalations, with ministers criticizing Netanyahu and the IDF…
US Pushes Israel for Gaza Ceasefire Amid Ministerial Opposition to Halt Strikes
The US is urging Israel to start a two-week ceasefire in Gaza to disarm Hamas, but Israeli ministers oppose halting military strikes. Israel has yet to sign an agreement for a mul…
Smotrich Claims Ignorance of Gaza Agreement's Full Implications During Security Cabinet Debate
In a Security Cabinet meeting, Bezalel Smotrich claimed he was unaware of the full implications of the agreement to deploy an international force in Gaza, despite voting for it. T…
Shin Bet Chief Warns Israeli Cabinet Hamas Sees Gaza Peace Plan as Political Victory
Shin Bet chief David Zini warned Israel’s security cabinet that Hamas views the Gaza peace plan as a political win and is using disarmament talks to delay Israeli attacks. Most mi…
Israeli Cabinet Rejects Gaza Agreement, Maintains Firm Security Stance
The Israeli Security Cabinet rejected a 15-point international roadmap for Gaza, maintaining a strict security stance and opposing the entry of an international force. The plan, a…
Supreme Court Judge Halts Controversial Budget Transfers During Israeli Election Campaign
Supreme Court Justice Alex Stein temporarily froze hundreds of millions of shekels in budget transfers approved during Israel's election campaign, citing procedural flaws. The fun…
IDF Restricts Gaza Strikes to Immediate Threats Only, Requires Chief of Staff Approval
The IDF has restricted Gaza operations to immediate threat neutralization, requiring Chief of Staff approval for targeted killings amid diplomatic efforts for a phased disarmament…
Israeli Finance Committee Approves Hundreds of Millions for Haredi Sector and Settlements Amid Election Recess
During the election recess, Israel's Finance Committee is approving hundreds of millions of shekels in budget transfers to the Haredi sector and settlements, including urgent fund…
Israeli Ministers Reject US-Backed Gaza Disarmament Deal, Warn It Rewards Terrorists
Israeli cabinet ministers condemned a US-backed Gaza disarmament plan, calling it a reward for terrorists and rejecting withdrawal before Hamas is disarmed. Despite UN calls for a…
Israeli Ministers Demand Security Cabinet Vote to Halt Gaza Deal Amid Concerns
Israeli ministers are pressing Prime Minister Netanyahu to convene the Security Cabinet and vote against a Gaza ceasefire plan they say rewards Hamas and undermines Israel's goals…
Political Clash Delays Northern Israel Defense Budget Amid Coalition-Opposition Dispute
Israel's coalition and opposition clash over the Finance Committee meeting and budget priorities, delaying nearly one billion shekels for northern settlements' defense. The commit…
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana Bypasses Opposition to Approve Controversial Budget Transfers to Haredi and Settlement Institutions
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana invoked an emergency clause to convene the Finance Committee during recess, enabling approval of controversial budget transfers totaling nearly 500 mill…
Religious Zionism Builds Strong Election List Backed by Government Achievements
Religious Zionism, led by Bezalel Smotrich, approaches the upcoming elections with a strong, loyal candidate list and significant government achievements, especially in Judea and…
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…
Smotrich's Religious Zionism Party Gains Momentum Ahead of Israeli Elections
Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionism party has gained significant momentum ahead of Israel's upcoming elections, rising from below the electoral threshold to five or six seats in…
Israeli Coalition Pushes Additional 100 Million Shekels to Religious Institutions Despite Parliamentary Recess
The Israeli coalition is advancing nearly 100 million shekels in funding to religious institutions linked to ultra-Orthodox parties during the Knesset recess, despite opposition a…
Yehuda Shlezinger Highlights Broad National Impact of Religious Zionism Party Beyond Settlements
Journalist Yehuda Shlezinger argues that the Religious Zionism party's impact extends beyond settlement issues to national security, economy, law, and welfare, highlighting their…
Israeli Media Faces Backlash Over Controversial Comments and Broadcasts
Several controversial remarks and broadcasts on Israeli Channel 14 and other media outlets have sparked public outrage, including insults directed at Yair Lapid, disrespect toward…
Shin Bet Security Review Blocks Candidates From Sharia Court Judicial Posts for First Time
Shin Bet conducted a security review of Sharia court judge candidates before their appointment, leading to the disqualification of several with ties to a banned Islamic Movement f…
Malakhi HaShalom Recognized as Official Settlement 11 Years After Establishment in Binyamin
Malakhi HaShalom, a settlement in the Binyamin region founded in 2015 after a terror attack, was officially recognized by the Israeli government in 2023. The community of about 40…
Israeli Border Communities Demand Hamas Disarmament Before Gaza Reconstruction Begins
Israeli border communities oppose the Security Cabinet’s approval for international forces to enter Gaza for reconstruction without Hamas disarmament. Local leaders and ministers…
Malachi Peace Settlement Officially Recognized After 11 Years in West Bank
Israeli Finance Committee Debates Controversial 16 Billion Shekel Budget Transfers Including Coalition Funds
The Israeli Finance Committee debated approving 16 billion shekels in budget transfers, including 653 million shekels in coalition funds allocated to various ministries and sector…
Smotrich Faces Survival Test as Religious Zionism Party Shifts Far-Right
Bezalel Smotrich’s Religious Zionism party has shifted toward an ultra-Orthodox settler agenda, alienating moderate supporters and struggling to pass the electoral threshold. Key…
Smotrich Faces Representation Challenge After Religious Zionism Primaries Ahead of Tight Elections
Following the Religious Zionism party primaries, leader Bezalel Smotrich faces a critical representation challenge as the party risks falling below the electoral threshold. The to…
Religious Zionism Faces Identity Challenges Beyond Settler Label in Upcoming Elections
The Religious Zionism party faces criticism for its settler-heavy candidate list but emphasizes its members' national roles beyond settlements. The party struggles with identity p…
Religious Zionist Candidate Tzvika Mor Opposes New Draft Law, Advocates Dialogue with Haredi Community
Religious Zionist candidate Tzvika Mor opposes a new military draft law, advocating dialogue and gradual integration of the Haredi community into the IDF. He supports using existi…
Religious Zionism Party Targets Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi for Knesset List After Primaries
After the Religious Zionism party primaries, party chairman Bezalel Smotrich aims to recruit Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi to broaden the party's appeal and strengthen its electoral ch…
Religious Zionism Party Leaders Pledge to Be Backbone of Next Right-Wing Government
The Religious Zionism party completed its primaries with Orit Strook leading the list after Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who automatically heads the party. Party leaders expressed c…
Israeli Cabinet Approves Peace Council for Gaza Amid Internal Disagreements
The Israeli cabinet approved a "Peace Council" for Gaza despite opposition from some ministers, while IDF forces killed a Hamas drone commander in central Gaza amid ongoing fighti…
IDF Officer Yuval Ezra Laid to Rest After Fatal Gilad Farm Attack
Lieutenant Colonel Yuval Ezra, an IDF artillery officer, was buried Sunday after dying in a deadly attack at Gilad Farm that also killed Beniho Malt. His family and community mour…
Hundreds Attend Funeral of Benyahu Malt, Killed While Rescuing Attack Victims Near West Bank Settlement
Staff Sergeant Benyahu Malt, 32, was killed in a terror shooting near the Gilad Farm settlement while aiding attacked hikers. Hundreds, including Israeli officials, attended his f…
Israeli Reservist Benyahu Malat Killed Trying to Rescue Hikers in West Bank Attack
Benyahu Malat, a 32-year-old Israeli reservist from Havat Gilad, was killed in a West Bank shooting attack while rescuing hikers. His funeral drew political and religious leaders…
Opposition Demands Halt to 117 Million Shekel Transfer to Settlement Ministry Over Election Misuse Concerns
Opposition MKs from Yesh Atid demand halting a 117 million shekel transfer to the Ministry of Settlement over fears of election misuse. The Finance Committee will review the trans…
Israeli Government Ministries Ranked by 2025 Task Completion Rates
The 2025 Israeli government report shows an average 85% task completion rate among ministries, with top performers including the Ministry of Communications and Heritage. Some mini…
Religious Zionism Party Unveils Candidates for Internal Elections, Featuring Smotrich’s Close Advisor
The Religious Zionism party revealed its candidate list for internal elections among 170 central committee members, featuring current MKs and Smotrich’s close advisor Omer Rahamim…
Rabbi Yitzhak Feiglin Leaves Nahariya After 26 Years of Religious and Educational Leadership
Rabbi Yitzhak Feiglin is leaving Nahariya after 26 years as a community rabbi and Hesder Yeshiva lecturer to relocate to Ariel, receiving public praise from Minister Orit Strook f…
Religious Zionism Party Closes Primaries Registration With Several Candidates Confirmed
The Religious Zionism party is closing its primaries registration by Tuesday midnight, with several Knesset members and local leaders confirmed as candidates, including the expect…
Israeli Government Approves Controversial Funding Plan for IDF Wounded Rehabilitation Reform
The Israeli government approved a reform to improve rehabilitation for IDF wounded soldiers after the October 7 war, funding it through a 4% cut across ministries starting in 2027…
Israeli Government Approves National Plan to Strengthen Jewish Identity Among Youth and Students
The Israeli government has approved a national program to enhance Jewish identity, leadership, and social involvement among students and young people, initially reaching 10% of st…
Israeli Government's Last-Minute Legislative Blitz Costs Tens of Billions and Risks Long-Term Economic Harm
Ahead of the 25th Knesset's dissolution, Israel's government is rushing to pass costly legislation benefiting political allies, including laws on Torah study and kosher certificat…
Israeli Government Seeks Last-Minute Transfer of Nearly NIS 535 Million to West Bank Settlements and Orit Strook's Ministry
Ahead of the Knesset's dissolution, Israel's Finance Ministry requested nearly NIS 535 million for West Bank settlements, including security and cultural funding, sparking critici…
