Simcha Rothman
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Simcha Rothman, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Liberal-Democratic Sector Faces Existential Battle in Jerusalem Ahead of 2026 Elections
The battle over Saturday cafe openings in Jerusalem reflects a wider conflict over the city's identity and Israel's liberal-democratic future amid demographic changes and the 2026…
Military Prosecution Delays Stall Trials of October 7 Attack Suspects in Israel
Israel's military prosecution is delayed in starting trials against suspects of the October 7 massacre due to unfilled prosecutor positions, despite budget approval. Officials war…
Supreme Court President Criticizes Knesset Over Voting Rights for Elderly
Israel's Supreme Court President Isaac Amit criticized the Knesset for canceling a law that required polling stations in senior care facilities, arguing it harms elderly voters' r…
Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Petition Over Polling Stations in Nursing Homes for Upcoming Elections
The Israeli Supreme Court is examining a petition against the decision to remove special polling stations from nursing homes for the upcoming Knesset elections, a move that could…
Political Storm Erupts Over Attorney General's Alleged Pressure on Police Investigations Committee
A political uproar in Israel follows reports that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is allegedly pressuring members of the Police Investigations Department selection committee t…
Israeli MKs Take Walla's Election Quiz, Many Align Closely with Likud
Ahead of Israel's elections, Walla's political quiz revealed surprising alignments, with Religious Zionist MKs Rothman and Tal showing strongest affinity to Likud, while center-li…
Father of Terror Victim Confronts Israeli Transport Minister Over October 7 Attacks
Nissim Luk, father of a terror victim killed on October 7, publicly confronted Transport Minister Miri Regev in Jerusalem, accusing her and Likud of responsibility for the attacks…
Journalist Guy Peleg Criticizes Supreme Court President Itzhak Amit Over Lack of Support for Judge Oren Silverman
Channel 12 legal correspondent Guy Peleg criticized Supreme Court President Itzhak Amit and court leadership for not defending Judge Oren Silverman after a defamation ruling invol…
UK Government Investigates Haredi Donors Funding West Bank Yeshivas
The UK government is investigating British donors who funded Haredi yeshivas in Israeli settlements beyond the Green Line, risking a major financial blow to these institutions. Is…
MK Tzvi Sukkot Warns of Incitement After Protest at Religious Zionism Party Headquarters
MK Tzvi Sukkot condemned a protest at the Religious Zionism party headquarters where activists poured red paint symbolizing blood, warning the incitement could lead to violence or…
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…
MK Simcha Rothman Ranks Fifth in Annoying Religious Zionist Politicians Summer Poll
Israeli news site Srugim ranked MK Simcha Rothman fifth in a satirical poll of the most annoying Religious Zionist politicians this summer, citing his combative style against the…
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…
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 Bar Association Demands Criminal Probe Into Channel 14 Over Judge Defamation
The Israeli Bar Association has demanded a criminal investigation into Channel 14 and its hosts for defamatory remarks against Judge Oren Silverman, while opposition leader Yair L…
Israeli Reserve Soldiers Can Begin Legal Internships Without Completing All Degree Requirements
The Israeli Knesset approved a temporary rule allowing law students serving in military reserves to begin legal internships without completing up to four courses and exams. This a…
Jerusalem Court Rejects MK Simcha Rothman's Defamation Suit Against Journalist Guy Peleg
Jerusalem court dismissed MK Simcha Rothman's defamation suit against journalist Guy Peleg and others, ruling the defendants proved the truth of the contested statement made durin…
Former MK Avihai Kara Leads Bill to Protect Small Businesses from Frivolous Class Actions
Former MK Avihai Kara is advancing a bipartisan bill in the Knesset to protect small businesses from abusive class action lawsuits by requiring prior notice and limiting damages…
Knesset Approves Law Mandating Legal Counsel for Minors and Mentally Disabled During Police Interrogations
Israel's Knesset approved a law mandating legal counsel during police interrogations of minors and mentally disabled suspects, aiming to prevent false confessions and protect vuln…
Tzvika Mor Urges Gradual Integration of Haredi Sector and Defends Religious Zionism List
Tzvika Mor, Religious Zionist Party candidate, opposes new Haredi conscription laws, advocating gradual integration through dialogue. He defends his party's Judea and Samaria repr…
Smotrich Faces Tough Choice on Which Religious Zionist Allies to Bring to Knesset
Bezalel Smotrich of the Religious Zionist party must choose which allies to bring into the next Knesset, with only three realistic seats available. His decision follows his strate…
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 Zionist Leadership Drives Major Development and Security Gains in Beersheba and Beyond
A Beersheba city council member highlights the Religious Zionist party's leadership in securing a 1.2 billion shekel development plan for Beersheba, strengthening national securit…
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…
Israeli Parliament to Advance Class Action Reform During Summer Recess
The Israeli Knesset plans to advance a reform of the Class Action Law during the summer recess to curb abusive lawsuits against small businesses. The amendment limits class action…
Religious Zionism Leader Smotrich Considers Additional Reserved Spot to Diversify Knesset List
Bezalel Smotrich, leader of the Religious Zionism party, is considering requesting a third reserved spot in the party's top ten Knesset list to enhance diversity, targeting modera…
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 Government Moves Authority Over Terrorist Family Expulsions to Prime Minister Netanyahu
Israel plans to transfer authority over expelling terrorist family members to Prime Minister Netanyahu after nearly two years of non-implementation due to legal opposition and min…
Israeli Ministers and MKs Visit Temple Mount as Jews Pray Outside Mosques
Israeli ministers and Knesset members visited the Temple Mount where Jews prayed outside mosques, sparking criticism over status quo violations. Police stated the prayers occurred…
Hundreds Ascend Temple Mount for Tisha B'Av Prayers Amid Political Tensions
Hundreds gathered at the Temple Mount on Thursday for Tisha B'Av prayers, with ministers Ben-Gvir and Wasserlauf attending. The left-wing group Peace Now condemned the visitors, a…
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…
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…
Flight Ticket Prices Surge as Israelis Abroad Rush to Vote in October 2026 Elections
As Israel sets its election date for October 27, 2026, Israelis abroad are rushing to buy flights home to vote, causing ticket prices to soar by up to 24% from key cities. Civic p…
Netanyahu-Haredi Deal Enacts Laws Reshaping Israel Amid Legal Challenges
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Haredi parties enacted laws favoring the Haredi sector and weakening government oversight, sparking Supreme Court challenges. The court froze the law…
Pioneering Families Establish New Jewish Settlement on Mount Ebal in Northern Samaria
Dozens of pioneering families established the first Jewish settlement on Mount Ebal in northern Samaria, near the biblical Altar of Joshua. The event was marked by a ceremony atte…
Israeli Parliament Passes Controversial Law Silencing Attorney General Amid Political Apathy
The Israeli Knesset passed a controversial law that silences the Attorney General, weakening their legal authority amid political apathy. The law, effective in 2027, may already u…
Israeli Parliament Passes Controversial Law Severing Government Checks on Legal Adviser
The Israeli Knesset passed a law that curtails the Government Legal Adviser's powers, provoking numerous Supreme Court petitions. This law is part of a broader judicial overhaul a…
Israeli Parliament Approves Controversial Split of Attorney General Role Amid Fierce Political Backlash
The Israeli Knesset passed a law splitting the Attorney General's role, separating legal advice from criminal prosecution. The move, led by Simcha Rothman and supported by Finance…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Attacks Government Legal Adviser Amid Judicial Reform Debate
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir harshly attacked Government Legal Adviser Gali Baharav-Miara during a Knesset session approving a new law that defines the advi…
Israeli Parliament Approves Splitting Attorney General Role Amid Immediate Supreme Court Challenge
The Israeli Knesset approved a law splitting the Attorney General's role into three positions, prompting an immediate Supreme Court petition. Critics argue the law allows the gove…
Smotrich Says Splitting Attorney General Role Marks Start of Current Model's End
Simcha Rothman, chair of the Constitution Committee, said the law splitting the Attorney General's role clarifies the AG is only an advisor and ends conflicting state positions. T…
Coalition Members Criticize Smotrich for Blocking Proposal to Prevent Censorship of Ministers' Social Media
Right-wing coalition members accuse MK Simcha Rothman of blocking a bill that would prevent the Central Election Committee from censoring social media posts by Prime Minister Neta…
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…
MK Uri Maklev Tops Knesset Attendance Among All Members in Past Year
MK Uri Maklev leads all Knesset members in attendance hours over the past year, spending over 2,193 hours in the parliament. Following Degel HaTorah's exit from the government in…
MK Simcha Rothman Accuses Judiciary of Undermining Rabbinical Courts' Authority
MK Simcha Rothman condemned the Israeli judiciary for hypocrisy in opposing rabbinical courts' authority, revealing that legal objections were a pretext to undermine Torah law. Th…
Israeli Law Expands Family Definition to Include Cousins in Sexual Abuse Statute of Limitations
The Israeli Knesset committee approved a bill expanding the definition of "family member" to include cousins in sexual abuse cases, allowing victims to file claims years later. In…
MK Yasmin Friedman Challenges Committee Chair with New Coffee Mug Protest
MK Yasmin Friedman of Yesh Atid introduced a coffee mug criticizing Constitution Committee Chair Simcha Rothman for undermining democracy, escalating a symbolic dispute in the Kne…