State Comptroller
Israeli-media coverage mentioning State Comptroller, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Parliament Extends Secrecy Order on Government Energy Company QITAF Amid Privatization Plans
The Israeli parliament has extended a secrecy order on the state energy company QITAF until the end of 2024, despite plans to privatize it. The decision was made in closed session…
Israeli Transport Ministry CEO Conducts Undercover Bus Inspections Amid Service Complaints
Moshe Ben Zaken, CEO of Israel's Ministry of Transport, has gone undercover as a bus inspector to conduct surprise inspections amid public complaints about poor bus service. The m…
Givat Shmuel Mayor Defends Education Focus Amid Dispute With Bnei Akiva Yeshiva
The mayor of Givat Shmuel explained the cancellation of the agreement with Bnei Akiva Yeshiva due to financial and operational breaches, emphasizing the municipality's commitment…
Israeli Deputy Mayor and Family Face Possible Charges in Bribery and Corruption Case
Yossi Azriel, deputy mayor of Kiryat Bialik, and his family face potential charges of bribery, breach of trust, and money laundering after a multi-year undercover investigation re…
Israeli Supreme Court Rejects Sharren Haskel's Petition to Split from Likud
The Israeli Supreme Court rejected Sharren Haskel's request to split from Likud, citing late objections to a party merger. Haskel also alleged vote recording coercion during a Sta…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Submits Personal Asset Declaration Just Before Elections
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir submitted his personal asset declaration to the State Comptroller only in June 2023, after avoiding it for over three years des…
Netanyahu Faces Backlash Over Draft Law Spin Ahead of Likud Primaries
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s promise of harsh military draft reforms and controversial budget allocations have sparked internal Likud conflict and public criticism ahead of August p…
Israel Likely to Maintain Chevron’s Gas Holdings to Preserve Regulatory Stability
Israel’s energy policy committee plans to maintain Chevron’s dominant gas holdings to ensure regulatory stability and attract investment. The decision avoids forcing Chevron to se…
Israeli Health Ministry Formalizes Emergency Medical Cooperation Between Magen David Adom and United Hatzalah
The Israeli Ministry of Health has formalized cooperation between Magen David Adom and United Hatzalah to improve emergency medical response, integrating dispatch systems and basi…
Israel Aims to Lead in AI but Must Prioritize Citizen Services
Israel aims to lead globally in AI but currently prioritizes state power over direct citizen benefits. Experts call for shifting focus to AI applications that improve public servi…
Israel Faces National Waste Crisis as Landfill Capacity Nears Collapse
Israel is nearing a national waste crisis as landfill capacity is expected to run out by the end of 2026, risking garbage accumulation in cities. Despite warnings from the State C…
MK Sharren Haskel Stands by Her Affidavit in State Comptroller Election Investigation
MK Sharren Haskel confirmed her full support for her affidavit and police testimony related to the State Comptroller election filming case but refrained from discussing details du…
Israeli State Comptroller Vacancy Delays Critical Reports on October 7 Nova Massacre Security Failures
Israel has been without a State Comptroller since July 2026, delaying critical audit reports on the October 7, 2023 Nova party massacre and related security failures. Political di…
Israeli Foster Mother Urges Law to Secure Permanent Status for Foster Children After Years of Uncertainty
An Israeli foster mother recounts the emotional challenges of her foster daughter facing repeated separations due to welfare policies. She calls for legal reforms to limit tempora…
Former State Comptroller Predicts Central Election Committee Ban Boosts Right-Wing Seats
Former state comptroller Shlomo Filber says a Central Election Committee ban on real-time voting reports may boost right-wing turnout and add two Knesset seats. He compares the ef…
Over Half of Israelis Rate Education System Negatively and See It as Unequal, Survey Finds
A new survey shows over half of Israelis rate the education system negatively and see it as unequal, despite high parental satisfaction with their own children's schools. Key issu…
Study Reveals Urban Pollution Infects Haifa's Wild Boars, Not Vice Versa
A study by Israel's Nature and Parks Authority found that wild boars in Haifa carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria acquired from urban pollution, not the other way around. The rese…
Vacant State Comptroller Post Halts Protection Orders for Whistleblowers in Israel
The vacancy in Israel's State Comptroller position has caused a halt in granting legal protection to whistleblowers, with ten requests rejected due to lack of authority. Until a n…
Israeli NGO Linked to Yaia Pink Transfers Funds to Supporters in Democratic Party Primaries
An NGO linked to Israeli politician Yaia Pink transferred millions to organizations supporting him and allies in the Democratic Party primaries, raising conflict of interest conce…
Over 120,000 Israeli Small Businesses Close Amid Political Neglect and Ongoing Conflict
Over 120,000 Israeli small businesses have closed since the start of the "Iron Swords" conflict due to ongoing violence and ineffective government aid. Despite legislative efforts…
Gideon Sa'ar Denies Forcing MKs to Record Vote on State Comptroller in Supreme Court Affidavit
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar denies ordering New Hope MKs to record their votes in the State Comptroller election, contradicting MK Sharren Haskel's claims. Haskel testified to p…
Gideon Sa'ar Denies Sharren Haskel's Claims on State Comptroller Vote in Supreme Court Filing
Gideon Sa'ar filed a Supreme Court affidavit denying Sharren Haskel's claim that New Hope directed her to document her vote for State Comptroller Micha'el Rabillo, calling the all…
MK Hanoch Milwitsky Accuses MK Sharren Haskel of Inaccurate Testimony for Nearly Two Million Shekels
MK Hanoch Milwitsky accused MK Sharren Haskel of submitting inaccurate testimony to the Supreme Court to secure nearly 1.835 million shekels in party funding amid her effort to sp…
Israeli State Comptroller Warns Against Massive Investment in Outdated Tel Aviv Metro Project
The Israeli State Comptroller warns that the Tel Aviv metro project is an outdated, costly investment likely to fail, urging cancellation in favor of AI and fiber-optic infrastruc…
Foreign Influence Networks Fuel Chaos and Polarization Ahead of Israeli Elections
Ahead of Israel's September 2026 elections, reports reveal extensive foreign influence networks from Iran, Russia, and others manipulating social media to deepen societal division…
MK Sharren Haskel Summoned for Testimony in State Comptroller Election Investigation
MK Sharren Haskel was summoned to testify in an investigation into the State Comptroller election, alleging vote recording pressures within New Hope party. The Supreme Court order…
How Comparing Labor and Parts Can Cut Car Repair Bills by Hundreds of Shekels
Car repair labor costs in Israel vary widely, with hourly rates between 250 and 500 shekels before VAT, causing significant price differences. Vehicle owners can reduce expenses b…
Likud Sells Party Properties at Large Discounts to Insiders Amid Financial Struggles
The Likud party has sold several properties at significant discounts to insiders amid financial difficulties, reducing its holdings from 37 to 25 assets. Some sales, including a B…
Israeli Finance Ministry Considers Cutting Pension Contributions to Boost Net Salaries
Israel's Finance Ministry is considering reducing mandatory pension contributions to increase workers' net pay, risking long-term retirement savings amid a growing elderly populat…
Israeli Education Ministry Probes Alleged Misuse of Public Funds by Teachers' Union
Israel's Education Ministry is investigating allegations that public funds were wrongly transferred to the Teachers' Union based on false membership reports. Minister Yoav Kish or…
Israeli Expert Proposes Shared Leadership Model to Reform State Comptroller Selection
In response to the Israeli Supreme Court's delay of the State Comptroller appointment, Yitzhak Zivon proposes a shared leadership model with a ranked voting system to reduce polit…
Outgoing Israeli State Comptroller Metanyahu Englman Reflects on Seven Turbulent Years in Office
Metanyahu Englman, Israel’s outgoing State Comptroller, reviewed his seven-year tenure marked by crises including COVID-19 and the October 7 terror attacks. He revealed new detail…
Iran and Foreign Powers Target Israeli Elections Through Sophisticated Influence Campaigns
Shin Bet chief David Zini revealed that Iran, Russia, China, and Turkey are conducting covert influence campaigns to interfere in Israel's elections by spreading divisive content…
Top Israeli Security Officials Gather for Channel 14 Security Conference
Israel's top defense and political leaders, including Israel Katz, Benny Gantz, Bezalel Smotrich, and Itamar Ben-Gvir, convene at Channel 14's security conference to discuss natio…
AI Disruption Threatens Israeli Workforce and Economy, Experts Warn
AI-driven changes in Israel's labor market are causing significant unemployment among older workers, with inadequate government training programs exacerbating the issue. Experts w…
Shin Bet Warns of Foreign Interference in Israeli Elections, Takes Preventive Measures
Shin Bet chief David Zini warned Israeli officials about foreign interference attempts by Iran, Russia, and China in upcoming elections. Shin Bet is actively studying foreign tact…
IDF General Aviezer Yaari, Who Warned Before Yom Kippur War, Dies at 96
Aviezer Yaari, a former IDF Major General who warned of the Yom Kippur War attack, died at 96 and was buried in Kibbutz Merhavia. He served nearly 40 years in the IDF, held senior…
Former State Comptroller Angelman to Interview at Israel Security Conference
Channel 14 will hold the Israel Security Conference on July 28, featuring former State Comptroller Matanyahu Angelman and Defense Minister Israel Katz discussing Iran's threat and…
Netanyahu Decides to Leave State Comptroller Post Vacant Amid Legal Dispute
Prime Minister Netanyahu has chosen not to fill the State Comptroller position after Knesset Speaker Ohana refused to hold repeat elections as ordered by the Supreme Court. The co…
MK Sharren Haskel's Affidavit Sparks Controversy Over Likud's State Comptroller Election Conduct
MK Sharren Haskel alleges in a sworn affidavit that Likud MKs were forced to video-record their votes for State Comptroller and show them to the Prime Minister, contradicting othe…
Israel Electric Corporation Tops Public Service Rankings Amid Market Competition Shift
The Israel Electric Corporation leads public service rankings after enhancing customer support amid growing competition from private electricity suppliers. It expanded physical an…
Netanyahu Faces Political Turmoil Over Government Company Appointments Ahead of Elections
Prime Minister Netanyahu is embroiled in political struggles over key government company appointments ahead of elections, with several major public institutions left without perma…
Haredi Leader Supports Gender Separation in Undergraduate Studies but Opposes It in Graduate Programs
Pnina Peiper, a Haredi social activist, supports gender-segregated undergraduate studies but opposes extending this separation to graduate programs, citing practical and social li…
US Vice President Accuses Israeli Officials of Manipulating American Public on Iran Conflict
US Vice President J.D. Vance accused senior Israeli officials of manipulating American public opinion to extend the conflict with Iran, causing diplomatic tensions. The White Hous…
Israel Launches First Pilot to Add Magnesium to Desalinated Drinking Water in Shlomi
Israel has launched its first pilot project in Maagan Michael to add magnesium to desalinated drinking water, addressing health concerns over mineral loss during desalination. The…
Netanyahu Delays Supreme Court-Ordered Re-Vote for State Comptroller Amid Political Maneuvering
Three weeks after the Supreme Court ordered a re-vote for Israel’s State Comptroller, Netanyahu and Knesset Speaker Ohana have delayed implementation amid political disputes. Atto…
Israeli Environmental Groups Warn of Severe Firefighting Shortages Amid Rising Wildfire Risks
Environmental groups warn Israel faces critical shortages in firefighting personnel and equipment amid rising wildfire risks due to climate change. They urge urgent government act…
Israeli Knesset Reveals Billions Allocated to Climate Policy Without Central Oversight
The Israeli Knesset revealed that 8.8 billion shekels were allocated to climate policies without a central oversight body, amid reports of severe air pollution impacts in 2023. Of…