Yariv Levin
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Yariv Levin, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Gadi Eizenkot's Yesh Atid Leads with 23 Seats as Likud Drops to 21 in New Poll
A Channel 13 poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's Yesh Atid leading with 23 seats, Likud dropping to 21, and Netanyahu's coalition holding 49 seats. Eizenkot leads Netanyahu 47% to 34% in p…
Israel's Third Bloc Seeks Balanced Government With Shared Leadership Instead of Single PM
The 'Bloc of Israel' proposes a balanced government with shared ministerial responsibility and collective leadership, challenging the current focus on a single prime minister. It…
Israeli Supreme Court Allows State Attorney to Lead Probe into Military Prosecutor Leak Case
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that State Attorney Amit Isman can continue leading the investigation into the leaked video from the Shde Teiman military case, rejecting calls for…
Israeli Supreme Court Blocks Justice Minister's Appointment of External Overseer in Shde Yemen Case
The Israeli Supreme Court rejected Justice Minister Yariv Levin's bid to appoint an external supervisor for the Shde Yemen investigation leak, returning the case to the State Atto…
Israeli Supreme Court Rejects Intervention in Military Prosecution Investigation, Denies Justice Minister More Time for External Oversight
The Israeli Supreme Court rejected a petition to intervene in the military prosecution investigation and denied Justice Minister Yariv Levin more time to appoint an external super…
Likud Urges Supreme Court to Decide Quickly or Postpone Primaries by Two Weeks
The Likud party has asked Israel's Supreme Court to urgently decide on a dispute over sitting officials running in regional primary slots, warning that without a ruling, the prima…
Likud Primary Poll Reveals Leadership Battle and Divided Voter Preferences
A new Likud primary poll shows Amir Ohana leading among party members, Nir Barkat favored by swing voters, and a split over government type preferences. Only about 20 current mini…
Justice Minister Levin Plans Supreme Court Overhaul Through Future Appointments
Justice Minister Yariv Levin revealed a plan to overhaul Israel's Supreme Court by appointing new judges after many current justices retire during the next government term, bypass…
Netanyahu Reshapes Likud List With Eight Reserved Slots Ahead of Elections
Prime Minister Netanyahu is reshaping the Likud party list by securing eight reserved slots to strengthen the party and manage internal rivalries ahead of elections. This move res…
MK Moshe Abutbul Demands Explanation from Itamar Ben-Gvir Over Yeshiva Student Arrest
MK Moshe Abutbul criticized National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after military police arrested yeshiva student Moshe Steiner following his testimony at Lahav 433. Abutbul w…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Opposes New Speed Camera Enforcement Policy
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir opposes the police's new speed camera enforcement policy that fines minor speed violations. He called for a review and plans to…
Likud Faces Intense Primary Battle with 31 Candidates for 12 Knesset Seats
Likud is holding primaries with 31 candidates competing for only 12 realistic Knesset seats amid internal tensions and reserved slots for key ministers. Prime Minister Netanyahu l…
Yaakov Bardugo Praises Likud Ministers Levin, Kra'i, and Zohar Despite Past Disagreements
Political analyst Yaakov Bardugo praised Likud ministers Yariv Levin, Miki Zohar, and Shlomo Kra'i for their contributions despite past disagreements, expressing confidence they w…
Calls Grow for Direct Prime Ministerial Elections and Lower Threshold to Restore Israeli Democracy
An opinion piece argues Israel's electoral system distorts voter intent due to a high threshold and tactical voting, calling for direct prime ministerial elections and a lower thr…
Concerns Rise Over Trojan Horse Tactics in Likud Primaries Amid Growing Ultra-Orthodox Influence
Amid a surge of ultra-Orthodox members joining Likud, party leaders warn of infiltration attempts by rival activists aiming to manipulate the upcoming primaries. The ultra-Orthodo…
Netanyahu Secures Reserved Spots in Likud List, Pushing Out Tali Gottlieb
Prime Minister Netanyahu secretly reserved key spots on the Likud list for the 26th Knesset elections, pushing Tali Gottlieb out of the top ten. Israel Katz was granted a reserved…
Israeli Accountants Challenge Justice Ministry Over Trustee Appointment Rules
The Israeli Institute of Certified Public Accountants petitioned the Supreme Court against Justice Minister Yariv Levin, claiming trustee appointment rules discriminate against ac…
Aaron Barak's Judicial Revolution Raises Security Concerns in Israel
The documentary "The Judges' Rebellion" reveals how Aaron Barak's judicial reforms since 1992 have increasingly influenced Israel's security policies and political decisions, spar…
Netanyahu Forms Two Secret Advisory Forums for Security and Political Strategy
Prime Minister Netanyahu has created two secret advisory forums, one for security and one for political campaign strategy, meeting regularly with senior officials and reserve offi…
Israeli Police Reinstate Speeding Fines Amid Flawed Enforcement System and Rising Road Fatalities
Israeli police are reinstating stricter speeding fines amid rising road fatalities and problems with the current speed camera system. Despite increased enforcement budgets, the ou…
Israeli Justice Ministry Launches Pilot to Reform Senior Prosecutor Appointments Amid Legal Dispute
In July 2025, Israel's Justice Ministry launched a pilot program to reform senior prosecutor appointments by introducing objective selection tests, sparking a legal dispute with t…
Likud Primaries Heat Up as Candidates Jockey for Limited Spots Amid Netanyahu's Reserved List Uncertainty
As the Likud primaries near, candidate standings are shifting with Gila Gamliel rising and Tali Gottlieb falling. Top contenders and newcomers compete fiercely amid uncertainty ov…
US Military Seeks Exit Strategy Amid Iran Conflict as Biden's Health Declines
The US military is seeking a way out of the Iran conflict amid limited options, while Hezbollah attacked Israeli forces in Lebanon. Biden's cancer has worsened, spreading to his b…
Justice Minister Levin Pushes Ahead With Appointment of New Police Investigations Head Amid Election Period
Justice Minister Yariv Levin will continue with appointing the new head of the Police Investigations Department despite election restrictions, arguing the new law was passed befor…
Justice Minister Yariv Levin Vows to Continue Judicial Reform Amid Appointment Controversies
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin reaffirmed his commitment to continue judicial reforms and reshape the Supreme Court if his camp wins the elections. Speaking in Ra'anana, Lev…
MK Dan Illouz Joins Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu, Replacing Yariv Levin
MK Dan Illouz leaves Likud and joins Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu, replacing Yariv Levin. Illouz criticized Likud and Netanyahu, endorsing Lieberman as a principled leader…
Majority of Coalition Voters Support Itamar Ben-Gvir Continuing as National Security Minister
A Channel 14 poll shows 72.5% of coalition voters want Itamar Ben-Gvir to continue as National Security Minister, with other ministers also receiving majority support.
Law Interns Protest at Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s Home Over Bar Exam Results
Dozens of Israeli law interns protested outside Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s home over the June 2026 bar exam, which only about one-third passed. They demand Levin’s interventio…
Israeli Judiciary Faces Accusations of Undermining Right-Wing Governance Ahead of Crucial Elections
Ahead of Israel's critical elections, the judiciary faces accusations from the right-wing of politicized overreach undermining elected governance and electoral integrity. Controve…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Clarification from Yariv Levin on Police Investigations Department Appointments
The Israeli Supreme Court has asked Justice Minister Yariv Levin to clarify if he plans to proceed with three key appointments under the new Police Investigations Department law d…
Likud Supreme Court Blocks Incumbents From Running in District Primaries, Sparking Party Turmoil
The Likud party's Supreme Court overturned a rule allowing incumbents to run in district primaries, intensifying competition for limited list spots ahead of August 17 primaries. T…
New Report Aims to Shift Likud Primary Voting Toward Fact-Based Choices
Ahead of the Likud primaries, the "City Headquarters 2026 Report" compiles documented achievements of Likud MKs and ministers to encourage fact-based voting. The report, led by sp…
Israel Increases Foreign Worker Quota to Address Construction Labor Shortage
Israel has raised the foreign worker quota from 3.3% to 3.8% of the population to address a severe labor shortage in construction and related sectors, allowing 50,000 additional f…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Justice Minister Clarify Police Investigations Chief Appointment During Election Period
The Israeli Supreme Court has ordered Justice Minister Yariv Levin to explain how he plans to appoint the head of the Police Investigations Unit during the election period, given…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Clarity on Police Investigations Unit Appointments During Election Period
Israel's Supreme Court has demanded Justice Minister Yariv Levin clarify if he plans to appoint leaders to the Police Investigations Unit during the election period, amid concerns…
Likud Faces Unprecedented Primary Battle With 36 Incumbents Competing for 16 Realistic Seats
Ahead of the October 27 elections, Likud's August 17 primaries will see 36 incumbents competing for about 16 realistic seats, following Netanyahu securing eight reserved slots. Co…
Israel Opens New Justice Ministry Building with Public Square for Protests in Jerusalem
Israel opened a new Justice Ministry building in Jerusalem's National Quarter, featuring a public plaza designed for protests and community use. The 65,000-square-meter complex co…
Israeli Ministers Demand Emergency Knesset Session to Challenge Supreme Court Ruling on Broadcasting Law
Communications Minister Shlomo Karai and 25 Knesset members have requested an emergency session during the summer recess to counter the Supreme Court's injunction freezing the Bro…
Minister Gila Gamliel Vows to Advance Voluntary Gaza Migration and Complete Judicial Reform
Minister Gila Gamliel announced plans to advance judicial reforms and a voluntary migration program from Gaza, praised security gains in Syria and Lebanon, and reaffirmed efforts…
Israeli Justice Minister Levin Rejects Supreme Court Judge's Offer to Maintain Status Quo on Judicial Appointments
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin disclosed that a Supreme Court judge offered him to maintain the traditional judicial appointment system, but he refused. Levin vowed to conti…
Israeli Economy Minister Opposes Returning Palestinian Workers, Plans to Increase Foreign Labor Quota
Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat rejects calls to reinstate Palestinian workers amid the war, opting instead to increase foreign labor from friendly countries. He also highligh…
Israeli Justice Ministry Faces Legal Challenge Over New Police Investigation Oversight Role
Israel's Justice Ministry faces a Supreme Court challenge over a new law creating a politically appointed Coordinator with extensive control over police investigations, raising fe…
Roi Kahlon Emerges as Leading Candidate for Controversial Police Investigations Head Role
Roi Kahlon, under investigation for resume embellishment, is the leading candidate to head Israel's Police Investigations Department after a new law placed it under the Justice Mi…
Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi Amplifies Controversy with Harsh Criticism of Judiciary and Support for Haredi Draft Evasion
Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi has posted extensively on social media supporting Haredi draft evasion, attacking the judiciary, and threatening police investigators…
Yehuda Avidan Appointed Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate Amid Ongoing Investigation
Yehuda Avidan was named acting CEO of Israel's Chief Rabbinate despite an ongoing investigation into allegations of fraud and threats. His appointment followed official approvals…
Yehadut HaTorah Chair Advises Haredi Youth to Seek IDF Exemption Amid Draft Crisis
Yehadut HaTorah leader Itzhak Goldknopf advised a Haredi youth to seek an IDF exemption amid unresolved draft tensions. Meanwhile, the government dropped a bill to cancel arrests…
Labor Minister Delays New Vacation Pay Increase Until August Approval
Israeli workers will not receive the planned increase in vacation pay in their next paycheck due to a delay in Labor Minister Yariv Levin's approval. The new rates will only take…
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…
