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Yitzhak Goldknopf

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

Politics42 minutes ago

Israeli Panel Debates Haredi Workers' Status Amid Economic Sanctions and Political Tensions

An Israeli panel on "Black Kippot" debated economic sanctions on Haredi families, political disputes within Shas, and the status of Haredi workers amid protests and draft controve…

Politics1 day ago

Dati-Leumi Parties Plan Joint Run Amid Internal Tensions and Potential Surprises

Degel HaTorah and Agudat Yisrael are expected to run jointly in upcoming elections despite internal tensions and strategic talks of separation. Degel HaTorah aims to strengthen it…

Politics1 day ago

Likud Demands Gadi Eizenkot Remove Digitally Altered Election Video or Face Legal Action

Likud lawyer Ilan Bombach has warned Gadi Eizenkot to remove a digitally altered election video by noon Tuesday or face a legal petition to the Central Elections Committee. The vi…

Politics1 day ago·4 outlets

Agudat Yisrael's Yitzhak Goldknopf Secures Another Knesset Term with Gur Rebbe's Endorsement

Yitzhak Goldknopf, a Gur Hasidic representative in United Torah Judaism, will serve another Knesset term after receiving the Gur Rebbe's endorsement. He highlighted the past term'…

General1 day ago

Thousands Gather in Haifa for Selichot Prayer Rally Led by Rabbi Baruch Rosenblum

Thousands gathered in Haifa for a Selichot prayer rally led by Rabbi Baruch Rosenblum, who called for spiritual awakening amid ongoing community tensions and recent violent incide…

Security1 day ago

Thousands Led by Senior Rabbis Console Jerusalem Deputy Mayor’s Son After Attack

After a stabbing attempt in Lakewood where a Jewish teenager was accidentally injured, thousands led by senior rabbis consoled the Jerusalem deputy mayor’s son. The incident trigg…

Politics3 days ago

Motty Babchik Criticizes Netanyahu, Affirms Haredi Independence from Right-Wing Bloc

Motty Babchik, a key Gur Hasidic leader, openly criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu for broken promises on yeshiva conscription laws, affirming the Haredi community's political in…

Politics5 days ago

Shas Leaders Resolve Tensions Ahead of Election Campaign Launch

Shas leaders Aryeh Deri and Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef resolved internal disputes before launching the party's election campaign, agreeing on Yosef's role and demanding a draft exemption…

Politics6 days ago

Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisrael Party Leads Knesset Poll, Smotrich’s Religious Zionism Gains

A Kantar poll shows Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisrael party leading with 24 seats, ahead of Likud’s 23, while Bezalel Smotrich’s Religious Zionism party gains one seat. The coalition holds…

PoliticsAug 17, 2026

Right-Wing Commentator Warns Netanyahu His Alliance with Ultra-Orthodox Could Cost Him Power

Right-wing commentator Avi Shoshan warned Prime Minister Netanyahu that his alliance with ultra-Orthodox parties and failure to address military conscription equality could cost h…

PoliticsAug 16, 2026·2 outlets

Jerusalem Faction's Bid to Split United Torah Judaism Rejected by Gur Hasidim

The Jerusalem Faction proposed that Gur Hasidim split from United Torah Judaism to form a new anti-conscription party, but Gur leaders rejected the plan, preferring to maintain un…

Jerusalem Faction's Bid to Split United Torah Judaism Rejected by Gur Hasidim
PoliticsAug 14, 2026

Esti Shoshan Pushes for Women's Political Representation in Ultra-Orthodox Parties Ahead of 2026 Elections

Esti Shoshan, head of "Not Elected, Not Voting," campaigns for ultra-Orthodox women's political inclusion within parties like Shas and United Torah Judaism ahead of the 2026 elect…

PoliticsAug 13, 2026

Likud MK Moshe Saada Admits Voting for Controversial Draft Law Despite Opposition

Likud MK Moshe Saada admitted voting for a controversial Israeli draft law despite opposing it, citing party loyalty. He criticized the law's ethics, defended Torah study exemptio…

SecurityAug 12, 2026

Police Prepare for Ultra-Orthodox Protests Blocking Highway 4 Near Bnei Brak

Israeli police are preparing for ultra-Orthodox protests near Bnei Brak against a draft dodger's arrest, expecting major road closures on Highway 4 and Jabotinsky Road. Authoritie…

Police Prepare for Ultra-Orthodox Protests Blocking Highway 4 Near Bnei Brak
PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef Urges Ultra-Orthodox to Oppose Netanyahu and Right-Wing Bloc

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef urged his followers not to vote for Shas and to oppose Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc, claiming Netanyahu and religious Zionists dislike the ultra-Orthodox. Netan…

PoliticsAug 11, 2026

Agudat Yisrael Challenges Election Committee's Ban on Serial Numbers on Ballots

Agudat Yisrael has appealed to Israel's Central Elections Committee to reverse a ban on serial numbers on ballots, arguing it threatens voter privacy and election management ahead…

PoliticsAug 11, 2026

MK Dan Illouz Resigns from Knesset After Joining Yisrael Beiteinu

MK Dan Illouz resigned from the Knesset after leaving Likud to join Yisrael Beiteinu, criticizing Likud's concessions to ultra-Orthodox parties. His resignation takes effect withi…

PoliticsAug 10, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot's Yisrael Leads as Likud Weakens in Latest Knesset Poll

A new Channel 12 poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's Yisrael party leading with 24 seats, while Netanyahu's Likud drops to 22. Opposition blocs hold a majority, but no faction reaches the…

PoliticsAug 10, 2026·2 outlets

New Haredi Parties Challenge Established Religious Bloc Ahead of 2026 Elections

Ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, three new Haredi parties are challenging the traditional dominance of Shas and United Torah Judaism by appealing to disillusioned voters seeking…

PoliticsAug 9, 2026

Moseh Gafni Signals Uncertainty About Supporting Netanyahu After October Elections

Moseh Gafni of Degel HaTorah expressed uncertainty about supporting Netanyahu after October elections amid tensions over military draft laws. Former PM Naftali Bennett criticized…

PoliticsAug 9, 2026·4 outlets

New Jewish Settlement Emek Dotan Established in Northern West Bank to Expand Regional Presence

Twenty-two families established the new Emek Dotan settlement in northern Samaria, marking the first new settlement there since 2005. The event was attended by senior Israeli offi…

New Jewish Settlement Emek Dotan Established in Northern West Bank to Expand Regional Presence
PoliticsAug 7, 2026

Ultra-Orthodox Leader's Ties to Anti-Zionist Figures Spark Political Controversy in Israel

The Israeli coalition faces criticism for its ties to anti-Zionist ultra-Orthodox leaders, notably the Gur Rebbe's association with Satmar's Yoeli Landau. This alliance, revealed…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

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, 2026·4 outlets

MK Dan Illouz to Resign from Knesset After Joining Yisrael Beiteinu

MK Dan Illouz, who left Likud for Yisrael Beiteinu, announced he will resign from the Knesset soon, criticizing Netanyahu and Likud's direction while endorsing Avigdor Lieberman a…

MK Dan Illouz to Resign from Knesset After Joining Yisrael Beiteinu
PoliticsAug 5, 2026·1 outlets

Former Shas Leader Eli Yishai Considers Political Return with Pro-Draft Haredi Party

Eli Yishai, former Shas leader, is considering reentering politics with the "Haredi Public" party, which supports drafting non-studying Haredi youth. Internal Haredi leaders warn…

Former Shas Leader Eli Yishai Considers Political Return with Pro-Draft Haredi Party
PoliticsAug 4, 2026

Jerusalem Ultra-Orthodox Activist Attacked Outside Haredi Draft Conference Amid Political Tensions

In Jerusalem, ultra-Orthodox activists from the Jerusalem Faction attacked a pro-Haredi draft conference organizer, prompting police intervention. The event occurred amid heighten…

PoliticsAug 4, 2026·2 outlets

Haredi Faction Leader Sets Friday Deadline for Representation Demands to Religious Parties

Motty Leitner, leader of the "Haredi Public" faction, has given Shas and United Torah Judaism leaders a Friday deadline to meet demands for broader Haredi representation. If ignor…

PoliticsAug 3, 2026

Israel Poll Shows Netanyahu and Eisenkot Tied, Opposition Bloc Holds 60 Seats

A News 12 poll shows Netanyahu's Likud and Eisenkot's Yisrael tied at 23 seats each, with the opposition bloc holding 70 seats overall. Bennett's Yachdav remains stable, and Arab…

PoliticsAug 3, 2026·3 outlets

Haredi Parties Clash Over Netanyahu's Stance on Draft Law Amid Political Turmoil

Haredi parties reacted sharply to Prime Minister Netanyahu's briefings on freezing arrests of draft-dodging yeshiva students, revealing internal divisions. Degel HaTorah chose sil…

Haredi Parties Clash Over Netanyahu's Stance on Draft Law Amid Political Turmoil
PoliticsAug 2, 2026·2 outlets

Netanyahu Reassures Ultra-Orthodox Leaders After Halting Draft Law Advancement

Prime Minister Netanyahu reassured ultra-Orthodox party leaders that the draft law will not advance, aligning with their demands, but faced sharp criticism from opposition figures…

Netanyahu Reassures Ultra-Orthodox Leaders After Halting Draft Law Advancement
PoliticsAug 2, 2026·5 outlets

Yahadut HaTorah Demands Post-Election Commitment on Yeshiva Students’ Status After Netanyahu Remarks

Yahadut HaTorah leader Yitzhak Goldknopf criticized Netanyahu’s statement on draft-dodging yeshiva students and vowed to join only a government that resolves their status. Opposit…

Yahadut HaTorah Demands Post-Election Commitment on Yeshiva Students’ Status After Netanyahu Remarks
PoliticsJul 30, 2026

Transport Ministry Accuses MK Goldknopf of Unauthorized Siren Use After Resignation

The Israeli Transport Ministry accused MK Yitzhak Goldknopf of unauthorized siren use during a June 2023 protest, claiming he failed to report his resignation as minister, which i…

GeneralJul 30, 2026

Israeli Media Insider Reveals Highlights From Haredi Community Events and Personalities

The Israeli Haredi news site Kikar HaShabbat's weekly 'Zofnik' column highlights key religious, political, and cultural events in the ultra-Orthodox community, including a media c…

PoliticsJul 30, 2026

New Haredi Parties Challenge Established Religious Factions Amid Calls for Reform

New Haredi political parties in Israel are challenging the established religious factions Shas and United Torah Judaism by demanding reforms such as primary elections, IDF enlistm…

PoliticsJul 30, 2026·1 outlets

Yehadut HaTorah Chair Goldknopf Condemns Arrests of Yeshiva Students as Unjust and Humiliating

Yitzhak Goldknopf, chairman of Yehadut HaTorah, condemned the imprisonment of yeshiva students for not regularizing their status, calling it unjust and humiliating. He described v…

Yehadut HaTorah Chair Goldknopf Condemns Arrests of Yeshiva Students as Unjust and Humiliating
PoliticsJul 29, 2026

MK Goldknopf Advises Ultra-Orthodox Youth to Seek Military Exemption Through Known Contacts

MK Yitzhak Goldknopf advised an ultra-Orthodox youth to seek an IDF exemption through known contacts, clarifying it was a medical exemption recommendation. Meanwhile, the governme…

MK Goldknopf Advises Ultra-Orthodox Youth to Seek Military Exemption Through Known Contacts
PoliticsJul 28, 2026

Yaki Edmeker Warns United Torah Judaism Against Aligning With Left-Wing Politicians

Yaki Edmeker warned United Torah Judaism against cooperating with left-wing politicians like Gadi Eizenkot, claiming such moves would harm the party and Israel's Jewish identity…

Yaki Edmeker Warns United Torah Judaism Against Aligning With Left-Wing Politicians
PoliticsJul 23, 2026

Naftali Bennett Calls Aryeh Deri Anti-Zionist, Criticizes Haredi Draft Opposition

Naftali Bennett accused Aryeh Deri of being anti-Zionist and criticized Haredi politicians for opposing the draft law and neglecting core education. He also condemned Israel's gov…

Naftali Bennett Calls Aryeh Deri Anti-Zionist, Criticizes Haredi Draft Opposition
PoliticsJul 22, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot Ties Netanyahu at 21 Seats as Bennett’s Party Plummets to 14 in New Poll

A new poll shows Gadi Eizenkot’s Yashar! party tying with Netanyahu’s Likud at 21 seats each, while Naftali Bennett’s Beyachad drops to 14 seats. The opposition bloc, including Ar…

Gadi Eizenkot Ties Netanyahu at 21 Seats as Bennett’s Party Plummets to 14 in New Poll
SecurityJul 21, 2026·2 outlets

Gur Rebbe Orders Escalation of Haredi Protests to Exhaust Police

The Gur Rebbe ordered an escalation of Haredi protests against military draft enforcement, leading to mass demonstrations and clashes with Israeli police near Prison 10 and the le…

Gur Rebbe Orders Escalation of Haredi Protests to Exhaust Police
PoliticsJul 21, 2026

Likud Requests Coalition Leaders' Commitment to Legislation, Ultra-Orthodox Parties Refuse

Likud requested coalition party leaders to commit to supporting government legislation, but ultra-Orthodox leaders refused to sign, revealing deep mistrust within the coalition. O…

SecurityJul 21, 2026

Hundreds of Gur Hasidim Protest at Israeli Attorney General's Home Over Yeshiva Student Arrest

Around 200 Gur Hasidim protested outside Israel's Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's home in Tel Aviv late Monday, following a massive earlier rally at Prison 10 against the ar…

Hundreds of Gur Hasidim Protest at Israeli Attorney General's Home Over Yeshiva Student Arrest
SecurityJul 20, 2026·3 outlets

Thousands of Gur Hasidim Protest at Prison 10 Over Arrests, Tensions Rise

Thousands of Gur Hasidim protested outside Prison 10 on Monday against the arrest of deserters, leading to clashes and damage to the prison fence. Knesset member Yitzhak Goldknopf…

Thousands of Gur Hasidim Protest at Prison 10 Over Arrests, Tensions Rise
PoliticsJul 20, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot's Yisra Party Tops Poll, Netanyahu's Likud Second with Slim Coalition Majority

A new poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's Yisra party leading with 24 seats, ahead of Netanyahu's Likud with 23. The coalition bloc holds a slim majority of 51 seats, while the opposition…

Gadi Eizenkot's Yisra Party Tops Poll, Netanyahu's Likud Second with Slim Coalition Majority
PoliticsJul 18, 2026·3 outlets

Avigdor Lieberman Accuses Netanyahu of Potential Shin Bet Misuse in Upcoming Elections

Avigdor Lieberman accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of potentially using the Shin Bet against political rivals in the upcoming elections, criticized coalition partners Shas and Uni…

Avigdor Lieberman Accuses Netanyahu of Potential Shin Bet Misuse in Upcoming Elections
PoliticsJul 17, 2026

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…

PoliticsJul 16, 2026·3 outlets

Israeli Communications Reform Bill Faces Crucial Knesset Vote Amid Controversy and Conflict of Interest Allegations

Israel's Communications Reform Bill, aiming to overhaul media regulation and benefiting Channel 14, faces a critical Knesset vote amid controversy and conflict of interest concern…

Israeli Communications Reform Bill Faces Crucial Knesset Vote Amid Controversy and Conflict of Interest Allegations
PoliticsJul 16, 2026

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…

Pioneering Families Establish New Jewish Settlement on Mount Ebal in Northern Samaria