David Bitan

Likud postpones primaries to August amid debate over Netanyahu’s influence on party list

While no decision has been announced on allowing Netanyahu to control the first slots, the updated rules and procedures for the primaries are expected to be released on Thursday.

The Likud Constitution Committee, headed by the Chairman of the Likud Central Committee, Chairman of the Constitution Committee, Minister Haim Katz, has now convened announcing that the date of the primaries will be held on: 4.8.2026
Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi attends a plenum session at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on March 31, 2025.

Karhi vows broadcasting reform will 'pass with full force' as Knesset panel breaks out in clashes

 MK David Bitan at a committee meeting at the Knesset in Jerusalem. January 15, 2025.

KAN privatization bill will not advance, Economics Committee chairman says

 El Al airplane at the Ben Gurion International Airport. October 4, 2022.

Airlines not rushing back to Israel despite impending law change


In fifth questioning, Bitan remains silent

“Because you are pressuring people to deliver false testimonies, I use my right to remain silent.”

David Bitan

Police arrest new suspect in Bitan corruption case

Ronen Ginzburg, the CEO of a construction company, is suspected of bribery.

IDF soldier handcuffs a man

Case against Bitan significantly strengthened

Gag order placed on details against former coalition chairman.

David Bitan

Rishon Lezion mayor faces further questioning in corruption probe

David Bitan

Coalition chairman who was forced to quit refusing to answer police questions

David Bitan declined to be hospitalized for health issues, preferring to see through the investigation phase.

Former coalition chairman David Bitan

Diaspora critic replaces Bitan as coalition chairman

A critic of Diaspora Jewry was chosen for a sensitive post.

David Amsalem

MK David Bitan submits letter of resignation to PM Netanyahu

"The current situation makes it too difficult for me to function," said Bitan.

David Bitan

Likud coalition chairman questioned for third time in corruption case

'The Jerusalem Post’s' sister publication 'Maariv' reported that coalition chairman David Bitan was confronted for the first time with testimonies and evidence that ties him to the case.

Former coalition chairman David Bitan

Justice Minister Shaked: Recent legislation is not a threat to democracy

“Transparency is not against democracy,” said Shaked.

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked speaks at the Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference

Coalition chair questioned second time in corruption probe

Bitan’s first questioning took place on Sunday for over 13 hours.

Former coalition chairman David Bitan