Yair Lapid
Political rivals Lapid, Edelstein, surprisingly align on national priorities - analysis
Both men are defining Israeli politics not through the traditional categories of Left and Right, but through questions of national responsibility, military service, governance, and consensus.
A-G Baharav-Miara: Gov't not complying with court order undermines basic rule of law
Netanyahu, Likud could win more seats apart than together, but would weaken coalition - poll
Israel’s opposition voters back policy change, not just replacing Netanyahu - opinion
European countries slam Francesca Albanese, France demands resignation from UN Human Rights Council
In response to the accusations, Albanese lashed out at her critics and claimed that her words had been taken out of context.
Netanyahu asked for a 'quiet holiday period,' days before October 7 - report
The channel aired additional remarks from Netanayhu as further evidence that senior officials framed the pre-October 7 period around a goal of maintaining calm and avoiding escalation.
Lapid demands criminal probe into Netanyahu aides over October 7 intel distortion
“Taking security discussions, cutting out what’s convenient for you, and then saying you’re just a guest on security matters is something that must not be done," Lapid said.
Israeli teachers delay school opening following extreme violence, harassments by students
"Violence against teaching staff is becoming an everyday phenomenon that we must not normalize," Teachers Union Chairman Michael Pinto said in a statement on Monday.
Lapid says Netanyahu falsified security protocols to deflect Oct. 7 blame, urges investigation
“The recommendations of Ronen Bar and Herzi Halevi came following particularly urgent and serious intelligence warnings about Hamas preparing for combat in Gaza,” Lapid said.
'October 7 could have been prevented': Lapid accuses Netanyahu of working to cover up failures
The accusation came in response to Netanyahu’s testimony to State Comptroller Matanyahu Engelman, in which the prime minister defended his actions during and prior to the attack.
Lapid: Netanyahu ignored repeated warnings in days leading up to Oct. 7 massacre
Former defense minister Yoav Gallant responded also the newly published documents in a post on X, accusing the prime minister of lying about the activities of the defense establishment.
Lapid unveils plan to improve education system, demands Education Minstry portfolio in next gov't
The proposal is divided into five chapters and centers on improving conditions for both teachers and students through an investment of billions of shekels in the education system.
Gaza logo sparks uproar as Lapid warns PA involvement is already underway
“If the Palestinian Authority enters Gaza, then the logo is also that of the Palestinian Authority,” Lapid said.
Yair Lapid held undisclosed meetings with Qatari officials to discuss Gaza hostages situation
The encounter happened on January 12, 2025, on the same day as another meeting between the Qatari officials, Lapid's team, and the representatives of the Gaza hostages' families.
