Haim Katz
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.
Elder fraud cases jump 61% in Israel as abuse reports rise, Welfare Ministry says
New Karnei Shomron roof plan to add 6,000 homes, public infrastructure
Hundreds of families join foster care system as government expands support
Israel approves proposal to build permanent US embassy in Jerusalem
The approval was announced in a joint statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar, and Construction and Housing Minister Haim Katz.
Over 1,700 Iran strike evacuees living in hotels after the start of Operation Rising Lion
Since the beginning of Operation Roaring Lion, approximately 1,700 people have been forced out of their homes and placed in hotels, needing approximately 950 rooms.
IMTM 2026 draws bigger crowds as Israel tests the first steps of tourism’s return
At the International Mediterranean Tourism Market (IMTM) 2026, the change was evident from the outset.There was a steady current of visitors moving between booths, and the exchanges felt purposeful.
Israel intends to name new Negev town after slain hostage Ran Gvili, Netanyahu announces
In the announcement, the prime minister said that one of the towns will be named Ranenim "after Israel’s hero, the late Ran Gvili."
Power struggles emerge in Netanyahu's Likud internal elections ahead of national primaries
The clashes over local and Central Committee seats are exposing power struggles ahead of the national primaries as political consultants play central roles on many competing lists.
Israeli gov't approves 2026 health cm'tee to approve medications, tech with NIS 650 budget
The delay in appointing the committee persisted in recent months due to the lack of a sitting health minister.
Government in disarray with six key ministries left without a minister - opinion
With no ministers appointed to crucial ministries such as health, welfare, and interior, the government is neglecting critical issues affecting citizens' well-being and rights.
Police examine links between Histadrut corruption probe and senior Likud ministers – N12
Police were also looking into whether senior Histadrut officials planned to sell federation assets worth millions of shekels and skim proceeds through intermediaries, according to the report.
Netanyahu may hold early elections, 'use Gaza deal to gain support,' Likud official says
If carried out, the move could provide Netanyahu with a renewed leadership mandate, project unity within the party, and preempt potential internal challenges to his authority.
Haim Katz appointed as permanent housing minister, replacing haredi party UTJ’s Goldknopf
Following the vote, Katz stated, “I thank the prime minister for his trust and the members of the government for their support.”
