Moshe Gafni
Outcome of state budget vote uncertain amid coalition crisis over haredi draft
By law, if the state budget is not approved in all three readings by the end of March, when the fiscal year closes, the Knesset will automatically dissolve, and elections will be called.
2026 budget reading puts government at risk, after months of ideological sparring - analysis
Netanyahu convenes emergency meeting as haredi parties threaten to block state budget vote
High Court to hear two cases blocking haredi education funds amid legal disputes
Gafni slams Ben-Gvir for Temple Mount visit as a 'desecration' of sacred site
Itamar Ben-Gvir has repeatedly ascended the Temple Mount, drawing lashback from Knesset members.
Bereaved families confront lawmakers, demanding October 7 national inquiry
Families pointed out the long-term trauma families are facing in the absence of accountability.
Shas chief Deri calls on Netanyahu to continue with 2nd phase of hostage deal
“I understand the concerns—this is a very difficult deal with significant costs—but we are obligated to save lives," Deri stated.
Finance C’ttee approves NIS 396m. to extend aid to the residents of North and South
The Knesset Finance Committee approved nearly NIS 400 million for evacuee aid, sparking criticism over fund allocation and timing.
Opposition blasts state attempt to assist major haredi school system in financial trouble
MK Beliak warned the "prime minister's office, head of the Knesset Finance Committee (Gafni) and all those who are involved in the matter – we are following closely."
Budget deficit could pass 10% at years end, opposition MKs warn
The result is that ahead of the 2025 budget, the state will either need to reduce its spending, which could affect its ability to provide services; or raise taxes.
On shaky ground: Lapid meets with Netanyahu, coalition threatened from inside-out
The coalition has come under fire after Eisenkot slammed Netanyahu's leadership in the war; Kariv called his continued leadership a danger to the country.
Israel's Knesset set for first vote on renewed 2024 budget
The vote will be held after press time on Wednesday night.
Israel is fighting a holy war on Judaism, ultra-Orthodox leader claims
MK Moshe Gafni launches a scathing attack on Israeli economists: 'Their war is not socio-economic or security-related, it's a war on religion.'
Bill defining anti-haredi hate as racism passes preliminary Knesset reading
The bill's authors warned against the "expanding phenomenon" of racist incitement against Haredi population and its entrenchment in the broader society.
