Israel Beiteinu

Israeli lawmakers debated a conversion reform bill sponsored by the Israel Beiteinu party, averting a coalition crisis for now.

It is time for the Israeli government to be realistic with the changing political conditions in the Middle East. The national security paranoia that has defined its policy toward the Arab world is dated, and no longer helps Israel in dealing with its regional threats: in fact, this paranoia is serving only to obstruct what is left of a lagging peace process.

Sunday's vote puts majority parties Likud and Israel Beiteinu at odds with Shas and Labor.

Interior Minister Eli Yishai’s support crucial to legislation which would allow Israelis abroad to vote.

PM backs Israel Beiteinu bill which would "help shape Israel's identity."

PM backs Israel Beiteinu bill which would "help shape Israel's identity."

Israel Beiteinu announces refusal to support amendment to bill which Shas insists on passing.

Israel Beiteinu officials say deputy FM will not rise in party ranks after treatment of Turkish envoy.

Legislation would enable marriage of two people not considered halachicly Jewish, but not between one who is and one who isn't.