David Bitan

Independent voters hold more power over Israel elections than before, strategic adviser says

"Today, independent voters account for 60% to 70%, and deals account for 30%. That is why Haim Katz, the king of Likud deals, asked for a reserved spot," Seri claimed.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara arrive to cast their vote at a polling station in Jerusalem, August 17, 2026
People at polling station during the Likud party internal elections in Jeursalem, July 27, 2026.

Court rejects bid to let Likud MKs run in district slots, in setback for Netanyahu

MK Osher Shekalim speaks during a meeting of Special Committee for the Communications Law at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, June 29, 2026.

'Know your place': Gotliv calls for IDF chief Zamir's dismissal after his criticism of draft law

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

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


Real-estate entrepreneur expected to incriminate Bitan

Dror Glazer reportedly confirmed delivering bribe money to former coalition chairman MK David Bitan (Likud) and to Tel Aviv Deputy Mayor Arnon Giladi.

Former coalition chairman David Bitan

Jewish Agency chairmanship could be vacant soon due to PM's indecision

Natan Sharansky, the current chairman of the Jewish Agency, intends to leave his post immediately following a June meeting in Jerusalem.

Natan Sharansky

Netanyahu on Bennett rebellion: Do you want to break up the coalition?

Bayit Yehudi, Likud MK holding all new bills hostage in fight over child custody law

Likud MK Yoav Kisch

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