Rioters try to overturn vehicle of Valerie Shoshan, who is the chief medical officer of the Israel Police; 'I felt Elyassaf was with me,' she says of son killed in Gaza fighting

US president says agreement to extend truce, reopen Hormuz not yet signed because 'I still have to get a few more points' * Bill to disband Knesset, move up election clears first reading

Hezbollah keeps attacking north despite declaration of ceasefire, which US president reportedly demanded PM agree to: 'I’m saving your ass. Everybody hates you now. Everybody hates Israel'

State's governor, who led march, 'strongly condemns' far-right minister's appearance, which opens another wedge in heated US congressional race between Jewish candidates

Even if not passed into law before Knesset disbands, advancement of bills will allow coalition to resume legislative process without having to start over if it wins election

20 years ago, Michael Melchior served as Knesset member and government minister when he chaired religious party Meimad; today, he believes faith-based values can yet shape a better future for Israel

Finance minister rails at MKs for 'hurting the pockets of Israeli citizens,' as members of ruling Likud party help defeat measure they say harms local industry

Assistant secretary-general says Israel's push into northern neighbor violates UN resolution, as does Hezbollah's refusal to disarm; France holds terror group, Iran responsible for fighting