The Knesset plenum has approved, in its first reading, the increase in the purchase tax In a second apartment. 20 MKS voted for and 3 against. The proposal has been sent to the relevant committee. In this bill, it is proposed to amend the Real Estate Tax Law to tax second residences more heavily in order to discourage individuals from buying up homes to rent out. It is hoped that this will lower the cost of housing by putting more homes back In the market.

The Likud has decided not to appoint members to any of the Knesset committees as long as the opposition is not given the representation it deserves in the committees. "The party has authorized the faction's chairman, MK Yariv Levin, to formulate an agreement with other opposition parties, to be submitted to the coalition, which will aim to ensure that all parties are represented in proportion to their size," the party commented.

Attorney Nir Yeslovich visits Mordy Oknin in Turkish prison after he and his wife were arrested for 'espionage.'

Prime Minister meets US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield, hail shared values between the two nations.

Interior Minister meets WJC Pres. Ronald Lauder, discusses Iran nuclear threat, anti-Semitism in the US.

Red Notice, starring Gal Gadot, Ryan Reynolds and Dwayne Johnson, breaks record for most opening day views for a Netflix movie.

Seven individuals were injured in a car accident near Sde Yoav in the south. MDA medics treated the wounded and evacuated them to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon.

Two families clashed outside the Soroka Medical Center, prompting the mayor of Be'er Sheva to demand governmental intervention.