In Channel 10 interview Beit Shemesh Mayor Moshe Abutbul suggests Health Ministry, police should handle gay community. 'Abutbul not worthy to be public official,' resident says

As FMs come together in Geneva for last minute deal, Israeli official slams agreement, calling it historic mistake. Diplomats claim French objections attempt to 'up-stage' other world powers

Despite last minute efforts to close deal with Iran, talks in Geneva come to conclusion without deal. French FM: Still some questions to be addressed

Following legal battle over results of Nazareth municipal election, suspicion of foul play, new mayor of Nazareth, businessman Ali Salam, finally declared, ending 19-year mayorship of Ramez Jaraisi

Following Defense Ministry's decision to halt security in 13 communities in Gaza vicinity, final soldier to leave region on Thursday; protesters claim ministry is risking lives of residents. 'Decision was made after lengthy consideration,' Ya'alon says

After Israel announces intent to build some 1,500 housing units in east Jerusalem, US State Department says settlement construction does not 'create positive environment for negotiations'

Political-Security Cabinet leaves heated debate on budget cuts for IDF; finance minister says behind closed doors that budgeting army comes at expense of middle class

According to Legatum Institute's index, Israel ranks high on education, community, low on trust in government, employment; world's most prosperous state is Norway