Potential rival issues no direct challenge to Netanyahu, says he wants to strengthen party

Two people wanted by authorities over possible connections to blast; Netanyahu sends condolences to Putin

Channel 2 says investigators, stymied by inability to interview Australian billionaire, still leaning toward indicting Netanyahu, but recommendation won’t come before next summer

While some rushed to condemn Israel’s decision to build the Geulat Zion settlement, hawks and doves agree that red tape and US pressure could yet stymie the process

Officials say 3,700-year-old structure from 13th dynasty is in good condition, further excavation needed

Security agency alleges stabbing last week was carried out by 19-year-old Palestinian hoping for ‘suicide by cop’

Egyptian president says agreement would be ‘deal of the century’; US leader heaps praise on him, marking sharp shift from cold shoulder under Obama

After years of delays, Route 531 finally hooks up to Coastal Highway and Route 4, giving commuters another way in and out of crowded Tel Aviv area