Defense minister warns of impact of legislative blitz on military, due to protests and concerns of reservists; urges Netanyahu to hold dialogue with opposition

Avi Dichter, who is being rumored as a potential defense minister if Yoav Gallant is canned by Netanyahu, says he's 'coordinated on matter' with PM and Justice Minister Levin

Emergency authority, weather bureau write up scenario envisioning heat waves hitting up to 49° Celsius

Yossi Fatael says phenomenon not widespread, but could worsen; calls for 'constructive discourse' to maintain national unity

At least 2 colleagues join defense minister's plea for dialogue, while ministers accuse him of 'surrender'; turmoil puts in doubt coalition's majority in coming week's key votes

'What did he do for a police officer to behave this way?' says relative of Omar Sawaed in Kafr Yasif; no immediate comment from police

Military says driver tried to bypass soldiers securing Tapuah Junction, blocked for all traffic after drive-by shooting; motorist claims he identified as Israeli

While backing Gallant's call to pause government's plans, Likud MK won't confirm how he would potentially vote; says he believes Haredi parties understand need for compromise