Yair Lapid

Can Lapid's 'new deal' save Israel's economy from crisis?

Lapid highlighted the country's deficit, warning of the dangers of it ballooning out of control and sending Israel's interest on debt repayment soaring even higher.

11/03/2025

'Middle class not a cow to be milked to death': Lapid slams gov't, unveils economic 'new deal'

Lapid's plan is divided into four categories that aim to address these challenges: incentives and investments, changing the government structure, education and training, and national projects.

11/03/2025
  IDF Chief-of-Staff Eyal Zamir visits the Western Wall, in Jerusalem, on March 5, 2025

Israeli leaders praise incoming IDF chief Zamir, warn of challenges ahead

"He and we face many operational and ethical challenges. I am confident that he will lead the IDF in rebuilding after the largest disaster in our history," Lapid wrote.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives for a court hearing at the Supreme Court

Time to wake up! Israeli politicians react to Shin Bet, Netanyahu probe drama

"Bar must think the public is stupid," Ben-Gvir wrote, adding, "the Shin Bet itself was the one that blocked the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prison."

Lapid’s free fall: Why voters are punishing him more than Netanyahu

The voters want to punish Lapid—who wasn't in power on October 7—more than they want to punish Netanyahu, who was in power and bears responsibility.

03/03/2025

Yair Lapid says he 'deserves a raise' for looking at Orit Strock, drawing ire

In response to the controversy, Lapid stated, "It's a shame I didn't see such outrage when Orit Strock said that we should give up on the hostages and abandon them to die."

  Yair Lapid addressing the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies conference in Washington, Febr

Lapid's Gaza plan would be 'national suicide' for Israel, Egypt, expert says

A former intelligence officer and Egypt expert spoke about the possibility that Egypt will take part in Trump's Gaza plan.

  Yair Lapid addressing the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies conference in Washington, Febr

Lapid's post-war plan leaves Egypt in charge of Gaza for 15 years

'Gaza will be rehabilitated, and conditions for self-governance will be created,' Lapid said.

'Biggest mistake of their lives': Yair Lapid warns Iran in AIPAC address

Israeli Opposition leader and Yesh Atid Chair Yair Lapid addresses Congressional Summit

Why can't Israel’s opposition challenge the current government?

A weak, divided opposition is fueling concerns over the future of Israel’s democracy.

By SHAHAF ZAMIR
19/02/2025
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